13 curly hair products that won’t fail you on hot, humid days

If there’s one thing curly haired gals fear, it’s humidity. After washing, plopping (if you’re not familiar with the method, here’s what you need to know), styling, and mastering an optimal sleeping position that won’t flatten your curls, there’s nothing more annoying than all of that effort going to waste thanks to humid weather.

But as summer trots on and the temperatures rise (which is what we’ve been begging for, after all, right?), humidity becomes inevitable. So what’s one supposed to do? Find the holy grail product(s) that keep frizz at bay, of course. That’s where we come in.

Below are 13 curly hair products that are tried and true—and sure to keep your frizz at bay this summer. From creams to foams to jellies, all you have to do is choose the right formula based on your hair type and preference, and rest assured your curls will be able to shine in all their glory, no matter how it feels outside.

Shop our favorite curly hair products below.

1 Redken No Blow Dry Bossy Cream

$24

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This air-dry cream is only a couple years old, but has already become a curly gal fave.

2 Matrix Style Link Wild Boho Texturizing Air Dry Cream

$9

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With technology that works to speed up air-drying time, this is a must for summer.

3Bumble and Bumble Bb. Don’t Blow It Thick (H)air Styler

$31

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There’s a reason it’s a cult fave—trust us.

4 Moroccanoil Curl Defining Cream

$13

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We trust anything Moroccanoil when it comes to frizz-taming, tbh.

5Kristin Ess Hydrating Curl Defining Creme

$14

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The celeb stylist’s curl-defining creme strengthens hair as it smooths frizz.

6 TRESemmé Curl Reviving Styling Foam

$4.89

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The foam formula refreshes curls between washes.

7 Curls Dynasty Vanilla Cream Custard

$13

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Thicker, coarse hair will love this moisturizing cream.

8Marc Anthony Curl Defining Lotion

$7.99

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The drugstore staple is a foolproof pick.

9Garnier Fructis Curl Treat Jelly Shaping Leave-in Styler to Shape Curls

$7.99

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Garnier’s new jelly texture is an unstoppable curl shaper.

10Shea Moisture Coconut and Hibiscus Curl-Enhancing Smoothie

$7.99

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Aside from its super nourishing formula, the scent is enough to get you hooked.

11 Design.Me Bounce.Me Curl Balm

$22

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Like the name suggests, this balm is a must for bouncy curls.

12Dippity-Do Girls With Curls Gelee

$18.99

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The adorable packaging doesn’t hurt.

13DevaCurl SuperCream Coconut Curl Styler

$28

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The curly hair brand is beloved far and wide.