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If youve been searching for something (anything!)
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totame your frizzand undo years of damage, you might look to a hair gloss treatment for healthier hair.
Yep, even for folks with dry, split ends or super-curly hair.
In other words, is a hair gloss treatment for healthier hair even a thing?
We asked experts (including dermatologists) what these hair products can and cant do.
What does a hair gloss do, exactly?
Think of it as a top coat, like when you get your nails done, Ruiz says.
So will it actually make your hair healthier?
A gloss can definitely make hairlooksilkier.
Dont be discouraged though.
At baseline, our hair is on the acidic side, Dr. Zubritksy explains.
So you might be looking at a bit more upkeep.
How do you use a hair gloss treatment?
First, youll want to decide between doing it yourself and hitting up a pro.
But there are tons of great, at-home options available at most beauty retailers and drugstores too.
Ruiz shared a few of her personal favorites below.
With all this in mind, though, its important to set realistic expectations, Dr. Zubritsky says.
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