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Every naturalista knows there's nothing quite like day two hair. Wash day may leave you with beautiful, squeaky clean curls, but it's nothing compared to the way hair settles into a perfectly tousled fro the following morning. Your 'do could still use a pick-me-up though, so curl refresher sprays for natural hair are always good to keep on standby.
When you get your hands on a holy grail formula, a spritz that revives your coils is one of the best type 4 hair products a girl could work into her regimen. As leave-ins that enhance natural hair, curl refreshers are the equivalent of hopping in the shower to bring life back to your 'do without having to get your locks soaking wet. Considering not all curly Qs have time to completely rewet their coils on the daily, a mist gets the job done quickly; Not to mention a good refresher packs super hydrating ingredients that you just can't get from using plain ol' tap water.
The trick is finding a curl reviver that doesn't feel sticky or leave gunky build-up behind. Here to start your search off right, these 17 curl enhancers that define natural hair make for fool-proof day two (and three!) styles.
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Curls Lavish Curls Daily Moisturizer
Lavish Curls Daily Moisturizer, $11, Target
A staple in my personal hair care collection that I just can't seem to stop repurchasing, this daily moisturizer reactivates dry, frizzy curls. A little goes a long way (so no need to overdo it!), plus its natural botanical ingredients give it a yummy scent.
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Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Curl Refresher Spray
Au Naturale Curl Refresher Spray, $8, Amazon
A blend of mango oil and bamboo milk make this spray a recipe for taming frizzies, rehydrating strands, and restoring softness. Formulated without mineral oil and petrolatum, it's bound to make your curls feel ultra smooth.
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Kinky-Curly Spiral Spritz
Spiral Spritz, $12, Target
A lightweight aloe-based formula, Kinky-Curly's spritz contains B5 vitamins to strengthen your mane while offering flexible hold for wavy and curly hair. Feel free to use it as a setting lotion for roller set styles, too!
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Curls Unleashed Second Chance Curl Refresher
Second Chance Curl Refresher, $10, Amazon
Aloe leaf juice, wheat protein, and green tea extract are just a few of the amazing ingredients you can find in the Curls Unleashed Second Chance Refresher. Day two twist outs, wash and gos, and more will truly pop when you use it each morning.
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DevaCurl Mist-er Right Dream Curl Refresher
Mist-er Right Dream Curl Refresher, $20, Ulta
Extend the life of your wash and go with this cleverly named DevaCurl moisturizer. Its lavender scent soothes the scalp, deodorizes, and revitalizes your beautiful texture.
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Carol's Daughter Hair Milk Nourishing & Conditioning Refresher Spray
Hair Milk Nourishing & Conditioning Refresher Spray, $10, Amazon
A frizz fighter and hydrator to redefine coils without weighing them down, Carol's Daughter Refresher Spray has some pretty powerful ingredients at work. Agave nectar, sweet almond oil, and B5 vitamins are just a few curl savers infused into this conditioner.
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My Honey Child O'Honey Curl Mist
O'Honey Curl Mist, $19, My Honey Child
There's no going wrong with this super hydrating styler. A concoction of avocado, olive, and coconut oils make it a miracle worker for thirsty locks.
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Oyin Nourishing Herbal Leave-in Hair Tonic
Nourishing Herbal Leave-in Hair Tonic, $14, Amazon
It stimulates the scalp, encourages growth, and adds moisture while detangling, so this au naturale leave-in must be heaven-sent— there's just no other explanation!
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Ouidad Botancial Boost Curl Energizing & Refreshing Spray
Botancial Boost Curl Energizing & Refreshing Spray, $20, Ouidad
Natural plant extracts are the basis of this curl energizer. Plain Jane water is simply no match for its rose hip, centella, and aloe leaf infused blend that gives lasting definition without flaky build-up.
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Shea Moisture Coconut & Hibiscus Hold & Shine Moisture Mist
Hold & Shine Moisture Mist, $10, Amazon
Frizz-free styling with soft hold is easily obtainable with Shea Moisture's Coconut & Hibiscus Moisture Mist. Coconut oil restores hydration, neem oil adds healthy shine, and silk protein smooths for strands that glow and are soft to the touch.
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True By Made Beautiful Quench Curl Refresher
Quench Curl Refresher, $10, Target
You'll have no trouble stretching wash day with the Quench Curl Refresher. Coconut oil deeply penetrates your tresses while castor and mango seed oil kick moisture levels up several notches.
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Camille Rose Natural Fresh Curl Revitalizing Hair Smoother
Fresh Curl Revitalizing Hair Smoother, $14, Camille Rose Naturals
This gel-cream styling lotion and detangler doesn't just revive hair, but also promotes healthy growth. Castor seed oil enriches strands with essential fatty acids and avocado oil provides the ultimate hydration.
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Jane Carter Solution Restore Moisture Mist
Restore Moisture Mist, $20, Target
Infused with amino acids and shea butter, this water-based mist strengthens as it conditions. Use it daily to seal in moisture and make hair more manageable.
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Cantu Comeback Curl Next Day Curl Revitalizer
Comeback Curl Next DayCurl Revitalizer, $6, Amazon
Let the power of pure shea butter take over when you use this revitalizer to restore your glory curls. Spritz on damp or dry hair to banish bed head once and for all.
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Alikay Naturals Wake Me Up Curl Refresher
Wake Me Up Curl Refresher, $11, Amazon
Redefining each and every coil is no problem with Alikays Wake Me Up Curl Refresher. It reduces frizz, enhances your natural shine, and seals in moisture for lasting, gorgeous spirals.
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Design Essentials Coconut Water Curl Refresher
Coconut Water Curl Refresher, $11, Amazon
Work this coconut based styler from roots to tips for next day hair that looks impeccable. Infused with milk protein, chamomile, and monoi oil, it's a guaranteed curl quencher.
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Phyto PhytoSpecific Curl Legend Curl Energizing Spray
PhytoSpecific Curl Legend Curl Energizing Spray, $30, Sephora
A mist that helps restructures curls and hold their shape, this lightweight formula features protein-rich botanical caviar to deeply nourish hair. Shiny, soft curls are the end result of using this hair gem that's 98 percent natural ingredients.
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Any styler that helps you achieve week-long, bouncy curls without the fuss is so worth every penny. So it looks like a top-quality refresher will be your next investment, my fellow curlfriends.
