For Health-Conscious Curly Girls...

A common question we receive from Curly Clients concerns how to care for your curls when you’re someone who has a steady workout routine. We know that it isn’t healthy for your curls to wash everyday, so how do you maintain your curl routine when you’re someone who exercises regularly? 

Here are our Top Tips:

1.    Use an Invisibobble hair ring to pull your curls into a loose ponytail or bun on the top of your head. This will prevent tension from typical elastics and keep your curl pattern in tact. Finish with a silk scarf around the perimeter of your head to protect your edges

2.    Another option is to twist your curls loosely into braids that will keep your hair out of your face without compromising your style

3.    Consider caring for your physical health and your curl health at the same time! Before your next workout, apply a deep conditioning masque to your curls and then slick back into a loose bun. While you’re engaged in your workout routine, your curls will be rehydrating!

4.    After your workout, apply a dry shampoo at the roots to clean away any sweat, oil, or dirt that may have accumulated on your scalp during your workout. Then, use a curl refresher like Ouidad’s Botanical Boost to kick your curls back into shape 

Interview with a Versus Curl Ambassador

This week we talked to one of our Versus Curls Ambassadors about her Curl Journey and the advice she’d have for other Curly Girls considering a new outlook on their curls -

Versus: What encouraged you to dedicate to your own curl journey? Did you always love your natural curls?

Selena: What encouraged me to dedicate my own curl journey is when I realized that my curls were beautiful before the damage. I would always get compliments so I made up my mind that health over length is way more important. Shortly, I decided to show more love to my curls and help other curlies out there. 

V: Can you describe the trial and error of finding products/cuts/etc. that work for you and your curls?

S: I went though a lot of trial and error in my curl journey at the beginning. I was tired of my curls feelings so greasy and oily from the products that I thought were good for curls and decided to do a little more research in the products that were in some of my products. I started to follow hair salons that specialized in curls and went with some of their routines and noticed a difference. This is when I first started to use DevaCurl which did my curls amazing even though I still had damage from straightening my hair constantly. I can say that is the real start of me taking care of my curls.

V: What is the biggest mistake you ever made with your curls or lesson learned?

S: The biggest mistake is straightening my hair constantly!!! I would get my hair straightened every 3 weeks just because at the time I was young, didn’t know how to properly take care of my curls and thought it was the “easy” way to do my hair. BIG MISTAKE. 

V: How did you go about finding a salon/stylist to help you with your curls?

S: I found the perfect salon watching Youtube videos believe it or not. I was watching my favorite You-Tubers getting DevaCuts and wanted one but didn’t think they would have a hair salon that specializes in curls in my area. I went to DevaCurls website and discovered they have an option to find a Deva Stylists near me and that is when I found the best salon a.k.a Versus Salon. 

V: What do you feel is most important for curly clients to look for in finding a hair stylist that will suit their needs?

S: What I think I feel is most important for curly clients to look for finding a hairstylist is that one they are comfortable with their hair stylist and that they trust that stylist with their hair. 

V: How has Versus Salon impacted your curl journey? 

S: Versus Salon has impacted my curl journey a lot in many ways. I already loved my curls but they made me love them even more by making them even healthier. Second, honestly I wouldn’t be in my curls journey right now if I didn’t go with my gut and give them a try and did not trust them with my curls and I’m so glad I went with my gut. 

V: What's the most valuable thing you learned by coming to Versus Salon?

S: The most valuable thing I learned by coming to Versus Salon is that it time is key. It takes time for your curls to snap back if they were damaged like mine and to love them in the process. 

V: What advice would you have for a curly girl in the beginning stages of learning to love her curls and work with them?

S: A lesson I have for a curly girl in the beginning stages is again is that time is key. Everyone’s curls are unique in their own beautiful way. You might see another girls’ curls getting back healthy at a faster pace and yours isn’t, it takes time. Also, dedication. Being dedicated to your curls is important because curls aren’t going to get back healthy on their own unless you put the effort and dedication towards them. And remember, to love your curls no matter what! 

Want to hear more about Selena’s Curl Journey? You can follow her on Instagram Here!

Curly Girl Holiday Gift Guide

Are you stuck trying to figure out what to get the Curly love of your life this holiday season? Here are our Top Recommendations that are certain to satisfy any mane-addict!

1. Invisibobble Hair Ties : These are a curly girls best friend when they need to put their hair up but don’t want to damage their curls

2. Continuous Mist Spray Bottle : This is a MUST HAVE tool for any curly girl hoping to make wash day a breeze

3. Deva Towel : If your curly girl is still using t-shirts or cotton towels to dry her hair, trust us, she’ll thank you for this one!

4. Pick Comb : All curly girls who have Big Hair Dreams need a good pick comb

5. Denman Brush : If your curl-ista is still using hair brushes to detangle, you’ll change her life and her curls with this purchase

6. Satin Pillowcase : This simple gift will ensure her curls stay right while she sleeps tight, making her wake-up and go beauty routine easier than ever

7. Detangling Comb : Not only is this the perfect tool designed specifically to protect curl patterns, but it’s also perfect for making sure products are evenly distributed

8. Subscription to Curl Magazine : the only thing you need when you dedicate to your curls besides patience is support

9. Versus Salon Gift Card : If you’re afraid to get the wrong thing, you’ll never go wrong with a gift card that allows your loved one to choose the services/products they need most (and you’ll save $50 by taking advantage of our Holiday Sale!

Holiday Sale Announcement

It’s our favorite time of year - the season of giving! This year’s holiday sales are below!

Inspiration Gallery : Fall Highlights

It’s the biggest time of the year for highlighting services! Here are some throwbacks to the Fall Looks we love.