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My silk press science!
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items Whether you're doing your own silk press at home or maintaining one between salon visits, these are the products I recommend for smooth, shiny, healthy-looking hair without weighing it down. I've gathered everything from heat protectants and blowout ...
A great silk press starts with healthy hair, so I've also included products that focus on moisture, strength, and heat protection to help reduce damage while keeping your hair looking sleek. These are products that are highly rated, stylist favorites...
Whether you have thick hair, fine strands, or are just starting your healthy hair journey, this collection has options for every step of the process! From wash day to your final shine spray. If you're looking for salon-quality results at home, this l...
A great silk press starts with healthy hair, so I've also included products that focus on moisture, strength, and heat protection to help reduce damage while keeping your hair looking sleek. These are products that are highly rated, stylist favorites...
Whether you have thick hair, fine strands, or are just starting your healthy hair journey, this collection has options for every step of the process! From wash day to your final shine spray. If you're looking for salon-quality results at home, this l...
Sections
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Shampoo
Conditioner
Blow Dry + Heat
Brushes + Combs
Accessories
Vitamins
Shampoo
When I first tried this product, I was truly blown away! My curls feel juicy and light before I even get to the conditioner. I love this brand I will get this product a million times over!
Joico Moisture Recovery Shampoo
My hairdresser uses this on my hair so I bought some so I can keep the same products around the house. Most shampoos make my hair feel brittle but I can actually comb through my hair with this product in. This is a great shampoo to test if your hair ...
Design Essentials Honey Crème Moisture Retention Shampoo
Believe the hype!!! My scalp has never felt so clean! This shampoo will give you that col minty feeling and will dissolve all of the sweat and product buildup your hair has been carrying. I noticed my hair is very soft after just one wash, it feels f...
CÉCRED Clarifying Shampoo & Scalp Scrub
Conditioner
BEST hair conditioner I have ever used. The slip is like no other. I love the way my hair feels once I rinse out with cold water. I can glide my fingers through my curls like silk after I use this and not to mention the scent is so clean and fresh!
Joyce Moisture Recovery Conditioner
I absolutely love this conditioner! It keeps the elasticity in my hair strong and it secures the bond of my hair strands! I wash my hair once a week and I use this on weeks I don't deep condition and it locks in the moisture perfectly!
amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Conditioner
This is a old gem that I started getting back in the habit of using for my deep conditioner! I mix this with the Blue Magic Cholesterol and sit under my dryer for 15-20 mins and my hair feels so soft and smooth.
Avanti Silicon Mix Bambu Nutritive Hair Treatment
Old school always wins! I grew up using this formula and my hair yearns for this rinse! The smell is so nostalgic and it gets the job done! I've seen so much growth in my hair since using this product again.
Blue Magic Cholesterol Conditioning Rinse
First off, the fragrance alone will keep my wallet open to this conditioner! It smells amazing and the slip is so silky I can't get enough!
Matrix Food For Soft Conditioner
Blow Dry + Heat
Best smelling heat protectant on the planet! I love how light this product is and how it doesn't wear my hair down. When I blow dry the slip is manageable and my hair looks so shiny! I just bought the bigger bottle because my hair loves this stuff!
Kenra Platinum Blow-Dry Spray
My hair dresser also uses this product. Just ONE pump is all you need and this bottle lasts a very long time! I love the green apple scent it helps with the flat iron smell.
Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Serum
Amika has really great products but this one is my favorite out of the collection. I once had locs and combed them out so my hair can be very thick to comb through and this blowout spray keeps my blowout from frizzing! I love the heat protection with...
amika Brooklyn Bombshell Blowout Spray
This blow dryer is one of those hair tools that's earned its reputation. I've been a fan since 2015! If you're looking for a reliable dryer that helps create sleek blowouts and silk presses, this is definitely worth checking out. The key to a sleek p...
ConairPRO SilverBird Turbo Dryer
Since I'm not a licensed cosmetologist I think it's best to stay away from Titanium! I don't like high levels of heat being applied to my hair especially after blow drying. With this flat iron all you need is one pass! Your hair will be silky smooth ...
Porcelain Ceramic Flatiron
Brushes + Combs
This brush defines my strands so well! It adds shine and it's not rough on my hair. So good for ponytails and fights against frizziness! I love how easy it is to clean this brush as well.
The Hair Edit Glossifier Boar Bristle Bamboo Brush
This is the KEY to detangling!! I love this brush it works so well when I'm washing my hair. I used to struggle untangling my curls and this brush prevents damaging my shaft. The bristles circulate the blood flow in my scalp as well I would recommend...
UNbrush Plus Detangling Hair Brush
This is my favorite comb! Ever since I combed out my locs I've become a little tender-headed. This comb parts my dry or damp hair in four sections without snagging my curls!
Pattern Wide Tooth Comb
Accessories
This gym wrap is amazing! If you're tired of going to the gym and always sweating out your silk press this is for you! I love the patterns they come in and it keeps your hair from being damp! I also use it in the shower to keep the moisture from puff...
Joule Sparks Gymwrap
I love this clip I ended up buying a few more even in the solid brown color! It's so cute to wear and it doesn't snag on my hair. It's wide and strong enough to hold my buns and keeps a solid grip!
PATTERN Beauty Luxe Hair Clip
These clips keep my blow drying and pressing time down! They keep a strong grip on my hair in it's wet and dry state. I can part my hair in four to six sections and get every part of my hair with ease!
Salon Care Butterfly Clamps
Vitamins
I love Mary Ruth! This is my favorite product because of the taste. It's easy to take and I've seen growth in my hair just by using this consistently for 2 months! This is for anyone that has “see-through” hair looking for more body and fullness.
Mary Ruth's Hair Growth Max
I struggle with anemia and low hemoglobin and ferritin levels. Ever since I started using these I have gained a huge amount of energy! Especially in the early afternoon when I would usually need a boost this iron complex helps me stay charged for the...
THORNE Advanced Iron Complex