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05 July 2010 ~ 95 Comments

Roll call: What is your favorite leave-in conditioner?

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Editor’s Note: I’m not endorsing this product… I just needed a picture of conditioner.

Let’s start Monday out with a roll call :)

So, you’ve co-washed your hair, and you’re on your way out the door. What leave-in conditioner do you apply to keep your hair moisturized and defined throughout the day?

Teel free to warn about bad leave-in conditioners that dry out the hair and/or leave it hard and brittle.

Oh, and please mention the texture of your hair.

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95 Responses to “Roll call: What is your favorite leave-in conditioner?”

  1. JULIENNE 9 July 2010 at 4:06 pm Permalink

    I have 4B but I have some 4A & 4C areas

    My friends have been praising Giovanni’s Leave In. I want to try it! Right now I use, Kinky Curly Knot Today – it works great if you plan on following with the Kinky Curly Custard. I also use KBB Hair Milk, which I love!!!! I used Mixed Chicks Deep Conditioner.. (it is awesome).. I need to try the leave-in.

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  2. Camille in Slovenia 10 July 2010 at 11:45 am Permalink

    where are all the other comments. I use Oyin Honey Hemp mixed with a dab of Oyin Burned Sugar Pomade. I own KBB Honey Oatmeal Hair Milk which does nothing for me. Neither does Giovanni Direct Leave In. Different strokes…

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  3. honeybrown1976 11 July 2010 at 10:45 pm Permalink

    HE LTR Leave-in! I’m newly long-term transtitioning and I love it.

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  4. Lia 14 July 2010 at 9:13 pm Permalink

    My hair-type is 4a, about 1/2 inch above bra-strap when stretched.

    I really like Kinky Curly Knot today and Elucence Moisture Balancing Conditioner.

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  5. Stephanie C. 26 July 2010 at 9:28 pm Permalink

    GIOVANNI DIRECT LEAVE-IN ALL THE WAY,HANDS DOWN

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  6. Aisha 27 July 2010 at 5:44 am Permalink

    I use the R&B leave in conditioner by LUSH I’m pretty exited about it,as it hasn’t dissapointed me yet.
    Lush is VERY expensive so after I use it up I’ll find out what yes to cucumber leave in conditioner will do for me. Something I did notice was that using plain oil on an everyday basis does not work for me, it left my hair oily but dry. Using oil once a week as a therapy oil mask works better.
    My hair is 3C.

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    • AtEase 3 June 2011 at 12:19 am Permalink

      You could cocktail LUSH with other ingredients to make it last. I used the Kimmay tube leave in recipe with the R&B. I need to look for something new for winter though. I have 4abcxyz hair.

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  7. Lucky 27 July 2010 at 10:21 am Permalink

    I’m a 4a/b. Before I started using Kimmay’s recipe, it was Giovanni Direct Leave-In.

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  8. FAITH 7 August 2010 at 2:46 pm Permalink

    SHEA MOISTURES

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  9. Tarin 11 August 2010 at 3:25 pm Permalink

    I have 4A hair and i have a rotation of giovanni direct, abba moisturising leave in, or shea moisture’s leave in conditioner.

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  10. laela 23 August 2010 at 6:59 pm Permalink

    4a/b hair. Kinky Curly Knot Today works well but it’s pricey. I’m looking into Kimmaytube’s leave-in recipe to make it last longer. Infusium 23 Moisturologie is my favorite non-all-natural product.

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  11. Yonna 26 August 2010 at 7:20 am Permalink

    i use Oyin’s Juices and Berries as a detangler/leave in…smells ama zing, and keeps me hair soft and moisturized. Greg’s Juice and Frank’s Juice work just as well…but have different scents.

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  12. Smallfro 2 September 2010 at 12:20 am Permalink

    Jane Carter’s Leave in. Talk about soft hair.

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  13. MissCookieDUH 2 September 2010 at 11:02 am Permalink

    I’m a product junkie but the leave-in that I absolutely love and will stick by is Alba Botanica Leave-in; I get it from my local Whole Foods for about $9. I also use Kinky Curly Knot Today and I have a Karen’s Body Beautiful Hair Nectar that I rarely use because 1.) it was quite expensive, & 2.) only when I want to have wonderful smelling hair.

    http://www.albabotanica.com/?id=61&pid=523

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  14. Ashley 14 September 2010 at 1:44 am Permalink

    I love…

    1-Kinky Curly Knot Today

    2-Giovanni conditioner…then the giovanni leave in

    3-A random one I picked up called Jonathan ( had a “different” kind of smell though.

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  15. helga crane 14 September 2010 at 8:37 pm Permalink

    giovanni leave in

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  16. brazilsomeday 16 September 2010 at 7:00 pm Permalink

    Hiya, 4A hair; I use Kiehls but am giving them up (always worked great, but bad customer service means I will no longer support their retail outlets) so I’m back to a Neutrogena triple moisture. I like the product and I like the price.

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  17. Lala Deon 20 September 2010 at 9:27 am Permalink

    I’ve used giovanni products and love their rinse out conditioner..silky smooth hair afterwards!!

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  18. Lexy 2 October 2010 at 7:27 pm Permalink

    I have been using Ion Styling Solutions. It’s 100% vegan.

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  19. drmsd 3 October 2010 at 1:48 am Permalink

    Kimmaytube’s Leave-in w/ Giovanni Direct Leave in instead of the Knot Today.

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  20. Dee 18 October 2010 at 2:40 am Permalink

    wow great post i have been looking for a good leave in since i have been natural, i will be sure to try some of these recommended ones. I JUST LOVE THIS WEBSITE its deff my fav

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  21. Nene 4 November 2010 at 10:49 pm Permalink

    My hair gets so dry. I don’t like how many products feel on my hair and they only leave it oily and dry. The thing about natural hair is that it is so expensive to take care of. I see different styles that look interesting for everyday but they are more expensive than a perm and last only 2 weeks. That frustrates me. I thought that going natural should be easier but it can be just as challenging.

    I don’t have hair like my mom did otherwise, it wouldn’t be such a bother. My mother had long, thick wavy hair and her hair was natural. My hair is more coarse. My son’s hair is softer than my hair. I have the coarse hair that my dad had. I read people’s stories here and I guess natural works really well for some but not for all. My hair isn’t the length that I want and it has been two years. I love my hair straight but perms were damaging it. I’m not going to get another perm but I’m not in love with the natural either. I guess don’t always end up with the hair that we want.

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    • Shamira 7 January 2011 at 9:33 pm Permalink

      @ nene, have you ever thought of locking it, or even sisterlocking? I am not personally locked up but do admire sister and dreadlocks.

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    • AtEase 3 June 2011 at 12:22 am Permalink

      Maybe you need heavy conditioner to seal in moisture? I’m just learning as a new natural now, I have to go through some trial and error because some of the popular names floating around out there are not available where I live (expensive shipping and or prices). Aloe vera juice has become my friend. Since I added it to my leave in my hair is softer and there is less dryness at the ends.

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  22. mixed beans 17 November 2010 at 8:47 am Permalink

    3c mostly and 4a at the front. I use:
    1 – Kinky curly Knot Today
    2 – Oyin honey Hemp condish
    3 – Yes to Cucumbers Leave-in condish

    i have the KBB hair milk and nectar, love them both except the scent (oatmeal), they were a present from a friend.

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  23. Avalon 10 January 2011 at 12:51 am Permalink

    I love Aveda’s Be Curly Curl Enhancer. It is amazing at moisturizing my hair without leaving it feeling oily (oils just don’t seem to soak into my hair) and untangling my hair. I love love love Aveda products! The Dry Remedy, Damage Remedy, and Be Curly lines are my favorite.

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  24. InTransition 12 January 2011 at 12:48 am Permalink

    Another vote for the Giovanni Leave In! I tried it based on a friend’s recommendation and have fallen in love with it.

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  25. mangomadness 1 February 2011 at 8:36 am Permalink

    Shea Moisture Deep Treatment Masque! I hope they never stop selling it…

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    • Ari T 30 November 2011 at 11:14 am Permalink

      LOL agree! i’m 4a with 3c around the hair line…Deep Treatment Masque is great! My boyfriend loves how it makes my hair smell too :p

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  26. Lauren 27 February 2011 at 9:10 pm Permalink

    I’m currently using Kimmaytube’s (youtube… look her up, she’s a master) leave in recipe. But I am on the market for something else. My hair doesnt really respond to oils aside from coconut oil. I have very tight kinky curls, very prone to dryness and SSKs. I need a thicker cream leave in… any suggestions?

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  27. Ballerina Girl 10 March 2011 at 6:42 pm Permalink

    I love love this site! It’s brilliant bravo…
    Does anyone know if i can get the giovannj leave in in the uk? I live in London :-)
    I have shoulder length 4b/c hair which I currently wear flat ironed.

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    • Kanikee 25 April 2011 at 8:41 am Permalink

      Hi Ballerina Girl, fellow LNDer here!
      Try Whole Foods! I get my Giovanni shampoos from there, never brought a leave but their stores have a range of Giovanni stuff. I think the High Street Kensington branch is the biggest in the UK, so it’d be your best bet! http://wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/kensington/

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      • Kanikee 25 April 2011 at 8:43 am Permalink

        woops, I meant *leave in*

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  28. Shonda 7 April 2011 at 3:26 pm Permalink

    Giovanni Direct Leave In or Giovanni VitaPro Fusion

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  29. Danie Elizabeth;D 27 June 2011 at 12:38 pm Permalink

    Doo Gro Mega Thick Anti-Thinning Growth Lotion and Creme of Nature (with Argan Oil) Oil Moisturizer :D

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  30. Morgan 6 July 2011 at 11:48 am Permalink

    I’ve tried Aveeno’s Nourish&Condition Leave-In Treatment and fell in LOVE with it!! I co-wash with their Nourish&Condition conditioner and follow up with the leave-in. It makes my curls super soft, defined, and it smells great!! :) I have 3c/4a thick, curly hair

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  31. adidas f50 adizero trx fg 13 August 2011 at 1:33 pm Permalink

    Ekopufa Sako

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  32. Danyel 31 August 2011 at 3:16 am Permalink

    Oyin Honey hair dew…hands down! I get three days of softness even if I don’t seal. I also like Yes to Cucumbers and Live Clean Replenishing mask!

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  33. Chantal 13 September 2011 at 1:56 pm Permalink

    Original Moxie!! I absolutely love their products. The leave in is the best yet….it’s only offered online for shipping but it’s totally worth it.
    http://www.originalmoxie.com

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  34. NK 26 November 2011 at 3:13 pm Permalink

    I have 3c/4a hair, and absolutely love Kinky Curly Knot Today… It’s the best thing ever made!

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  35. Jami 29 November 2011 at 1:28 am Permalink

    Suave’s brand.

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  36. MsBernie 1 December 2011 at 1:42 am Permalink

    Cantu Shea Butter Leave In and Hask Placenta Super Strength

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  37. Ashley 2 January 2012 at 4:37 pm Permalink

    Cantu shea butter leave-in.

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  38. Nema 19 January 2012 at 3:33 pm Permalink

    I use Cantu shea butter as well. It’s quite thick and a little goes a long way for me. Keeps my hair completely moisturized even in the winter time. I also you it as a styling product. I started using it a few years ago and it work great so I haven’t purchased anything else and I love that it only cost $5. I was given a partially used bottle of Giovanni Direct Leave In by someone who it didn’t work for. It worked just ok for me. Got good slip, but didn’t have the moisture I am used to getting come Cantu in the following days after I apply.

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