Do not rinse. Style as desired. For best results, use as a hair styling cream for twist-outs, braids and wash-and-go styles. This curl enhancer contains NO nasties such as sulphates, silicones, parabens, phthalates or mineral oils. When I was applying the SheaMoisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie to each section of my hair initially, it seemed like the cream was sitting on top of my strands instead of sinking in. Most of the time, this means I just need to help the absorption process by massaging the product in a bit more. Once I did that, my hair felt much smoother and softer, and I was able to twist each section without any issues.

No matter what your curl pattern, the goal of these oil-enriched, hold-inducing concoctions is to assist your natural texture by adding definition, smoothness, and shine. A pro tip when shopping for curl creams is to look for moisture-boosting ingredients, along with additions like film formers which will help stretched-out or limp curls to recoil. Cosmetic chemist Ginger King previously explained to Allure that film formers are polymers (either synthetic- or starch-based) that help to shape each hair strand. The nutrient-rich Coconut Oil and Fair-Trade Shea Butter from Ghana are natural and effective ingredients that moisturise and protect hair while replenishing lost oils. Carrot Seed Oil and Aloe Vera provide even more hydration while Hibiscus Flower Extract improves hair elasticity, reducing breakage and split ends. HOW TO USE: Apply to clean, wet hair. Gently comb through hair, working roots to ends. Leave in for 3 minutes then rinse. Style as desired. This conditioner contains NO nasties such as sulphates, silicones, parabens, phthalates or mineral oils.

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Uses: A styling cream that moisturizes strands while helping curls to appear smoother and more defined. Shea Moisture haircare is made not just with a nod to the past, but with an eye on the future. Shea Moisture products are natural and sustainable, as well as being 100% cruelty-free. The brand is uncompromising on the list of ingredients they won't include in their products, including parabens, petroleum, and mineral oil. This curl-enhancing shampoo nourishes hair with fast-absorbing and nutrient-rich Coconut and Neem Oils, Fair Trade Shea Butter, and smoothing Silk Protein We’ve seen a lot of beauty brands in our day, but none that have offerings quite as extensive—or inclusive—as SheaMoisture. Whether it’s across their hair, body, or skincare categories, there’s a truly dizzying array of options with choices for every particular want and need. There are shampoos and stylers for any hair type or textures, plus scrubs, washes, and lotions galore for any complexion concern. There’s even a range of baby and kids products with formulas that even adults will love.

SheaMoisture products are powered by sustainably sourced, trusted ingredients and have been tested on friends and family for generations, but never on animals. For tighter curls (4a-4c), a lightweight, medium-hold mousse with extra conditioners (or applied over a leave-in conditioner) is best followed by a serum once dry. Often, these types of curls are in need of hydration. Replenish the moisture first and then layer the mousse over. Serum added at the end increases shine and breaks up the “set” for a nice-looking curl. Curly hair looks best when it's wild and imperfect, but unless you're going for a super undefined style, it can be a pain to make sure your hair is — for the most part — keeping its gorgeous, spiral-y shape. That's especially true when you consider factors like frizz and humidity. Thankfully, there are plenty of curl creams out there that can lend a hand with styling and maintenance.

Ingredients

Aqua, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter* **, Polysorbate 60, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Oleth-10, Panthenol, Cetrimonium Chloride, PEG-150 Stearate, Steareth-20, Tocopherol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Seed Oil, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Beta-Carotene, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Hydrolyzed Silk, Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract, Maltodextrin, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Citral, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Parfum.

Jasmine Rilington is a h airstylist, cosmetologist, and founder of The Glam Room , a brand specializing in haircare products that work for those who are going through chemotherapy or are struggling with hair loss from conditions such as alopecia.Sheamoisture Products, Like This Restorative Hair Treatment, Contain Only Natural Goodness: No Sulphates Or Silicones SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine Conditioner softens and detangles dry, frizzy hair, infusing it with intense moisture and shine-enhancing nutrients. It’s loaded with everything you need to tame your wavy, curly or kinky, coily hair. Overall, I have three go-to brands, and SheaMoisture is actually one of them—the other two are Camille Rose Naturals and Melanin Haircare. I’ve tried twisting creams from each brand, and while I’ve fared well overall, Melanin Haircare's Twist-Elongating Style Cream is the one I enjoy the most. I still remain open to other products, though, especially if they're from a brand I trust. I decided to put my current twisting cream on pause and try SheaMoisture’s Coconut & Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie. SheaMoisture recommends sectioning your hair, applying the product sparingly to damp or dry strands, and styling as desired. I decided to use the cream to seal in my leave-in moisturizer and help define my curls when doing my twist-out. Use the Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine shampoo and Coconut & Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie together to achieve vibrant, bouncy, and unbelievably manageable curls. HOW TO USE: Section hair and apply the product sparingly to damp or dry hair. The nutrient-rich Coconut Oil and Fair-Trade Shea Butter from Ghana are natural and effective ingredients that moisturise and protect hair while replenishing lost oils.