Many women with tightly curly hair use excessive styling tools and methods to make their hair more manageable. The use of curling irons, straightening irons and blow dryers are extremely damaging to your 3C hair type and will inhibit healthy hair growth. This may be the most vital step in getting your hair healthy- quit using heat! Tightly curly hair is naturally more porous and dryer than straight hair, it does not take a lot of manipulation to damage your hair. The best way to care for curly hair is to leave it alone! For tips on styling your curly hair without the use of heat, do some research online, and also look for tips on wearing your hair in protective styles.