{"id":21253,"date":"2026-07-29T19:48:23","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T14:48:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=21253"},"modified":"2026-07-29T19:48:23","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T14:48:23","slug":"i-tested-16-products-to-see-what-is-really-worth-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=21253","title":{"rendered":"I Tested 16 Products To See What Is Really Worth It"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script>\r\n  atOptions = {\r\n    'key' : '644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6',\r\n    'format' : 'iframe',\r\n    'height' : 90,\r\n    'width' : 728,\r\n    'params' : {}\r\n  };\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/www.highperformanceformat.com\/644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div xmlns:default=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<p id=\"anchor-638acf\" class=\"body-graf\">By now, you\u2019ve probably heard of Beyonc\u00e9\u2019s viral <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-korean-hair-care-rcna344094\" target=\"_blank\">hair care<\/a> brain child, <a href=\"https:\/\/ncls1.com\/irk?o=nthd73&amp;s=515050&amp;subid=nbcnews.com&amp;bkd=cecred.com&amp;di=cecredbrandreviewrcna352211&amp;d=https%3A%2F%2Fcecred.com%2F\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-commerce-encoding=\"true\" data-seller-id=\"ncrg1311482\" data-seller-affiliate-encoded-url=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fcecred.com%2F&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\">C\u00e9cred<\/a>. When C\u00e9cred burst onto the scene a few years ago, buyers praised the brand\u2019s products for treating and taming <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-shampoo-for-dry-hair-rcna125381\" target=\"_blank\">dry and damaged hair<\/a>. But is it really worth the viral hype? After testing products from all three of the brand\u2019s lines for three months, I gathered all of my honest thoughts about how well C\u00e9cred works for my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-natural-hair-products-rcna249475\" target=\"_blank\">natural hair<\/a> (spoiler alert: I\u2019m now fully obsessed).<\/p>\n<p id=\"anchor-cd253b\" class=\"body-graf\"><em><strong>Want more from NBC Selected? <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/link.nbcnews.com\/join\/5cj\/nbc-news-select-signup-pd\" target=\"_blank\"><em><strong>Sign up<\/strong><\/em><\/a><em><strong> for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/cecred-brand-review-rcna352211#anchor-5ecae7\" id=\"anchor-5ecae7\" class=\"scrollLink\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"body-heading\">Our honest review of C\u00e9cred<\/h2>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"anchor-6960f8\" class=\"body-graf\">Below is my review of my favorite products from each of C\u00e9cred\u2019s three collections: Foundation, Protection and Styling.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/cecred-brand-review-rcna352211#anchor-681e51\" id=\"anchor-681e51\" class=\"scrollLink\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"body-heading\">The Foundation Collection<\/h2>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"anchor-05eb1a\">\n<div id=\"rcpd75924\" class=\"styles_product__lnrKX\" data-testid=\"article-product-unit\">\n<div class=\"listicleProduct dn-print  product__grid-container--small\" data-activity-map=\"listicle-product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-hydrating-shampoo\" data-testid=\"product-container\">\n<div class=\"product__grid-row\">\n<div class=\"product__border\">\n<div class=\"df flex-column items-stretch product__card-container flex-row-m\">\n<div class=\"product__pictureLink product__picture-link db-m dn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Fhydrating-shampoo-pimprod2051072&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\" data-product-id=\"rcpd75924\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" data-testid=\"product-picture-link\" class=\"w-100\"><picture class=\"\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"600\" data-original-width=\"600\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Hydrating-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-955e34.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Hydrating-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-955e34.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Hydrating-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-955e34.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Hydrating-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-955e34.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Hydrating-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-955e34.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Hydrating-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-955e34.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Hydrating-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-955e34.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Hydrating-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-955e34.png 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Hydrating-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-955e34.png\" alt=\"C\u00e9cred Hydrating Shampoo\" height=\"600\" width=\"600\"\/><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_accordion__Z2nEy styles_accordion__Z_3zC undefined styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion\" data-title=\"What to know\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button\" class=\"styles_accordion__content__09JIS styles_accordion__content__NO3i2 styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion__content\" role=\"region\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<p><strong>Sizes:<\/strong> <span><em>2.5 oz, 5 oz, 32 oz<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsContainer__bhblj\" data-testid=\"listicle-product__pros-cons-container\" data-activity-map=\"product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-hydrating-shampoo\">\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>What we like<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>Long-lasting results<\/li>\n<li>Great for dry hair<\/li>\n<li>Very hydrating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"anchor-0ae4a6\" class=\"body-graf\">Right off the bat, I was excited to try this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-shampoos-rcna232478\" target=\"_blank\">shampoo<\/a> since dryness is a consistent challenge for my hair. It\u2019s infused with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-hyaluronic-acid-serums-creams-ncna1290282\" target=\"_blank\">hyaluronic acid<\/a> and an oil blend of baobab, moringa and black seed for deep hydration. I usually shampoo my hair twice during washes, so I\u2019d either use this twice, or use the Detoxifying Shampoo first (which I go more into detail below) and follow it up with this shampoo to re-hydrate my hair afterwards.<\/p>\n<p id=\"anchor-d7fafe\" class=\"body-graf\">After using it throughout multiple wash days (including a few with braids in), I can confirm that it\u2019s one of the most hydrating shampoos I\u2019ve ever tried. Combined with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-leave-in-conditioners-ncna1273467\" target=\"_blank\">conditioner<\/a>, this shampoo kept my hair moisturized for days after washing with little to no added styling products \u2014 a first ever for me.<\/p>\n<div id=\"anchor-e80877\">\n<div id=\"rcpd75925\" class=\"styles_product__lnrKX\" data-testid=\"article-product-unit\">\n<div class=\"listicleProduct dn-print  product__grid-container--small\" data-activity-map=\"listicle-product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-hydrating-conditioner\" data-testid=\"product-container\">\n<div class=\"product__grid-row\">\n<div class=\"product__border\">\n<div class=\"df flex-column items-stretch product__card-container flex-row-m\">\n<div class=\"product__pictureLink product__picture-link db-m dn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Fhydrating-conditioner-pimprod2051075&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\" data-product-id=\"rcpd75925\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" data-testid=\"product-picture-link\" class=\"w-100\"><picture class=\"\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"1080\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Hydrating-Conditioner-65a3b3.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Hydrating-Conditioner-65a3b3.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Hydrating-Conditioner-65a3b3.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Hydrating-Conditioner-65a3b3.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Hydrating-Conditioner-65a3b3.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Hydrating-Conditioner-65a3b3.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Hydrating-Conditioner-65a3b3.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Hydrating-Conditioner-65a3b3.png 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Hydrating-Conditioner-65a3b3.png\" alt=\"C\u00e9cred Hydrating Conditioner\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1080\"\/><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_accordion__Z2nEy styles_accordion__Z_3zC undefined styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion\" data-title=\"What to know\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button\" class=\"styles_accordion__content__09JIS styles_accordion__content__NO3i2 styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion__content\" role=\"region\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<p><strong>Sizes:<\/strong> <span><em>2.5 oz, 5 oz, 32 oz<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsContainer__bhblj\" data-testid=\"listicle-product__pros-cons-container\" data-activity-map=\"product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-hydrating-conditioner\">\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>What we like<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>Works quickly<\/li>\n<li>Good for detangling<\/li>\n<li>Hydrating ingredients<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>Something to note<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>May need more than a minute<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"anchor-05590b\" class=\"body-graf\">On wash days where I didn\u2019t have the time or energy for a full deep condition (which, realistically, is most of them), this conditioner became my saving grace. It has the same hydrating ingredients as the shampoo, with the added benefit of amino acids to repair damaged hair, according to the brand. I apply it to my wet hair after shampooing, and wash it out immediately after <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-detangling-sprays-rcna157275\" target=\"_blank\">detangling<\/a>. Although it takes me longer than a minute to detangle (which is the amount of time the brand promises results in), by the end of the process my hair is definitely softer and more hydrated. I also love that it helps ease any knots during my post-wash detangle.<\/p>\n<div id=\"anchor-699160\">\n<div id=\"rcpd75926\" class=\"styles_product__lnrKX\" data-testid=\"article-product-unit\">\n<div class=\"listicleProduct dn-print  product__grid-container--small\" data-activity-map=\"listicle-product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-moisturizing-deep-conditioner\" data-testid=\"product-container\">\n<div class=\"product__grid-row\">\n<div class=\"product__border\">\n<div class=\"df flex-column items-stretch product__card-container flex-row-m\">\n<div class=\"product__pictureLink product__picture-link db-m dn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Fmoisturizing-deep-conditioner-pimprod2051079&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\" data-product-id=\"rcpd75926\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" data-testid=\"product-picture-link\" class=\"w-100\"><picture class=\"\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"1080\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Moisturizing-Deep-Conditioner-531925.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Moisturizing-Deep-Conditioner-531925.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Moisturizing-Deep-Conditioner-531925.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Moisturizing-Deep-Conditioner-531925.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Moisturizing-Deep-Conditioner-531925.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Moisturizing-Deep-Conditioner-531925.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Moisturizing-Deep-Conditioner-531925.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Moisturizing-Deep-Conditioner-531925.png 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Moisturizing-Deep-Conditioner-531925.png\" alt=\"C\u00e9cred Moisturizing Deep Conditioner\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1080\"\/><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_accordion__Z2nEy styles_accordion__Z_3zC undefined styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion\" data-title=\"What to know\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button\" class=\"styles_accordion__content__09JIS styles_accordion__content__NO3i2 styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion__content\" role=\"region\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<p><strong>Sizes:<\/strong> <span><em>2.5 oz, 10 oz<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsContainer__bhblj\" data-testid=\"listicle-product__pros-cons-container\" data-activity-map=\"product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-moisturizing-deep-conditioner\">\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>What we like<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>Very softening<\/li>\n<li>Slippery texture<\/li>\n<li>Great for dry hair<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"styles_inlineImage__FvnTh styles_small__gIJ9M\" id=\"anchor-eed9e2\"><picture class=\"styles_image__i32F7\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1200\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mask-3ca9e4.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mask-3ca9e4.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mask-3ca9e4.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mask-3ca9e4.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mask-3ca9e4.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mask-3ca9e4.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mask-3ca9e4.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mask-3ca9e4.jpg 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mask-3ca9e4.jpg\" alt=\"A close up of the conditioner; Morris brushing the conditioner through her hair.\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1200\"\/><\/picture><figcaption class=\"caption styles_caption__TCewG\" data-testid=\"caption\"><span class=\"caption__container\" data-testid=\"caption__container\">The conditioner initially has a thick texture, but melts into my hair as I apply it and brush it through.<\/span><span class=\"caption__source\" data-testid=\"caption__source\">Courtesy Ashley Morris<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"anchor-17c8ae\" class=\"body-graf\">Deep conditioner is a non-negotiable when it comes to natural hair, and I highly recommend this one for anyone struggling with dry or brittle hair. This conditioner made my hair feel so soft after using \u2014 and I\u2019m talking like pillowy, cloud-level softness. It was so good that I found myself deep conditioning more often than usual (which is completely unheard of for me). I tried it both with a warm <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-bath-towels-rcna140671\" target=\"_blank\">towel<\/a> (as directed by the brand for best results) and without, and although my hair felt softer before washing when using the towel, I can honestly say that there wasn\u2019t much of a difference in post-rinse softness either time. <\/p>\n<div id=\"anchor-87e0c4\">\n<div id=\"rcpd75927\" class=\"styles_product__lnrKX\" data-testid=\"article-product-unit\">\n<div class=\"listicleProduct dn-print  product__grid-container--small\" data-activity-map=\"listicle-product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-fermented-rice-&amp;-rose-protein-ritual\" data-testid=\"product-container\">\n<div class=\"product__grid-row\">\n<div class=\"product__border\">\n<div class=\"df flex-column items-stretch product__card-container flex-row-m\">\n<div class=\"product__pictureLink product__picture-link db-m dn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Ffermented-rice-rose-protein-ritual-pimprod2051070&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\" data-product-id=\"rcpd75927\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" data-testid=\"product-picture-link\" class=\"w-100\"><picture class=\"\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"1080\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Fermented-Rice--Rose-Protein-Ritual-831208.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Fermented-Rice--Rose-Protein-Ritual-831208.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Fermented-Rice--Rose-Protein-Ritual-831208.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Fermented-Rice--Rose-Protein-Ritual-831208.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Fermented-Rice--Rose-Protein-Ritual-831208.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Fermented-Rice--Rose-Protein-Ritual-831208.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Fermented-Rice--Rose-Protein-Ritual-831208.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Fermented-Rice--Rose-Protein-Ritual-831208.png 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Fermented-Rice--Rose-Protein-Ritual-831208.png\" alt=\"C\u00e9cred Fermented Rice &amp; Rose Protein Ritual\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1080\"\/><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_accordion__Z2nEy styles_accordion__Z_3zC undefined styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion\" data-title=\"What to know\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button\" class=\"styles_accordion__content__09JIS styles_accordion__content__NO3i2 styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion__content\" role=\"region\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<p><strong>Sizes:<\/strong> <span><em>0.35 oz x 4, 1 oz x 4<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsContainer__bhblj\" data-testid=\"listicle-product__pros-cons-container\" data-activity-map=\"product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-fermented-rice-&amp;-rose-protein-ritual\">\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>What we like<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>Very strengthening<\/li>\n<li>Immediate results<\/li>\n<li>Only need once a month<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"anchor-fb4d94\" class=\"body-graf\">This two-step treatment is made with rice water and rose protein, which help strengthen hair for better length retention. I experienced noticeably less <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-shampoo-for-damaged-hair-rcna128625\" target=\"_blank\">breakage<\/a> after using this the first time, and after the third time, I was more than ready to repurchase. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"styles_inlineImage__FvnTh styles_small__gIJ9M\" id=\"anchor-2b4df5\"><picture class=\"styles_image__i32F7\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1200\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-protein-ritual-e4f8d5.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-protein-ritual-e4f8d5.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-protein-ritual-e4f8d5.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-protein-ritual-e4f8d5.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-protein-ritual-e4f8d5.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-protein-ritual-e4f8d5.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-protein-ritual-e4f8d5.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-protein-ritual-e4f8d5.jpg 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-protein-ritual-e4f8d5.jpg\" alt=\"Morris applying the Cecred Fermented Rice &amp; Rose Protein Ritual to her hair using a dropper bottle.\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1200\"\/><\/picture><figcaption class=\"caption styles_caption__TCewG\" data-testid=\"caption\"><span class=\"caption__container\" data-testid=\"caption__container\">The application process is annoying, but the benefits of this Protein Ritual make it worth the hassle, in my opinion.<\/span><span class=\"caption__source\" data-testid=\"caption__source\">Courtesy Ashley Morris<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"anchor-adc47b\" class=\"body-graf\">I will admit, the application process is a bit tricky because you\u2019ll need to pour the first step over your head and leave each step on for a minimum of five minutes. I usually do my wash routine in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-filtered-showerheads-rcna153901\" target=\"_blank\">shower<\/a>, but when using this, I step out until it\u2019s time to rinse out the last step. Since it\u2019s not a deep conditioner, it also leaves my hair feeling a bit crunchy and dry, so I like to follow up with the brand\u2019s Moisturizing Deep Conditioner or Hydrating Conditioner to restore my moisture balance.<\/p>\n<div id=\"anchor-36eba5\">\n<div id=\"rcpd75928\" class=\"styles_product__lnrKX\" data-testid=\"article-product-unit\">\n<div class=\"listicleProduct dn-print  product__grid-container--small\" data-activity-map=\"listicle-product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-restoring-hair-&amp;-edge-drops\" data-testid=\"product-container\">\n<div class=\"product__grid-row\">\n<div class=\"product__border\">\n<div class=\"df flex-column items-stretch product__card-container flex-row-m\">\n<div class=\"product__pictureLink product__picture-link db-m dn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Frestoring-hair-edge-drops-pimprod2051066&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\" data-product-id=\"rcpd75928\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" data-testid=\"product-picture-link\" class=\"w-100\"><picture class=\"\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1000\" data-original-width=\"1000\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Restoring-Hair--Edge-Drops-2e5b04.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Restoring-Hair--Edge-Drops-2e5b04.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Restoring-Hair--Edge-Drops-2e5b04.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Restoring-Hair--Edge-Drops-2e5b04.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Restoring-Hair--Edge-Drops-2e5b04.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Restoring-Hair--Edge-Drops-2e5b04.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Restoring-Hair--Edge-Drops-2e5b04.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Restoring-Hair--Edge-Drops-2e5b04.png 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Restoring-Hair--Edge-Drops-2e5b04.png\" alt=\"C\u00e9cred Restoring Hair &amp; Edge Drops\" height=\"1000\" width=\"1000\"\/><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_accordion__Z2nEy styles_accordion__Z_3zC undefined styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion\" data-title=\"What to know\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button\" class=\"styles_accordion__content__09JIS styles_accordion__content__NO3i2 styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion__content\" role=\"region\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<p><strong>Size:<\/strong> <span><em>1.7 oz<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsContainer__bhblj\" data-testid=\"listicle-product__pros-cons-container\" data-activity-map=\"product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-restoring-hair-&amp;-edge-drops\">\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>What we like<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>Works quickly<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t need a lot<\/li>\n<li>Large dropper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"anchor-2120be\" class=\"body-graf\">After an extended love affair with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/how-to-maintain-braids-rcna343643\" target=\"_blank\">knotless braids<\/a> left me with some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-hair-thinning-products-rcna228523\" target=\"_blank\">thinning<\/a> around my hairline, I immediately reached for these drops, and let me just say: believe the hype. I tried them for three months last year while my hair was in cornrows, and after unraveling, I saw that my patchy areas were filled with new growth. I experience the best results when I use these drops daily, however I\u2019ve also seen progress when using them just a few nights a week (which is really a testament to how well the product works). Although they\u2019re great for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/hair-shedding-vs-hair-loss-explained-rcna260303\" target=\"_blank\">thinning hair<\/a>, since the bottle is on the smaller side, I would recommend these drops as a spot treatment rather than a full-head solution.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/cecred-brand-review-rcna352211#anchor-f30372\" id=\"anchor-f30372\" class=\"scrollLink\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"body-heading\">The Protection Collection<\/h2>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"anchor-71e32f\">\n<div id=\"rcpd75929\" class=\"styles_product__lnrKX\" data-testid=\"article-product-unit\">\n<div class=\"listicleProduct dn-print  product__grid-container--small\" data-activity-map=\"listicle-product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-scalp-refreshing-spray\" data-testid=\"product-container\">\n<div class=\"product__grid-row\">\n<div class=\"product__border\">\n<div class=\"df flex-column items-stretch product__card-container flex-row-m\">\n<div class=\"product__pictureLink product__picture-link db-m dn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Fscalp-refreshing-spray-pimprod2054143&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\" data-product-id=\"rcpd75929\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" data-testid=\"product-picture-link\" class=\"w-100\"><picture class=\"\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1000\" data-original-width=\"1000\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Scalp-Refreshing-Spray---25-oz-ce8008.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Scalp-Refreshing-Spray---25-oz-ce8008.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Scalp-Refreshing-Spray---25-oz-ce8008.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Scalp-Refreshing-Spray---25-oz-ce8008.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Scalp-Refreshing-Spray---25-oz-ce8008.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Scalp-Refreshing-Spray---25-oz-ce8008.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Scalp-Refreshing-Spray---25-oz-ce8008.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Scalp-Refreshing-Spray---25-oz-ce8008.png 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Scalp-Refreshing-Spray---25-oz-ce8008.png\" alt=\"C\u00e9cred Scalp Refreshing Spray\" height=\"1000\" width=\"1000\"\/><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_accordion__Z2nEy styles_accordion__Z_3zC undefined styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion\" data-title=\"What to know\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button\" class=\"styles_accordion__content__09JIS styles_accordion__content__NO3i2 styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion__content\" role=\"region\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<p><strong>Sizes:<\/strong> <span><em>2.5 oz, 5.7 oz<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsContainer__bhblj\" data-testid=\"listicle-product__pros-cons-container\" data-activity-map=\"product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-scalp-refreshing-spray\">\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>What we like<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>Moisturizing<\/li>\n<li>Cooling<\/li>\n<li>Precision nozzle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>Something to note<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>Intense cooling sensation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"styles_inlineImage__FvnTh styles_small__gIJ9M\" id=\"anchor-45e582\"><picture class=\"styles_image__i32F7\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1200\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-trio-e3f15b.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-trio-e3f15b.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-trio-e3f15b.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-trio-e3f15b.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-trio-e3f15b.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-trio-e3f15b.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-trio-e3f15b.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-trio-e3f15b.jpg 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-trio-e3f15b.jpg\" alt=\"The Cecred Detangling Spray, Oil Ritual and Detoxifying Shampoo lined up on a light pink bedspread.\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1200\"\/><\/picture><figcaption class=\"caption styles_caption__TCewG\" data-testid=\"caption\"><span class=\"caption__container\" data-testid=\"caption__container\">When it comes to taking down braids or protective styles, I always start my wash day routine with these three favorites from the Protection Collection.<\/span><span class=\"caption__source\" data-testid=\"caption__source\">Courtesy Ashley Morris<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"anchor-8db5b9\" class=\"body-graf\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-itchy-scalp-treatments-rcna228592\" target=\"_blank\">Itchiness<\/a> is a given when it comes to fresh braids, but this spray might just be the remedy. The formula has moisturizing honey and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/ceramides-skin-care-rcna135328\" target=\"_blank\">ceramides<\/a>, along with menthol to cool and soothe the scalp. I spray this at the root of my braids when I feel they\u2019re developing any buildup, and also love using it on the itchiest parts of fresh styles to treat them without frizzing or messing them up. The best part of the spray is the precision nozzle, which lets you aim the stream directly at your pain points, instead of wasting product by spraying the whole area. <\/p>\n<div id=\"anchor-03d821\">\n<div id=\"rcpd75930\" class=\"styles_product__lnrKX\" data-testid=\"article-product-unit\">\n<div class=\"listicleProduct dn-print  product__grid-container--small\" data-activity-map=\"listicle-product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-detangling-spray\" data-testid=\"product-container\">\n<div class=\"product__grid-row\">\n<div class=\"product__border\">\n<div class=\"df flex-column items-stretch product__card-container flex-row-m\">\n<div class=\"product__pictureLink product__picture-link db-m dn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Fdetangling-spray-pimprod2054146&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\" data-product-id=\"rcpd75930\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" data-testid=\"product-picture-link\" class=\"w-100\"><picture class=\"\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1000\" data-original-width=\"1000\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Detangling-Spray-1c1369.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Detangling-Spray-1c1369.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Detangling-Spray-1c1369.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Detangling-Spray-1c1369.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Detangling-Spray-1c1369.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Detangling-Spray-1c1369.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Detangling-Spray-1c1369.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Detangling-Spray-1c1369.png 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/SOVRN-CECRED-Detangling-Spray-1c1369.png\" alt=\"C\u00e9cred Detangling Spray\" height=\"1000\" width=\"1000\"\/><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_accordion__Z2nEy styles_accordion__Z_3zC undefined styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion\" data-title=\"What to know\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button\" class=\"styles_accordion__content__09JIS styles_accordion__content__NO3i2 styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion__content\" role=\"region\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<p><strong>Size:<\/strong> <span><em>8.5 oz<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsContainer__bhblj\" data-testid=\"listicle-product__pros-cons-container\" data-activity-map=\"product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-detangling-spray\">\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>What we like<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>No residue<\/li>\n<li>Great slip<\/li>\n<li>A little goes a long way<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"styles_inlineImage__FvnTh styles_small__gIJ9M\" id=\"anchor-8266ee\"><picture class=\"styles_image__i32F7\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1200\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-detangler-bfa269.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-detangler-bfa269.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-detangler-bfa269.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-detangler-bfa269.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-detangler-bfa269.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-detangler-bfa269.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-detangler-bfa269.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-detangler-bfa269.jpg 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-detangler-bfa269.jpg\" alt=\"Spraying the Cecred Detangling Spray onto stretched hair while standing in a bathroom.\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1200\"\/><\/picture><figcaption class=\"caption styles_caption__TCewG\" data-testid=\"caption\"><span class=\"caption__container\" data-testid=\"caption__container\">Using the Detangling Spray cuts my wash day prep time down by half, and I love that it doesn\u2019t leave an oily residue.<\/span><span class=\"caption__source\" data-testid=\"caption__source\">Courtesy Ashley Morris<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"anchor-103b89\" class=\"body-graf\">Detangling is my least favorite part of wash day, and it usually takes me around an hour to get through my entire head before shampooing. But that was before I tried this spray. Hands down, this is the best detangler I\u2019ve ever used. The time spent detangling my hair drops down to 30 minutes or less (it\u2019s usually anywhere from 45 minutes to an hour), and it doesn\u2019t leave any residue, flakes or crunchiness on my hair afterwards. I like to use this for all my pre-wash detangles and as an aid in taking down my braids. I also love that the nozzle sprays in such a fine mist because it helps cover a wider area with less product.<\/p>\n<div id=\"anchor-80a052\">\n<div id=\"rcpd75931\" class=\"styles_product__lnrKX\" data-testid=\"article-product-unit\">\n<div class=\"listicleProduct dn-print  product__grid-container--small\" data-activity-map=\"listicle-product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-oil-ritual\" data-testid=\"product-container\">\n<div class=\"product__grid-row\">\n<div class=\"product__border\">\n<div class=\"df flex-column items-stretch product__card-container flex-row-m\">\n<div class=\"product__pictureLink product__picture-link db-m dn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Foil-ritual-pimprod2054157&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\" data-product-id=\"rcpd75931\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" data-testid=\"product-picture-link\" class=\"w-100\"><picture class=\"\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"1080\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Oil-Ritual-59d48b.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Oil-Ritual-59d48b.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Oil-Ritual-59d48b.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Oil-Ritual-59d48b.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Oil-Ritual-59d48b.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Oil-Ritual-59d48b.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Oil-Ritual-59d48b.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Oil-Ritual-59d48b.png 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Oil-Ritual-59d48b.png\" alt=\"C\u00e9cred Oil Ritual\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1080\"\/><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_accordion__Z2nEy styles_accordion__Z_3zC undefined styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion\" data-title=\"What to know\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button\" class=\"styles_accordion__content__09JIS styles_accordion__content__NO3i2 styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion__content\" role=\"region\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<p><strong>Size:<\/strong> <span><em>8.5 oz<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsContainer__bhblj\" data-testid=\"listicle-product__pros-cons-container\" data-activity-map=\"product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-oil-ritual\">\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>What we like<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>Very softening<\/li>\n<li>Great for brittle hair<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"anchor-0b0cc3\" class=\"body-graf\">It would be hard for me to choose my favorite product out of the line, but if I had to, this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-hair-oils-rcna101396\" target=\"_blank\">oil treatment <\/a>would be a top contender. I initially only used this in what I call my \u201crestorative routine,\u201d which is especially reserved for wash days following braid takedowns or when I\u2019ve gone a while without a deep conditioner and my hair is feeling particularly dry. However, I quickly introduced this into my weekly wash routine once I saw the difference it made. Immediately after using it, my hair feels softer and less brittle, and stays that way even after rinsing out the oil, my shampoo, and even my deep conditioner. I even tested it on a wash day without using the other C\u00e9cred products, and still had the same excellent results throughout my wash. The brand recommends warming the oil before using it, which I do by pouring some into a plastic container and letting it sit in a bowl of hot water until it warms up (which keeps it from getting too hot for my head).<\/p>\n<div id=\"anchor-240a49\">\n<div id=\"rcpd75932\" class=\"styles_product__lnrKX\" data-testid=\"article-product-unit\">\n<div class=\"listicleProduct dn-print  product__grid-container--small\" data-activity-map=\"listicle-product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-detoxifying-shampoo\" data-testid=\"product-container\">\n<div class=\"product__grid-row\">\n<div class=\"product__border\">\n<div class=\"df flex-column items-stretch product__card-container flex-row-m\">\n<div class=\"product__pictureLink product__picture-link db-m dn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Fdetoxifying-shampoo-pimprod2054145&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\" data-product-id=\"rcpd75932\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" data-testid=\"product-picture-link\" class=\"w-100\"><picture class=\"\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"1080\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Detoxifying-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-20ad98.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Detoxifying-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-20ad98.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Detoxifying-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-20ad98.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Detoxifying-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-20ad98.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Detoxifying-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-20ad98.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Detoxifying-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-20ad98.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Detoxifying-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-20ad98.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Detoxifying-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-20ad98.png 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Detoxifying-Shampoo---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-20ad98.png\" alt=\"C\u00e9cred Detoxifying Shampoo\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1080\"\/><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_accordion__Z2nEy styles_accordion__Z_3zC undefined styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion\" data-title=\"What to know\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button\" class=\"styles_accordion__content__09JIS styles_accordion__content__NO3i2 styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion__content\" role=\"region\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<p><strong>Size:<\/strong> <span><em>8 oz<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsContainer__bhblj\" data-testid=\"listicle-product__pros-cons-container\" data-activity-map=\"product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-detoxifying-shampoo\">\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>What we like<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>Deep cleans<\/li>\n<li>Great for braids<\/li>\n<li>Blue color<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"styles_inlineImage__FvnTh styles_small__gIJ9M\" id=\"anchor-1df27b\"><picture class=\"styles_image__i32F7\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1200\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-wash-day-trio-312438.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-wash-day-trio-312438.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-wash-day-trio-312438.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-wash-day-trio-312438.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-wash-day-trio-312438.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-wash-day-trio-312438.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-wash-day-trio-312438.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-wash-day-trio-312438.jpg 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-wash-day-trio-312438.jpg\" alt=\"The Cecred Detoxifying Shampoo, Hydrating Shampoo and Hydrating Conditioner lined up on a shower shelf.\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1200\"\/><\/picture><figcaption class=\"caption styles_caption__TCewG\" data-testid=\"caption\"><span class=\"caption__container\" data-testid=\"caption__container\">This trio has become my go-to for wash days when I want a shorter but still effective routine.<\/span><span class=\"caption__source\" data-testid=\"caption__source\">Courtesy Ashley Morris<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"anchor-bf77af\" class=\"body-graf\">This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-clarifying-shampoos-rcna227814\" target=\"_blank\">clarifying shampoo<\/a> is my favorite to use when washing braids or washing my hair right after taking down my braids because it deep cleans and removes buildup. It also has a striking blue color (which I love) to help prevent brassiness in chemically-treated hair, according to the brand. I like using this as my first shampoo, and then following it up with the brand\u2019s Hydrating Shampoo for the perfect cleansing combo. In my experience, the shampoo does give your scalp a strong tingling and cooling sensation, so you may want to skip this one if you\u2019re not comfortable with that feeling. <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/cecred-brand-review-rcna352211#anchor-4c3ba9\" id=\"anchor-4c3ba9\" class=\"scrollLink\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"body-heading\">The Styling Collection<\/h2>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"anchor-a56f07\">\n<div id=\"rcpd75933\" class=\"styles_product__lnrKX\" data-testid=\"article-product-unit\">\n<div class=\"listicleProduct dn-print  product__grid-container--small\" data-activity-map=\"listicle-product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-thermal-shield-mist\" data-testid=\"product-container\">\n<div class=\"product__grid-row\">\n<div class=\"product__border\">\n<div class=\"df flex-column items-stretch product__card-container flex-row-m\">\n<div class=\"product__pictureLink product__picture-link db-m dn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Fthermal-shield-mist-pimprod2057959%3Fsku%3D2653962%26cmpid%3DPS_Non%21google%21Product_Listing_Ads%26cagpspn%3Dpla%26CATCI%3D%26CAAGID%3D%26CAWELAID%3D330000200003417794%26gad_source%3D1%26gad_campaignid%3D22402728425%26gbraid%3D0AAAAAD9rLH4E-R-omLl_ObMXcAdJL_vJX%26gclid%3DCj0KCQjwr4jSBhCSARIsAOX1E-L3UWjI63pXa1HqjpEkjlUyC1RN2qeGISZBdtdJVVRIBH70aUyHV_waAvBbEALw_wcB&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\" data-product-id=\"rcpd75933\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" data-testid=\"product-picture-link\" class=\"w-100\"><picture class=\"\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"1080\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Thermal-Shield-Mist-afe398.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Thermal-Shield-Mist-afe398.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Thermal-Shield-Mist-afe398.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Thermal-Shield-Mist-afe398.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Thermal-Shield-Mist-afe398.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Thermal-Shield-Mist-afe398.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Thermal-Shield-Mist-afe398.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Thermal-Shield-Mist-afe398.png 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Thermal-Shield-Mist-afe398.png\" alt=\"C\u00e9cred Thermal Shield Mist\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1080\"\/><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_accordion__Z2nEy styles_accordion__Z_3zC undefined styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion\" data-title=\"What to know\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button\" class=\"styles_accordion__content__09JIS styles_accordion__content__NO3i2 styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion__content\" role=\"region\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<p><strong>Size:<\/strong> <span><em>5 fl oz<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsContainer__bhblj\" data-testid=\"listicle-product__pros-cons-container\" data-activity-map=\"product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-thermal-shield-mist\">\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>What we like<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>Lightweight texture<\/li>\n<li>Works for blowouts<\/li>\n<li>No residue<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"styles_inlineImage__FvnTh styles_small__gIJ9M\" id=\"anchor-bd3844\"><picture class=\"styles_image__i32F7\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1200\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-heat-spray-4752ec.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-heat-spray-4752ec.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-heat-spray-4752ec.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-heat-spray-4752ec.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-heat-spray-4752ec.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-heat-spray-4752ec.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-heat-spray-4752ec.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-heat-spray-4752ec.jpg 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-heat-spray-4752ec.jpg\" alt=\"A selfie of Morris with a blown-out braidout using the Cecred Thermal Shield Mist, wearing a yellow soccer jersey in front of a wall of graffiti art.\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1200\"\/><\/picture><figcaption class=\"caption styles_caption__TCewG\" data-testid=\"caption\"><span class=\"caption__container\" data-testid=\"caption__container\">he Thermal Shield Mist didn\u2019t stop my hair from getting humidity-induced volume, but it did help to keep my braid out defined on humid days.<\/span><span class=\"caption__source\" data-testid=\"caption__source\">Courtesy Ashley Morris<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"anchor-cc1b30\" class=\"body-graf\">As with all products in the Styling Collection, this <a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fbest-heat-protectants-rcna140023&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-commerce-encoding=\"true\" data-seller-id=\"\" data-seller-affiliate-encoded-url=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fbest-heat-protectants-rcna140023&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\">heat protectant<\/a> mist has moisturizing panthenol and a thermal gloss blend of Kalahari melon seed, mongongo and wild plum to help protect hair from heat of up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the brand. Unfortunately, I didn\u2019t <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-flat-irons-rcna239114\" target=\"_blank\">straighten<\/a> my hair while testing these products, so I didn\u2019t get to see how well this heat protectant mist stands up to the ultimate heat damage test. However, I did use it a few times for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-blow-dryer-brushes-rcna184668\" target=\"_blank\">blown-out<\/a> braidouts, and I didn\u2019t experience any heat damage or issues with curl reversion afterwards. I also didn\u2019t see any residue left behind. Best of all, there was no greasy texture to my hair afterwards; it felt as if I\u2019d sprayed nothing at all.<\/p>\n<div id=\"anchor-fcbe7a\">\n<div id=\"rcpd75934\" class=\"styles_product__lnrKX\" data-testid=\"article-product-unit\">\n<div class=\"listicleProduct dn-print  product__grid-container--small\" data-activity-map=\"listicle-product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-strong-hold-gel\" data-testid=\"product-container\">\n<div class=\"product__grid-row\">\n<div class=\"product__border\">\n<div class=\"df flex-column items-stretch product__card-container flex-row-m\">\n<div class=\"product__pictureLink product__picture-link db-m dn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Fstrong-hold-gel-pimprod2057957&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\" data-product-id=\"rcpd75934\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" data-testid=\"product-picture-link\" class=\"w-100\"><picture class=\"\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"600\" data-original-width=\"600\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Strong-Hold-Gel---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-e2115f.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Strong-Hold-Gel---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-e2115f.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Strong-Hold-Gel---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-e2115f.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Strong-Hold-Gel---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-e2115f.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Strong-Hold-Gel---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-e2115f.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Strong-Hold-Gel---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-e2115f.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Strong-Hold-Gel---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-e2115f.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Strong-Hold-Gel---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-e2115f.png 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-Strong-Hold-Gel---CCRED--Ulta-Beauty-e2115f.png\" alt=\"C\u00e9cred Strong Hold Gel\" height=\"600\" width=\"600\"\/><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_accordion__Z2nEy styles_accordion__Z_3zC undefined styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion\" data-title=\"What to know\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button\" class=\"styles_accordion__content__09JIS styles_accordion__content__NO3i2 styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion__content\" role=\"region\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<p><strong>Size:<\/strong> <span><em>5 oz<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsContainer__bhblj\" data-testid=\"listicle-product__pros-cons-container\" data-activity-map=\"product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-strong-hold-gel\">\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>What we like<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>Versatile<\/li>\n<li>No hard cast<\/li>\n<li>Glossy finish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"styles_inlineImage__FvnTh styles_small__gIJ9M\" id=\"anchor-14e456\"><picture class=\"styles_image__i32F7\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1200\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-gel-24d691.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-gel-24d691.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-gel-24d691.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-gel-24d691.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-gel-24d691.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-gel-24d691.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-gel-24d691.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-gel-24d691.jpg 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-gel-24d691.jpg\" alt=\"Side by side of a slicked updo puff using the Cecred Strong Hold Gel.\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1200\"\/><\/picture><figcaption class=\"caption styles_caption__TCewG\" data-testid=\"caption\"><span class=\"caption__container\" data-testid=\"caption__container\">The gel was perfect for daily use since it didn\u2019t form a hard cast, even after multiple layers.<\/span><span class=\"caption__source\" data-testid=\"caption__source\">Courtesy Ashley Morris<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"anchor-34f508\" class=\"body-graf\">Out of all the products I tried, this was the one I was most skeptical of because it can be tricky to find a gel that actually slicks and holds 4C hair. However, this gel exceeded my expectations. As a styling gel, I love it. Updo puffs are my daily look when my natural hair is out, and this gel was great for quick styling in the morning. After applying the gel, I\u2019d tie down my hair and give it a quick hit with my blow dryer before leaving it to set for about 10 minutes. The results were sleek puffs that always had a shiny finish and, best of all, left no hard gel cast on my hair \u2014 it was still very soft to touch. My puffs would also only really get frizzy when I would go to the gym or brush my head up against something. <\/p>\n<p id=\"anchor-b3cf92\" class=\"body-graf\">When I did try it as an edge control, it also worked well on days that weren\u2019t too humid. However, by the end of warmer days, my edges were pretty much back to normal.<\/p>\n<div id=\"anchor-1c7126\">\n<div id=\"rcpd75936\" class=\"styles_product__lnrKX\" data-testid=\"article-product-unit\">\n<div class=\"listicleProduct dn-print  product__grid-container--small\" data-activity-map=\"listicle-product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-wrap-&amp;-set-foam\" data-testid=\"product-container\">\n<div class=\"product__grid-row\">\n<div class=\"product__border\">\n<div class=\"df flex-column items-stretch product__card-container flex-row-m\">\n<div class=\"product__pictureLink product__picture-link db-m dn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Fwrap-set-foam-pimprod2057962&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\" data-product-id=\"rcpd75936\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" data-testid=\"product-picture-link\" class=\"w-100\"><picture class=\"\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"1080\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Wrap--Set-Foam-9f580f.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Wrap--Set-Foam-9f580f.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Wrap--Set-Foam-9f580f.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Wrap--Set-Foam-9f580f.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Wrap--Set-Foam-9f580f.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Wrap--Set-Foam-9f580f.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Wrap--Set-Foam-9f580f.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Wrap--Set-Foam-9f580f.png 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Wrap--Set-Foam-9f580f.png\" alt=\"C\u00e9cred Wrap &amp; Set Foam\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1080\"\/><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_accordion__Z2nEy styles_accordion__Z_3zC undefined styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion\" data-title=\"What to know\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button\" class=\"styles_accordion__content__09JIS styles_accordion__content__NO3i2 styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion__content\" role=\"region\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<p><strong>Size:<\/strong> <span><em>5.8 oz<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsContainer__bhblj\" data-testid=\"listicle-product__pros-cons-container\" data-activity-map=\"product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-wrap-&amp;-set-foam\">\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>What we like<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>Soft hold<\/li>\n<li>No residue<\/li>\n<li>Non-sticky<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"styles_inlineImage__FvnTh styles_small__gIJ9M\" id=\"anchor-8370b9\"><picture class=\"styles_image__i32F7\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1200\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mousse-2a2bae.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mousse-2a2bae.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mousse-2a2bae.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mousse-2a2bae.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mousse-2a2bae.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mousse-2a2bae.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mousse-2a2bae.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mousse-2a2bae.jpg 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-mousse-2a2bae.jpg\" alt=\"A close up of the braids (left), beside a close up of the braids when freshly undone (right).\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1200\"\/><\/picture><figcaption class=\"caption styles_caption__TCewG\" data-testid=\"caption\"><span class=\"caption__container\" data-testid=\"caption__container\">The Foam gives a lot of initial definition, which I usually add volume to by separating the braids until I achieve my desired look.<\/span><span class=\"caption__source\" data-testid=\"caption__source\">Courtesy Ashley Morris<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"anchor-138179\" class=\"body-graf\">I\u2019ve become something of an expert in braid-outs over the years, so I can say with authority that this foam is a solid addition to my arsenal. The foam leaves no residue or flakes once it dries down and has a soft finish (rather than hard and crusty). What I love most, though, is that the texture of the foam isn\u2019t overly sticky like others I\u2019ve tried, which makes it much easier to get through the braiding process without having to constantly hand wash after every step.<\/p>\n<p id=\"anchor-f80478\" class=\"body-graf\">However, the hold didn\u2019t last for 72 hours, in my experience. By the end of the day, some sections had lost their shape, and I had to rebraid them at night for the style to last for the next morning (with other foams or mousses, I can go without a re-braid for four or five days at a time).<\/p>\n<figure class=\"styles_inlineImage__FvnTh styles_medium__MEKii\" id=\"anchor-ce479d\"><picture class=\"styles_image__i32F7\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1200\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-foaming-mousse-99c8e8.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-560w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-foaming-mousse-99c8e8.jpg 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-foaming-mousse-99c8e8.jpg 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-foaming-mousse-99c8e8.jpg 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-760w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-07\/cecred-foaming-mousse-99c8e8.jpg\" alt=\"Results of a braidout using the Cecred Foaming Mousse on Day 1 vs Day 2.\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1200\"\/><\/picture><figcaption class=\"caption styles_caption__TCewG\" data-testid=\"caption\"><span class=\"caption__container\" data-testid=\"caption__container\">Although the braidout gets less defined over time, it still holds up in volume as the days go on (Day 1 vs Day 2).<\/span><span class=\"caption__source\" data-testid=\"caption__source\">Courtesy Ashley Morris<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"anchor-205f8d\">\n<div id=\"rcpd75937\" class=\"styles_product__lnrKX\" data-testid=\"article-product-unit\">\n<div class=\"listicleProduct dn-print  product__grid-container--small\" data-activity-map=\"listicle-product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-edge-brush\" data-testid=\"product-container\">\n<div class=\"product__grid-row\">\n<div class=\"product__border\">\n<div class=\"df flex-column items-stretch product__card-container flex-row-m\">\n<div class=\"product__pictureLink product__picture-link db-m dn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Fedge-brush-pimprod2057963&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\" data-product-id=\"rcpd75937\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" data-testid=\"product-picture-link\" class=\"w-100\"><picture class=\"\" data-testid=\"picture\" data-flavor=\"fit\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"1080\"><source media=\"(min-width: 1240px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Edge-Brush-026c3c.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Edge-Brush-026c3c.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Edge-Brush-026c3c.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-260w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Edge-Brush-026c3c.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 758px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Edge-Brush-026c3c.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-360w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Edge-Brush-026c3c.png 1x\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_avif,q_auto:eco,dpr_2\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Edge-Brush-026c3c.png 2x, https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Edge-Brush-026c3c.png 1x\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com\/image\/upload\/t_fit-320w,f_auto,q_auto:best\/rockcms\/2026-06\/DIFFBOT-CCRED-Edge-Brush-026c3c.png\" alt=\"C\u00e9cred Edge Brush\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1080\"\/><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles_accordion__Z2nEy styles_accordion__Z_3zC undefined styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion\" data-title=\"What to know\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button\" class=\"styles_accordion__content__09JIS styles_accordion__content__NO3i2 styles_closed__PAn2s\" data-testid=\"accordion__content\" role=\"region\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<p><strong>Size:<\/strong> <span><em>n\/a<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsContainer__bhblj\" data-testid=\"listicle-product__pros-cons-container\" data-activity-map=\"product-article-body-c\u00e9cred-edge-brush\">\n<div class=\"styles_prosConsChild__qnk7K\">\n<p>What we like<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styles_prosConsItems__rVNhO\">\n<li>Two sides<\/li>\n<li>Firm bristles<\/li>\n<li>Ergonomic shape<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"anchor-716225\" class=\"body-graf\">This dual-sided <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/how-to-clean-hair-brushes-and-combs-rcna258974\" target=\"_blank\">brush<\/a> includes nylon bristles on one side for smoothing edges and a fine-tooth comb on the other for parting, shaping or smoothing flyaways. The bristles were strong enough that they could slick down my edges (with the help of the gel) in one pass, and I like that the brush has a curved handle that\u2019s thicker than others I\u2019ve tried. The handle\u2019s shape made it much more comfortable to hold and maneuver.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/cecred-brand-review-rcna352211#anchor-0f0f6c\" id=\"anchor-0f0f6c\" class=\"scrollLink\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"body-heading\">What can improve<\/h2>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"anchor-f0b585\" class=\"body-graf\">Although I enjoyed most of what I tried, I have a few thoughts on what the brand can do better:<\/p>\n<ul id=\"anchor-334756\" class=\"break-above body-ul body-list-el\">\n<li><strong>Pricing<\/strong>: I grew up with a mother who consistently invested in our hair by purchasing higher-priced salon brands for at-home use, so I wasn\u2019t too shocked by C\u00e9cred\u2019s prices. However, the brand\u2019s price points are a bit on the higher side, ranging from $18 to $56 for a single, regular-sized product or tool, which for some consumers can be a barrier or at the very least a consideration before buying.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Applicators<\/strong>: Some products, like the Scalp Refreshing Spray and Wrap &amp; Set Foam, have applicators that are perfectly suited for their uses. Others, like the Fermented Rice &amp; Rose Protein Ritual and the Oil Ritual, need additional tools for the best application, in my experience (you can use your hands, but they may not get you the best results). For example, the Oil Ritual requires a separate bottle for warming, and a comb or nozzle topper for easy distribution around your head. Although the brand sells some of these tools separately (like the <a href=\"https:\/\/ncls1.com\/irk?o=nthd73&amp;s=515050&amp;subid=nbcnews.com&amp;bkd=cecred.com&amp;di=cecredbrandreviewrcna352211&amp;d=https%3A%2F%2Fcecred.com%2Fproducts%2Foil-warming-applicator\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-commerce-encoding=\"true\" data-seller-id=\"ncrg1311482\" data-seller-affiliate-encoded-url=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fcecred.com%2Fproducts%2Foil-warming-applicator&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\">Oil Warming Applicator<\/a>), they should be included at this price point.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/cecred-brand-review-rcna352211#anchor-4d5b60\" id=\"anchor-4d5b60\" class=\"scrollLink\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"body-heading\">How I tried C\u00e9cred<\/h2>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"anchor-ae934b\" class=\"body-graf\">After receiving these products from the brand, I tested most of these C\u00e9cred products over a period of two to three months, although I\u2019ve been using a few in my regular hair care routine for multiple months before writing this review. Here\u2019s what I kept in mind while testing:<\/p>\n<ul id=\"anchor-6b0a09\" class=\"break-above body-ul body-list-el\">\n<li><strong>Texture\/consistency<\/strong>: The texture and finish of a hair product is especially important to someone like me with fine, natural hair. I considered the slip, feel, and weight of each product, and how it felt on my hair and hands both during and after application. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Versatility<\/strong>: I kept in mind how well the products could be used across different styles, situations and hair types. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Packaging<\/strong>: I noted any issues or barriers to easy use posed by the packaging, or any ways in which the packaging made using the product faster or more efficient.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Results<\/strong>: Of course, I was sure to consider how well each product lived up to its claims and whether or not I had any noticeable changes to my hair during or after using them. I was also on the lookout for how well the results held up in different environments and during my normal activities, like during workouts at the gym, eight-hour work days, humid summer nights out and even a day spent at the beach. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/cecred-brand-review-rcna352211#anchor-41d296\" id=\"anchor-41d296\" class=\"scrollLink\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"body-heading\">What is C\u00e9cred?<\/h2>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"anchor-172e33\" class=\"body-graf\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ncls1.com\/irk?o=nthd73&amp;s=515050&amp;subid=nbcnews.com&amp;bkd=cecred.com&amp;di=cecredbrandreviewrcna352211&amp;d=https%3A%2F%2Fcecred.com%2Fpages%2Four-story\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-commerce-encoding=\"true\" data-seller-id=\"ncrg1311482\" data-seller-affiliate-encoded-url=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fcecred.com%2Fpages%2Four-story&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\">C\u00e9cred<\/a> began in 2024 as a hair care line for \u201call types and textures,\u201d whether straight, curly, coily, wavy or more. The initial launch featured the release of <a href=\"https:\/\/ncls1.com\/irk?o=nthd73&amp;s=515050&amp;subid=nbcnews.com&amp;bkd=cecred.com&amp;di=cecredbrandreviewrcna352211&amp;d=https%3A%2F%2Fcecred.com%2Fcollections%2Fthe-foundation-collection\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-commerce-encoding=\"true\" data-seller-id=\"ncrg1311482\" data-seller-affiliate-encoded-url=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fcecred.com%2Fcollections%2Fthe-foundation-collection&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\">the Foundation Collection<\/a>, which (along with its celebrity founder) helped propel the brand\u2019s virality with the popularity of products like the Edge Restoring Drops. The brand followed up with <a href=\"https:\/\/ncls1.com\/irk?o=nthd73&amp;s=515050&amp;subid=nbcnews.com&amp;bkd=cecred.com&amp;di=cecredbrandreviewrcna352211&amp;d=https%3A%2F%2Fcecred.com%2Fcollections%2Fthe-protection-collection\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-commerce-encoding=\"true\" data-seller-id=\"ncrg1311482\" data-seller-affiliate-encoded-url=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fcecred.com%2Fcollections%2Fthe-protection-collection&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\">the Protection Collection<\/a> in summer 2025, and the latest release, <a href=\"https:\/\/ncls1.com\/irk?o=nthd73&amp;s=515050&amp;subid=nbcnews.com&amp;bkd=cecred.com&amp;di=cecredbrandreviewrcna352211&amp;d=https%3A%2F%2Fcecred.com%2Fcollections%2Fstyling-collection\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-commerce-encoding=\"true\" data-seller-id=\"ncrg1311482\" data-seller-affiliate-encoded-url=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?xs=1&amp;id=96128X1608993&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fcecred.com%2Fcollections%2Fstyling-collection&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbcnews.com%2Fselect%2Fshopping%2Fcecredbrandreviewrcna352211\">the Styling Collection<\/a>, just launched this past March.<\/p>\n<p id=\"anchor-65fa67\" class=\"body-graf\">Much of the brand\u2019s technology focuses on replacing lost protein in your hair strands, using bioactive keratin, honest and lactobacillus ferment as the three key ingredients. The bioactive keratin, which is naturally-derived from wool protein, mimics keratin in hair for added protein, while the honey acts as a hydrating humectant and helps activate the prebiotic properties of the lactobacillus ferment for a healthy scalp biome, according to the brand.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/cecred-brand-review-rcna352211#anchor-2f4182\" id=\"anchor-2f4182\" class=\"scrollLink\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"body-heading\">Who is C\u00e9cred for?<\/h2>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"anchor-d322d3\" class=\"body-graf\">In a word: anyone. One of the brand\u2019s strengths is its versatility: the products are formulated to work well for all hair types and textures. Even if you\u2019re not dealing with issues like brittle strands, dryness or itchiness, Cecred\u2019s products are great for just regular maintenance of a healthy head of hair. However, if you do have any of the above struggles, it works especially well. The Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner, along with the Oil Ritual and Moisturizing Deep Conditioner, are all great for treating damaged hair, and have all been game-changers in my own hair\u2019s levels of hydration and strength.<\/p>\n<p id=\"anchor-12d4a7\" class=\"body-graf\">You can probably find comparable versions of products like the Strong Hold Gel and the Wrap &amp; Set Foam from other brands at lower prices. For example, I love <a href=\"https:\/\/ulta.ztk5.net\/15nWLa?subId1=cecredbrandreviewrcna352211&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Fpomegranate-honey-curl-defining-mousse-with-hold-pimprod2036265\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-commerce-encoding=\"true\" data-seller-id=\"ncrg1009931\" data-seller-affiliate-encoded-url=\"https:\/\/ulta.ztk5.net\/15nWLa?subId1=cecredbrandreviewrcna352211&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ulta.com%2Fp%2Fpomegranate-honey-curl-defining-mousse-with-hold-pimprod2036265\">Mielle\u2019s Pomegranate and Honey Curl Defining Mousse<\/a> ($10.99) and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Got2b-Glued-Blasting-Freeze-Spray\/dp\/B0009VQ8X8\/?tag=cecredbrandreviewrcna352211-20\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-commerce-encoding=\"true\" data-seller-id=\"ncrg916911\" data-seller-affiliate-encoded-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Got2b-Glued-Blasting-Freeze-Spray\/dp\/B0009VQ8X8\/?tag=cecredbrandreviewrcna352211-20\">Got 2B\u2019s Glue Blasting Freeze Spray<\/a> ($7.99).  However, the brand\u2019s reparative products from the Foundation and Protection collections are definite standouts based on the results they\u2019ve given me. <\/p>\n<p id=\"anchor-bd2e74\" class=\"body-graf\">Bottom line: it\u2019s definitely worth the price, and if you\u2019re considering trying it, my advice is to go for it full steam ahead.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/cecred-brand-review-rcna352211#anchor-0e22cf\" id=\"anchor-0e22cf\" class=\"scrollLink\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"body-heading\">Why trust NBC Selected?<\/h2>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"anchor-3e412e\" class=\"body-graf\">I am an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/author\/ashley-morris-ncpn1307140\" target=\"_blank\">associate SEO reporter<\/a> for NBC Selected covering skin care, hair care, wellness and more, including stories on the best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-natural-hair-products-rcna249475\" target=\"_blank\">styling products for natural hair<\/a>, the best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-braiding-hair-rcna342702\" target=\"_blank\">braiding hair<\/a> and the best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/shopping\/best-korean-hair-care-rcna344094\" target=\"_blank\">Korean hair care products<\/a>. For this story, I tried 16 C\u00e9cred products over the course of two months and broke down her thoughts on whether or not the brand is worth the price tag.<\/p>\n<section id=\"anchor-35c11c\" class=\"embed-widget embedWidget embed-widget--medium\" data-testid=\"embed-widget\"\/>\n<p id=\"anchor-cdc7c2\" class=\"endmark body-graf\"><em><strong>Catch up on NBC Selected\u2019s in-depth coverage of <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/tech-tools\" target=\"_blank\"><em><strong>tech and tools<\/strong><\/em><\/a><em><strong>, <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/select\/wellness\" target=\"_blank\"><em><strong>wellness<\/strong><\/em><\/a><em><strong> and more, and follow us on <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/NBCSelect\" target=\"_blank\"><em><strong>Facebook<\/strong><\/em><\/a><em><strong>, <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/nbcselect\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em><strong>Instagram<\/strong><\/em><\/a><em><strong>, <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/nbcselect\" target=\"_blank\"><em><strong>Twitter<\/strong><\/em><\/a><em><strong> and <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@nbcselect\" target=\"_blank\"><em><strong>TikTok<\/strong><\/em><\/a><em><strong> to stay up to date.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><script async src=\"\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><script async=\"async\" data-cfasync=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/pl30214220.effectivecpmnetwork.com\/9ab3d4df8a7e1a6171e16ddbf732cc19\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<div id=\"container-9ab3d4df8a7e1a6171e16ddbf732cc19\"><\/div>\r\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By now, you\u2019ve probably heard of Beyonc\u00e9\u2019s viral hair care brain child, C\u00e9cred. 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