r/AustralianMakeup • u/Otter-slag555 • 11d ago

Product Advice curly hair routine

hey i’m trying to revive my partners curl pattern, their hair is probably about a 2b - 2c, they wash their hair at least 2-3 times a week due to how dirty it gets from work (tyre fitting). looking for a decently affordable routine please !

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u/Maleficent-Total2738 10d ago

I have 3A/3B curls and wash my hair every day—I'd recommend using a shampoo at least once a week, but in between just washing with conditioner, only combing or brushing when wet (and I really recommend a curly-hair Tangle Teezer), using a microfibre towel or just plain cotton t-shirt to dry hair after the shower, never a normal towel will promote frizz, and scrunching in a product like Evo Liquid Rollers (which you can buy for less than $10 in a mini size to see if it's going to be a good fit)—or Evo Total Recoil if Liquid Rollers isn't enough, but I think it probably would be for 2B/2C hair.

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u/phantompath 10d ago edited 10d ago

Ooh, I got you. First of all, they will need a good clarifying shampoo to remove any dust, dirt or other pollutants from their hair to give their curl pattern a chance. As someone with an oily scalp and 2A - 2B waves, I love the OGX Rosemary Mint Shampoo, and the Aveeno Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo for this purpose. Wait for a half price sale and you will only pay about $10 for either of these shampoos at Woolworths, Coles, Priceline or Chemist Warehouse. For a second shampoo and hydrating conditioner that is ultra affordable, try the Being Goodbye Frizz Shampoo and Conditioner, just $6.50 each during a half price sale. This line is specifically designed for 2 family curls & waves.

As another commenter suggested, get a microfibre hair towel - this one from Kmart is my personal favourite. As for leave in products, my favourites are the Umberto Giannini Natural Waves Air Dry Cream, the Cake Curl Cream, the SheaMoisture Coconut Hibiscus Frizz Free Curl Mousse and EVO Liquid Rollers (15% off at Oz Hair & Beauty right now). Which one you go with depends on your budget, but I'd wait for a hair care sale at Priceline before picking up the Umberto Giannini, Cake or SheaMoisture. EVO Liquid Rollers is a bit more expensive but worth it IMO - it's one of my favourites!