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1. Keracolor Color-Depositing Conditioner helps boost the vibrancy of color-treated strands when you wash your hair. It's semipermanent, meaning you don't have to use DIY hair dye kits or spend lots of money on salon appointments to upkeep your do. Peep at the before-and-after below to see this hair care essential in action. 👀
Promising reviews: "I love this product! I had my hair/roots done four weeks ago. Normally I’d wait another couple of weeks before going in, but I’m going away this weekend and planned to see my hairdresser this week. I used the Mocha Keracolor tonight and figured if it didn’t work, I still had my appointment scheduled. Tomorrow, I’ll cancel it. I am so happy with the results. The color is vibrant and my hair is soft and smells great. I’ll use this for in between appointments when grays aren’t too bad and I need a little boost." —Pamela J Sirianni
"This is product is amazing!!! I've only used it once instead of shampoo and conditioner, my hair feels amazing!!! Super soft and clean, but the most important part is how it brought my hair color back to life!!!! I cannot believe it!!! I'm so happy with this product that I'm ordering more as we speak!!!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $22 (available in two sizes and 19 colors).
2. Bread Beauty Supply Hair-Mask leaves your curls soft, smooth, and hydrated without weighing them down. Created for 3a–4c curl types, this lightweight conditioner is packed with super-fruit oils that help minimize dryness and lock in moisture. You can wait to book your next hair appointment, because your curls will look and feel amazing.
Bread Beauty Supply is a woman-owned business known for their amazing haircare lineup. You'll find hair masks, scalp treatments, and more products that'll make your routine more enjoyable.
My colleague Kayla Boyd swears by this deep conditioner and said: "I recently started using Bread products and I really love how lightweight and easy they are to use. Since I have mixed textured hair that's been frequently dyed, it tends to get very dry. After using this deep conditioner my hair felt so much better and softer. In addition to that, the smell is A-MA-ZING. Definitely one of my new favorite washday products." Read more of her Bread Beauty Supply review.
Promising review: "I never write reviews but this is AMAZING. I naturally have 2C curls with some 3A mixed in. This really enhances my curls into beautiful 3A curls, and it doesn’t weigh my hair down and makes it so soft! I tried this because my ends were getting dry and I wanted a deep condition until my hair appointment. This will now be a staple for me!" —Sephora Customer
Get it from Bread Beauty Supply or Sephora for $28.
3. Fanola Purple Shampoo tones down brassy hair with violet pigments. If your blonde strands are starting to look streaky and yellow, this vegan formula can help you out in between salon appointments! Plus, you can use it right in the shower and it only takes one to three minutes to apply.
Promising review: "I'm a brunette with a lot of blond balayage highlights, and pretty low-maintenance when it comes to my hair. Over the years my mom (a blonde) has been quick to spot my consistently brassy ends and call me out. My response has always been something like, 'Really? Oh.' (Meaning = I don't know what you mean by 'brassy' and I've never noticed it before and I don't know what to do to fix it besides waiting till my next hair appointment in six months?). After recently getting more blond put in my hair and loving/wanting cooler tones, I have finally seen the light. I put this in my hair once a week and my highlights stay icy, bright, and perfect. Never going back." —Brianna Wright
Get it from Amazon for $10.
4. L'Oreal Paris Elvive 8 Second Wonder Water Lamellar makes your hair feel silky and smooth, even if it's been a while since your last blowout or gloss treatment. This rinse-out hair treatment helps your strands bounce back from damage, thanks to a combo of amino acids that moisturize and keep frizz at bay.
This hair treatment is sulfate- free, silicone-free, and color safe! Apply it two to three times a week on wet hair, massage it into the scalp, and rinse...that's it!
Promising review: "Omg! Where has this been all my life?!?! This product is AMAZING! I have very thick, course hair that only looks shiny right after salon treatments. NOT ANYMORE! When I first used this, I was skeptical. It is the consistency of water and didn’t really seem like it would do much. I was wrong — it gave my hair the most GORGEOUS shine and lasted at least 5 days! I will never be without this product again. My hubby is probably tired of me raving about it. I have contemplated ordering several, just in case I have a hard time finding down the road- It’s that good!" —review queen
Get it from Amazon for $8.97.
5. And speaking of shiny, this cult-favorite argan oil hair mask takes a few minutes to use and gives your strands a glossy appearance. Did you just get up from your hair stylist's chair? Nope, but this easy-to-use hair treatment will sure feel like you did. Plus, it helps detangle *and* hydrate hair before styling.
This hair mask is free from sulfates and parabens!
Promising review: "This conditioner is amazing! I am African American with curly/wavy hair. I stopped processing my hair a few years ago. So I have found it difficult to maintain a straight/blow dry look without it getting frizzy. This stuff works awesome!! I live in the Atlanta area, so the heat and humidity are fierce. This condition leaves my hair soft, bouncy, and still holds my curls in the heat. It makes my hair look like I just stepped out of the salon." —Audrey A. Donaldson
Get it from Amazon for $12.95.
6. These professional-quality shears evenly trim hair, thanks to precise blades that don't leave uneven edges. If dull scissors aren't making the ~cut~ for post-salon maintenance, this pair will remove annoying split ends or take an inch of hair off whenever you need it.
These scissors come with detachable finger inserts, so you can hold them comfortably while you cut hair!
Promising reviews: "I was tired of paying $20+ every time I needed a trim. Decided to order these scissors and do it myself. It was a piece of cake with these super sharp cutting scissors. Love them!" —K.L.
"I don’t know how they’ll hold up over time, but I gave myself an exquisite cut. Sharp scissors make a great haircut. These were easy to wield. I hope I don’t have to ever buy another pair." —JuliaWDHarrison
Get them from Amazon for $15.99.
7. And these Shark Tank cutting clips take the stress out of trimming your hair. Just clip it to the section you'd like to fix, secure it in place, and use a pair of hair scissors to evenly snip strands. No more lopsided layers or bangs if you need update your hairstyle in between salon visits.
It also has a rotating level, in case you'd like to cut angled pieces!
Promising review: "This product did as advertised. I wanted to blend where I was growing out my old bangs with an already tapered front part of my hair. I used these products to clip, and blend, and even everything up. I was able to do this in between visits to my regular hairdresser." —J Adkins
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
8. This L'Oréal Paris spray covers up roots whenever you need to refresh them. It only takes seconds to use and it does an impressive job of concealing light or dark strands. You'll be glad to have this on hand if you'd like to extend your hair color and not visit a stylist so frequently.
Note: No one should feel pressure to cover up their roots, unless they want to! Check out The Case For Rocking Those Gray Hairs.
Promising review: "I love this root touch-up spray: easy to use, good coverage, lots of colors, and good staying power. If you are new to this product, it may take a few tries to find the right shade for you (I originally used the light brown which worked, but the dark blond is a better match to what I would call my light brown, highlighted hair) and to master the application process, but this is a fast, easy, and inexpensive way to blend in your roots until your next salon visit. I have used this for years, and I like to order it on Amazon's Subscribe & Save to ensure I always have it on hand. This will stand up to even a light rain, as long as you're not in it for too long and it isn't raining too hard; with that said, I find I have to shampoo twice (I use a gentle shampoo) and scrub my hair well in order to remove all the product before going to the salon. I'm never without this." —Linda in Atlanta
Get it from Amazon for $9.97 (available in 10 colors and a pack of two).
9. Garnier Intensely Smooth Leave-In Conditioning Cream moisturizes strands *and* helps minimize breakage. This hydrating formula goes deep into dry hair follicles and nourishes them with argan oil. The result? Less frizz, a smoother texture, and better ends before it's time for your next haircut.
This formula, which is designed for curly, wavy, and straight hair types, can be used up to 3 times per week.
Promising review: "I love this leave-in conditioner for several reasons beside the fact that it works. I have an oily scalp, so coating it in the shower with a product that is basically lotion for your hair is not a true 'clean' for me. I can keep the Sleek & Shine away from my scalp and still have plenty on my hair. The body and shine is great. I have long, fine silver hair and my hairstylist always comments on what great shape my ends are in even after a long time between cuts. A bottle lasts a long time and you can't beat the price. I highly recommend this product for all hair types." —Paula J
Get it from Amazon for $2.97.
10. This Revlon One-Step Drying Brush comes to the rescue if you need a professional-quality blowout and want to skip a trip to the salon. Three heat settings will get to work on wet strands, while rounded edges and an oval brush design increase volume and curl your ends in minutes. This tool is perfect for anyone who loves getting their hair blow-dried for special occasions, but hasn't figured out how to do it themselves.
It also has a ceramic-coated barrel that acts as a shield against heat damage.
Promising review: "I love the look of a fresh blowout, but I don't have the limitless budget or endless hours ahead of work to sit in the salon chair every day and get it done. This is a HOLY GRAIL hair tool. I like to rough dry my hair for about 5–8 minutes before hand, but then I quickly section it off and pull this tool through and I have the hair of my dreams within 10 minutes. I will never have a bad hair day again!" —Olivia
11. Or this Bed Head Wave Artist Deep Waver easily creates gorgeous beachy waves, even if you have, like, zero skill with a blow-dryer or curling iron. Boost shine and keep your hair flyaway free with this great styling tool, which has tourmaline ceramic technology and 30 different heat settings. Plus, you can skip an emergency visit to your stylist if you have to get your hair done.
Promising review: "I usually have bad luck with hair styling tools and they eventually end up at the back of my sink unused. I bought this because I just got my hair cut (long bob) and I like the messy wavy style, however I can never recreate what they stylists do at the salon. I bought this because my hair is not quite long enough to curl and I cannot seem to figure out how to curl my hair with a straightener. This product gives me a quick effortless wavy style without the hassle! I use it every day that I style my hair and I love it. I like that it heats up quickly and locks for easy storage as well." —Ashley Thornton
Get it from Amazon for $19.87+ (available in two colors).
12. Act+Acre Cold Processed Scalp Detox gently eliminates build-up from your dry scalp. Its powerhouse formula of moringa oil, amaranth oil, baobab oil, and basil leaf nourish skin and help soothe itchy areas. Instead of booking a last-minute scalp treatment, you can do it yourself at home.
Act+Acre is a woman-owned business known for their plant-based haircare goods, including scalp serums, conditioners, and dry shampoos.
Promising review: "I’ve used this oil once and it def helped. It has a light scent similar to baby oil and the applicator is easy to use. My scalp was itchy and angry pre-application and after the 20-min soak time and a shower, my scalp felt soothed. Glad this product exists." —Act+Acre Customer
Get it from Act+Acre for $42.
13. This rechargeable hair clipper and trimmer brings an easy barber setup to your bathroom. It comes with eight comb attachments that match a color key on this gadget, so you won't have to second guess cutting lengths. You can even remove hair from hard-to-reach areas, like around your ears and neck line. Reviewers swear by it for all types of haircuts, including pixies!
Promising reviews: "I like how this is designed from top to bottom, and the price is great too. I've been using it a little over a year with zero issues. I actually plan to cut my hear from now on (and I have a full head of hair). It took a little practice, but I'm now getting better haircuts doing it myself than I was getting going to a barber. The detachable guards are great, and the color coding is clever. Also, it took me a while to start using the left and right taper but those are terrific. For cutting the longer parts, I just hold the hair with my left hand and and remote the guards on the trimmer, then buzz along my hand. Just a great design all around that will save me a couple hundred dollars a year in haircuts (plus the trips to the barber)." —Walter Hopkins
"I bought this because during COVID I started cutting my husband's hair and wanted to do mine as well. I got these clippers and some of the huge attachments (up to 3 inches) to cut my hair. It was short, but needed to be shaped up. I started with the largest and worked my down. I watched a lot of videos on cutting pixies first too. These clippers worked so well. They and the color guides are wonderful. I'll use these to cut my husband's hair from now on too as these are more comfortable in my hands. I also used the enclosed scissors to trim and blend sections." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $30.16 (available in two sizes).
14. This neck shaving template lines up your hairline for you, making it so easy to remove unwanted strands on the spot. It acts as a stencil for your hair trimmer, so you can touch up edges without having to go to the barber again for maintenance.
Promising reviews: "Great neckline template. Biggest pet peeve is when I get my haircut and my neckline doesn't look fresh and I don't want to spend the money to go to the barber too early and afraid to line up my neck alone cause I might mess up. This haircut guide makes it easy and makes my haircut look spiffy haha. I would recommend it." —Andre A
"Perfect fit! I bought this to help line up my neck hairs since they grow out really fast. I got the haircut two weeks ago and I enjoy using this neckline template to help to line up the back of neck.The adjustable strap is good quality and I feel confident it will stay in place. I really love the material of the template since it is flexible and sturdy when it needs to be. The edges are tapered down thin so it helps guide the buzzer when I’m shaving the back of my neck. Saved so much money with one purchase." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $18.95.
15. L'Oreal Paris Elvive Color Vibrancy Shampoo and Conditioner helps lock in hair color and prevents it from fading. It's packed with antioxidants that help nourish color-treated strands and keep them shiny. If you'd like to wait a little while for another appointment, this set can help extend your hair color for up to eight weeks.
Promising review: "Great for dyed hair. Gentle on hair and scalp. Helps keep the color longer. My hair is constantly bleached and dyed a variety of colors, this is the only shampoo I use. (The picture is after six months. I'd only used L'Oreal Elvive Shampoo and Conditioner.) —BPenney
Get both from Amazon for $13.98 (also sold individually).
16. Heat Free Hair Extensions help you switch your style between salon appointments. They're designed for 4b-4c hair and easy to install, thanks to an elastic protection band and secure clips. If you're looking for a little more length or volume, these clip-in extensions are a great DIY option.
This set comes with six clip-ins!
Heat Free Hair is a Black woman-owned business that sells extensions and wigs for 4b-4c hair.
BuzzFeed writer Christine Forbes has tried this brand out and loved it! Here's what she has to say about them: "I have been eyeing Heat Free Hair for 10 YEARS because they are pricey. Now that I've gotten my hands on some clip-ins, I regret waiting so long because they're totally worth it. For context, I have 4b–4c hair. I'm not used to being able to use hair fresh out the box. However, this blends perfectly with my natural hair. Mind you, I installed these in like 20 minutes with minimal stretching. All I did was lightly detangle the hair and put it in where my hair was less dense. It's soft and doesn't have that weird 'new hair' smell or waxy residue. You can tell that these were created by and for Black women. If you're a naturalista looking for an extra full Afro or a ponytail, try these — you won't regret it."
Get it from Heat Free Hair for $199+ (available in three lengths, as well as "For Kurls" and "For Koils")
17. This scissor and comb set streamlines hair maintenance by helping you section hair and chop off ends without uneven pieces. You can give yourself the easiest trim, whether that involves shortening curtain bangs or touching up angled pieces.
Promising reviews: "Perfect hair trimming scissors! I needed a new, affordable pair of hair scissors at home for just little trims in between salon visits. These scissors cut so smoothly! I didn’t realize how bad my last pair was until I used these! They have a good weight to them and are easy to hold." —Kayla S. Genelin
"Wow...wow...wow...what a great pair of shears. Goes thru hair like butter! Very easy to hold, ergonomically engineered, and 'cuts' hair cutting time in half! Comes with a comb and cleaning cloth. The comb is high quality and the cloth is a bonus. Very sharp!! Clip carefully! For the home barbers, this is a must have for all hair types and lengths. Cuts clean and the first time. No need to go over places again and again to ensure a good cut. Highly, highly recommend!" —Leia1980
Get both from Amazon for $9.99.
18. Diane Fromm Flexible Curling Rods give you salon-worthy curls or waves without a stylist's help. Roll wet or dry strands into the rods and let them sit for a few hours, (you can use them during the day *or* overnight while you sleep), and take them out. You'll have a bouncy hairstyle that'll take minimal effort and time.
Promising review: "I have been natural for a year, and I use these rollers to revive my curls after intense workouts. I go to the salon once a week, to clean my hair, so I love being able to 'fix' my hair until my next visit to my stylist. They keep my hair super cute, and curly, and work even better as my hair grows out." —K Butler
Get a pack of 30 from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two styles).
19. Living Proof Phd Dry Shampoo extends your hair style and removes excess oil, odor, and sweat from strands. Your hair will look (and feel) so good again, especially between trips to the stylist. Day two hair is going strong!
Promising review: "This is the best dry shampoo I've found. I have super-fine hair that tends to flatten out and look greasy if I don't wash every day. This helps me stretch it to a second day easily and sometimes a third. It doesn't leave any residue, and I feel like it effectively makes my hair at least look cleaner. It fluffs it up a bit without having that really noticeable heavy feeling or excessive fluffiness that some dry shampoos leave." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $39.
20. This curl refresher spray hydrates dry curls that need a moisture and shape boost. An aloe vera–based formula helps reboot strands and minimize frizz, so you can get soft and defined curls even on day three.
You can also spray it on wet hair after shampooing and conditioning so your curls will be refreshed and ready to go *before* using other stylers (gels, oils, etc.).
The Fro Experts is a natural haircare brand based in Georgia. They're known for their hair gel, leave-in conditioner, and other amazing hair products for type 3 and 4 hair textures.
Promising review: "OMG and AMEN... Seriously, I have TRUE 4c hair and I have never in my 36 years experienced a true 100% natural/organic hair product, and for this to be my first time I'm beyond impressed. So pleased with my 2-year-old daughter's hair as well :-). Product does EVERYTHING its described to do :-)." —Rosanna Quinones
Get it from The Fro Experts on Etsy for $16.50.
21. Arctic Fox semi-permanent hair dye lets you try a different hair color without major commitment or a full salon job. It's formulated without peroxide and ammonia, so you don't have to worry about breakage or damage. It's recommended that you use it on pre-lightened hair, however, it does leave a subtle tint on darker hair as well!
The reviewer above used the shade "Ritual."
Promising review: "I love this stuff. I buy it for touch-ups in between salon visits and it seriously far exceeds the stuff they're using in the salon. The first time I dyed my hair purple and blue the salon used Pravana. That was mediocre at best. Yeah, it colors but it doesn't stay like this stuff does. You can see that stuff running down the drain like crazy. This stuff runs but not nearly as bad. Another cool thing about this is it seems to fade so much more evenly than comparable brands. I don't end up with a few yellow (bleach) pieces, a few lavender, and some dark. It all fades at the same pace. Oh, and it smells amazing." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in two sizes and 21 colors).
22. And Kristin Ess Rose Gold Temporary Tint provides a bold tint to your hair and doesn't require any bleach. Just spray it on wet or slightly damp strands and your new hairstyle will last up to three shampoo sessions. You can try out a cool rose gold shade before committing to a salon coloring session.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this stuff. There's no commitment and no staining the hair. It is literally a put-in-and-wash-out product. I have platinum blonde hair and there was no tint of pink left behind or anything. I love this stuff! It's gives you rose gold pink hair, so beautiful." —Lee
Get it from Amazon for $12.
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