Maintaining moisture is essential for 3C hair to prevent split ends, promote strength and encourage growth. It's also important to detangle carefully to avoid breakage.

Here are some 3C hair products that can make your self-care routine more efficient while giving you the curls of your dreams.

3C hair is a curly hair type that is characterized by tight, corkscrew-like curls. The texture can be fine, medium, or coarse – but it's generally dense and voluminous.

To determine your hair type, observe how your hair air dries after washing it. You can also determine your hair’s thickness by feeling a single strand between your fingers or comparing it to sewing thread.

3C hair typically benefits from being washed once or twice a week. Camille Rose Curl Love Shampoo helps to nourish the hair while properly cleansing it and eliminating product build-up.

Unlike regular shampoo, a co-wash, like the As I Am Coconut Cowash, has conditioner in it to make it more moisturizing and less stripping when cleansing the hair.

Many dread detangling, but it is very important to smooth out hair and prevent breakage. A good detangling brush with firm and wide teeth, like the Unbrush, is perfect for 3C hair.

3C hair is often low porosity, absorbing more moisture than most. This means it is essential for people with this hair type to use leave-in conditioner. Try brands like Pattern or Shea Moisture for long-lasting results.

Using a deep conditioner or hair mask like the Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Hair Mask every 2-4 weeks helps to provide a rich, deeper moisture than regular conditioner.

Gel should be the final step of styling your hair to lock in the moisture and make the curls last longer. There are many effective options for great prices like Wetline Xtreme and Eco Styler gel.

Hair oil helps lock in moisture, especially for dry, curly or textured hair types. Opt for jojoba oils like Aussie Miracle Curls Curl-Defining Oil Hair Treatment to maintain hydration longer.

No matter the hair type, anyone with curly hair can benefit from sleeping with a bonnet at night. This protects the hair from the often abrasive materials of pillowcases and bed sheets.

Silk or satin-lined pillow cases add an extra layer of protection to your hair while you sleep in case the bonnet slips off. With one of these, you may not even need a bonnet.

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