Medium and Loose Curls
Check out what other BGLHers are using in their hair. Entries are categorized according to texture and are updated often!
I eat vegan so I try to only use animal friendly products and I also lean toward all-natural products so the two often overlap. Before I went the natural/organic product route, I used Pantene Pro-V Hydrating Curls which detangles like a DREAM! The natural/organic stuff can get pricey but it’s one of the only luxuries I have. I also save money by buying on Amazon in bulk, when available. Right now, I’m using Whole Foods 365 brand plain conditioner (the gigantic size) and Nature’s Gate Lemongrass and Clary Sage conditioner (smells heavenly). When my hair was shorter, I used Kinky-Curly’s Knot Today Leave-in and Curling Custard.
Cantu shea butter leave in conditioner
I use this daily. I dampen my hair a little and then apply the conditioner. This product can be used alone or with other products.
Pure shea butter
I love to use this at night before I wrap my hair with a satin bonnet.
Fantasia IC olive oil styling gel
I use this to smooth the sides of my hair when wearing puffs or other styles with headbands for a smooth look.
Hawiian Silky 14-in-1 Moisturizer
I absolutely LOVE this stuff. It keeps my hair soft and moisturized (a little goes a long way).
Organics Carrot Oil
A great moisurizer that I use on dry styles and on my protective styles.
Giovanni Direct Leave-In
A little goes a long way
Joico- K-Pak Reconstruct Liquid Reconstructor
A foaming/mousse-like thing that is amazing for fine/fragile hair. I use it for roller setting.
IC Fantasia Gel
Saves me daily when I don’t have time to wash my hair before work when I’ve just frizzed things up at the gym and my hair isn’t long enough yet to brush back smoothly without some help.
Herbal Essences Long Term Relationship
Extreme slip and moisture.
Mixed Chicks Leave In
Coconut Confidence by Peace, Love and Sunshine Products
This is an awesome mix of coconut oil and shea butter that my hair loves! I use it for wash-and-go’s, twist-outs and braid-outs, and also to seal my ends.
Herbal Essence Hello Hydration
I use this as a wash-out conditioner and also as a leave-in conditioner to define and moisturize my curls. It’s great for wash-and-go’s and works well with my Coconut Confidence.
Miss Jessie’s Stretch Silkening Cream
I love this stuff! It smells great and really helps to define and stretch my curls. It has great hold and also works well with my Coconut Confidence.
Pantene Relaxed and Natural Breakage Defense Mask
This is the best deep conditioner I’ve ever used (and I’ve been natural my entire life)! I leave it on for about an hour or so and when I wash it out the tangles just melt away.
Fantasia IC Hair Polisher Gel
Nothing lays my edges down and makes my hair shine like this wonderful gel. I only use it when my hair is in a ponytail/puff and never on the length or ends of my hair; just on the outside/perimeter/edges.
Hairveda Amala Cream Rinse
This is the only product I’ve found that cleanses my hair without stripping it. It’s similar to a co-wash.
Praital Silk Worm Conditioner
This is a rich, thick Dominican conditioner. I love Dominican conditioners in general.
Hairveda Whipped Cream
A rich, thick lotion that adds moisture and softness. It is very reasonably priced.
Blended Beauty Natural Hair Oil
This softens and nourishes my hair. It is not greasy and absorbs into the hair very easily.
Kinky Curly Curling Custard
I love this! It defines my curls and has a great hold to it.
Avocado oil
Terax Crema Ultra Moisturizing Daily Conditioner
Giovanni Smooth as Silk Deeper Moisture Conditioner
Herbal Essences Hello Hydration
Strictly for detangling only
Honey
As a deep treatment with a heating cap
Apple Cider Vinegar
To clarify my hair
Design Essential Moisture Retention Conditioning shampoo
No sulfates and it smells like pina colada
My customized Shea butter blend
Shea butter, glycerin, oils: avocado, olive, coconut, rosemary, tea tree
