Chic Shine: Kim Kardashian’s Simple Secrets to Perfect Curls

Perfectly smooth and shining long strands are the visiting card of the American TV star. In honor of Kim Kardashian's birthday, the editors of inform.com.de learned the simple secrets of caring for the star's curls, which every girl can adopt.

Kim Kardashian is not only a style icon for millennials, but also an authority on many beauty issues. The star does not hide the fact that in the name of beauty she allows herself the latest procedures from the best masters, but despite this, she is convinced that a single visit to the master will not magically fill her curls with luxurious radiance. The secret of her perfect appearance is in the constant work on herself, consisting of simple daily procedures and means available to everyone.

Today, Kim Kardashian turns 41, and she admits on camera that she has been adhering to these secrets of caring for curls for more than a dozen years. Therefore, the editors of inform.com.de are convinced that they will suit you too!

Secret number 1 – rice water

Almost all the Kardashian sisters use this tool and assure that it was it that became “the key to thick, shiny and strong hair", as well as “long curls without split ends”.

Rice water contains many amino acids and vitamins, antioxidants, ascorbic acid, which have a great effect on hair roots, strengthening them and stimulating growth. In addition, with rice water, hair receives protection from the damaging effects of UV rays, temperature changes, humidity, and this prevents brittleness and creates the very expensive shine on curls.

To make rice water at home, Kardashian suggests rinsing raw rice grains and then soaking them in water. Then strain the rice and massage water onto the scalp after washing and leave for a few minutes. After that, rinse your scalp with warm water.

Secret number 2 – sulfate-free products

Opinions about sulfates in shampoos vary widely. Some hairdressers demonize these ingredients, making them the culprits for everything from dandruff and irritation to cancer. Other experts argue that without surfactants (sulfates) it is simply impossible to clean the hair and scalp with high quality, so they are indispensable in a beauty routine. Star hair stylist Chris Appleton, who works with almost all Hollywood stars, says that the truth lies somewhere in between: on the one hand, heavy silicones really clean curls and scalp, but on the other hand, they can weigh down hair, deprive them of shine and natural volume. Luckily, there are great alternatives today that are just as effective at cleansing, but without the side effects.

Chris Appleton admitted in an interview that his client Kim Kardashian uses only sulfate-free shampoos and conditioners (which is why we often forget to check them for surfactants, studying only the composition of washing products). But the star chooses products with natural cleansing ingredients. The hair stylist calls such a trifle one of the guarantees of voluminous and radiant curls.

Secret number 3 – cold water

We hear this principle of hair care everywhere. And Kim Kardashian claims that it really works. The star says that she is used to completing the bathing ritual with a rinse with cold water (but not ice, it can irritate the scalp), after which her curls respond to this simple step with radiance and strength, and supporters admire her appearance even more.

Rinsing with cold water tightens the cuticle, closes the hair scales and rinses the curls much better, removes the remnants of the balm, conditioner and masks, which can weigh down the hair and deprive them of volume. Experts also argue that the water temperature below 40 degrees allows you to keep the rich shade of dyed hair longer and, as a result, less likely to do a traumatic procedure for the hair.

Secret number 4 – natural bristle comb

Kim Kardashian contains another simple beauty secret in her arsenal: the star uses hair brushes exclusively from natural bristles. At first glance, the advice is very banal, but experts say that the material from which the comb is made greatly affects the condition of the curls. Firstly, teeth made of natural material serve as an excellent massager for the skin: they improve blood circulation and help hair grow better and skin renew itself faster. Secondly, a natural bristle comb “discharges” curls, that is, removes static electricity, so that the hair is less tangled, not fluffy and acquires a natural shine.

Another obvious plus of natural bristle combs: it distributes sebum as evenly as possible along the entire length of the hair, protects the hair from harmful effects during the day, and eliminates dry ends and oily roots. This, in turn, allows you to wash your hair less often.

Secret number 5 – moisturizing masks

Every girl has and uses hair masks. But not everyone does it regularly and correctly. Hair stylist Chris Appleton says that in order for hair masks to have the best effect, you should not apply them in the shower. A product applied to wet hair and, even worse, under a stream of water does not effectively penetrate the hair structure and will never bring a good effect. Masks should be applied to towel-dried hair, distributed along the entire length of the hair and combed with a comb with sparsely spaced teeth. In order to get the maximum benefit from the mask, you can wrap your head with a hot towel for at least 10 minutes.

“Masks are better at keeping moisture inside the curls. And when hair is dry, it can become dull, brittle, and unattractive. Masks are the best option to saturate the hair with moisture,” says Chris Appleton.