When you’re on the journey to care for your curls, the right curly hair products make all the difference—and it starts with knowing your curl type. At Manetain, the emphasis is clear: your hair texture is unique and deserves formulas that work with your curls, not against them.

Here’s how to choose the right curly-hair care approach—based solely on Manetain’s content—so you can build a routine that truly supports your curls.

1. Identify your curl type

Manetain breaks curl types into categories: wavy, curly, coily, fine, and thick/coarse.

• Wavy hair: lighter curl pattern, needs lightweight hydration and definition.
• Curly hair: medium curl pattern, needs balanced moisture and definition.
• Coily hair: tighter curl pattern, higher need for moisture retention and frizz control.
• Fine hair: more delicate strands—needs products that add volume without heaviness.
• Thick/coarse hair: robust strands that need richer formulas and stronger care.

By identifying which group your hair falls into, you make smarter decisions about curly hair products that match your needs.

2. Match the products to your hair type

Once you know your category, you can choose from targeted product types that Manetain offers.

For example:

• For curly hair (medium curl type): Manetain recommends Moisturising Shampoo, Multipurpose Conditioner, Curl Cream, Mousse, Hard-Hold Gel, Leave-In Conditioner.
• For coily hair: Lean into Ultimate Moisture Therapy, Multipurpose Hair Oil, plus caps and other accessories for moisture and sealing.
• For fine hair: Clarifying Shampoo, Moisturising Shampoo, Leave-In Conditioner, Volume Gel, Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse are recommended.
• For thick/coarse hair: Use Co-Wash, Ultimate Moisture Therapy, Multipurpose Hair Oil, Set & Perfect Spray, Heat Cap.

This alignment ensures that your chosen curly hair products aren’t just “for curls” in general—but suited to your specific texture and needs.

3. Build your routine with layering

Having the right set of products is one thing. Manetain emphasizes the importance of a sensible routine: cleanse → condition → treat → style → finish.

• Cleanse: Use a gentle moisture-friendly shampoo (or clarifying shampoo occasionally) to cleanse without stripping. 
• Condition: The Multipurpose Conditioner can double as a leave-in for some textures.
• Deep Treatment (once a week): For dry or treated hair, the Ultimate Moisture Therapy or Ultimate Bond Repair Therapy are strong picks.
• Leave-in: Use a lightweight leave-in on wet hair to lock in moisture and prep for styling.
• Style & Set: Curl Cream first, then if you need hold go for Hard-Hold Gel or Volume Gel, then finish with Set & Perfect Spray for protection and fragrance.

By layering in this fashion you make full use of your curly hair products and support your curls through each phase of wash-day and styling.

4. Match concern to product

Curls often come with specific concerns—humidity, frizz, dryness, buildup, definition. Manetain lists which products are best for each concern.

• Frizz: Curl Cream, Leave-In Conditioner, Volume Gel, Hard-Hold Gel, Set & Perfect Spray
• Dryness: Co-Wash, Hair Oil, Ultimate Moisture Therapy, Multipurpose Conditioner, Leave-In Conditioner
• Buildup: Clarifying Shampoo, Scalp Scrub, Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse
• Definition: Curl Cream, Volume Gel, Leave-In Conditioner, Hard-Hold Gel
• Damage (e.g., coloured/chemically treated): Ultimate Bond Repair Therapy, Multipurpose Conditioner, Hair Oil, Curl Cream

So when you pick your curly hair products, check: “What’s my main concern right now?” Then pick accordingly.

5. Why Manetain’s approach matters for Indian textured hair

Manetain emphasises formulas built for Indian weather and conditions: humidity, hard water, color-treatment, etc.

• All products are CG-approved (meaning they avoid sulfates, silicones, parabens, mineral oils).
• The brand is vegan (except some silk-based accessories) and cruelty-free.
• The products include ingredients like argan oil, seaweed extracts, flaxseed, chia seed, avocado oil, etc.

This is especially important when your climate and hair type present unique challenges—so your curly hair products really perform and you’re not just using “generic curl stuff”.

6. Practical tips for choosing

• Start with your hair type and one product for each step (cleanser, conditioner, styler). Then gradually add deep treatments or supplementary items as needed.
• Pay attention to ingredient lists: for example, if you’re avoiding silicones or heavy oils, go with a brand like Manetain that states its formulations clearly.
• If you’re new to curl care and texture is medium (typical “curly” category), stick with the simplest routine: Moisturising Shampoo + Multipurpose Conditioner + Curl Cream. Then observe how your curls respond.
• If you have pronounced issues (dryness, buildup, damage) pick the relevant products from Manetain’s concern-specific list.
• Be patient: curls need consistency. According to Manetain: “Your curls need care and consistency, not complexity.”

7. Final checklist

Use this quick checklist when you shop or pick next set of products:

• Have I correctly identified my curl type (wavy / curly / coily / fine / coarse)?
• Am I choosing products suited to that type (as per Manetain’s categories)?
• Does the product address my current hair concern (frizz / dryness / buildup / definition / damage)?
• Is the product free from unwanted additives (e.g., sulfates, silicones) and built for my environment?
• Can I integrate it into a manageable routine (cleanse → condition → treat → style → set)?

If the answer is “yes” to all or most, you’re well-on your way to picking the right curly hair products for your curl type.

Curls deserve love, care and the right tools—and with the guidance above, drawn from Manetain’s own insights, you’re equipped to make choices that support your natural texture, your concerns, and your hair goals. Trust your curls—they’ll lead the way.