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My Favorite Drug Store 2C Curl Products

“My mood depends on how good my curls look.”
– Author Unknown

My Favorite Drug Store 2C Curl Products

“Your hair looks different every time I see you.” This is a common comment I get with my type 2c-3A curls/waves. With curly hair this is part of the territory.

You see there is curl type, hair porosity, and does your hair need moisture or protein? And let’s not forget about hard water, humidity, sulfates, too much product, pillow cases, wind, the cut, towels, water temperature, and maybe even if someone blinks an eye…who knows.

Type 2c hair is thicker, coarser wavy hair that is composed of a few more actual curls rather than just waves. Type 2c hair tends to be more resistant to styling and will frizz easily. Wavy whirlies tend to use a lot of gel to style and manage frizz.” -Naturallycurly.com

And guess what? Just like combination skin, your hair can have a couple of different types of curls. I have some corkscrew curls and some parts of my hair that are more 2b. Mostly I find my hair to be in the 2c to 3a category so I go with that. My hair has thinner strands, but I have a lot of it. I believe it is low to medium porosity. And, just when I thought it couldn’t get any more interesting, I stopped coloring and the gray has moved in with its own texture and needs.

I don’t take all of this too seriously. Just doing what I can, with what I have, when I am able.

START WITH THIS FIRST….

If you have wavy or curly hair, and want product recommendations, you have to start by getting to know your hair. I have, and know so many others, who hoard curl recommendations and end up with a MILLION products in their cabinet that didn’t work.

At the beginning of this post, there are links to discover your hair curl, porosity, and if it needs moisture or protein. You can’t go to the store without having an idea of what size clothes you wear. Sure, you still have to try on a few brands, and a size up or down, but for the most part you know if you have shorter legs and if you wear a size 2 or 14. Your friend can tell you all about a wonderful pair of jeans, but if they are meant for super long legs, it probably wont work if you are short, right?

Low porosity hair requires moisturizers rich in emollients such as shea butter, jojoba oil, coconut oil and mineral oil. It also benefits from humectant products, which attract and hold moisture to your hair. Choose lighter, liquid-based products such as hair milks that won’t sit on your hair and leave it oily or greasy.-NaturallyCurly.com

NEXT STEP…….

In the curl world there are two types:

Those who use “shampoo” and those who do not, low poo or no poo. You can read more about that here to choose what you want and what might be best for you and your hair.

If you choose to “shampoo”, the recommendation is to find a product that is sulfate and silicone free. Oh, you will also need to properly scrub hair and rinse it.

Silicone is really bad for curly hair because most curly hair is on the dry side. Silicone’s can slide off straight hair more than they can on curly hair. The silicone buildup will get stuck on the curls, weighing the hair down and causing more damage in the long run. —Shai Amiel

This is about 70% dry, prior to SOTC (and no makeup)

TECHNIQUE –

This is truly a whole post(s) in itself. Technique matters as much, if not more, than the products used.

Here are some great videos to get you started:

NOW HERE ARE SOME OF MY FAVORITE DRUG STORE 2C CURL PRODUCTS…….

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CLARIFYING SHAMPOO

*Here are more details on waves and clarifying shampoo.

“SHAMPOO”/COWASH – LOW POO & NO POO

NO POO

CONDITIONER

STYLING PRODUCTS

*Most people use a combination of products and at different stages in the process.

DEEP TREATMENTS AND MASKS

LEAVE-IN

TOOLS

*Some of these items you can find in a drug store and some online, but are so helpful for curl management.

  • Xtava Black Orchid Large Hair Diffuser, for 2c it seems diffusing really can help build up volume and a large diffuser is a MUST!
  • 360 mist sprayer or curly hair h20 spray bottle, this helps with evenly applying a homemade product, water, etc to your hair in a fine mist. Be sure to read the directions first.
  • Non-Slip Hair Clips, to help give roots a lift.
  • To put hair up use these instead of your normal hair ties, and no it’s not for your keys..lol! OR, dig out that old scrunchie cause it’s way less damaging!
  • LOVE THIS Scalp Massager Shampoo Brush. So here’s the deal….you need to gently scrub your hair when washing and this helps so much. I truly love it. I bought mine off of Amazon, but I think they are becoming more common in stores.
  • Wide Tooth Comb is a must! I like this one because it can hang up and its very inexpensive.
  • Buff or Silk Pillowcase

TIPS & TRICKS

I feel like I just touched the surface of this subject, but the post was about my favorite drug store products. At some point, I may add some additional posts on my specific routine if the need is there. If you have curly hair, I would love to know your favorite drug store 2c curl products and routine.

HERE ARE SOME MORE POSTS YOU MIGHT ENJOY:

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