Curl problems are rarely random — they’re clues. In today’s live, I answered your curl troubleshooting questions in real time. We covered reasons your curls don’t hold, determining if your hair is dry, how to cover your scalp, and more. Watch the replay below.

Livestream Replay

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Below is a recap of everything we covered, plus the products I recommended during the stream.

Topics We Covered with Timestamps

Below are the timestamps that you can use to navigate the replay.

0:00 — Welcome + what to expect; mousse testing sneak peek
​4:22 — Curlfriend Collective Bonnet review + hair match headbands
​9:00 — Q: Squish to condition — is it necessary? Does leave-in time matter?
​13:14 — Q: How to conceal a cowlick; styling the back of your hair
​17:40 — Q: Dealing with multiple curl patterns in one head
​20:00 — Q: High porosity / damaged hair — how to start wearing it curly
​25:00 — Q: Stringy curls — causes and fixes
​28:32 — Q: Does coarse hair equal dry hair? Is the goal to make it softer?
​33:04 — Q: What products to use for gray hair
​41:48 — Q: Dry, coarse, wavy hair — product recommendations (fragrance-free)
​43:24 — Q: Ouidad alone not lasting — how to layer or top with a second gel
​44:53 — Q: Soft finish, fine hair — why it falls and how to extend hold
​51:00 — Q: What does “lightweight” actually mean — consistency or ingredients?
​54:49 — Q: Do you need both conditioner and deep conditioner on clarify days?
​56:51 — Q: Hair looks great after diffusing but goes limp as days go on
​59:30 — Closing thoughts + coaching program details

Products Mentioned

The following products came up during the Q&A.

• ​Ouidad Advanced Climate Control Heat & Humidity Stronger Hold Gel​
• ​Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Flash Freeze Gel​
• ​Curlsmith Fragrance-Free Strong Hold Gel​
• ​AG Liquid Effects Medium Hold Weightless Styling Gel​
• ​TRESemme Bouncy Curls Mousse​
• ​Wella EIMI Volume Extra Volume​
• ​Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Fragrance-Free Curl Activating Hair Mousse​
• ​Living Proof Leave-In Conditioning Spray​
• ​Curlsmith Miracle Shield Heat Protection Spray​
• ​Olaplex No 3 Plus​
• ​Ouidad Water Works Clarifying Shampoo​
• ​Bounce Curl Volume Root Clips​
• ​Bounce Curl Detangle Define EdgeLift Brush​
• ​Curlsmith Defrizzion Hair Dryer & XXL Diffuser​

Want Personalized Help with Your Own Curls?

A live Q&A is a great way to get general guidance — but there’s a real limit to what I can do when I can’t see your hair.

In my Group Curl Coaching Program, I actually watch you style, diffuse, and refresh in real time. I can see what your hands are doing, what your products are doing, and give you feedback in the moment — not just general advice that may or may not apply to your situation.

That’s the difference. It’s not a class you watch. It’s a coaching experience where your specific curls get specific attention.

The result: curls that last longer, a routine that actually works for your hair, and a lot less time, money, and frustration spent on products and techniques that aren’t right for you.

The fall program isn’t open yet, but you can pre-register now to get early access when enrollment opens.