Michaela Madrigal

I spent years straightening my hair, convinced it was easier than embracing my natural curls. Looking back, I never imagined I’d be here helping thousands of people love theirs too. 💛 Every trim, every wash day, and every bit of patience was worth it.

What’s one thing you’ve learned on your curly hair journey? Tell me below! 👇

POV: You’ve been watching me fluff my curls for 30 seconds… and I’m still not convinced they’re camera-ready. 😂 Curly girls know the fluffing never really ends. Tell me I’m not the only one!

✨ How long do you fluff your curls before filming or heading out?

POV: Your daughter has curly hair and needs it out of her face. 😂🎀

This quick updo keeps her comfortable, cute, and ready to play all day. Sometimes simple is exactly what curly hair needs!

💕 Save this for your next rushed morning.

👇 Tag a curly-haired mama who’d love this style.

33 and still having fun getting dressed 🤍 Sharing outfits that make me feel put together without trying too hard. Which look is your favorite? 👇

If you’re looking for outfit details, you’ll know where I keep everything together. 😉✨

Beach curls start with what you pack 🌊☀️ These are the curly hair essentials that are coming with me to keep my curls happy through saltwater, sun, and humidity. Best yet, they’re all from Curls Monthly | Curly Hair Subscription Box What’s one product you never travel without?

👇 Tell me your must-pack curly hair product in the comments!

Lately I’ve been choosing to air-dry my curls because life has been busy, and this routine has made it so easy. 🤍 Soft, defined curls with minimal effort? I’m obsessed! Have you tried air-drying your curls, or are you team diffuser? Tell me below! 👇 Odele

Everyone says “curl training isn’t real…” 👀

Okay… then explain this. 🤷🏻‍♀️

The first clip is my hair in 2022. The second is my hair in 2026. Same head of hair—just years of learning what my curls actually needed.

No, I don’t think your curl pattern magically changes overnight. But healthy habits, consistent care, less heat, the right products, and technique can absolutely help your curls reach their full potential.

Call it curl training, curl recovery, or just consistency… whatever you want to call it, the difference speaks for itself. 👩🏽‍🦱✨

Do you believe curl training is real, or do you think it’s a myth? Tell me why in the comments! 👇

Just two curlies trying to figure out who’s got the better curl pattern. 🤭✨

You can really see my curl pattern here. 👀 The top half of my hair is mostly 3A curls, while the bottom half is more 2C waves. Same routine, same products… just two totally different textures on one head! 😅 Learning how to style both has been part of my curly hair journey. Does anyone else have multiple curl patterns?

💬 Tell me your curl type (or mix of curl types) in the comments!