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Lorraine Massey's Curly Method: Here and Now
Last updated: June 2026
The short answer
The Curly Method has come a long way since its inception. What was once often seen as a set of clear-cut rules is now...
Frizzy hair in the morning? How can you protect your curls at night?
There are mornings when your curls suddenly seem strange. Just yesterday, they were soft, defined, and bouncy—today, they’re flat, dry, or tangled.
And even if...
Over-styled curls—when your curly mane gets too much attention
You may have been in this situation before: you want to take good care of your curly hair, so you regularly use hair masks, leave-in conditioners, or oils. But suddenly, your curls seem...
Do you have a sensitive, itchy scalp? Find out what causes it and get tips and advice on how to care for it.
Discover what really helps and how to restore balance to your scalp
An itchy scalp is more than just a minor annoyance—it can affect your well-being, your style, and even...
Understanding Overly Neat Curls: Signs, Causes, and Solutions
When curly hair gets too much care: what's really behind this problem
You may have already experienced this: your curls suddenly seem heavy, dull, and...
The perfect care for your curls in winter
In this blog post, I’ll show you how to care for your curls so they stay healthy and shiny even during the cold season. With these simple tips, you’ll enjoy winter with beautiful...
The Curly Method
Lorraine Massey, the creator of the Curly Method, first introduced it in her bookCurly : The Handbook*. The basic idea behind this method of caring for curls is...
Determine your own curl type
Even though it’s easy to categorize hair as straight or curly, that doesn’t do justice to the true beauty of unique, wavy, kinky, or curly hair. So how do you determine your pro...
Curls and their porosity
No two sets of curls are alike, so it’s important to know your hair’s porosity in order to get the most out of your curl care routine. In other words, know...
