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Curly Girl Must-Haves
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items These are my favorite products that I have used for years. I have been growing out my curly (4c) hair, and these actually work! Plus I do use heat on my hair, frequently and still have curly hair past my shoulders! THESE ACTUALLY WORK! If you're buil...
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Gels/Pomades
Tools
Leave-In/Mousse
Edges
Masks
Wash
Gels/Pomades
These are the Gels and Pomades that should be in every curly girl's house.
Not flaky, best gel for elongating your curls
ECO STYLE Professional Black Castor & Flaxseed Oil Styling Gel - 16 fl oz
Best for everyday use! No flaking or drying out the hair.
ECO STYLE Professional Olive Styling Gel - 16 fl oz
Your parents were right; you need blue magic in your house.
Blue Magic Anti-Breakage Formula Conditioner - 12oz: Paraben-Free, For Textured & Curly Hair, Moisturizing Cream
Seriously helps keep your scalp moisturized and helps retain length. You dont need a lot of it
Softee Herbal Gro Maximum Strength 5 5 Oz
THIS IS THE ONE. If you love a good slick back, this is easy to throw in your purse, and it actually keeps the flyaways down
Kitsch Styling Comb Taming Wand: Hair Gel for All Hair Types, Includes Brush, 0.6 Net Weight
Another great option for elongating your curls, without drying them out or getting flaky.
Aunt Jackie's Flaxseed Don't Shrink Curling Gel - 15oz: Shine Enhancing, For Dry Hair, Hair Styling Product
Great for FRIZZ, not a super strong hold as a gel, very watery, but it is good for some frizz control.
Ouidad ADVANCED CLIMATE CONTROL Heat & Humidity Gel Stronger Hold - 8.5 fl oz - Ulta Beauty
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Love the results of this gel, dont use it enough!
12.0 oz QUENCH’N DEFINE GEL Strong Hold Non-Crunch Styler - DevaCurl | Ulta Beauty
High quality, not sticky, almost watery, curls look shiney and not crunchy.
8.5 oz Advanced Climate Control Heat and Humidity Stronger Hold Gel - Ouidad
Tools
You need more than just one brush, and that's okay.
Your curls will never be the same!
UNbrush Curl Hair Brush - Pink
For the perfect slick back and smooth styles.
Conair Shines & Smooths Style Boar Bristle Grooming Hair Brush
Softer bristles for smoothing and updos
Cantu Narrow Wood Updo Bristle Hair Brush - 1ct
I like a FIRM edge brush; if its too soft, I feel like it doesn't do what it needs to do. This one works nicely.
Red by Kiss Professional 3 IN 1 Edge Brush. Comb. Rat-tail Brush with Case
Life-changing! detangles, can be used for a curly routine, used in the shower; it does everything!
PATTERN Shower Hair Brush - Ulta Beauty
Another great option if you don't like the PATTERN shower brush; the shape of this brush is magical!
DENMAN Original Curl Definer & Styler Hair Brush - Black
Love to have one of these on hand.
Terracotta Nano Microfiber Hair Towel Turban - Kitsch
Great for Curly Hair, Reduce Frizz & Static, Diffuser Hair Dryer Enhances Natural Curl, Waves & Texture
Bed Head Curls-in-Check 1875W Hair Diffuser Dryer
Great for defining curls and getting super bouncy definition
Bed Head Curlipops 1/2” Tourmaline Skinny Pop
Leave-In/Mousse
Some of my favorite leave-ins are not available anymore but these are still in the TOP 10.
MY FAVORITE MOUSSE! Not crunchy, easy to use, nice shine, and mixes well with other products.
African Pride - Rose Water Argan Oil Curl Mousse
I NEED A BUCKET OF THIS! I use it as a leave in or as a hair mask! You decide!
Texture ID Day & Night Moisturizing Treatment, Hydrating, Styling, Softens Hair, Damp or Dry Hair
I love the hair oil to pair with this! Beautiful shine without the greasy look.
Odele Leave-in Conditioner for Deep Moisture + Frizz Control - 8 fl oz
Added heat protection for the days you add heat to your style.
Odele Leave-in Detangling Tonic for Hydration + Heat Protection - 8 fl oz
I love this leave in, it is effective! I also use the hair mask for bond repair, I get a lot of frizzies and fly aways and it helps!
It's a 10 Hair Care Miracle Leave-in Conditioner - 4 fl oz - Beauty Studio
Silky, creamy, and luscious curls! I love this leave in for an overnight mask or if I need a lot of hydration.
African Pride Coconut Oil & Baobab Oil Leave In Hair Cream - 15 fl oz
Great slip, lightweight, not greasy.
Aunt Jackie's Quench Leave-In Conditioner - 8 fl oz
Great for frizz and fly aways.
Cheribe Length Retention Leave-In Conditioner with Chebe Complex + Provitamin B5 - Moisturizing Anti-Breakage Treatment - 8 fl oz
Love this one! Great slip, lightweight enough for everyday.
Kinky-Curly Knot Today Natural Leave In Detangler - 8 oz
Edges
I used to ignore my edges; these products make it easy to do them every day.
Easy to use, no white cast, dries down nicely on top of gels.
TIGI Bed Head Hair Wax Stick - 2.57oz: Smoothing, All Hair Types
The best edge control: it does its job, has no white cast, and comes in large size - You will not run out.
Murray's Premium Edgewax Gel - 4oz
Great for edges, also super slick styles. Can get tacky to be used like a glue.
Göt2b Ultra Glued Invincible Styling Gel - 6oz
fun option for your edges!
5.07 oz Slick N Slay 2-IN-1 Braid & Edge Gel - Peach - Esha | Ulta Beauty
Perfect slick back ponytails and buns!
Style Control Stick 22 - Kenra Professional | Ulta Beauty
Extra hold!
EBIN NEW YORK 24 Hour Edge Tamer Extra Mega Hold Hair Gel 2.7 oz, 1 Count
Masks
Don't forget the MASKS! They will help you grow and add shine when your hair needs it.
Improves shine and scalp health! Lightweight and easy to use.
African Pride Hair Moisture Miracle Strengthen and Protect 5 Essential Oils - 4 fl oz
Love these hair masks! adds shine, and softness instantly.
It's a 10 Miracle Hair Mask - 8 fl oz - Beauty Studio
Life changing results.
K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask 0.5 oz
Love this one and easy to use.
Briogeo Hair Care Don't Despair Repair! Deep Conditioning Mask - 8oz - Beauty Studio
Worth they Hype!
Amika The Kure Intense Bond Repair Mask 8.4 oz
Tried it myself at home and I did see a difference in the shine and softness of my curls. Not super heavy afterward or greasy.
Elizavecca Milky Piggy Collagen Coating Protein Ion Injection
Wash
I have fairly dry hair; these help with that, and the shampoos are hydrating more than clarifying, so make sure you still have a clarifying poo!
Customers find this shampoo and conditioner set excellent for fine hair, leaving it feeling clean and silky smooth, with one customer noting it stays clean with volume for days. The product receives positive feedback for its appearance, making it loo...
OUAI Fine Shampoo & Conditioner Set 10oz
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Olaplex N°.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo
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Nécessaire Rosemary Shampoo - Strengthening
Customers find this shampoo effective, noting it leaves hair feeling clean, healthy, and less frizzy, while making it soft and moisturized. Moreover, the product is particularly good for color-treated hair, keeping it healthy and bright. The fragranc...
Pureology Hydrate Shampoo - Moisturizes Dry Hair
Love sets like this, you get to try it all and really see the results!
Soft Hair Stars Nourishing Wash + Care Set - amika | Ulta Beauty
TINGLY and refreshing sensation, the shampoo is potent! and the conditioner has some good slip, but isn't super thick or creamy.
Trial Size Scalp + Hair Thickening System 1 Kit - Nioxin | Ulta Beauty
Hair Dye
I have experimented with lightening my hair, balayage and vibrant colors. From the salon to at home here are some of my favorite hair dye and color options for dying your hair at home. Check the section “tools” for some options on application.
Easy to use, I use 2 boxes for my 4c below the sholder length hair, I could probably do more, but it still covers and lightens considerable well - don't forget a toner after!
Clairol Textures and Tones Permanent Hair Color Cream - 6G Blonde: Curl Definition, Moisturizing, Shine Enhancing
Temporary and easy to use, make sure you let each section dry before moving on to reduce the amount of transfer.
As I Am Curl Color Bold Gold | Temporary Hair Color
EASY TO USE - Love the color options, faded and washed out nicely.
Adore Semi Permanent Hair Color 071 Red
Great for dark hair without the bleach!
Excellence HiColor Permanent Crème Hair Color by L'Oreal | Permanent Hair Color
I could rant and rave about this gloss treatment from xmondo all day! I love the feeling, no harsh smells, and my hair felt amazing after.
XMONDO Super Gloss Intensive Glossing Treatment | Hair Color
Amazing for no bleach option as well that work.
Creme of Nature Exotic Shine Color with Argan Oil Women's ...