Do you have naturally curling strands or enjoy creating curls with styling? If so, you want your curls to last for days. The best way to achieve this is to learn how to preserve your curls overnight, keeping them looking great for longer. Here at Haste, we have all the shower staples, styling products, and other products you need to make your one-way trip to curl heaven.
How to Preserve Curls Overnight
Go to Bed With Set Hair
On your wash day, wash your hair early enough to dry it before you go to bed. We recommend waiting an hour after drying to allow the style to set in before you put on a buff.
Wash your hair in the afternoon, and do not go out to prevent your style from being ruined. If you use a gel cast, you can scrunch out your crunch soon after your hair dries or wait until the following day.
It is best to see what works for your hair.
Keep Your Hair Protected at Night With a Buff or Silk Pillowcase
Wear a buff every night to preserve your curls overnight, as it can make a difference.
If a headband is not your thing, we recommend sleeping on a satin or silk pillowcase. Pull it over the ears when wearing a buff to keep it on all night.
Alternatively, you can clip the sides of the headband above the ear to hold it in place. Silk bonnets or scarves are other options.
Wear a Protective Hairstyle
A protective hairstyle is another great way to preserve your curls instead of a buff. You can braid, do a medusa clipping, or bun, or wear pineapple style.
We recommend experimenting with different styles to find the one that is most comfortable for you, and that will protect your curls for the night.
Alternatively, you can sleep with a plop, wet or dry. But we do not recommend doing this wet, as leaving your hair damp for too long is bad.
Overnight Protection for Fine and Thin Curly Hair
If you have fine or thin curly hair, you might do better with a buff, which allows for less manipulation. We recommend not stuffing the ends into the headband, but you can try it to see how it works. The headband holds your hair in place without too much friction.
Tips Before Going to Bed
Another helpful thing before going to bed is to invest in a scalp revival serum treatment that is water and not oil-based to balance and moisturize your scalp.
You must only apply a drop to your hands and rub it over the scalp in sections. This will help you go between washes for longer. But if you have oily roots, you can always apply dry shampoo before bedtime. Massage the shampoo well to allow it to absorb the oils overnight.
Optional: Massage your scalp after applying your serum to keep it fresh. You can also do a quick scalp massage before putting on your buff, which helps to fluff your hair.
For more information on how to keep your curly hair moisturized, check out our detailed article here.
Wrap-Up: Preserving Your Curls Overnight
Protecting your curly hair overnight is not too difficult, and it only takes a few precautions to ensure you still look great the following day.
Regarding curly or coiled hair, we still recommend sleeping with the buff as it is comfortable and creates less friction.
Still, if you are struggling with curly hair, we recommend visiting us or booking a hair consultation.
Our stylists can recommend the best hair treatments, styles, and colors to suit your bangs and make you feel great.
FAQ
How can you preserve your naturally curly hair overnight?
We recommend using a gel to hold your hair in place and leave it to dry, but leave it in the gel cast. You can, however, scrunch out the crunch before placing your hair in a buff.
What can I put in my hair before overnight curls?
Invest in a light mousse, hair serum, and leave-in conditioner. A light mousse is highly recommended for fine hair because it provides excellent hold and shape.
How can I refresh my curls in the morning?
You can lightly mist your hair with water or use a reactivating spray, then gently scrunch your curls to help redefine the shape.
