Sharley Viola

Textured Hair Specialist with a vast amount of experience delivering education both nationally and internationally. A self-confessed product junkie committed to spreading her wealth of knowledge amongst the curly hair community and beyond.

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What is Clarifying Shampoo ?
What is Clarifying Shampoo ?
Clarifying shampoo is a type of shampoo which cleanses the hair to help remove any build up at the scalp and help promote a healthy envir...
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What Causes Excessive Hair Shedding?
What Causes Excessive Hair Shedding?
It's perfectly normal to shed hair daily; we all notice it, whether it's in our hair brush, on the floor, or clogging the drain in the sh...
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How Often Should You Wash Your Hair?
How Often Should You Wash Your Hair?
Is washing your hair every day bad? What about just once a month? Everything depends on your hair type and lifestyle!
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The Ultimate Guide to Wavy Hair
The Ultimate Guide to Wavy Hair
Wavy hair is the loosest of the curl types. It is often treated just like straight hair that misbehaves, but we're here to change this! 
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Ultimate Guide to Curly Hair
Ultimate Guide to Curly Hair
Curly hair is the most variable of the curl types. It is particularly prone to frizz but can be defined following a few tips and tricks.
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how to care for coily hair type
The Ultimate Guide to Coily Hair
Coily hair is the tightest of the curl types. It can come in very tight coils, a z-shaped pattern or a mixture of the two.
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identity your hair porosity to find what products your curls need
How to Identify Your Hair Porosity
Hair porosity is the hair’s ability to absorb & hold water. We guide you through the 3 main types & explain how you can test &...
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Protein Moisture Balance 101
Protein Moisture Balance 101
Your protein moisture balance can have a big impact on how your hair behaves. Ensuring yours is in check will help you achieve your hair ...
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Vegan Haircare
Vegan Haircare
Curlsmith is a vegan haircare brand that offers 100% vegan products throughout all recipes in the range. All products consist of curl-lov...
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Ingredient Transparency with Clearforme
Ingredient Transparency with Clearforme
Curlsmith was born from a curly community to create premium products with clean recipes to serve the needs of all curls. We only include...
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5 Ways Tea Tree Oil Benefits Your Hair
5 Ways Tea Tree Oil Benefits Your Hair
Tea tree oil provides vital moisture, cleanses the scalp & promotes hair growth. Learn how to make the most of this natural oil &...
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Rice Water for Hair: Benefits & How to Use
Rice Water for Hair: Benefits & How to Use
Rice water for hair boasts benefits. Discover whether it’s right for your hair type & how it could help you achieve your hair goals...
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Which Vitamins are Good for Hair?
Which Vitamins are Good for Hair?
Vitamins are essential for healthy hair. Discover which vitamins you need to achieve gorgeous locks & how you can easily incorporate ...
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Should You Change to Sulfate Free Shampoo?
Should You Change to Sulfate Free Shampoo?
In order to have healthy locks, you must care for your hair correctly. Discover the benefits you could have by going sulfate free.
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Is Coconut Oil Good for Your Hair?
Is Coconut Oil Good for Your Hair?
Considered a wonder ingredient, see why coconut oil is so good for your hair. From tackling dryness & breakage to adding shine. Explo...
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Curlsmith Rocks Coachella
Curlsmith Rocks Coachella
Curlsmith kicked off festival season with braids and waves at Coachella, taking over the Geojam Mansion Pool Party, in collaboration with...
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6 Years of Curlsmith
6 Years of Curlsmith
Happy 6th Birthday to Curlsmith! We are so excited to be celebrating this special occasion with you. Caring for curly hair shouldn't be ...
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The Curlsmith Story
The Curlsmith Story
Discover where our award-winning curly hair brand started, and why it's loved by thousands of curlies all across the world.
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