Curly hair coach helping you better understand your naturally curly hair through easy-to-follow tutorials, science-based haircare tips, and problem-solving.
Best & Worst Shampoos & Conditioners for Curly & Wavy Hair
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Did you know that using the wrong shampoo and conditioner can make or break your routine? I’m sharing my top 8 regular shampoos and conditioner pairs for wavy or curly hair, including drugstore and high-end. What I look for in Shampoo & ConditionerI’m actually not that picky when it comes to “regular” shampoos and conditioners. By “regular,” I mean your standard shampoo and conditioner that you use on a regular basis, not clarifying shampoos or deep conditioners. Watch here for examples. There are a few things to keep in mind when selecting products: ProductsYou don’t need to spend a lot on shampoo and conditioners, and a lot of them will work with most hair types. Below are some of my favorites: Don’t know which hair type you have?If you need help choosing the right products for you, my free Hair Type Quiz asks you a series of questions to determine your hair’s texture, porosity, water type, and more. After, you’ll receive a personalized report sent to your email with links to the shop page on my website. There you’ll find filters applied based on your hair’s needs. Comment and let me know what your results were, and if they surprised you! Watch the full Product Reviews & Guides playlist for more.
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Gena Marie
Curly hair coach helping you better understand your naturally curly hair through easy-to-follow tutorials, science-based haircare tips, and problem-solving.
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