Haircare 101: Find What Works for Your Hair

No more guessing. Whether your strands are curly, coily, straight, or somewhere in between, this guide simplifies haircare and helps you discover cult-favorite products that deliver real results.

Intro Section

Haircare isn’t one-size-fits-all — and you shouldn’t waste time (or money) on products that don’t work for your texture or goals. Haircare 101 is your product-first breakdown of everything from wash day essentials to styling must-haves. Simple, smart, and glow-up approved.

Start Here: Your Haircare Ritual Path

📌 Follow these posts in order if you’re starting fresh:

1. 💆‍♀️ How to Find Your Hair Type and Porosity

2. 🧴How to Prevent Buildup + Scalp Care Tips

3. ✨ How to Deep Condition Properly (And When)

4. 💨 Air-Drying vs. Diffusing? Which is best?

5. 🌿 The Hair Oils You Actually Need

6. 🧖‍♀️ Build a Weekly Hair Ritual That Feels Like You

Wash Day Must-Haves

Cleanse & Condition Without the Damage

Your shampoo and conditioner set the tone for your entire routine. These formulas cleanse effectively without stripping your strands or drying your scalp.
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Cultish Picks:
• Olaplex No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo – strengthens and reduces breakage
• SheaMoisture Raw Shea Butter Conditioner – intense moisture for curls & coils
• K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Mask – post-wash treatment that restores hair from the inside out

Curls, Coils & Waves

Textured Hair Essentials: Defined, Soft & Healthy

From curls to coils, the right products bring out your natural pattern while keeping your hair hydrated and manageable. This guide is built for all levels of curl care.
→ Explore Curl Care

Cultish Picks:
• Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Oil – growth and scalp nourishment
• Pattern Styling Cream – smooth, defined curls without crunch
• Camille Rose Curl Maker – gel-meets-serum perfection for hold and shine

Deep Conditioning & Treatments

Hydration = Health

Weekly treatments make all the difference in texture, strength, and shine. These are the formulas I reach for when my hair needs to bounce back or stay extra soft.
→ Explore Deep Treatments

Cultish Picks:
• Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Mask – cult-favorite for all hair types
• Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Moist – affordable, effective, and fast
• Design Essentials Almond & Avocado Mask – rich hydration without heaviness

Drying & Styling Tools

Smart Tools for Healthy Hair & Effortless Styling

What you use to dry and style your hair matters just as much as your products. These tools protect your hair while delivering salon-level results.
→ Explore Hair Tools

Cultish Picks:
• Revlon One-Step Volumizer – dries and styles in one go
• Dyson Airwrap (for splurge-worthy glow-ups) – controlled heat, major results
• Microfiber Hair Towel – cuts drying time and reduces frizz