Leave-in conditioner

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Plenty of people apply and immediately rinse off their conditioner on wash days without a second thought.

But there's something to be said for letting a moisturizing product linger, especially if you have curly hair. Treated to a leave-in conditioner, your curls can become more defined and shiny and better protected from frizz.

How long should you leave conditioner in your hair before rinsing

If you're unclear on exactly how to take advantage of the products, you're in the right place. Here, Steve Waldman, artistic/technical director and product consultant at the Hair Cuttery family of brands, is sharing all the details on how to select and use a leave-in conditioner for curly hair.

Q: I have curly hair and have always just used a conditioner in the shower, but I noticed a lot of people recommend using a leave-in. What's the difference a

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