How to Smooth Frizzy Curls

For curly heads, the main goal is always achieving bouncy, touchable curls that stay defined and full all day. Keeping your curls smooth gives them greater definition, shine and body. The right combination of shampoo and conditioning treatments paired with specially formulated finishing products like hairsprays can give you the sleek, smooth look you need all day.

Proper shampooing and conditioning should always be part of any frizz-busting, hair-smoothing curly hair regimen. Curly hair doesn't stand a chance against frizz and cannot remain smooth if the hair is not effectively cleansed and conditioned prior to styling. Try these tips to keep your curly hair smooth and defined all day! If your hair is naturally curly, you'll need to start off with super conditioned, wet ringlets.

Step 1: Shampoo and condition your curls with Pantene Pro-V Curly Hair Series Dry to Moisturized Shampoo and Conditioner products. Rinse the hair thoroughly. I've found that insufficient rinsing can weigh down the hair, so you want to be sure you've removed all traces of conditioner.

Step 2: Next, apply Pantene's Curly Hair Series Deep Moisturizing Treatment for five to ten minutes. For an extra boost, cover your hair with a plastic cap and use the treatment with heat. I've found that heat always improves my conditioning experience. This revitalizing, deep-moisturizing treatment is designed for curly hair that leans on the dry, frizzy side. It conditions the cuticles and softens the hair so that it has a nice luster and shine.

Step 3: Apply a curl-defining product like a styling gel or mousse. These will help direct your curls. Use your fingers to twist and encourage your beautiful curl pattern to emerge. Avoid bunching up the hair or brushing it. This will only cause your hair to frizz! Pantene offers both a Curl Enhancing Gel and a Curl Defining Mousse in its Curly Hair Series Collection.

Step 4: Select a Pantene styling hairspray to keep curls smooth all day. If smoothness and softness are your aim, then select from one of Pantene's many level one, flexible-hold hairsprays. The sprays for curly hair are specially formulated to smooth and set curls without hardening them or allowing the hair to succumb to frizz later on. These hairsprays are available in both aerosol and non-aerosol formulas. The level one hold hairsprays are great for people who want a little curl control without the hardness and stickiness of other hairsprays. Here are two sprays you may love:

Pantene's Curly Hair Series Satin Hold Hairspray (Non-Aerosol)
As a level one hold hairspray, this hairspray is designed to provide a soft, flexible hold that can be easily manipulated. This non-aerosol product can be used on either wet or dry hair to boost your curls.

Pantene's Curly Hair Series Satin Hold Hairspray (Aerosol)
Again, this formula is also a level one formula with super flexible hold. Because it is an aerosol formula, it should only be used on hair that has been styled and simply needs to be set into that style. This spray is a true finishing product, not a styling spray.

Want to find out about other Pantene hairsprays and products for smoothing and taming your curls all day? Visit pantene.com and try out their Product Finder tool to identify the products that will help remove frizz from your curly hair.