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Curly Hair Essentials
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items I have 3C/4A high porosity curls. These are all the products and things that I’ve used and recommend for other curly girls looking for solid products. I also have kids with curly hair, so sharing products that I use for them as well.
Sections
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Shampoos & Co-washes
Conditioners & Deep Conditioners
Leave-Ins, Creams, and Butters
Oils
Gels
Tools
Shampoos & Co-washes
All the shampoos/co-washes that I recommend.
This is my FAVORITE cowash and nothing has ever come close. It’s harder to find, but worth it! It has great slip and is great to use in between wash days to cleanse your hair from product build up.
EDEN BodyWorks Coconut Shea Cleansing Cowash 16oz
This is my go to for washing my hair. Affordable and always gets the job done.
SheaMoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen & Restore Shampoo - 13 fl oz
This is a solid cowash that also gets the job done, but I still prefer the Eden bodyworks brand. When I’m unable to get that, this is my second favorite.
Camille Rose Coconut Water Curl Coating Cowash
Conditioners & Deep Conditioners
Great conditioner that smells great and does a great job!
Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Conditioner for Frizzy, Dry, Unmanageable Hair - 21 fl oz
My favorite deep conditioner. Great slip and super moisturizing. Always leaves my curls looking great.
SheaMoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen & Restore Hair Mask - 12oz
Another really great deep conditioner!
Camille Rose Algae Renew Deep Conditioning Mask - 8oz
Leave-Ins, Creams, and Butters
This works really well especially if you have thick hair.
Camille Rose Curl Love Moisture Milk - 8oz
A really great product! One of my favorites. Moisturizes my curls so well.
TGIN Miracle RepaiRx Protective Leave-In Conditioner - 13 fl oz
Another great leave-in option.
SheaMoisture Jamaican Black Castor Hair Oil Reparative Leave-In Conditioner - 11.5 fl oz
Great for thicker hair. Very moisturizing and smells great!
SheaMoisture Coconut and Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie For Thick Curly Hair - 3.2oz
A classic leave in that works really well for curly hair.
SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Style Milk For Thick Curly Hair - 8 fl oz
Great for braid outs or twist outs.
Camille Rose Almond Jai Twisting Butter - 8oz
Cheap and gets the job done! One of my go-to’s when I don’t want to spend a lot of money but want a product I know will get the job done.
Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Intensely Smooth Leave-In Conditioning Cream - 10.2 fl oz
Perfect for wash and go’s!! Only need this product and watch how good your curls look.
Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Curl Nourish Butter Cream leave-In Treatment - 10.2 fl oz
Oils
Great for using on scalp or when you braid hair.
Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Scalp & Strengthening Hair Oil - 2 fl oz
I love this for my ends when they need some every shine or for my scalp when it’s dry.
Mielle Organics Mint Almond Oil - 8 fl oz
Gels
This could be used as a styler, but I prefer to use it as a gel. Smells so good and works great for my hair. It’s really moisturizing too and doesn’t leave my hair feeling super dry.
Camille Rose Curl Maker - 12oz
My go to gel! Great for slicking hair down without any build up and I also use for my edges.
ECO STYLE Professional Styling Gel Black Castor & Flaxseed Oil - 16 fl oz
Perfect for laying down those edges! A little goes a long way.
Moco Gorila Punk Squizz Hair Gel - 11.9 fl oz
Such a great edge control that will have your edges LAID all day. They won’t budge through sweat and everything!
STRONG HOLD- THICK EDGES- EDGE CONTROL BASK AND LATHER Gel Haircare strong edge - TikTok Shop
Tools
Great for parting, edges, and slick back styles.
SWEET VIEW 3 Pcs Hair Brush & Edge Comb Set
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BESTOOL Detangling Brush for Black Curly Hair
GranNaturals Boar Bristle Slick Back Hair Brush
Straightening Your Hair
My favorite heat protector and it smells really good too! Works well for thick hair. Very moisturizing and makes hair look shiny and sleek.
ORS Olive Oil Heat Protection Hair Serum 6oz
My favorite blow dryer brush! It makes it so much easier to blow dry my hair and detangles at the same time! Saves me so much time when I’m straightening my hair.
Multifunctional Hot Air Comb, 1 Box Automatic Hair Straightener, Negative Ion Hot Air Comb, Hair Styling Tool for Home & Salon Use, Hair Styling Tools, Thermal Brush, Hot Comb - TikTok Shop
I love this flat iron! I’ve used it for YEARS and it has never failed me.
CONAIR INFINITIPRO 2-inch Flat Iron
Kids
I love this leave in conditioner for my kids. Easy to spray and apply, smells really good, and moisturizes their curls. Also a great detangler and helps to comb out knots.
SheaMoisture Leave-In Conditioning Milk- 8 fl oz
Cute headbands for kids. Comes with a bunch of colors and aren’t uncomfortable to wear. My daughter loves these to match her outfits.
Girls' 8pk Woven Tinsel Headband - Cat & Jack™: Hair Styling Accessories, All Hair Types
I use this when I braid my daughter’s hair and it’s great. No bad ingredients and has helped her hair grow healthy and strong.
Nature's Blessings Hair Pomade 4 oz.
Great hair ties for doing braid and twist styles on littles!
100 Pcs Baby Seamless Cotton Hair Ties