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Black Owned Hair Care
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items Black-owned and/or founded hair care brands that I've tried and their products I enjoy. For reference, I have hair types 3c-4c, but mostly 4b.
Sections
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Cleansers
Conditioners
Deep Conditioners, Masks, & Treatments
Leave-Ins
Cream Stylers
Foam Stylers
Cleansers
A powerful, yet gentle clarifying shampoo. Leaves hair literally squeaky clean. I love looking over Kinky-Curly's ingredient lists because it's always mostly natural ingredients that you can easily recognize.
Kinky-Curly Come Clean Shampoo
I've only tried the Rose Water edition which leaves the bathroom smelling like roses days later. Leaves my hair squeaky clean, yet hydrated. The applicator tip ensures that just the right amount is applied to the scalp. A little goes a long way.
Wash Day Delight Sulfate Free Shampoo For Curly Hair
Conditioners
This might be my all time favorite conditioner. (I've only tried the Rose Water edition.) Everything it claims to do it does. A little goes a long way. It instantly moisturizes and melts tangles. Truly makes wash day a delight!
Wash Day Delight Wash Day Delight Conditioner
Deep Conditioners, Masks, & Treatments
So refreshing when your scalp is feeling dry and/or itchy. Perfect for protective styles since the dropper lets you get right to your scalp. I like using this when I've got to stretch wash-day a few more days out but need a quick refresh.
Scalp-Serum: AHA + Green Tea Exfoliating Treatment
Leave-Ins
Kinky Curly has some of the best products to ever do it! This can be used as a rinse-out or leave-in conditioner, but I always use it as a leave-in. It has slippery elm and marshmallow root making it one of the best detangling and moisturizing conditioners. The best primer for Curl Custard Gel. You'll have the best wash-n-go when pairing the two.
Knot Today Conditioner
This product made me realize that lightweight, spray leave-ins may be superior. Easy to mist through hair which makes it convenient to regularly refresh and moisturize hair. Great to moisturize hair while in a protective style.
Mielle Organics Peony Leave In Conditioner 8 fl oz
Cream Stylers
Pillow soft indeed! I've had my softest, fluffiest bantu knot outs with this. Very lightweight and softening. Heavily fragranced, smells like fabric softener, which I like, but those that are sensitive probably won't.
Miss Jessie's Pillow Soft Curls
In-between a gel and a cream, this emulsion is my favorite for wash-n-gos with movement. The sweet almond oil and honey keep hair moisturized for weeks! Lengthens and defines with a medium-firm, yet flexible hold. Zero flaking, tons of shine! My number one recommendation from Miss Jessie's. I cannot get enough of it and will always repurchase!
Miss Jessie's Honey Curls Hair Gel
A thick, moisturizing cream (that feels more like a butter) that's perfect for twists, braids, and Nubian knots. Leaves hair soft and moisturized for days.
Styling Cream for Curly & Natural Hair
Definitely a learning curve for this product. I hate it in my natural hair because it leaves white beads of product behind no matter how I use it. However, I have found that I love to use it when my hair is blown out or straightened. It's lightwei...
The Doux Bonita Afro Balm | Textured Hair
Foam Stylers
Makes my hair feel like a cloud; I could not stop touching it. Great for wash-n-gos alone, or paired with hair-gel. No flaking. Adds shine.
Hair-Foam: Curling Mousse - BREAD BEAUTY SUPPLY | Ulta Beauty
Gels
The absolute best for wash-n-gos! Ultra defining and moisturizing. Amazing hold and shine. No frizz. A botanical formula. Use with Knot Today and apply on wet hair for best results.
Curl Custard Gel
Softens, defines, and adds shine. I like using it under hair-foam so I can get more uses out of each product. Botanical formula. Medium hold.
Hair Gel: Long-Wear Curl Capturing Gloss - BREAD BEAUTY SUPPLY | Ulta Beauty
Dressings, Greases, & Pomades
Locks in moisture and makes for smooth twists and braids and defined “outs”. Be sure to thoroughly cleanse hair to prevent build up. If you don't want to apply it all over, use it to seal just your ends.
Murray's Superior Hair Dressing Pomade
Oils
A lightweight oil great for moisturizing post wash and for take down of twists/braids. Smells like summer strawberries. Ngl, the scent is what keeps me coming back.
Hair-Oil Everyday Gloss - BREAD BEAUTY SUPPLY | Ulta Beauty
I love the size of this bottle; there'll be no running out anytime soon. The nozzle top ensures the exact amount of product is released, and can be done so directly on the scalp. The oil is lightweight, absorbs well, and smells great.
Melanin Haircare Multi-Use Pure Oil Blend
Great size. Love the tingle and scent. Just wish it had a better applicator as I sometimes squeeze out too much.
Mint Almond Oil - Best Organic Hair Oil For Dry Scalp
Tools
Did I need another wide tooth comb? No, but I wanted to treat myself, and I'm glad I did. I love the feel of the comb and the sectioning tip. I love the sleek color and design, and how the teeth feel against my scalp. I usually start with a light detangle using the comb, then switch to the paddle brush for a more thorough detangle. The pick is great for lifting roots and adding volume, as well as doubling as a travel sized detangling comb.
KAZMALEJE Kurls Plus Wide Tooth Hair Comb
Perfect shape and size. Convenient size to fit in your purse for on the go touch ups. Smooth teeth ensures no snagging.
KAZMALEJE Kurls Plus Wide Tooth Pick Hair Comb
So much better than relying on just a wide tooth comb. It cuts down on detangling time so much, especially since I can work through larger sections. I like the sectioning tip. “All one piece” allows for easy cleaning- no trapped water forming mold growth. Not only do I feel good supporting a Black woman owned brand, but it's also plastic neutral!
KAZMALEJE Kurls Plus Wide Tooth Paddle Brush
Accessories
The best hair towel! Soft and very stretchy. The cotton and bamboo t-shirt material means less friction and breakage. Absorbs water without drying hair too much. The length and size are great for thick, long hair. The elastic strap offers multiple ways to “style”. I have one already, but just may buy another it's so good.
T-Shirt-Towel: Hair Towel - BREAD BEAUTY SUPPLY | Ulta Beauty
Another game changer! No more struggling to pull thick curly hair up or back. No more tension. It comes in multiple sizes so that multiple looks can be created. If you buy directly from the brand's site, there's an amazing lifetime guarantee with a free replacement policy if your cuff breaks. I've broken one and had it easily and quickly replaced. A kinky-curly girly must have!
PuffCuff PuffCuff Original