Best Deep Conditioners & Conditioners for Curls - Protein & Moisture

[@FromDarknessToLight1218]

Omg, please do more videos like this reviewing Deep Conditioners! This is the best review video I've seen on YT. I love how you break down everything (moisture levels, scent descriptions, etc.) No one else does all that but they should. It's very helpful.

[@GenaMarie]

Thanks so much! Glad it was helpful

[@hairbysofia1144]

Ugh this is such a great series!! Literally all the info in the same spot it's fantastic!!

[@katieschaeffer561]

Loving this series!! I’ve been doing the curly girl method for awhile and kinda settled with the products I was using. Now I’m learning more about balance and what will work better than what I have.

[@zanyzanne]

The "Rice Curl Complex" in ALL Not Your Mother's Curl Talk products is protein. A rice water rinse is also a protein treatment. I'm a LoPo who is protein sensitive, so I use the NYM line for very light protein needs. :)

[@GenaMarie]

What is your favorite deep condition or conditioner?! Leave more suggestions for others :) Don't forget to check out the comparison chart over on my blog for more help: genamarie.co/2021/01/best-deep-conditioners-conditioners-for-curls-protein-moisture/

[@GamingWithMus]

Zoto All About Curls.

[@christinevega2053]

Love that you add charts they arr so helpful when shopping for new products. I love the curl talk deep conditioner I worry about moisture overload so I definitely use the shea moisture once a month.

[@idamaria15]

Shea Moisture Manuka Honey & Yogurt Protein Power Treatment :)

[@miasara79]

I love the Noughty To the rescue for a deep moisture conditioner 🥰

[@lindadiamond6045]

Ecoslay banana cream deep conditioner is my favorite and so protein free.

[@hxo_0737]

This series should cover shampoos that remove hard water and then how to prevent it. Shower filters and stuff

[@hgib3]

I have found a shampoo that works well at removing hard water build-up, it says it desolves minerals, chlorine and hard water build-up. I have a lot of iron in my well water and do not use a filter (as of now) but have a chelating shampoo I bought at Sally's Beauty Supply called Quantum Clarifying Shampoo for deep cleaning to remove build-up. It comes in a 1L bottle. I normal buy it when there is a buy 1 get 1 free offer but it us worth it full price since it is used as needed, once or maybe twice monthly. I recommend a good conditioning afterwards.

[@215pcb]

@@hgib3 IMO Malibu C and Sally’s beauty ION hard water are the best I have found for removing well/hard water residue.

[@hisimagenme]

Love your product advice! The only thing I would add is that moisturizers - especially leave in - that have hyaluronic acid or glycerin within the first 10 ingredients, you need to be careful of in dry cold climates as these products can actually pull moisture from your hair into the air if the air is dryer than your hair. For those in high humidity climates this isn't really much of an issue in winter for you but those in really dry climates add winter drying conditions to it, those ingredients will work in reverse to pull moisture from your hair to the air. It's just the science of the ingredient it doesn't matter where you put the ingredient it's going to moisturize what needs to be moisturized the most, in other words it's job is to pull moisture to the driest location. When I use these products I have to make sure I seal before I go outside because of it. I live in NM so it's crack dry in the spring, summer, fall, and there is no words to define the dry here in winter... I'm pretty sure the surface of the sun has more moisture than here! Lol! Great ingredients just not in super dry climates. Sealing products are a must to trap those in so they can't escape. Thanks again... I'm thinking our hair product drawer/ shelf look much the same! Smiles

[@GenaMarie]

Do you find that it still affects your hair if you use a deep conditioner with humectants? I would think that because its a rinse out product and not a styling product such as a leave-in, cream, or gel, that it wouldn't impact it as much.

[@imyourhappydrug]

@@GenaMarie I'm in Australia and we do have a bit of a low humidity climate at times, definately very dry summers. I avoid HA when humudity is low because even when I try to lock it in with a heavier cream and stronger hold gel, I just don't feel happy with the final result, I feel like I'm fighting against the elements.

[@newbestofthis4422]

Thank you. I have been struggling with defining and moisturizing my curls I ended up shaving my long thick curly hair to take a break.. Sigh.. But planning to start again with better products

[@violetblythe6912]

Thank you!! I’ve been trying to find someone with low porosity discuss the Curlsmith calming conditioner. It is massively on sale at Sephora right now along with a bunch of other Curlsmith products, just FYI anyone who might see this in time!!! I really wish I had tried Curlsmith sooner! Since it was a little pricey I didn’t try anything until pretty recently when I came across it at TJ Maxx. Omg it’s so good! Lots of low porosity friendly products it seems!

[@lorienickason8321]

I like the shea moisture light blue yogurt protein mask mixed with a moisture one - lately Verb Ghost or Hydrating mask. Haven’t tried Briogeo but it is on the list!

[@mamabelle8616]

This video series is so helpful! Helps me decide which products to choose depending what my hair needs. I’m still learning how to read all of the ingredients and what they mean for my hair. Thanks Gena!

[@angelacrowder6127]

Hi Gena, I enjoyed your video! Thank you so much!! Have a wonderful evening!!!

[@whitegreen2655]

Request( both shampoo and conditioner): 1) purology purple 2) purology gold 3) biolage hydraulic purple 4) redken all soft Ty

[@Evee101]

This si the video i needed. Checking your blog for the chart now..... thank you for an amazing video.

[@andreaplummer3841]

I love that one from Shea Moisture...sometimes I mix a little avocado oil or olive oil (sometimes both, depends on my mood), to lighten it up and add some more moisture.

[@josecontreras6604]

Love Briogeo and curlsmith for hair masks! Same you suggested. Thanks for the video

[@lauries2757]

Great info! I have the bounce curl ayurvedic deep conditioner and I love it. However, I’m definitely going to try the Curl Smith one for the scalp soothing benefits. The winter time cold here in the desert are rough on the skin and scalp 🥶

[@shaunaferguson6102]

AG Reconstruct is my favorite! 💚

[@thecurliemom]

Super supportive and informative video thank you! 🙏🏼❤️

[@Mango690]

I love this kind of videos, thank you so much ❤️

[@florl.delgado4093]

Loved this! Great idea, making a series. Ill go see the shampoo one now. 👍❤

[@JeanieD]

I’ve been using the Jessicurl deep conditioner, which doesn’t have protein and is available on Amazon (I live a long way from most shopping options except drugstore/Walmart). I appreciate your recommendations for others to try. By the way, that lip color is very pretty on you!

[@GenaMarie]

Thank you!

[@stefanieblanche2748]

I love the Briogeo Dont Despair Mask& their new DDR Conditioner (feels like a mask but 2mins are enough) and Miche Strenghten and their Indulge Mask has crazy moisture

[@amburkajama]

I'm a new follower and absolutely love your detailed approach. Your blog is a treasure trove of information.Thank you!!! (PS: Where you have "get straightening benefits" on the blog post for this video, I think you meant "get strengthening benefits" ;) )

[@oum1588]

Thank you😍 I absolutely love this series i cant wait for the other videos

[@rebeccasintes2851]

Thanks for the video! What does protein do for your hair and how to do I know if I need it in my hair or not?

[@RutujaDicholkar]

Can you please make a video on your favourite Protein stylers? ❤️

[@patsyjohnson601]

Which one do you think would be better I’m dealing with to much protein overload ? I bought the bridego one but I haven’t used it I seen few comments after I bought it that it wasn’t strong enough ? Have you ever used Jessi curls? Another lady recommended it who has to much protein overload? I need a lot of moisture I think.. is there a shampoo you can recommend also ?

[@jessieborrell1856]

I just ordered that Briogeo mask and it's coming tomorrow! I'm super excited to use it, especially now after hearing your review of it since my hair seems to like a lot of the same products as yours!

[@GenaMarie]

So exciting! It's one of my all time favorites

[@paulah4476]

Gena you are an inspiration

[@beatricealcaraz5799]

Thank you very helpful,I appreciate everything you do for us curly hair gals.

[@SioLazer]

Love this idea for a series! I've been bingeing your videos. AWESOME. I have learned so much. I think the thing I'm most curious about is what ingredients are heat protective, outside of the ones with the "icone" suffix. I'm in the market for a curl cream and trying to figure out if I should look for one with heat protection or just buy one separately.

[@sahirarodriguez9782]

Love this series. Extremely helpful ! Thank you 💕

[@mrselisamaria1d]

TGIN honey miracle mask!!!! It smells amazing and leaves my hair so soft, juicy and moisturized!

[@katakuti08]

Did you buy recently? heard they changed the formula.

[@mrselisamaria1d]

@@katakuti08 i bought it about a month or two ago. i dont see any difference

[@katakuti08]

@@mrselisamaria1d Thanks, good to know. Saw some amazon reviews about changed formula.

[@zaraplakakis7072]

Wonderful help with all those products!! Thank you 💞

[@arlynch.jimenez3543]

Love this kind of videos ❤ thanks so much

[@idamaria15]

Thanks for making this video! Please keep showing us more protein products as I always have trouble finding recommendations :)

[@musshy9057]

Hi, which is the curlsmith lightest conditioner ? The calming conditioner or the Shine fragrance free line conditioner? THX!

[@Charley711away711]

Hello, Thank you! I ordered the Miche Strength Protein/Moisture Deep Conditioner $28 (got the bigger one)and also their Detox Clarifying and Detoxifying Shampoo $21 also. I liked that they type of protein in their product.

[@jenniferguevara2809]

Did you like the product overall? I'm interested in buying it but I'm not sure yet hahaha.

[@lupitaarrambide1056]

Great video, what gel do you recommend? I’m looking for a strong hold. I have really poofy dry hair.

[@GenaMarie]

I will have the Top 10 Gels video coming soon! I have all my product suggestions here: genamarie.co/shop/hair/ I also have many videos on my channel with strong hold gels ❤️

[@dfg1676]

I’ve finally decided to rejuvenate my curls! After so much damage and you have really helped! My one question is I do heavy workouts almost every day and I sweat a lot 😅😅 How can I keep my curls in shape without full on washing? Right now I’ve just been rinsing the sweat out when I shower and actually wash like 2-3 times a week depending

[@GenaMarie]

Thats great! It’s tough because working out should definitely take priority 😊 I’m not sure if you workout at home, but I like wearing a bonnet to keep my curls in place.

[@julissajulissa7903]

Great series! Thank you 😊

[@stellahall6791]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but doesn't aloe vera contain protein?

[@catienoble3191]

Will you be doing one of these videos for gel/styling products? I'd like to switch up my gel, but I don't know what to switch to and I'd like your recommendations

[@catienoble3191]

Wait never mind you said so at the end 😂😂😂

[@babyblueskies9462]

So how often can we use deep conditioning masks that offer hydration and protein balance?

[@jobuffolino631]

I use the Eva NYC deep conditioner in the shower. I wash, condition, then add the deep conditioner; wash and do what I need and then rinse out. Stays in for about 7-8 minutes. What are your thoughts on the Eva NYC brand. 💚

[@GenaMarie]

I’ve never tried much from it! I need to!

[@jodywagner7760]

Always love all the hair info you provide. Would love to know your lipstick you're wearing, which I absolutely love!

[@GenaMarie]

Thanks! It’s this tinted lip balm from Becca in the shade tide: rstyle.me/cz-n/egwpfsvz6w With this lip liner in Soar underneath: rstyle.me/cz-n/eztfykvz6w

[@jdschellstar5986]

Looking for products without oils/butters/proteins. Any tips?

[@leslierutiaga9202]

what can I use since I'm starting to get my curly hair back.

[@hayleeblack6639]

Great video!

[@aasiahsyed5881]

Hello :) how do I know if I need protein or not 🥰❤️

[@GenaMarie]

If you curls are damaged from heat or color than protein can help

[@GamingWithMus]

How do you suggest I use a deep conditioner with low porosity hair? I've seen some people use a deep conditioner as their last step, wash it out and then style as usual. However, I have also seen some women use a clarifying shampoo 1st, then deep condition, then shampoo and regular conditioner.

[@GenaMarie]

I would clarify first, then use a deep condition. Shampooing/clarifying is said to raise the cuticle slightly so that would help before deep conditioning. Then when deep conditioning, add a heated camp or wrap your hair in something and hover your diffuser to help open up the cuticle so the deep conditioner can absorb.

[@zimtsternchen4657]

The briogeo mask has spirulina, spinach and biotin in it 🤔 spirulina and spinach do contain protein and i heard you should aldo avoid biotin if you are protein sensitive. But I heard so many people saying it is protein free. Can someone explain to that to me? Is it protein free or not and why? 🤔

[@GenaMarie]

The Briogeo website says it's protein-free. It reads: "A deeply nourishing, protein-free hair mask scientifically proven to boost moisture for softer and more manageable hair after 2 uses." Spirulina and spinach do not contain enough protein to be considered a protein when formulated and broken down into ingredients for hair products. Biotin can sometimes be a strengthening ingredient but it depends on the formulation. The only protein ingredients that are important to look out for if you have coarse and/or low-porosity hair include those such as "hydrolyzed wheat protein." Those plant proteins mainly sit on the surface of the hair, leading to that stiff feeling. Ingredients such as amino acids are better suited for those hair types because they penetrate and don't form that brittle feeling on the surface.

[@zimtsternchen4657]

@@GenaMarie thank you a lot for your answer! Now I know what i really need to look out for 😊

[@vicki1540]

Love your videos

[@GenaMarie]

Thanks for stopping by, Vicki!

[@HaHaLooLoo]

thank you!

[@ericaortiz6710]

Ok i need help my daughter who is 10 yrs old has very dry frizzy waves I've tried everything on her .. when she was a baby she had beautiful bouncy curly hair and now that she's older its very dry frizzy and only the front curls but the back doesn't!! And when I help her wash her hair i put her curl cremes and still wakes up with her hair tangled. .. PLEASEEEE I need help and she sometimes tell me she doesn't like her hair 😫 I've honestly tried everything to get her curls back but nothing seems to work shss always used the aussie curl shampoo and conditioner... please give me some advice thankyou !!

[@mary.gold1111]

I use Shea moisture often as a drug brand thinking they r curly girl approved, I just saw a tutorial stating a their products have SILICONE except 2 that states SILICONE free...is this accurate? Your tutorials r great !

[@GenaMarie]

I've never seen a Shea Moisture product with silicone. Always check the ingredients before buying.

[@erlandsvedmansundberg7367]

Do u know any tips on how to style shorter curly hair, i am a guy with corkskrew kind of curls and bc of the shrinkage my hair takes really long to grow longer and it is now only to my eyebrows, I have trouble styling it, do u have any tips?

[@Grrrfairy]

Manes by mell did a video with her boyfriend’s curls

[@Au-gw3ow]

Omg nooo the curl talk ruined my hair. i have protien overload and it was getting better than I leave I’m the curl talk mask and it literally turned to straw and I lost SO much hair form it snapping off:( be careful

[@aleksandralempart8305]

Any advice for wet frizz?

[@GenaMarie]

I have 2 videos on wet frizz specifically on my channel!

[@Brandi_the_Baker]

The Shea moisture castor oil line smells to me like heavy heavy baby powder scent. It’s bad. I wish it smelled better.

[@darkblu09]

The shea moisture masque smells like play-doh to me too lol

[@whitegreen2655]

❗❗❗Bounce Curl is a great brand but I only can use their deep conditioner bc most of their products contain biotin. It is versy surprising that they used biotin in their fantastic formulation knowing that many ppl have adverse effect to biotin. I have thr same problem with Breogio kiwi mask. I reallyyyyy like that product, but can not use it!

[@laitulip5026]

JESUS IS KING

[@laitulip5026]

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