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Protective Style Routine

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For my kinky and curly hair girls care doesn’t stop when your hair’s tucked away. This collection is your guide to nourishing, moisturizing, and maintaining your real hair while in wigs, braids, twists, and natural styles — without disrupting the loo...
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Wigs & Sew-Ins

Keep your braids underneath clean, your scalp soothed, and your leave-out healthy. This is the balance between laid and long-lasting.

 
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Lightweight, great for growth and scalp health. ⚠️ Can tingle — avoid on irritated scalp.
Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening Oil
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Nourishes your roots without loosening your braid base.
Camille Rose Cocoa Nibs & Honey Hair Serum 8oz
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Sets wigs, flyaways, or leave-out for that fresh silk press look.
Nairobi Wrapp-It Shine Foaming Lotion, 8 Ounce
 
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A great foam that won’t leave hair crunchy or dry
MOUSSE DEF Texture Foam® 7 oz

Braids

These picks focus on moisture, scalp health, and frizz control while keeping your braids neat and long-lasting.

 
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Moisturizes braids without buildup.
Rose Water Curl Refresher
 
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Controls frizz while keeping braids soft
Aunt Jackie's Grapeseed Frizz Patrol Mousse 8.5oz
 
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Designed specifically for long-term styles.
Taliah Waajid Hair Gro Bamboo & Coconut Oil
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Lightweight but nourishing leave-in for braid bases
KeraCare Coconut Water 16oz Hair Spray
 
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Relieves itchy scalp in seconds. ⚠️ Contains menthol — test on small area first.
Jamaican Mango & Lime Max Relief GRO Spray
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For daily refreshing without unraveling.
Locsanity Daily Moisturizing Spray for Locs
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Boho curls

Boho styles need care that won’t frizz out the curly ends or weigh them down. Lightweight, anti-frizz, and shine-enhancing products are key.

 
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Lightweight and calming without buildup.
Scalp Serum For Natural Hair
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Adds shine and sets without crunching curls.
Creme of Nature Argan Oil Foaming Mousse 7oz
 
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Softens curly pieces beautifully
Palmer's Coconut Oil Curl Refresher Spray
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For shine on the curly ends only. ⚠️ Only use on curly hair — avoid roots and synthetic sections.
OGX Coconut Oil Weightless Hydrating Hair Mist
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Twists

Twists are prone to frizz and dryness. These products hydrate, reduce unraveling, and soothe the scalp for long wear.

 
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Use before styling or retwisting roots
SheaMoisture Raw Shea Butter Detangler 8 oz
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Moisturizes twist roots without making them unravel
Camille Rose Aloe Whipped Butter Hair Gel 8oz
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Keeps roots and parts soft
tgin Green Tea Super Moist Leave-In Conditioner 13oz
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Light hold and shine enhancer.
Shea Moisture Curl Mousse Coconut Hibiscus 7.5oz
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Adds sheen without greasiness
Uncle Funky's Daughter Glossy Hair Polish
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Cornrows/flat twists (with or without added hair)

You need light oils, moisture sprays, and gentle refreshers that won’t weigh down or loosen the style.

 
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Light spray formula perfect for flat styles.
Alikay Naturals Lemongrass Leave In Conditioner 8oz
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Penetrates to the scalp fast, good for growth and dry areas
The Mane Choice Alpha Multi-Vitamin Scalp Oil
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Smells amazing, hydrates well
Oyin Juices & Berries Herbal Leave-In Tonic
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Dab small amounts on parts for moisture. ⚠️ Use sparingly to avoid buildup.
tgin Butter Cream Daily Moisturizer 12oz

Mini twists/braids natural hair

This list focuses on moisture, softness, and style longevity — while being safe for your real texture.

 
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Helps with styling and keeps hair hydrated
Kinky-Curly Knot Today Leave-In Conditioner
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Rich, softening cream that won't make hair greasy
As I Am Double Butter Rich Daily Moisturizer 16oz
 
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Helps define and seal mini braids or twists
Curls Blueberry Bliss Twist-N-Shout Cream 8oz
 
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Can cleanse scalp in braids and twists without undoing them
Taliah Waajid Stimulating Herbal Cleanser 8oz.
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Great for edges, nape, and soothing tight spots.
EDEN BodyWorks Peppermint Tea Tree Hair Oil
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