How to Care for Curly Hair

Curly hair covers a huge range of density, porosity and moisture needs. Here's what a science-led curly-hair routine looks like with Layla & Kays.

What is the best haircare routine for curly hair?

A good curly-hair routine starts with cleansing, conditioning and maintaining moisture and manageability, while allowing your natural curl pattern to remain your own.

A simple routine can be: Cleanse → Condition → Style → Maintain.

Is Layla & Kays suitable for curly hair?

Yes. Layla & Kays is designed with textured hair in mind, including curly hair.

Because curls differ in density, porosity, strand thickness and moisture needs, the right routine depends on your individual hair rather than curl pattern alone.

What is the best Layla & Kays routine for curly hair?

Start with Strength & Restore Shampoo followed by Strength & Restore Conditioner. The Shampoo provides cleansing, while the Conditioner provides the conditioning stage and supports softness and manageability.

What should I use for dry curly hair?

Start with the Strength & Restore Shampoo + Conditioner routine. Cleanse with the Shampoo and follow with Conditioner to support moisture, softness and manageability.

What should I use for frizzy curly hair?

Begin with consistent cleansing and conditioning. Strength & Restore Conditioner is particularly relevant where frizz is associated with dryness or difficulty managing the hair.

What should I use if my curls lack definition?

Start with a consistent cleansing and conditioning routine. Well-conditioned, manageable hair can be easier to maintain in its natural texture.

Can Layla & Kays change my natural curl pattern?

Layla & Kays is designed to support natural texture rather than permanently alter your underlying curl pattern.

Can Layla & Kays help curls retain their shape?

In the Layla & Kays consumer evaluation, participants reported improved definition and longer shape retention.

The current evidence is consumer-reported rather than instrumental measurement. See the full evidence summary.

Layla & Kays recommendation: Focus on the condition and behaviour of your curls rather than trying to force them into a particular pattern.

Relevant products

Strength & Restore Shampoo Strength & Restore Conditioner Shampoo & Conditioner Bundle

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