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1. A revitalizing hair protein treatment to help condition and repair your dry, damaged, and over-processed hair. TBH I'm already obsessed with your hair evolution!
Promising reviews: "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 $6.74.
2. An eight-second L'Oréal lamellar rinse-out treatment for shinier, silkier hair in, well, eight seconds.
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 of 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 use it in my hair regimen. Thank you so much!! ♥️" —Theressa Hailey
Get it from Amazon for $9.87.
3. A detangling Denman curly hair brush whose 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, tightly coiled natural 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) hairstyles and/or perform a variety of techniques!! THANK YOU!!" —DLTolliver
Get it from Amazon for $23.95+ (available in three colors/patterns).
4. Or a cute detangling brush with an ergonomic handle because it'll glide through wet or dry hair, removing knots as it goes. Whether you need it for you or your little one, it'll help get the job done without so much as a single "ouch."
Promising review: "This is my new favorite brush, and I use it all the time. I have mostly 4a hair, with maybe a touch of 3c here and there, but my hair is definitely in the kinky category, and this brush works great. I'm able to use it on my hair wet or dry as long as I have some product in it. When it's wet, I normally use oil and leave-in conditioner, and it glides right through with ease. With my dry hair, I normally just use oil if I'm doing a pre-poo, and it still glides through, but obviously, I'm much more careful working root to tip. I feel like some of the people who are struggling with this brush maybe don't know how to be careful while brushing your hair root to tip and making sure to use product for extra slip." —Marisa
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in 10 colors/patterns).
5. A coconut and hibiscus SheaMoisture styling milk that'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 it. I’m new to curly hair, so I’m still trying to train my hair. Not Your Mother's cream wasn’t hydrating enough 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 and hydrated." —Alexis Z
Get it from Amazon for $9.78.
6. A plant-based whipped leave-in conditioner to hydrate dry, damaged hair with moisturizing coconut oil. This conditioner also offers heat protection and frizz control.
Promising review: "I use this in conjunction with Devacurl styling cream and together they make a magical pair! This alone makes my hair very soft and bouncy, and the styling cream provides hold and definition. I have and will always recommended this to my fellow naturally curly girls for sure!" —Lin
Get it from Amazon for $9.20.
7. A texturizing sea salt hairspray for added volume and hold. It contains nourishing aloe vera, and can help create ~waves~ while leaving behind an enchanting coconut scent.
Promising review: "Love this sea salt spray! It brought my natural wavy hair to life with a little spritz and scrunch." —Anna Ivanov
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in two scents).
8. A mattifying dry shampoo powder whose 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!
Promising review: "I didn't think it would work well...but holy COW. It looks like I just washed and styled my hair. And I DIDN'T. It brought my curls (I curled my hair two days ago as well) back to life. Gave my hair body and a healthy glow. NOT GREASY. No matting. I love the applicator as well...you just dab it on your roots. It leaves a little white powder so you can see where you've applied it. But then you just run your fingers through your hair plumping it up a little and no more white. Just beautiful clean voluminous hair." —Jamie
Get it from Amazon for $18.
9. A curly hair children's leave-in detangling conditioner made with jojoba oil, vitamin B5, and plum seed oil so you wash day for your little one is waaaay easier.
Promising review: "This has been a lifesaver for thick, somewhat fine, curly hair that tangles and elicits the screams of a banshee when brushed with a wet brush and any other detangling product or oil. We've tried at least six different ones, including making our own with coconut oil/grapeseed oil/conditioner, which just resulted in oily tangles. This spray is now on our subscriptions and all our kids ask for me to use it." —happyshopper
Get it from Amazon for $8.69+ (available in two sizes).
10. A Color Wow anti-frizz spray that'll help combat humidity by repelling moisture. Just blow-dry to activate!
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 to curl my 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 $12+ (available in two sizes).
11. A hydrating leave-in conditioner spray formulated with spinach, chia seeds, and cocoa seed butter to help restore moisture to your hair. Its plant-powered UV-protection will also help make sure your hair continues to look vibrant.
Promising review: "Holy grail! This literally made my hair so so glossy, and my hair looks so healthy! I always get compliments when using this product in my hair. It also helps define my curls, which is awesome!! if you're curious about this product, just give it a shot!" —Candence
Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in two sizes), Sephora for $25, and from Ulta for $25.
12. A pair of bonnet-shaped microfiber hair towels since they're super soft and absorbent, and will help your hair dry faster. These are perfect if you're worried about sustaining any heat damage caused by blow drying.
Promising review: "I was looking for a product that I could 'plop' on my hair without twisting it, which disrupts my curl pattern. This does the job!" —Amazon Customer
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three color combinations).
13. A lightweight rose water curl refresher perfect for perkin' up your curls or coils post-workout. No matter the occasion, this sulfate- and paraben-free formula will help liven up your hair's natural texture. Just spray and scrunch!
TGIN is a Black woman-owned small business making haircare products specifically for Black women.
Promising review: "This is the PERFECT product for my hair. After I blow-dry, I spray it on and scrunch. It gives my hair back its wave and it lasts until the next shampoo. It's light, and not sticky or gummy. It has a lovely scent that isn't cloying. This is my favorite hair product of all time, and I really mean that." —Lou
14. Or a Ouidad curl energizing and refreshing spray that'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.
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 $10+ (available in three sizes).
15. A super soft Camille Rose twisting butter so 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.
Camille Rose is a Black woman-owned haircare business!
Promising review: "Works so well to instantly define my curls and keeps them moisturized. And it smells soooo good." —Marsha
Get it from Amazon for $15.28.
16. A delightfully scented foaming mousse formulated with coconut and shea oils since they can 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.
17. Or a Marc Anthony curl-enhancing styling foam enriched 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 $6.99.
18. Or a curly hair John Frieda air dry styling foam if you're afraid of introducing heat to your hair just to get the perfect ringlet. This smooth and non-sticky foam will help grant your wish while also creating a barrier around each curl so they stay in perfect shape.
Promising review: “This stuff is great. My hair is a mix of waves, curls, and straight pieces, which is why I typically blow-dry. I have tried a gajillion different kinds of 'air-dry' products and have yet to find something I like...until now. This gave me an overall look of nice, frizz-free waves without the crunchy feel that most products tend to leave behind once your hair dries.” —Cheryl
Get it from Amazon for $9.20.
19. A pack of black roller pins since they'll actually hold your hair in place.
Promising review: “I have thick type 4 hair and regular bobby pins just cannot do the job anymore as my hair continues to grow. I've seen many YouTube content creators use oversized bobby pins and I wanted some. These are pretty hard to find online from other suppliers, so I'm glad that Amazon has them. These are STRONG bobby pins. They don't bend. I've been using the same two pins for four weeks and they still look and fit like new. These are the real deal. They hold back my hair without causing pain.” —Tiffany
Get it from Amazon for $4.17.
20. An aloe and coconut oil–based pre-shampoo treatment because it'll help minimize breakage and strengthen hair. It's also designed to detangle and condition so that your hair is easier to manage when you go to cleanse.
Promising review: "I have dry 4a–b natural hair and it tangles easily, but this stuff has made my wash days so much easier. You might have to use a few handfuls to completely cover your hair depending on your length/thickness but it's worth it to me. The key is to finger comb through your tresses, or use a wide tooth comb; brushes are a no-no. The slip going through my kinky curls is incredible, and the smell is a light coconut scent. Styling my hair after has become a breeze. Hair ending up in the sink/shower has been minimized greatly! I can't even imagine how I got through my wash days before without it. I hope they never stop making it. One extremely satisfied customer here *thumbs up*." —The Fancy One
Get it from Amazon for $7.49.
21. A sulfate-free four-piece Aussie hair care set consisting of shampoo, conditioner, shaping jelly, and stretching cream 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.
22. A black castor edge control that'll help you control your hair and give you a slick and sleek look. This is also great twisting/braiding gel if you're looking to get perfect parts every time.
BUT please don't feel any pressure to lay your edges unless you way want to! Check out, "Just A Friendly PSA That You Don't HAVE To Lay Your Edges Down If You Don't Wanna."
Promising review: "I love love love this product. It's sticky, it keeps really tight curls down to keep the parts straight, it didn't turn white after it dried. I will definitely be re-ordering this again." —xiomara
Get it from Amazon for $7.26+ (available in two sizes).
23. A coconut oil-rich leave-in cream you can let air dry for perfectly smooth and hydrated curls!
24. A vegan rice water shampoo bar if 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 natural curls returned. My hair is shiny and I lost the frizz." —Irma Gonzalez
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
25. A cruelty-free ArtNaturals argan oil hair mask to 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 $12.95.
Read our full ArtNaturals aragan oil hair mask deep dive to learn more!
26. A non-greasy 10-in-1 leave-in spray that conditions, detangles, and protects against heat. Basically it's a miracle in a bottle. If you're on the lookout for something to help prevent breakage that'll also leave you with a healthy-looking sheen, this is the hair treatment for you.
Mane Club is a small haircare business making cruelty-free and vegan products.
BuzzFeed editor Elizabeth Lilly loves this spray:
"I have a very thick head of naturally curly hair and have put it through just about everything, including all kinds of hot tools, at-home dye kits, the gamut of shampoo and conditioner types, basically every dry shampoo and hair oil in existence, and just about anything else to try for a story for you dear readers. Lots of products have either straight-up failed, been meh enough for me to not recommend, or fantastic but so costly that I feel guilty recommending them. Basically, a lot of stuff ends up in the trash or pawned off on my (grateful) friends when it isn't a fit for me. But THIS STUFF. This stuff has become my go-to for spraying on my wet hair and then blow-drying. Normally I'd apply a heat protector and an oil treatment or leave-in conditioner before blow drying. But this 10-in-1 treatment takes the cake! Most of the time when I use it, I don't even need to finish off my hair with hair oil (I've been doing that as an essential hair step for years now). It's really that good! Here, I have freshly blow-dried hair with just this post-shower using this Amika blow-dryer brush. This brush is fantastic on its own but this spray-on treatment has more or less doubled this brush's effectiveness. My hair comes out feeling softer, looking shinier and healthier, and stays looking good for days — which is especially great news because I wash my hair about every four days. 'Tis time for me to unload a bunch of hair products I now no longer need to my friends."
27. A Bed Head diffuser hair dryer whose ceramic tech will help tame frizz with less 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 $34.97.
28. A sulfate- and paraben-free Ouidad heat and humidity gel because 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 my holy grail product 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).
29. A low-lather cleanser for 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 $9.99.
30. An adjustable and reversible satin bonnet that'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!” —DEWAmazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in 2 sizes and 17 colors/patterns).
31. Or a set of satin pillowcases so you can protect your hair (and skin) from the abrasiveness of cotton pillowcases. Its luxurious silkiness will also make you feel like the royalty you are. 👑
Promising review: "I bought this to help protect my curls from frizz 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 $9.99+ (available in 5 sizes and 35 colors).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.