Know your curl type
If you’re not sure where to start, hairstylist Adam Artist has some tips to help you find the best mousse for your hair type.
If you have naturally wavy or loose curls (2a-3a), you should use a strong-hold mousse to blend the curls and create a defined pattern. This supports and strengthens your natural patterns. For medium curls (3b-3c), a lighter, medium-hold mousse is best for defining and separating your curls. This reduces frizz without any “crunch” and allows your natural curl pattern to move freely. For tighter curls (4a-4c), add conditioner to a lightweight, medium-hold mousse (or apply over leave-in conditioner). It’s best to apply a serum once it’s dry. This type of curl often requires hydration. First, hydrate your skin and then apply the mousse. Adding a serum at the end adds shine and breaks down the set, creating beautiful curls.
Understand your hair follicles
Hair porosity is a term used to describe how well hair absorbs or repels moisture. First, take our hair porosity quiz. Because this is the key to finding the right mousse. end? nice. “Low-porosity hair needs moisture, and if you prep it properly with a hydrating conditioning mask before applying a styler like a mousse, your hair will be much more receptive to it,” says Texture Specialist. Alicia Bailey says. “As a result, hair is moisturized, defined, and curls last longer.”
However, if you have highly porous hair, Adam Artist warns that mousse may not be the best option if it doesn’t have alcohol-based formulas or moisturizing properties. “Hair that is too porous or damaged can become stiff or brittle when using mousse. This is the case.” It can occur in humans or can be caused by chemical treatments. ” Instead, he suggests curl creams or leave-in conditioners with anti-frizz hair serums.
determine the thickness
Hairstylist Adam Federico told Cosmo that mousse is best for fine hair. Just apply it from the roots to the middle of your hair. Meanwhile, hairstylist Cynthia Alvarez told Cosmo that lightweight products like mousse are great for curls, especially those that need a fine to medium texture. However, there is no need to worry. Even thick hair can benefit from mousses with heavier weight formulas. Hairstylist Anthony Dickie says the new water-based formula “means it can be used more forgivingly without fear of a hard stick feeling…and it dries faster and can be used with curl cream for more definition.” It can also be mixed with.
