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Cesar Buitrago. Prop styling by Amy Elise Wilson at Laird and Co.
This serum helps walk back some of that damage, making your hair feel softer and appear thicker.
The scent is delightful too.
One tester said:This is a fantastic leave-in conditioner, and it has become my go-to styling product.
It defines my curls and provides a fantastic hold while simultaneously keeping my hair soft.
One tester said:This left my hair supersoft with zero knots.
It also didnt make my hair oily but did leave it looking very shiny.
Olaplex
No.
This multitasker adds volume and prevents heat damage so your hair will look and feel softer post-styling.
One tester said:This is hands down my new favorite product for hair-styling days.
After using this mousse, my hair was voluminous, healthy, and softnot sticky or crunchy at all.
My hair looked AMAZING after using this and my curls actually held up!
Bonus points, per the experts:Shea and cocoa butter make dry hair happy.
One tester said:This is an amazing product for wavy hair!
Testers found its brush applicator easy to use and loved the dry shampoos subtle, minty scent.
Bonus points, per the experts:Soothing ingredients like allantoin and centella asiatica extracts can prevent scalp irritation.
This was a winner.
It has a nice texture and doesnt leave my roots too white or powdery-looking.
Yes, c’mon.
This one provides hairspray-level hold while protecting your hair from getting scorched by curling or flat irons.
One tester said:I love how lightweight this spray is; my roots were extra voluminous after styling.
It also smells amazinglike an orange creamsicle.
Ill be grabbing this whenever I blow-dry, straighten, curl, or crimp my hair from now on!
Bonus points, per the experts:The hydrolyzed wheat protein in this formula also gives curls definition.
One tester said:I love the texture of this cream-gel hybrid.
And you cant beat the price: At $10 a bottle, it wont break the bank.
One tester said:My curls really pop when I use this cream.
They are clumping beautifully and are bouncy and light.
It holds up great after wash day and easily refreshes as needed with a bit of water.
Eva NYC
H2-Whoa!
After three applications of this, I noticed a difference in my shedding.
Bonus points, per the experts:Ingredients like glycerin and hyaluronic acid help moisturize your scalp.
One tester said:Yes, yes, yes, yes.
This serum is such a treat.
Since using this, I dont deal with creeping itchiness between hair washes.
Its quick-absorbing, not at all greasy, and wonderfully cooling.
Oh, and it smells lovely.
Bumble and bumble
Bb.
One tester said:This is the best product if you gotta give your hair some oomph.
I use this about two times a week to get rid of product buildup.
After massaging it into my scalp and letting it sit for a few minutes, I rinse it out.
It makes my hair feel creamy and soft.
Use it to work shampoo into your roots for a deeper clean or to evenly disperse conditioner.
The cute, easy-to-grip flower shape and light yellow color will instantly brighten up your shower too.
One tester said:This is an awesome and simple little scrubber.
The teeth have just enough give to be gentle while still getting the job done.
The minimal design makes it super easy to clean with no nooks or crannies to worry about.
But this rose-colored, checkered-print one from Kitsch is prettyandpractical.
Its large enough to contain longer hair and light enough to stay put on top of your head.
One tester said:Who knew something so simple could make such a big change to wash day?
One tester said:These scrunchies feel extra-special and they totally stay in place despite being silk.
Theyre a lovely, affordable luxury.
One tester said:Absolutely loved these!
This is the first one I have ever had that can get the job done.
Bonus: It automatically shuts off when its held too close to your hair to prevent overheating.
T3
AireBrush
Why we love it:Havent mastered the art of blow-drying with a round brush?
No worriesyou can use this dryer-brush-styler combo instead.
It leaves hair looking super shiny and its intuitive to use, so you wont end up with creases.
One tester said:This straightener slides through my hair so smoothly.
One tester said:This heats up quickly and has multiple temperature configs.
I like the size of the barrel and that I can flatiron my hair in less than two minutes.
It curls quickly too, and the curls last all day.
I have curly hair and it doesnt take very long to blow-dry my hair using this.
I am incredibly pleased with the results and even more excited that its compact enough to travel with!
The whole process took about 20 minutes.
I havethickhairlike, Ive snapped many combs in my lifeand it got through my natural curls with ease.
This one will be a bathroom staple!
