Caring for your little ones’ hair with the best products is a great way to ensure their curls remain beautifully nourished. The best baby curly hair products will be gentle and won’t compromise the moisture of their hair. Whether your little one has loose or tighter curls, finding everything from their first brush to conditioners and oil is a must.
Starting the all-important hair styling journey can feel daunting, especially if you’re conscious about the products you use. We have tried and tested this selection of products designed and formulated to care for baby’s curly hair.
Best Baby Hair Brush
Tangle Teezer Kids Gentle Detangling Hairbrush
Suitable for use on wet and dry hair, this brush from Tangle Teezer is perfect for detangling your little bubs hair. With bristles that glide gently through tresses, this is great for use on curly hair. The palm-sized design also makes this easy to use, whether you’re brushing on a wash day or styling the hair.
My thoughts: I have always been a huge fan of the Tangle Teezer and the way it detangles my curly hair, so I gravitated towards using the brand on my little ones hair. Azaiah has a lot of hair, so I needed to use a brush that gently detangled his curls. This brush has been amazing on his hair; it doesn’t pull and it detangles the really effectively.
Best Curly Hair Cream
My Little Coco Coconut Curling Custard
A perfect pick for refreshing curls, this curling custard has been formulated with organic coconut oil and contains no nasties. Suitable for sensitive skin, this defines the curls while nourishing the hair.
My thoughts: I felt it was time to introduce a curling cream into Azaiah’s haircare routine, and I’d heard great things about My Little Coco. I love that this curling custard doesn’t contain any nasties, and it leaves Azaiah’s hair feeling moisturised. I only use this occasionally to refresh his curls and this gives them some beautiful definition.
Best Detangler
Nala’s Kids Detangle Spray Tropical Blast
A great addition to any hair care kit, this detangling spray softens the hair to make brushing easier. This non-greasy formula contains shea butter, coconut oil and argan oil. A small spritz is all that’s needed to detangle the hair plus, the tropical scent will leave your little ones locks smelling a dream.
My thoughts: I can’t rave about this product enough, it has made detangling Azaiah’s curls a lot easier. A small amount is enough to soften the hair, ready for brushing. This also has such a lovely scent that remains on the hair.
Best Hair Oil
Kokoso Baby Coconut Oil
This natural and organic coconut oil is perfect for adding moisture to your baby’s tresses. Each tub contains three organic coconuts that are gently made into raw oil. Kokoso’s offering has no nasties and is suitable for sensitive skin. Plus, this doubles up as a great body butter.
My thoughts: This was the first product that I ever used on Azaiah’s hair, and I am such a big fan of it. A little of this goes a long way, and it’s added moisture to his hair while defining his curls. I particularly love using this in between wash days if his hair needs a bit of a refresh.
Best Shampoo
Nala’s Kids Shampoo
With lavender and lemon balm, this shampoo has been formulated to leave your baby’s hair feeling soft and clean without compromising moisture. Suitable for all hair types, the addition of oat milk ensures hair is beautifully nourished.
My thoughts: This shampoo has been a great addition to our wash days. I am always weary of shampoo’s stripping the hair of much-needed moisture, but this doesn’t dry out his hair. Azaiah’s hair feels soft after rinsing this off and the tropical scent smells great yet again.
Best 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner
AVEENO® Baby Daily Care 2-in-1 Shampoo & Conditioner
A great pick if you’re at the beginning of your baby’s haircare journey, Aveeno’s 2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner gently cleans the hair while adding moisture. Formulated with natural oat extract, this is free from sulphates, dyes and soaps to nourish baby’s hair and scalp.
My thoughts: Aveeno is a brand that has a firm place in our routine. This was the first product I washed Azaiah’s hair with, and it cleansed his curls while adding moisture. I was worried at first when we started washing his hair because I wanted to ensure his curls were nourished, but this was great.
Best Deep Conditioner
Nala’s Kids Deep Conditioner
This deep conditioner features nourishing ingredients, including castor oil, oat milk and shea butter to promote healthy, shiny locks. This works to soften the hair, prevent breakage and make detangling easier. Simply apply to the hair and wash it out, or leave it on for one to two minutes for an extra boost.
My thoughts: This works incredibly well on Azaiah’s hair. I leave this on his hair for two minutes, and it makes all the difference. His curls look defined and the hair feels so soft. This also makes brushing easier after bath time ready to apply product to the curls.
