I don't know my hair anymore!!!
 

For the past few months I've been doing alot of protective styling. Chunky braids, afro twists and half wigs. My hair has apparently loved it and has grown tremendously. The only issue is though, is that now that I'm ready to rock my curls it doesn't want to cooperate. I would really appreciate some suggestions of CHEAP hair products preferably butters, pudding or custards that I can look into.

Also it's been really hot here. Is there something I need to be doing different with my hair, maybe frizz- free products.