10 Products for curly hair under $5 that REALLY work

Listen, it's not easy finding curly hair products at affordable prices but it definitely is possible. There's this misconception that if you have natural rizos, you HAVE to spend a fortune to maintain them and girl isn't that the farthest thing from the truth. Yes, I've spent money on $20 co-washes or splurged on a $40 deep conditioning treatment. But that doesn't mean I don't have other options. In fact, I've recently did some digging and found a ton of holy grails for much less!

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Trust me, when it comes to curly hair, affordable products are a beautiful thing. Finding good products that define curls and fight frizz doesn't have to mean breaking the bank. Here are 10 Holy-grail products for curly, coily, kinky and wavy hair–all for $5 bucks or less!

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Suave

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Walgreens.com

Suave Professionals Moisturizing Conditioner Almond & Shea Butter ($4) works for all hair types but especially on dry-prone curls. You can use it as a regular conditioner, as a detangler and even as a co-wash. Yes, it's THAT good!

Herbal Essences

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Drugstore.com

Herbal Essences Hello Hydration Moisturizing Conditioner ($5) doesn't just boost moisture and shine. It also leaves your curls smelling like coconuts. What more could you ask for?

Cantu

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Drugstore.com

I'm obsessed with Cantu Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioning Repair Cream ($5). It's a treatment, a leave-in and a styling cream all in one! Did I mention it also protects hair from heat-damage?

Motions

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Walgreens.com

For coily textures, try Motions Naturally You Deep Conditioning Masque ($4). It's loaded with nourishing ingredients like shea butter, coconut oil and avocado oil that help rehydrate, detangle and strengthen dry, tightly coiled curls.

Elasta

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Walgreens.com

Elasta QP Olive Oil & Mango Butter Hair Moisturizer ($4) can be used as a curl cream or a heat protectant. Take your pick!

Care Free curl

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Restore damaged curls, with Care Free Curl Gold Instant Activator ($4). It also softens and helps prevent breakage.

L'Oréal Paris

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Target.com

Want a styling product that won't leave you with crunchy curls? Try L'Oréal Paris Advanced Hairstyle Curve It Curl Mousse ($4). It provides 24-hour hold and definition without the stickiness or stiffness.

Pantene

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Drugstore.com

Pantene Curl Perfection Moisturizing Conditioner ($5) deeply nourishes curls, leaving them smooth, soft and shiny for hours.

Aussie

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Drugstore.com

Packed with aloe vera and jojoba oil, Aussie Moist Conditioner ($3) leaves curls silky, soft and frizz-free.

As I am

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Walgreens.com

Who says you can't find a cleansing conditioner for less than $20 bucks? Try As I am Coconut CoWash ($5). This stuff gently cleanses your hair and scalp while adding moisture.