How to Pineapple Curly Hair
The idea is to loosely pull your curls away from your neck and face to prevent unwanted tangles and frizz while you sleep.
What is Hair Pineappling?
The pineapple hair technique is an easy and effective way of protecting curls overnight. When done correctly, hair pineappling creates a beautiful pile of curls on top of your head that resembles — you guessed it — a pineapple!
5 Benefits of the Pineapple Technique for Curly Hair
- Maintains curl definition and bounce
- Prevent tangles
- Reduces frizz
- Reduces breakage
- Improves the longevity of hairstyles
Does Hair Pineappling Work on all Hair Lengths?
If you have very short hair then pineappling will not work for you. However, wrapping your hair in a scarf while you sleep can prevent breakage.
Supplies for the Pineapple Method
- Silk/satin scrunchie: the top choice for preserving curls
- Length of fabric: the softer the better so it won’t cause frizz or damage
- Bonnet: slip on a silky bonnet for extra overnight protection
01
Moisturize
Moisturize dry or damp hair with Air Dry Butter Cream Leave-in Treatment.
Moisturize dry or damp hair with Air Dry Butter Cream Leave-in Treatment.
02
Flip
Flip your hair forward.
Flip your hair forward.
03
Gather
Gather your hair at the top of your head but do not overtighten the scrunchie. The tension should be as loose as possible.
Gather your hair at the top of your head but do not overtighten the scrunchie. The tension should be as loose as possible.
04
Tie it up
Fix hair with a silk/satin hair tie.
Fix hair with a silk/satin hair tie.
05
Sweet dreams!
PRO TIP: Sleep on a silk/satin pillowcase.
PRO TIP: Sleep on a silk/satin pillowcase.
01
Untie
Remove the scarf or scrunchie, and shake your hair out.
Remove the scarf or scrunchie, and shake your hair out.
02
Spritz!
Wake up your pineapple hair with a spritz of Garnier Curl Refresher Spray.
Wake up your pineapple hair with a spritz of Garnier Curl Refresher Spray.
03
Style
Style as normal.
Style as normal.
How to do a Pineapple Hairstyle
A pineapple bun is a super cute hairstyle on its own as well as a great way to protect curls while doing chores. Simply follow the steps above, only secure the fabric or scrunchie a little tighter. A good rule of thumb for any curly hairstyle, including pineapple hair, is to keep your ringlets hydrated. Also remember to use the right products for your curl type and look for specific treatments that loosen and soften, control scrunch and sculpt. And when it’s time to wash your curly hair, make sure to feed it with the Fructis Curl Nourish system.
Pineapple Hair FAQ
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Can pineappling be done on short hair? Gather as much hair as possible into the scrunchie. If you have locks that are too short to fit into the scrunchie, use a scarf to hold them in place.
If your hair is too short to pull into a hair tie, you can also wrap your hair in a silk scarf before bed. This will keep your hair from getting frizzy while you sleep. -
Does pineappling help hair growth? While it can’t boost hair growth, it can reduce breakage and damage. -
Does pineappling hair cause breakage? No, just make sure you don’t have the scrunchie too tight.
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