Prime Day Curly Guide: What’s Actually Worth Buying + LIVE REPLAY

Published about 1 month ago • 3 min read

Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days are happening today and tomorrow only! I’ve rounded up my top curly hair picks on my Amazon storefront—plus shared quick notes below on each product’s key characteristics to help you decide what’s worth grabbing.

I also went live on YouTube to break down these deals, explain how to choose for your hair type, and even picked out products for many of you!

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Treatments & Deep Conditioners

Living Proof Triple Bond Complex 30% off

Strengthens and repairs internal hair bonds
Lightweight leave-in treatment
Protein-free

Curlsmith Bond Curl Rehab Salve 20% off

Strengthens internal hair bonds and restores elasticity
Pre-shampoo treatment
Contains protein

Curlsmith Bonding Oil 20% off

Adds shine and protects against breakage
Lightweight oil
Protein-free

Curlsmith Miracle Shield 20% off

Protects from UV, pollution, and heat while reducing breakage
Lightweight conditioning spray
Protein-free

Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Mask 30% off

Restores moisture and strengthens dry, damaged curls
Lightweight
Contains protein

Briogeo Avocado + Kiwi Mega Moisture Superfood Mask 30% off

Deeply moisturizes and softens dry hair without heaviness
Medium-heavy weight
Protein-free

Briogeo Açai + Passionfruit Lightweight Hydration Hair Mask 30% off

Adds lightweight moisture without weighing down fine hair
Lightweight
Protein-free

Shampoos & Conditioners

Ouidad Water Works Clarifying Shampoo 20% off

Removes buildup, chlorine, and hard water
Strong, low-moisture cleanser
Protein-free

Curlsmith Curl Reset Detox Shampoo 20% off

Removes buildup and hard water
Medium-strong cleanser
Protein-free

Curlsmith Multi-Tasking Conditioner 20% off

Works as a rinse-out, deep conditioner, or leave-in
Light to medium-weight cream
Contains protein

Umberto Giannini Curl Jelly Wash Shampoo 16% off

Gently cleanses while maintaining moisture
Low-medium conditioning
Protein-free

Umberto Giannini Curl Jelly Shampoo & Conditioner

Detangles and softens curls without heaviness
Medium-weight
Protein-free

Leave-Ins & Curl Creams

Ouidad Moisture Lock Leave-In Conditioner 23% off

Provides conditioning and slip
Medium-weight cream
Protein-free

Curlsmith Fragrance-Free Leave-In Conditioner 20% off

Provides conditioning and slip
Fragrance-free
Lightweight cream
Protein-free

Rizos Curls Curl Defining Cream 15% off

Defines and conditions curls
Heavy-weight cream
Protein-free

Marc Anthony Strictly Curls Curl Cream (2 pack) 15% off

Defines and conditions curls
Heavy-weight cream
Contains protein

Gels

Ouidad Advanced Climate Control Stronger Hold Gel 50% off

Defines curls and locks out humidity
Strong, flexible hold
Medium-weight liquid gel
Contains protein
High slip, no texture/grit
Highly conditioning, can be used alone
Pairs well with Ouidad leave-ins & creams or AG Recoil Cream

Ouidad Coil Infusion Styling Gel 50% off

Defines curls and locks out humidity
Light-medium hold
Medium-weight liquid gel
Contains protein
High slip, no texture/grit
Highly conditioning, can be used alone

Curlsmith Fragrance-Free Strong Hold Gel 20% off

Defines curls and locks out humidity
Strong hold
Thick gel
Protein-free
High texture/grit, little to no slip
Little to no conditioning
Pairs well with the Curlsmith Fragrance-Free Leave-In

Rizos Curls Strong Hold Styling Gel 44% off

Defines curls and locks out humidity
Strong hold
Thick gel
Contains protein
High texture/grit, some slip
No conditioning, contains alcohol, which can help counteract overly soft hair
Pairs well with the Rizos Cream or AG Recoil

Joico JoiGel Firm Styling Gel 30% off

Defines curls and locks out humidity
Strong hold
Thick gel
Contains protein
High texture/grit, some slip
Little to no conditioning
Pairs well with AG Recoil

Umberto Giannini Curl Scrunching Jelly 16% off

Defines curls and locks out humidity
Medium hold
Medium gel
Protein-free
No texture/grit, some slip
Medium conditioning
Pairs well with the Umberto Giannini Cream

Marc Anthony Strictly Curls Flex Gel 13% off

Defines curls
Medium hold
Medium gel
Protein-free
No texture/grit, high slip
Highly conditioning
Pairs well with the Marc Anthony Curl Envy Cream

Finishing Sprays

Living Proof Flex Hairspray 30% off

Flexible, buildable hold that resists humidity and frizz
Aerosol
Medium hold
Contains alcohol, which can help counteract overly soft hair

Living Proof Dry Volume & Texture Spray 30% off

Boosts volume and texture
Aerosol
High texture/grit
Contains alcohol, which can help counteract overly soft hair

Rizos Curls Alcohol-Free Volumizing Hairspray 18% off

Strong hold
Water-based spray
High texture/grit
Alcohol-free

Tools & Brushes

Tangle Teezer Naturally Curly Detangling Brush 15% off

Multipurpose: detangle, distribute product, brush style
Flexible and gentle

Curl Keeper Flexy Brush 20% off

Detangle and distribute product
Very flexible and gentle

Tangle Teezer Scalp Massage Brush 20% off

Stimulates scalp circulation and helps remove buildup
Flexible, small bristles
Ergonomic grip

Accessories

Curlfriend Collective Hair Match Satin Scrunchies 25% off

Available in multiple hair colors
Unique pattern that mimics curls’ texture to blend flawlessly
Real silk

HYFEEL No-Dent Wavy Headband 20% off

Keeps hair off the face without flattening curls
Flexible, no-dent design

Yanibest Adjustable Satin Bonnet with Drawstring 29% off

Protects curls overnight and stays secure all night
Adjustable drawstring, double-layer satin
Large size - roll the rim for low density and short hair types

YFONG Double-Layer Satin Sleep Bonnet 31% off

Protects curls overnight
Adjustable ribbon tie
Double-layer real silk
Small size to fit low-medium density and short to medium length hair

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