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Curly hair products I've tried and loved
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items If you have 3C-4A curly hair like me, you know how tricky it can be to find the right products that work for your unique curl pattern. In this list, I’ve compiled every curly hair product I’ve ever tried to help you navigate your curly hair journey. ...
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Garnier Hair Filler line
Afrolove
Cantú
Olaplex
Miscellaneous products
Garnier Hair Filler line
Garnier's Hair Filler line strengthens and nourishes fine or thinning hair, adding volume and thickness. With plant-based fillers, it restores density for fuller, healthier-looking hair. A great drugstore alternative for OLAPLEX!
I would say this is hands down the best dupe for OLAPLEX No. 3. A great way to repair your curls whenever they need that extra boost.
Garnier Fructis Hair Filler Pre Shampoo 10.1oz
Specially formulated for curly hair, you can feel the moisture the second you put this conditioner on. I should say this does indeed have silicones so if you don't want them in your products then this might not be for you.
Garnier Fructis Hair Filler Moisture Repair
A great shampoo that makes your hair feel clean and moisturized. This one is sulfate free, which doesn't strip your hair out of moisture.
Garnier Fructis Hair Filler Shampoo 10.1 Fl Oz
A great serum indeed! Makes my hair feel shiny and luscious as soon as I put it on. I would say to put it on before diffusing your hair for best results
Garnier Fructis Hair Filler Moisture Serum
Here's the full set, in case you're interested in trying all the steps together. I can confirm that you'll get better results if you use them all together.
Garnier Fructis Hair Filler Pre-Shampoo Set
Afrolove
One of the best Dominican curly hair care brands out there! Afrolove celebrates textured hair with nourishing products made for curly, coily, and kinky hair. Infused with natural ingredients, the brand hydrates, defines, and enhances your curls while...
My go to conditioner! I can not begin to explain how amazing this conditioner is. It's very smooth, very hydrating and you just feel the difference after your first wash. It's a must have for your curly routine.
Afro Love (Conditioner 16oz)
The fact that you can detangle your hair with your hands with this shampoo was mindblowing to me when I first tried it. Truly nourishes your hair exactly as it claims + it's sulfate free.
Afro Love Nourishing Shampoo 16oz
Forever my go to hair mask. Get yourself a shower cap when you put it on and under a hooded dryer for 15 min. for better results.
Afro Love (Souffle 16oz)
It's currently my go to curl cream. It's one of the fews that can make my curls last for days, specially with my texture. It's heavy duty, so I would say that if you have a looser pattern, stay away from this one.
Afro Love (Curling Puree 8oz)
This leave-in conditioner is amazing cause it not only hydrates your locks, but it also has a great hold in case you want to use it on its own.
Afro Love (Leave-in Smoothie 10oz)
If you want to try the entire hair care line, I encourage you to get the full set. You will love each and every single one of these products!
Afro Love Hair Care 5-piece Set
Cantú
Cantu is a trusted brand known for its rich, nourishing formulas designed specifically for textured hair. With key ingredients like shea butter, Cantu provides deep hydration, definition, and strength to curly, coily, and wavy hair types.
This curl cream is sticky enough to hold a curl for years! I 1000% recommend it to anyone who's starting out on this journey.
Cantu Curl Activator Cream, 12 fl oz
After one use you can literally feel the difference, it’s insane!!
Cantu Hydrating Cream Conditioner, 13.5 Fl Oz
Another gem if you want to detangle your hair while shampooing. Very soft, and also has a great cleaning power.
Cantu Natural Hair Shampoo 13.5oz (Sulfate-Free)
A great protein treatment!! Hair feels stronger and healthier right after I use it.
Cantu Deep Treatment Masque, 12 oz
Olaplex
Known for its innovative bond-building technology, Olaplex helps repair, strengthen, and hydrate hair.
This shampoo feels so smooth on my strands!! Honestly I got to try a small travel size version and I fell in love with it. Been thinking about it ever since.
Olaplex No. 4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo, 8.5 oz
This conditioner keeps all its promises! Feels extremely good on the hair, replenishing the moisture the protein treatments might let out.
Olaplex No. 5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner 8.5oz
10/10!! I used this after straightening my hair and my curls bounced back like nothing happened. I keep the last bit I got of it like it’s gold.
Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector 3.3 fl oz
I used this for a week and let me tell you, frizz was gone!! I live in a tropical country so things like this oil are literal liquid gold for frizzy curly hair.
Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil, Heat Protectant
Here’s a kit with the travel size versions in case you want to try them out or gift them to a curly friend. I promise you won’t regret it!!
Olaplex In Good Repair Hair Kit: No. 3-7
Miscellaneous products
These are very particular curly hair products that I reaaaally love from a few different brands, despite not trying their whole haircare line.
I’ve gone through tubes and tubes of this thing. The one thing guaranteed to hold my curls for days without damaging my hair. My favorite product ever.
Eco Style Gel Olive Oil - 8 oz
A great ally to protect your hair from frizz and heat damage when drying with a diffuser.
Heat Protectant Spray for Hair | TRESemmé US
This thing lives up to its name!! In just 8 seconds you get the shiniest, silkiest hair you’ve ever seen in your life. Do not hesitate to try it!!
L’Oreal Elvive 8 Sec Wonder Water 6.8 FL Oz