I've been washing makeup brushes for over 50 years, and Zote works better than ++
Redken Acidic Bonding and K18 for me. Silk bonnet, wet brush, OGX coconut oil+
Same kind of hair. Here are some faves along with a surprise one for me. 1. The Doux Def Foam++
If you want perfection, you will need to go the curling iron route. But I would try the brush+++