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When people talk about shampoos for curly hair, it’s usually with a hint of caution. Shampoos for curls are often avoided, particularly when they contain chemicals like sulfate. Often blamed for stripping curls of natural moisture and leading to frizz, many curlies avoid shampoos. However, not all shampoos are created equal and there are tons of great products out there that perform their tasks of cleansing, removing dirt and oil. All of the following shampoos come recommended by other curlies, or have won awards. While most are shampoos, we will also explore some other cleansers as well!
SheaMoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen, Grow & Restore Shampoo : This shampoo has a luxurious vanilla brown sugar aroma that lingers long after you’ve shampooed. It cleanses and moisturizes without damaging delicate curls.
Raw Shea Butter Moisture Retention Shampoo : Great for Type 4 curls, or those with curls that are particularly dry and damaged. If you tend to have a lot of shrinkage with your curls, this highly moisturizing shampoo will help minimize that.
DevaCurl No-Poo Decadence Zero Lather Ultra Moisturizing Milk Cleanser : Not necessarily a shampoo, this cleanser has no lather but still delivers a punch when it comes to cleansing curls. Effective yet gentle, this is a great option for those who need something that strengthen curls and still does a great job.
Ouidad Superfruit Renewal Clarifying Cream Shampoo : This gentle cleanser has a fresh and fruity smell, which curlies everywhere are raving about. The thick cream makes it a breeze to work through even the most kinky, dry curls and it’s ultra moisturizing. A little bit of this product is very effective, which means although it may be more of an upfront cost, you’re going to get a lot of use out of it.
EDEN Bodyworks Peppermint Tea Tree Shampoo : The tea tree and peppermint oils in this shampoo work together to create a refreshing, cleansing tingle. For those that need to wash their curls more often, this gentle cleanser is a great option.
Which shampoos do you like to use on your coily, kinky curls? Let us know!