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Every great hair day starts with your good old friends shampoo and conditioner.
Jingyu Lin. Wardrobe styling by Kat Thomas. Prop styling by Nicole Louie at Apostrophe. On model: Towel by Dusen Dusen.
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Hers Full Volume Shampoo
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Looking to add a little oomph?
This option from Hers is a game-changer.
Ingredients like biotin andrice waterhelp lift hair from the root for instant body and bounce.
One tester said:I really love this product.
You only need a little bit to get a good lather.
One tester said:Ive been working out a lot and usually need to wash my hair more frequently.
But with this shampoo, I havent needed toone wash lasts a week.
One tester said:Detangling is a dream with this shampoo.
My fingers were able to glide through each strand!
One tester said:I was a total newcomer to Olaplex before testing this.
Bonus points, per the experts:Salicylic acid gently exfoliates the scalp without drying it out.
One tester said:The shampoo smells greatcalming yet energizing.
It lathered really well in my hair, ensuring it felt clean without stripping or drying.
One tester said:This shampoo is wonderful.
I love the scent, and it made my hair feel silky, strong, and healthy.
Im a big fan!
One tester said:I love the way my hair looks and feels!
Its shinier and essentially frizz-free!
Necessaire
The Shampoo
Our testers with dry scalps loved this simple, no-frills option from Necessaire.
One tester said:My hair and scalp felt clean and moisturized after using this shampoo.
It seems to have helped with my dandruff too.
Im going to keep using it for sure.
(No pun intended.)
It also had an amazing lather, which is something I really look for in a shampoo.
In this case, youre certainly not sacrificing quality for convenience.
Its compact size makes it perfect for small spaces, quick showers, and weekend getaways alike.
One tester said:I have very coily-kinky pop in 4c hair that can bereallydry.
However, it felt extremely moisturized the minute I rinsed out this product.
Go buy it now.
One tester said:Dare I say this is one of the best conditioners Ive ever used?
My hair felt bouncier and more voluminous than it usually does, especially when I let it air dry.
Alterna Haircare My Hair.
Its vegan, silicone-free, and smells candy-sweet too.
One tester said:This is greatlightweight but super moisturizing.
It leaves my hair so soft and manageable, and it definitely delivered on its promises.
Its especially good for people looking to bring some life into dehydrated, color-treated, or brittle hair.
Just so you know:Many alcohols can be drying and strip your hair of moisture.
The packaging also felt elevated, or fancier than I remembered.
I really like this product!
The Conditioner
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Necessaires conditioner detangles and softens hair for an immediately hydrating result.
Bonus points, per the experts:Avocado oil gently hydrates hair and scalp.
One tester said:Its 10/10 for me.
Curly-haired folks especially appreciated how well it tamed flyaways and frizz.
One tester said:This Mielle product is one of my favorites.
(That said, jojoba oil may weigh down looser curls, so use with caution!)
