7 Things You’ll Wish You Knew at the Start of Your Curl Journey

Real tips from curlies who’ve been there...

Starting your curly hair journey is exciting, but also a little confusing. From learning about your curl type to figuring out the right wash day routine, it can feel like a full-time job just to understand your hair.

If you’re wondering where to start or feeling stuck in the process, you’re not alone. We asked our MoonstoneSeven community to share:

What’s one thing you wish you knew when you first started your curl journey?

Whether you have wavy hair, curly hair, or coily textures, these tips are packed with real-life curly hair wisdom—straight from people who’ve walked the same path.

Let’s be honest, starting your curl journey can be exciting, empowering... and completely overwhelming.

From decoding your curl type to figuring out what “squish to condish” even means, there’s a lot to take in. And while trial and error is part of the process, sometimes you just wish someone would hand you the cheat sheet

Real Talk from Real Curlies

1. "That a cast is needed to set curls, that will hold their shape."
       – @emb7825

2. "Patience is a virtue"
       – @sassyladyaz

3. "Your curl type doesn't matter as much as you think it does."
       – @amen.zel

4. "Tools over products."
       – @rhonapiranha

5. "Washing everyday is actually horrible."
       – @ru_grad2007

6. "Over conditioning is a real thing."
       – @chibi.jini

7. "Take my time and use lots of water."
       – @phoebe.hocking

Let This Be Your Sign

Everyone’s curl journey is different, but you're not alone in it. Whether you're just starting or still figuring it all out years later, your curls are always worth the care.

And if you’re looking for tools that actually make the process easier? We got you.

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From wash day to refresh, MoonstoneSeven is here for every twist, coil, and wave along the way.