An afro is curls of hair type 4 meaning very curly or frizzy hair

Special comb with wide tines to loosen the roots and thus bring more volume to the hair

All damaged hair is cut off during a big chop. The term is used in connection with a chemical straightening for afro hair the most

Blow-drying hair straight

Bowl method is a technique that allows the conditioner to be better incorporated into the hair. As a result, the hair is better moisturized. How it works: After washing your hair and working in conditioner, hold your head over a bowl and slowly dump one to two large cups of lukewarm water over your head. You catch the same water with the bowl. After that you can either put your hair in there (if it's long enough) or you can use two hands to take the mix of water and conditioner out of the bowl and wet your hair with it, pushing your curls from the bottom up; see also crunching. Repeat until the hair feels like seaweed.

Braided pigtails

Build-ups are product deposits on the hair that do not come off easily with water. The hair may feel greasy, hard, sticky or coated. Build-up can be caused by silicones, proteins, oils or hard water

A curl is only a curl when several hairs bundle into one strand of curl. So bundling is a collection of hair into one curl. The more your curls are bundled, the more defined they are

The cast is formed when the hair dries and wraps around the curl like a tight coat. It feels hard and firm. The cast protects the individual strands of curls from fraying during drying which results in less frizz. A cast can be created by various styling products such as hair gel or hair mousse. Once the hair is completely dry, the cast is kneaded out again

Clarifying or Detox means a deep cleansing of the hair

Clipping is the process of holding the hair at the roots with clips, barrettes or bobby pins to create more volume. You can clip both wet and dry hair

Clumping or Clumps means bundling; see Bundle / Bundling

Co-wash is a cleansing process without shampoo. For washing, a mild conditioner is used directly. Co-washing softens the hair and helps preserve the natural oils

With the conditioner the hair is not only washed but also protected.

Crunching is referred to as kneading. The curls are kneaded as they dry. Products are also kneaded into the hair

This method is a care routine for curly heads and was developed by Lorraine Massey. The hair is washed exclusively with conditioner (see Co-Wash).

A deep conditioner is a hair treatment or hair mask

The Denman Brush is a hair brush that is very popular as a styling brush within the curl community. This is not only about detangling the hair, but also about styling the curls after washing it and after the incorporation of styling products

Detangling is combing or untangling the hair with your fingers or a suitable curling brush

The Rëzo cut and the Deva cut are comparable and it is sometimes confusing. But there is a distinct distinction between the two.

The Rëzo Cut and the Deva Cut are two sought-after cutting techniques used on dry hair.

• The primary difference between the two is that while the Deva Cut is more of a curl-by-curl cut focusing more on framing the face and showcasing natural curls, the Rëzo Cut stands out from the crowd because it is the only cut that provides an unrivaled blend of cutting in circles and triangles, resulting in precision balance and symmetry.
• Both hair cuts techniques give a plethora of possibilities - choose to add bangs or keep them out. With the Rëzo cut you can increase volume or reduce it.
• For starters, the Deva Cut requires less time than the Rëzo Cut. A Deva Cut may take an hour or so, whereas the Rëzo Cut can take up to 3 hours due to its intricate details.
• The Deva Cut is more suitable for those whose curls are styled naturally. The Deva Cut may appear uneven on straight or blow-dried hair textures.
• The Rëzo Cut is designed to provide an even, balanced look regardless of whether it’s worn in its natural curly state or straightened. This look is perfect for those with natural curls who want to keep their length while adding shape and volume.
• Another way to differentiate between these two cuts is by looking at how they help maintain length in one’s hair.
• The Deva Cut uses sections and angles that create layers, while the Rëzo Cut focuses more on volume and body, and is ideal for those who want to keep their length.
• Regarding styling afterward, there are also differences between these two cuts.
• With a Deva Cut, it’s important to use styling products designed for curly hair and scrunching techniques to get the maximum definition from your curls.
• With a Rëzo Cut, users can style their hair using mousses, gels, or serums as desired to achieve more movement and body in their hairstyle.
  
  

Lastly, when considering either cut, it’s important to understand your hair texture and lifestyle demands. If you like minimal maintenance post-cut, consider getting a Deva Cut, as it will require little effort to maintain its look.

If you’re looking for something that stands out more, go for a Rëzo Cut, as its intricate detailing often creates statement looks that attract attention.

Ultimately, the decision of whether to go with a Rëzo Cut or a Deva Cut comes down to personal preference and what works best for your hair type. Both cuts are designed to enhance curls and give them a more natural look, but they have different focuses.

The best ist to try both out.

A diffuser is a special attachment for the blow dryer. This attachment prevents the airflow from hitting the curls specifically, causing them to fray. With a diffuser, the airflow is distributed more widely and the curls are dried gently

Finger coiling is the winding (= coiling) of the individual curl strands around a single finger. You can use this styling technique to achieve a better definition of your individual curls.

Frizz means the protrusion of individual hair out of a single strand of curls.

A hair routine consists of products and techniques that can vary for each curly head. There is no one routine that works for all of us. Everyone needs to find their own appropriate routine based on their hair texture. In addition, weather, water hardness and hormones have a strong influence and should be considered in the individual hair routine

Halo or also called Halo Frizz is the halo that probably every curly head knows. This refers to the frizz on the top coat.

Leave-in is a product which is left in the hair. It is not rinsed out.

Flaxseed gel is a homemade hair gel made from water and flaxseed. This gel is perfect for defining and caring for the curls

With the LOC method, the hair is protected from moisture loss through using oil and hair cream. The individual letters stand for the order of application: L= Liquid in the form of water. Oftentimes the L is mistakenly confused with Leave-in conditioner. O= Oil. This is to form a protective layer so that the moisture from the first application step can not escape so quickly. C= Cream. Finally, a curl cream is worked into the hair to protect the curls even more from moisture loss and to define them

Low-poo is the composition of little (= low) and shampoo (= poo). However, this does not mean to simply use less shampoo, but rather using less strongly cleansing shampoos. Such low-poo products contain mild surfactants and therefore dry out the hair less

Individual strands are loosely fixed with grab clips at the top of the head. Depending on how long your curls are it resembles a bit the head of Medusa.

After washing and detangling your hair with conditioner, no product is left in the hair. So neither conditioner, nor styling products. The curls are therefore free of products and referred to as naked.

No-poo refers to washing your hair without shampoo. It is a generic term for all hair washing methods without shampoo, such as co-washing or washing with rye flour

The Pineapple technique involves tying the hair up at the front of the head to protect the curls during the night

Plopping involves wrapping the wet hair in a cotton shirt or microfiber towel and letting it dry for a while. In this particular technique, the curls are pressed against the scalp, which can help shape the curls. Basically, do not plop for more than 30 minutes, as there is a warm, moist environment in the shirt that promotes bacterial growth. This can lead to itching and dandruff. In some forums and YouTube videos, hair is plopped overnight. We strongly advise against this - on the one hand because of the already mentioned bacteria growth and on the other hand because the hair is very sensitive when wet (cuticle is open) and can be damaged by uncontrolled head movements at night

With the Praying Hands method, the desired hair product is distributed in the palm of the hand. The palms are held together as if in prayer. Between the hands, the product is worked into the hair from the roots to the tips section by section

The terms Pre (= before) and Poo (= shampoo)stand for a treatment before you wash your hair with shampoo. These methods are intended to protect your hair from the surfactants in the shampoo on the one hand, and minimize the rapid absorption of water on the other.

Hair consists of 90 percent protein giving your curls hold and stability. We lose these proteins over time through washing hair, heat and environmental influences. Therefore, every curly head should use products with proteins every once in a while to supply proteins back to the hair.

The Rake
Work a water-based leave-in conditioner onto washed, wet hair, then divide hair into medium sections. Rub a light styling product between the fingers and pull the fingers through one section as with a rake.

The Shake
After the styling product has been worked evenly into the hair, run your fingers through the hair one last time, like a rake. This time, hold the end of the hair and shake back and forth. Shaking releases the natural structure of the curls again.

Rinse product out of hair.

SOTC means to knead the hard cast out of the hair

Scrunching involves kneading the curls from the bottom up. This helps to bring the curls into shape.

Slip refers to the slipperiness of a product. The more slip a product is, the easier it is to detangle curls or work styling products into it

Simple hair washing

In the WO method the hair is washed with water only