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Get curls that'll make DNA coils jealous.
1. A delightfully scented foaming mousseformulated with coconut and shea oils that'll help to hydrate hair, define curls, and combat frizz. It's also a great mousse to use atop natural protective styles like knotless braids.
Promising review: "Possibly better than Deva Curl foam mousse, and I can buy six of these for the price of one Deva Curl. This stuff is awesome. I have type 2c curly hair, that, without mass product, gets like Krusty the Clown frizzy. I've loosely been following curly girl routines, sulfate/paraben/yada-yada free shampoo and conditioner, curly girl microfiber towel, satin pillowcase, the whole nine yards. I usually have to put serum, mousse, and sometimes hairspray in it to make it look decent, but then it's all crunchy. I used this stuff on my damp hair, and let it air dry, and my hair looked so nice, and it was soft too, not crunchy. I actually had some nice curls form. So if you're at the end of your rope with your unruly hair, give this stuff a try, and if it doesn't work for you, it was only $4, not $24." —MrsT 111111
Get it from Amazon for $3.98.
2. Or aMarc Anthony curl-enhancing styling foamenriched with vitamin E and silk amino acids for drawing in and locking in moisture. Get ready for luscious, shiny, and voluminous curls that last all day long!
Promising review:"I've always had a natural light curl in my hair, which many products that I have used have wiped out. This was my first time using this product and I'm very impressed. I have more of my natural curls back and a hold that lasts throughout the day (on top of a lot of compliments). The scent is a very light citrus that is pretty much unnoticeable, which is a big plus to me. Happy that I have found a product that actually works." —Ty
Get it from Amazon for $7.67.
3. A super softCamille Rose twisting butterso you can get perfect twists, which lead to a perfect twist-out! Rich in magnesium, this cream may help condition everything from your scalp all the way to your ends.
4. A revitalizing hair protein treatmentto help condition and repair your dry, damaged, and over-processed hair. This collagen-rich formula is designed to work on all hair types. TBH I'm already obsessed with your hair evolution!
Promising review:"I have 4c hair and was looking for a protein treatment for my thin and fragile hair. I had recently used a product in my hair that had so much alcohol in it that it wreaked havoc on my hair, leaving it pretty damaged. I was very skeptical about this product because I have never seen anyone with my hair type use it. Boy was I wrong to doubt this product. It left my hair looking and feeling beautiful. I highly recommend it to anyone with natural or curly hair." —Therese-Claire
Get it from Amazon for $7.40.
5. An OGX curl-defining creammade with argan oil if you're looking to give your hair volume, shine, and bounce! And it'll keep your hair soft (no crunch here) and brushable while giving you long-lasting curls!
Plus, it's sulfate- and paraben-free!
Promising review:"I've been using this for a while and a lot of people ask what I use for my curls. I highly recommend. For reference, I have average/thin hair with 3a-style curls. This curl cream doesn't make my curls look greasy and doesn't weigh down my hair." —M.R.
Get it from Amazon for $7.97.
6. Or a coconut oil-richOGX leave-in creamyou can let air dry for perfectly smooth and hydrated curls!
7. A Color Wow anti-frizz spraythat'll help combat humidity by repelling moisture. This lightweight formula also doubles as a heat protectant. Just blow-dry to activate!
This is the OG formula recommended for straight, wavy, or curly hair that gets frizzy. There's also theExtra Strength Dream Coatrecommended for extremely dry, dehydrated, or extremely curly/coily hair; and theDream Coat for Curly Hairrecommended for wavy or curly hair as it'll leave you with bouncy, crunch-free curls.
For best results, Color Wow recommends using this after every 3–4 shampoos!
Promising review:"I really suffer in the humidity of summer. My hair turns frizzy and wavy, but not a cute wavy. If I try to straighten my hair and then go outside, it looks like I have done nothing. If I try tocurlmy hair, it looks like a rats' nest after 30 minutes. So I decided to do some research and found this product being mentioned over and over. It seemed simple enough to use, so I bought it. I used it all last summer and I have started using it this spring. This product really is the best at fighting humidity. The barrier it creates on the hair really does resist the moisture and keep styled hair looking good for days! And it holds up after a few washes as promised." —krisvan
Get it from Amazon for $28.
8. A mattifying dry shampoo powderwhose benzene-free formula is designed to absorb excess sweat, oil, and dirt without leaving behind a white cast. Refresh your hair with this voluminizing powder!
9. A curly hair custardbecause it fights frizz as it enhances your natural curl pattern. And you won't get that dreaded ~CRUNCH~ with this aloe- and honey-rich formula.
MopTopis a small haircare business making products with curly hair in mind.
Promising reviews:"I am49with naturally curly hair. Holy cow!!! This is amazing. I am in love with it!" —Rebekah Cheadle
"My hair is dry and wavy. Sometimes it curls a bit on its own, but lately it has not. I'm 73 and don't spend much time primping at all, so this is the best. I wet my hair, put on a small amount of MopTop, crunch, and walk out the door! Love it. It holds forever!" —Bobbi Jean
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+(available in two sizes).
10. An eight-secondL'Oréal lamellar rinse-out treatmentfor shinier, silkier hair in, well, eight seconds. Its amino acid-rich formula specifically targets damaged areas and smooths them out.
Use this two to three times per week after shampooing your hair, and remember not to use it on your scalp. This treatment is just for the length of your hair.
Promising review: "I don’t usually do reviews on products, but for this one I absolutely have to. I have 3c-type hair and struggle with a lot a breakage, unmanageability, and moisture. When my mom mentioned this product to me I didn’t take her seriously because of the simple fact that we have two completely different hair textures. I never would've thought this brand would work on my hair. I have always used ethnic hair products and stayed away from brands such as this one. I have never in my 22 years felt my hair like this. I feel like I have a completely different head of hair. This product is so amazing and I will FOREVER be using this product in my hair regimen. Thank you so much!! ♥️" —Theressa Hailey
Get it from Amazon for $10.97.
11. A detangling Denman curly hair brushwhose staggered rows of round-ended nylon pins will help define your curls and smooth your hair. If you're looking for knot-free, ribbon-like curls, this might just be the brush for you.
Promising review:"It truly is a nice, perfectly sized, lightweight hair brush for detangling mini-fro, short, tightlycoilednatural hair!!! It glides through my curls with ease, whether my hair is wet or completely dry. Depending on the desired style, it can also be used to create various (short) hair styles and/or perform a variety of techniques!! THANK YOU!!" —DLTolliver
Get it from Amazon for $21.95+ (available in seven colors/patterns).
12. An Ouidad curl energizing and refreshing spraythat'll leave no residue as it nourishes your hair. Looking for lasting curl definition? Try this! It's also got botanical extracts to help give your hair life.
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Promising review: "This stuff is amazing! I have fine, curly hair and it's the only stuff that tames the frizz. I've been using it for several years now and haven't found anything that works the same. It is best used on dry, second day curls. It 'brings curls back to life' so to speak." —Sandra M.
Get it from Amazon for $20+(available in two sizes).
13. An aloe and coconut oil–based pre-shampoo treatmentbecause it'll help minimize breakage and strengthen hair. It's also designed to detangle and condition so that when you go to cleanse, your hair is easier to manage.
Promising review: "I have a mix of 3c/3b curly hair and this product leaves my hair detangled, moisturized, and smelling super fresh before wash day! I've never used a detangling pre-poo that takes all knots out super fast. I’ve even used this product as an overnight treatment before wash day for extra moisture. Highly recommend, especially if you are tender-headed!" —Maya🌻
Get it from Amazon for $7.49.
14. A sulfate-free four-piece Aussie hair care set consisting of shampoo, conditioner, shaping jelly, and stretching cream. They're made with cocoa butter and macadamia nut oil, so you can be sure you'll be able to tame frizz and quench your hair's thirst.
Promising review: “I bought this product by chance. I had never heard of it but it came up on Amazon while I was looking for new haircare products but when I saw the word coils I knew that was specific to my hair type so I took a chance on it and I’m SO happy I did! I’ve never bought a product from Aussie in my life and finally they made something for my 4c hair. My coils are so tight that most products don’t really define them properly because they’re meant for curls. This product makes my hair soft, supple, and smell incredible.” —DD
Get it from Amazon for $23.99.
15. A vegan rice water shampoo barif you're looking for something that'll be kind to your curls *and* the planet. This sulfate- and paraben-free shampoo can also help prevent the splitting of dry and color-treated hair.
Promising review:"I ditched my liquid shampoo and switched to this. In a few washings my hair is healthier and my naturalcurlsreturned. My hair is shiny and I lost the frizz." —Irma Gonzalez
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
16. A Bed Head diffuser hair dryer whose ceramic tech will help tame frizz without causing heat damage. There's even a cool air button for setting your curly hair in the style you want!
Promising review: "I’ve used lots of diffusers over the years, but none of them have been effective as this one. It dries my hair and builds in volume and curls. I don’t wash my hair daily, so on days when my hair is dry, I dampen it lightly with my fingers and dry it again. Sometimes I’ll use a curling cream to create more dramatic curls, but they are softer without the product, and I can go longer without a wash. This is a super dryer for enhancing your curls." —J M
Get it from Amazon for $33.31.
17. A sulfate- and paraben-freeOuidad heat and humidity gelbecause it'll help seal your strands and define your curls while locking out humidity so you don't have to deal with frizz.Feel free to air-dry your hair after applying this lightweight gel!
Promising review: "I live in an area of the country that is very humid and hot during the summer. I always struggled to get my curl pattern to stay and to not become a frizzy mess during the summer months. I finally stumbled upon this product and instantly fell in love. My curl pattern returned instantly and the anti-frizz factor was incredible. It is now myholygrailproduct in the summer. It can be used alone or I layer a hard hold gel, like Aussie Instant Freeze, over it for more days without a refresh. It also seems to hold up well for most other months as well, until the humidity drops too low and the glycerin in it doesn't do well." —hodagkins
Get it from Amazon for $10+(available in three sizes).
18. An adjustable and reversible satin bonnetthat'll protect your coils as you sleep. And you can be sure it won't slip off during the night thanks to drawstring.
Need a long bonnet to fit your locs or braids? Check this one out.
Promising review: “I normally don't do reviews, but I had to for this. I bought two of these! They are the best I've ever owned, and I have worn a bonnet since I was a kid. I have natural thick 4c-type hair, and I wear my hair in flexi rods, and twist out styles, and I can also fit my flexi rods under this bonnet. I had been looking for a silk XL bonnet for years and finally found the perfect one! Please do not stop making these!” —Ashley Divinity
Get it from Amazon for$13.99+ (available in two sizes and 22 colors/patterns).
19. And a set of satin pillowcases so you can shield your hair (and skin) from the abrasiveness of cotton pillowcases. Its luxurious silkiness will also make you feel like the royalty you are. 👑
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Promising review: "I bought this to help protect my curls fromfrizz caused by friction and to prevent my curls from drying out at night. I definitely noticed a difference after the first use. And it is cute and luxurious." —Jenny F.
Get a set of two from Amazon for $8.39+ (available in five sizes and 38 colors).
20. A low-lather cleanserfor bouncy, shiny curls without all the frizz. Add moisture to your hair with this slightly sudsy formula. Less foam, more fierce!
Promising review:"Honestly, I never thought that curl-specific hair shampoo/conditioner was all that important. My curls look way better, are less frizzy, and are easier to manage. Highly recommend this product to anyone with curls." —R. Armstrong
Get it from Amazon for $14.
21. A coconut and hibiscus SheaMoisture styling milkthat's made with thick, curly hair in mind. Apply to damp hair to control frizz and reduce breakage. Defined and manageable curls, here we come!
Promising review: "My hair needed this!!! This product is really good if you have thick and full hair. I hadn’t realized how dry my hair was until I started using this. I’m new to curly hair, so I’m still trying to train my hair. Not Your Mother's cream wasn’thydratingenough for my hair so a friend recommended this to me and the difference is amazing. My hair looks so shiny now. It’s really good for forming and holding curls, but doesn’t leave my hair crunchy. My curls feel soo soft andhydrated." —Alexis Z
Get it from Amazon for $7.49.
22. A cruelty-freeArtNaturals argan oil hair maskto help heal and hydrate damaged hair. Containing organic ingredients, this sulfate- and paraben-free moisturizer will help wash away excess oils and dirt.
Promising review: "I love it! It has a wonderful smell that is not at all overwhelming. It's a nice creamy consistency, so it's easy to put in your hair. This product has worked wonders on my hair. I saw instant results the first time I used it. I'm African American and have natural hair. This product brought moisture to my hair and made it A LOT curlier! I really love this and will most likely buy it again." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.95.
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