Am I Forcing My Curls? Low vs. High Effort Routine Comparison
Some say we’re forcing our curls when we manipulate them with styling techniques—but is it really too much if we’re just bringing out their full
Did you know that using the wrong shampoo and conditioner can make or break your routine? I’m sharing my top 8 regular shampoos and conditioner pairs for wavy or curly hair, including drugstore and high-end.
I’m actually not that picky when it comes to “regular” shampoos and conditioners. By “regular,” I mean your standard shampoo and conditioner that you use on a regular basis, not clarifying shampoos or deep conditioners. Watch here for examples.
There are a few things to keep in mind when selecting products:
❌ Avoid shampoos that are too mild, like co-washes.
❌ Avoid shampoos and conditioners that contain a lot of oils and butter ingredients. This will impact your hold, especially if you have fine, thin, or overly soft hair which is more prone to getting weighed down.
✅ Medium to strong cleansing shampoos
✅ High lather
✅ Sulfate-free formulas
✅ High slip in conditioner
You don’t need to spend a lot on shampoo and conditioners, and a lot of them will work with most hair types. Below are some of my favorites:
If you need help choosing the right products for you, my free Hair Type Quiz asks you a series of questions to determine your hair’s texture, porosity, water type, and more. After, you’ll receive a personalized report sent to your email with links to the shop page on my website. There you’ll find filters applied based on your hair’s needs.
Comment and let me know what your results were, and if they surprised you!
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I just got a perm 2 weeks ago, what products should I use to define the curls?