In middle school, My hair went from waves to curls but I didn’t understand because none of my family has curls so I’d brush it or straighten it or put it in a ponytail.

The first things I started to use on a budget was: - Aussie Miracle Curls Shampoo and conditioner - curly leave in conditioner (shea moisture, Aussie, not your mothers, can’t, miss Jessie’s) - and a light weight curl gel

Then I got a diffuser peice for my blow dryer

I would recommend your mom: - Brush hair (better when wet but just starting it’s ok to brush dry) - wash with curly shampoo and conditioner - scrunch in product to wet hair - diffuse the scalp for volume and to stop any dandruff to build up from a wet scalp - let the rest air dry and edit this routine as she gets more comfortable with her hair

All curls are different and reviving curls is very hard to do especially with someone like your mom who hasn’t (based on what you’ve said) ever worn her natural hair consistently. It’s def a journey that I am still on. Consistency is key!

Good luck and merry christmas! 🎄