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Home • Hair

Don't Get It Twisted! These Are The Best Products For Braids

Look no further.
By Siraad Dirshe · Updated December 6, 2020
The key to an effective protective style is taking all the right steps, before, during and after, to ensure your hair is healthy. While many of us love a good braided style, it’s easy to neglect our hair while it’s braided. We either skip using products altogether, or use ones that aren’t super effective.
Because we want everyone’s hair to flourish and be healthy, we’ve rounded up the best hair products for braids. We’ve got cleansers, oils and the cutest way to protect your edges. Keep reading to find out what’s on our list!
01
TXTR. by Cantu, AVC + Tea Tree Soothing Shampoo
Gently sooth itchy braids and remove buildup without stripping the natural oils with this apple cider vinegar and tea tree oil-infused shampoo.
Don't Get It Twisted! These Are The Best Products For Braids
available at Utla $10 Buy
02
Shea Moisture, Jojoba Oil & Ucuuba Butter No-Rinse Foam Cleanser
Don't Get It Twisted! These Are The Best Products For Braids
available at Walmart $10 Buy
03
Oyin, Burnt Sugar Hair Pomade
Add a long-lasting high-gloss to hair, especially the baby hairs, with this hair pomade.
Don't Get It Twisted! These Are The Best Products For Braids
available at Target $14 Buy
04
Girl + Hair, Restoring Hair Balm
Made especially for protective styles, this solution protects and restores the health of your natural hair.
Don't Get It Twisted! These Are The Best Products For Braids
available at Girl And Hair $16 Buy
05
Briogeo Rosarco Oil™
This nutrient-rich oil treatment that transforms hair from dry and brittle before, during and after braids.
Don't Get It Twisted! These Are The Best Products For Braids
available at Sephora $28 Buy
06
Grace Eleyae, Satin-Lined Headband
We all know how important our edges are and this satin-lined headband helps keep them in tact.
Don't Get It Twisted! These Are The Best Products For Braids
available at Grace Eleyae $18 Buy
07
Vernon Francois, Scalp Nourish~Ment Braids and Locs Spray
Don't Get It Twisted! These Are The Best Products For Braids
available at Sephora $24 Buy
TOPICS:  Braids hair products