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Natural Hair Care Faves
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items As a natural girly who's been focusing on the overall health (i.e. curl pattern, length retention, scalp, etc.) of her curls and coils, I thought I'd share some of my favorite products. If any stand out, give them a try!
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Scalp Cleanser and Pre-Poo Recs
Shampoo Recs
Conditioner Recs
Hair Mask and Protein Treatment Recs
Grease and Oil Recs
Styling Product Recs
Scalp Cleanser and Pre-Poo Recs
This is a product that has helped with retaining length and strands. I use this when taking down braids to help detangle my hair prior to shampooing. It also starts to remove any product buildup that could cause shedding/breakage when taking styles d...
Aloe & Coconut Water Pre-Shampoo, 18oz
I used to suffer from really bad dandruff/ dry scalp due to the long-term styles that I was wearing. THIS SAVED MY SCALP! I highly recommend using this after any long-term styles (i.e. sew-ins, braids, etc.) prior to shampooing. You can feel the cool...
Peppermint & Aloe Soothing Scalp Tonic
Shampoo Recs
Anytime your hair has excessive product on it, I highly recommend using a clarifying shampoo for your first round of shampooing. This one by Odele is my current favorite! It removes any and all product leaving your strands squeaky clean.
Clarifying Shampoo
It's pricey, but so worth it! If you're looking to truly invest in some quality products, this Clarifying Shampoo and Scalp Scrub by Cecred is top tier! Your scalp and hair strands will definitely thank you.
Clarifying Shampoo & Scalp Exfoliating Scrub
Anytime you begin with a clarifying shampoo, you have to be sure to add the moisture back to your hair in order to prevent breakage. My second round of shampooing calls for this moistur and shine shampoo by Carol's Daughters. It's still cleansing you...
Black Vanilla Moisture & Shine Sulfate Free Shampoo
My third and final round of shampooing calls for this fortifying shampoo by Carol's Daughters. Because my hair used to be prone to breakage, I like to use products that combat that. This shampoo (along with other products in my regimen) has really he...
Goddess Strength Fortifying Shampoo With Castor Oil
Conditioner Recs
This is my favorite conditioner right now! Because I used to struggle with breakage, I started using this Goddess Strength Conditioner by Carol's Daughters, and I have seen significant improvement. It leaves my hair so soft and smelling almost edible...
Goddess Strength Fortifying Conditioner With Castor Oil
This Almond & Avocado Conditioner by Design Essentials does not wrong in my eyes. Really the entire Almond & Avocado line is perfection 👌🏾
Almond & Avocado Moisturizing & Detangling Conditioner
Again, it's pricey but worth it! For those of you looking to invest in quality products for your hair care journey, Cecred's Conditioner is the one. I'm still new to the Cecred line, but my hair loves it and feels very soft and moisturized after usin...
Natural Hair Conditioners: Silicone & Sulfate Free
I use this Goddess Strength Leave-In Conditioning Cream FAITHFULLY! Not only do I use it on Wash Day, but I also use it to refresh my hair during the weak. On Wash Day, I use it after my conditioner (or after any masks or protein treatments if I do o...
Goddess Strength Divine Strength Leave In Cream With Castor Oil
Hair Mask and Protein Treatment Recs
MY HOLY GRAIL! I love this Soulfood Nourishing Hair Mask by Amika with my entire heart! I, typically, apply this after washing out my conditioner, and I'll cover my hair and let it sit on for about 10-15 minutes before washing it out. I try to use th...
nourishing hair mask for dry hair : soulfood
This is not just a protein treatment, it's THEE protein treatment! I apply this after washing out my conditioner (before applying leave-in conditioner) about once a month to help the overall health of my curls. Also, if you're working against dry/bri...
Miracle RepaiRx CPR Protein Treatment
Say it with me, "It's a bit pricey, but it's worth it!" 😆 I've only used this mask twice, but the way my hair was thriving after each use means only one thing... MY HAIR LOVED IT! If you have the funds to invest in this product, I highly recommend i...
Reconstructing Treatment Mask
Grease and Oil Recs
Blue Magic will always be a staple in my hair care regimen! I'm currently using the OG Blue Magic (blue grease), but I also love the way my hair reacts to the Bergamot (green grease) and the Indian Hemp (clear with blue label). I use Blue Magic direc...
Blue Magic - Originals - Cremes- Argans
I like to seal in all of the moisture from the leave-in and grease with a little bit of oil. This has truly helped to keep my edges on tact and healthy. I rotate between a couple, but I love the results and how my hair smells after using this Goddess...
Goddess Strength 7 Oil Blend Scalp & Hair Oil
If you don't get anything else from Cecred's line, GET THIS! These Edge Drops by Cecred have changed the overall growth and density of my edges. IT'S A MUST HAVE!
Hair Growth Serum - Edge Drops
Styling Product Recs
I pour this in a spray bottle to spray on my hair before adding products. This keeps my hair hydrated way better than water alone could. Be sure to store in the refrigerator!
Aloe Vera Multi-Symptom Relief Liquid Digestive Health Treatment Drink
One of my go-to mousse options for styling my natural curls. All it takes is this one product, and your curls will be luscious!
MOUSSE DEF Texture Foam® 7 oz
My other go-to mousse option is this Crazy Sexy Curl Mousse by The Doux. My curls have so much volume after using this. You only have to use this one product for beautiful, luxurious curls.
CRAZYSEXYCURL™ Honey Setting Foam 7oz
My third and final mousse option is the Chief Rocka Xtreme Moisture Mousse. This mousse leaves my curls super defined, so if you're wanting to focus on curl definition, get Chief Rocka!
Chief Rocka Xtreme Moisture | Curl Defining Mousse
This Honey Bee Curl Custard by The Doux leaves my curls defined and moisturized. It leaves a light cast on your curls for long-lasting results, and my wash-n-gos last up to 5 days or so using this product before I need to refresh anything.
BEE GIRL Honey Curl Custard 16oz
Whenever I am refreshing my wash-n-gos, braid outs, or twist outs I use this Fresh To Def Leave-In Curl Refresher by Yhe Doux. It smells amazing and will give that hair style about 2-3 more days of wear.
FRESH TO DEF Leave-in Curl Refresher
If I am blow drying and straightening my hair, I always use Chi Infra Silk Infusion to help add luster and shine. A little goes a long way!
Infra Silk Infusion - 0.5 Ounce
I use Chi 44 Iron Guard whenever I am blow drying and straightening my hair. This protects against heat damage. NEVER SKIP THE HEAT PROTECTANT!
44 Iron Guard Thermal Protection Spray - 2 Ounces
This Perfect Medium Holding Spray by Kenra is essential when you're needing a long-lasting hold. Whenever I am styling my hair and adding any type of curls, I always spray this while allowing the curls to set. My curls stay in tact all night!
Perfect Medium Spray 13
Want to lay those edges without that annoying white cast/buildup? This edge control by Pattern is your answer!
Edge Control For Natural Hair