Jheri Curl Instructions

The Jheri curl is designed to soften and loosen very tight and curled hair.

Named after inventor Jheri Redding, the Jheri curl was a much-used hairstyle in the black community during the 1970s and 1980s that was made popular by celebrities like Michael Jackson and Ice Cube. To Jheri curl one's hair is to create wet and glossy-looking loose curls. Compared to other black hairstyles, the Jheri curl is relatively easy to care for. The Jheri curl involves a two-part application process.

Instructions

Jheri Curl Instructions

1. Apply softener liberally throughout the hair to loosen and soften the strands. Softener or texturizing cream can be found at any beauty supply store. Leave the softener in your hair for a day.

2. Towel-dry your hair and apply instant curl activator liberally. Run your fingers through your hair to comb and rid it of tangles.

3. Spray a generous amount of moisturizing spray throughout your hair to achieve a wet and glossy look.

4. Run your fingers through your hair and shake your head around to evenly spread moisturizer throughout your hair and scalp.

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