Humidity, sun, and chlorine take a toll on curls and coils every summer, and Design Essentials‘ African Chébé Collection is built to fight back.
The African Chebé Collection is a five-piece line — pre-wash treatment, shampoo, leave-in conditioner, styling crème, and mousse — covers the full routine of treating, cleansing, conditioning, and styling in one system. It’s formulated for curly and coily textures, medium-to-coarse curls, and color-treated, dryness-prone hair, with a clean formula free from parabens, silicones, and petrolatum.
The Hero Ingredient
The collection centers on Chébé, a traditional Chadian strengthening ingredient sourced directly from Chad. Chébé defends against breakage and moisture loss while supporting length retention, giving curls and coils the resilience they need to get through a full summer of heat, sun, and chlorine exposure.
The Lineup
African Chébé Anti-Breakage Moisture Retention Shampoo
African Chébé Anti-Breakage Moisture Retention Shampoo ($12.99) cleanses gently without stripping natural oils, protecting against breakage while keeping hair soft, strong, and hydrated.
African Chébé Herbal Pre-Wash Intense Repair Masque
African Chébé Herbal Pre-Wash Intense Repair Masque ($16.99) lifts the cuticle and delivers essential nutrients to prep hair for a cleaner, gentler wash.
African Chébé Anti-Breakage Moisturizing Leave-In Conditioner
African Chébé Anti-Breakage Moisturizing Leave-In Conditioner ($13.99) replenishes moisture deep into the hair cuticle and deposits hair-strengthening fibers to fortify strands and reduce breakage.
African Chébé Braid & Twist-Out Strengthening Crème
African Chébé Braid & Twist-Out Strengthening Crème ($16.99) locks in moisture with fiber-strengthening Chébé for soft, stretched braid or twist-outs with lasting hold.
African Chébé Strengthening & Curl Perfecting Mousse
African Chébé Strengthening & Curl Perfecting Mousse ($16.99) defines and strengthens in one step, delivering an airy foam that keeps curls soft, shiny, and full of life.
The Give-Back
Design Essentials partners with the Basara Tribe in Chad, with proceeds from every purchase helping fund freshwater access for the community — turning each product purchase into direct impact.
The African Chébé Collection is available now at DesignEssentials.com, Target.com, Walmart.com, SallyBeauty.com, and in-store at select retailers nationwide. Are you adding to cart?
