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    The Celebrity Guide to Curls

    Pouf—they're everywhere now!

    By Lauren Valenti
    Published 30 December 2016 In Features

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    From loose waves to tight coils, there are more celebrity curly hairstyles to admire than ever before. And whether you like to let your natural texture run wild, or get creative with a small barrel curling iron, here's all the inspo you need.

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    Loose Waves

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    Loose Waves

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    Loose Waves

    As seen on Vanessa Hudgens.

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    Loose Waves

    As seen on Halsey.

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    Spiral Curls

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    Spiral Curls

    As seen on Zendaya.

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    Spiral Curls

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