Sleeping with curly hair is like a science experiment; it takes forethought and planning, special materials, and precision execution. Everything must come together in a perfect sequence of events for the outcome to be successful.

How do I know so much about this subject? Because I’ve been sleeping with curly hair since I was one minute old. Yes, you read that right; I was born with a curly mop of dark brown curls that have been my joy (and nemesis) ever since the day of my birth.

Sleeping With Curly Hair: Some Thumb Rules You Should Follow

Sleeping with long curly hair is a lot more challenging than sleeping with short curly hair, but I’ve learned some great tricks over the years. Because of my personal experience, I consider myself a pro when it comes to knowing how to keep curls looking great overnight. And now I’m going to share some of my secrets with you!

First, here are some basic principles to protect your curly hair overnight, regardless of whether it’s long or short.

• Always use a silk or satin pillowcase or a silk or satin bonnet while sleeping.
• Protecting your curls overnight isn’t just for aesthetics. It also keeps your strands free of breakage and split ends that form as your head moves around the pillow while you sleep.
• When using a sleeping cap, moisturize your hair with a nourishing cream or oil that can penetrate the cortex overnight.

How to Sleep with Short Curly Hair

If you’ve taken my advice to use a silk or satin cap when you sleep, you’re already well on the way to protecting your short curls.

Ensure the bonnet isn’t too tight; it won’t do you any good if you throw it off in the middle of your sleep. It also shouldn’t be so loose that it falls off as you toss and turn. If sleeping with something on your head is too uncomfortable, try using a satin or silk pillowcase instead.