The 8 Best Products For Transitioning Hair

The process of transitioning from relaxed hair to your natural texture can feel...how do we put this...kind of like being a teenager. There are awkward stages — your hair is not totally straight, not yet curly. You can’t help but constantly compare yourself to others and go through periods of low confidence and self-doubt. You’re in uncharted territory with the new growth and sometimes miss the relaxed days when everything felt familiar.

We’ve been there, so seven of our NaturallyCurly editors are sharing the tips and products that got them through the awkward growing pains. These days, there are products on the market specifically formulated for transitioners, and they’re a great place to start, but you can get the moisture and strengthening ingredients you need in regular products, too, if you know what to look for.