The 24 Best Products for Curly, Frizzy Hair

This oil-based shampoo promises to hydrate your hair without weighing it down. According to Cristiano, the lightweight aloe and quinoa-based formula helps tame and control frizz, while leaving smooth curls in its wake for up to 72 hours. 

This shampoo is great for all curl types and textures. The sulfate-free formula has jojoba esters, a blended wax derived from jojoba oil to smooth down frizz. You'll also find amino acids and other ingredients (like phytantriol) that cleanse and protect hair from damage. As one shopper shares, "This line is my go-to during hot, humid summer months. It helps tame my hair and it will actually hold a curl a bit more when I use [it].” 

If you have curly, coily or super dry locks, co-washing can offer a deeper cleanse, while adding hydration. This one makes removes impurities without stripping your natural oils, making frizz more manageable. It uses the brand’s very own ‘Zip-Up technology,’ which is a strengthening blend that’s designed to smooth split ends and protect strands against environmental stressors. Shoppers say the co-wash leaves their hair feeling soft and offers the slip they need to detangle swiftly in the shower. “I have coarse, frizzy hair and was hesitant to use this product because nothing seems to tame my hair. But after a couple of uses my hair feels soft and frizz-free,” says one reviewer. 

With over 3,000 5-star reviews, Olaplex is loved and praised by people of all different hair types. The shampoo uses a bond-building technology that repairs and protects strands against damage, as well as fights frizz, improves shine and reduces split ends. Once you massage the product throughout the hair, shoppers note a noticeable difference in softness and manageability. “I have curly hair and I suffer from frizz and tangles all the time regardless of how much leave-in conditioner I use. [I’ve been] using Olaplex [for] about two weeks now_, and even after the first wash I noticed my curls were more defined and frizz-free,” says one customer. 

Frizzy hair can sometimes be mistaken for dry, damaged locks. Luckily, this shampoo has everything you need to both restore moisture and tame frizz. Namely, it has Alpha Keratin, a protein that aims to repair, hydrate and smooth down hair. Use a quarter-size amount to create a rich lather that will cleanse your scalp and reveal softer, more defined swirls. One customer said it best: “[The shampoo] makes my hair so soft and smooth. No frizzing [up] in damp humid weather!” 

This gentle shampoo cleanses the scalp, while combating frizz—all in one wash. It has nourishing ingredients like coconut oil, shea butter and glycerin to soften curls. The formula also includes vitamin E, which has been proven to improve scalp circulation and support a healthy scalp. Need more convincing? Here’s a raving review: “I have very frizzy hair that only worsen[s] with humidity. This shampoo smells amazing and helps control the frizz without breaking the bank. It doesn’t dry out my hair and you only need a little bit at a time.”

This hair mask is ready to fight frizz for just under $10. The silicone-free formula works to maintain moisture, strengthen strands and prevent breakage. Plus, it has rice amino acids and a natural bond multiplier to help improve softness, shine and frizz for healthier curls. It's a favorite pick from our curly-haired editor Chelsea Candelario, who loves how it seals in moisture and adds a luster to her color-treated curls.  

Like the name says, this mask is ready to repair your curls. The formula features algae extract and biotin to revitalize and rehydrate hair, along with rosehip oil and B vitamins to tame frizz and restore shine. Our curly-haired editors enjoy how quickly it brings back moisture to their thirsty strands. The hair mask also offers a nice slip that makes detangling easier for styling and defining curls.

This Curlsmith duo acts as both a regular and a leave-in conditioner for silky, smooth curls. Formulated with coconut butter, the product offers intense hydration, helps control frizz and provides a great slip to show off your natural pattern. “This conditioner makes my hair feel so soft and controls my frizzy hair. [It also] makes my curls pop a little bit more,” says one shopper.

No matter your hair type, a deep conditioner is a great product to incorporate into your wash routine. This one by Mielle Organics features a rich blend of fatty acids (including babassu oil) to strengthen strands, reduce breakage and minimize frizz. Despite the small jar, a little goes a long way to hydrate and define curls without weighing them down. Plus, it’s safe for color-treated hair, making it a go-to conditioner for us. 

This celebrity-approved hair mask claims to reverse damage in as little as four minutes—and it has 4,000 5-star reviews on Sephora that stand behind it. The mask is composed of a signature peptide technology that aims to strengthen and repair strands, while adding softness, shine and bounce. While we don’t believe it’s great for fine or low porosity hair, other editors with thicker strands appreciate this leave-in for restoring their tresses. 

Can’t decide which product to get to nourish your curls? Aussie has a whole line including a shampoo, conditioner, deep conditioner, gel, detangler and oil for under $30. Formulated with coconut and jojoba oil, these products keep your curls hydrated, shiny and frizz-free. “The Aussie Miracle Curls Collection is a fantastic find for anyone with curly hair looking for an affordable, comprehensive haircare solution. It ticks all the boxes for what you would want in a curly hair product line—moisture, frizz control, curl definition and a great scent. While there are a couple of minor drawbacks, the overall effectiveness and value of this collection make it easy to overlook them,” shares one reviewer. 

Ouidad’s products are specifically made for curly hair, so you know you’re in good hands. This protein-based gel seals the hair cuticle to lock in moisture and block out unwanted humidity. It also has a UV filter to protect hair against environmental damage. As Candelario shares, “It works best on wet hair, as it adds back moisture and completely defines my curls—minus the crunch I get from traditional gels. It also doesn’t weigh down my hair and it really keeps frizz at bay.” 

This smoothing balm acts as a heat protectant and a styling product in one. It has a taming botanical complex to moisturize and smooth down frizz, so you won’t have to worry about the hair dryer or humidity wreaking havoc on your tresses. As one reviewer shares, “My curly hair runs to frizz on its own impulse, but with this [balm] in my hair I put it on wet hair and let it air dry [and], my curls remain defined.” 

This curl cream has 99 percent natural ingredients, including flaxseed oil for nutrition, aloe vera extract for hydration and moringa seed extract to protect tresses from environmental damage. Cristiano says the formula “tames frizz, making hair appear healthier and assists in forming the structure of the curl.

A hair serum is a great way to define your curls. Formulated with argan, coconut and moringa extracts, this one protects against heat damage and prevents humidity for up to 72 hours. Shoppers say a little goes a long way, so use about a dime-sized amount on damp hair to get started. “My hair is very coarse, thick and curly. I have found this oil to control [the] frizz, [add] a level of style [and] control, as well as shine,” shares one reviewer.  

This cream has argan oil and vegetable proteins to help your curls hold their shape, while keeping their shine and softness. The formula is also praised for rendering frizz-free curls. Don’t believe us? One reviewer said, “I love this stuff! It can be used alone and it will keep my curls soft and nice. If it's humid out, I still use a small amount of gel to finish it off to keep it from frizzing out, but I think this is my favorite curl cream by far.” Bonus: It’ll make your hair smell amazing.

Made with coconut oil, avocado oil, shea butter and aloe, this curl defining creme absorbs into your strands to hydrate, soften and strengthen them upon contact. It also works to hold and elongate curls, while blocking out humidity. “I’ve only used this curl cream a couple times so far, but it’s been like magic. It tames my frizz and helps my curls look great. It smells super good too!” says one shopper. 

If your hair is dry, damaged or in desperate need of a little TLC, this hydrating treatment will come to the rescue. It has a blend of jojoba, castor, meadow foam and avocado oils to repair damaged hair. Customers appreciate how it reduces frizz, protects hair against heat damage and improves shine. Use one to two drops to smooth out your hair—or add it into your other products for an extra boost of moisture. “This oil is not too heavy and gives my coils a nice shine and it feels silky for a reasonable price. It also lasts a while,” shares one fan. 

Formulated with shea butter, coconut oil and silk proteins, this mousse aims to moisturize and protect curly hair. Just add a few pumps to damp locks and watch it leave your curls shiny sand any heavy residue or frizz. With over 12,000 5-star reviews, shoppers say its non-greasy formula is easy to use and offers a light hold that shows off your bountiful ringlets. “This magic foam is epic! I never thought a hair product would change my life, but this one did. It's so incredibly lightweight, you feel like there is nothing in your hair. I get volume and definition without any of the drawbacks of normal products,” says one shopper.

Tracee Ellis Ross’ beloved haircare brand Pattern is designed to support ‘the curliest, coiliest & tightest of hair textures.’ Our favorite product in the collection to combat frizz? The leave-in conditioner, which offers definition and an extra boost of hydration. Its blend of oils (like jojoba, castor, avocado and olive) and honey, detangles hair in the shower and softens our curls. Plus, the warm fragrance has notes of neroli, rose and patchouli that add a nice touch to wash day. 

A creamy leave-in conditioner can feel heavy for some curl types, which is why Ouai’s spray is a great alternative. The lightweight mist detangles, moisturizes, and protects strands from heat damage. Made of amino acids, tamarind seed extract and vitamin E, the leave-in smooths down flyaways, improves shine and makes hair more manageable. It also has notes of bergamot, violet and white musk that smells delicious on curls. “It makes my hair so soft without weighing it down. I love that it comes out in a fine mist, so it distributes evenly throughout. My hair [maintains its] soft curls and this keeps the definition and reduces the frizz,” shares one shopper. 

Even just a few flyaways can ruin an otherwise good hair day. This spray has vitamin E, argan oil and an anti-static agent to soften, nourish and protect your hair. Spray it on dry hair to keep it looking freshly styled or apply it on damp hair to tame frizz. “My daughter and I both have extra frizz and static on account of [our] curly hair and [this spray] helps more than anything I have ever used. We use the spray on our dry hair and just brush through it or run our fingers through it. It calms the frizz and it makes your hair smell like you just left the salon,” shares a customer. 

Whether you just finished an intense workout or ran into unexpected weather, sometimes your curls need a bit of a pick-me-up. This spray adds just the right amount of moisture and definition without weighing things down. It has argan oil, green tea and a botanical complex to soften hair, calm the scalp and control frizz. Our editors appreciate the spray bottle applicator, which evenly dispenses the product onto our roots and strands for a nice refresh.