Cozy’s Corner for Kids: Growing Out Thermal Reconditioning

Q: My husband is African American and I am white, and we have three kids; two boys ages twelve and eight, and a little princess who will be three in April. She has had a ton of hair since she was born, and it’s so long now! My hair is super straight so I don’t really know what the best products are to use for her. She’s a 3b (I think) and we seem to have problems with frizz. She has nice ringlet curls when she gets out of the bath, but 20 minutes later, it’s all frizzy. I’ve tried gels and mouse and they help, but not for long. Forget it if she takes a nap. What type of washing/conditioning routine would you recommend? Any favorite products to keep her curls?

Cozy: Curly hair becomes frizzy when the cuticle of the hair becomes unsettled or ruffled. To prevent this from happening, here are a few tips:

1. Never brush or comb curly hair when dry. I recommend combing curly hair in the tub while conditioning. This will not only prevent painful detangling, but will help to evenly distribute the conditioner.
2. Scrunch in So Cozy Groovy Grape Styling Gel after bathing. This gel is perfect for keeping hair smooth while enhancing the curl.
3. Let the hair dry naturally or use a diffuser with your blowdryer. It may take a little longer, but the curls will settle naturally.
4. For touch-ups after naps or in between bathing, spray in So Cozy Fruity Delight Detangler & Leave-In Conditioner, and then scrunch into the hair to reactivate the curls and get rid of frizz.

Q: I am struggling with second and third-day hair for my wavy daughter. I find her hair looks messy more than wavy. Products seem to work okay the first day, but her hair gets a little greasy looking by the next day. I’d appreciate any help.

Cozy: Perhaps you aren’t using the right products for your daughter’s wavy hair. It sounds like the products you are using may be too heavy for her hair type. Are you using products formulated specifically for children? If so, perhaps you need something a little lighter, that will enhance her waves without weighing down her hair. I recommend So Cozy Kooky Kiwi Styling Cream, which is a light formulation that will enhance shine, keep hair looking smooth while adding a little natural looking control. You can use this on wet or dry hair, so it is perfect for days two and three!

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