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Curly Hair Must Haves
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items Looking for a curly hair routine that actually works without breaking the bank? This is my curated list of curly hair must-haves found almost entirely at Target. These products focus on frizz control, moisture retention, and long-lasting definition.
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Shampoos
Conditioners
Styling Products
Other
Shampoos
I wash my hair twice during every shower and this is one of the shampoos I rotate using. It’s a great price for a curly hair shampoo.
Tresemme Bouncy Curls Shampoo For Curly Hair - 28 fl oz
Another great moisturizing shampoo option that’s affordable. It’s one of three shampoos I rotate between.
SheaMoisture Coconut and Hibiscus Curl and Shine Shampoo - 13 fl oz
This is a great moisturizing shampoo that I keep in the rotation and it smells amazing.
SheaMoisture Manuka Honey & Yogurt Hydrate & Repair Shampoo - 13 fl oz
Conditioners
Great conditioning option. Works great and I brush it through my hair in the shower after letting it sit for a couple of minutes.
Pantene Pro-V Miracle Rescue Deep Repair Conditioner - 8 fl oz
I use this frequently! Curly hair tends to get dry and frizzy and I love the way my hair feels after using this.
Pantene Pro-V Miracle Rescue Intensive Bond Repair Mask Conditioner - 10.1 fl oz
Styling Products
If you’re planning on defusing your hair or adding any heat, you need to use a heat protector to keep the damage to a minimum.
CHI 44 Iron Guard Thermal Protection Spray - 8 fl oz
I use this when styling to add moisture and curl definition.
SheaMoisture Coconut and Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie For Thick Curly Hair - 12oz
This blow dryer is fantastic and the diffuser that comes with it is deep which helps when you have longer hair.
Shark HD120BRN HyperAIR Blow Dryer w/ Attachments
This is the first of two gels that I use in my hair. You don’t need much but gel helps your curls last longer and is a definite must.
Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Sculpting Gel - 6 fl oz
This is the last thing I put in my hair. It’s a strong-hold gel so you need very little which makes this container last for a long time. It also smells like sugar cookies which I love.
Kinky-Curly Original Curling Custard Natural Hair Styling Gel - 8oz
Mousse helps add volume, especially at the roots. This is an affordable option. I use this right before I use gel.
Pantene Pro-V Anti Frizz Hair Mousse for Curly Hair - 6.6oz
I just added this to my routine and so far I love the effect. I’ve noticed less frizz and it’s lightweight so it doesn’t weigh my hair down. This goes on right after leave-in conditioner.
Mini Dream Coat Anti-Frizz Treatment for Curly Hair
I rotate this with my other medium-hold gel when it’s humid to help with the frizz.
Ouidad Advanced Climate Control Heat & Humidity Gel
Once my hair is dry and the curl cast is set, I use a small amount of this to scrunch out the crunch and make my hair soft.
No. 7 Bonding Hair Oil - Olaplex | Sephora
I use this in the shower to brush conditioner and hair masks through my hair.
Wet Brush Shower Hair Brush Detangler Pink
I have used these for years to detangle my hair before and after my shower. My girls use them too.
Wet Brush Original Detangler Aqua-Soft Bristles
I use this after putting all of my styling products in my hair to separate and create curl clumps. The bristles also help to tame down frizz as it separates.
Curl Defining Hair Brush 2025, Green
Curly hair requires a diffuser to dry it. When I’m traveling I bring this with me to use with the hotel blow dryer so I don’t have to pack mine.
ZOMAO Universal Hair Diffuser for Curly Hair
Other
I own this in pink and use it most nights when my hair is curly. It may look a bit silly but if it helps me get an extra couple days out of my curls, I’ll take it!
YANIBEST Adjustable Silk Satin Bonnet for Curly Hair
Instead of using a regular towel that may create additional frizz, I use this towel thats thin and very tshirt like.
Hair RePear Anti Frizz Cotton Hair Towel Wrap
These are great to use to help prevent breakage and creases. I use them at night to pull my hair together on top of my head (only one time around) before I put on my bonnet.
Kitsch Satin Scrunchies for Women, 5 pcs
I use this hair mask every other week to moisturize my hair. My curly hair tends to be dry and coarse but it always feels softer after using this.
SheaMoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen & Restore Hair Mask - 11.5oz
Curlsmith is on the more expensive side but this is one product of theirs I’ve used. My hair is longer so I have to use quite a bit of product to cover all of it so this isn’t something I use all the time. My curls tend to lose definition if I over...
CURLSMITH Bond Curl Rehab Salve Standard Size - Ulta Beauty
I use this in the shower while washing my hair to help break up any product buildup on my scalp. After putting in shampoo I just move this in a circular motion around my scalp. It makes my hair feel cleaner and is supposed to to help stimulate grow...
Sndyi Silicone Scalp Massager Brush Beige