People with curly hair are probably used to their friends or even strangers telling them how jealous they are of their luxurious locks.
Of course, those people have no clue just how much of a struggle it takes to tame each and every strand. Sure, it's worth it for those days when everything fits together perfectly and you're rocking some amazing locks, but anyone with curly hair can tell you just how much hard work that requires on a daily basis.
Most people know humidity is the biggest enemy for every curly-haired person in the world, but you might not have realized just how many other issues can pop up and ruin all the effort they put in.
Take a look below to see even more not-so-fun things about taming down curly tresses.
Let us know in the comments if we missed any of the curly hair problems you or a loved one deals with all the time, as well as any tips you might have.
And don't forget to SHARE with your friends so they can see exactly what you have to go through!
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1. Finding The Right Stylist Feels Impossible
Winning the lottery feels more likely after years of amateurs taking their shears to your tresses. So when you finally meet your salon soulmate, you never let them go.
2. You Never Know What You'll Wake Up With
Some mornings are a blissful surprise of beautiful ringlets forming in your sleep. But more often than not? It's a frizzy nightmare.
3. You Have A Meticulous Washing Schedule
Using the excuse "I have to wash my hair" isn't a joke — your weekly social calendar revolves around the time it takes to properly wash, moisturize, detangle, dry, and probably moisturize each and every stressful strand again.
4. You're Constantly Running Out Of Conditioner
And you're in awe of anyone who manages to run out of both shampoo and conditioner at the same time when you're spending more cash on a third bottle of ultra-moisturizing conditioner before you're halfway done with the shampoo.
5. You've Had To Throw Away Way Too Many Brushes
They fought a good battle against your tangles on the days when you actually summoned the patience to spend time de-knotting them, but they never last long.
6. People Always Want To Talk About Your Hair
Some people find curly hair fascinating, while others like to say they're "jealous" of yours. They think they're being sweet, but it's actually pretty annoying that no matter how often you explain your many struggles to maintain the wild tresses, they never really understand.
7. You Lose Hair Ties And Bobby Pins In Your Locks
You might have had your hair in a bun or braided a week ago and you'll still find the little reminders lingering in the rings — among other things like food or leaves that attach themselves like magnets.
8. Your Friends Ask If They Can Touch Or Pull On Ringlets
After all the time and care you put into each strand, it's understandable that you'd be a little overprotective, especially when they reach for a ringlet without even asking.
9. You've Spent Hours Straightening It
And you've had that awful moment when you've finished just one side and wish you could go back and undo it because it's just too much effort to keep going.
10. You Inevitably Have Nothing To Do The One Day It Looks Perfect
On the rare days you're blessed with perfectly formed curls, chances are it's also a lazy day when no one will even get to see them and shower you with the compliments you deserve.
Do you have any tips for taming those curly locks? Let us know below and be sure to SHARE with your friends so they know exactly what you're going through!
