How to Do a Twist-Out for Defined Curls

Apply leave-in conditioner to damp hair, twist small sections away from your face, sleep in the twists, then gently separate them in the morning.

1. Start with damp, not wet hair. Hair should be 70% dry after washing. Too wet and it won't dry properly overnight. Too dry and the curls won't form.
2. Apply leave-in conditioner and curl cream. Work product through each section before twisting. The key is even distribution—uneven product means uneven curls.
3. Twist small sections away from your face. Take 1-2 inch sections and twist tightly from root to tip. Smaller sections create tighter curls, larger sections give looser waves.
4. Sleep with a silk scarf or pillowcase. Cotton pillowcases create friction that causes frizz. Silk keeps the twists smooth and intact while you sleep.
5. Untwist gently and separate. Don't rush this part. Untwist each section carefully, then gently separate the curl with your fingers for volume.