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Toddler Wash Day Made Easy: Curly Hair & Natural Hair Essentials
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items Toddler wash day can be a lot, especially when you’re dealing with curls, coils, tangles, tender scalps, and a toddler who is already over it before you even start. This list includes my favorite wash day helpers for making the process easier: detang...
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Must Haves
Wash Day Entertainment
Wash Day Tools
Wash Day Good to Have Products
Must Haves
These are the items I wouldn't go without on toddler wash day
This toddler was basin is the start of the show. I could do wash day without this!
Portable Tear-Free Shampoo Basin for Kids (Purple)
You have to make sure your little one is comfortable during their wash so pair this with the
Hair Washing Station for Kids, Foldable Purple
This faucet makes wash day a breeze. You don't have to worry about getting shampoo and conditioner all over the faucet and it has a temperature indicator.
Delta Essa Brushed Nickel Touch Kitchen Faucet
A toddler wash day essential for curly hair, coily hair, and natural hair. This detangling brush helps work through knots with less pulling, making it great for tender-headed toddlers and busy moms who need wash day to feel easier.
FHI Heat UNbrush Plus - Curly Hair Detangler
A gentle toddler shampoo is key for keeping curls clean without making the hair feel stripped or dry. Great for kids’ curly hair, natural hair wash days, and sensitive scalp routines.
Design Essentials Honey Creme Moisture Shampoo
Conditioner is one of the most important toddler wash day products because it adds slip, softness, and moisture before detangling. Great for curly hair, coily hair, natural hair, and tender-headed little ones. Also great for adding moisture.
Honey Crème Moisture Retention Masque
My go to when I'm not going to be able to use the moisturizing lotion everyday due to the style
Design Essentials Almond & Avocado Leave-In Conditioner
I love that this has a low setting and it just easy to use blowdryer for toddlers.
Wavytalk 5-in-1 Hot Air Brush Set, Pink
Have dedicated towels that help signal its wash day.
Amazon Basics 6-Piece Cotton Towel Set, Black
Use this before washes and sometimes after to hydrate the hair.
Alps Goodness Flaxseed Gel for Hair & Skin
Wash Day Entertainment
These are the items you need to keep your toddler busy on wash day
You have to keep your toddler distracted during wash day and this allows you to position their talet where you need it.
LISEN Tablet Stand iPad Stand for Desk Mount
It never hurts to have a backup tablet holder
Urmust Adjustable 360° Tablet Stand for 4.7"-15.6" Devices
The iPad is the center of the operation, keeping your toddler entertained while you get the job done.
iPad (A16)
Wash Day Tools
This are my go to tools for was day
I have two girls so I pick a color for each of them. These help with parting and small tangles.
3 PCS Rat Tail Combs for Curly Hair Set
I use these to put my flaxseed oil in, it keeps down the mess.
Cosywell Root Comb Applicator Bottle 6oz 3 Pack
You can never have to many clips when you have toddlers.
Black Butterfly Hair Clips for Styling & Sectioning
A must-have for toddler curly hair routines. A wide-tooth comb helps gently separate curls, distribute conditioner, and detangle natural hair without causing as much breakage or frizz during wash day.
Kitsch Wide Tooth Comb for Curly Hair - Black
This just makes them feel like they are at the salon. Start them early.
FEBSNOW 3 Pack Kids Hair Cutting Capes
Wash Day Good to Have Products
These are the things I like to have on wash day
Use this when there is excess buildup or the hair just doesn't seem to be getting wet when trying to wash.
Design Essentials Oat Protein & Henna Shampoo
Sometime their scalp just needs a little extra love.
Hair Scalp Massager Shampoo Brush 2 Pack
Just one of many water sprays I use to moisturize my girls hair
As I Am Onion Water 16oz - Red Onion & Ceramides
This is my go to water spray to help with strenghting my girls hair.
As I Am Rice Water Hair Spray 16oz Vegan
When I need a heavier moisturizing cream I use this and it smells amazing
6.0 oz Sweet Potato Pie Extra Creamy Hair Cream - DONNA'S RECIPE | Ulta Beauty
This is what i sometime uses as my oil sealant because its shea butter based
Sweet Potato Pie Extra Creamy Hair and Scalp Oil - DONNA'S RECIPE | Ulta Beauty
Great for the hair and smells great!
Strength Hair Oil - DONNA'S RECIPE | Ulta Beauty
This is the water I use as a booster.
As I Am Bond Water 16oz - Moringa & Amla
I use this water spray on my youngest because her hair is growing slower.
As I Am Rosemary Water 16oz - Hair Density
I use this most of the time and every few days to keep their hair from drying out.
Design Essentials Almond & Avocado Hair Lotion
My main oil i use to seal in moisture.
Cliganic Organic Jojoba Oil 100% Pure 4oz
I add this to my Jojoba oil because my girls need a little heavier oil to seal in the moisture.
Cliganic Organic Castor Oil 16oz with Kit