The bowl method for curly hair is said to be the best way to keep curls hydrated and frizz-free.

Here’s what happened when I tried it.

Maintaining curly haircan be exhausting.

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Think of this method as a hair bath.

While it may work for others, it may not work for everyone, says Gutterman.

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Michelle Sultan is a Celebrity Hair Stylist and Textured Hair Specialist.

It was perfectly frizz-less, with S-shaped ringlets, and once it was dry it felt super lightweight.

As amazing as my hair looked, though, the whole thing was kind of a production.

When its time to rinse, use cold water to terminate the cuticle and really lock in the moisture.

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