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Top 10: Silicone Hair Products

Say goodbye to product buildup with these silicone hair products for curly hair.
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Top 10: Silicone Hair Products
By Evelyn · Updated September 19, 2024

Many curlies are concerned about using silicone products for fear of washing their curls out with a harsh sulfate shampoo. Silicones can get a bad rap because they can create buildup on the scalp, weigh it down, or make it become dry and oily. Over the years we’ve seen a reduction in hair care products containing silicones, but some people generally love them.

Many curlies have found that they can reasonably tolerate a couple of cones without buildup: amodimethicone and dimethicone. Silicones can create softness, shine, and help with detangling, which is why some curlies still swear by using products that contain them.

We’ve put together a list of CurlTalkers’ Recommendations for conditioners that contain one or the other of these cones but not others.

1. Garnier Fructis Sleek and Shine Leave-in

Top 10: Silicone Hair Products

2. Mixed Chicks Leave-In

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3. Herbal Essences Long-Term Relationship

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4. TIGI Bed Head Self Absorbed Conditioner

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5. Herbal Essences Totally Twisted Curl Boosting Mousse

6. Ouidad Moisture Lock Curl Butter

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7. Miss Jessie’s Creme de la Creme

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8. Dove Hair Therapy Conditioner for Dry Scalp 

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9. Yes to Carrots Scalp Relief Conditioner

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10. Beyond the Zone Noodle Head Soften Your Curls Curly Hair Conditioner

Top 10: Silicone Hair Products

If you get to feeling like you’ve got build up, regardless of what products you’re using, try these natural cleansing methods: baking soda or apple cider vinegar rinse — both work to remove dirt and build up.

If silicones aren’t your style, check out 20 Silicone Free Curl Styling Products that you can shop today!

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