Light formulas with mild moisturizers are best for looser curls and oily hair. Thicker formulas are better for tighter curls and drier hair. Tight curls or kinks will usually need a cream conditioner. Dry curls will need a conditioner with heavy moisturizers or oils. For damaged curls, buy a conditioner especially for damaged hair.
Using a wide-tooth comb is particularly useful for tightly coiled textured hair.
Jojoba oil is an extra-light oil that feels less greasy than other options. It’s good for all curly hair but is especially useful for light curls. Coconut oil is excellent at penetrating hair to restore strength and is ideal for African-American hair. Some people may not like the scent of coconut oil.
It’s extra necessary to heat coconut oil until it melts, because coconut oil is solid at room temperature. However, if the air is warm enough, it may melt on its own.
