Have you heard about plopping? If TikTok is any indication, it’s the most popular way of drying your hair to get perfect curls and waves every time. Want to try it for yourself? Grab a t-shirt and your favourite styling product and follow this simple guide!
Plopping (you know, like plopping something down) is a way of drying your hair by gathering it on top of your head after you wash it, then wrapping it in a cotton t-shirt. This elevated position prevents water and moisturizers from weighing down your hair or crushing its shape. As a result, once your hair is dry, your curls are more highly defined, lighter and fluffier.
Bonus: since the technique doesn’t use heat, your hair is less likely to become dried out, causing frizz and split ends. Plus, if you used a little too much styling formula, the excess will be absorbed while your hair dries.
Why use a t-shirt instead of a towel? The secret is in the fibres! Generally smaller and softer, the fibres in a t-shirt are less likely to separate your curls. But feel free to use a microfibre towel or other cotton clothes if you prefer (socks, tank top, soft pants ... it's up to you!).
Drying time may vary depending how curly you want your hair. Some people prefer to wait around 20 minutes, while others like to spend the whole night with their t-shirts on their heads.
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