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Curly and coily baby hair benefits from a gentle cleanser that does not leave a heavy residue. These options range from curl-focused formulas to mild wash-and-shampoo products for families that prefer a simpler routine.
| # | Product | Price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baby Dove Textured Hair Care Baby Shampoo | $8–$13 | Amazon · eBay |
| 2 | Aveeno Kids Curly & Coily Hair Shampoo | $8–$15 | Amazon · eBay |
| 3 | Cantu Care for Kids Nourishing Shampoo | $7–$12 | Amazon · eBay |
| 4 | SheaMoisture Baby Wash & Shampoo Virgin Coconut Oil | $7–$10 | Amazon · eBay |
| 5 | Aussie Kids Shampoo for Curly Hair | $12–$18 | Amazon · eBay |
| 6 | Fairy Tales Curly-Q Kids Hydrating Shampoo | $9–$15 | Amazon · eBay |
| 7 | SoCozy Kids Ultra-Hydrating Curl Shampoo | $6–$12 | Amazon · eBay |
| 8 | Johnson’s Curl Defining Kids’ Shampoo | $6–$12 | Amazon · eBay |
| 9 | Curly Kids Super Detangling Shampoo | $8–$15 | Amazon · eBay |
| 10 | Suave Kids Naturals Moisturizing Curl Shampoo | $8–$13 | Amazon · eBay |
The picks, in detail
Baby Dove Textured Hair Care Baby Shampoo
A tear-free 13-ounce shampoo made specifically for baby curls and textured hair.
- 13 fl oz
- tear-free formula
- curl-focused
- easy to find
- fragranced
Aveeno Kids Curly & Coily Hair Shampoo
A 12-ounce kids shampoo with oat extract and shea butter for curls and coils.
- 12 fl oz
- oat extract
- curl and coil formula
- hypoallergenic
- availability varies
Cantu Care for Kids Nourishing Shampoo
A tear-free cleanser with shea butter, coconut oil and honey for textured kids hair.
- 8 fl oz
- tear-free
- textured-hair focus
- gentle cleanser
- small bottle
SheaMoisture Baby Wash & Shampoo Virgin Coconut Oil
A 13-ounce wash-and-shampoo option with virgin coconut oil, sweet pea and murumuru.
- 13 fl oz
- wash and shampoo
- multi-use
- generous bottle
- not curl-specific
Aussie Kids Shampoo for Curly Hair
A 16-ounce sulfate-free shampoo aimed at kids with curly hair.
- 16 fl oz
- sulfate-free
- large bottle
- curl-specific
- stronger scent than fragrance-free choices
Fairy Tales Curly-Q Kids Hydrating Shampoo
A 12-ounce hydrating shampoo from Fairy Tales’ Curly-Q range.
- 12 fl oz
- hydrating formula
- made for curls
- family-size bottle
- price varies by seller
SoCozy Kids Ultra-Hydrating Curl Shampoo
A 10.5-ounce curl shampoo with olive oil and keratin.
- 10.5 oz
- olive oil and keratin
- curl-focused
- compact bottle
- smaller size
Johnson’s Curl Defining Kids’ Shampoo
A curl-defining shampoo sold in a 13.6-ounce kids formula.
- 13.6 fl oz
- curl-defining
- widely available
- simple routine
- not marketed for infants
Curly Kids Super Detangling Shampoo
An 8-ounce shampoo intended for gentle cleansing and detangling of curly kids hair.
- 8 fl oz
- detangling focus
- helps simplify wash day
- curl-specific
- small bottle
Suave Kids Naturals Moisturizing Curl Shampoo
A 16.5-ounce curl shampoo with sweet almond and honey.
- 16.5 oz
- sweet almond and honey
- large bottle
- curl-focused
- scented
Buying tips
- Use lukewarm water and rinse thoroughly around the scalp.
- Choose a formula by age and read the label before first use.
- Follow with a detangler or conditioner only when the hair needs it.
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