Curl Warehouse Blog

There's An Oil For That: Oil Recommendations for Curly Hair
by Lisa C.
If you haven't used oils before, you may be a bit unsure how best to use them to suit your hair type and routine. Here I have provided a list of ideas on how to use oil on your hair/body.  Please...
How to Care for Oily Hair and Scalp
by Lisa C.
If you have oily hair, following the traditional guidelines of the Curly Girl / Curly Hair Method may leave your hair feeling limp and heavy and your scalp still dirty after cleansing. Oily hair tends to be - but not always -...
Curl Warehouse's Guide to Glycerin and Dew Points
by Lisa C.
Glycerin. Does the word instantly get your attention?  If there’s one ingredient that seems to not get the love in the curly/wavy community, it would be glycerin. What is Glycerin? Glycerin is a humectant that can also known as glycerol.  It...
Low and No Waste Products for Curly Hair
by Lisa C.
Everyone is concerned about the overuse of plastic and figuring out ways to recycle, and rightly so!  We all want to see less at the landfill!This blog will talk about products at Curl Warehouse that are zero waste or are...
DIY Low-Waste Recipes for Curly Hair Care
by Lisa C.
It's Earth Month! Let’s chat about a few homemade recipes that can be good for hair, require no additional packaging, and are inexpensive.  Most of these recipes include ingredients you already have in your house. Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse First...
Products for Scent-Sensitive Curlies
by Lisa C.
Well if there was ever a subject that is highly subjective….this blog is it.Everything from food, cleaning and personal products will have many people swear it is the best.... While  others are swearing that exact same thing is the worst...
Tips for Caring For and Styling Fine Hair
by Lisa C.
What is fine hair? Fine hair texture is found within all of the curl types, from 1A to 4C.  This type of hair is smaller than a thread in width and almost invisible. It is difficult to feel a single...
How To Choose the Best Deep Conditioner for Your Hair
by Lisa C.
Deep conditioning is a popular topic at Curl Warehouse, especially in the winter. What is deep conditioning?  Deep conditioning is using a conditioner that is  left in your hair longer than a rinse-out conditioner.  It is usually done with a...
What Causes Frizz? 12 Tips to Reduce Frizz
by Lisa C.
If there is one subject that gets talked about a lot in the wavy/curly/tight curls world it is FRIZZ!  Some embrace it while others do everything they can to banish it.  But one thing is true: we will all have...
How to Integrate New Products into your Curly Hair Routine
by Lisa C.
Have you been doing the Curly Girl / Hair Method (strict or modified) for a while now? Are you getting bored using the same products?  Or maybe you have it down and are ready to try something new!!  Well Curl...
Gift Guide for People with Curly, Wavy, or Textured Hair
by Lisa C.
If you are starting your Black Friday or Holiday Season shopping list now, this blog will help you get some new ideas.  Or you can pass along a copy to your friends and family so they know what you are...
7 Product Tips for Transitioning Curls from Summer to Winter
by Lisa C.
Have you read our blog about routine changes you might want to consider as we head into winter?  A Canadian winter can be really tough on our curls. Along with changes to your routine, you might be interested in switching...
How to Start the Curly Hair Method Without Getting Overwhelmed
by Lisa C.
You’ve heard about this thing called The Curly Girl / Hair Method on social media.   Maybe a friend told you about it. Or you’ve noticed that your hair is just never straight without heat intervention.  You know it is naturally...
Tips to Avoid Fading in Coloured Hair
by Lisa C.
This is the second blog in my coloured curls series.  To read the first one, click here: Maintaining Colour with the Curly Girl / Hair Method. Now that you know how to maintain your hair colour, these are my top...
Maintaining Colour with the Curly Girl / Hair Method
by Lisa C.
Many of us (myself included) enjoy using all types of colour and highlights on our hair.  Perhaps it is for fun - just a change up - or you want to cover up the greys.  Either way you can still...
Routine Changes for Amazing Winter Curls
by Lisa C.
The days are getting shorter and everyone across Canada is experiencing cooler mornings and evenings.  Perhaps even some of us have had to turn the furnace on already!   What does this mean for your curly hair routine?  Below are some great tips...
The Curly Canadian Road Trip: Product Suggestions for the Northern Territories
by Lisa C.
Come along with us on a Curly Canadian Road Trip this summer! We've suggested products based on the different climates we have in Canada so you can get the best out of your curls, regardless of where your holidays may...
The Curly Canadian Road Trip: Product Suggestions for the East & West Coasts
by Lisa C.
Come along with us on a Curly Canadian Road Trip this summer! We'll be suggesting products based on the different climates we have in Canada so you can get the best out of your curls, regardless of where your holidays...
The Curly Canadian Road Trip: Product Suggestions for the Prairies
by Lisa C.
Come along with us on a Curly Canadian Road Trip this summer! We'll be suggesting products based on the different climates we have in Canada so you can get the best out of your curls, regardless of where your holidays...
The Curly Canadian Road Trip: Product Suggestions for Southern Ontario and Quebec
by Lisa C.
Come along with us on a Curly Canadian Road Trip this summer! We'll be suggesting products based on the different climates we have in Canada so you can get the best out of your curls, regardless of where your holidays...
What to do with Products You Don't Like
by Lisa C.
It is easy to collect hair products.  You are in the drugstore, salon or a beauty supply store like Curl Warehouse and there they are!  Maybe it’s that one you've always wanted to try or it is on sale…. or...