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1. Melanin Haircare Multi-Use Softening Leave In Conditioner is the answer to your low-porosity 4C hair woes. It's got ingredients Afro-textured hair can't get enough of, like aloe vera, argan oil, jojoba oil and more! Leave it to Naptural85 aka Whitney White, to craft a product that leaves hair perfectly moisturized for days on end.
2. Curldaze Glossy Shine Gel with Kukui Oil targets the deepest layers of your hair. The rich, fruit-scented creme is infused with Kukui oil to protect your precious strands from environmental damage. A little goes a long way on fine hair!
3. Mielle Organics Pomegranate & Honey Curling Custard is a cult-favorite for a reason. Although it effectively hydrates 4c hair, it works for looser textures as well. As far as consistency, it's definitely more on the smooth jelly side. The curling sculpting custard cradles every strand with a soft, not flaky, hold. Get ready to glow from the inside out.
4. Maui Moisture Curl Quench + Coconut Oil Curl Smoothie won't break your hair or the bank. Most natural hair products are water-based, but aloe is the main ingredient here — and your hair will feel the difference. The coconut water will naturally balance and hydrate your lovely coils.
5. Curls Blueberry Bliss Curl Control Jelly brings out the best in your kinky curly tresses. Prepare to have "waves on swim so they hate on him," or whatever Nicki Minaj said. The Control Jelly also works well for people with looser textures, albeit, with varying levels of hold.
6. Alikay Naturals Lemongrass Leave-In Conditioner is yet another amazing product curated by the woman who literally coined the LOC Method. This product is tailored for busy people in need of a reliable daily moisturizer. Hence, the spray bottle minimizes mess.
7. Alaffia Curl Activating Cream is great for everyone who has beef with coconut oil (because it has none). Shea butter makes this product as versatile as your lovely Afro-textured hair.
8. Camille Rose Naturals Curl Maker was created by a Black-woman out of sheer necessity. Janell Stephens needed a product that worked. So, she created a vegan line that never skimps on quality. The Curl Maker is beloved across textures for its nourishing mix of marshmallow, agave, seaweed, aloe, and vitamin E.
9. Eden BodyWorks Coconut Shea Curl Defining Creme is ideal for people who just want to throw product in their hair and go. It literally glides through curls while protecting them from humidity and protein loss. This product has a rich, creamy consistency that minimizes breakage but doesn't weigh hair down. No matter the weather, you'll have soft, healthy, poppin' curls!
10. Miss Jessie's Curly Pudding leaves curls shinier than Lil Mama's lip gloss. Kiss fly away strands goodbye, and say hello to well-defined kinky coils. For a little extra softness, try adding Baby Buttercreme.
11. Curl Dynasty Kalahari Smoothie Leave-In does double duty and never clocks out early. It functions as a leave-in AND a styler. The formula has enough slip to make detangling easy and painless. It's humectant-free, so your hair won't swell too much either.
12. Mylon's Natural Hair Care Nutrient Butter protects ya neck, I mean your ends, while you rock ODB style plaits under that bonnet. How? Cupuacu butter, it retains four times its weight in water! The Nutrient Butter is packed with other all-natural vitamins your hair will love.
13. Herbal Essences Totally Twisted Curl Scrunching Hair Gel is ideal for people with wavy hair looking to achieve touchable beach curls. At under $10, it's definitely worth a try. This is the budget gel you've been waiting for.
14. Bourn Beautiful Naturals Leave Me Be Leave-In Conditioner traps moisture in freshly washed hair. The lightweight, very clean formula not only smells amazing but smooths the cuticle. In other words, it's great for finger coils and twist outs. Pair it with the Curl Crush Flaxseed & Marshmallow Gel to give your coils some extra *umph*.
15. The Doux Bonita Afro Balm Texture Cream doesn't have that annoying sticky residue. The Texture Cream has *just* enough hold to keep the frizzies at bay but without all the flaking. It has goji berry which promotes hair growth. Plus, it's on sale!
16. Jane Carter Solution Twist Out Foam is exactly what you need to nail the twist out of your dreams, Rihanna-style Bantu knots, or maintain your locs. It helps the hair retain moisture while rosemary extract protects and conditions your delicate strands.
17. Organix Locking + Coconut Curls Decadent Creamy Mousse is like CPR for 2C to 3C curls — it brings them back to life. This half-foam, half-cream will help you get the big, voluptuous locks of your 80s dreams. Apply this coconut-based product to damp hair and watch the magic happen.
18. Like Wu-Tang, Miss Jessie's Baby Buttercreme is for the children (and any adult looking for a less scented version of of Curly Buttercreme). This product is what put Miss Jessie's, a Black-owned business, on the map. The reviews speak for themselves, expect moisturized curls for about a week — with minimal refreshing.
19. Uncle Funky's Daughter Curly Magic Curl Stimulator comes out swinging — and gets better with time. Leave it to a Black-owned company with nostalgic branding to create a product that makes curls pop like Michael Jackson in the '80s. You'll have no problem making your hair last for the week.
20. Peach Black Tea Anti-Shedding & Intense Volume Therapy Mousse does the heavy lifting. Use it to create bouncy curls or a sleek straight style, courtesy of its thermal protectant properties. The mousse won't weigh your hair down and it smells like heaven.
21. Dippity-do Girls With Curls Gelée hydrates with aloe, heals with vitamin E, and minimizes flyaways with wheat protein. No wonder this tried-and-true product has stood the test of time. You deserve voluminous waves and this product is the answer!
22. Tgin Curl Bomb Moisturizing Styling Gel For Natural Hair proves that natural hair products really can work for everyone. The formula seals in moisture while giving every strand a chance to shine.
23. Design Essentials Natural Curl Defining Gelee won't freeze your hair. If you prefer a softer hold gel that produces slightly defined curls, this product is perfect. Plus, it works on tight and loose curls alike.
24. Creme of Nature with Argan Twirling Custard Curl Styling Gel brings out the confidence in your curls! The product itself is bouncy, almost like a pudding. It's got a fresh scent that fades throughout the day, i.e. not too overpowering. Layer it under your gel of choice to stretch that wash 'n' go for days.
25. Oyin Handmade Honey Hemp Conditioner breathes life into flattened curls. There's not too much frizz and virtually no build-up. A self-declared, "detangling powerhouse," the product has honey which is basically a moisture magnet. There's also aloe, coconut oil, and a splash of liquid silk to keep your strands velvety and soft.
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