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What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
By Essence · Updated October 28, 2020
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Moroccanoil Oil Treatment

“It moisturizes without leaving an oily residue or weighing down my hair. It smells amazing! It was recommended to me by one of my caucasian sisters. Best product ever.” — Tionie Smith

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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Silk Elements Conditioning Mayonnaise

“Finally, I found a product that makes my hair super silky and soft after shampooing!” — Dena Brown

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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Sulfer 8 Loc Twist & Braid Butter

“I’m old school and normally use this when I wear braids! I’m a 70’s baby, so Sulfer 8 is classic. When I wear braids I use it on my scalp to bring my hair back to life.” — Bertina Hanna

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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Paul Mitchell Awaphui Hair Mist

“I spray this mist in my hair before taking out my braids, and I get virtually no hair loss. Love, love, love this product.” — Deborah Woods

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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Oyin Handmade’s Juices and Berries

“It smells great, it’s natural and makes your hair soft as a newborn baby! I get to support a Black business and have great hair, too.” — Sincerely Nigeria

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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One N Only Argan Oil

“Simply the most amazing product for moisture and shine without unwanted greasiness.” — Deidre Sams Wright

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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Diva Smooth

“Natural women need to get this! It makes hair manageable and flat-ironing sessions a breeze! I’ve used it for two years and my hair is growing longer than ever.” – Rosetta Branch

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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Carol’s Daughter’s Monoi Line

“The Monoi line (shampoo, conditioner and hair mask) has become my new obsession. Can’t live without these products. LOVE IT!” — Kimberly Madison

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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Dark and Lovely Hair Moisturizer

“My hair gets pretty dry, but when I use this my hair feels rehydrated. I truly believe in this moisturizer.” — Charlene Charles-Beatrice

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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natural instincts hair color

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Bee Mine Bee-u-ti-ful deep conditioner

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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Jamaican Black Castor Oil

“Jamaican Black castor oil is a BEAST for breakage and hair growth!” — Shakira Miles

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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Design Essentials Moisture Retention Shampoo

“I use it especially in the fall/winter to restore moisture to my clients hair from the dry wind abuse. And its great for softening glue when removing weaves.” — TaNeka Duckworth

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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L’Occitane 100% Shea Butter

“It’s helped prevent my hair and scalp from drying and shedding — and now my hair is soft, long and pretty. Love it!” — Gwendolyn Johnson-Steele

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
15
Let’s Jam Conditioning Gel

“It’s full of moisturizing glycerin, and you can use it on natural or relaxed hair. No alcohol, no sting…a must-have.” — Vanessa Junior Jones

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Africa’s Best conditioner
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Design Essentials Slick Edge

“It works wonders, whether you’re rocking a short cut or a doobie wrap — and it even tames those edges while wearing braids!” — Simone Jennings

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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Miss Jessie’s Sweet Baby Back Conditioner

“I swear by this, it makes my curls feel buttery. Is that a good word for it? Either way. Loves it.” — Nekia Seymore

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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Olive Oil Smooth Hold Pudding

“It holds my hair great without drying it out or making it brittle, like the brown styling gels. Plus, it has a great scent!” — Jill S. McDaniel

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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Grogranics Thicking Shampoo

“I swear by this new product; it’s really worked wonders for my thinning hair.”
— Erika Newton

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
21
Carol’s Daughter Hair Milk

“I am transitioning to natural and these are my must have items. Carol’s Daughter products are really helping — five months and going ($67.50 for the collection)!” — Melvina Colbert Patterson

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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Razac Perfect For Perms Finishing Creme Daily Hairdressing & Scalp

“I just love this hairdressing cream. And it’s a black-owned company, headquartered in Newark. Even better!”
— Tonisha Cook

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever
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Nexxus Restorative Conditioner

“Gotta have it!” — Christine H Tyler

What You Said: Your Favorite Hair Products, Ever