I do a hard core protein followed by deep moisturizing conditioner. If my budget allows, I do the following: wash with nexxus therapee, treat with nexxus emergencee, followed by nexxus humectress with plastic cap for at least 30 minutes for a deep moisturizing conditioner. If no money then: creme of nature shampoo, aphogee protein, any cholesteral moisturizing conditioner for 30 minutes.