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Essentials for Type 4c Hair

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I’ve been natural for 8 years. Through many trails and errors, I have learned how to love and nurture my hair. I have low porosity/type 4 hair. This list encompasses all of the products I have loved while perfecting my wash day routine. I hope you ...
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Pre-Shampoo

Pre-Shampooing to reduce tangles and remove product buildup
 
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This product has a thicker consistency. It really coats my hair strands well.
Heavenly Halo Herbal Hair Tonic & Soy Milk Deep Hydration Pre-Poo
 
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I never used to believe in “pre-pooing” my hair. I decided to give this product a chance after seeing a lot of people recommend it. I will say adding this to my wash routine has been a game changer. After taking out a protective style, I like to add ...
Aloe & Coconut Water Pre-Shampoo, 18oz

Shampoo

Clean hair is happy hair 🧼
 
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This is another great option for a clarifying shampoo that leaves hair feeling free of dirt and product buildup. You get a lot of product for a great price.
Texture ID Curl Clarifying Shampoo + Honey
 
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My favorite clarifying shampoo on the market. It has such a great lather so a little definitely goes a long way. I stay active in the gym and while playing tennis so I tend to get a lot of sweat build up in my hair. This shampoo always makes my hair ...
My Black is Beautiful Clarifying Shampoo
 
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Since I have low porosity hair, it is important that I have a hydrating shampoo in my wash day routine. I love Design Essentials! This shampoo smells amazing and leaves my hair feeling soft and moisturized.
Almond & Avocado Moisturizing & Detangling Sulfate-Free Shampoo

Conditioner

Conditioners for soft, moisturized hair 💆🏽‍♀️
 
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Great conditioner. It’s easy to work into my hair and it smells amazing 💆🏽‍♀️
Almond & Avocado Moisturizing & Detangling Conditioner
 
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Another great conditioner. It has such a thick consistency and smells great!
Camille Rose Conditioner
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Hair Mask

Deep conditioners for detangling and hydration
 
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I love applying this deep conditioner after washing and conditioning my hair. I leave it in for about 30 minutes and rinse. Leaves my hair feeling extra soft and moisturized.
Camille Rose Algae Renew Mask
 
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One of my favorite deep conditioners. It smells amazing and adds moisture back to my hair.
Honey Miracle Hair Mask

Leave in Conditioner

Good for daily use!
 
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Great for everyday use. Keeps hair moisturized to prevent breakage.
As I Am Leave-In Conditoner
 
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Obviously, I love this line from design essentials!
Almond & Avocado Detangling Leave-In Conditioner
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This product has such a nice, thick consistency. Leaves my hair soft for hours.
Best Organic Leave In Conditioners for Natural Curly Hair
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Curl Definition

Products to keep your curls popping ✨
 
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This gel really makes my curls defined without drying my hair out.
Curl Maker Hair Defining Gel
 
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Another great option for getting defined curls!
CURLING CUSTARD
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Edge Control

Keep your edges laid and slayed!
 
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I love the edge booster products. They smell great and my edges stay laid all day
EDGE BOOSTER
 
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This edge control has a great hold. I like to wear this on days that I’m playing tennis or working out. My edges stay in tact.
Strong Hold- Thick Edges - Edge Control

Serums/Oils

Serums and Oils for locking in moisture to increase hair growth
 
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A staple in my hair care routine! My hair has grown so much since I’ve started using this oil.
Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening Oil
 
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I was influenced by TikTok. I’m happy to say that I’ve seen results from using these hair drops consistently. My edges have been gotten a lot fuller.
Restoring Hair & Edge Drops - CÉCRED

Tools

Tools that make wash day a breeze!
 
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Detangling combs are truly a necessary tool for detangling my hair.
Wide Tooth Detangler Comb
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Regular hair ties cause damage to my hair. I use satin scrunchies instead. I also like these whenever I’m stretching my hair. Shop my Amazon link 🔗 ✨!
Satin Scrunchies
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This hair dryer has been a saving grace on days when I need to blow out my hair.
The Knot Dr All-In-One Dryer Brush by InfinitiPRO ...