It’s hard to talk about hair-care routine basics in broad strokes when there’s such a variety of lengths, density, and texture that one could possibly have. “Understanding your hair’s unique needs is the first step to a healthy routine,” pro hair stylist Isaac Davidson tells Vogue. Of course, those essentials aren’t the same hair-care products and formulas for everyone—what works for straight hair won’t satisfy coils, and vice versa. What matters most is identifying which categories form the backbone of your regimen, then tailoring each to your unique texture and lifestyle.

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