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my top hair care essentials🧖🏼♀️
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items my ride-or-die hair care staples for keeping naturally wavy, curly hair soft, defined, and actually cooperating ♡
This is my full hair routine + all the products I actually use and keep coming back to as someone with naturally wavy/curly hair that g...
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waves + curls must haves!
split ends, frizz + heat damage repair
styling tools + products
wash day necessities!
waves + curls must haves!
These are the products that helped me bring back my natural curl/wave pattern and actually start liking my natural hair again. They help with definition, frizz, and just making my hair look more like itself without a ton of effort.
A super nourishing hair mask I use when my curls/waves feel really dry or frizzy. It helps bring back softness, definition, and hydration so my hair feels healthier and way more manageable again.
Curl Butter Hair Mask for Deep Moisture
A lightweight curl cream I use to enhance my natural waves/curls without weighing my hair down. It helps with definition, softness, and frizz control while still keeping my hair feeling airy and not crunchy or heavy.
Curl Light Defining Styling Cream
A medium-hold curl gel I use to help define my waves/curls and reduce frizz. It keeps my hair in place without making it feel crunchy or stiff, just more defined and controlled.
Ceramide Jelly Medium-Hold Curl Defining Gel - Bounce Curl | Sephora
A curl defining cream I use to enhance my natural waves/curls and help with frizz. It gives my hair more shape and softness without making it feel heavy or crunchy.
Hydra-Lite Weightless Curl Defining Hair Cream - Bounce Curl | Sephora
A leave-in conditioner I use to keep my curls/waves hydrated and defined. It helps with frizz and makes my hair easier to style while still feeling soft and lightweight.
Moisture Lock Hydrating Leave-in Conditioner for Curly Hair - Ouidad | Sephora
A curl mousse I use to boost definition and volume in my waves/curls. It helps control frizz and gives my hair more shape without feeling sticky or crunchy.
Curl Mousse - Bumble and bumble | Sephora
An amazing hair dryer with a removable diffuser attachment that I use when I want to dry my curls/waves without ruining their shape. It helps add volume and definition while reducing frizz, so my natural texture comes out looking more even and define...
Defrizzion Travel Hair Dryer & Diffuser - Curlsmith | Sephora
A wide-tooth wooden comb I use to gently detangle my curls/waves without causing breakage or frizz. It helps my hair stay defined and smooth, especially when it’s wet or freshly styled.
Scalp Massager Comb - Fable & Mane | Sephora
warm, soft curl definition with a slightly cozy citrus-vanilla twist ♡ this lush curl power styling cream is a rich leave-in styler made to hydrate, soften, and define curls, coils, and waves without crunch. it’s packed with nourishing butters and oi...
Curl Power
split ends, frizz + heat damage repair
These are the products I use when my hair feels dry, frizzy, or just kinda damaged from heat or everyday life. They’ve helped repair and smooth things out over time so my hair feels healthier and way less chaotic. Basically my go-to reset for getting...
A smoothing serum I use on damp or dry hair when I want extra shine and less frizz. It helps make my hair look more polished and soft without feeling greasy or heavy.
Elvive-Glycolic-Gloss-Leave-In-Serum
A deep repair mask I use when my hair feels really dry or damaged. I leave it in for a bit in the shower and it helps strengthen, smooth, and make my hair feel way softer and healthier afterward.
Acidic Bonding Concentrate 5 Min Liquid Hair Mask | Redken
A super intense protein treatment I use when my hair feels really dry, weak, or damaged. It helps strengthen and bring my hair back to life, but I only use it sometimes so I don’t overload my hair.
Extreme Mega Mask: Protein Treatment for Dry Hair | Redken
A smoothing shampoo, conditioner, and heat protectant set I use when I want my hair to look extra shiny and healthy. It helps reduce frizz, adds a glossy finish, and protects my hair from heat styling so it stays soft and less damaged.
Acidic Color Gloss Set: Shampoo, Conditioner & Leave-In | Redken
A leave-in repair treatment I use when my hair feels really damaged or over-processed. It helps strengthen and restore my hair from the inside out, and I notice it feels smoother, softer, and way more manageable over time.
Leave-in Molecular Repair Hair Mask - K18 Biomimetic Hairscience | Sephora
A leave-in conditioner and heat protectant I use to keep my hair soft, hydrated, and protected from heat styling. It helps with frizz and makes my hair easier to detangle while still feeling lightweight and not greasy. Also, it smells INCREDIBLE
Strawberry Gum Miracle Mist Leave-In Conditioner & Heat Protectant - BondiBoost | Sephora
A lightweight leave-in mist I use to refresh and soften my hair between washes. It helps with frizz, adds a bit of hydration and shine, and keeps my hair feeling smooth without weighing it down or making it greasy.
Honey Milk Active Repair Leave In Conditioner Mist - Gisou | Sephora
A lightweight hair oil I use on my ends when my hair feels dry or frizzy. It helps smooth things out, adds shine, and makes my hair look healthier without feeling greasy or heavy.
No. 7 Bonding Hair Oil - Olaplex | Sephora
A super nourishing hair mask I use when my hair feels really dry or needs extra love. It makes my hair feel softer, smoother, and more hydrated without weighing down my waves or curls.
Soulfood Nourishing Hair Mask - amika | Sephora
A bond repair mask I use when my hair feels damaged or weak from heat or styling. It helps strengthen, smooth, and make my hair feel healthier and softer over time without weighing it down.
Bond Repair Balm Hair Mask for Damaged Hair - OUAI | Sephora
A lightweight leave-in conditioner I use to keep my hair soft, hydrated, and easier to detangle. It helps with frizz and makes my waves/curls feel more manageable without weighing them down.
Hydrate Detangling Leave-In Conditioner for Dry, Frizzy Hair - Verb | Sephora
styling tools + products
These are the things I use to actually style my hair and make my waves/curls look more defined and put together. They’ve helped me figure out easy ways to style my hair without overthinking it or doing too much, just simple tools and products that wo...
A heat protectant and shine serum I use before styling to keep my hair safe from heat and add a smooth, glossy finish. It helps control frizz and makes my hair look more polished without feeling heavy or greasy.
Silkening Gloss Heat Protectant Hair Shine Serum - Kenra Professional | Sephora
A lightweight mousse I use when I want more volume and body in my hair. It helps boost lift at the roots and gives my waves/curls a bit more shape without making my hair feel crunchy or heavy.
Plus Size Volume & Body Mousse - amika | Sephora
A blow-dry spray I use before heat styling to protect my hair and cut down on frizz. It helps my hair dry smoother and faster while keeping it soft and not puffy or frizzy.
Blow-Dry Spray Frizz Control Heat Protectant - Kenra Professional | Sephora
A dry shampoo I use between wash days to soak up oil and add a little volume back at my roots. It keeps my hair feeling fresh without having to fully wash and restyle everything.
dry shampoo with no white residue : perk up - Amika
A leave-in spray mask I use on dry hair when it needs a quick hydration boost. It helps smooth frizz, add softness, and refresh my hair without needing a full wash or heavy product.
leave-in dry hair mask spray : soulstruck - Amika
A curl-friendly brush I use to detangle and help shape my waves/curls without causing frizz. It makes styling easier and helps my hair look more defined when I’m doing my routine.
Define EdgeLift Brush for Curl Definition & Styling Control - Bounce Curl | Sephora
A round brush hair dryer I use when I want a smoother blowout with more volume. It helps dry and style my hair at the same time, making it look more polished with less effort and less frizz.
2" Blowout Brush 3-in-1 Hair Dryer with Detachable Round Brush - BondiBoost | Sephora
A heated round brush I use when I want a quick, smooth blowout with a bit of volume. It helps style my hair while drying it, making everything look more polished and less frizzy without a ton of effort.
Infrared Heated Thermal Hot Round Brush - BondiBoost | Sephora
A set of styling clips I use to section my hair when I’m blow-drying or styling. They make everything way easier to manage and help me get more even, put-together results without my hair getting in the way.
Hold Me Hair Clips - Drybar | Sephora
warm, sweet, and basically your hair’s dessert-coded glow-up ♡ this lush sticky dates hair primer is a leave-in treatment that helps detangle, soften, and smooth your hair while adding lightweight moisture and shine. made with almond, oat, coconut mi...
Sticky Dates Hair Primer | LUSH
wash day necessities!
These are my basic wash day staples, the shampoo and conditioners I always go back to. They help keep my hair clean, soft, and manageable without stripping it or messing with my natural texture. Basically just the foundation of my whole hair routine.
A lightweight conditioner that gives my hair softness without weighing it down. I like using it when I want a bit more volume and bounce, but still need hydration.
Thickening Volume Conditioner For Instant Fullness
A lightweight shampoo that cleans my hair without making it feel dry or stripped. I use it when I want volume and a fresh reset without losing my natural texture.
Thickening Volume Shampoo for Instant Fullness
A gentle curl shampoo that helps cleanse my hair without messing up my natural wave/curl pattern. It keeps my hair feeling clean, soft, and more defined instead of frizzy or stripped.
Curl Moisturizing Shampoo | Bumble and bumble.
A really soft, hydrating conditioner that helps define my natural curls/waves and keeps my hair from getting dry or frizzy. It makes my hair feel smooth and way easier to manage without weighing it down.
Curl 3-in-1 Moisturizing Conditioner
A shine-boosting shampoo and conditioner duo I use when my hair feels dull or a little rough. It helps smooth everything out, adds a nice glossy finish, and makes my hair feel softer and more healthy without weighing down my waves/curls.
Elvive-Glycolic-Gloss-Shampoo
A shine-boosting shampoo and conditioner duo I use when my hair feels dull or a little rough. It helps smooth everything out, adds a nice glossy finish, and makes my hair feel softer and more healthy without weighing down my waves/curls.
Elvive-Glycolic-Gloss-Conditioner
A strengthening shampoo and conditioner I use when I’m trying to focus on hair growth and keeping my hair healthier overall. It helps reduce breakage and keeps my hair feeling strong, soft, and a little more manageable.
Extreme Length Shampoo & Conditioner | Long Hair | Redken
A repairing shampoo and conditioner I use when my hair feels damaged, dry, or just kind of weak. It helps strengthen and smooth my hair while making it feel softer and more healthy over time without stripping it.
Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo & Conditioner Set | Redken
A scalp serum I use when I want to focus on strengthening my roots and reducing breakage. It helps keep my scalp healthy and supports overall hair growth, especially when my hair feels weak or stressed.
Genesis Strengthening Serum for Hair and Scalp - Kérastase | Sephora
A microfiber hair towel I use after washing my hair to gently dry it without causing frizz or damage. It helps soak up water without roughing up my curls/waves and keeps my hair smoother while it dries.
Microfiber Hair Towel - Amazon.com
warm, creamy, and basically your hair’s cozy vanilla latte moment ♡ this lush super milk shampoo is a protein-rich cleanser made with tofu, agave, and olive oil that gently cleans while adding softness, strength, and shine. it lathers into a rich, si...
Super Milk
soft, fruity, and low-key like banana bread for your hair ♡ this lush banana conditioner is super creamy and lightweight, made with fresh banana, coconut yogurt, and nourishing oils that help smooth, soften, and detangle without weighing your hair do...
Banana
soft, creamy, and basically your hair’s vanilla-milk glow-up in a bottle ♡ this lush super milk conditioner is rich with almond milk, coconut milk, oat milk, banana, and olive oil to deeply soften, detangle, and smooth your hair while adding shine wi...
Super Milk