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They can magically transform the dullest, flattest of hair and tame the wildest curls.
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Avoid drying sulfates and most alcohols (save cetearyl, cetyl, and stearyl).
If you are opting for a perfect at-home blow-out, just see to it to apply aheat protectantfirst.
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Bonus points, per the experts:This oil checks off the hydration and soothing boxes fornatural hair.
Just so you know:A little goes a long way.
Be conservative with how many drops of the oil you use, or it might run.
Overall, excellent hair and scalp oil.
Testers rave about how this Kerastase oil makes their hair glossy but not greasy.
Its a versatile treatment; you’re able to use it before shampooing as a detangler.
And if your hair feels dry, use a pump to soften hair and add a little bounce.
I was nervous that the oil would slick my hair to my face.
The oil feels lightweight and manageable while leaving my hair shinier and more frizz-free than before.
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Its also free of sulfates, which may dry out hair.
One tester said:I love this new, wavy bottle.
They are defined and have just the right amount of volume.
My hair still feels like hairlight and softbut maintains its style and shine.
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Bonus points, per the experts:This product istalc-free, which our dermsrecommendyou look for.
Just so you know:This dry shampoo contains alcohols and sulfates, which may be drying for some.
One tester said:This dry shampoo from MATRIX is easily one of the best products I’ve tested!
I love everything about it, from the fresh smell to the bright turquoise packaging.
Will definitely buy this when it’s gone!
The cream did not disappoint.
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One tester said:I really enjoy this.
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Just so you know:This product contains alcohol, which can be drying.
One tester said:Oh, dear goodness, this is an excellent product.
It smells perfectly subtly sweet and its a delight to apply.
And this lasts for days without you having to worry about your hair losing its luster.
Violet pigments are deposited onto strands, neutralizing brassiness for cooler, brighter highlights.
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Plus, testers note that it smells greata mix of floral orange blossom and geranium.
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One tester said:Lovethis mask!
Feels thick upon system; perfect for moisturizing your hair from root to tip!
The mask smellsamazingand lingers enough to get a few compliments throughout the day.
My hair feels so moisturized and my curls are perfectly defined and not frizzy after use.
Excellent for a washngo look or for giving your curls some extra TLC.
The easy-use pump top earned it points as well as the serums ability to be used to reinvigorate curls.
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Just so you know:The serum is formulated with fragrance, which can irritate some.
One tester said:Really enjoyed this product.
It was super lightweight and held and defined my curls, which is what I am always looking for.
This year, its their hairspray thats the standout.
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Just so you know:Itishairspray, so it contains alcohol and fragrance.
If you have exceedingly dry hair, consider using a different style-setting product.
One tester said:Great packaging: a big blue bottle of hairspray.
It has a light, sweet scent.
Flexible hairspray: It is a winner.
Testers called the styler fabulous for the way its large ceramic plates sped up the straightening process.
Its contoured plates have a rounded design, which even helped judges soften their hair into waves and curls.
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They recommend ceramic models like this one for anyone with damaged, fine, or medium hair.
One tester said:I love this straightener.
It’s one of the best I’ve ever used.
It played with different techniques and loved the beach wave I was able to make with it.
The wave softened throughout the day, leaving a chill wave that looked effortless.
Its titanium barrel and adjustable temperature gave users control of their styling.
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I recommend this for travel and getting ready on the go.
One tester said:I’m so in love with this hair tool.
It’s been theonlyhair tool I’ve used that actually makes my hairstyle last.
Curling irons and wands do not usually work on my hair.
They’ll make a beautiful curl that lasts about five minutes before falling.
My waves lasted 5 days.
Beautiful product, highly recommend!!
The wand has silicone strips that line its sides, gently gripping hair in place while styling.
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One tester said:I loved this wand!
The wand heats up super quickly and is extremely high-end feeling, for starters.
And then the shapeI loved what it did to my hair!
Its also simple to clean with a quick rinse under the faucet and wipe of a paper towel.
One tester said:Great brush for detangling fast!
The brush feels smooth on your hair and doesnt lead to too much shedding.
It has a nice smooth texture and is very easy to clean.
It is packaged well, too, for storage and travel.
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Crown Affair Brush No.
One tester said:Love this brush!
It makes me look forward to brushing my hair.
It’s sturdy and smooth in your hands and has a nice shape.
It worked on both wet and dry hair, and never made my dry hair staticky or frizzy.
Though it says it’s for detangling, it’s a great overall brush made of high-quality materials.
They were pleased with its detangling capabilities, and it could be easily used on dry hair as well.
One tester said:This is perfect for people with coils like myself.
Also it was a great tool for detangling my curls.
The dryer has three temperature tweaks, two speed tweaks, as well as a cool-shot button.
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One tester said:I loved this dryer!
I like the simple, sleek design and the small size because I can travel anywhere with it.
It also feels very professional-grade.
The only thing I didn’t like about it was the noise.
I figured that the small size would end up creating less noise, but that wasn’t the case.
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Im definitely going to keep reaching for this and practicing.
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One tester said:Wow, I’m extremely into this product!
That’s a little too long for me!
But the moisture is worth it overall.
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It also hascetearyl alcohol, an alcohol that actually moisturizes.
Just so you know:This product contains fragrance, which may be irritating to some.
One tester said:I loved this product!
It’s hydrating, not sticky or gel-y whatsoever, and it let my curls air dry really nicely.
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I have long, damaged hair and I could really tell the difference once I started using it.
They loved that the product absorbed quickly, leaving flyaway-free strands that felt noticeably more hydrated and healthy.
Nicely, all of Oribes products are made without drying sulfates.
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It also hascetyl alcohol, which smooths and softens hair.
One tester said:I loved this styling cream!
My hair felt so soft, so smooth, so healthy, and voluminous.
I tried this product before drying my curls with a diffuser.
I loved this styling cream and would definitely highly recommend it.
They also praised the sprays ability to create individual waves and curls without weighing down their hair.
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Just so you know:This product contains fragrance, which can be irritating to some.
I’d spray this in, then scrunch my hair, then let it air dry, andvoila!
Bouncy, loose, separate curls that look totally put together with very little effort.
Will absolutely be adding this into my regular rotation.
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One tester said:Curl Enhancing Spray is light and smells great!
The spray also moisturizes hair and keeps it frizz-free the second it touches your strands.
I love using the spray for quick touch-ups or for updos as well.
I would recommend using the curl-enhancing spray with a leave-in conditioner for extra hold.
Testers say after using it, their hair was pleasantly hydrated and knot-free.
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And as far as detangling goes, there is nary a knot in sighteven when I forgo the brush.
Since the formula is so light, it encourages my natural waves to come out without frizz.
I’ll sing the praises of this spray ‘til the cows come home.
For those times, testers were happy to have this Harry Josh round styling brush on hand.
They loved its grippy ergonomic handle and how its magnesium-coated ceramic barrel heated quickly, speeding up drying time.
Plus, the bottom of the brush includes and neatly stores an easily detachable hair pick.
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One tester said:These brushes are great.
They come in four sizes ranging from one to two inches in diameter.
It comes with a detachable hair-sectioning pickcleverly tucked away into the end of the handle.
Overall, Im really happy with how these brushes help give me sleek, smooth, and voluminous locks.
As a bonus, the massaging of the scrub was like a little self-care act all on its own.
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One tester said:I was immediately drawn to the packaging of the Coco & Eve scalp scrub.
Its a bright pink and green bottle that gives your shower some serious vacation vibes.
It has a gel-like consistency with small grains.
I really enjoyed using it and noticed less product build-up and winter dandruff afterwards.
Testers loved the gels cooling properties and its sleek, minimal tube.
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One tester said:This is by far the best scalp product I have ever used.
In just one use, my scalp felt brand new.
The peppermint oil gives it a tingly cooling sensation and the salicylic acid helps exfoliate dead skin.
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One tester said:I definitely can see the results of me consistently using this product.
I loved the nozzle cap that made tool super simple.
I could just twist the top and gently squeeze the tube and apply to my edges.
I mainly use the product before going to bed and I massage it into my scalp.
