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HAIR: Tools + products for thick, dry Polynesian hair

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NOTE: My hair had a nanoplasty treatment since March 2025 .There are products here that are recommended for mantaining my nanoplasty and also products I recommend for when my hair is in it's curly natural state. Read through the notes for more info. 

I’ve tried so many products over the years for my big, thick and curly Tongan hair! These are the ones I keep coming back to. From everyday basics to treatments that actually make a difference, this list is full of the hair care staples that keep my ...
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TOOLS

These are the tools that actually make styling easier, no gimmicks, just the ones that get the job done. From brushes I reach for every day to the hot tools that save me when I need to look put together fast, this lineup is basically my hair toolkit....

 
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Every girl needs a pack of rattail combs
3-Pack Steel Pin Rat Tail Combs Heat Resistant
 
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Wait till your hair is 80% dry before using this. NOT GOOD for those of you with fine hair. With small enough sections, this saves SOOOO much time blowdrying.
REVLON One-Step Volumizer Hair Dryer Styler
 
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Theeee most effective flat iron, but do not use if your hair is already heat damaged. The plates heat up FAST. I love this for the curling iron feature as well
BaBylissPRO Nano Titanium Prima Ionic Flat Iron
 
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I use this flat iron the most even though it's not as effective as my BaByliss. The reason being that the ceramic plates are gentler on my hair.
CHI Ceramic Series 1" Flat Iron Hair Straightener
 
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When I have the energy, I'll use this to massage my scalp in the shower while washing my hair. Scalp health = hair growth lol
HEETA Silicone Scalp Massager & Shampoo Brush
 
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IF YOU WANT A SLICK BACK, YOU NEED THIS BRUSH IDC WHAT YOU HEARD
Boar Bristle Hair Brush for Men - Wooden Handle

WASH

I keep my wash routine super simple! Just these two products. Nothing extra, just the essentials that leave my hair clean, healthy, and easy to manage.

 
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My holygrail!!! Intense moisture repair. If I don't order this from Amazon, I go to Ulta, but Amazon is the best for these jumbo sizes.
Joico Moisture Recovery Shampoo & Conditioner
 
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If you want your hair to grow you NEED to keep your scalp clean. I have dry flaky scalp which shows up even after I wash. This is a great detox and I use it on Ema's hair as well. I'll use this 2-3 a month.
G+H CLEAR+ Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse 10.1oz

STYLE

These are my go-tos for making my hair look put together without a ton of effort. From products that fight frizz to the ones that add shine or hold, this is the little lineup I trust to keep my hair looking good day to day!!

 
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Every day use type of product. 8/10 in terms hold, I have to reapply after about 4-5 hours, but small enough to fit into a purse so it's not a big deal.
Samnyte Hair Wax Stick - Styling Cream 2.7oz
 
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The best thing I've used so far to lock in my straightened hair!!! Holds up pretty well with humidity. I really focus this on my roots when styling
COLOR WOW Dream Coat Supernatural Spray
 
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8.5/10 hold!
Mielle Organics Rosemary & Mint Edge Control Gel
 
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She's good, but she's priceyyyyy
Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Serum Blowout Primer
 
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You can go 100 on the freeway babes with the windows down. The hair is not moving
Paul Mitchell Extra-Body Firm Hairspray 9.5oz
 
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Ol reliable!!
Eco Style Olive Oil Gel - Shine & Hold 8oz
 
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I use this on Ema's hair to maintain her curls! Smells DIVINE
Curls Blueberry Bliss Reparative Leave-In Conditioner 8oz