Keepin Curly Hair in Check

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The thread in the Rush forum got me thinking...

All you curly headed GCers, what do you use/do to you hair to keep it in check and under control when it's curly or straight? we all read about crap in magazines, but what really works for you?

I use:
Sebastian Potion 9 leave in conditioner (especially good for swimming or the beach b/c it protects your hair)

a wide tooth comb in the shower (not after)

Frizz ease gel (though I'm not in love with it)

and frizz ease Secret Weapon styling creme (This I cannot live without!!!!!)

and I always air dry when I curl (even though it takes 5 hours!)

I use the same product when I straighten (except I use a big round brush, a paddle brush, an 1875 heat blow dryer, and a flat iron)

although now I am looking into getting a Chi iron....any other ideas for our wonderful locks?