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4A–4C Hair Care Essentials: From Wash Day to Styling

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While every curl pattern is unique, these products have consistently worked well for my 4A hair.
 
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The GOAT line for hair care!
Almond & Avocado Moisturizing & Detangling Sulfate-Free Shampoo
 
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Rinse with cool water, I always leave just a little bit in for moisture. Especially if I’m getting braids!
Almond & Avocado Moisturizing & Detangling Conditioner
 
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Love this if I’m doing a natural, twist out style!
Almond & Avocado Daily Moisturizing Lotion
 
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A little pricey, but this is my all-time favorite! I use this serum before I press my hair. Leaves it shiny and not heavy.
BioSilk Silk Therapy Original Reconstructing Treatment
 
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I know what you're thinking… Trader Joe's? Yes, it really cleanses my hair post braids.
Lemongrass Moisturizing Shampoo
 
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Leaves my hair super soft! You can leave in for rinse out.
Lemongrass Moisturizing Conditioner
 
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What can I say? I'm a southern girlie that resorts back to the good ole days. I only use the smallest amount on my scalp before I detangle and apply mousse or blow-dry.
Bronner Brothers Super Gro Maximum Strength
 
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I know Mielle products have had some backlash, but this mousse leaves my curls defined and held up. I don’t need gel and no breakage for me.
Pomegranate & Honey Curl Defining Mousse with Hold
 
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After detangling, I apply mousse and then comb through with this brush.
Denman Hair Brush
 
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Tik Tok really blew this up, but I always use this as the first line of defense after I wash my hair.
UNbrush Detangling Brush, Pain-Free
 
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Always keep a range of wide-tooth combs on deck.
3-Piece Wide Tooth Detangling Comb Set
 
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I've been a CHI girl for 14 years! Still works like a charm.
Ceramic Hairstyling Iron - Chi
 
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I use this to hold my natural curls or after a silk press to keep the hair from frizzing.
Extra Hold Hairspray
 
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An absolute non-negotiable before a blow-dry and press!
Keratin Smooth Heat Protection Spray
 
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I have this in gray and green! Used to uphold silk presses, braids, and wash-and-gos.
The Slap (Satin-lined cap) - Gray