18 Hair Products To Try If You’re Working To Rehabilitate Your Curls

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If your curls are lookin' a little on the dead side, check out these products.

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Promising review: "I put this on my wet hair and let it dry, and it hydrates my wavy hair and accentuates the waves and curls while still leaving the hair soft and bouncy." —Bev W

Get it from Amazon for $7.97.

Promising review: "I really suffer in the humidity of summer. My hair turns frizzy and wavy, but not a cute wavy. If I try to straighten my hair and then go outside, it looks like I have done nothing. If I try to curl my hair, it looks like a rats' nest after 30 minutes. So I decided to do some research and found this product being mentioned over and over. It seemed simple enough to use, so I bought it. I used it all last summer and I have started using it this spring. This product really is the best at fighting humidity. The barrier it creates on the hair really does resist the moisture and keep styled hair looking good for days! And it holds up after a few washes as promised." —krisvan

Get it from Amazon for $28.

Promising reviews: "I have 4c hair and was looking for a protein treatment for my thin and fragile hair. I had recently used a product in my hair that had so much alcohol in it that it wreaked havoc on my hair, leaving it pretty damaged. I was very skeptical about this product because I have never seen anyone with my hair type use it. Boy was I wrong to doubt this product. It left my hair looking and feeling beautiful. I highly recommend it to anyone with natural or curly hair." —Therese-Claire

Get it from Amazon for $7.40.

Use this two to three times per week after shampooing your hair, and remember not to use it on your scalp. This treatment is just for the length of your hair.

Promising review: "I don’t usually do reviews on products, but for this one I absolutely have to. I have 3c-type hair and struggle with a lot a breakage, unmanageability, and moisture. When my mom mentioned this product to me I didn’t take her seriously because of the simple fact that we have two completely different hair textures. I never would've thought this brand would work on my hair. I have always used ethnic hair products and stayed away from brands such as this one. I have never in my 22 years felt my hair like this. I feel like I have a completely different head of hair. This product is so amazing and I will FOREVER be using this product in my hair regimen. Thank you so much!! ♥️" —Theressa Hailey

Get it from Amazon for $10.97.

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Promising review: "Works so well to instantly define my curls and keeps them moisturized. And it smells soooo good." —Marsha

Get it from Amazon for $15.28.

Promising review: "Possibly better than Deva Curl foam mousse, and I can buy six of these for the price of one Deva Curl. This stuff is awesome. I have type 2c curly hair, that, without mass product, gets like Krusty the Clown frizzy. I've loosely been following curly girl routines, sulfate/paraben/yada-yada free shampoo and conditioner, curly girl microfiber towel, satin pillowcase, the whole nine yards. I usually have to put serum, mousse, and sometimes hairspray in it to make it look decent, but then it's all crunchy. I used this stuff on my damp hair, and let it air dry, and my hair looked so nice, and it was soft too, not crunchy. I actually had some nice curls form. So if you're at the end of your rope with your unruly hair, give this stuff a try, and if it doesn't work for you, it was only $4, not $24." —MrsT 111111

Get it from Amazon for $3.98.

Promising review: "I've always had a natural light curl in my hair, which many products that I have used have wiped out. This was my first time using this product and I'm very impressed. I have more of my natural curls back and a hold that lasts throughout the day (on top of a lot of compliments). The scent is a very light citrus that is pretty much unnoticeable, which is a big plus to me. Happy that I have found a product that actually works." —Ty

Get it from Amazon for $7.67.

Promising review: "I have dry 4a–b natural hair and it tangles easily, but this stuff has made my wash days so much easier. You might have to use a few handfuls to completely cover your hair depending on your length/thickness but it's worth it to me. The key is to finger comb through your tresses, or use a wide tooth comb; brushes are a no-no. The slip going through my kinky curls is incredible, and the smell is a light coconut scent. Styling my hair after has become a breeze. Hair ending up in the sink/shower has been minimized greatly! I can't even imagine how I got through my wash days before without it. I hope they never stop making it. One extremely satisfied customer here *thumbs up*." —The Fancy One

Get it from Amazon for $7.49.

Promising review: “I bought this product by chance. I had never heard of it but it came up on Amazon while I was looking for new haircare products but when I saw the word coils I knew that was specific to my hair type so I took a chance on it and I’m SO happy I did! I’ve never bought a product from Aussie in my life and finally they made something for my 4c hair. My coils are so tight that most products don’t really define them properly because they’re meant for curls. This product makes my hair soft, supple, and smell incredible.” —DD

Get it from Amazon for $23.99.

Promising review: "It truly is a nice, perfectly sized, lightweight hair brush for detangling mini-fro, short, tightly coiled natural hair!!! It glides through my curls with ease, whether my hair is wet or completely dry. Depending on the desired style, it can also be used to create various (short) hair styles and/or perform a variety of techniques!! THANK YOU!!" —DLTolliver

Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in six colors/patterns).

Promising review: "I ditched my liquid shampoo and switched to this. In a few washings my hair is healthier and my natural curls returned. My hair is shiny and I lost the frizz." —Irma Gonzalez

Get it from Amazon for $13.99.

Promising review: "This stuff is amazing! I have fine, curly hair and it's the only stuff that tames the frizz. I've been using it for several years now and haven't found anything that works the same. It is best used on dry, second day curls. It 'brings curls back to life' so to speak." —Sandra M.

Get it from Amazon for $15.40+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "I love it! It has a wonderful smell that is not at all overwhelming. It's a nice creamy consistency, so it's easy to put in your hair. This product has worked wonders on my hair. I saw instant results the first time I used it. I'm African American and have natural hair. This product brought moisture to my hair and made it A LOT curlier! I really love this and will most likely buy it again." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $12.95.

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Promising review: "I’ve used lots of diffusers over the years, but none of them have been effective as this one. It dries my hair and builds in volume and curls. I don’t wash my hair daily, so on days when my hair is dry, I dampen it lightly with my fingers and dry it again. Sometimes I’ll use a curling cream to create more dramatic curls, but they are softer without the product, and I can go longer without a wash. This is a super dryer for enhancing your curls." —J M

Get it from Amazon for $33.32.

Promising review: "I live in an area of the country that is very humid and hot during the summer. I always struggled to get my curl pattern to stay and to not become a frizzy mess during the summer months. I finally stumbled upon this product and instantly fell in love. My curl pattern returned instantly and the anti-frizz factor was incredible. It is now my holy grail product in the summer. It can be used alone or I layer a hard hold gel, like Aussie Instant Freeze, over it for more days without a refresh. It also seems to hold up well for most other months as well, until the humidity drops too low and the glycerin in it doesn't do well." —hodagkins

Get it from Amazon for $18.20+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "I bought this to help protect my curls from frizz caused by friction and to prevent my curls from drying out at night. I definitely noticed a difference after the first use. And it is cute and luxurious." —Jenny F.

Get a set of two from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in five sizes and 36 colors).

Promising review: "Honestly, I never thought that curl-specific hair shampoo/conditioner was all that important. My curls look way better, are less frizzy, and are easier to manage. Highly recommend this product to anyone with curls." —R. Armstrong

Get it from Amazon for $14.

Promising review: "My hair needed this!!! This product is really good if you have thick and full hair. I hadn’t realized how dry my hair was until I started using this. I’m new to curly hair, so I’m still trying to train my hair. Not Your Mother's cream wasn’t hydrating enough for my hair so a friend recommended this to me and the difference is amazing. My hair looks so shiny now. It’s really good for forming and holding curls, but doesn’t leave my hair crunchy. My curls feel soo soft and hydrated." —Alexis Z

Get it from Amazon for $8.74.

The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.