As hairdressers re-open in the UK tomorrow, and ho As hairdressers re-open in the UK tomorrow, and hopefully other countries over the next few weeks, my new blog post AND YouTube video is on how to get the best haircut for curly hair. 

Whether your hair is long or short, curly or wavy. These simple tips work for any hair length, curl pattern or texture. To help you achieve the exact cut, length, shape and style you want. Whether it's a DIY cut at home, or in-salon with a curl specialist or regular stylist.

These tips will help you communicate with confidence to your hair stylist. Understand what's realistic and achievable for YOUR hair length, curl type, pattern, density and texture. What to ask for and what to avoid. What shapes, cuts and layers work best for different hair lengths. How much damage you should cut off and whether you need to get a dry curl by curl cut or if a wet cut is okay. And if you should get a cut by a curl specialist or regular stylist. 

As always, the link to my latest post and my YouTube channel is in my bio, and I'll do swipe ups in my stories. If you found this post on how to get the best haircut for curly hair, or any of my content helpful, and would like to show your Gratitude & Support - there's a donation link in my bio too. But you can still support me with a comment, like or share too! I’m so incredibly thankful and grateful to everyone who supports me, my content and my platform. Thank you! x

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April's Monthly Curl Clinic is  all about hair lo April's Monthly Curl Clinic is  all about hair loss, scalp issues, excess hair shedding, hair thinning, post-partum hair loss, hair growth, length, and density! The causes, the remedies, solutions and prevention. I've spent some time and money educating myself more on this subject with a qualified trichologist lately so I can't wait for this Curl Clinic! Perfect if you're struggling with any kind of hair loss, thinning, shedding, scalp issues or struggling with hair growth, in length or density. This one is for you! 

Join me on Instagram Live at 7pm GMT this Wednesday 14th April. Set yourself a reminder by clicking on the event count down box in my stories. My Monthly Curl Clinics are free to join. Simply join the live, pop your question in the comments and I'll do my best to get through them all over the hour or so - it usually takes me two hours to get through all of the questions, and then I save the live as an IGTV for anyone who can't watch it live. 

If anyone has attended my Monthly Live Curl Clinics before or had a 1:1 Curl Clinic with me, feel free to share your experiences in the comments below. And don't forget to tag a friend in the comments who you think might like, enjoy or benefit from this month's Curl Clinic. If you could give this post, or the event countdown a share to help spread the word that would be massively appreciated too!

I also offer 1:1 Curl Clinics throughout the month, which are completely bespoke and tailored to you and your hair. They’re a 30 minute video consultation via Instagram where we discuss your hair, what products you’re using and issues you’re struggling with. Then I put together a routine of recommended products and techniques tailored specifically to suit your hair’s needs and help you achieve your hair goals. If that's something you're interested in, please click the link in my bio, click 1:1 Curl Clinics, fill out the form and I'll get back to you via email with all the details. 

Thanks so much! See you on Wednesday x

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I cannot believe how long my hair is! And so HEALT I cannot believe how long my hair is! And so HEALTHY! The shape has grown out really well too since I got it cut and coloured in September with @laurashairspace 

I'm my very own hair goals of what I wanted my hair to look like back when I started this journey almost 4 years ago. Never, ever in a million years did I think my hair would look like this again after years of the heat and colour damage I'd put it though. I could barely get a wave going in my hair, never mind a curl! 

So if you're feeling overhwhlemed, frustrated, losing hope and feel like giving up...don't! 

Ps. Check out my stories from today for all my washday chats, what I used, products, routines, blog posts, YouTube videos and IGTV's for more information. 

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My hairdresser, @laurashairspace has opened up her My hairdresser, @laurashairspace has opened up her booking list! Based in Galway City Centre, Laura is an incredibly talented hairdresser, who specialises in curly hair. She's been cutting and colouring waves, curls and natural textured hair for 20 years. Building up experience, education, courses, styles and different cutting techniques to create a style that's completely tailored to YOUR  hair, curl pattern, length and shape goals. 

That's what I love most about Laura's technique, it's a blend of everything she's learned and all her experience, rather than a cookie-cutter style cut for curl patterns and textures. Because everyone's hair is different: the wave or curl pattern, what look, length and shape you want, your lifestyle etc. She uses some of my favourite products for wavy and curly hair such as @innersenseorganicbeauty @boucleme and @joicoireland and often follows my Curl Maven Method with clients who want to focus on the health of their hair and get their waves and curls back.

I drive a 4 hour round trip to see her and can't recommend her highly enough! So you're in safe hands when you're in her chair. Laura's talent is matched only by her passion. She's such a lovely person with a beautiful soul and I'm so proud to call her my friend now too. So far we've yet to have a phone call under an hour, but most times it's two! 

Laura has opened up her booking list to new and existing clients for when hairdressers and salons are back open in the coming months. Email laurabookings@outlook.ie with your Name, Phone Number, whether you're an existing or new client (you can tell her I sent you), and what service you require whether it's a cut or colour etc.

Give her a follow if you're not already, pop her an email and don't forget to tell her I sent you xx

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C U R L | M A V E N 🌙✨ I've finally been able C U R L | M A V E N 🌙✨ I've finally been able to change my Instagram handle to @curlmaven to make my re-brand from Curly Cailín complete! I couldn't be happier, and I love that it's on the weekend of a full moon 🌝 The first one of the astrological year, during Aries season - I'm an Aries. Full Moons are all about releasing and letting go, so it feels like perfect, divine timing. 🌙✨

So if you want to tag me in any comments, posts or stories or send me a DM don't forget to use @curlmaven instead. Especially for anyone who's booked in for a 1:1 Curl Clinic.

You may also notice I've also trademarked Curl Maven. It's actually been trademarked for a while now. Step two of the plan. I'm full of ideas, hopes and dreams of what I want to do, craft, create and build. Now I can continue to move forward, knowing the Universe - and this amazing community - is behind me, supporting me. 

The best is yet to come, I've just got to keep manifesting it. Only those who can see the invisible, can achieve the impossible.🌙✨ 

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Bounce Curl is now stocked at The Clean Beauty Edi Bounce Curl is now stocked at The Clean Beauty Edit! Get 10% off using code CURLMAVEN

I've been working behind the scenes for years to try and get a discount code for Bounce Curl for my followers outside the USA. So I reached out to @thecleanbeautyedit once again, and proposed they stock Bounce Curl (along with Innersense Organic Beauty) I'm so glad I can finally share the news - and 10% discount - with you! You cannot get a discount for these brands anywhere else outside the USA! So this is H U G E ! 

The Clean Beauty Edit ships worldwide, with plastic-free, recyclable packaging. They offer FREE shipping over minimum spends, and shipping is FAST! 

Bounce Curl Clarifying Shampoo, Ayurvedic Deep Conditioner, Light Creme Gel and Hair Growth Vitamins are all available on the site now. You can swipe up in my stories to shop and use code CURLMAVEN for 10% off site wide! More of the product line will be added over the coming months. So if you've wanted to try out this brand but have been afraid of shipping and customs charges, now you can - with 10% off! 

Check out my blog for full reviews of @bouncecurl and @innersenseorganicbeauty Link in my bio, but I'll share them in my stories too. x

This partnership continues to be a match made in heaven and one of the reasons why I love supporting Irish businesses, especially those founded and run by strong, independent women! Thank you Dawn for your faith and trust in me! 

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My latest blog is now up on Curl Maven. It's my Wa My latest blog is now up on Curl Maven. It's my Washday Workbook: a checklist of simple tips for washday success. The link to my Latest Post is always in my bio, or swipe up in my stories x

Suitable for any hair type, curl pattern or length. Whether you've got straight, wavy or curly hair, an adult or a child. The Washday Workbook will give you the simple tips, tricks and techniques that work with whatever products you're using. 

It's often these incredibly simple, small things that we don't even think about or realise, that can make such a huge difference to a successful washday. 

My Washday Workbook is designed to give you:

1. A Clean and Healthy Scalp
2. Hydration
3. Definition
4. Minimal Frizz
5. Volume
6. Consistent Results
7. Long-Lasting Results.

So if you've been struggling with any of those things, or can't seem to nail your wash day or get consistent, long-lasting results, then this blog post is for you! 

Let me know what tips, tricks or advice you found most helpful, or if you have any other questions pop them in the comments. 

Please give this post a like, a share on your stories or tag a friend in the comments who you think will find this post helpful. 

I tried to break it down into easy to understand and achievable tips and advice. Because nobody likes when Washdays feel more like Russian Roulette! 

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Thank you to anyone who listened to me talking to Thank you to anyone who listened to me talking to @louisemcsharry on her show on @rte2fm this morning. If you missed it live you can listen back online. 

Here's some pictures of some of the things we spoke about. The first and third pictures is my hair right after I've broken the gel cast on my hair, or "scrunched out the crunch" aka SOTC. 

The second and fourth pictures is my hair with those crunchy, crispy curls that's actually a good thing. It's from the gel, forming on my curls to set and hold them. But you can't break that gel cast until the hair is completely dry! 

Then there's THAT picture Louise mentioned! My hair before I started my healthy, curly hiar journey. This was actually a good hair day for me back then. When I'd damaged my hair beyond all curl recognition and could barely get a wave, and even that didn't stick around longer than a few hours on wash day! 

Fast forward three years to the part picture. My curls, definition, health and shine are back! 

How did I do it? By focusing on the HEALTH of my hair. It's the core of what my Curl Maven Method is, focus on the HEALTH and the waves, curls, definition, shine and growth will all come. 

Click the link in my bio to go to mh website where you can read my tips, advice, techniques, reviews and product recommendations and favourites. 

I also hold free Monthly Curl Clinics the first Wednesday of every month at 7pm on Instagram Live. And run private consultations, 1:1 Curl Clinics, throughout the month. If you want a bespoke product recommendation and routine specifically tailored to suit your hair, budget and hair goals. The link for that is in my bio too.

I hope that helps, and if your hair is looking like that second last picture, I hope you find the inspo you need to start your healthy hair journey to get your waves and curls back and I'd love to be a part of that journey. 

Thanks for having me Louise! X 

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I'm going to be on the radio again! This time I'll I'm going to be on the radio again! This time I'll be talking to @louisemcsharry on @rte2fm tomorrow (Sunday) at 9:40am all about hair, 2021 hair trends, hair care, curly hair, healthy hair and more I'm sure. This one is LIVE so wish me luck! 

I've popped a count down in my stories if you want to set yourself a reminder. If you're outside Ireland you can listen online, and I'll share the recording/podcast once it's up.

I'm so excited for this one, I've followed Louise for years and she's one of the coolest, soundest people on Instagram and we've always has grwag chars and conversations. 

We actually did an Instagram Live together a few weeks ago if you want to check that out on my IGTV - it was a lot of fun and we talked about a lot of different stuff.

Let me know if you'll be tuning in, or if you see this after Sunday morning, let me know what you thought! 

Argh so excited! I'm so incredibly grateful and thankful for this opportunity. To be on national radio once is amazing, to be on two shows in two weeks! So thank you for being a part of that and helping me become who I am. X
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Hair · 14/04/2019

How I Protect my Curly Hair at Night

There’s nothing worse than putting lots of time and effort into achieving a bomb wash day, only to wake up the next morning with flattened, pulled out curls and a tangled, knotty mess. Here’s how I protect my curly hair at night to minimise frizz, retain moisture and maintain curl definition. So my wash day results last longer throughout the week.

Since writing this post, I have changed how I protect my curls at night. I now use a Silke London Hair Turban, instead of my Buff. Everything else has stayed the same. You can watch this IGTV video, of how I use it, and what my hair looks like the next morning. And you can get 15% off Silke London on Look Fantastic, using code CURLYCAILINLF.

Silk Pillowcase

A silk pillowcase is an absolute must-have for curly hair! Or any hair type, and skin type too for that matter. I’ve tried a few, and even made my own. But I didn’t seem to be getting all the benefits of sleeping on a silk pillowcase that I hear about. I figured this was down to the quality of silk I was sleeping on. So when I was looking at some popular, well-known pillowcases, one name kept coming up in the reviews as the best on the market. One that no other silk or satin pillowcase compares to: Silkskin pillowcases. They’ve got lots of great info and articles on their website which are well worth a read.

Not just any silk pillowcase

Silkskin pillowcases are exclusively designed and hand-finished for the beauty industry and unlike any other I’ve seen, touched or slept on before. They are incredibly soft, made out of the finest and most durable natural silk available, Mulberry silk. Which is also naturally hypoallergenic, and breathable. They aren’t shiny, unlike most silk pillowcases. Which are actually satin pillowcases, made out of man-made, synthetic fabrics such as nylon, polyester and rayon. I didn’t realise what a big difference that actually made to my hair, and skin, until I started sleeping on a Silkskin pillowcase.

Now I don’t sleep without it! Not only is my hair holding it’s curl pattern and definition much better the next day. Which means I can go longer between wash days and refreshes. I also don’t have as much frizz, and can even sleep on my Silkskin pillowcase without any other form of protection (unintended bit of sexual innuendo there!) or pineapple at night! Silk contains very similar proteins to those in your hair, so your hair stays soft and silky as you sleep. As opposed to frizzy, knotty and tangled!

Retain Moisture

Natural, Mulberry silk also helps to retain moisture in your skin and hair, keeping them both hydrated and nourished. I’ve noticed my skin isn’t as dry in the mornings either. My skin has absorbed all my skincare oils and serums I put on at night, rather than my pillowcase. So if you do nothing else to your hair, or only invest in one thing to protect and preserve moisture in your curls at night; make it this unique, multi award-winning silk pillowcase from Silkskin.

Recommended & Used By

Recommended by dermatologists, skin care specialists, hairdressers and doctors. Not to mention used by royalty, and celebrities such as Nigella Lawson, Helena Bonham Carter and Jemima Goldsmith. Vogue and Marie Claire are also fans of Silkskin. They’ve worked with Chanel, Aveda and Dove. There’s a reason why they’re the best on the market – just like I’d read in those reviews.

Invest & Care

Purchasing a Silkskin pillowcase is an investment, but it’s worth it and will last for years! So long as you look after it properly. Use a special detergent suitable for silk. Wash on a 30-35 degree delicate or hand wash, and let it dry naturally. They ship worldwide on the Silkskin website. This is the best solution for avoiding frizzy, tangled knots. Or if you wash your hair in the evenings and like to sleep with your hair in a cast at night.

Protective Styles

There are lots of different protective styles to wear at night, such as braids, top knots and pinned curls. But these all alter the natural curl pattern, and I want to preserve and protect my curls. A really popular way to protect natural, or curly hair at night is to use a silk scarf. I tried this for a while before I got a Buff. I had to wrap it and tie it so tight so it wouldn’t fall off during the night, which it often did. And my curls got flattened, especially at the back, and the very front, and I kept getting headaches.

Sleeping in the Buff

Wearing a silk scarf at night didn’t work, so I tried out the Buff. Multifunctional headwear that’s a seamless tube of stretch fabric which feels like a lightweight cotton jersey. It’s made using a 95% recyclable performance microfiber, that’s got odor control, insect shield and UPF 50+ sun protection.

Admittedly I don’t need sun protection at night, but I went for the UV option because it was lightweight and would be cooler to wear at night. I’ve got a lot of hair, and don’t want to have a hot and sweaty scalp at night. I slip the Buff over my head first, so it’s sitting around my neck. Then I put my hair up in a pineapple, using my matching satin scrunchie from Coorie Curls. Get 5% off using code CURLYCAILIN5.

Then I pull the sleeve up over my face so that it sits around the edge of my hairline. I basically look like Marge Simpson! It’s tight enough to stay on during the night, but not too tight that it causes headaches. It can often slip up at night though, and does flatten the back but not as bad as a silk scarf. They do children’s sizes, and this is what I use to protect my daughter’s hair at night. You can buy them in my Amazon shop.

Pineapple

My favourite way to protect my curls at night is putting it up in a pineapple. Not only does it protect my curls, because they’re sitting on the top of my head. They don’t get squashed or flattened as I move around at night. It’s also great for root volume! Not to mention it’s the easiest thing to do, and requires minimum time and effort. Always a winner when you’re exhausted and ready to fall into bed at the end of the day!

Invisibobbles

There are a few different hair accessories I use, but the effect is all the same. It’s just a matter of finding out which one you prefer, and what works best for your hair. You can use an Invisibobble, which are great for fine hair. I’ve got a lot of hair though, so I find they get tangled in my curls when I pull them out in the morning. Top Tip: if your Invisibobble gets stretched out, simply put it in bowl of hot water, and it will shrink back to it’s original shape! I’ve found that only works with genuine Invisibobbles though, not the generic ones.

Satin Scrunchies

Satin scrunchies circa the 1980’s are back in fashion, and great for protecting curly hair at night! My one is from Coorie Curls and I love it! You can get 5% off using my code CURLYCAILIN5. If you’ve got long hair, loop your hair twice into a loose bun to protect it at night. This will prevent the ends of your hair from getting stretched and flattened out, losing curl pattern and definition. Although my satin scrunchie doesn’t get tangled in my hair, it does pull my curls a little when I pull it out the next day because I have to loop it twice. One loop is too loose to hold my hair up securely throughout the night.

Puff Cuff

My favourite way to put my hair up in a pineapple is using the Puff Cuff. Get 10% off code CURLYCAILIN10. It took me a while to learn how to secure them in my hair, and get them back out again. But once I got the hang of them, I use them all the time now. They don’t disturb or ruin my curls when I’m putting them in, or taking them out. I use the mini Puff Cuff size most of the time, but if you’ve got fine hair use the micro. Which is also great for half up, half down styles. Check out my Amazon shop for Junior and Original sizes too, or use code CURLYCAILIN10 to get 10% off on the Puff Cuff website.

I got a great laugh when I got some sent to my cousin. He didn’t know what to think when they arrived, labelled as a Puff Cuff and looking like some kind of torture device/sex toy! I love Puff Cuffs because they don’t pull the curls, or leave any kind of bend or mark in my hair either. So when I take my hair down, it looks just as good as when I put it up!

Protecting Short Hair at Night

If your hair is too short to put in a pineapple, you can try Medusa Clipping. Using small hair claws or large u-shaped bobbi pins like these, pin your hair up towards the top of your head. If that doesn’t work or is too uncomfortable, you can use a silk bonnet or cap. My advice would be to invest in a Silkskin pillowcase and leave your hair down. After all, night time is for sleeping and so your body can rest. Not for worrying about your hair, frizz, knots, tangles and curl definition.

So there you go, a rather long post on how I protect my curly hair at night! Not my usual kind of images and photographs I usually post on my blog! (Insert shy monkey face emoji here) A special thank you to Ballymagarvey Village, an award-winning exclusive wedding venue in Co. Meath, Ireland. They very kindly let me take these images in the beautiful bridal suite in the main house. The whole venue is stunning, unique and one of a kind. All the things you’d imagine from a fairytale Irish country wedding venue. Check out their website for more info and details, or their social media for the gorgeous decor throughout the seasons and holidays.

If you’re struggling with halo frizz and not sure why, make sure you check out this post. As the cause may not be what you think.

Or if you’re not sure if your skin is dry or dehydrated, and want to follow a skincare routine along the same principles as the curly girl method, then check out this post.

*Some items in this post were gifted, but not in exchange for any review or recommendation. My content, recommendations and the way I write is not sponsored or influenced by any gifted items, advertisers, affiliate partnerships, brands or PR’s.

*This post contains some affiliate links, which means I get paid (a very small) commission on products you purchase through my links. This in no way affects you, the price you pay or the way in which I write about products featured on this site.

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Comments

  1. Megan says

    29/08/2019 at 2:24 am

    Thank you for this post! I’ve been following SOME CG methods for a long time, not realizing I was following CG methods. So when I discovered there was more to it than just using sulfate-free co-wash only twice a week, I went down the rabbit hole. Fortunately, my journey to Wonderland landed me here! At your fabulous blog! So here’s my issue, my roots are still getting oily pretty easily by day 2 or 3, I’m guessing because I haven’t found the right balance yet. Consequently when I take out the pineapple, my roots are so pasted upright that it’s more than just “lifted.” It’s like it’s not lying in the correct direction and that impedes the ability of all of it to “settle.” The canopy sits on top awkwardly and the underlying bits lose the beautiful curls that were visible in the pineapple because of the canopy crushing them with it’s awkward non-settling. Before I knew about CG I would loosely braid my hair at night to keep my curls from getting frizzy, then shake them out in the morning and scrunch. Admittedly, the volume was negatively impacted, as were the curl patterns close to the scalp on my crown. Now that you’ve basically heard my life story (haha), do you have any suggestions other than the silk pillowcase? Should I just try leaving it down and see what happens? Thank you so much! You’re blog has been so helpful. 🙂

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    • Gabriella says

      01/09/2019 at 3:05 pm

      Hi Megan, thanks so much! So glad you found your way to my little corner of the internet. I’m wondering if the products you’re using are too heavy and that’s what’s causing your roots to become so greasy and all the things you described. A silk pillowcase isn’t going to fix that. What products are you currently using?

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      • Megan says

        09/12/2019 at 9:50 pm

        I think you were right! I’ve switched to some lighter product lines, principally removing Shea Moisture products from my routines and that seems to have helped. Now that I’ve solved the oily roots issue, I’m finding that although I can get to day 4 or 5, when I pull the pineapple out, the back of my hair is mostly straight…every day. It’s like it’s pulled out the curl. I’ve been having to use a lot more water to refresh and almost completely re-styling. Solve one problem… on to the next! Haha. Thanks for your feedback.

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  2. Kat says

    07/09/2019 at 10:51 pm

    Hi Gabriella. I’ve been doing Curly Girl since my sister suggested it to me in June and your blog has really helped navigate the different aspects of it. I try to do the pineapple at night, but my hair is down past my shoulder blades so I kinda have to put it in a bit of a bun/pineapple thing instead. Do you have any other suggestions that might help for someone with longer hair?

    Thank you!

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    • Gabriella says

      11/09/2019 at 8:46 am

      Hi Kat, so glad you’ve found my content helpful on your journey. Yes, if your hair is longer, looping it into a loose bun instead of a pineapple is the best way to protect it at night – or my preferred way anyway. There are also silk bonnets which are great for longer hair, but I find they can sometimes flatten the curls. Hope that helps x

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  3. Jennifer says

    10/10/2019 at 7:28 am

    Great post addressing options for flattened curls at night. A common challenge for us curly girls. I was intrigued when I first heard about the pineapple but I have not tried it yet.

    I have been sleeping on silk pillowcases for years and will not sleep without them. Satin refers to a type of fabric weave. Traditionally silk was used for satin fabric but in modern times and in order to offer a cheaper option, polyester satin is what is more readily available and what most people think of when they hear the word satin. If you want to make sure you are getting a high quality silk pillowcase that will hold up well look for the silk momme weight. Anything 19 momme and up will be a great option. If it has a satin or charmeuse weave even better for no friction.

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  4. Anna says

    13/04/2020 at 9:45 am

    Yup cotton pillowcase really ruin my hair. Ughhh

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  5. Alice Gray says

    02/05/2020 at 8:11 am

    Hey, thanks for your great post! I’ve seen quite a few things regarding buffs, but I was wondering – will they not have the same affect as cotton pillowcases in that they’ll absorb the hair’s moisture and cause breakage?

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  6. Em Baines says

    19/07/2020 at 9:20 am

    Inspired by this .. have tried to purchase puff cuffs but they seem to be out of stock everywhere ( I’m in the uk)
    Have you any suggestions for a similar alternative product that I can get hold of ? Thanks

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    • admin says

      03/08/2020 at 9:46 am

      Sorry, I’m not aware of any product that’s similar. PuffCuffs are extremely unique. I bought a multi pack over 3 years ago and still have them all, none of them have broken or been lost. I would just keep trying. You can get 10% off PuffCuff using code CURLYCAILIN1O.

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  7. Kelsey says

    29/08/2020 at 9:46 pm

    This is a great post — and also I love what you are wearing. Where did that set come from?

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    • admin says

      31/08/2020 at 8:44 am

      Would you believe, that’s my mom’s silk teddy from decades ago! It’s vintage at this stage. But I’m pretty sure she bought it in Harrods, London.

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  8. Katie says

    23/09/2020 at 1:36 pm

    Love these silk suggestions! I know you have used the silk scarf to create the pineapple which is a great idea. I’ve found silk turbans to be really useful and so much so we set up our own unique brand of affordable turbans. They are ready made so look really cute like the 1940s retro head scarf style and stay put.. but Good fitting is paramount so it doesn’t slip off at night so we make sure there is a range of sizes for hair and head shapes. Would love you to check them out and see what you think!

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  9. Celina S says

    15/01/2021 at 7:34 pm

    Hi! I’ve been trying to look after my curls for a while now after years of scraping them back into a ponytail 😀 I’ve noticed I tend to get flat straggly curls right at the back of my head, I wonder if its that I don’t look after the bit I can’t see as well? or that I’m sleeping on it? Any thoughts would be really appreciated please! I have noticed that the back is also a fairly different colour (naturally) though, so maybe it’ll always stay like that?

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    • admin says

      16/01/2021 at 9:27 am

      Hi Celina, if you’ve been scraping your curls into a ponytail for years, then it’s going to take a while for the hair to heal and repair the damage caused from that. Just because you stop causing the damage every day, doesn’t mean the damage is going to repair straight away. But it’s also worth bearing in mind that you can have different curl patterns on your head, that’s very common. And things like coats, jackets, collars, hoodies and scarves can all affect the bottom layers of your hair.

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  10. Deirdre Walsh says

    07/02/2021 at 11:47 am

    Hi Gabriella

    I purchased the Kate Silke London turban wrap and I’ve watched your video on how you put it on before bed.

    My hair is quite long with 2c/3a loose curls and waves so I pineapple and then try to place the turban on my head following your instructions but it’s very difficult to flick the pony part of my hair in and then pull the turban back over my head.

    Now that your hair is much longer, how do you manage it?

    Are you planning an updated tutorial?

    Many thanks.

    Deirdre

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  11. Dot says

    13/03/2021 at 7:33 pm

    Hi Gabriella,
    Thank you for all this info and on your blog!
    I have extremely protein sensitive hair. Do you know if the silk protein in the silk scarf will cause frizz?

    Thank you,

    Dot

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As hairdressers re-open in the UK tomorrow, and ho As hairdressers re-open in the UK tomorrow, and hopefully other countries over the next few weeks, my new blog post AND YouTube video is on how to get the best haircut for curly hair. 

Whether your hair is long or short, curly or wavy. These simple tips work for any hair length, curl pattern or texture. To help you achieve the exact cut, length, shape and style you want. Whether it's a DIY cut at home, or in-salon with a curl specialist or regular stylist.

These tips will help you communicate with confidence to your hair stylist. Understand what's realistic and achievable for YOUR hair length, curl type, pattern, density and texture. What to ask for and what to avoid. What shapes, cuts and layers work best for different hair lengths. How much damage you should cut off and whether you need to get a dry curl by curl cut or if a wet cut is okay. And if you should get a cut by a curl specialist or regular stylist. 

As always, the link to my latest post and my YouTube channel is in my bio, and I'll do swipe ups in my stories. If you found this post on how to get the best haircut for curly hair, or any of my content helpful, and would like to show your Gratitude & Support - there's a donation link in my bio too. But you can still support me with a comment, like or share too! I’m so incredibly thankful and grateful to everyone who supports me, my content and my platform. Thank you! x

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April's Monthly Curl Clinic is  all about hair lo April's Monthly Curl Clinic is  all about hair loss, scalp issues, excess hair shedding, hair thinning, post-partum hair loss, hair growth, length, and density! The causes, the remedies, solutions and prevention. I've spent some time and money educating myself more on this subject with a qualified trichologist lately so I can't wait for this Curl Clinic! Perfect if you're struggling with any kind of hair loss, thinning, shedding, scalp issues or struggling with hair growth, in length or density. This one is for you! 

Join me on Instagram Live at 7pm GMT this Wednesday 14th April. Set yourself a reminder by clicking on the event count down box in my stories. My Monthly Curl Clinics are free to join. Simply join the live, pop your question in the comments and I'll do my best to get through them all over the hour or so - it usually takes me two hours to get through all of the questions, and then I save the live as an IGTV for anyone who can't watch it live. 

If anyone has attended my Monthly Live Curl Clinics before or had a 1:1 Curl Clinic with me, feel free to share your experiences in the comments below. And don't forget to tag a friend in the comments who you think might like, enjoy or benefit from this month's Curl Clinic. If you could give this post, or the event countdown a share to help spread the word that would be massively appreciated too!

I also offer 1:1 Curl Clinics throughout the month, which are completely bespoke and tailored to you and your hair. They’re a 30 minute video consultation via Instagram where we discuss your hair, what products you’re using and issues you’re struggling with. Then I put together a routine of recommended products and techniques tailored specifically to suit your hair’s needs and help you achieve your hair goals. If that's something you're interested in, please click the link in my bio, click 1:1 Curl Clinics, fill out the form and I'll get back to you via email with all the details. 

Thanks so much! See you on Wednesday x

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I cannot believe how long my hair is! And so HEALT I cannot believe how long my hair is! And so HEALTHY! The shape has grown out really well too since I got it cut and coloured in September with @laurashairspace 

I'm my very own hair goals of what I wanted my hair to look like back when I started this journey almost 4 years ago. Never, ever in a million years did I think my hair would look like this again after years of the heat and colour damage I'd put it though. I could barely get a wave going in my hair, never mind a curl! 

So if you're feeling overhwhlemed, frustrated, losing hope and feel like giving up...don't! 

Ps. Check out my stories from today for all my washday chats, what I used, products, routines, blog posts, YouTube videos and IGTV's for more information. 

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My hairdresser, @laurashairspace has opened up her My hairdresser, @laurashairspace has opened up her booking list! Based in Galway City Centre, Laura is an incredibly talented hairdresser, who specialises in curly hair. She's been cutting and colouring waves, curls and natural textured hair for 20 years. Building up experience, education, courses, styles and different cutting techniques to create a style that's completely tailored to YOUR  hair, curl pattern, length and shape goals. 

That's what I love most about Laura's technique, it's a blend of everything she's learned and all her experience, rather than a cookie-cutter style cut for curl patterns and textures. Because everyone's hair is different: the wave or curl pattern, what look, length and shape you want, your lifestyle etc. She uses some of my favourite products for wavy and curly hair such as @innersenseorganicbeauty @boucleme and @joicoireland and often follows my Curl Maven Method with clients who want to focus on the health of their hair and get their waves and curls back.

I drive a 4 hour round trip to see her and can't recommend her highly enough! So you're in safe hands when you're in her chair. Laura's talent is matched only by her passion. She's such a lovely person with a beautiful soul and I'm so proud to call her my friend now too. So far we've yet to have a phone call under an hour, but most times it's two! 

Laura has opened up her booking list to new and existing clients for when hairdressers and salons are back open in the coming months. Email laurabookings@outlook.ie with your Name, Phone Number, whether you're an existing or new client (you can tell her I sent you), and what service you require whether it's a cut or colour etc.

Give her a follow if you're not already, pop her an email and don't forget to tell her I sent you xx

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C U R L | M A V E N 🌙✨ I've finally been able C U R L | M A V E N 🌙✨ I've finally been able to change my Instagram handle to @curlmaven to make my re-brand from Curly Cailín complete! I couldn't be happier, and I love that it's on the weekend of a full moon 🌝 The first one of the astrological year, during Aries season - I'm an Aries. Full Moons are all about releasing and letting go, so it feels like perfect, divine timing. 🌙✨

So if you want to tag me in any comments, posts or stories or send me a DM don't forget to use @curlmaven instead. Especially for anyone who's booked in for a 1:1 Curl Clinic.

You may also notice I've also trademarked Curl Maven. It's actually been trademarked for a while now. Step two of the plan. I'm full of ideas, hopes and dreams of what I want to do, craft, create and build. Now I can continue to move forward, knowing the Universe - and this amazing community - is behind me, supporting me. 

The best is yet to come, I've just got to keep manifesting it. Only those who can see the invisible, can achieve the impossible.🌙✨ 

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Bounce Curl is now stocked at The Clean Beauty Edi Bounce Curl is now stocked at The Clean Beauty Edit! Get 10% off using code CURLMAVEN

I've been working behind the scenes for years to try and get a discount code for Bounce Curl for my followers outside the USA. So I reached out to @thecleanbeautyedit once again, and proposed they stock Bounce Curl (along with Innersense Organic Beauty) I'm so glad I can finally share the news - and 10% discount - with you! You cannot get a discount for these brands anywhere else outside the USA! So this is H U G E ! 

The Clean Beauty Edit ships worldwide, with plastic-free, recyclable packaging. They offer FREE shipping over minimum spends, and shipping is FAST! 

Bounce Curl Clarifying Shampoo, Ayurvedic Deep Conditioner, Light Creme Gel and Hair Growth Vitamins are all available on the site now. You can swipe up in my stories to shop and use code CURLMAVEN for 10% off site wide! More of the product line will be added over the coming months. So if you've wanted to try out this brand but have been afraid of shipping and customs charges, now you can - with 10% off! 

Check out my blog for full reviews of @bouncecurl and @innersenseorganicbeauty Link in my bio, but I'll share them in my stories too. x

This partnership continues to be a match made in heaven and one of the reasons why I love supporting Irish businesses, especially those founded and run by strong, independent women! Thank you Dawn for your faith and trust in me! 

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My latest blog is now up on Curl Maven. It's my Wa My latest blog is now up on Curl Maven. It's my Washday Workbook: a checklist of simple tips for washday success. The link to my Latest Post is always in my bio, or swipe up in my stories x

Suitable for any hair type, curl pattern or length. Whether you've got straight, wavy or curly hair, an adult or a child. The Washday Workbook will give you the simple tips, tricks and techniques that work with whatever products you're using. 

It's often these incredibly simple, small things that we don't even think about or realise, that can make such a huge difference to a successful washday. 

My Washday Workbook is designed to give you:

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So if you've been struggling with any of those things, or can't seem to nail your wash day or get consistent, long-lasting results, then this blog post is for you! 

Let me know what tips, tricks or advice you found most helpful, or if you have any other questions pop them in the comments. 

Please give this post a like, a share on your stories or tag a friend in the comments who you think will find this post helpful. 

I tried to break it down into easy to understand and achievable tips and advice. Because nobody likes when Washdays feel more like Russian Roulette! 

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Thank you to anyone who listened to me talking to Thank you to anyone who listened to me talking to @louisemcsharry on her show on @rte2fm this morning. If you missed it live you can listen back online. 

Here's some pictures of some of the things we spoke about. The first and third pictures is my hair right after I've broken the gel cast on my hair, or "scrunched out the crunch" aka SOTC. 

The second and fourth pictures is my hair with those crunchy, crispy curls that's actually a good thing. It's from the gel, forming on my curls to set and hold them. But you can't break that gel cast until the hair is completely dry! 

Then there's THAT picture Louise mentioned! My hair before I started my healthy, curly hiar journey. This was actually a good hair day for me back then. When I'd damaged my hair beyond all curl recognition and could barely get a wave, and even that didn't stick around longer than a few hours on wash day! 

Fast forward three years to the part picture. My curls, definition, health and shine are back! 

How did I do it? By focusing on the HEALTH of my hair. It's the core of what my Curl Maven Method is, focus on the HEALTH and the waves, curls, definition, shine and growth will all come. 

Click the link in my bio to go to mh website where you can read my tips, advice, techniques, reviews and product recommendations and favourites. 

I also hold free Monthly Curl Clinics the first Wednesday of every month at 7pm on Instagram Live. And run private consultations, 1:1 Curl Clinics, throughout the month. If you want a bespoke product recommendation and routine specifically tailored to suit your hair, budget and hair goals. The link for that is in my bio too.

I hope that helps, and if your hair is looking like that second last picture, I hope you find the inspo you need to start your healthy hair journey to get your waves and curls back and I'd love to be a part of that journey. 

Thanks for having me Louise! X 

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I'm going to be on the radio again! This time I'll I'm going to be on the radio again! This time I'll be talking to @louisemcsharry on @rte2fm tomorrow (Sunday) at 9:40am all about hair, 2021 hair trends, hair care, curly hair, healthy hair and more I'm sure. This one is LIVE so wish me luck! 

I've popped a count down in my stories if you want to set yourself a reminder. If you're outside Ireland you can listen online, and I'll share the recording/podcast once it's up.

I'm so excited for this one, I've followed Louise for years and she's one of the coolest, soundest people on Instagram and we've always has grwag chars and conversations. 

We actually did an Instagram Live together a few weeks ago if you want to check that out on my IGTV - it was a lot of fun and we talked about a lot of different stuff.

Let me know if you'll be tuning in, or if you see this after Sunday morning, let me know what you thought! 

Argh so excited! I'm so incredibly grateful and thankful for this opportunity. To be on national radio once is amazing, to be on two shows in two weeks! So thank you for being a part of that and helping me become who I am. X
AD | Curly hair products and routines for children AD | Curly hair products and routines for children is something I get asked about all the time. Today I went through Éabha's wash day routine on stories. After lots of experimenting, I've finally found a routine that consistently works well for her hair. The key is to keep it simple, with a focus on hydration and detangling. 

Giovanni is the best range of budget-friendly products I've found, we use the Tea Tree Triple Treat Shampoo and Conditioner. Already super affordable, you can get 20% off @lookfantastic using code CURLMAVEN. There's also the Smooth As Silk and 50/50 Balanced ranges, but we've found the Tea Tree one the best for Éabha's hair. 

The Denman Paddle Brush is a M U S T if you have kids! It glides through knots and detangles her hair like nothing else. Just make sure their has plenty of conditioner AND WATER in it before using a brush to make sure there's no tears on wash day. If their hair is really dry or particularly knotty, get the Matrix Biolage Hydrasource Conditioner instead. Again, super affordable already, but you can also get 20% off using code CURLMAVEN. Or for ultimate budget-busting and detangling, get the 1100ml tub which lasts us almost 2 years in this house! 

And finally, styling. If you've got toddlers, leaving in a little conditioner will be enough. You don't need to think about styling products until they start going to school really. Bouclème Gels are my favourite for kids, as they're really light weight, moisturizing enough to keep their hair healthy, hydrated, shiny and detangled. We use the Bouclème Super Hold Styler, but if your kid's hair is finer, or wavier - the Bouclème Curl Defining Gel may work better. You can get 20% off Bouclème @lookfantastic using code CURLMAVEN. 

I hope that helps, but if you have any questions just pop them in the comments below. Would you like to see more curly hair content for children? If so, what do you want to see, or know?

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