8 products that helped me embrace my afro hair

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Crème of Nature Argan Oil Sulfate-Free Moisture and Shine Shampoo

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Crème of Nature Argan Oil Sulfate-Free Moisture and Shine Shampoo

Sulphates, which are found in traditional shampoo formulas, can be too stripping on curly hair, taking away the bounce and shine.  This sulphate-free, argan-enriched option hydrates as it cleanses, and left my afro detangled and glossy.  

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Charlotte Mensah Manketti Oil Conditioner

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Charlotte Mensah Manketti Oil Conditioner

This product delivered astonishing results from the first use. Hair with my texture loves deep, intensive moisture and the manketti and ximenia nut oils in this specialist formula impart just that.

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Maui Moisture Thicken & Restore + Bamboo Fibers Fortifying Mask

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Maui Moisture Thicken & Restore + Bamboo Fibers Fortifying Mask

Maui Moisture is known for making some of the best products for curly hair types and this mask is no exception. Its blend of castor oil and neem oils left my hair feeling and looking healthy. 

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Cantu Shea Butter Tea Tree & Jojoba Hair & Scalp Oil

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Cantu Shea Butter Tea Tree & Jojoba Hair & Scalp Oil

I use this cream formula as a scalp conditioner rather than for daily styling, as my scalp is often the one place I forget to care for. 

The tea tree oil inside soothes itchiness while improving blood flow (essential for helping nutrients reach the follicles), while  jojoba soothes and hydrates. It's great for the days where my scalp feels a little dry and needs a pick me up.

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Twisted Sista Intensive Leave In Conditioner

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Twisted Sista Intensive Leave In Conditioner

This leave-in conditioner is perfect for curly hair. It really helped to detangle my afro and minimise any breakage. The blend of coconut, avocado and almond oil always leaves my hair feeling extra hydrated.

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Maui Moisture Curl Quench+ Coconut Oil Curl Milk

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Maui Moisture Curl Quench+ Coconut Oil Curl Milk

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This curl milk is a holy-grail product for me. It's free from sulphates, so won't dry or strip delicate hair, and contains aloe vera, coconut oil and fruit extracts to moisturise intensively. An easy go-to for everyday styling.

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Fantasia IC Jamaican Black Castor Oil Mist

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Fantasia IC Jamaican Black Castor Oil Mist

I was first introduced to Fantasia IC products by my hairdresser and this mist played a key role in the growth and strength of my hair. Black castor oil is rich in omega fatty acids, so helps to fortify easily broken strands and encourage better growth.

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Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula™ Deep Conditioning Protein Pack

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Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula™ Deep Conditioning Protein Pack

This deep-conditioning protein pack is one I use bi-weekly after my shampoo. It's the perfect product for dry, damaged and colour-treated hair, and contains sustainably sourced ingredients, including Fairtrade coconut oil. 

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