19. "both those conditioners have protein, " In response to In response to 16
try to find something specifically for dry hair that moisturizes. That could be why your hair is still a bit dry.
I would suggest the coconut oil pre-wash and then a moisturizing shampoo (ouidad oil cleanser shampoo is great but pricey) and then a deep conditioner (that shea moisture one is good but I really love Neutrogena Daily Deep Triple Moisture one and it's CHEAP).