tldr; GVP Conditioning Balm from Sally's is a highly recommended thick, rich, water-soluble conditioner for very thirsty curls, improving hydration and frizz.
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“She’s little so I wouldn’t bother with too much product or crazy routines. I would work on hydration and healthy hair. The rest will follow. You are doing a great job, Mama. Her hair looks so much like mine when I was small. My mom had 6 girls to take care of with the same hair. She would line us all up and tackle each knot one by one. We all have gorgeous hair today! Anyway, the product then wasn’t nearly as good as it is now. Get a good conditioner with lots of slip. My favorite is Sally’s GVP Conditioning Balm. Google squish to condish videos to work on the hydration which will help with both frizz and knots.”
“I am not familiar with your products but get a condish that’s thick and rich with lots of slip. My fave is Sally’s GVP Conditioning Balm. Load your hair up with more conditioner than you think you need. Let it sit while you shower. Start to detangle from ends to top with wide tooth comb adding more water and condish as necessary for the bigger knots. Keep your curls fully hydrated with squish to condish technique to avoid tangles.”
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