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Curly Hair Go-Tos

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Embrace your curls! Styling products I swear by! Also shampoo, conditioner, and products for straighter hairstyles.
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Wash & Condition

 
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Perimenopause has definitely changed my hair, and we lose hair as we age. This shampoo and conditioner has helped IMMENSELY with hair loss (I'm no longer pulling clumps out of the drain). It has also restored the bonds in my hair, so there is much le...
L'Oreal Paris Sulfate Free Bond Repair+ Shampoo
 
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This intense conditioner works FAST! And you only need to leave it on your hair for one minute. It smells amazing, and with just one minute of deep conditioning, my hair is incredibly soft (and lasts for days).
Dove Hair Intensive Repair 10in1 Serum Mask
 
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Perfect for taking out the brass and pumping hair with shine
Ulta Beauty
 
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These will help salvage and repair dry, color-treated, and otherwise damaged hair.
BondiBoost.com

Styling

 
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Step 1 – this miracle leave-in conditioner not only helps to detangle my hair, but also helps repair it.
It's a 10 Miracle Leave-In Conditioner
 
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Step 2 - I live in the swamps of DC, and our summers are HUMID and STICKY. This mousse is the #1 KEY to keeping my hair from frizzing out. This is the first cast that you need to keep your curls defined.
Strictly Curls® Curl Enhancing Styling Foam - Marc Anthony
 
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Step 3 - it says cream, but it's more of a gel. And I've been using it for DECADES. It smells amazing and it keeps my curls soft.
Strictly Curls® Curl Envy Cream - Marc Anthony
 
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Any wide-toothed comb will work.
Wide Tooth Comb
 
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GREAT curl gel that creates a hard cast for those very humid days
Kinky-Curly Original Curling Custard Natural Hair Styling Gel - 8oz
 
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Not only does this heat protectant smell AMAZING, it also protects your hair from heat and coats it with a light sheen to make your hair shine. I LOVE this stuff!
Kristin Ess Hydrating Heat Protection Spray
 
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Incredible finishing oil for both curly and straight hair styles. It also smells amazing. I use it to tame fly-aways and smooth the ends of my hair.
JVN Nourishing Shine Drops 1.7oz Oil
 
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Another great curl cream and gel (which creates a hard cast)
Curl Talk Defining Cream
 
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Perfect for a frizz-free, hard cast
Curl Talk Sculpting Gel