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Hair Care Products AND Tools You NEED For Curly Hair!
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items Last September, I cut all my hair off. Literally a buzz cut when it was halfway down my back. Its in the very awkward phase right now so I have been using a flat iron until it grows out more, so I will add some stuff for people who do straighten thei...
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Products Just For Curly Hair
Tools and Such You can't live without for curly hair
Must Haves When You Decide To Straighten Your Curls
Products Just For Curly Hair
While I love the brand all together, I have always loved this set! They also used to have almond scented which I wad obsessed with, but these are great for curly hair and affordable at under $10 a bottle.
OGX Quenching+ Coconut Curls pH Balanced Shampoo 385ml
Not Your Mother's is also an amazing brand, and I love how many options they have just for us with curly hair- they even have a kids 2-in-1 and a detangling spray for kids! This is a super popular pick among curly haired girls and I have never had an...
Shampoo & Conditioner - Not Your Mother's
I actually got this and the coconut oil one as a free sample from PINCHme! (Check it out- its legit and its the only website I've ever found that truly sends free samples for a simple review after using it!) & I am about to have to go buy more of...
Mirror Shine + Argan Oil Pre Wash Gloss | OGX® Beauty
Black Jamaican Castor oil is amazing for hair growth! I've used it ever since 2020 when I had to shave half my head to the scalp over an incident and asked someone at Sally's about hair growth and she recommended black Jamaican castor oil! You can ru...
Sunny Isle Jamaican Black Castor Oil
Have been usimg this ever since they put it on the shelves like 20 years ago when it was $3.97! Definitely helps with frizz and it makes your hair look extra sleek and shiny without looking greasy.
Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Anti-Frizz Serum
I LOVE this stuff. I just spray it on after I get out of the shower on wash days after I've applied my leave-in. It helps mend split ins, conditions your hair for up to 48 hours, and smells freaking AMAZING!
Plump Emulsion + Collagen Conditioning Mist - OGX Beauty
I use this one just like I do the argan pre wash gloss (and yes, I use them together!) And my hair feels much healthier since I've introduced these 2 and the amazing smelling plumping mist into my hair care routine!
Mirror Shine + Coconut Oil Pre Wash Gloss - OGX Beauty
A super affordable and strong gel for curly hair! Just apply when damp and scrunch for a wavy or curly style (depending on your hair type)
Curl Talk Sculpting Gel Flexible Hold $10.99 - Not Your Mother's
This is one of my favorite brands for leave in, and its great for both adults and kids! I love the way it smells too!
Leave-In Conditioning Cream - Cantu Beauty
Pink leave in was the game changer for me! I had been beginning to chop my hair off even using a wet brush because the tangles just would not come out and my guy friend told me about this stuff and he used it on his kids hair and after that it didn't...
Pink Leave In Conditioner - Amazon.com
I suggest using some kind of oil, whichever you prefer. I use several, and a favorite is argan oil. It helps with frizz and gives your hair a sleek shine
Argan Oil - Amazon.com
Another oil, and this one is extremely versatile. Its wonderful for your hair AND skin and I've even heard of people swallowing a spoonful a day. (Also used in cooking but thats for another list)
Coconut Oil - Amazon.com
I just got this the other day at the DG and it makes your hair feel so silky and frizz free without weighing it down like so many other products like mousse and gel do.
Miracle curls leave-in detangling milk
I love this brand because even at the super affordable price, it works almost better than any others!! There are masks, regular conditioner, leave ins, and you can always use the oil for hot oil treatments!
Cocoa Butter + Biotin Length Retention Hair Products
I literally found this, amd it is by FAR the the best shine serum, detangler, and all around makes-your-hair-silky product! Its by far my current favorite and it only takes a small amount (directions say a nickle sized amount, or to start out with) a...
Detangler & Shine - All-In-One Grooming Solution
Tools and Such You can't live without for curly hair
The first and classic detangler brush! I know there are so many more out there these days, but I've stuck with using a wet brush ever since it came out! I only brush my hair when its wet or before I get in the shower (unless I straighten it) but befo...
Wet Brush Official Site - Pain Free Brushing for Every Occasion
Satin pillow cases are a must have, especially if you have chemical or heat damaged hair and are prone to breakage. It helps stop breakage while you sleep!
Satin Pillowcases - Amazon.com
While I personally have both the plain, shower cap like bonnet as well as the one that ties in the front, the simple one saves you a lot of time and frustration if you're just wearing it to sleep. I got mine from the Dollar General, and when my hair ...
Satin Bonnet - Amazon.com
These are amazing and definitely can be used for all hair types, but wouldn't suggest using it after your hair is dry for curly haired people. It really helps lather your shampoo while washing, plus it feels awesome too.
HEETA Scalp Massager Hair Growth Silicone
I was so happy when scrunchies came "back in" because they're so much easier on my hair, and just like with the bonnet and pillowcase, satin scrunchies are even better at preventing breakage or ripping your hair out. Plus, there are so many different...
Kitsch Satin Scrunchies - No Crease, Frizz Control
When styling curly hair, having damp or wet hair is necessary to avoid frizz, so a continuous spray bottle is the smartest choice! A regular mini spray bottle (8oz or 10oz) will work too, just make sure you spray all over.
Continuous Spray Bottle - Amazon.com
Must Haves When You Decide To Straighten Your Curls
I may be stuck in the past still using this, but like they say.."if it ain't broke, don't fix it!" Chi is a really good quality brand altogether IMHO, and their heat protectant spray helps protect your hair from heat damage and its made for all hair ...
Thermal Protection - CHI Haircare
I know there are so many different brands who make flat irons these days, but when I was barely a teenager this was the first quality hair straightener, and ges it was expensive! But as someone who straightened my hair religiously back then, it was w...
CHI Flat Irons and Hair Straighteners
This stuff is amazing both as a spray for shine and even better as a serum! I've used it on and off since middle school, when I got my first CHI. I love it and it smells fancy lbvs
BioSilk - CHI Haircare
I had to add a ceramic straightener because for us with curly hair, ceramic is actually better because it locks in moisture and heats the hair more evenly and is less likely to give us heat damage. The more you know!
Ceramic Flat Irons - 52 Products - Ulta Beauty
Besides sprays, there's also heat protectant oils, both work. You can use one or the other or both, whatever your preference is!
Hair Oil Heat Protectant - Amazon.com