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Curly Hair Must Haves
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items Everything I’m using that helped me love my curly hair again
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Shampoo + Conditioner
Mask
Leave In Conditioner
Curl Cream
Gel Custard
Strong Hold Gel
Shampoo + Conditioner
High End + Drugstore Shampoo and Conditioner Recs
Redken All Soft Shampoo is one of my top all time favorite shampoos for my dry, heat damaged hair. Makes my hair super soft and manageable.
All Soft Argan Oil Shampoo For Dry Damaged Hair
Just like the shampoo, this Redken All Soft Conditioner is my top fav. Extremely moisturizing for dry hair.
All Soft Argan Oil Conditioner For Dry Damaged Hair
Great option that can be found at Ulta. Super moisturizing shampoo that works great for all hair types, specifically dry damaged curly hair.
Moisture Recovery Shampoo
Another staple for dry curly hair, works amazingly to detangle and soften.
Moisture Recovery Conditioner
Super affordable
Dove Damage Therapy Bond Strength Shampoo
Amazing drugstore option.
Dove Damage Therapy Bond Strength Conditioner
Mask
Top 3 Hair Mask For Dry Hair - High End + Drugstore
Deeply moisturizing hair mask that melts tangles away like butter. Amazing for dry hair.
Moisture Recovery Treatment Balm
One of the best hair mask available. Great price and can be found just about anywhere.
Dove Damage Therapy Bond Strength 10 in 1 Serum Mask
Arguably the number one hair mask in Sephora for all hair types.
nourishing hair mask for dry hair : soulfood
Leave In Conditioner
Most Repurchased Leave In Conditioners
Number one all time favorite leave in conditioner. Has really great slip for detangling, natural ingredients and makes hair soft and manageable.
Kinky-Curly Knot Today Leave In Conditioner/Detangler
This leave in helps moisturize dry hair, reduce frizz, boost softness and shine all without weighing down hair. Perfect choice for layering with heavier curl products.
HydraSplash Replenishing Leave-In
All in one leave in for dry hair. Helps to soften hair, smooth split ends, tame frizz, and has heat protectant.
All Soft Moisture Restore Leave-In Treatment
Curl Cream
The Only 2 Curl Creams You Need
Amazing for dry coarse curls. Keeps my hair hydrated and super defined.
AG HAIR CARE by AG Hair Care, RE:COIL CURL ...
The best affordable curl cream for glossy, defined, frizz free curls. Smells like sweet lemon cake but isn't too over powering.
The Curl Friend Defining Curl Cream
Gel Custard
Favorite Jelly Curl Custards
This curl custard goes a long way, has a thick texture, helps define curl clumps without being heavy, and doesn't flake.
CURLING CUSTARD
Rizos Curls curl custard enhances definition, locks in moisture and reduces frizz. Gives flexible hold for shiny, defined, and bouncy curls. Very light weight and smells incredible.
Defining Custard
Strong Hold Gel
Number One Strong Hold Gel
I'm super picky when it comes to strong hold gels and this one is the best so far. The strongest gel cast I've ever had from any type of gel. Curls last days with out getting too frizzy and doesn't cause white flakes. The scent is fresh and clean and...
Strong Hold Gel
Mousse
I'm going to be honest, I keep buying this mousse for the scent. It's the best sweet lemon cake fragrance that isn't sickly sweet. It's also really good for volume and light hold.
The Curl Whip Whipped Curl Mousse, 250 mL
Really good affordable foamy mousse that gives volume and defines curls with no heavy or sticky feeling.
MOUSSE DEF Texture Foam® 7 oz
Hair Oil + Serums
Top 4 Hair Oils and Serums For Breaking Gel Cast
Intensely hydrating, helps boost shine and smooth frizz, thicker texture to break gel cast easily.
Honey Infused Hair Oil
Olaplex hair oil is highly-concentrated, weightless reparative styling oil that dramatically increases shine, softness, and helps to minimizes flyaways and frizz, all while providing heat protection.
OLAPLEX Nº.7 BONDING OIL™
Extremely light weight oil that feels like nothing in the hair no matter how much you use. Adds shine and helps with frizz.
Hair Oil
Best hair oil for breaking gel cast. Reasonable price. Works as good, if not better than most high end options. I need Dove to make a body mist with this exact scent, makes hair smell amazing.
Dove Damage Therapy Bond Shield 10 in 1 Super Serum
Detangling Brushes
Just A Few Brush Recs For Curly Hair
Detangles gently to help with frizz and define curls.
Purple The Ultimate Detangler Naturally Curly - Tangle Teezer | Ulta Beauty
Popular vented dangle brush for curls.
Wet Brush Speed Dry Detangler Hair Brush for Quick Heat Drying Styles - Matte Black
This brush gently yet thoroughly extracts knots and tangles from even the most unruly hair, painlessly and effortlessly. Featuring the perfect blend of 105 dual length bristles, combined with an ultralight high performance handle, UNbrush helps reduc...
UNbrush Detangler Hair Brush - Glitter Amethyst
Styling Brushes
Styling Brushes That Actually Work
Perfect for wavy, curly, and coily hair, it delivers defined curls with ease. (Best for thicker defined curl clumps)
Define EdgeLift Brush
Perfect for wavy, curly, and coily hair, it delivers voluminous curls with ease. (Best for small sized curl clumps with lots of volume)
Volume EdgeLift Brush
Designed to enhance and shape curls especially during wet styling. Helps for even product distribution of creams and gels throughout the hair. (Best for volume and definition)
D3 Original 7-Row Styling Brush, Gloss Black
Claw Clips
Different Style Claw Clips
Cute flat style claw clip that's comfortable and surprisingly holds thick curly hair in place all day.
Small Tortoise Cloud Flat Claw Clip - Kitsch | Ulta Beauty
Strong rubberized finish will leave you marveling at how something so stylish can also securely hold all your hair in place.
Medium Hair Daisy Claw Clip - GIMME beauty | Ulta Beauty
You can never have enough mini claw clips. This 15-pack includes clips in 4 different finishes. Hold all those little strands in place. Perfect for keeping bangs out of your face.
scünci No-Slip Grip Recycled Mini Claw Clips - Mixed Finish - Black/Brown/Clear - Fine Hair - 15pcs
An oversized clip for twisting up and securing long, thick hair all day, a medium-sized claw clip for an easy full or half-up style, and a small open-shaped claw clip for clipping back layers.
Kitsch Recycled Plastic Assorted Claw Jumbo Hair Clips - 3ct
Hair Ties
Best Hair Ties For Damage Free Hair
Made with eco-friendly satin, these accessories are gentle on your strands and help reduce damage and breakage when you toss your hair up. Great for not disturbing curls.
Terracotta Satin Ultra Petite Hair Scrunchies - Kitsch | Ulta Beauty
Satin construction won't crimp or agitate your strands while you sleep. Best for night time.
Cameo Satin Hair Scrunchies - Kitsch | Ulta Beauty
Super soft recycled fabric is gentle on your hair to help prevent breakage, creasing, or snagging.
Rosewood Cloud Scrunchies 3 Piece Set - Kitsch | Ulta Beauty
Super stretch and ultra comfy hair ties that don't rip out hair but are strong enough for slick backs.
scünci No Damage Super Comfy Hosiery Elastic Hair Tie Ponytailers - Black - All Hair - 12pcs
Headbands
Cute Headbands For Bad Hair Days
Soft and stretchy headband in a wide fit complete with grommets for a little touch of added edge.
Grommet Soft And Stretchy Wide Headband
Set of two seamless headwraps in a soft and stretchy knit. Wide headband style for a versatile slip-on fit that works for a range of hairstyles to top off your look. (yellow + grey)
Soft & Stretchy Wide Knit Headband Set
Set of two seamless headwraps in a soft and stretchy knit. Wide headband style for a versatile slip-on fit that works for a range of hairstyles to top off your look. (black + cheetah)
Soft & Stretchy Wide Knit Headband Set
This chic design features long, wavy teeth for a comfortable non-slip grip and stylish way to create slicked back looks with ease.
Zigzag Headbands - Kitsch | Ulta Beauty
Hair Scarves + Bonnets
If You Want Long Lasting Curls
Protect your strands and preserve your hairstyle overnight with the Kitsch Adjustable Oversized Satin Bonnet. Reduces friction, breakage, and tangles, so you wake up to softer, frizz-free locks.
Cherry Print Adjustable Oversized Satin Bonnet - Kitsch | Ulta Beauty
Silky satin bonnets for sleep are great for all hair types to reduce breakage, split ends, and frizz. These double lined reversible bonnets come in an assortment of colors and provide maximum hair protection.
Reversible Satin Bonnet for Women, Sleep Bonnet for Women, Curly Hair Bonnet, Satin Natural Hair Bonnets, Double Layer Silky Satin Bonnets
Bonnet always disappear while opening your eyes? Here comes a non-slip Bonnet to solve this headache problem, this satin Bonnets featured with stretchy long band, wide soft, high elastic and skin friendly, you can wrap on head, adjust tightness and t...
YANIBEST Double Layer Satin Silk Bonnet
This silk bonnet is made of butter satin. The touch is soft and smooth, bringing you the ultimate wearing experience. Satin bonnet for women will not slip easily, and let you sleep all night. Soft Elastic Band will not leave traces on your forehead.
YANIBEST Double Layer Satin Silk Bonnet
Wonderful for keeping hair secure and protected at night. Can be used under a bonnet for extra slip free protection.
AWAYTR 35” Satin Floral Square Head Scarves