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Hair Care for Mixed Type Curls!
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items As a mixed woman, I’ve long struggled with how to properly take care of my curls. After much trial and error, I’ve learned that I have mixed coarse and fine strands of 3B, 3C, and 4A curls. Here, I’ll be sharing the products that have worked best for...
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Wash Day & Treatments
Styling Products
Wash Day Tools
Styling Tools
Protective Items
Wash Day & Treatments
Products to cleanse and nourish your curls!
My go-to hair mask! I like to use this as a leave-in conditioner when my hair is feeling extra dry, or to rehab my hair after straightening!
Don't Despair, Repair!™ Deep Conditioning Mask - Briogeo Hair Care
I swear by NYM Naturals conditioners - specifically these two formulas; honey & Kalahari melon, and Tahitian gardenia! Both formulas focus on adding hydration back into your curls!
Shampoo & Conditioner - Not Your Mother's
A great formula to promote strength and growth - and the mint leaves your scalp feeling so refreshed!
Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo - Mielle Organics
My go-to leave-in conditioner! Not only does it leave your hair smelling like a tropical fruit salad, but your strands will feel silky and hydrated!
Pomegranate & Honey Organic Leave-In Conditioner - Seal In Moisture
I recently added this product to my curl routine and I’ll never turn back! Brand founder Tracee Ellis Ross explains that this product is not a stand alone leave-in conditioner, but an additional product to add even more moisture & hydration into ...
Moisture Milk: Hair Moisturizer for Curly Hair - Pattern Beauty
A great way to deeply cleanse your scalp without over stripping moisture from your locks!
CURLSMITH - Wash & Scrub Detox Shampoo
I love this shampoo! Not only does it leave your scalp feeling fresh and clean, but it hydrates your strands and prevents the frizz caused by lacking moisture!
Sulfate-Free Shampoo - Waves, Curls & Coils - LUS (Love Ur Self)
The perfect conditioner to restore moisture and eliminating frizz!
Fragrance-Free Conditioner
Healthy hair begins with a healthy scalp! Exfoliating stimulates blood flow which increases growth, removes product build up and other debris, and can help reduce the symptoms of dandruff and psoriasis!
Exfoliating Scalp Scrub
I put my natural curls through a lot between frequent showers and flat ironing! Because of that, I am constantly looking for ways to treat my strands – and I think I've found the holy grail! This product uses a blend of oils to seal your split ends, ...
Split End Mender
Styling Products
The products I use to style my curls, after washing them!
I love this styling product for reducing frizz and promoting curl formation, without weighing down my hair or leaving a crusty cast!
Styling Custard: Curl Custard For Natural Hair - Pattern Beauty
This is truly one of the most revolutionary curly hair products I’ve ever tried! This product helped to cut my curly routine down because it does the work of a styler and a gel all in one! There are formulas for all curl types, but this is the versio...
All-in-One Styling Product for Curly Hair - LUS (Love Ur Self)
I've recently started using this hair oil based on a recommendation (thanks, Mom!) and I was so impressed I immediately ordered my own! Not only does it have a lovely gardenia scent, this oil is so effective I only use two pumps for all of my hair!
Heat Protectant Oil For Hair - Oil For Damaged Hair - OUAI
Whenever I wear my hair straight I like to reach for Batiste dry shampoo to help reduce oil! They also make mini cans that are super easy to keep in your purse or in your desk at work!
Batiste Dry Shampoo
My go-to heat protectant product for when I'm straightening my curls!
It's a 10 Miracle Blow Dry Balm 5 Fl Oz
I love this gel for everyday styling! It's lightweight enough to allow your curls to move naturally, but strong enough to keep frizz to a minimum!
Curl Gel: Curly Hair Gel For Styling & Defining – Pattern …
My favorite gel to slick my hair back, lay my edges, and refresh face-framing curls!
Strong Hold Gel - PATTERN
Whenever I want to curl my straightened curls, I like to apply this heat activated mousse prior to using the curler! Once the curler is in, I'll use my hair dryer to quickly activate the product before putting on my satin bonnet and heading to bed!
Texture ID Thermal Multi-Styling Foam
Whether you're touching up next day curls, taming your edges, or styling your wash-and-go the LUS Volumizing Foam gently nourishes your hair while providing gravity defying volume!
Volumizing Foam
This gel is a medium weight and contains sea moss, a natural humectant (draws in moisture) and has been used in traditional medicines for centuries!
Irish Sea Moss Gel
My 3B-3C-4A curls tend to be very sensitive to oils, finding many of them to be too heavy which weighs down my hair. Love Ur Curls' Elixir Oil is the holy grail of oils! Made from a blend of Vitamin E & 7 pure oils, this product deeply nourishes ...
Elixir Oil
Wash Day Tools
The tools I use to ensure my wash day is effective!
Massaging the scalp helps to promote blood circulation, which in turn promotes hair growth! I use mine after applying shampoo and prior to rinsing it out - this helps to really cleanse the scalp, while also giving yourself a relaxing massage!
Soft Silicone Hair Scalp Massager
Once I've applied my conditioner or deep conditioning mask (via the raking method), I always make sure to use my wide tooth comb to ensure there are no tangles and to help evenly distribute my products!
Detangling Comb - Wide Tooth for Curly & Wet Hair
The biggest and strongest hair clip I've ever used! I like buying the two pack as it allows me to leave one clip in the shower - for sectioning and detangling - and one clip in my purse to secure my curls without disrupting them!
Scunci by Conair jaw claw clips
The only towels I use on my hair!
YoulerTex Ultra Plush Microfiber Hair Towel
Perfect for getting extra lift in the roots, or for detangling your straight hair on the go!
Volumizing Hair Pick
A scalp massager can help exfoliate built up products off the scalp, as well as aid in hair growth by promoting blood circulation & healthy cell turnover!
Scalp Massager
I've used many techniques and tools to detangle my mixed type curls, and nothing has proven to be as gentle & effective as this detangling brush!
Detangle & Style Brush
Styling Tools
The tools I use to style my curls!
Typically I prefer to air dry my curls (more due to laziness than anything else LOL!) but when I do diffuse my curls - or even when I blow them out prior to straightening - I love my Sutra blow dryer! This set comes with a diffuser and two applicator...
Accelerator 3500 Blow Dryer
I use the version with ¾ inch plates to best tame my curls!
Conair Infinitipro Digital Flat Hair Iron - Target
When my hair is straight and I want to achieve effortless waves, I'll put in my heatless curler before putting on my satin bonnet to go to bed! In the morning I'll have perfect Miss USA style waves!
Sunset Tie Dye Satin Heatless Curling Set - KITSCH
Protective Items
How I protect my hair when I'm sleeping, traveling, or just hanging out at home!
A satin pillowcase will help to protect your hair while you're sleeping by reducing friction caused by movement! Satin is also good for the skin of your face, as it doesn't absorb as much moisture as other fabrics!
Satin Pillowcase
A bonnet large enough to fit all of your hair (or even a styling tool such as heatless curlers), and adjustable - meaning you can tie it tightly or loosely enough to be comfortable while sleeping!
Silk Bonnet for Sleeping
I love a satin scarf for all sorts of hair uses! It helps to secure my hair beneath my bonnet while I’m sleeping, and also acts as the perfect accessory!
Amazon.com: Satin Scarves For Hair
A satin scarf is one of the most versatile items a person can own! I use one every night for extra protection beneath my bonnet, and I frequently use one as a hair accessory during the day!
Love Ur Curls Scarf