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A curly hair routine you NEED
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Kristin Bausch
As a curly-haired girl who has tried DOZENS of products, I recently found the products that work best for me! here's what I incorporate into my routine.
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WASH DAY
 
LEAVE INS
 
MOUSSE
 
GELS
 
EXTRAS
 
TOOLS

WASH DAY

from shampoos to conditioners, here's some of the products that make wash day feel a little bit easier

 
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saltair’s shampoo truly rinsed all the product buildup on wash day
Curl Defining Shampoo & Conditioner - Saltair
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the best part about function of beauty is how customizable your mix-ins can be. there’s so many options: detangling, frizz control, curl definition, etc
Function Of Beauty Curly Hair Mask Base With Coconut Oil - 6.5 Fl Oz
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these hair masks are easy to use and create a strong barrier for your hair
Fenty Haircare by Rihanna | Fenty Hair - Fenty Beauty + Fenty Skin
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i learned how damaging hard water could be on your hair! INSTALL one of these!
Amazon.com: Shower Head Filter For Hard Water
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LEAVE INS

these leave ins are among DOZENS i've tried. i narrowed down to what i believe don't feel as heavy

 
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this is a lightweight leave in that is a great base for when you're layering on mousse and gel
Lightweight Leave-In Conditioner for Curly Hair - Miss Jessie's …
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love the natural loose hold this has
Curly Hair Leave-In Conditioner | PATTERN – Pattern …
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love how these products smell and how thin they layer on your hair
MELANIN HAIRCARE Leave-In Conditioner | Ulta Beauty
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MOUSSE

my favorite extra-hold mousses

 
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I've found the cirture brand to create really nice curly shape
Volumizing Mousse - Virtue Labs
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this mousse has the perfect amount of hold and does not feel sticky
Amazon.com: Not Your Mother's Mousse
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GELS

gels that shape, hold and aren't sticky

 
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gel that holds but isn't too crunchy
Curl Talk Sculpting Gel | Not Your Mother's
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this IS a salon line, but i have truly been really happy with the way the gel holds hy hair and doesn't feel too sticky
Vegan Hair Products, Shampoos, Conditioners & Salons | Aveda
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EXTRAS

things that have enhanced my hair care just a bit more

 
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this is your SIGN to get this hair oil! it really breaks up the crunch of your curls
Pro Exclusive: Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ – OLAPLEX Inc.
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this has changed the GAME for second and third day hair
amika Power Hour Curl Refreshing Spray
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another great option for 2nd and 3rd day hair
Hydrating Mist - Curl Refresher Spray | PATTERN Beauty
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TOOLS

everything you need to keep a consistent routine

 
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attaches right on your hair dryer!
Drybar The Bouncer Diffuser - amazon.com
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the material you dry your hair with matters! having 1-2 of these is key
Turbie Twist 4-Pack Microfiber Hair Towels
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protect your curls and GET A BONNET! It tames the frizz over time but you have to be consistent
Silk Bonnet
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didn't think i needed a wet brush but it truly is a game changer when it comes to dividing your curls in a non-damaging way
Briogeo - Wet Detangler Brush - Ulta Beauty
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