Curly Q: I am an afro-Latina who recently went natural. But I have no clue how to style this hair. What products should I be using. Help!
Going natural could be a lot of work. I can't tell you how many chicas I know that have grown out their natural coily, curly hair just to go back to desrizados (relaxers) because they had no clue how to manage their super tight rizos. And with all the products out there catered towards natural hair, how do you know which ones to choose?
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The trick to keeping your tresses healthy, moisturized, and as bouncy as possible is to have a hair routine filled with moisture-rich products that are going to prevent breakage, encourage growth, and keep your curls defined at all times. Here are a few hair products every Latina with natural hair should have in her possession!
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Hair milk
Carol Daughter Hair Milk Leave-In ($20): This light moisturizing leave-in conditioner hydrates curls, leaving them softer, more manageable, and defined.
Hair conditioner
Mixed Chicks Detangling Deep Conditioner ($11): This deep conditioning treatment helps detangle hair like it’s no body’s business. You won’t even need a comb with this one!
Hair cream
Shea Moisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curling Souffle ($13): Avoid styling gels that can leave hair dried out and crunchy looking. The coconut and flaxseeds oil in this curl cream don’t just hydrate and protect hair against environmental pollutants but it also helps keep curls frizz-free and defined.
Sulfate-free shampoo
DevaCurl No-Poo Shampoo ($19): A sulfate and lather-free shampoo won’t strip your hair of its natural oils. Instead it conditions while it cleanses.
Cleansing oil
Ouidad Ultra Nourishing Cleansing Oil ($25): This cleansing hair oil helps to gently remove dirt and oils, while restoring essential moisture to your hair. It also leaves hair super shiny!
Curl styler
Miss Jessie’s Quick Curls ($32): The ginger flower and lime found in this in this styling product, help give your beautiful, bouncy curls in NO time!
