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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I Got My Hair Cut!

Just over a week ago I got my hair cut! And not just a trim, I went for the big chop! I was so nervous, especially as I wasn’t going to a specialist “curly” hair dresser. But I’m so pleased with my results. This post is my experience with DIY trims, cuts and what to ask your “regular” hair dresser when going for a curly cut.

DIY Trims & Cuts

In January 2018, I did a DIY trim, following Curly Penny’s YouTube video. Even after doing it twice, it didn’t make any difference to my hair, curl pattern or definition. So a few weeks ago, I did a more dramatic DIY cut. I watched Lana Summers’ video on YouTube for the first half of my cut, before going freestyle. Trying to replicate what I’d seen my own hair dresser do over the years, when she would cut my hair. I actually took off quite a few inches, added lots of layers and got a really good shape! You can see what my hair looked like after that DIY cut in my recent posts on Hair Porosity and my Modified Rice Water Routine. I have to say, I was relieved it turned out so good! That relief turned to shock when I went to a “proper” hair dresser, and she said I’d done a great job on my DIY cut!

diy curly hair cut curl by curl

During my DIY cut, when I was adding layers to create shape. I cut a lot of hair off my top layers, the canopy of my hair. This is always where the hair gets most damaged from styling, heat, water pressure, weather, environment etc. In the days and weeks after, I was so blown away at how much my top layer was curling, clumping and going into gorgeous ringlets. I decided I wanted to take even more off the length! In the hope that I would get the same results on the longer, underneath sections of my hair. But there was no way I was feeling brave enough to do that myself! All the YouTube videos I could find were based around DIY trims, not big chops and total re-shapes.

curly hair cut curl by curl

Curl Crush

After following lots of curlies on Instagram, and seeing amazing transformation pictures. I began asking them at what point did they see the most dramatic difference and improvement in their curls? They all said the same thing, after they got the “big chop.” Two words which, until recently, would put the fear of God into me, and most curlies! The second thing they said, was when they stopped using heat on their hair, even when diffusing. So that was it, my mind was made up, I was going to get my hair cut! Armed with a couple of pictures from some of my favourite curlies, I was going for the big chop!

I Got My Hair Cut

Specialist Curly Hair Dressers

I’ve been following the curly girl method for almost a year now, and until my recent brave attempts at cutting my own hair, I’ve not gone near a hair dresser. To be honest, I didn’t go near one that often before I discovered the CG method! I would go once, maybe twice a year. Always insisting on a trim, only taking off the minimum amount of hair. Since embracing my curls, I’ve heard a lot about the specialised “curly cuts,” Deva cuts, or Ouidad cuts. Essentially getting your hair cut by a curly hair specialist, using a specialist technique of cutting the hair dry, and curl by curl. Also known as, ridiculously expensive hair cuts!

shoulder length naturally curly hair cut

It didn’t always used to be like that. I got my first curly cut when I was just 18, by a hair dresser down the back streets of Paris. I didn’t speak much French, he didn’t speak any English! It was the most terrifying couple of hours of my life! But it was also the best hair cut I’ve ever had, and looked just as good straight as it did curly. And cost the same price as any other cut!

shoulder length naturally curly hair cut

Anyway, I’m not here to diss curly hair specialists and what they do – I have huge respect of them and their skills. I do have issue with the amount they charge though, it’s excessive. Which is partly due to the time they spend on each cut/client. I know lots of curly girls say it’s worth it, but I cannot justify spending that much money on a cut, even if it is only once or twice a year!

shoulder length naturally curly hair cut

So after discovering a “curly cut” was going to cost me between €90 and €130 plus travel and expenses. I decided to go to the same hair dresser I’ve gone to for almost a decade. I brought my own curly girl approved products with me, and guided her on what to do and not do. At this point, a lot of curly girls have had truly horrific experiences with “regular” hair dressers telling them they’ll never have curly hair. Or they should shampoo their hair because it’s dirty and unsanitary. But that wasn’t my experience.

shoulder length naturally curly hair cut

My hair dresser, Kerrie from Hair Culture, was so intrigued! She asked me a tonne of questions about the curly girl method, what do I do differently? etc. Because I’ve been going to her for so many years, she’s seen my hair transform to such a state that I completely lost all my curl. So for her to see me walking into her salon, a year since she saw me last, with a head full of big, bouncy curls.

shoulder length naturally curly hair cut

She was always going to see the change and ask questions of how and what I’ve been doing to get them back. I also know lots of curlies who’ve shelled out the big bucks for the curly cut, only to come home in floods of tears, hating their hair. So for me, I think it’s as much about the skills and attitude of the hair dresser, rather than purely knowing specific curly hair cutting techniques.

shoulder length naturally curly hair cut

What To Ask Your Non-Curly Hair Dresser

  • Take pictures of fellow natural curlies with a simlar cut and shape to the one you want to achieve.
  • Book your appointment for day 2 or 3 curls. Or whenever your curls are at their best. So they can see what they’re working with, rather than a tangled, frizz ball mess that’s over due a wash day.
  • Bring your own products, both for washing, styling and drying – cotton t-shirt/towel and diffuser etc.
  • Ask for long layers and shape.
  • Request they don’t use a razor or use sliding scissors – sliding the scissors down the hair.
  • Re-wet your hair after your cut, and style and dry it yourself, as you would normally.
  • If they want to check over your hair once it’s dry. Ask that they do it without combing it, but rather by looking at the overall shape and length. Doing any additional cuts curl by curl.

shoulder length naturally curly hair cut

So that’s it! I am so, so glad I plucked up the courage for the big chop and didn’t chicken out last minute. I only wish I’d done it sooner! Apparently it’s taken years off me! I’ve immediately noticed my curl clumps and ringlets are much more defined than they were. And the underneath layers have sprung up as much as the rest of my hair. Just what I was hoping for!

shoulder length naturally curly hair cut

But guess what…? I think I want more off. I want it shorter, properly above my shoulders and with more shape and shorter top layers! What do you think… should I do it? Or focus it on growing it long again – which is the ultimate goal. Let me know in the comments below! Please subscribe here if you haven’t already, you can follow me on Instagram or like my Facebook page.

Hair products used: Bouclème Hydrating Hair Cleanser, Curl Conditioner, Curl Cream and Curl Defining Gel – all from Bouclème. If you’re viewing this post on a mobile, keep scrolling down to see where else I like to shop for curly girl approved products.

For an in-depth review of all the Bouclème products, a giveaway and discount code, click here.

Or you might like my ultimate guide on hair porosity, including tests, characteristics and recommendations for each porosity type.

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Comments

  1. Christine says

    17/04/2018 at 11:17 pm

    Caitlin I love your hair & your new cut! So healthy looking and curly! Your my curly idol! I want to look like you someday!

    Reply
    • Gabriella says

      18/04/2018 at 8:34 am

      Aw, bless you! Thank you so much. I remember what it was like when my curls were a tortured mess and I wanted it to be just like my curl crushes, so that really means a lot. Thank you! Gabriella xoxo

      Reply
  2. Carissa says

    22/04/2018 at 1:32 pm

    Hi there!! Love your curls, cut and blog! You do a great job communicating and describing your processes and I find myself coming back time and again to reread/absorb all the curly goodness.

    I’m fairly new to the curly girl method (4mo but I’m slow to learn it seems) and I hadn’t heard about not using a razor or sliding scissors before! My non-curly hairdresser says my hair lovers the razor. I’m grateful for the help on what to say to her, just want to know what to tell her when she asks why no razor, cause I know she will, hehe.

    Thanks again!

    Reply
  3. Abby says

    16/09/2018 at 3:33 pm

    Just found this… how helpful, thank you!! And I don’t know if you decided to do it or not, but you definitely should try going shorter. You have the type of face shape and gorgeous skin to pull off that shorter wilder sexy confident curly do!! DO IT!! And tell us how to do it. 🙂

    Reply
    • Gabriella says

      18/09/2018 at 8:53 am

      Oh my goodness do you think so?! I did cut my layers shorter for more shape and volume, and that will be my next post. But as for shorter in length – I don’t know about that. I desperately want long, healthy hair with cascading curls again. But thank you so much! xoxo

      Reply
      • Molly says

        24/09/2018 at 1:40 am

        My dear, just go for it! I’ve gone short after below shoulder length hair and it felt liberating. It made me perky and I loved it! I always like to change it up, plus it always grows back. Just be prepared for even curlier hair! Thanks for all the valuable tips.

        Reply
        • Gabriella says

          27/09/2018 at 11:47 am

          Thanks Molly! There was no preparing me for how much curlier my hair got after cutting it short again! I have to say it definitely gave me a confidence boost and perked me up after having my hair cut and it was certainly liberating. Apparently it took years off me too! But I have to say, I miss my long hair now and am now trying to grow it long and healthy now. xx

          Reply
          • Shellie says

            23/03/2019 at 8:32 pm

            OH girl, please don’t cut it again!! You’ll look like Annie!! Grow it out again. It’s so much sexier and pretty!!!

          • Gabriella says

            24/03/2019 at 4:28 pm

            Not entirely sure what way to take or respond to that comment but yes, the goal is to grow it long again. Going the big chop was very much about cutting out the damaged hair, so the over all health of my hair would benefit. Which it did, and it totally worked!

  4. lynne allison says

    23/06/2019 at 4:43 pm

    Is it better to part your hair in the middle when getting it cut so you can change the part occasionally and it will look good….or on the side that you usually wear it? Thank you:)

    Reply
    • Gabriella says

      25/06/2019 at 12:24 pm

      I would ask your hairdresser what they advise.

      Reply
    • Gabriella says

      25/06/2019 at 12:25 pm

      Or do you mean if you’re cutting it yourself? If you’re cutting it yourself, I part mine in the middle, and then again where I normally part it just to make sure nothing looks crazy.

      Reply
  5. Elaine Foran says

    09/10/2019 at 6:14 pm

    Just had Rachel do my colour in Hair Culture and she said you had been in. Thank goodness!! I was just about to book in Dublin. Kerry is an amazing hairdresser. Plan to book with her soon. I’ll give my hair a few weeks rest, and deep condition like mad before I call her.

    Elaine

    Reply
    • Gabriella says

      16/10/2019 at 7:19 am

      Oh that’s great to here, Rachel is actually an old neighbour of mine too! She’s a great hairdresser as well. x

      Reply
  6. Clair Henderson says

    15/11/2019 at 4:38 pm

    short or long, both would look amazing on you with that hair, waiting to see what you do!

    Reply

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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
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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