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Best products I have found for curly hair

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I was in my late 20s before I figured out I really had curly hair! This could be you--try these products and a diffuser and see if your curly hair has been hiding!
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Curly Hair Products

It takes a lot of trial and error to find what works best for specific curly hair types.  These are just a few of my favorite products that work for me!.

 
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This is the perfect setting gel for curly hair.  I just take a scoop and work it through my hair.  Then I scrunch wet hair until it's thoroughly worked through.
Kinky-curly Curling Custard Hair Styling Gel
 
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This has become my go-to shampoo.  Over the years I have tried so many hair products, including lots of different shampoos.  Curly hair takes a certain shampoo to ensure curls stay looking fresh.  This shampoo isn't too heavy and doesn't cause my hair to be weighted down.
Ouidad: Curly Hair Products for Natural Hair
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 This spray from Ouidad is perfect for refreshing curls.  I wash my hair once a week and I simply use this throughout the week to help bring my curls back to life.
Ouidad Botanical Boost Curl Enhancing Spray
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Great for starting the curl process!  I use this before any other products.
In-Shower Style Fixer - Curlsmith
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It looks like my favorite conditioner has been discontinued, however this is also a favorite for curly hair.  Only takes a small amount.
Ouidad Curl Quencher Moisturizing Conditioner ...
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I recently discovered this when looking for something to make my hair appear thicker.  I've noticed as I get older my previously super thick hair has been thinning.  I am so happy with the results of this product!
Ouidad Curl Shaper Volumizing Jelly 5.7 Oz
 
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Just started using this mouse and I am loving the results when used with Kinky-curly Styling Gel.
Garnier Fructis Curl Construct Mousse, 6.8 Oz
 
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This hairspray is perfect for holding curls but not causing too much “crunch”.  It provides 24 hour hold and frizz protection.  Non-aerosol.
Garnier Fructis Full Control Anti-Humidity Hairspray
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Wavy/Curly Hair Essentials

 
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There's something about a silk pillowcase that helps your curls stay fresh overnight. It keeps hair from frizzing and even has added benefit of helping promote youthful skin. I even travel with my silk pillowcase and pillow.
Kitsch Satin Sleep Set - Pillowcase & Eyemask
 
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A cotton t-shirt towel is perfect for squeezing out excess water from wavy/curly hair. It also wraps around hair to hold it on top of your head if needed.
Conair T-Shirt Towel Multi-Colored
 
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This is a favorite for touching up curls, especially a few days after washing. Just add a couple of curls here and there to freshen up look.
Bed Head Tourmaline Wave Artist Deep Waver
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A blowdryer with a diffuser is a must-have for curly hair. I like the Conair Cord-Keeper with diffuser.
Conair Cord Keeper Folding Hair Dryer
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