Best Conditioner For Curly Hair

What should curly hair look for in a conditioner?

Slip and moisture. Curly hair is structurally more prone to dryness because natural oils travel down a coiled shaft less easily, so richer conditioners with emollients and humectants generally suit it better. Slip matters practically — a conditioner that lets you detangle with fingers or a wide-tooth comb reduces breakage.

Should I use a leave-in as well?

Many people with curls do. Rinse-out conditioner does the detangling and moisture work in the shower; a leave-in adds a lighter layer that helps definition and reduces frizz through the day. Apply leave-in to damp rather than dry hair so it distributes evenly.

What is co-washing?

Washing with conditioner instead of shampoo, on the basis that traditional surfactants can strip curls more than they need. It suits some curl types and not others — fine curls and oily scalps often find it leaves buildup. If you try it, keep a clarifying wash in rotation.

How do I detangle without causing breakage?

Only when wet and coated with conditioner, working from the ends upward in sections, using fingers or a wide-tooth comb. Never brush dry curls unless you intend to change the texture entirely.

What else should I look at?

Browse the full hair essentials range, or the wider hair care section for masks and treatments.