The Best Protein and Glycerin Free Products

Water Works Clarifying Shampoo

Ouidad

Astrong, sulfate-based cleanser designed to deep-clean the scalp and hair, removing product buildup, oils, and residues.

Super Moisture Conditioner

California Naturals

Super moisturizing, protein-free conditioner is fantastic for erasing frizz and defending from split ends!

Prime 3-Minute Moisture Conditioner

Miche

A fast-acting conditioner that hydrates, detangles, and smooths, with pro-Vitamin B5 and nourishing botanicals

Behentrimonium Chloride 2% Conditioner

The Ordinary

With only 7 ingredients and no oils, this conditioner is ideal for those with low porosity hair.

Water Activated Conditioner

Wakati

A patented, high-slip formula that makes detangling easy, while smoothing cuticles and sealing in moisture

Curl Shaper Double Duty Weightless Cleansing Conditioner

Ouidad

A gentle low pH cleanser. Has a drying alcohol (isopropyl alcohol) but low on the ingredients list and this is less of a concern in a wash-out product.

Pinapple Swirl Curl Defining Cream

Pacifica

Curling Custard

Kinky Curly

Banana Cream Deep Conditioner

Ecoslay

A rich, plant-powered treatment ideal for restoring and repairing curly, dry, or damaged hair

Therapy Session Hair Mask

Eva NYC

Delivers 48-hour smoothness while deeply conditioning and repairing hair to be 2X stronger and 3X more hydrated

Deep Conditioning Treatment

Jessicurl

A deeply moisturizing conditioner ideal for daily use on coarse hair or as a treatment for medium textures, delivering intense hydration with a rich, herbal blend and no buildup

Nourish + Restore Papaya & Mango Deep Conditioning Mask

Rucker Roots

An ultra-thick, deeply moisturizing mask that nourishes and restores dry, brittle hair from the root

Deep Conditioner & Repair

Love Ur Curls

Curl Boosting Hair Mousse

Herbal Essences

Orange Marmalade Flaxseed and Aloe Curl Definer

Ecoslay

CurlsBot note: This is the main styling product I use on my own hair- Melissa

Pamper My Curls Curl Sculpting Glaze Strong Hold Gel

Inahsi

A protein-free strong-hold glaze that defines curls, fights frizz, adds shine, and holds styles without white residue

Aloe Vera Hair Gel

Rahua

A soft hold, protein free hair gel that shapes strands; infusing hair with nutrients to promote optimal health

Jello Shot Curl Defining Gel

Ecoslay

LA Hold Styling Gel

Giovanni

Spiralicious

Jessicurl

Mane Magic 10-in-1 Primer

Eva NYC

Strengthens, protects from heat/UV/frizz, detangles, softens, adds shine, smooths, nourishes, and cuts drying time

No. 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum

Olaplex

Shields hair from pollution and protects against heat damage while adding satin shine and reducing static and tangles

Moisture Balance Leave-In Conditioner

Bounce Curl

Rice Pudding Leave-In Conditioner and Moisturizer

Ecoslay

Direct Leave In Weightless Moisture Conditioner

Giovanni

Bonding Concentrate

bondbar

Boosts shine, tames flyaways, protects from heat, and hydrates with nourishing oils and bonding technology

No. 7 Bonding Oil

Olaplex

Lightweight oil that adds shine, reduces breakage, controls frizz for 72 hours, and protects against heat up to 450°F

Doux Drops

The Doux

A shine-boosting, bond-building serum that strengthens hair, smooths the cuticle, and protects against breakage

A Walk in The Sun Luxury Hair Oil

Voir

A lightweight, hair oil that locks in moisture (without the grease), unlocks beachy waves, and uplifts your shine.

Light Oil

Bounce Curl

Moonshine Hair and Body Oil

Ecoslay

100% Plant-Derived Squalane

The Ordinary

100% Cold-Pressed Virgin Marula Oil

The Ordinary

The Ordinary 100% Organic Cold-Pressed Moroccan Argan Oil

The Ordinary

Bonding Primer

bondbar

Instantly helps repair hair, smooth strands and reduce breakage after just one use. Designed to be used with Bonding Pre-Shampoo.

Chai Latte Hair Cleanser

Ecoslay

This gentle, botanical-rich shampoo is handmade in Georgia and has a delicious chai latte scent.

Cleansing Shampoo

Fix My Curls

A mild shampoo that rids your scalp of buildup without stripping it of any natural oils

Cleansed Moisturizing Shampoo

Miche

A sulfate-free, pH-balanced shampoo that moisturizes, restores dry hair, and stimulates the scalp

Sulphate 4% Cleanser for Body and Hair

The Ordinary

Hair Spray

Bounce Curl

A lightweight spray that helps set your style in place and resist humidity

Swimmers Wellness Remedy

Malibu C

Removes chlorine, copper, and pool buildup to restore shine, vibrancy, and health to hair

Swim Spritz Crystals

Malibu C

A post-swim essential with activated vitamin C that removes chlorine and its byproducts from hair to prevent damage

Hard Water Wellness Remedy

Malibu C

Remove hard water buildup to restore shine and softness to hair with this chelating treatment

Ginger and Moringa Tea Rinse

Ecoslay