I have a lot of hair, and I have no plans to part with any of it. But, I want to try and cut down on the big time frizz and maybe support more of the curl.
My routine is:
I wash about once a week using Kristin Ess Moisture Rich Curl shampoo and conditioner. I comb the conditioner through my hair while showering.
While my hair is still wet, I use my hands to run Argan Oil (penetrating) through my hair.
I very very rarely dry my hair. I just leave it down to air dry or braid it to air dry. I prefer the braid method, it cuts down on my frizz by a lot, and my hair tends to not feel "crispy" once it is dried out.
I sleep with a bonnet on. I only finger brush it when dry. I either use clips to get it back or 3 hair ties (look, it is a lot of hair!)
I want to keep my care and routine very, very low maintenance. I won't use product that leaves my hair feeling stiff or crunchy if I can help it.

Note: Ouai is definitely out of my budget.

https://preview.redd.it/byxakopki6ag1.png?width=659&format=png&auto=webp&s=474ca79ed67d398a850145c316b9689636795ae6

It doesn't often \"spiral\" up like this, but on a really good day it does.

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  • Omg I love your hair mine is similar but not as long and thick. Would love to have yours. Personally I love Shea naturals and Ouidad products. The curl cream would prob work great for u.

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  • definitely opt for lightweight curl products - umberto giannini and camille rose have some good ones. personally i love skala, but i reccomend the blue one for your hair type because its lightweight and wont give you that uncomfortable feeling. also sleeping with a bonnet or silk pillowcase can help!

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    Thank you so much for the suggestions. I also do sleep in a bonnet, though I don't think I've noticed too much change because of it in the past year.

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