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Aftercare

Shop Smoothed. Everything we actually use.

The tools and products we reach for in the salon, and the ones we send you home with.

Sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner
A leave-in conditioner
A heat protectant, or a frizz serum if you air dry
Something with hold if you wear your curls out — a curl cream, mousse or gel
A thermal brush, or a dryer and a separate paddle brush
A satin pillowcase or bonnet

Start with what you have. Add the rest as you go.

The thermal brush Every hair type Not a dryer — no airflow. It goes on hair that's already dry and warms it just enough to smooth it, with nothing clamping shut on your hair. The RevAir Curly and coily Dries and stretches with suction instead of a brush pulling through your hair. An investment, but the one people ask us about most. The one for everyone Every hair type The product we end up recommending to almost every client who walks out, whatever their pattern. The gel with hold Curly and coily Our clients' favourite for a true wash-and-go. Start with less than you think, and add more if you need it. The satin pillowcase Every hair type Eight hours a night of cotton dragging on your hair adds up. This is the cheapest change on the list. Shampoo and conditioner Every hair type Sulfate-free, from your first wash onward. Our favourite brand isn't selling in the US yet — we'll email you the moment it is.

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Still deciding

Not sure what your hair needs?

How you wash, how often, and what to reach for depends on your pattern and how you like to wear it. It's all written up, hair type by hair type.

Aftercare, start to finish