Find a professional curly hair specialist near you

A curly hair specialist is someone who cuts, trims, colours, and styles curly or kinky hairs. What sets them apart from traditional hairdressers and barbers is they are trained to handle the complexities that may arise when it comes to dealing with curls. Since curly hair has more volume and texture, they can personally work with you to achieve the look you want while teaching you how to maintain and take good care of your natural curls.

Curly hair specialists don't need any formal qualifications. However, most undergo training and take certification courses at professional beauty schools so they can arm themselves with the right skills and knowledge on working with curls. Even after years of working and experience, most also undergo continuous education so they can familiarise themselves with constantly-changing style trends and the release of newer and more modern hair care products to the market.

Ideally, you should book an appointment with a curly hair specialist a week or a few days in advance. This way, you can have enough time to think of a cut or style you'd like while also taking into account your stylist's recommendations. However, in case you need an urgent cut or styling job, then there's no need to panic. We can help you find a curly hair specialist who can accommodate on the same day or the next day.

In general, curls can be cut or trimmed every six to eight weeks. Trimming your hair longer than this can cause split ends, knots, excessive shedding, and loss of shape or volume. If you have colour-treated curls, remember to trim damaged ends every four to six weeks. Coloured hair is more prone to loss of moisture, so it's essential to get a cut regularly to keep hair as healthy as possible.

If you have naturally curly hair, it's crucial to stay away from hair products containing sulfates. Sulfates are cleansing agents that can strip your strands of its natural oils and moisture, leading to dry, brittle and dehydrated hair. Opt for nutrient-rich hair products that can nourish your tresses and boost their moisture. Since not all hair products are created the same, remember to pick products that work best for your specific hair texture and curl type as well.

How much time you should allow for your hair appointment all depends on the cut or style you're aiming for and the services you need. A typical haircut can last 20 to 40 minutes, while more complex styling jobs can take longer. On the other hand, blow-drys, including shampoo and conditioning treatments, can take as long as 45 minutes to an hour or more.