Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Learn how to bring out your curls’ full potential with the right styling techniques in this video from my Beginner Curl Series. I walk through a full curly hair routine, including curl styling levels and diffusing techniques to help your curls last longer.
🚨 Join the Spring Curl Coaching Program before enrollment closes after March 15: genamarie.co/curl-coaching
🎥 Beginner Curl Series: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcFghU1dAGroW2kJ5kD300a2X-QZ0FudP
🎥 How to Section for Beginners: youtube.com/watch?v=hZQ5sNJnzAU&list=PLcFghU1dAGrq5QdJZqxWxuZc7uoqBRK3y&index=28&t=598s&pp=iAQBsAgC
Summary on the blog: genamarie.co/2026/03/how-to-make-your-hair-look-its-curliest-without-forcing-it
➜PRODUCT LINKS
• Curlsmith Miracle Shield Heat Protection Spray, 10% off with code GENA: tidd.ly/3BfRzdn
Amazon: amzlink.to/az0zYDYarGivf
Ulta: howl.link/zx2q7483p5rpm
• Bounce Curl Volume Root Clips, 10% off with code GENAMARIE: glnk.io/x26q/genamarieco53q
• Tangle Teezer Naturally Curly Brush
Amazon: amzlink.to/az033gxXxkLfe
Ulta: howl.me/ckulsmeTcNg
• Bounce Curl Volume EdgeLift Brush: glnk.io/x26q/genamarieco2tq
Amazon: amzlink.to/az0jjfbwpATKB
• Hair Repear Towel, Un-dyed: amzlink.to/az06iCyN0fUQi
• Bouclème Flairosol Mist Spray Bottle, 15% off with code GENA15: https://collabs.shop/y3cj1c
• AG Liquid Effects Medium Hold Weightless Styling Gel, 20% off with code GENA20: agcare.sjv.io/xkQBev
Amazon: amzlink.to/az0MfXhZbJG3H
• Curlsmith Defrizzion + XXL Diffuser, 10% off with code GENA: bit.ly/44L6LfS
Amazon: amzlink.to/az0NE8TZ1YzCi
Ulta: howl.me/ckueKkskohE
➜TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
1:11 Step 1: Prep
3:08 Step 2: Apply gel with hold
3:51 Step 3: The Curl Styling Ladder
4:04 Level 1: Minimal manipulation styling
7:07 Level 2: Light manipulation styling
9:05 Level 3: Medium manipulation styling
12:32 Level 4: Maximum manipulation styling
16:41 Step 4: Microplop (optional)
17:30 Step 5: Diffuse using techniques fit for your desired result
17:56 Level 1: Minimal manipulation diffusing
19:04 Level 2: Light manipulation diffusing
19:57 Level 3: Maximum manipulation diffusing
21:39 Step 6: Scrunch out the cast + final results
22:56 Day 2 results, no refresh
23:29 Still stuck?
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📆 CURL COACHING MEMBERSHIP: genamarie.co/curl-coaching
📝 HAIR TYPE QUIZ: genamarie.co/hair-type-quiz
📥 DIGITAL RESOURCES: genamarie.co/digital-resources
🗓 CURLY HAIR TRACKER & PLANNER: genamarie.co/product/curly-hair-tracker-planner
➜FOLLOW
• BLOG: genamarie.co
• EMAIL (business inquiries): info@genamarie.co
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• THREADS: threads.net/@genamarie.co
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• PINTEREST: pinterest.com/GenaMarieCo
➜HAIR TYPE
• 3A-3B curls
• High porosity
• Medium to coarse texture
• Low density
➜SHOP MY PRODUCTS:
genamarie.co/shop
amazon.com/shop/genam
➜MY DISCOUNT CODES
★STRANDPRINT 5% off with code GENA: strandprint.com
★UMBERTO GIANNINI 20% off with code GENAMARIECO: us.umbertogiannini.com/GENAMARIECO
★TOOTILAB 15% off with code GENAMARIE: tootilab.com/GENAMARIE
★ INNERSENSE 15% off first order with code GENA15: innersenseorganicbeauty.pxf.io/bkj9nx
★ OUIDAD 25% off with code GENAMARIE: bit.ly/GMOuidad
★ AG HAIR 20% off with code GENA20: agcare.sjv.io/eKgoyZ
★ BOUCLÈME 15% off with code GENA15: boucleme.us/GENA15
★ BOUNCE CURL 10% off with code GENAMARIE: glnk.io/x26q/genamarieco
★ JESSICURL 10% off with code GENAMARIE: shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=680741&m=137946&b=2278196
★ MINHA BEAUTY 10% off with code GENAMARIE: minhabeauty.com/?ref=GENAMARIE
★ CURLFRIEND COLLECTIVE 10% off through link: bit.ly/CurlfriendCollective
★ KITSCH 15% off with code GENA15: bit.ly/KitschGena15
★ HOT HEAD THERMAL HAIRCARE 10% off with code GENAMARIE: bit.ly/ThermalHaircareGM
★ CURLS MONTHLY $5 off: curlsmonthly.com/?ref=GENAMARIE
★ DIME BEAUTY SKINCARE 20% off with code GenaM20: bit.ly/DimeBeautyGM
FTC DISCLAIMER: This is not a sponsored video. Products are gifted. Links are affiliate links, which means I earn a small percentage when you order through my links. This does not impact the price you pay and is a way to support my channel in exchange for helping you discover the product.
Learn how to bring out your curls’ full potential with the right styling techniques in this video from my Beginner Curl Series. I walk through a full curly hair routine, including curl styling levels and diffusing techniques to help your curls last longer.
🚨 Join the Spring Curl Coaching Program before enrollment closes after March 15: genamarie.co/curl-coaching
🎥 Beginner Curl Series: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcFghU1dAGroW2kJ5kD300a2X-QZ0FudP
🎥 How to Section for Beginners: youtube.com/watch?v=hZQ5sNJnzAU&list=PLcFghU1dAGrq5QdJZqxWxuZc7uoqBRK3y&index=28&t=598s&pp=iAQBsAgC
Summary on the blog: genamarie.co/2026/03/how-to-make-your-hair-look-its-curliest-without-forcing-it
➜PRODUCT LINKS
• Curlsmith Miracle Shield Heat Protection Spray, 10% off with code GENA: tidd.ly/3BfRzdn
Amazon: amzlink.to/az0zYDYarGivf
Ulta: howl.link/zx2q7483p5rpm
• Bounce Curl Volume Root Clips, 10% off with code GENAMARIE: glnk.io/x26q/genamarieco53q
• Tangle Teezer Naturally Curly Brush
Amazon: amzlink.to/az033gxXxkLfe
Ulta: howl.me/ckulsmeTcNg
• Bounce Curl Volume EdgeLift Brush: glnk.io/x26q/genamarieco2tq
Amazon: amzlink.to/az0jjfbwpATKB
• Hair Repear Towel, Un-dyed: amzlink.to/az06iCyN0fUQi
• Bouclème Flairosol Mist Spray Bottle, 15% off with code GENA15: https://collabs.shop/y3cj1c
• AG Liquid Effects Medium Hold Weightless Styling Gel, 20% off with code GENA20: agcare.sjv.io/xkQBev
Amazon: amzlink.to/az0MfXhZbJG3H
• Curlsmith Defrizzion + XXL Diffuser, 10% off with code GENA: bit.ly/44L6LfS
Amazon: amzlink.to/az0NE8TZ1YzCi
Ulta: howl.me/ckueKkskohE
➜TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
1:11 Step 1: Prep
3:08 Step 2: Apply gel with hold
3:51 Step 3: The Curl Styling Ladder
4:04 Level 1: Minimal manipulation styling
7:07 Level 2: Light manipulation styling
9:05 Level 3: Medium manipulation styling
12:32 Level 4: Maximum manipulation styling
16:41 Step 4: Microplop (optional)
17:30 Step 5: Diffuse using techniques fit for your desired result
17:56 Level 1: Minimal manipulation diffusing
19:04 Level 2: Light manipulation diffusing
19:57 Level 3: Maximum manipulation diffusing
21:39 Step 6: Scrunch out the cast + final results
22:56 Day 2 results, no refresh
23:29 Still stuck?
New videos every Sunday, so please subscribe so you don't miss a new video! youtube.com/genamarie?sub_confirmation=1
💌 Subscribe to my blog via email and receive a Free Wash Day Calendar & Guide! https://genamarie.ck.page/d45316eaa1
Emails are sent 1x per week and include a copy of my latest blog post.
📆 CURL COACHING MEMBERSHIP: genamarie.co/curl-coaching
📝 HAIR TYPE QUIZ: genamarie.co/hair-type-quiz
📥 DIGITAL RESOURCES: genamarie.co/digital-resources
🗓 CURLY HAIR TRACKER & PLANNER: genamarie.co/product/curly-hair-tracker-planner
➜FOLLOW
• BLOG: genamarie.co
• EMAIL (business inquiries): info@genamarie.co
• INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/GenaMarie.co
• THREADS: threads.net/@genamarie.co
• FACEBOOK: facebook.com/GenaMarie.co
• PINTEREST: pinterest.com/GenaMarieCo
➜HAIR TYPE
• 3A-3B curls
• High porosity
• Medium to coarse texture
• Low density
➜SHOP MY PRODUCTS:
genamarie.co/shop
amazon.com/shop/genam
➜MY DISCOUNT CODES
★STRANDPRINT 5% off with code GENA: strandprint.com
★UMBERTO GIANNINI 20% off with code GENAMARIECO: us.umbertogiannini.com/GENAMARIECO
★TOOTILAB 15% off with code GENAMARIE: tootilab.com/GENAMARIE
★ INNERSENSE 15% off first order with code GENA15: innersenseorganicbeauty.pxf.io/bkj9nx
★ OUIDAD 25% off with code GENAMARIE: bit.ly/GMOuidad
★ AG HAIR 20% off with code GENA20: agcare.sjv.io/eKgoyZ
★ BOUCLÈME 15% off with code GENA15: boucleme.us/GENA15
★ BOUNCE CURL 10% off with code GENAMARIE: glnk.io/x26q/genamarieco
★ JESSICURL 10% off with code GENAMARIE: shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=680741&m=137946&b=2278196
★ MINHA BEAUTY 10% off with code GENAMARIE: minhabeauty.com/?ref=GENAMARIE
★ CURLFRIEND COLLECTIVE 10% off through link: bit.ly/CurlfriendCollective
★ KITSCH 15% off with code GENA15: bit.ly/KitschGena15
★ HOT HEAD THERMAL HAIRCARE 10% off with code GENAMARIE: bit.ly/ThermalHaircareGM
★ CURLS MONTHLY $5 off: curlsmonthly.com/?ref=GENAMARIE
★ DIME BEAUTY SKINCARE 20% off with code GenaM20: bit.ly/DimeBeautyGM
FTC DISCLAIMER: This is not a sponsored video. Products are gifted. Links are affiliate links, which means I earn a small percentage when you order through my links. This does not impact the price you pay and is a way to support my channel in exchange for helping you discover the product.
