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Thank God I'm Natural

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This list is specifically for my natural haired gals! Although I have locs now, I would tell you to run and not walk to get these brands/products for your hair.
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Cleansers

clean scalp and hair is the foundation to every style. start off with one of these cleansers, shampoos, or scalp refreshers and the rest is history! 

 
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This shampoo will leave your scalp clean and your hair soft. Don't believe me? Try it yourself!
Black Castor Oil + Chebe Shampoo Cleanser
 
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Not a shampoo but it will cleanse your scalp and give it that refreshed feeling
Mint Condition Braid and Scalp Spray
 
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not only will your hair be squeaky clean, it will also soft like butter.
Melanin Haircare African Black Soap Reviving Shampoo
 
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great scalp cleanser for in between wash days
Black Earth Products Moisture Clenz 8oz
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this rinse will cleanse and detox your hair AND your thoughts
Apple Cider Vinegar Hair and Scalp Rinse | GIRL+HAIR
 
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one of the best moisturizing, deep cleansing shampoos you could ever use
Moisturizing Black Soap Shampoo
 
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so clarifying, it will was the day away!
Breakdown Clarifying Shampoo | Hair Cleanser for Natural Hair

Deep Conditioners

…deep conditioner make it grow longer!!! Please tell me you know the song, PLEASE! Deep Conditioning is an extra form of love and care for your hair.

 
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Not up for debate or discussion as to how this is the best deep conditioner for your fro
Afrotastic Curl Elastic- Deep Conditioning Treat
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The name says it all! it's going to soften your hair so much your fingers glide through it while deeply nourishing your scalp and hair.
Glide & Go Deep Ayurvedic Fenugreek Mask Treatment
 
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one word… MOISTURE!
Algae Renew Deep Conditioning Mask

Conditioners and co-wash

Conditioners and co-washes are already slept on, for some odd reason. So, don't sleep on these cause they exist for a pretty good reason. 

 
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what do you mean it's not shampoo??? Could've fooled me!
Curl Quenching Conditioning Wash
 
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use this after shampoo and your hair will feel like a cloud!
Triple Moisture Cream Conditioner - Texture ID
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Leave In Conditioners and Moisturizers

You need a good leave in/ moisturizer to kick off styling or refresh your hair the next day. Trust me when I say these leave ins are the BEST and provide some of the greatest moisture EVER. 

 
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also great for people with locs! gives the hair wonderful hydration and smells lovely.
Rose Water Smoothing Leave In Conditioner
 
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any leave in by curlsmith, I will swear by. Even if I've never used it before. IDC they're that good!
Leave-In Conditioners
 
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leaves your hair as smooth as honey and the best part is that it's not sticky!!
Honey Leave in conditioner
 
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The smell alone will make you want to continuously invest in this
Miracle Drops Leave-In - Conditioner 8oz
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three words: moisture, slip, and yummy (the smell of course)
Leave-In Conditioner - Sweet Potato Pie Extra Creamy
 
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definition, hydration, and the SMELL?! Gimme that!
Latte Leave-In Hair Styling Cream
 
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a STAPLE!
Curls Blueberry Bliss Reparative Leave-In Conditioner 8oz
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Knots BE GONE!
Kinky-Curly Knot Today Natural Detangler
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you can moisturize and strengthen your hair at the same time with this leave in
Miracle RepaiRx Protective Leave in Conditioner
 
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not a leave in but it sure feels like one, especially when you use it daily.
Butter Cream Daily Moisturizer
 
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it's a leave in. no, it's a moisturizer. idk what it is, just go get it if you want hydrated hair!
Fresh Curl – Styling Cream for Hair
 
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and my hair has never been softer
Black Castor Oil + Chebe Buttercream

Oils

Oils are used to seal. So seal the deal with these baddies and you'll be locked in for life!

 
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moisture AND growth?! yes ma'am!
Cocoa Nibs + Honey Ultimate Strength Serum
 
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hair will start sprouting out of the top of your head after using these drops
Kaleidoscope Drops
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Beyonce! Yas girl! You did that! These drops that is!
Hair Density Serum - Edge Drops
 
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Add this to your routine for healthier, shinier hair
Melanin Haircare Multi-Use Pure Oil Blend
 
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if your hair could use a little more power, try using this oil!
Curls Blueberry Bliss Hair & Scalp Oil 4oz
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your hair growth will be INSANE once you start using this
Essential 17 Hair Growth Oil

Stylers

Waves, curls, and coils! These stylers do not discriminate and will give you the definition and hold you so rightfully deserve. 

 
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The only product you need for a long lasting, defined wash n go
BIG POPPA Defining Gel™ 16oz
 
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If you don't want defined, long lasting curls then don't buy this! My curls used to last me all the way until my next wash day without refreshing.
Curly Curl Cream 6oz | Curls, Waves & Naturals
 
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this paired with a really good gel is straight PRESSURE!
Almond & Avocado Curl Enhancing Mousse
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Bee's cousin Big Poppa said to shoot your shot with Bee cause she's that girl!
BEE GIRL Honey Curl Custard 16oz
 
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ever wanted to do a one product wash n go? Well here ya go!
MOUSSE DEF Texture Foam® 7 oz
 
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This gel will have your curls poppin, smelling good, AND moisturized!
Don't Shrink Flaxseed Elongating Curling Gel
 
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The definition you'll get from this… WHEW!
Lemongrass Hold It Styling Gel
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you could use this by itself and it will have your curls looking good AND feeling soft
Curly Magic
 
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the perfect mousse for definition doesn't exi-
Almond & Avocado Curl Enhancing Mousse
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the natural girlys swear by this gel
baomint moisturizing curl defining gel
 
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slick back? wash n go? neither are too xtreme for this gel teehee :)
Wetline Xtreme Pro-Expert Styling Gel 15.87oz
 
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expensive? yes. sticky? yes. still worth it? Absolutely!
Kinky Curly Curl Custard Gel
 
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no leave in? no problem! This cream will get the job done in no time.
Twist-Elongating Style Cream
 
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if you want style AND moisture, use this. More for my 3A-4A girlys.
Curl Bomb Moisturizing Styling Gel
 
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use this if you want defined, moisturized curls
Pillow Soft Curl Cream
 
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another bomb dot com gel from Miss Jessie's
Jelly Soft Curls
 
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THE HOLD and DEFINITION from this gel… SHEESH!
Aloe Berry Styling Gel
 
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a little goes a long way but still makes the curls stay all day
Curl Maker Hair Defining Gel
 
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your hair is gonna thank you for using this
Spiked Honey Mousse 4-in-1 Styler

Best Brands for Natural Hair

No matter what they're selling, they can have all my coins! 

 
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Camile has never done me wrong, just sayin!
Camille Rose
 
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every product from this brand EATS. DOWN.
NaturAll Club
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Auntie Tab is going to get the job done everytime!
Donna's Recipe
 
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There's so much I could say, I just don't know where to start! *inserts sobbing emoji*
Soultanicals
 
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Great haircare with the nostalgic twist, I love it!
The Doux
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Curlsmith really is worth every penny
Curlsmith
 
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You'll get your moneys worth!
Pattern Beauty
 
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CURLS is really for the girls
CURLS - You Deserve the Best Products for Your Curly Hair
 
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Any product from Briogeo is worth every cent!
Briogeo Hair Care
 
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Miche just… GETS IT!
Miche Beauty
 
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I would use my last 10 minutes to brag about Melanin Haircare
Award-Winning Hair Products
 
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For my 2C-3C girls, this brand is for YOU (mostly) with a few prods for my type 4 girlys.
Miss Jessie's
 
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one of the best quality and best priced brands in the game
EDEN BodyWorks

Edge Controls

If you want your edges to last all day or all week, use one of these edge controls!

 
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Your edges won't even move until maybe the next day lol
Edge Fixer Hair Styling Gel

All about Locs

a collection for my natural hair LOC girls. Not dreads but LOCS because nothing is dreadful about loc'd hair. 

 
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I trust this locking wax with my life! That's how good it is :)
Red by Kiss Hold Locking Gel for Thin Locs
 
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my locs never get thirsty thanks to this butter cream
Black Castor Oil + Chebe Buttercream
 
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for my girlys with locs: your scalp is gone been looking PEARLY after using this shampoo
Locs Vegan Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo
 
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Frizz, dry locs? Use this spray!
MADE FOR LOCS Moisture Spray
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a loc detox when you're pressed for time
MFL SHAMPOO
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not exactly a leave in but acts just like one
Rose Water Curl Refresher
 
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Smells good AND moisturizes? Sign me up!
Locs Vegan Oil Spray
 
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Great and lightweight for my girlys with locs!
Guava Slip Detangling Leave-In Conditioner
 
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i CAN'T leave my loc girlys hangin!
Locs Vegan Aloe Refresher Spray
 
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The QUEEN of locs has entered the chat
NappStar
 
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see it, like it, want it, GOT IT
Taliah Waajid Loc Collection
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Great for rewtist or if you're starting your loc journey
Lock It Up for Natural Hair 6oz
 
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Also an amazing gel for retwist
Tight Hold Loc It Up for Natural Hair 6oz
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