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1. Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo stops the flaky mess, once and for all so you don't have to worry about your beautiful noggin looking like a snow globe. (It sounds fun in theory.)
It's got over 61,000 5-star reviews, and works for more than just dandruff.
Promising review: "This stuff is absolutely amazing. I was one step away from going to the dermatologist. I had severe dandruff that was so bad I could shake my head and it would come off. With just a few uses per week, I got rid of all of my flakes. My scalp also stopped burning from dryness. My hair has never been healthier." —Moo Moo
Get it from Amazon for $15.47.
2. SoCozy Curl Spray Leave-In Conditioner is made for kids (and grownups) with curly hair and tender heads gives you some picturesque results thanks to its hydrating and detangling formula of vitamin B5, jojoba oil, keratin, and more.
Promising review: "My granddaughters have long curly hair, and this is the first product that actually worked at getting the tangles out! Their hair was soft and no tears were shed while combing through… which to me is most important! The smell is nice, not overwhelming… over all this is just a great product and I will definitely be buying again!" —Danielle Bustamante
Get it from Amazon for $9.69.
3. Verb Ghost Oil makes quick work of taming frizz and flyaways. This is THE BEST hair oil if you have coarse, thick hair like me. Reviewers with hair textures up to 4c rave about it! It'll make your hair look sleeker *and* feel softer.
I got turned onto this stuff after some colleagues put it in stories and after trying just about every hair oil out there, I can assure that this is the good stuff. It's great for finishing off your look after heat styling (like with a curling iron or straightener) or helping your hair calm down post-blow-drying. I always keep a bottle in my medicine cabinet!
Promising review: "I have 4c hair and this is AMAZING. At first I thought this would do nothing for my hair since Verb caters to looser hair textures but this product is lightweight and a little goes a LONGGGG way. I’ve used several pumps of this and the bottle still looks like I’ve barely used any of it! Amazing product for detangling, softening, and adding moisture to your hair." —Brit
Get it from Amazon for $20 (sulfate-, gluten-, and paraben-free).
4. Olaplex Hair Perfector No 3 transforms damaged hair for a touchable, visible difference when you leave it on for at least 10 minutes because it helps relink broken bonds. There's a reason this stuff sounds familiar.
BTW, it's vegan, paraben-free, and sulfate-free. Use this *before* shampoo and conditioner.
Promising review: "Wow. I wish I would have taken a 'before' picture. I had severely brittle, bleached hair and terrible split ends. After using this once (kept in hair for about four hours), my hair was noticeably softer, less straw-like at the tips, and my split ends have disappeared. It seems like the Olaplex bonded them together. I heard that every time you use this, your hair just keeps getting better and healthier, and I'm looking forward to it. I plan to use once a week." —ecyphers
Get it from Amazon for $30 (cruelty-free).
Read our full review of Olaplex No. 3 for all the deets!
5. And Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil has more than 33,000 5-star reviews and some very glam reviewer pics to reinforce that praise. This weightless styling oil not only adds shine and pumps up your color's vibrancy — it also adds heat protection for up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
Promising review: "This is one of my holy grail products for a blowout. My hair is going on week two and still has shine and bounce." —Brianawit1N
Get it from Amazon for $30 (cruelty-free).
6. Elizavecca Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment goes on like a hair mask, except it'll give you even more dramatic results thanks to Ceramide 3 and collagen. Any time I use it, my hair looks and feels so much healthier, and is more easily styled.
Promising review: "As soon as I put it on my hair it was amazing! It practically detangles itself. Will buy again. ♡" —bibi
Get it from Amazon for $8.80.
Read our review of Elizavecca CER-100 Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment to learn more about why one former BuzzFeeder calls it, "the miracle product I've been searching for."
7. Living proof Full Dry Volume & Texture Spray *gently* amps up the volume when your locks could use a pick-me-up. No more crunchy roots from hairspray.
Promising review: "My hair is flat and lifeless in the winter and this is the first thing that’s actually fixed that. I just use a little on wash days once my hair is dry and I have volume for days. Love it so much!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $35 (silicone-, phthalate-, sulfate-, paraben-, and formaldehyde-free).
8. Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray works to stave off frizz and give you a glass-like sheen thanks to its anti-humidity powers. Even in the nastiest of weather.
Promising review (for pic on the left): "LOVE this product sooooo much! I’m obsessed! I am of mixed race and have very curly frizzy hair naturally. Even with relaxer my hair has always had dry looking frizzy ends. I have tried so many different products but nothing else compares. Best by far!" —Amazon Customer
Promising review (for pic on the right): "I NEEDED to try this product after all the positive hype. It certainly did live up to my expectations. I went from balayage to a medium brown color with my hair. The bottom part of my hair was still very porous from the bleaching. After blow drying my hair where the blonde was it was never smooth. Not anymore! My hair is so smooth and healthy looking. I absolutely love this product and I highly recommend it. It has completely transformed my hair." —Lori
Get it from Amazon for $26.60 (sulfate-, gluten-, alcohol-, and paraben-free).
9. L’Oréal Paris Elvive 8 Second Wonder Water summons up a major dose of moisture in — like the name suggests — a mere eight seconds!
Promising review: "Bought this not expecting that it would work. I've been using products in and on my hair for years, both expensive and inexpensive. This is the best I've used, bar none! It smooths and takes away the tightness of the curls. Will buy it again and again!" —Judith Cohen
Get it from Amazon for $8.85.
10. K18 Leave-In Repair Hair Mask Treatment is a tried-and-true leave-in treatment ready to help rejuvenate bleached or chemically treated hair. This small but mighty bottle's patented peptide formula contains 50 uses. So you'll be good awhile. BTW, it works for all hair types.
My colleague Melanie Aman swears by this stuff. Here's what she has to say:
"I bleach my dark brown-black Asian hair blonde every six to eight weeks, so I was immediately intrigued when I first heard some stylists at my salon raving about K18. And it turns out the rest of the world loves it too, because it was sold out at Sephora the first time I tried to buy it. I eventually snagged a mini bottle on Amazon and was gobsmacked at how much softer my hair was. Seriously. I spent the whole day touching my hair, and even my boyfriend agreed that my mane was noticeably silkier.
Olaplex was my go-to before I tried K18 and I still stand by it as a product, but I really love that K18 is a leave-in treatment rather than an in-shower mask. Having to let the Olaplex sit for 10 minutes felt like forever, especially when I wasn't taking an everything shower (you know, the ones where you exfoliate and shave). With K18, you let it sit in your hair for four minutes post shower to activate and then you can style your hair (or just let it air dry like I do).
I've found that my hair is softest the next day, so don't be discouraged if your hair looks or feels the same the day you use it. One last thing: it is pretty pricey but a little goes a long way. The 15 mL tube I bought has lasted ~five washes, and eventually K18 can become a maintenance product so you won't need to use it every time you wash your hair."
Get it from Amazon for $29.
11. OGX Locking + Coconut Curls Air Dry Cream is a great, affordable scrunch-and-go option with legions of fans to back up that claim. Give your hair a blow-dryer break and embrace your natural texture every once in a while!
Promising review: "I put some in my hair for the first time today and I'm impressed! I towel dried my hair and then put about a quarter size in my palm and spread throughout my hair, scrunched my hair, and then let it air dry. I think it did a good job at defining my waves and eliminating the serious frizz." —ninjamommy
Get it from Amazon for $6.97.
12. Amika Perk Up Talc-Free Dry Shampoo costs more than your budget stuff but proves its worth once you're on your third-day hair and are at the point where you feel pretty gross about it but don't want to be obvious. I use this stuff and have tried about every single dry shampoo out there. This stuff isn't joking around!
Promising review: "Welp, I found it. The dry shampoo I will buy for the rest of my life so please Amika don't change a thing!
I have black hair and a sensitive, flaky scalp and this disappears completely into my dark hair and doesn't irritate my scalp. It does have a white cast going on. But leave it alone for a few minutes or longer, and then brush it out and it'll absorb. I've used this on Day 3 hair after a tough workout and my hair looks good as new. The scent is strong but it reminds me of the Flowerbomb perfume, which I love. Even got compliments the first time I used this! My hair texture is very thick and coarse, FYI." —Elaine
Get it from Amazon for $28+ (available in two sizes; mineral Oil-, sulfate-, phthalate-, gluten-, and paraben-free).
13. A scalp massager helps relieve you of itching and dandruff while protecting your acrylics or meticulous mani. Also, it'll feel like a total treat.
Promising review: "I have suffered from dry scalp and dandruff for years. I recently shaved my head and realized just how bad my scalp really was. Red irritated spots everywhere that became very easy to see with my short hair. After using this product along with a coconut oil moisturizer for three days, my scalp is already healing. The product is easy to hold, easy to clean, and feels great on an itchy scalp. I also don’t have dandruff flakes at all anymore. Trust me, you won’t regret purchasing this product!" —Britt
Get it from Amazon for $6.98.
14. Moroccan Oil Intense Curl Cream uses argan oil to do some serious work defining your gorgeous, gorgeous curls without leaving them sticky or crunchy.
When I go on a beach vacation, I don't bother with my intense blowout hair routine. I always pack this (a little goes a LONG way) and let my hair air dry.
Promising review: "This is a GREAT product for fine hair. I have a lot of fine hair that is between wavy/curly. I have always had a hard time finding a good product that doesn't give my hair the crunchy look when I let it air dry. I have found this to be the best moisturizing curl cream without weighing hair down, controls frizz AND defines curls. My advice is to shampoo (skip conditionor if your hair gets oily) apply the product in the shower, brush with a wide tooth comb to evenly distribute it then scrunch hair using a cotton t shirt. I think I finally found what I have been looking for and am so excited I can let my hair air dry now and not hate it!!!" —Lydia
Get it from Amazon for $34.20 (alcohol-free).
15. A satin-lined Hairbrella keeps your hair looking perfect, no matter the forecast.
Hairbrella is a Black-owned small business established in 2016 that specializes in hats combining fashion and function to protect against all types of weather. FYI, this is included in Prime Try Before You Buy so you can test it out before committing if you’re a Prime member!
Promising review: "I never carry an umbrella cause they’re too bulky, so when I saw the Hairbrella I was so excited. It keeps my hair dry and my curls nicely quaffed, rather than me looking like I stuck my fingers I a light socket. I’m telling everyone I know about it, it’s an amazing alternative to those wide-brimmed hats or a briefcase LOL! Truly it’s never going Read more about review stating Love it!!to leave my side from now on! I definitely recommend it." —Gina C.
Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ or Hairbrella for $29.99+ (available in five colors).
16. Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray is totally worth it according to reviewers...even ones who normally stick to a drugstore budget for haircare. It's a great volumizing alternative to dry shampoo.
17. Kenra Platinum Blow-Dry Spray seriously cuts down on your heat-styling time — like 50%! It also tames frizz and keeps your hair protected during said heat-styling. Oh, and it's all over TikTok.
Psst! The brand recommends using this spray on medium to coarse hair types. And for fine to medium hair, try the Kenra Platinum Blow-Dry Mist!
Promising review: "I LOVE the smell of this! Bought it due to frizzing from coloring my hair, but really didn't believe that it shortened drying time. I mean, how can something putting moisture on you hair shorten the drying time, right? I was shocked. I don't know if it cut it down by 50%, but I did notice blow-drying my hair took quite a bit less time. I am sold on this stuff. Makes my hair feel like silk, but not greasy (I was worried about it making my hair greasy) and it takes only a few sprays to get the results. I hold it about 15" from my head and spray the top, both sides, and the back once, then rub it in with my hands. Perfect!" —Janice C. Henderson
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three sizes; cruelty-free).
18. Drybar Single Shot Blow-Dryer Brush helps you cut down on styling time *and* upper arm soreness so you don't have to finagle both a round brush and hair dryer. This is *quite* the game changer.
Works well for straight, coily, curly, and wavy hair.
Promising review: "This review is written with the help of my girlfriend. I have naturally curly hair as you can see in the picture. I like to straighten it very often because it is more manageble. I usually use a round brush and a blow dryer. This blow-dry brush is nice because it is just one tool so it takes less time than when I use a round hairbrush and blow dryer combo. It delivers the same results, turning my wild hair into smooth, shiny straight hair. At the end I roll the tool inwards a couple of times in order to get a nice curl on the ends.The only complaint I have is the size of it, it is very large so it can get a bit heavy when you use it. Be aware of that if you don’t want to lift something that big to do your hair." —J & M
Get it from Amazon for $131.75.
19. The Original UnBraider helps you *quickly* (but efficiently) take down your existing micro, knotless, box, individual, or cornrow braids when it's time to change things up a bit.
The Original UnBraider is a family-run, woman-owned small business working to make taking care of natural hair easier.
Get it from The Original UnBraider for $25.
20. Living Proof No Frizz Instant De-Frizzer instantly smooths and moisturizes when you don't want to use hair oil. It tames up to 92% of frizz on dry hair and really zhuzhes your hair in between washes.
Promising review: "I personally am not a fan of how the hair oils feel on my hands and have found this product to be a great alternative! I like to braid my hair at night and then pull it out and wear it wavy. But if I comb through it, it’s a frizzy mess! This product definitely tames it down!" —Sarah Thielke
Get it from Amazon for $32.
21. Wet Brush Thick Hair Original Detangler does major things for unruly hair (and can maybe save yourself some pain and broken hairs).
Promising review: "When I bought this brush I was skeptical at first. I didn't really believe it would detangle by hair let alone penetrate any knots without breaking or getting painfully stuck. Please do yourself a favor and buy this brush if you have thick curly hair. My hair is 25+ inches long and very thick but this little brush glides right through my hair while in the shower. It also helped reduced the amount of shedding I was having when I was just using a wide toothed comb before. I do use this brush to help clump my curls but because of the bristle pattern it doesn't get enough tension on your hair strands, so I'd recommend a Denman instead for that. Anyway, greatest purchase ever and it makes hair washing more pleasant." —Abby
Get it from Amazon for $9.89 (also available in more hair types).
22. Or if you're looking for something that works for every hair type, Crave Naturals Detangling brush glides through your hair without tugging or ripping out your strands. Tangles, meet your match.
Promising review: "Omg!!! This is the best detangling brush ever!! Shampoo bath nights have been restored! I dread ever time have have to detangle my daughter's hair no matter how much conditioner I used it would end in tears and frustration! My daughter's hair has super tight curls and I don't think I have ever really fully detangled it until now! We have used other combs brushes and this one by far was the holy grail! No more tears and I feel confident her hair is fully detangled!!" —Ashlee Gordon
Promising review (for natural hair): "I never write reviews, but I had to for this one. This brush cured my cancer, paid my rent and revived Jesus from the dead. This. is. a. holy. grail. I have the tangliest (IDC if that's not a word) terribly hard to manage curly, natural hair. But this brush gave me shine brighter than a haole baby's bottom and glided through my hair with ease. 100% RECOMMEND." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $11.88 (available in six colors).
23. Big Sexy Hair Weightless Volumizing and Texturizing Powder really pulls its weight to boost your roots without leaving any tackiness like hair spray. Plus, it's translucent!
Promising review: "A magical hair volumizer for those who have lost hope. I have always been frustrated with my hair weighing down around the crown, even if I could get some body into it in the morning, guaranteed it was flat by mid-day. This stuff is amazing! I just sprinkle a tiny bit around my roots/crown and it lasts all day and into the next. It's like a dry magic gel! Love this stuff and my 'new' hairstyle capabilities. The container is super tiny (think height of a cell phone) but a little goes a LONG way. It makes skipping washing hair that much easier for those of us with non-volumized hair/roots." —Jennifer Cibor
Get it from Amazon for $18.95 (talculm-free).
24. Bread Hair oil adds some shine to 3a–4c curls without making your hair feel greasy. The secret? Australian Kakadu plum. (Go ahead and memorize that phrase because you know your friends will ask about how to get in on the glossy fun.)
25. L'Oreal Paris root cover-up spray helps bridge the gap between your *real* roots and the time between colorings. Color can be harsh on hair so anything that helps you eke out a bit more time in between is worth celebrating.
Plus, it's water-resistant!
Promising review: "My hair grows somewhat fast so I find myself coloring my roots at minimum every two weeks, which I think is bad for my hair. This product has been a lifesaver in allowing me to extend that time frame some. I wish I had found it sooner!" —Mmandkcs
Get it from Amazon for $8.19+ (available in eight colors).
26. A hair finishing stick in case you're going for that sleek look for your quite dirty hair you're rocking in a high pony for the day. This stuff is basically just a mascara wand you use to brush natural plant oils onto your hair to smooth down everything.
Promising review: "I have super fine hair with lots of breakage. No matter how I put my hair up I have bad flyaways. This stuff is great! So easy and it stays better and looks smoother than stiff hair spray." —Jill Stilfield
Get it from Amazon for $7.98.
27. TGIN Miracle Repairx Deep Hydrating Hair Mask For Damaged Hair nurtures and protects your natural hair texture after other products have failed you. Gotta love something that does major work for you before you even start styling.
Thank God It’s Natural (TGIN) is a small business founded by Chris-Tia Donaldson after she graduated from Harvard Law School, started her first job at a law firm and wore wigs out of frustration for the lack of hair products for natural hair. TGIN is now sold at a variety of retailers. Chris-Tia was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015 and until her passing in 2021, used her success to advocate for women experiencing financial difficulties and who are undergoing treatment, to highlight health disparities due to race and socio-economic factors and help through the TGIN Foundation. You can read more about her empowering story in her book This is Only a Test.
Promising review: "I LOOOOVE THIS PRODUCT LINE! I use the daily hair food to the hair mask! If you are protecting your hair and maximizing hydration these products will be your best friend!" —K Taylor-Cain
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
28. Slick Gorilla Hair Styling Texturizing Powder is a barber fave that many reviewers have starting using on the reg to much photogenic success.
Promising review: "I am 59 years old, my hair is thinning, and I shampoo every day so my hair became flat. I tried Slick Gorilla Hair Styling Texturizing Powder and was blown away by how much more volume what little hair I had. The powder made it much much better, even the wife was impressed! Though one caveat is that the hair feels a little weird, nothing bad. Just you know you have powder in your hair. Though not visible, you can feel it." —Jeff Shapiro
Get it from Amazon for $18 (silicone-free).
29. INH Clip-In Messy Buns help you skip the heat styling in the pursuit of a pic-worthy hairstyle without looking like you just clipped in some hair pieces.
INH Hair is a woman-owned small biz based in Los Angeles. They aim to get you the best quality and trendiest styles and boost your confidence. Their buns are made of vegan synthetic fiber from Japan. Make sure to read their tips on styling and care!
Promising review (for the messy bun): "My bun game has gone to a new level! Very easy to apply and the feel is very realistic, it doesn’t feel like a synthetic hair! The color match was to a tee. I have quite fine hair so my usual buns look very odd (like a round pot handle vibe) but with the Sammy, I feel so confident and put together. The application was super easy and unlike some of the ponies that make you feel weighted, there was no issues with feeling tightened or restricted on my scalp." —Jia
Get them from INH Hair: the messy bun for $45 and the space buns for $54 (both available in a variety of colors).
30. Redken One United All-In-One Leave In Conditioner protects hair in heat styling and delivers sleek, moisturized results — which is especially great if you're looking for a product that can pull off multiple uses without weighing down your hair.
Promising review: "I started out looking for a heat protection for my frizzy damaged hair. Read many of the over good reviews and came to realize this product is more then a protectant. Leave in conditioner too! One less step in the shower and I love the smell. My hair blows out beautifully and holds curl when I want curls without the flyaway frizz I had before. Truly amazing in my eyes. I immediately let my best girlfriends in on the great find! Will definitely be buying again." —SoozeeQ
Get it from Amazon for $13+ (available in three sizes; sulfate- and paraben-free).
31. Baxter of California Clay Pomade delivers a matte, firm hold so you can be rest assured your perfectly coiffed hair actually stays put. Gotta love something that does the dang job and keeps your hair in place so you don't have to waste more product!
Promising review: "This stuff is like a revelation for me. I have thick, very stubborn hair. I have used tons and tons of different hair products, from gels to pomades, all brands throughout the years. This is my first time ever using hair clay. I figured since it's clay it will have a much stronger hold for my hair type. And yes it sure does. I can never use any product with dry hair, not even this stuff. It just won't work for my hair. But wetting it and drying it a little 'til it's slightly damp and putting about two fingertips' worth of this in my hair, and I'm able to style it however I want. I used to comb my hair to the left because using other products, my hair is way to stubborn to put it to the right. But this is the first time ever being able to put it to the left and it looks great. Literally used to take about 30–45 minutes trying to get my hair to look how I want it to look. No lie. This cuts it down to five minutes. I'd recommend this product to anyone." —Ian G.
Get it from Amazon for $23.
32. A Kitsch satin pillowcase feels oh so cool and luxe to the touch, but will also be kinder on your hair *and* skin that traditional cotton pillowcases that tend to pull.
Kitsch is an LA-based, self-financed, woman-owned small business established in 2010 that specializes in hair accessories.
Check out a TikTok of the Kitsch satin pillowcase in action.
Promising review: "I'm really liking this pillow. I woke up today with nice wavy hair, not dry tangled hair. I've been trying to grow out the layer of hair on the top back of my head and it's been so stubborn! Keeps getting tangled and breaks here and there from bleaching and dye damage, but with this new pillow I notice it doesn't tangle, which means it can grow right without rubbing and tangling/pulling! So I'm excited to see what happens by the end of summer! Also the pillow is soft and is so much more prettier in person! 😍😍😍💖💖💖" —Amazon Customer 🌷
Get it from Amazon for $19+ (available in two sizes and in 11 styles).
33. And the Kitsch Microfiber Hair Towel gently sops up water while you go about your day. Trust me, this is better than any other towel turbans out there. I own three.
I own this beaut in this pattern, a polka dot print, and a tropical leafy print. I swore by the Turbie Twist for awhile (which is closer to an actual towel) but this microfiber fabric is far gentler on hair. Plus it feels lighter on my head/neck, which is great news for someone like me taking lunchtime showers while working from home and putting off blow drying my hair for as long as possible. It has elastic along the edges that helps it wrap around my head comfortably, and a stretchy loop at the front that I can twist back and put on a large button at the back of my head. Suffice it to say, it's super user-friendly. I can easily throw it in the wash with the rest of my towels and hang it up on a bathroom door hook to let it dry between uses. I wish I bought three of these years ago.
Get it from Amazon for $19.95.
34. Bomba Curls Dominican Forbidden Oil is infused with pure coffee seed and castor oil mean to moisturize your hair and scalp, while promoting hair growth and making your strands look glossier.
Bomba Curls is a WOC-owned business founded by Lulu Cordero and inspired by her Afro-Dominicana roots. The products are meant to help curly-haired folks naturally boost growth and achieve maximum length retention.
Promising review: "Very lightweight and has a great smell to it as well. It did not weigh down my hair and it gave my hair great shine through out the week." —Nordstrom Customer
Get it from Nordstrom, Target, or Bomba Curls for $22.
35. And finally, a rotating Beachwaver curling iron that'll do all the hard parts for you. (This is my favorite hair tool of all time.)
I've used about every kind of hair styling tool on the planet and had given up on curling irons with clamps. I was fully a curling wand girlie because I'm adept at heat styling and it gave me covetable mermaid waves I wanted. Then I tried a Beachwaver and haven't looked back since. I have them in two barrel sizes and now can zone out while I do my hair. The directional buttons for the tool are easy to use and if I accidentally press the button for the opposite way of which I'd like the barrel to spin, it's a quick and easy correction. I try all sorts of products for my job but this has quickly become one that I talk about all the time.
Promising review: "As a first time Beachwaver user I was so impressed! I have never been able to use a regular curling iron or a wand so I had high hopes that the Beachwaver would be my hair curling solution, and it was! The Beachwaver is so easy to use and it makes perfect curls every time. At first I had trouble understanding which way I was supposed to curl the hair, but after a tiny bit of practice and a tutorial video I became a Beachwaver pro. It is truly so easy to use and I recommend that everyone gets themselves a Beachwaver even if you already know how to curl hair because it definitely speeds up the hair curling process!" —Raleigh K.
Get it from Beachwaver for $99 or check out the original (sans-tie dye) from Amazon for $99.
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