Morning refresh in 60 seconds — just water, aloe vera gel or leave-in, and a good scrunch.
Because let’s be honest… second-day curls can be a whole struggle.
My Honest Second-Day Struggle
I’ll be real with you — I hate sleeping in bonnets. Every time I try, I end up pulling it off in the middle of the night like it’s out to get me 😂
So most mornings, my curls look… let’s say “lived in.”
But what has saved me is my satin pillowcase. It’s way gentler on my hair, so even without a bonnet, I wake up with way less frizz and dryness. Still, the curls need a little help to bounce back.
My 60-Second Morning Refresh
Here’s what I do literally every morning — especially when I’m rushing out the door:
- Spritz water all over your curls — not soaking, just enough to wake them up.
- Add a bit of your favorite leave-in conditioner (I use mine with my travel spray bottle — link below).
- Scrunch, scrunch, scrunch!
Let the curls come back to life on their own — no brushing, no drama.
It’s that easy. Some days I even diffuse for a minute if I want more volume, but usually, air-drying does the trick.
Little Extras That Help
- Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase — no more rough cotton stealing your moisture.
- If your roots get flat, flip your head upside down and shake gently before scrunching.
- Add a few drops of lightweight oil to your ends if they look dry.
This combo keeps my curls bouncy, shiny, and fresh without having to re-wash every morning.
Tip: Keep your mini spray with aloe vera or leave-in and a scrunch towel together in a cute basket or pouch — it makes your morning refresh feel like a self-care moment instead of a chore 🌸
Your turn — how do you refresh your curls in the morning?
Drop your favorite quick fix in the comments or share it on Pinterest and tag Blooming with Mae so I can see your routine 💧
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
