u/Massive-Rutabaga-327

I’m new to curly/wavy hair care and wanted advice before changing my routine or haircut.

I’m a boy, and I was thinking about getting a curly/textured low taper fade. My face shape is oval, leaning slightly oblong, and my hair is naturally wavy in the morning before I shower. Sometimes parts curl up a bit when it’s messy or after sleeping.

Right now I’m considering this routine:

• Shampoo every 2–3 days (native)
• Damp hair after showering
• Small amount of curl cream (pete and pedro)
• Scrunch upward
• Optional sea salt spray for texture/volume (bumble and bumble)
• Small amount of mousse if needed (Garnier Fructis)
• Air dry

A few questions:

Should I not switch to curly? (I really want to switch)

Is there anything I should change?

What shampoo + conditioner should I use?

I’m completely new to this, so detailed advice would really help. Thanks!