The 10 Best Curl Activators

Hawaiian Silky relies on the power of natural ingredients to give you the style you want, like chamomile extract, which enriches color, and rosemary extract, which can prevent hair loss. Unfortunately, the formula is a bit too watery.

If you can't make it to your stylist for a while for a touch-up, then SoftSheen-Carson Care Free can tide you over. It will help your strands lock in moisture without leaving your hair looking oily or wet. It contains dyes and preservatives, though.

Is your mane lacking luster? Then try Twisted Sista. It contains apricot kernel oil, which is loaded with omega-9s that will not only put the bounce back into your bob, but also stimulate the follicles and make your hair easier to work with.

Each time you step outdoors, you expose your head to toxins. Luckily, Sofn'Free 2 In 1 contains vitamin e, a powerful antioxidant that protects against environmental damage. It can also reduce inflammation and heal weak follicles.

Those who prefer to keep their fingers clean while getting ready will love Luster's No-Drip. Its spray head will ensure you get thorough coverage when applying. It contains both olive and argan oil, so it will get to work on those damaged ends, too.

Worlds of Curls is beloved by those ranging from 4A to 4C on the Andre Walker Hair Typing System. Whether you have tight, s-shaped strands; more relaxed waves; or even that difficult, in-between 4B kink, it will add great definition to your look.

Do you love to manipulate your do with creams and gels, but hate how they leave things looking stiff? Long Aid will never lead to crispiness and is a favorite of those who wear slicked-back ponytails. It works well on coarse and soft locks.

Want the type of locks that people just love to run their fingers through? Lustrasilk Max will do the trick. It contains argan oil, which creates that silky soft texture. Plus, it will add a lovely shine to your head, as well as repair split ends.

You're skipping the salon to save money, so you may as well get the affordable Cantu Shea Butter. It contains the deeply moisturizing ingredient you find in its name, which works to tackle dandruff, and can address excess oil production for those with greasy tresses.

Smooth N Shine Extra Dry is made for a medium intensity of kinks. Its aloe vera will hydrate brittle locks, and it's free of alcohol, so it won't irritate the scalp. Allowing for added control and shaping without making hair stiff, this stuff's a miracle worker.