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1. A round boar bristle brush that adds volume while controlling frizz.
Shash is a small business creating top-notch hair brushes using natural, high-quality materials.
What a customer says: "This hairbrush strikes the perfect size—not too large, not too small—and it’s solidly built." —shbowa
Available for purchase from Shash on Amazon starting at $25.95+ (offered in two sizes).
2. An emerald silk bonnet to protect your hair as you move around in your sleep. No more bed head or hair damage—sounds like a dream come true! And a little sparkle never hurt anyone.
Before Bed Headz is a small business that prepares your hair for sleep and showers.
Available for purchase from Before Bed Headz at $29.99.
3. A vegan purple temporary hair color gel for those who love vibrant hues! Plus, it's free from wax, parabens, silicone, gluten, shea butter, coconut oil, mineral oil, and petroleum.
Gemini Naturals is a woman-owned small business offering temporary hair dye specifically designed for dark and textured hair.
What a customer says: "This is hands down the best temporary color I've tried! The gel is easy to apply, and the color stays vibrant even after it dries. Plus, it doesn’t transfer when I use light hairspray. I’m definitely going to try more colors!" —Alicia D.
Available from Gemini Naturals for $22.
4. Or a cream-based temporary red hair dye that stays for 3 to 5 days! Free from harsh chemicals, developers, and bleaches, it gives you fiery hair without the worry!
Mysteek Naturals is a woman-owned, veteran-owned small business that makes having colorful hair effortless!
Available from Mysteek Naturals for $16.99.
5. A non-greasy, curl-enhancing curl cream to nourish your curls, waves, or coils!
Taliah Waajid is a woman-owned small business creating products designed for curly, coily, and kinky hair.
What a customer says: "This is the best styling product I’ve found for my type 2c, thick, coarse, low-porosity, frizz-prone hair. Before discovering this, I had to wash my hair daily and use styling products just to get defined curls with minimal frizz. Now I use this curl cream to maintain my defined second and third-day curls." —A.S.
Available from Taliah Waajid on Amazon for $7.99.
6. An innovative unbraiding comb that can untangle up to eight braids at once! It works on micro braids, knotless braids, box braids, individuals, and cornrows!
The Original UnBraider is a family-owned, woman-led small business dedicated to making natural hair care easier.
Available from The Original UnBraider for $25.
7. A lemongrass-infused edge styling gel that uses natural ingredients to keep your edges sleek and smooth.
BUT please, don't feel any pressure to lay your edges unless you truly want to! Check out, "Just A Friendly PSA That You Don't HAVE To Lay Your Edges Down If You Don't Wanna."
Alikay Naturals is a small business creating hair products made with organic ingredients. They also responsibly source their materials and advocate for fair trade, so you’re helping the environment too.
What a customer says: "Smells amazing and holds well. It’s thick, and it laid my edges as well as my girls’! We do a lot of braided styles, and this worked great for prepping those too." —Julia
Available from Alikay Naturals on Amazon for $13.95.
8. Or a strong edge control to tame coarse curls, flyaways, and baby hairs.
ProjectQurls is a queer-owned haircare brand offering products specifically for 2C–4B hair textures. A portion of their proceeds supports homeless queer youth and the Project Q barber school, which trains barbers to offer gender-affirming services to build self-esteem.
Customer review: "I absolutely love this product! It’s totally transformed my DIY quarantine braids. Plus, it smells fantastic! Can’t wait to try more from the line." —lsrandolph2
Available from ProjectQurls on Etsy for $25.
9. A mild detangling co-wash enriched with jojoba and grapeseed oil to minimize friction and provide heat protection. Suitable for both straight and curly hair!
10. A lightweight detangling leave-in conditioner that smooths frizz and replenishes the lipid layer on your hair's cuticles. It makes combing through wet hair easier for all hair types.
Brown Butter Beauty is a woman-owned small business that specializes in hair and skincare products.
Promising review: "I discovered this leave-in conditioner just a week or two ago, and it has completely transformed my hair. I have very high porosity 3b/3c hair that never seems to get enough moisture. I follow the curly girl method, so I'm always on the hunt for a deeply hydrating leave-in. This one is light but packed with nourishing moisture. It’s made my hair so soft, and I even have more ringlets than I did before. I’ve found my holy grail in leave-in conditioner." —Dana
Get it from Brown Butter Beauty for $24.50+ (available in two sizes).
11. A stylish anti-static hair pick designed with a comfortable grip and rounded tips, making the detangling process smoother and easier.
AfroPick is a family-operated business crafting salon-quality picks tailored for textured and curly hair.
Promising review: "This pick looks amazing and works wonders. It's gentler on my scalp compared to the metal ones I own, and I really appreciate the variety of styles they offer." —Chris
Available for purchase on Amazon for $14.99 (with nine different designs to choose from).
12. A light, vitamin-packed anti-frizz growth serum enriched with ginger root oil, turnip root oil, and carrot root oil, designed to promote growth, soothe the scalp, and reduce breakage. Plus, it keeps hair incredibly smooth!
Rucker Roots is a small-scale haircare company that prioritizes natural ingredients in all their products.
Promising review: "I'm in love with my hair serum! The scent is wonderful, especially the soft vanilla fragrance. It’s lightweight and doesn’t weigh my hair down, plus it keeps my blowouts looking fresh!" —Shandy M
Available for purchase on Amazon and Rucker Roots for $19.99.
13. A spacious safari-print shower cap designed for those whose regular caps can't keep locs or knotless braids dry. This cap offers a customizable fit thanks to its adjustable sizing ring.
Theodore Vernell is a small business dedicated to providing superior protection for your hair.
Available for purchase from Theodore Vernell for $32.
14. A shine-boosting burnt sugar pomade that’s perfect for twisting or braiding your hair.
Oyin Handmade is a family-owned, woman-owned business that crafts clean, natural haircare formulas.
Promising review: "I have 4B hair and have been using this product for 8–10 years. It seals my ends without making them stiff, staying soft and flexible. I even apply it near my roots to lock in moisture. It's a must-have in my haircare routine." —C. Walker
Available from Oyin Handmade on Amazon for $13.99.
15. A scalp-soothing treatment enriched with tea tree oil, designed to hydrate and protect your scalp while promoting healthy hair growth.
Designed specifically for curly and coily hair, this treatment also provides relief from tension and itchiness!
Girl + Hair is a woman-owned small business dedicated to crafting products tailored for curly and coily hair, especially those wearing protective styles that may cause damage.
Promising review: “I’ve been using Girl + Hair for years, especially when I have braids. I have a super dry scalp, and this product works wonders. It helps soothe my scalp when my braids are fresh, and it’s so easy to apply. Unlike other scalp oils, it isn’t too runny. My hair felt soft, and I retained length after taking my braids out!” —Danielle
Available from Girl + Hair on Amazon for $16.99.
16. A curl-enhancing hydrating oil featuring castor and argan oils to replenish your hair’s natural protective layers. This cruelty-free formula is perfect for dry and damaged hair, delivering moisture and strength in one easy application!
17. A natural, creamy hair lotion that's ideal as a leave-in or for hydrating your hair between washes. Formulated with castor oil and olive squalane, it will leave your hair feeling refreshed, moisturized, and nourished!
Oyin Handmade is a family-owned, woman-run small business dedicated to creating clean and effective formulas for natural hair.
Promising review: "I’m so glad I tried this! It’s highly recommended in the natural hair community. I have 4b/4c mixed-texture hair, and this is the only moisturizer that doesn’t weigh my hair down, leave it oily, or cause buildup. Plus, it smells amazing!" —Tanysha Carter
Available from Oyin Handmade on Amazon for $13.99.
18. Lightweight blonde boho goddess locs — these pre-looped locs are simple to install! Enjoy this ombre look while keeping your natural hair safe and protected.
Boho Locs is a woman-owned small business.
Promising review: "I can't even begin to describe how much I adore my Boho Locs. I feel like a Nubian queen. They are so lightweight, which is a huge benefit since my natural hair is delicate after undergoing chemotherapy several times over the past few years." —Latrika W
Purchase them from Boho Locs for $167.
19. A Bread Beauty wash kit that includes a shampoo, a hair mask, hair oil, and a satin scrunchie — all to make wash day something you’ll actually enjoy. Some of the natural ingredients included are coconut oil, lavender oil, avocado oil, castor oil, and sunflower seed oil.
Bread Beauty Supply is a woman-founded haircare brand dedicated to providing your hair with the essentials for maintaining its health.
I’ve used this kit multiple times, and the fragrance is divine! It leaves my curly and coily hair feeling incredibly soft!
Promising review: "After struggling with my hair for years, I finally found a product that smells wonderful, contains clean ingredients, and most importantly, loves my curls! This kit had everything I needed for a total hair transformation, and I’m hooked! I’m now a loyal customer for life." —Andrea G.
Get it from Bread Beauty Supply for $58 (originally $88).
20. A post-workout dry shampoo formulated with micellar water and apple cider vinegar to refresh your roots, eliminating odors, sweat, and buildup.
Sunday II Sunday is dedicated to keeping your hair flawless before, during, and after workouts.
I often wear knotless braids, and my type 4 hair doesn't handle the sweat buildup well, especially in the heat or post-workout. That’s where this miracle spray comes in! It soothes my itchy scalp and leaves it feeling fresh and clean. Plus, it smells great. Total win!
Promising review: “I have thick, dry hair, and dry shampoo just makes it frizzier and hurts my scalp. This product is truly amazing. Worth every penny. I work out in the mornings, and my scalp gets very sweaty. Once I’m done, I spray this on my roots and let my hair air dry while I get ready. When it dries, it looks like I just washed it. So impressed.” —Clare
Get it from Sunday II Sunday for $31.
21. A hair oil infused with coffee seed and castor oil, drawing on unique growth secrets from the Dominican Republic. Maintain length and moisture while giving your hair a brilliant shine.
Bomba Curls is a woman-owned, Afro-Dominican haircare brand dedicated to celebrating curly hair by crafting Dominican-inspired formulas that deeply hydrate and retain moisture.
Promising reviews: “My curls and scalp feel incredibly nourished!” —Kimberly E.
“My hair felt so much softer, and my curls were more defined.” —Katherine A.
Get it from Bomba Curls or Nordstrom for $22.
22. A lightweight leave-in conditioner made with coconut oil and shea butter that you can use daily without worrying about buildup. Hydrate your hair while enhancing those beautiful coils!
23. A handcrafted avocado-enriched shampoo blended with lavender and shea butter, designed to cleanse and hydrate your hair without stripping away its natural moisture.
The reviews for this post have been edited for brevity and clarity.
