Embracing Your Curls: Top Curly Hair Trends You’ll Love.

Curly hair trends for 2024 are all about celebrating your natural texture and elevating curls to look and feel their best. From low-maintenance colour to voluminous styles and practical, protective methods, these trends focus on enhancing your unique curl pattern and ensuring your hair stays healthy, hydrated, and fabulous. Let’s dive into the top curly hair trends for this year and explore tips and techniques to help you achieve these sought-after looks.

Shaggy Cuts and Curly Bobs: Embrace Effortless Volume and Movement

The shag cut and curly bob are iconic and trending styles this year, and it’s easy to see why. These cuts create flattering layers that release weight from the hair, allowing curls to bounce and flow naturally. Shaggy cuts work well with all curl types, from soft waves to tighter coils, adding volume and texture without adding bulk. The curly bob, meanwhile, gives a classic, low-maintenance look that’s chic and versatile.

Styling Tips:

• To style a shag cut, use A Curl Can Dream Light weight Gel or This Is A Curl Moisturising Mousse to define the layers and add lift.

• For curly bobs, diffuse your curls with a blow dryer for added bounce, and finish with Food For Soft Oil for separation and softness.

• Regular trims keep layers looking fresh and prevent curls from getting weighed down.

Curly Fringe (Bangs): Frame Your Face with Soft Curls

Curly bangs, or fringes, have taken the curly world by storm! A fringe adds a playful, flattering frame to the face while giving a fresh twist to any haircut. From a blunt, eye-grazing look to softer, wispy curls, a curly fringe can be tailored to suit all face shapes and curl types.

Styling Tips:

• When drying bangs, use your fingers to shape and define them, avoiding brushes that can disrupt your curl pattern.

• Apply a small amount of Pure Curly Girly Mousse or Miracle Creator Spray to keep your fringe soft and frizz-free.

• For an extra lift, scrunch your fringe gently as it dries to keep it looking light and airy.

Celebrating Natural Volume: Let Your Curls Go Big

In 2024, “bigger is better” is more than just a saying. Voluminous curls are in, with a focus on enhancing natural volume and embracing that beautiful curl texture. To achieve this look, many curlies are choosing products that define curls without weighing them down, resulting in full, fluffy, high-definition curls.

Styling Tips:

• Try applying a Alfaparf Volume Mousse at the roots, then using a diffuser to lift curls and add bounce.

• Avoid heavy oils and opt for lightweight creams, such as This is a Curl Building Serum or sprays, like BKT 10 Benefits, that define your curls while keeping them full and bouncy.

• Drying upside down and scrunching with a microfiber towel can help encourage volume without causing frizz.

  
  

Low-Maintenance Colour: Soft Balayage and Lived-In Highlights

Soft balayage and lived-in highlights are the go-to colours for curly hair right now, adding dimension without high maintenance. Balayage techniques and subtle, natural-looking highlights bring out the beauty of each curl and allow for a seamless blend that grows out gracefully. These colour options are ideal for adding depth and brightness to your curls without frequent salon visits.

Colour Tips:

• Choose warm, natural tones like caramel, honey, or chocolate to add richness and depth to your curls.

• Invest in colour-safe, hydrating products, such as Food for Soft Shampoo to maintain vibrancy while keeping curls healthy and moisturised.

• To prevent dryness, use a deep-conditioning treatment once a week and always use a heat protectant if styling. We recommend using EVO's The Great Hydrator Mask

Curl Clusters and Defined Coil Styling: Perfectly Sculpted Curls

The trend of creating defined “curl clusters” involves carefully shaping and defining individual curls or small clusters for a sculpted, polished look. Perfect for events or any day you want to feel extra fabulous, this style allows your curls to be at their best with maximum definition and hold.

Styling Tips:

• Use K18 Biomimetic Molecular Repair followed by a Alfaparf Twisted Curls Gel to define curls individually.

• Apply product by “finger coiling” each section, twisting curls around your finger to enhance their shape.

• After drying, gently separate the curls with an oil-coated finger for a softer, fuller look that retains definition. We recommend using This is an Oil Non Oil

Protective Styles with a Twist: The Best of Both Worlds

Protective styling is essential for maintaining healthy curls, especially during colder months or when you want to switch up your look. This year, many are blending protective styles like braids, twists, or temporary locs with their natural curls for a unique, hybrid look that’s low-maintenance yet visually striking.

Styling Tips:

• Opt for lightweight products like A Curl Can Dream Gel or This is a Curl Gel Oil that won’t weigh down your protective style but still offer moisture and shine.

• Twist-outs and braid-outs are great options to add texture while allowing your curls to rest.

• Consider a satin bonnet to reduce friction and protect curls overnight.

Focus on Hydration: Keep Curls Healthy and Moisturised

Hydration is the foundation of every curly hair trend in 2024. Curls are prone to dryness, so ensuring your hair stays moisturised is key to achieving all these styles. Deep conditioning treatments, leave-in conditioners, and curl creams with nourishing ingredients are essential tools in any curly routine.

Hydration Tips:

• Use EVO's Baby got Bounce Curl Treatment once a week to keep curls soft and hydrated.

• Opt for products with hydrating ingredients like This is a Curl Gel Oil, Pure Curly Girly Mouse, and

• Always finish your styling routine with a sealant like Food For Soft Oil or BKT Silk Touch Hair Oil to lock in moisture.

Try the Latest Trends with Expert Guidance

At K C Hair and Beauty, we’re here to help you embrace your curls, whether you want to experiment with a trendy cut, add some face-framing highlights, or discover the best products to hydrate and define your curls. Our team specialises in curly hair care and can guide you through styling techniques, recommend personalised products, and create a cut and colour that suits your curls.

Want to give one of these trends a go? Book an appointment with us and let’s make your curl dreams come true!