Textured Hair Care Product Recommendations & Where to Buy
Understanding the unique needs of your child’s hair can be challenging, but with the right products and guidance, you can confidently care for their beautiful curls, coils, and waves. Whether you’re searching for the perfect shampoo, conditioner, or styling products, we’ve curated a selection of recommendations to suit various hair types and concerns.
For your convenience, we’ve included links to shop for these products online through Amazon, Target, and Walmart, making it easier than ever to access the tools you need to keep your child’s hair healthy and vibrant. Additionally, for those seeking personalized advice and hands-on instruction, we encourage you to explore local hair salons or stores where professionals can offer 1-on-1 guidance on hair care and styling techniques.
Both Walmart and Target have created an entire section of their beauty departments dedicated to products used in caring for textured hair.
Product Recommendations
Camille Rose Sweet Ginger Cleansing Rinse
Price: $11.95
Purchase at Amazon or Target
Purpose: Shampoo
Directions: Shampoo hair twice for deep cleanse. Rinse after cleansing.
Mielle Rosemary Mint Strengthening Hair Masque
Price: $8.99
Purchase at Amazon or Target
Purpose: Deep Conditioner
Directions: Section hair in 4 parts. Apply from ends to roots, detangling the hair in the same order with a brush or comb. Leave the product in the hair for 15 minutes to 1 hour. (This can be paired with a hair steamer if applicable for deeper penetration).
Camille Rose Moroccan Pear Conditioning Custard
Price: $10.99
Purchase at Amazon or Target
Purpose: Conditioner
Directions: To be used after rinsing out the deep conditioner. Again, section the hair into four quadrants and apply from the ends to the roots. Detangle once more and twist each quadrant for maintenance. Leave in for 10 minutes, and then rinse out the product.
Kinky-Curly Knot Today Leave-In Detangler
Price: $12.99/each
Purchase at Amazon (3 pack) or Target
Purpose: Leave-In Conditioner
Directions: Apply a generous amount to wet hair after washing. It can be used whether performing a wash-and-go (to be accompanied by a gel and mousse for this style; we recommend Uncle Funky’s Daughter Gel and Innersense Volumizing Foam) or a protective style (i.e., twist out, braid out, Bantu knots).
As-I-Am Double Butter Rich Daily Moisture
Price: $9.80 for 8oz
Purchase at Amazon or Walmart
Purpose: Moisture Butter
Directions: Applied after leave-in conditioner, mainly used for protective styling, i.e. twist out, mini twist, braid out, etc.
Mielle Organic Rosemary Mint Oil
Price: $8.99 – $9.99
Purchase at Amazon, Target, Walmart
Purpose: Hair Growth Oil
Directions: To be applied to ends daily. As well as roots 1x a week or more, depending on hair type. It can be used for LOC or LCO method of styling.
Tangle Teezer Detangling Brush
Price: $10.99 – $15.99
Purchase at Amazon, Target, Walmart
Purpose: Detangling Brush
Directions: Any time you need to detangle hair, this brush eases the process with low hair loss. Start from ends to roots; working your way through in sections.
Alpree Hair Spray Bottle
Price: $6.99
Purchase at Amazon or Walmart
Purpose: Spray Bottle
Direction: Continuous mist spray bottle used to refresh hair whenever or apply hydration when styling hair if sections start to dry out.
Silk Bonnet
Price: $5.00 – $6.99
Purchase at Amazon, Target, Walmart
Purpose: To wear at night. Protects hair from damage while sleeping.
Satin Hair Scrunchies
Price: $6.50 – $8.00 for multi-packs
Purchase at Amazon, Target, Walmart
Purpose: To style hair. This is a more protective option than rubber or elastic ties.
Slick Back Hair Brush Set
Price: $4.89 – $6.69 for a 3-piece set
Purchase at Amazon or Walmart
Purpose: The nylon edge brush is to help maintain edges. The comb and larger nylon brush are used for styling slick buns.
Red by Kiss Edge Fixer Hair Shine Gel
Price: $8.99
Purchase at Amazon, Target (1 oz. for $3.89), Walmart
Purpose: Edge Control
YouTube, Social Media and Websites
Whitney White
Whitney White, known as Naptural85 on YouTube and social media, is an American vlogger, blogger, natural hair enthusiast and entrepreneur. She started sharing her story from her first video “Natural Hair Journey”, which showed her hair transition from relaxed to natural hair. She has over 1 million YouTube subscribers & nearly 700,000 followers on Instagram.
“When I had my daughter, it was really important for me to have her love her natural curly hair,” said Whitney White. “At the end of the day, I just want her to be happy and confident in her hair.”
Find Whitney on Instagram, YouTube & TikTok
Christy Gior, a YouTube creator and social media influencer, filmed a video showing herself and her daughter going through a textured hair care routine. Having learned on her own, she shares basic tips that have worked for her, aiming to support and share advice among biological, foster and adoptive caregivers.
Check out the video here!
Additional Resources:
Caucasian Mother Caring for Young Girl’s Textured Hair: Tami Majtan
Dads Learning to Do Daughters Hair: Today Show
Absolutely Everything Curly
Book Recommendations
My Hair is a Garden by Cozbi A. Cabrera
A great story for girls with information and tips for haircare and styling in the back.
After a day of being taunted by classmates about her unruly hair, Mackenzie can’t take any more and she seeks guidance from her wise and comforting neighbor, Miss Tillie. Using the beautiful garden in the backyard as a metaphor, Miss Tillie shows Mackenzie that maintaining healthy hair is not a chore nor is it something to fear. Most importantly, Mackenzie learns that natural black hair is beautiful.
Purchase on Amazon or check it out at your local library!
Happy Hair by Mechal Renee Roe
A fan favorite for young girls with textured hair. Illustrations and descriptions of different hairstyles are positive and fun affirmations to boost self-esteem.
Girls will love seeing strong, happy reflections of themselves in this vibrant, rhythmic book full of beautiful Black hairstyles. From a cute crop to pom-pom puffs, illustrations of girls with gorgeous braids, blowouts, and bantus grace each page, side by side with a positive message that will make girls cheer.
It’s a great read-aloud to promote self-esteem for girls of all ages, building and growing the foundation of self-love (and hair love!) and letting every girl know “You are made beautiful!”
Purchase on Amazon or check it out at your local library!
Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry
This #1 New York Times Best Seller follows a dad who struggles to style his little girl’s hair but, with some help, finally succeeds.
Zuri’s hair has a mind of its own. It kinks, coils, and curls every which way. Zuri knows it’s beautiful. When mommy does Zuri’s hair, she feels like a superhero. But when mommy is away, it’s up to daddy to step in! And even though daddy has a lot to learn, he LOVES his Zuri. And he’ll do anything to make her—and her hair—happy.
Be sure to check out the animated short video, too.
Purchase on Amazon or check it out at your local library!
Cool Cuts by Mechal Renee Roe
A book for boys 5-8 years old that reflects hair and cultural positivity.
Boys will love seeing strong, happy reflections of themselves in this vibrant, rhythmic book full of hip Black hairstyles. From a ‘fro-hawk to mini-twists and crisp cornrows, illustrations of boys with cool curls, waves, and afros grace each page, accompanied by a positive message that will make kids cheer.
It’s a great read-aloud to promote positive self-esteem to boys of all ages, building and growing the foundation of self-love (and hair love!) and letting every boy know that “You are born to be awesome!”
Purchase on Amazon or check it out at your local library!
J.D. and the Great Barber Battle by J. Dillard
An award-winning book about how to find the best barber in town.
J.D. has a big problem–it’s the night before the start of third grade and his mom has just given him his first and worst home haircut. When the steady stream of insults from the entire student body of Douglass Elementary becomes too much for J.D., he takes matters into his own hands and discovers that, unlike his mom, he’s a genius with the clippers.
His work makes him the talk of the town and brings him enough hair business to open a barbershop from his bedroom. But when Henry Jr., the owner of the only official local barbershop, realizes he’s losing clients to J.D., he tries to shut him down for good. How do you find out who’s the best barber in all of Meridian, Mississippi? With a GREAT BARBER BATTLE!
Purchase on Amazon or check it out at your local library!
