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The Hair Edit.
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Katelyn•PhD Life | Beauty + STEM
WELCOME TO THE ULTIMATE LIST FOR ALL THINGS HAIR!
I have used so many hair products and tools, it's not even funny. 
Everyone's hair type, texture, moisture levels, etc. plays a huge role in what products work best so keep that in mind.
For your reference, head to any of my socials to see what my hair looks like.
I have dense hair with fine strands that is curly/coily leaning. I prefer braidouts, braids, and silk presses.
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Shampoos
 
Conditioners
 
Deep Conditioner & Masques
 
Leave-In Conditioners
 
Heat Protectants
 
Oils and Treatments

Shampoos

shampoos that clean without stripping

 
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perfect for those with drier hair
amika hydro rush moisture shampoo
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strengthens & reduces breakage on all hair types
amika the kure strength repair shampoo
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a good, well rounded shampoo I use often
amika normcore signature shampoo
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damaged hair friendly
Eva NYC Ritual Repair Shampoo
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combines a balance of exfoliants, fermented purple willow bark, and tea tree oil to remove buildup and residue from your hair and scalp for a game-changing deep clean
CÉCRED Clarifying Shampoo & Scalp Exfoliating Scrub
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removes extreme oil, dirt, and buildup in 1 wash, while blue-violet pigments enhance color vibrancy, tone color, and prevent brassiness
CÉCRED Detoxifying Shampoo
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gently cleanses from root to tip with a high-slip formula that leaves your hair feeling nourished, manageable, and strong
CÉCRED Hydrating Shampoo
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REMEDY for dandruff
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Conditioners

regular 3-5min conditioners. I prefer to use the same brand for shampoo and conditioning

 
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perfect for those with drier hair
amika hydro rush moisture conditioner
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strengthens & reduces breakage on all hair types
amika the kure strength repair conditioner
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a good, well rounded conditioner I use often
amika normcore signature conditioner
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damaged hair friendly
Eva NYC Ritual Repair Conditioner
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instantly hydrates and detangles, leaving hair soft, smooth, and shiny
CÉCRED Hydrating Conditioner
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Deep Conditioner & Masques

deep conditioners and masques to help with moisture, breakage, or both

 
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restores the moisture balance in your hair
amika soulfood nourishing mask
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great for bleached hair bond strengthening
amika the kure intense strength repair mask
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a deeper condition for damaged hair
Eva NYC Therapy Session Deep Conditioning Mask
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tested to reduce damage, increase visible strength, and improve shine after 1 use
CÉCRED Reconstructing Treatment Mask
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moisturize, soften, and improve manageability
CÉCRED Moisturizing Deep Conditioner
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Leave-In Conditioners

after washing and conditioning, I use these to keep the moisture in 

 
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a light leave-in perfect for silk presses. it is also a heat protectant!
25 Miracle Milk Leave-In Conditioner
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perfect prep for a fluffier blowout. this is also a heat protectant
Eva NYC Repair Leave-In Hair Treatment
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locks in moisture, fights frizz, seals split ends, and aids styling with a soft hold
CÉCRED Moisturizing Hair Lotion
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dds extra hydration and soft curl definition
PATTERN Beauty Leave-In Conditioner
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Heat Protectants

protectants and treatments I use to blow dry and silk press my hair with ease

 
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one of my fave heat protectants to use on wet and dry hair
Blow Dry Mist
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a must use for silk presses! it really keeps that humidity away
JUST GLAZE Silkening Blowout Primer
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use this once a month with Just Glaze and your hair will be frizz-free and protected during styling
SILENT TREATMENT 30-Day Anti-Humidity Spray
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a great iron protector and flexible hair spray
Paul Mitchell Hot Off The Press Thermal Hairspray
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conditioning leave in primer lotion preps the hair for blow drying and heat styling
Design Essentials Agave & Lavender Heat Shield
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designed to help protect your curls from silk presses
Design Essentials Agave & Lavender Thermal Serum
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Oils and Treatments

these aid in moisture retention, bond repair, or hair growth

 
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even as an infrequent user, this water-based serum truly works
CÉCRED Hair Density Serum - Edge Drops
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apply after blow drying to add moisture to your hair
CÉCRED Nourishing Hair Oil
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a simple and effective protein treatment for all hair types
CÉCRED 2-Step Fermented Rice & Rose Protein Ritual
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deep moisturization to the hair and scalp, enhancing shine and softness
CÉCRED Hair and Scalp Oil Treatment
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protects the scalp, softens dry ends, blends leave-outs, tames flyaways
CÉCRED Hair & Scalp Balm
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A gentle way to start your wash day
CÉCRED Hair Detangler Spray
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Stylers

what I use to style my naturally curly hair

 
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flexible styling control with shine and definition
The Doux Bonita Bubble Balm Foaming Pomade
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Smooths the cuticle to reduce frizz, boost shine, and define curls without crunch or residue
The Doux Chief Rocka Xtreme Moisture | Curl Defining Mousse
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Medium Hold Styling Gel with Honey, Aloe & Marshmallow Root
The Doux 808 Base Gel
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ultra-light mousse that defines curly hair while giving weightless volume and touchable hold
PATTERN Beauty Curl Mousse
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nourish and define curls with a medium hold
PATTERN Beauty Curl Gel
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rovides superior moisture penetration & the ideal oil-rich, touchable hold for a range of curl types and setting hair styles
PATTERN Beauty Styling Cream
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Heat Styling Tools

tools I love to blow dry or flat iron my naturally curly hair 

 
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this is the best flat iron I've used. the ceramic-titanium plates get your hair sleek with one pass.
HOT TOOLS Pro Artist Black Gold 1¼ Flat Iron
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a simple and indirect way to reset your curls with  silk press
Remington Shine Therapy Argan Oil Hot Rollers
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well worth the investment for those that blow dry their hair often
TYMO Airhype Blow Dryer
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a more affordable and highly reviewed blow dryer
Wavytalk Hair Dryer
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keep your countertops safe with this heat resistant mat
Silicone Heat Mat & Holder
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Wash Day & Styling Tools

a variety of tools I use during wash day and to style my hair

 
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Use this during your shampoo to clean & massage your scalp
Silicone Scalp Scrubber
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spray water to keep your hair moist during detangling, deep conditioning, and before refreshing with product. empty the bottle out when finished!
Continuous Mist Spray Bottle
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I use this to blow dry my hair using a concentrated nozzle
Denman D38 Brush
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great for detangling wet or dry hair
Crave Naturals Detangling Hair Brush
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apply a plastic cap and turn the heated cap on. your hair will thank you
Deep Conditioning Heat Cap
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xl disposable hair caps for deep conditioning
Large Disposable Shower Cap
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perfect for precise parting
Parting Combs
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my fave detangler for my curly hair
Detangler Brush by Felicia Leatherwood
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large and durable hair clips for sectioning
Large Butterfly Clamps
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Hair Preservation

not all scarves, bonnets, and scrunchies are made the same.

 
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satin silk lining reduces the friction and encourages moisture retention
Satin Bonnet Silk Lined Sleep Cap
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I pin curl my hair at night with these
Duck Bill Clips - 3.35 Inches
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snag and snap free
Black Satin Hair Scrunchies
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thick edge scarf
Satin Edge Scarf
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secure your silk press
Silky Durag Pack
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use this to save your braids
Long Satin Bonnet
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adjustable and comfortable
Adjustable Satin Bonnet
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