If you’re currently on the hunt for the best natural curly hair products, you’ve come to just the right place! Nwabisa Jessica Ntoto has curly hair and she knows it can be difficult to find the right products. She’s combed through many, leave-ins, jams, gels, custards and creams and this is the definitive list of her favourite products. You’re welcome!
Looking for the best curly hair products? Here are the ones you need right now.
1 / Aunt Jackie’s Oh So Clean Moisturizing & Softening Shampoo, R130 from Dis-Chem
This shampoo removes all buildup while replenishing your hair with essential oils and nutrients. Thoroughly wash your hair with a generous amount of shampoo, gently massaging it into the hair and scalp. Follow with a thorough rinse until all traces are washed away.
2 / Originals by Africa’s Best Hair Mayonnaise, R85 from Clicks
This product treats and repairs dry or damaged hair. It’s enriched with herbal extracts, vitamins, egg protein and olive oil to moisturise and strengthen. After washing your hair, apply a generous amount of the product from roots to ends and leave it in for about 10 minutes.
3 / Aunt Jackie’s Knot On My Watch Instant Detangling Therapy, R89 from Dis-Chem
Instead of fighting with your hair, treat it like silk. This product makes it easier to do that! After application, the comb will glide through knots with ease. Apply generously and, using a wide-tooth comb, gently comb through the hair, from the ends upward, unravelling any tangles.
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4 / Originals by Africa's Best Olive Oil Leave-In Conditioner, R54 from Clicks
This leave-in goes beyond conditioning and raises the bar when it comes to moisturising, strengthening and revitalizing. On wet or dry hair, gently massage the product evenly from roots to ends. Then, using a wide-tooth comb, gently comb through hair before styling.
5 / Aunt Jackie's Curl La La Defining Curl Custard, R123 from Clicks
Say goodbye to frizz, unruly curls and lifeless coils because this product defines, shapes and controls curls and coils while simultaneously adding moisture and shine. Apply generously on wet or dry hair from roots to ends and work it through your hair before styling.
6 / Mera Amla Oil, R65 from Dis-Chem
This oil from India has been used for centuries to enhance shine, reduce frizz and add moisture. After you have washed your hair and applied your products, part your hair in sections and massage the oil into your scalp and hair before styling it as desired.
7 / Detangling Brush, R99 from Takelot
A detangling brush is a specially-designed hairbrush for hair prone to tangles. Unlike other hairbrushes, this variety removes knots and tangles without pulling and tugging or breaking your hair. Using the right hairbrush is key to reducing hair breakage and overall damage.