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Why do we chop?
New (school) year, new hair! Sometimes it feels so good to just get rid of a bunch of hair and start fresh. People cut their hair off for all sorts of reasons. For Amy it was about starting a new school year. For some people it’s about a beginning or an ending. For some it’s about wanting things to be easier for a while. For some it’s about letting go of old energy. What’s the best (or worst) reason you ever cut off a bunch of hair. Tell me yours in the comments and I’ll tell
nicholelcsw
Aug 241 min read


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One of the most common questions I hear: “Why doesn’t my hair do what it used to?” As we age, many women notice: • more dryness • more frizz • less definition • changes in curl pattern • changes in volume. The good news? Your curls aren’t failing. They’re evolving. Understanding what your hair needs today is often more important than trying to recreate what worked 20 years ago. Have your curls changed over the years? Tell me what’s different. #MidlifeCurls #CurlyHairAfter50 #
nicholelcsw
Aug 71 min read


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Your curls are unique. Your care should be too. Whether you’re embracing natural texture for the first time or trying to understand why your curls have changed, we’re here to help. Specialized curl care can make all the difference. Ready for a fresh approach? Check our website to get started. Cleancurly.com
nicholelcsw
Jul 301 min read
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What nobody told me about curly hair after 40: - It may need more moisture. - It may need new products. - It may behave differently than it used to. But here’s what nobody really talks about: Your curls aren’t failing. They’re evolving. And you’re not alone! What’s something you wish someone had told you sooner about your hair?
nicholelcsw
Jul 211 min read
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Hi, I’m Nichole! 👋🏻 Owner of Clean & Curly. I help people understand, embrace, and care for their curls through every stage of life. I’m passionate about curl education because confidence starts with understanding your hair. Whether you’re learning to love your natural texture or trying to figure out why your curls are changing, you’re in the right place. Every curl has a story. I’d love to be part of yours!
nicholelcsw
Jul 161 min read
Gentle blending
At @saloncleancurly , it’s not always just about curly cuts and styling. Sometimes we’re here to bring creative color solutions to the table. So what do you do when you have old color that has grown out and faded, you want it to feel brighter and refreshed, you want to blend through a prominent grey streak in the front, but you don’t want to commit to a single process color and having to have it retouched every four weeks? Well for this client an all over lowlight was the ans
nicholelcsw
Jun 291 min read
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Sometimes you just need a little shaping while your hair is growing out 😻 Have you ever taken the BOLD step to chop off all of your hair to get rid of an old relaxer? Well this gorgeous client did and she looks amazing! Getting frequent trims while growing out your hair doesn’t necessarily make it take longer. It does however keep your hair healthy and in the right shape while it’s growing, so that you can feel great about it and enjoy every phase of the grow out. If you n
nicholelcsw
Jun 161 min read
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Ever wondered what a curly cut appointment actually looks like from start to finish? This is Amelie’s third time in our chair — and every visit looks a little different, because curly hair isn’t static. It grows, it changes, you change. This time she was ready to chop, and we were here for it. We always start with a real conversation. What’s going on with your curls, what’s working in your routine, what isn’t. Even with clients who really know their hair, there’s always somet
nicholelcsw
Jun 162 min read
We’re moving!
We have some exciting news to share with you - Clean & Curly is moving! While we don't have an exact date just yet, we're aiming for...
nicholelcsw
Sep 23, 20241 min read
Diffusing Is Not The Same As Blow Drying
Blow drying can damage curls.the indirect hat of diffusing is gentle ad not damaging.
nicholelcsw
Nov 4, 20232 min read
Why did my curls change?
Why Did My Curls Change? Understanding the Curious Curly Journey Curls have a mind of their own, and if you're a curly-haired individual,...
nicholelcsw
Nov 1, 20232 min read
Getting volume and definition in curly hair.
If you have curly hair, you know that achieving the perfect balance of volume and definition can be a bit like a magic trick. But with...
nicholelcsw
Sep 22, 20232 min read


Being a Curl Specialist
Title: Embracing Curls: Serving Clients of All Curl Types with Passion Hello, curl enthusiasts! I'm thrilled to share my journey as a...
nicholelcsw
Sep 20, 20232 min read
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