“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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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One N Only Argan Oil
“Simply the most amazing product for moisture and shine without unwanted greasiness.” — Deidre Sams Wright
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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
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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
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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
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Bee Mine Bee-u-ti-ful deep conditioner
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Jamaican Black Castor Oil
“Jamaican Black castor oil is a BEAST for breakage and hair growth!” — Shakira Miles
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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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
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Grogranics Thicking Shampoo
“I swear by this new product; it’s really worked wonders for my thinning hair.”
— Erika Newton
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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
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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