The great thing about using a leave-in conditioner is that most of them are designed to be used daily. I like to apply leave-in conditioner twice a day, once in the evening on wet or damp curls and once in the morning on dry hair. It helps the product to absorb better, and I notice that my hair dries that much softer when I apply it this way. If you’re using a spray leave-in, you’ll want to thoroughly saturate your curls from top to bottom. If your curls are like mine and tend to get extra dry, don’t be afraid to spritz a bit of extra product in there.
If you’re using a cream leave-in, it might be best to avoid the root area. I do this because my hair is thick and can accumulate buildup easily. I also like to use a lighter hand with those types of formulas because they are a bit thicker and can weigh down the hair if you use too much.
Pay attention to this next tip from Korab—especially if you have thick, curly hair. “I recommend applying in small sections from roots to ends, distributing the product evenly throughout the hair,” she explains. “Using your fingers and a large tooth comb to ‘rake’ through your hair, working in the product.”
For a few of my favorites, along with Korab’s rec, keep reading below.
