Postpartum Curls: Reviving and Nourishing Your Curly Hair with Only Curls

The postpartum period brings a host of changes to your body, including your hair. Many new mothers notice their hair goes through significant changes, particularly if they have naturally curly hair. Postpartum shedding, dryness, or changes in curl pattern are all common experiences. But the good news is that with the right products and hair care routine, you can revive and nourish your curls.

During pregnancy, higher levels of estrogen can make your hair thicker and shinier, as the hormone prolongs the growth phase of hair. After giving birth, however, estrogen levels drop, which results in more hair entering the shedding phase. This process, called postpartum hair loss, is temporary but can be really concerning for new moms.

Curly hair, in particular, is prone to dryness and frizz during this period due to the natural coarseness and structure of curls. If you’re noticing that your once-defined curls are now limp, frizzy, or just not as vibrant, you’re not alone. Fortunately, a consistent, curl-friendly routine can help restore your hair to its pre-pregnancy glory.

Trying Only Curls products is a great first step in caring for your postpartum curls as they are so gentle and nourishing. There are lots of other tips you can incorporate into your postpartum curl care routine to further boost your hair’s health and appearance:

• Scalp Massage: Stimulate hair follicles and encourage regrowth with a gentle scalp massage during your wash days. Our scalp massagers are great to use and so relaxing, perfect for a busy mum! Try doing a scalp massage with our Nourishing Hair Oil to nourish the scalp and help promote healthy hair growth. Follow our easy guide here.

• Use a soft Microfibre Towel: Frizz is often a big struggle when going through the postpartum phase. Combat frizz on wash day by using our Microfibre Towel instead of a regular cotton towel which can roughen up your hair cuticle and create more frizz. Microfibre is a soft and gentle fabric that protects your hair and is super absorbent, so it helps cut down on drying time too. It’s a win-win on wash days!

• Create Volume: What if your hair is lacking volume or your roots are falling flat? Our lightweight Volumising Curl Mousse is ideal for adding root volume. Try rubbing some of the Curl Mousse into your roots and see the difference it makes! For our best tips on adding volume, see here.

• Deep Conditioning: Use a deep conditioning treatment once a week to replenish moisture and repair damage caused by hormonal changes. Our Deep Hydration Hair Mask will be your new best friend for hydrated and bouncy curls.

• Pre-poo Treatment (Pre-shampoo): If your hair tends to get tangled after shampooing, try applying Conditioner, the Hair Mask, or Hair Oil before washing to soften and protect your curls. It’s also great for detangling! See more on pre-poo treatments here.

• Protective Styles: Keep your curls protected in loose hairstyles to prevent excessive shedding or breakage. Loose buns, plaits, and pineapples are all great styles to try, and our silk scrunchies are so soft and gentle on your hair. Another fab hair accessory to have to hand is a large claw clip to put up your hair - perfect for when you're on the go!

• Patience: We understand that this might be the hardest one of all, but it's good to keep in mind that postpartum hair changes are temporary. With the right care and a little patience, your curls will bounce back over time.

All Only Curls products are specially formulated with hydrating ingredients that work wonders for curly hair. Whether you’re experiencing hair thinning, texture changes, or dryness, here’s how Only Curls products can support your postpartum hair journey.

Postpartum hair often suffers from dryness and frizz, making hydration a top priority. Our All Curl Cleanser is a gentle sulfate-free formula that cleanses without stripping the hair of its natural oils. The gentle curl-friendly ingredients provide essential moisture, while also nourishing the scalp—a critical step for hair regrowth post-baby.

The Curl Cleanser helps retain hydration, making your curls feel softer and more defined after every wash.

The All Curl Conditioner is the next step in reviving postpartum curls. Packed with ultra-hydrating ingredients, this Conditioner nourishes each strand, helping to combat the dryness that often comes with postpartum hair changes.

Our Curl Conditioner works wonders for detangling, reducing breakage, and leaving curls more manageable and shiny.

Hydrating curls during postpartum can feel like an uphill battle, especially if your curl pattern has changed. Our Hydrating Curl Creme is designed to give curls back their softness and bounce. Formulated with Shea Butter, this lightweight creme provides long-lasting moisture, which is essential for postpartum curls without weighing them down.

Apply the Hydrating Creme to soaking wet hair to enhance your natural curl pattern and keep frizz under control throughout the day.

Postpartum hair can be more prone to frizz and loss of definition. To maintain curl definition throughout the day, seal in your curls with the Enhancing Curl Gel. This lightweight gel provides a flexible hold while keeping curls soft and touchable.

Our lightweight Enhancing Gel contains natural oils like Aloe Vera and Avocado Oil, helping to lock in hydration and smooth any flyaways or frizz that may occur.

You’re a new mum and you’re doing great! Postpartum hair changes can be challenging, but with the right products, you can regain your curl confidence. Only Curls is designed specifically to nourish and define all curl types, providing the hydration and care needed to combat postpartum issues like dryness, frizz, and texture changes.

If you're in need of some "Me Time" but aren't sure which products are right for you, try our Starter Bundle to nourish your curls. It has everything you need for the best results!