Curly hair routines require more moisture than other hair types. So much so that it’s recommended for those with curly and natural hair to shampoo their hair less to avoid the harsh, irritating, drying and stripping side effects that come with over-washing. That’s where co-washes and cleansing conditioners come into play.
Created with curls, coils, kinks and waves in mind, these innovative hair care treatments combine the cleansing benefits of shampoo with the hydrating benefits of conditioner, ensuring that low-porosity curly hair retains its moisture and doesn’t undergo any damage or breakage. Great for sensitive scalps, dry, coarse hair types and protective styling, the best co-washes for curly hair perform a delicate-yet-effective sweep of the scalp to remove impurities, oil and buildup without disrupting its natural oils.
Great for tackling frizz, sealing split ends and detangling, the best co-washes for curly hair infuse lasting hydration into each strand courtesy of their deep-conditioning formulas, which are typically fortified with ingredients such as shea butter, jojoba oil, coconut oil, argan oil and other nourishing emollients, helping them enhance the softness and smoothness of your curls while protecting and adding definition to your natural curl pattern. These rich hydrators also give cleansing conditioners their signature

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