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OKAY HEAR ME OUT! ✋🏾😭 CURLY HAIRED M! READER THREATENING TO STRAIGHTEN HIS HAIR IF MATTHEO DOESNT STOP FIGHTING😕. Like legit mattheo adores the boy’s hair a lot, he literally likes to pull a string and go “boing!” And it’s so satisfying. it’s a funny fluff scene as literally Mattheo chases reader with a cup of water to de-straighten his hair and reader is legit just trying not to laugh while running for his life.

HOLUY FUCK I LOVE THIS SO MUCH HELLO??

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Tangled Promises

Pairings : Mattheo Riddle x M! Reader

Summary : Mattheo Riddle adores your curly hair, finding endless joy in pulling the strands and watching them spring back. However, his frequent fights put a strain on your relationship, and you threaten to straighten your hair if he doesn't stop. Chaos ensues as he chases you around Hogwarts with a cup of water, determined to restore your curls.

A/n : Enjoy (⁠・⁠∀⁠・⁠)

Warnings) : Nothing!

Word count : 1.4k+

Your curly hair had always been a source of fascination for Mattheo Riddle. He would often spend hours playing with your curls, pulling a strand and delighting in the way it bounced back with a satisfying "boing!" sound. It was one of the many quirks that had drawn him to you in the first place. However, his constant fighting was beginning to wear on you.

One evening, after a particularly nasty brawl in the Great Hall, you decided it was time to take drastic measures. Mattheo sat across from you, sporting a fresh bruise on his cheek and a split lip. He smirked at you, unfazed by the damage, but you had had enough.

"That's it, Mattheo. If you don't stop fighting, I'm straightening my hair," you declared, folding your arms defiantly.

Mattheo's eyes widened in horror. "You wouldn't."

"I would," you replied, your voice steady. "I’m serious. I'm tired of seeing you come back hurt all the time. If you can't stop fighting for yourself, maybe you'll stop for my curls."

His eyes widened in genuine horror. “But I love your hair,” he protested, stepping closer and tugging gently at a springy curl. “It goes boing!” He released it, watching with satisfaction as it snapped back into place. The joy in his eyes was unmistakable.

"Watch me," you said, grabbing your wand and heading towards the bathroom.

Mattheo scrambled to his feet, following you closely. "Okay, okay, wait! Let's talk about this," he pleaded, but you were already inside the bathroom, the door shut firmly behind you.

You locked the door and looked at yourself in the mirror. You knew Mattheo loved your hair, and you loved the way he loved it, but this was important. You had to get through to him somehow. With a deep breath, you cast the straightening spell, watching as your curls transformed into sleek, straight locks.

When you emerged from the bathroom, Mattheo's face fell. "No! Your curls..." he muttered, looking genuinely distressed.

"Well, maybe you'll think twice before you get into another fight," you said, trying to keep a straight face, but the look on his face was too much. You almost burst out laughing.

Mattheo, however, was on a mission. He grabbed a cup of water from the bedside table and lunged at you. "I'll just fix it with this!"

You dodged his first attempt, laughing now as you ran across the room. "You're not going to get me that easily!"

He chased you through the corridors of Hogwarts, students watching with amused expressions as Mattheo, with a cup of water in hand, tried to douse your hair. You zigzagged through the hallways, laughing so hard it was difficult to keep running.

"Stop running and let me fix your hair!" Mattheo shouted, a mixture of frustration and amusement in his voice.

"Not until you promise to stop fighting!" you called back, dodging into an empty classroom.

Mattheo followed, cornering you against a wall. "Fine, fine! I promise!" he panted, holding the cup of water threateningly.

"Do you really?" you asked, looking into his eyes.

"I swear it. Just please, let me have my curls back," he said, his voice softening.

With a satisfied grin, you nodded. "Okay, you can fix it."

Mattheo wasted no time, carefully pouring the water over your hair. Instantly, your curls began to spring back, much to his delight. He ran his fingers through your hair, pulling a strand and watching it bounce. "Boing!" he said again, smiling widely.

"See? All better now," you said, still breathless from the chase.

He cupped your face, his eyes serious now. "I really do promise, you know. No more fights. I can't risk losing your curls again."

You smiled, leaning into his touch. "Good. Because I like them too."

With that, he kissed you softly, the tension from earlier melting away. You knew it wouldn't be easy for him to stop fighting altogether, but at least he was willing to try. And if it meant keeping your curls intact, you were more than happy to give him all the motivation he needed.

As you walked back to your common room hand in hand, you couldn't help but feel a surge of affection for Mattheo. He might be stubborn and prone to trouble, but he was also sweet and caring in his own way. And as long as he kept his promise, you were willing to put up with a lot—especially if it meant more moments like this, filled with laughter and love.

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In the following weeks, you noticed a significant change in Mattheo's behavior. He would still get riled up, his temper flaring at the slightest provocation, but he'd catch your eye and remember his promise. More than once, you saw him clench his fists, ready to throw a punch, only to stop, take a deep breath, and walk away. His friends, initially confused, soon understood the reason behind his newfound restraint. They began to tease him, but he took it all in stride, often with a cheeky grin and a glance in your direction.

One afternoon, as you were studying in the library, Mattheo plopped down beside you, his face flushed with excitement. "Guess what?" he whispered, unable to contain his glee.

"What?" you asked, intrigued by his enthusiasm.

"I walked away from a fight today," he said, pride evident in his voice. "Some Slytherin jerk was mouthing off about you, and I almost lost it. But then I thought about your curls, and I just walked away."

You beamed at him, proud of his progress. "That's amazing, Mattheo! I'm really proud of you."

He leaned in, his voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper. "You know, I think I've found a new way to deal with my anger."

"Yeah? What's that?"

"Whenever I feel like hitting someone, I come find you instead," he said, a mischievous glint in his eyes. "Because nothing calms me down like playing with your curls."

You laughed, feeling a warm rush of affection for him. "Well, I'm glad I can help."

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Days turned into weeks, and Mattheo's promise held strong. He still had his moments of frustration, but he managed to channel his energy into more productive outlets. He started training more rigorously in dueling club, focusing his aggression into controlled, skillful combat rather than reckless brawls. His professors began to notice the change, commenting on his improved discipline and control.

One evening, as you sat together in the common room, Mattheo pulled you close, his fingers twirling a strand of your hair. "You know, I never really thanked you."

"For what?" you asked, resting your head on his shoulder.

"For making me a better person," he said softly. "I don't think I would have managed to change without you."

You smiled, touched by his words. "Well, it wasn't just me. You did the hard work. I just gave you a little... motivation."

He chuckled, pressing a kiss to your forehead. "Still, I couldn't have done it without you. And I promise, I'll keep working on it. For you, and for me."

From that day forward, Mattheo continued to make a genuine effort to avoid fights. Every time he seemed on the verge of losing his temper, you’d give him a look, and he’d remember your threat. It wasn’t just about the curls, of course. It was about knowing that someone cared enough to go to such lengths for him.

And every now and then, when he’d pull a curl and watch it spring back with a delighted "boing!", you’d smile, knowing you had found a way to protect both him and your precious curls.

One chilly evening, as you both sat by the fire in the common room, Mattheo reached for your hand, intertwining your fingers with his. "You know," he began, his voice thoughtful, "I used to think that fighting was the only way to show strength. But you've shown me that there's strength in restraint too. And in love."

You squeezed his hand, your heart swelling with affection. "I'm glad you see that now. And I'm proud of you, Mattheo. More than you know."

He smiled, a genuine, heartfelt smile that made your heart skip a beat. "I love you," he said simply.

"I love you too," you replied, leaning in to kiss him gently.

As the fire crackled and the common room filled with the soft murmur of students' conversations, you knew that this was just the beginning. Mattheo had a long road ahead of him, but you were ready to walk it with him, hand in hand. Because in the end, love was the strongest magic of all, capable of transforming even the most stubborn of hearts.

And as long as you had each other, there was nothing you couldn't overcome.

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curly hair 101

hii :))

since "curls" is literally in my username, its only natural that I post about something for the curly girls :D

so why not start with a beginner's guide to curly hair :)

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in this guide

hair types/ curl patterns

wash day routine + products

regular hair care

hair styles + cuts

hair types

soo first of all i think its helpful if you get a gist of what hair type you have, e.g 2c, 3b, 4b etc...

its not mandatory and doesn't really mean anything but like it definitely aids when you're looking for haircair & inspo with hairstyles and haircuts and all that jazz 🤗 [ <- jazz hands :) ]

here's a chart to help you

obviously do some of your own research if you're unsure- this isn't very in-depth and doesn't use irl examples

also keep in mind that you can have multiple, and a wide range of types on one head LOLL like mine ranges from 2C -> 3C 🫣

(PS: this guide will be tailored to type 2 -> 3 hair just because that's what I have experience with and don't want to potentially ruin anyone's type 4 hair 😭 but if aspects of this apply then feel free to apply them 😇)

wash day routine + products

alrighty so i see some overcomplication/people being scared of curly hair washing- like looking at porosity and whatnot but IMO its really not that difficult

the only thing you really need to worry about for the washing aspect is getting moisturising (curly recommended) shampoo & conditioner, just cause if you don't it could dry out your hair and have a pretty dodgy finished product 😬 (I use Umberto Giannini for this)

washing is pretty standard:

wet your hair thoroughly, so that no part is dry

shampoo round 1, make sure to scrub thoroughly to get rid of any dirt and grime 🙈

rinse

shampoo round 2, this should turn your hair into its own bubble bath 🫧

rinse

condition, rake through your hair and make sure it is everywhere

let sit for a little bit, ~2 mins maybe

rinse

and thats it :))

don't use a regular towel, use a microfiber towel if you're using one at all so that all the moisture isn't drained from your hair before the rest of the products

now for the curly hair routine:

start with leave-in conditioner and run it through the entirety of your hair - I use Garnier leave-in, like the big tub

then run some curl cream through your hair and scrunch it in, make sure there is an even application throughout all the hair - I use the Shea Moisture curl cream

~ this next bit is optional because its a gel cast + styling but honestly id totally recommend going the extra mile for it cause it holds your curls for longer and makes ur hair softer ~

apply curly gel to your hair and scrunch it in, I use Aussie curl gel

for styling, I take the middle -> top sections of my hair, take some extra gel and finger coil the curls

let your hair air dry or diffuse

once completely dry, take some hair oil and scrunch it through your hair and separate any coils, I use argan oil

then you're done :))

regular hair care

there isnt really much to say here tbh

only that

if you need to refresh your curls, you should be able to do it just by finger-coiling with water

DON'T brush your hair while dry, it causes breakage

if you sweat, your hair will most likely get frizzy

to tie your hair use a scrunchie

sleeping with a bonnet helps reduce frizz but icl I don't 🫣

hair styles + cuts

okay let me preface this section by saying PLEASE PLEASE PLEASEEEE do some research about curly stylists in your area, I promise it will be worth it because curly hair cutting requires special training (despite the fact we've probably all cut our hair ourselves at some point 🙈)

now here are some things I usually ask for in a haircut:

a trim off the edges to keep my hair healthy (I have hair down past my shoulders)

2 or 3 layers to keep volume around my head so it doesn't look like a flat landslide...

some long bangs at the front to frame my face

obviously thats just me so do some extra research and see what you'd like

not much, but here are some hairstyles i usually do for everyday wear:

hair down (obviously 🤗)

high ponytail/bun with a few curls at the front

half up half down with a few curls at the front

thats basically all the basics 🙃

i know its hard to start on a curly hair journey especially if you don't know what you're doing, so if you are (or aren't) i hope this was able to help you in some shape or form 🫶🤗

- li 🌘

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