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Chlorine Damage

Chlorine Damage

Dryness and stiffness from pool exposure that strips oils and roughens the cuticle.

Clarifying Shampoo

Clarifying Shampoo

A deep-cleansing formula used to remove heavy buildup.

Co-Wash (Cleansing Conditioner)

Co-Wash (Cleansing Conditioner)

A conditioning cleanser that gently cleans without stripping.

Co-Washing

Co-Washing

Cleansing with a conditioning cleanser to refresh hair without stripping natural oils.

Coarse Hair

Coarse Hair

Thick individual strands that feel strong and robust.

Coconut Oil (Hair Care)

Coconut Oil (Hair Care)

A more penetrating option often used pre-wash to help reduce dryness and protein loss.

Coily/Kinky Hair (Type 4)

Coily/Kinky Hair (Type 4)

Hair with tight curls or zig-zag patterns that shrink significantly.

Color-Safe Conditioner

Color-Safe Conditioner

A gentler formula intended to maintain dye vibrancy and reduce fade.

Color-Safe Shampoo (Color-Protecting)

Color-Safe Shampoo (Color-Protecting)

A cleanser formulated to minimize color fading.

Color-Treated Hair

Color-Treated Hair

Hair that has been altered using dyes or pigments.

Conditioner

Conditioner

A smoothing step after cleansing that softens, hydrates, and reduces tangles.

Conditioning Agent Selection

Conditioning Agent Selection

Choosing conditioning ingredients based on slip, buildup, hair type, and formula goals.

Conditioning Powder - Cationic Guar Gum (Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride)

Conditioning Powder - Cationic Guar Gum (Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride)

A charged plant-based thickener that improves combability and reduces static.

Cortex

Cortex

The inner layer responsible for strength, color, and elasticity.

Cosmetic Claims (Hair Care)

Cosmetic Claims (Hair Care)

The specific wording allowed for benefits and the evidence needed to support them.

Cosmetic Regulations (Hair Care)

Cosmetic Regulations (Hair Care)

Rules and standards that govern safety, permitted ingredients, and marketing requirements for products.

Curl Cream

Curl Cream

A curl enhancer that boosts moisture and definition while helping strands clump.

Curl Defining Product

Curl Defining Product

A product designed to enhance pattern, definition, and longer-lasting shape in waves or curls.

Curl Gel

Curl Gel

A curl styler that provides stronger hold and definition, often reducing frizz.

Curly Girl Method (CGM)

Curly Girl Method (CGM)

A curl-focused routine that avoids harsh cleansers and heavy buildup while emphasizing moisture and gentle styling.

Curly Hair (Type 3)

Curly Hair (Type 3)

Hair that forms defined curls or spirals.

Cuticle Layer

Cuticle Layer

The outermost protective layer made of overlapping scales.

Cyclomethicone

Cyclomethicone

A lightweight, fast-evaporating silicone that adds slip and a smooth finish.

Dandruff

Dandruff

Flaking caused by yeast overgrowth or scalp imbalance.

Deep Conditioner (Hair Mask)

Deep Conditioner (Hair Mask)

A richer, longer-wear treatment that deeply nourishes and repairs before rinsing out.

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