I get ringlets when I first wash it, which are kind of cool. Then if I brush it later, they turn into waves and frizz. I've been struggling with it all my life, how to control it and have it look smooth, like my sisters who all have straight, silky hair. Now I feel OK about it. I guess we all go through this with our hair, wishing it was different, etc. Finding a good gel to control curls and frizz can help a lot.... I try different brands and can't say I've found the perfect one, and I usually go for bargains. I used to get one from Australia with papaya in it and a picture of a koala on the tube, but haven't seen that one for awhile! It was a good one, and not expensive.