CURL POWER

WHY Along with a growing movement that has seen many women celebrate their hair’s natural texture, lockdowns have meant more of us have pressed paused on salon visits, treatments and using heated tools. Instead, we’re learning to embrace our coils and curls with new, sophisticated curl-defining formulas. And if your hair is straight or wavy? A misting of salt spray helps to create soft shape and movement.

TRY The coiled shape of curls makes it harder for natural oils to travel down from the root of the hair to the ends, so upping moisture levels with an oil or butter-based product prevents frizz, resulting in a bouncier curl.

BUY Lee Stafford For the Love of Curls Custard Cream, £8.99;

Twisted Sista Intensive Leave-in Conditioner, £5.89; Pantene Gold Series Intense Hydrating Hair Oil,

£7.99; Imbue Curl Worshipping Shine Oil, £8.99; L’oréal Paris Stylista The Beach Wave Mist, £5.99.