Though slicked-back buns have been all the rage for some time, we can’t help but wonder if more va-va-voom volume is on the way. If you look to the gravity-defying styles recently worn by A-listers like Miley Cyrus and Julia Roberts, plus a runway full of Marc Jacobs models, the answer is a powerful “yes.”

 

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At this month’s 2024 Grammys, Miley Cyrus took to the stage flaunting a larger-than-life mullet like only she can. The pop diva’s brunette tresses, lightened up by heavy-handed highlights, were back-combed and tousled into a full-of-body hairdo, bringing to mind visions of her godmother and country legend Dolly Parton and her signature peroxide blonde bouffant. It would appear that Parton’s rumoured “the higher the hair, the closer to God” philosophy runs deep in this family, indeed.

Bob Recine, Cyrus’ hairstylist of eight years, cited “a punk, Raquel Welch from the ’70s” as his inspiration for the look in an interview with Byrdie. “We wanted it dry and big through teasing, but not like the old way where it would be coiffed. We wanted it to be a little messy where you could see some of the teasing,” he shared.

On Instagram, Recine broke down the technique and products used to create the Flowers singer’s “sexy bounce” look, crediting the Nexus XXL Volume Hairspray as the product that held the look together through her red carpet walk, a rockstar performance and multiple costume changes

 

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For British Vogue’s February issue, Julia Roberts appeared on the cover with a flawlessly executed blowout that gives body. The Pretty Woman star’s natural ringlets were stretched and shaped into big-barrelled curls full of volume, taking us back to the ’80s when the star caught her first big break in Mystic Pizza (1988).

In the high fashion realm, Marc Jacobs sent models sauntering down his Spring 2024 runway with puffed-up, full-lace human hair wigs sourced by renowned hairstylist Duffy. “The shape is a suggestion of that late ’60s, early ’70s disco moment,” shared the stylist with Coveteur. Pinned to the mood board backstage were images of Diana Ross and fellow members of The Supremes, who, like many other Black women, serve as icons of these era-defining updos.

 

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One flip through a history book and you’ll find illustrations of men and women from the 16th and 17th centuries in particular wearing sky-high wigs as status symbols that could hardly fit through a doorframe today. And even further back, depictions of Ancient Egyptians adorned with wigs that exuded major volume. More recently in the 20th century, styles like the beehive and the bouffant of the ’60s and ’70s also favoured volume.

During the 1960s, the rise of big hair emerged from years of pared-back wartime styles, alongside the invention of the roller and lacquer spray. In the following decade, the 1970s saw freedom of expression via hair — partly thanks to the women’s rights movement — which led to styles that grew exponentially in size, from blowouts to afros.

 

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No matter the decade, celebrities have proved time after time that big hair can be interpreted in myriad ways. Just look to Jane Fonda as Barbarella, Priscilla Presley, Donna Summer or Tina Turner for vintage variations of the style. Stars like SZA and Solange serve as present-day big-haired icons with their unapologetically voluminous cascades of curls, with Cyrus and Roberts joining the “bigger is better” ranks.

As for how we non-celebs can tackle the trend, many of us were born with naturally “big” hair that takes up space and volume all on our own, and we can carry on flaunting it business as usual (if we so choose to), and call on the aid of hot tools and hair spray when we really want to pump up the volume.

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Though it’s making a comeback now, having big hair hasn’t always been viewed as trendy or desirable, and it’s a delight to witness the “big hair, don’t care” attitude catch on en masse once again. Fortunately, TikTok is also brimming with tutorials on how to achieve huge hair no matter your natural texture, including videos directly inspired by the hair seen on the Marc Jacobs runway.

So, what does the return of big hair mean in 2024? Is this just the cyclical nature of trends? Or is there something more to it? Much like the revival of messy mob wife makeup in place of the “clean girl” look, perhaps the renaissance of the bouffant marks a rebellion against slicked-backed styles and more polished manes. On the other hand, it could be as simple as a mass suffering from, dare we say, flat hair fatigue — and a yearning to be more out there with our hair choices.

With Julia, Miley and Marc Jacobs leading the way, we’ll all be onto bigger and better (hair) in no time.

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With just a few drops, hair oil has the power to transform even the thirstiest tresses. And don’t worry if the words “hair” and “oil” in the same sentence cause a little trepidation; we’re sharing why everyone needs a good hair oil on their bathroom shelf, regardless of hair type.

What to look for in the best hair oil

Like most hair products, finding the right hair oil for you is an entirely personal process that depends on your goal. This ranges based on your hair type. The one thing we can agree on across the board? The use of a hair oil is a surefire way to elevate the average hair routine — but don’t just take our word for it.

“With over two decades of experience as a hairstylist, I have personally witnessed how consistently using a high-quality hair oil can drastically improve your hair’s health,” says Toronto salon owner and founder of haircare brand THIC, Morgan Tully. “It prevents breakage caused by heat styling, harsh chemical processes and environmental factors which often lead to issues like dryness, frizz and breakage.”

Tully reminds us that a “one size fits all” approach does not apply to choosing hair oils. To begin your quest for the right hair oil, she suggests narrowing down what you’d like your oil to do for your hair. For example, if you’re seeking an oil that specifically boosts moisture and shine, that may differ from an oil with featured heat-protectant qualities.

Start small if you’ve been steering clear of hair oils for fear of making your hair look greasy or weighed down.

“Take a few drops and massage through the mid to ends of your hair first. If it makes a noticeable difference right away but doesn’t feel heavy, add a few more drops and work your way up.”

Tully’s final pro tip? Always test new products on wash day! (Before you suds up, of course.) That way, if you’re not loving the results, you can restart your routine with a head of freshly washed hair. And if you’re fighting an oily scalp on a non-wash day, there’s nothing a little dry shampoo can’t fix, she assures.

The best hair oils 2024

Best overall

Olaplex No. 7 Bond Oil

Olaplex’s No.7 Bonding Oil is an all-around hair hero. Using a first-of-its-kind patented bond-building technology, this oil works to rebuild broken and weakened hair bonds over time.

With a formula that hydrates all hair types, protects against heat, and increases shine, what more could we ask for? It’s more than just a hair oil, it’s practically liquid gold.

Pros

• Eliminates frizz
• Strengthens your strands
• Protects against up to 230 degrees Celsius
• Richer than pure jojoba oil, so use it sparingly

Cons

• On the more expensive side

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Best for chemically treated hair

Kérastase Blond Absolu Intense Blonde Strengthening Oil

Keeping up with chemically treated hair is no easy feat, but Kérastase is up for the task. The brand’s Blond Absolu Strengthening Hair Oil was made to meet the demands of sensitized, lightened, and highlighted hair types.

Infused with antioxidant-rich edelweiss flower, this lightweight oil softens damage and reduces split ends and frizziness to help get your hair on the road to recovery after intense colour treatments. Plus, it defends against colour fading so your new dye job maintains that fresh-from-the-salon look.

Pros

• Provides intense nourishment
• Non-greasy
• Protects against heat of up to 230 degrees Celsius

Cons

• Some reviewers don’t love the scent

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Best budget

OGX Extra Strength Damage Remedy + Coconut Miracle Oil

For something low-budget yet high-performance, reach for OGX’s Extra Strength Damage Remedy + Coconut Miracle Oil. Powered by a reparative blend of coconut oil, essence of tiare and vanilla bean extract, this oil is like a tropical treat for parched hair.

You only need to work a few drops of this oil into towel-tried hair before you’ll be able to witness its transformation from desperately dry to silky, smooth. It’s not called a “miracle oil” for no reason!

“I started putting this on the ends of my hair after washing to help with my dry ends,” writes one verified Amazon purchaser.  “This is a great product. I’m already seeing a difference in the texture of the ends of my hair. I also use this to reduce frizziness.”

Pros

• Affordable
• Tames frizz
• Boosts shine

Cons

• Has a coconut milk, tangerine and vanilla scent that may be overbearing if you prefer to shop fragrance-free

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Best for dry/damaged hair

Carol’s Daughter Goddess Strength Deep Treatment Hair & Scalp Oil

One of the most impressive qualities of great hair oil is its ability to revive even the most dry and damaged hair types. With a blend of seven oils, Carol’s Daughter’s Goddess Strength Deep Treatment Hair & Scalp Oil is the top pick for resuscitating dry and damaged textured hair.

Castor oil and black cumin seed oils are two standout ingredients that moisturize and protect both the hair and scalp. These oils also prevent split ends. Proven to deliver 15 times stronger hair after a single use, the numbers don’t lie — it’s got goddess-level strength.

Pros

• Weightless formula
• Prevents breakage
• Excellent for frizzy hair
• 99 percent naturally derived
• Can be used as a pre-shampoo treatment

Cons

• Best for 2A-4C curl pattern types, therefore not as suitable for type 1 hair

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Best for fine hair

Verb Ghost Oil

The idea of using a hair oil when you have a finer hair type may seem like a major no-no — but it doesn’t need to be! Overcome your fears with a lightweight option like Verb’s Ghost Oil.

Just two to three drops of this conditioning oil on damp (or completely dry) hair will fight frizz, tame flyaways, and enhance shine by 75%. The star moringa seed oil ingredient allows for a weightless boost of hydration, without leaving hair feeling heavy or greasy.

“I’ve tried all kinds of hair oils and i have to say, this is the best one so far,” writes verified Amazon purchaser, Galia. “You only need a tiny amount, so it is actually affordable. It makes your hair soft, silky and shiny without making it greasy.”

She continues, “I apply it right after I blow dry my hair and then twist it up in a bun. This makes my hair so beautiful, it’s now my holy grail!”

Pros

• Colour safe
• Enhances elasticity
• Improves hair strength
• Easy to apply hair oil thanks to a pump dispenser

Cons

• Thicker hair types may require a more intense oil

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Best for curls

Living Proof Curl Moisturizing Shine Oil

Curly hair often requires more moisture and upkeep than most other hair types, which is why curly-haired shoppers should keep their eyes peeled for products specifically catered to curls. For textured tresses, we love this Curl Moisturizing Shine Oil by Living Proof.

The five-oil blend within this product’s formula mimics the natural oil found in our hair, so it’s able to replenish moisture and eradicate frizz — which can be one of a curly girl’s worst enemies. In addition, its emollient base increases the smoothness and manageability of all kinks, coils, and curls.

Pros

• Fast absorbing
• Safe for chemically treated curls
• Mimics the hair’s natural lipids to boost smoothness, hydration, and shine
• Makes it easy to choose the right oils for your hair type

Cons

• Made specifically for curls, therefore not as suitable for other hair types

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Best luxury

Shu Uemura Essence Absolue Nourishing Protective Oil

From high-temperature heat tools to environmental damage, we put our hair through a lot. Shu Uemura’s remastered cult-favourite hair oil is a luxurious way to combat it.

Inspired by the Japanese tradition of hair-oiling, this oil draws upon the powers of Japanese Red Camellia Oil to coat hair with antioxidants, essential lipids, and vitamins A, C, and E to keep the hair nourished, protected, soft, and shiny.

“Love how thick this oil is,” writes one verified Sephora purchaser. “It akes my course, dry hair soft and shiny. Super happy I tried this oil!”

Pros

• Protects against UV damage and heat up to 230 degrees Celsius
• Made for multi-use including intense conditioning, blowouts, and quick touch-ups
• Reduces frizz
• Can also be used on damp hair

Cons

• Some reviewers say it made their hair a tad too oily, so a little goes a long way

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Best heat protectant oil

Bumble and Bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil

Whether it be lotions, sprays, or creams–there are many ways to incorporate a heat protectant into your haircare routine. But if you’re on the market for an oil that protects against high heat, Bumble and Bumble’s Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil will be your best bet.

Designed to deliver “sublime softness,” this hair oil is infused with grapeseed, sweet almond, argan, sunflower seed, coconut and macadamia nut oils. Not only does it protect against high temperatures, but it also acts as a UV filter to protect the hair from being dried out by the hot sun.

Pros

• Ultra lightweight
• Detangles
• Frights frizz
• Adds shine
• Hair stylist-recommended
• Reduces static

Cons

• Some reviewers say this oil isn’t their top choice for coarse hair

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Best organic

Shea Moisture 100% Virgin Coconut Oil

Mother nature is responsible for some of the best hair ingredients, and one of our faves is coconut oil. Shea Moisture offers a tub of 100% extra virgin coconut oil that bathes hair in antioxidant vitamin E and natural triglycerides, which form a barrier over the hair to help retain moisture.

After use, your hair will be left nourished, protected and softened for ease of styling to come.

“This is by far the best hair and scalp moisturizer for afro-type hair,” writes verified Amazon purchaser, Antoinette. Its great and improves dry hair and scalp. Although it appears solid in the container, it literally melts into the scalp and instantly improves dry, brittle and damaged hair.”

Pros

• Suitable for all hair types
• 100% natural
• Can also be used as a body oil on the skin
• Makes hair look and feel incredibly glossy

Cons

• Can be a bit messy to work with

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Best Canadian-made

THIC Daily Perfecting Hair Oil

Made in Canada, Tully’s own THIC Daily Perfecting Hair Oil is a treat for dehydrated hair. We love that it’s lightweight enough for daily use and suitable for use on all hair types, from straight to coily.

Within this salon-quality, 100% natural blend of cold-pressed grape seed, hemp seed, and argan oils, it helps fortify, moisturize, and protect hair against split ends, as well as UV and heat damage. Use it as a pre-blow-dry product, a finishing oil, or a touch-up treatment. A few daily drops make hair look smooth, glossy, and gorgeous.

Pros

• Locally manufactured in Canada
• Boosts shine
• Protects against heat and UV damage
• Suitable for all hair types
• Can be used with other styling products

Cons

• One reviewer noted they wished the scent lasted longer

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How we chose the best hair oils

We looked at a variety of factors when choosing the best hair oil options for every type of hair. We considered ingredients (and their ability to nourish hair without harming or weighing it down), overall value and ease of use. Availability was also important for us, because finding a great hair oil is only as good as your ability to access it.

Evaluation criteria

We sought out hair oils with active antioxidants, easy-to-use pump dispensers or droppers and velvety formulas. We excluded anything that felt too heavy, sticky or cumbersome. If the oil had us running for a shower, it didn’t make the list.

Our preference went to lightweight formulas that nourished strands without clogging follicles or leaving a greasy texture behind.

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Though typical pulse points for body sprays and perfumes include the wrists, neck and even behind the knees, who doesn’t want hair that also smells delicious?

 

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As many of us can likely recall from memory (you never forget the scent of Victoria’s Secret or Bath and Body Works body mists), body sprays were everything in the late ’90s and early aughts. Much like other Y2K trends having a resurgence (lookin’ at you, indie sleaze), we’re thrilled to report that these lightweight sprays are making a comeback, and hair mists are coming along with them.

With a lower concentration of fragrance oils than perfume, body mists are light enough to layer, so they can be used to create unique-to-you scent concoctions. And they’re more affordable, which allows consumers to purchase more scents to play with. Modern hair mist perfumes often double as body sprays, and they’re beloved for many of the same reasons. What’s more, they’ve got the added benefit of ingredients that treat hair concerns, like dryness and dullness, with each spray.

Even if we have to squeeze our way through a sea of “10-year-olds at Sephora” looking for the Sol de Janeiro shelf, many of us are craving a nostalgic hit (er, spritz) of fragranced body and hair mists. Ahead, six of the best-smelling hair mist perfumes and where to buy them. Good luck out there.

Rare Beauty Find Comfort Body and Hair Fragrance Mist

With revitalizing notes of lemon zest, violet and vetiver, this newly launched hair mist from Rare Beauty’s Find Comfort collection is like a pick-me-up in a bottle.

Though it can also be used as a body mist, the reparative niacinamide and biotin ingredients within its formula target hair strands, to keep your tresses looking softer, shinier, and stronger.

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Byredo Gypsy Water

If you already love Byredo and its selection of signature scents, why not match your favourite fragrance with a hair perfume? Our pick goes to the pine needle, sandalwood and amber-scented Gypsy Water spray.

Thanks to a uniquely developed silicone and polymer concoction, this hair perfume will nourish your mane and leave behind a luminous sheen. Who wouldn’t want to wear head-to-toe Byredo?

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Phlur Vanilla Skin

Judging by the influx of vanilla fragrances that have been released as of late, it appears the beauty community can’t get enough of this classic and creamy scent. In the category of hair mist perfume, we’ve been eyeing Vanilla Skin by Phlur.

Noted with sugar crystals, cashmere wood and, of course, vanilla, this hair and body mist is a gourmand fragrance lover’s fantasy.

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Moroccanoil Brumes du Maroc

Moroccanoil’s Brumes du Maroc fuses the best of the brand’s iconic haircare ingredients with its signature spicy amber scent to deliver a must-have hair and body fragrance mist. A nourishing blend of argan oil and vitamin E keeps both the skin and hair moisturized and hydrated.

Plus, the UV absorber within the mist protects hair against damage caused by sun exposure.

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Killian Paris Love, Don’t Be Shy

Rumoured to have once been Rihanna’s signature scent, Kilian Paris’ Love, Don’t Be Shy perfume is also available as a hair mist. Featuring the same unmistakable orange blossom and marshmallow sugar accord notes as the OG perfume, this hydrating hair mist is simply irresistible.

In all honesty, a stamp of approval from RiRi is all the convincing we need to shop this scent.

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Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa ’68 Beija Flor

Douse yourself in an all-over spritz of this TikTok viral hair and body mist by Sol de Janeiro. You’re probably familiar with the brand’s iconic Brazilian Crush Cheirosa ’62 Bum Bum fragrance, but this ’68 Beija Flor scent is a more floral and fruity option with juicy notes of Brazilian jasmine and pink dragonfruit. It’s straight-up yummy.

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Blunt cut, shaggy, micro-cropped, we don’t discriminate! This timeless hairstyle is shaping up (get it?) to be the biggest haircut trend of the year. Just look to the 2024 Golden Globes where the red carpet was illuminated with film and television stars rocking bob after bob. From Emma Stone’s red-hot retro lob to Ayo Edibiri’s flipped-out ends, who knew there were so many ways to work this short and chic style?

Read on as we break down the best ways to wear bob cuts, and how to style them.

The retro lob

 

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Much like flared pants remind us of the ’70s, a longer bob (lob) haircut complete with flipped-out ends has a retro feel that anyone with shorter hair should be running to replicate.

Take Emma Stone for example, who accepted her Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy Motion Picture award at the 2024 Golden Globes flaunting a blunt copper crop with flipped-out ends. Stone’s stylist Mara Roszak used products from her haircare line, Rōz, to give the Poor Things actress lifted roots and a long-lasting hold to ensure her flared ends didn’t fall flat during the show.

The side-parted micro-bob

 

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Never underestimate how switching up your part can give you a whole new look. Case in point: Cailee Spaeny’s side-parted micro bob at the 2024 Golden Globes was quite the departure from the bouffant wigs she wore as the leading lady in Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla.

With a side-swept soft curl and the remainder of her hair tucked behind her ear, the Golden Globe-nominated actress looked elegant as ever with this hairdo sculpted by Kiley Fitzgerald.

The “Rachel” 2.0

Remember Rachel Green’s layered lob from Friends? At this month’s Golden Globes, Jennifer Aniston revived her character’s signature haircut with a “Rachel 2.0” crop.

If you want your stylist to recreate this ’90s-esque cut, take notes from Aniston’s stylist Chris McMillan, who described the look as having a “soft blunt perimeter for the length and invisible layers throughout” on Instagram. He then went on to list the products used to prep for this style, which included a shampoo, conditioner, hair paste and oil from Lolavie — the haircare line Aniston launched in 2021.

Flipped-out ends

 

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Think super-cropped bobs are too short to be styled? Think again! Pair this length with flicked ends for chic, cool-girl vibes.

On the 2024 Golden Globes red carpet, Golden Globe winner Ayo Edebiri (The Bear) sported a middle-parted nano-bob styled by Miles Jeffries with flipped-out ends. To test this look out for yourself, all you’ll need to do is straighten your hair with a flat iron as usual — but flip the outwards, instead of making one completely straight pass.

The Roaring ’20s crop

 

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Adding a little curvature to your bob cut with soft finger waves and C-curls is a surefire way to instantly elevate your look. Past Lives actress Greta Lee’s 2024 Golden Globes hairdo, styled by Jenny Cho, was fully giving Roaring ’20s Gatsby girl, and we adored it. Not one hair was out of place, and it was an absolute high-gloss masterpiece.

If you ask us, this Jazz age-inspired style will forever stand the test of time.

The lived-in bob

 

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Keeping up with a bob can feel like a lot of maintenance at times, but if worn the right way, you can use the slept-in, tousled look to your advantage. Just ask America Ferrera!

In an interview with Byrdie, hairstylist Aviva Perea revealed that her goal for the Barbie actress’s 2024 Golden Globes look was something that appeared “a little more lived in,” as though Ferrera had styled her hair the previous day. To achieve this effortless-looking style, Perea went in with a flat iron and created slight flicks and bends.

The full-of-body bob

 

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Bobs can be big, bouncy, and full of body, too. At Sunday’s Golden Globes, Sheryl Lee Ralph perfectly demonstrated how to give a bob a boost of volume.

Ralph opted for a dramatic side part and a cascade of lush curls styled by SherriAnn Cole for her red carpet look. For a sultry touch, the Abbott Elementary star’s bang was swept just over her eye.

The middle part crop

 

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Partial to a sharp middle part? Try emulating Maestro actress Carey Mulligan’s chic hairdo from this year’s Golden Globes. Also styled by Jenny Cho, it’s a hairdo minimalists will love.

To get this look, Mulligan’s bob was styled using an assortment of Briogeo products and tools, such as the Don’t Despair, Repair! leave-in treatment and the Vegan Boar Bristle Brush. To incorporate that classic glamour feel (which matched her 1949-inspired Schiaparelli dress), her chin-length hair was flipped under at the ends.

The old Hollywood lob

When your hair hits lob length, you may be at a loss for which look to try next. May we suggest going for an old Hollywood style? It should have a deep side part and an exaggerated S-wave to emphasize that silver screen-worthy vibe.

True to her signature look, Naomi Watts was a vision of timeless beauty at the 2024 Golden Globes with her own vintage-inspired lob, which playfully incorporated a mixture of both curled and straightened strands. Marki Shkreli, who has also styled Charlize Theron and Lily Collins’ hair, was the artist behind the look. What’s a red carpet without at least one nod to old Hollywood?

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When it comes to NYE-approved hairstyles, sculptural updos are favoured, over-embellishment is encouraged, and sophisticated simplicity is admired. From glitter-coated sleek styles fresh from the runway and ponytails decorated with bejewelled accessories, to celebrity-approved looks worn by VIPs like Margot Robbie and Kelly Rowland, we’ve rounded up eight party-worthy styles that are sure to captivate on-lookers.

Ahead, eight glitzy and glamourous hairstyles to copy this sparkly season, plus the products, accessories, and tools needed to replicate them.

Flaunt curls and clips

 

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Whether you’ve got naturally curly hair or you’ll be recreating this corkscrew look with an ultra-thin curling wand, soirée season is prime time to put your best head of curls forward.

To achieve this mane-like look styled by Irinel de León on Madison Pettis, split your hair down the middle to create a centre part. Then, incorporate a little party-ready sparkle by adding bedazzled hair clips or bobby pins on either side of your head.

Copy Pettis’ style by sliding these blinged-out bobby pins by Kitsch onto the top of your head. Both festive and functional, these slip-proof pins will stay put so you can dance the night away.

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Slick it with glitter

During the Julien Macdonald Fall/Winter 2023 show, models sashayed down the catwalk with sleek buns and slick backs spattered with glitter — and the look has lived rent-free in our minds ever since.

What begins with a simple hairstyle you’ve likely been wearing all year long is instantly upgraded with a spritz of glitter that requires next to no effort to pull off. Sure, it’s a tad avant-garde, but no real New Year’s Eve party can start without a little (or a lot) of glitter. The more, the merrier, we say.

IGK’s Pre-Party Sprinkle Hair Strobing Spray disperses bursts of glitter that give off a luminous, rainbow-hued effect. After a few spritzes of this spray, your new party trick will be turning heads as you turn yours.

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Try a retro ponytail

 

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2023 was unofficially the year of Barbie, and there’s no better way to close it out than by paying homage to the blonde icon one last time. Channel a vintage iteration of the doll with this retro pony, as seen on Barbie star Margot Robbie at the 2023 Gotham Awards.

Like Robbie, whose pony was crafted by her go-to hairstylist Bryce Scarlett, opt for a side-parted bang that swoops across the face, and is then tucked behind your ear. To best capture that vintage feel, flip the ends of your pony with a flat iron to achieve a doll-like flick.

Add a few pumps of Color Wow’s Pop and Lock High Gloss Shellac serum to your ponytail to keep it free of frizz and full of shine. Plus, you can also use it ahead of styling as a heat protectant if needed.

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Opt for an infinity bun

 

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Anyone who shows up to a New Year’s celebration with an infinity bun like this one by celebrity hairstylist Hayley Logan is sure to impress party-goers and leave them wondering, How did you do that?

What they won’t know is that this seemingly intricate chignon is easier to recreate than it looks. Once you’ve secured a sleek, low pony, begin to twist it. Wrap the hair clockwise around your base, as you would a traditional bun, and then pin it in place. Then, with the remainder of your twisted ponytail, create a loop around your index finger and pin it in place above your bun. Très chic, non?

You can never have too many bobby pins—especially when going for experimental styles like this one. Goody’s slide-proof bobby pins have never let us down, and we love that this value pack comes with 60 of them.

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Sculpt a Marilyn-inspired bob

 

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As stars rolled up to the premiere of Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland caught our eye with this Marilyn Monroe-inspired bob styled by Devante Turnbull. As much as we loved her chrome ensemble complete with a built-in cone bra, we couldn’t take our eyes off her full-of-body bob.

From old-fashioned roller sets and pin curls to big-barrelled curling wands, there is no one particular way to achieve this look. As long as it’s full of volume with an air of old Hollywood glamour, you’re doing it right. If you went the bob route this year, take it to another level by recreating this look.

Lock in your hairdo with a spritz of this Superfine Strong Hair Spray by Oribe. Scented with Oribe’s signature Côte d’Azur fragrance, it also doubles as a hair perfume.

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Embellish a bubble pony

 

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Bubble ponytails like this one are already a step above your average pony, but the pièce de résistance here is a show-stopping hair accessory — or three. From French barrettes to necklaces and bracelets that can be used as hair jewelry when tied over clear elastics, the possibilities for embellishing a basic bubble pony are endless.

We adorn our ears, necks, and hands with dainty gold and silver treasures, so why not our hair?

Lelet New York is home to the dreamiest modern hair accessories designed for “forward thinkers.” Our pick for the party season is this Glossy Bar Barrette in 14K gold.

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Create braided top knots

 

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If you’ve committed to wearing braids for the winter, consider replicating the two-piece top-knot hairdo that Black-ish actress Marsai Martin wore to the premiere of The Little Mermaid earlier this year. Martin’s hairstylist, Alexander Armand, described this look as “elevated, chic, and glamour mermaid hair,” on Instagram, and we couldn’t have said it better ourselves.

Leave out a front braid or two to frame the face, and sculpt your baby hairs along the hairline to add some oomph to the look.

To tame frizz and keep your braids looking fresh and shiny, reach for this Curl Mousse by Pattern Beauty. And, once you’ve taken your braids out, it also can be used to help define curls.

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Go minimal with elegant accessories

Bows and headbands have both had their moments this year, but have you worn them together yet? If not, we encourage you to follow in the footsteps of Dior, who sent models down its Fall 2023 runway with padded black headbands that doubled as a bow around a low-tied ponytail.

There’s something incredibly chic and understated about simple black hair accessories — and for that reason, they’ll never tire. Minimalists, this look is for you.

Leonine Vintage offers a drool-worthy vintage padded velvet headband that you may never want to take off. We’re utterly obsessed.

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Worried about how your strands will handle the cold season ahead? Set aside your winter woes and invest in a hair-care routine that will not only protect your curls through blizzards and sub-zero temperatures but also ensure healthier, stronger hair once you emerge from your cocoon in the spring.

SheaMoisture Raw Shea Butter Deep Moisturizing Shampoo

Extracted from the nuts harvested from West Africa’s shea trees, shea butter is a widely beloved ingredient that can bring moisture back into thirsty curls. Packed with vitamins A and E plus good-for-you fatty acids, it can remedy dryness fast. That’s because it seals moisture in and keeps dry winter air out. The powerhouse ingredient is at the core of textured-hair brand SheaMoisture, which was founded in 1991 by Richelieu Dennis as a tribute to his grandmother, Sofi Tucker. “Tucker sold shea butter in Sierra Leone in 1912, and we honour her vision by continuing to formulate with shea butter handcrafted by women in West Africa,” says Taydra Mitchell-Jackson, the brand’s CMO. SheaMoisture’s recently reformulated Raw Shea Butter collection features even more of the ingredient than its original formula, boosting its already impressive hydrating properties and making it a top contender for use during the winter months, when hair — especially curly hair — needs a little more love.

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Maui Moisture Curl Quench + Coconut Oil Conditioner

For centuries, the aloe vera plant has been sought out for a multitude of both cosmetic and medicinal purposes. From soothing sunburns to speeding up the healing time of cuts and scrapes, the gel of this powerful plant works like a charm on skin. It also happens to work wonders on curls. Celebrity hairstylist Alexander Armand describes aloe vera as an “untapped superstar ingredient” thanks to its hydrating and anti-frizz benefits for both hair and scalp. “Aloe vera is especially important during the winter months because hair tends to get brittle,” says Armand. While the moisturizing properties of this ingredient help keep brittleness at bay, it’s also lightweight enough to ensure that your curls stay bouncy. “It’s long-lasting, impactful and moisturizing, but it’s not going to weigh the hair down,” he says. “Your curls are still going to move.”

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The Body Shop Jamaican Black Castor Oil Intense Moisture Mask

Jamaican black castor oil is not your average castor oil. It’s an intensely nourishing ingredient that ensures your curls are safe from potential damage caused by the lack of hydration they may experience during winter. Sarah Adjepong-Duodu, co-creator of The Body Shop’s Jamaican Black Castor Oil range, says that while the process of extracting standard castor oil typically involves cold-pressing castor seeds, extracting Jamaican black castor oil involves roasting, muddling and mashing the seeds into a paste and then boiling it down into a thick, luxurious dark oil. This method allows the oil to deeply penetrate the hair and coat each curl from root to tip. “Curly hair doesn’t always get the benefit of excess oil from the scalp making its way down each strand because there are lots of kinks and grooves that it needs to make its way through,” she says. Because of how deeply Jamaican black castor oil is able to penetrate the hair shaft, each curl actually gets the nourishment it needs.

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BCavi Black Caviar Lux Serum

Black caviar can do a lot for an hors d’oeuvre spread, but it can do even more for curls. When celebrity hairstylist Jason Tavares was in the research stage of his first hair-care brand, BCavi, he chose black caviar as the hero ingredient of its first launch, Black Caviar Lux Serum. “Black caviar is the most nutritious of all the caviars,” he says. “It has an extra-potent boost of A, B, C and D vitamins.” When used in hair products, black-caviar extract has the ability to smooth the hair shaft and prevent breakage while locking in curly styles, eliminating the need to constantly wet and restyle hair. “In the summer, it’s easier to wash or wet your hair every single day,” says Tavares. But a wet head of hair isn’t something anybody wants to deal with in sub-zero temperatures. Black caviar eliminates that need entirely.

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We put our heads through a lot during the harsh winter months, from bulky hats to cold, dry air. That’s why it’s so important to take good care of your hair and scalp. The “skinification of haircare” trend is all about caring for the scalp with proven ingredients. “A healthier scalp will be less red, less flaky and less itchy, and also provides for a better growth environment for hair,” says Toronto dermatologist Dr. Benjamin Barankin, medical director and founder of the Toronto Dermatology Centre. Using Neutrogena’s Healthy Scalp shampoo and conditioner collection will help care for your scalp and keep your locks looking fabulous all season long. The dermatologist-recommended skincare brand has a shampoo and conditioner for every scalp and hair type. Follow these holistic tips to care for your hair and scalp this winter.

Shower smart

As tempting as it may be to jump into a steaming hot shower at the end of a frigid winter day, resist the urge. Washing your hair with hot water can be damaging to your scalp. “Water that’s too hot strips too much of the natural oils that our body’s skin and scalp require,” says Dr. Barankin. Instead, use warm water and skip the blow-dryer if you can; air drying is better for your scalp. (Just don’t go to sleep with wet hair, as that can actually dehydrate your skin and cause dryness, flakiness and itching). And remember, unless you’re a teenager, you don’t necessarily need to wash your hair every day. Dr. Barankin says less frequent hair washing is acceptable as we get older.

Use the right products

Make sure your shower is stocked with a high-quality shampoo and conditioner duo that will hydrate your hair and scalp: enter the Neutrogena Healthy Scalp shampoo and conditioner collection. Featuring three powerful formulas—Hydro Boost, Clarify & Shine, and Soothe & Calm—these cleansing bundles boast powerful, pH-balanced skincare ingredients that we normally use to improve our complexions. Plus, the entire collection is non-medicated, so you can grab your favourite formula off the shelf any time.

Reach for the Neutrogena Healthy Scalp Hydro Boost shampoo and conditioner, to quench and cleanse your hair and scalp. This duo boosts the scalp’s hydration level while moisturizing hair with hyaluronic acid. If you’re struggling with an oily scalp or greasy hair, try the Neutrogena Healthy Scalp Clarify & Shine shampoo and conditioner. Made with pink grapefruit, it tackles residue and buildup by clarifying and exfoliating for shiny, healthier-looking hair. Dealing with a dry scalp that’s more sensitive? Neutrogena’s Healthy Scalp Soothe & Calm shampoo and conditioner set features tea tree oil to soothe the scalp and moisturize strands. “Tea tree oil has antibacterial, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, so it can help with odour and pimples on the scalp,” Dr. Barankin says. Whichever shampoo and conditioner combo you choose to upgrade your winter beauty routine, your scalp and hair will thank you!

Practice good hair habits

Keep your style low-key this winter. Over-styling (using hot tools too often, chemical treatments too often and/or too much product) can cause hair breakage and dullness, along with buildup on the scalp. Getting regular trims is important for healthy hair, too, as older strands are more prone to breakage (hello, split ends!). Remember to protect your scalp from the sun even during the coldest months of the year. Dr. Barankin recommends wearing a hat, or applying sunscreen if your hair is thinning.

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We once ran from scissor-happy stylists for fear of unintentionally leaving the salon with a ’90s bowl cut or artsy mullet, but this year we embraced them. While we may best remember 2023 as the year Harry Styles’ majestic mane was shorn into a buzz cut (although, Florence Pugh did it first), it was also the year that most of us were open to experimenting with more daring haircuts.

Suffice to say, the top haircuts of 2023 involved a good deal of snipping. Ahead, we unpack five of the biggest haircut trends of 2023 and who wore them best.

The butterfly cut

 

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The secret to achieving the bouncy, layered locks that made us all ooh and ahh with envy this year was stepping into the salon and asking a hairstylist for the “butterfly cut.” In non-salon speak, you’d be asking for longer bangs and feathery, face-framing layers that vary from just beneath the chin at their shortest length, to below the shoulders at their longest.

Coined by celebrity hairstylist Sunnie Brook, this hairstyle gets its name from the way the layers fall and mimic butterfly wings. If you’re one to take hair inspiration from Instagram or TikTok, odds are you’ve spotted this style on Scandinavian influencer Matilda Djerf — whose name is immediately followed by the word “hair” when typed into Google. Accumulating nearly two billion views on TikTok’s #butterflycut hashtag, this hairdo combines the best of Jennifer Anniston’s iconic ’90s blowouts with Farrah Fawcett level volume.

 

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The blunt bob

 

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Yes, Hailey Bieber popularized glazed donut nails and a slew of other food-inspired beauty trends like strawberry girl glam and latte makeup, but as far as haircut trends are concerned, she basically sparked a “go short” movement when she chopped her brunette lengths into a blunt bob earlier this year.

This style, which involves having your hair evenly trimmed to one length that sits at your jawline, proves that snipping off longer locks can be worth the leap of faith. Whether you wear it straight and sleek or curly and tousled, it always reads chic and sophisticated. Trust in Bieber, who’s been flaunting it all year long.

 

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The “bixie”

 

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Somewhere between the bluntness of a bob and the structure of the pixie lies the “bixie” crop. Evanie Frausto, hairstylist to Bella Hadid, predicted in a Vogue article this year that the bixie would be autumn’s “cut of the season,” and we’d have to agree. It’s short and sweet, yet maintains a certain level of edginess when worn in a more mussed, slightly slept-in vibe.

In September, Victoria’s Secret angel Taylor Hill went viral when she posted a dramatic transformation video of her mid-length ombre locks being chopped into a bixie, which racked up over ten million views on Instagram and TikTok. Fellow model Iris Law, who is a long-time wearer of the bixie, sports her hairdo in a platinum blonde shade often adorned with miniature hair bows and clips.

 

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The curve or “C” cut

 

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The highly coveted “curve cut” (also known as the “C” cut) takes the term “face-framing layers” to another level. As its name suggests, this crop resembles the letter C with its rounded shape that curves soft, longer layers inwards toward the face.

With the layers clinging to the perimeter of the face, the jawline and cheekbones appear more enhanced, sculpted, and frankly, snatched! We’ve loved seeing this look on stars like Priyanka Chopra, Lucy Hale, and Elsa Hosk this year.

 

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The cub cut

 

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Last year, we predicted that in 2023, we’d be seeing more of the “wolf cut,” a style worn by Jenna Ortega in late 2022 at the peak of her Wednesday fame. Turns out we were *almost* right. This year, the “cub cut,” an evolution of the OG wolf cut trend, made its debut.

Keeping up with that playful and punky feel, the cub cut is like a cousin to the bob, and a sister to the wolf cut. It goes as short (or shorter!) as a classic bob, while maintaining the shagginess and varied layered lengths of its lupine predecessor. To best explain this look to your stylist, simply share a few photos of influencers like Emma Chamberlain or Cierra Nia Wright — they’ll know exactly what look you’re going for.

 

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Looking for more hair inspo? We’ve got tips for giving short bob haircuts volume and the best styling products for creating a slicked-back bun.

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Whether your hair is curly, straight or colour-treated, we’ve rounded up the best shampoo for oily hair of all types.

What to look for in the best shampoo for oily hair

When searching for a shampoo that’ll work best on oily hair, Chatters Salon ambassador and celebrity hairstylist Cindy Duplantis tells FASHION that you’ll want to start by finding the root cause of your grease (ha!). “It’s important to understand if you have naturally oily hair, or if the oil is due to the wrong products being used,” she says.

To determine which type of oily hair person you may be, look to the skin on your face for answers. “If you have naturally oily hair, you’ll also have oily skin in areas like your T-zone. If you have naturally dry skin, then you might be having a reaction to your products and it’s time to switch things up,” explains Duplantis.

When it comes to combatting oily hair, Duplantis says it’s all about balancing oil production. “Stripping your hair of its essential oils can actually overstimulate the glands and increase oil production.” With that in mind, Duplantis advises those with oilier hair types to reach for clarifying shampoos and scrubs that can break through grease and product buildup, without stripping it down.

“Shampoos best suited for those on the oily side are designed to hydrate while effectively clarifying the scalp, removing all oil and buildup. In this case, gentle hydrators that aren’t going to leave a residue or thick layer of moisture in your hair are ideal,” says Duplantis.

The takeaway? The best shampoo for oily hair is a lightweight one.

The best shampoo for oily hair 2023

Best overall

Oribe Serene Scalp Oil Control Shampoo

Oribe’s Serene Scalp Oil Control Shampoo ticks all the boxes, starting with the fundamental understanding that healthy hair begins at the scalp. Here, a clarifying blend of green marine algae and a sugar-derived prebiotic team up to minimize and control oil while regulating the scalp’s microbiome to reduce further production of excess sebum.

And if you weren’t already sold, take in the fact that this cleanser extends the time between washes, so you can prolong your styles without worrying about the impending dread of wash day.

Pros

• Regulates excess oil
• Controls sebum on both hair and scalp
• Naturally regulates the scalp’s microbiome
• Extends time in between washes

Cons

• On the more expensive side

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Best for chemically treated hair

Loma Daily Shampoo

Looking for an oily hair shampoo that’s safe for coloured locks? Opt for Loma’s natural formula. Made with an Aloemoist Complex comprised of plant extracts, oils, vitamins and minerals, this budget-friendly shampoo works to clarify the hair while naturally nourishing it in the process.

Described as the brand’s “most effective solution for oily hair and scalps,” its a product anyone with colour-treated hair can benefit from picking up. Plus, it’s got Duplantis’ stamp of approval for washing your hair.

Pros

• Safe for colour-treated hair
• Suitable for all hair types
• Adds shine
• Detangles
• Healthy deep clean

Cons

• Has a tangerine, orange, and grapefruit scent that may not be ideal for consumers who prefer to shop fragrance-free

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Best for oily scalp and dry ends

R+Co Television Perfect Hair Shampoo

This all-in one shampoo promises body, shine, strength, softness, and smoothness for all hair types. But what makes it particularly effective for people with oily scalps and dry ends (tricky!) is an ingredient combo that balances oil-prone scalps while hydrating dehydrated ends. 

Juniper Berry extract helps maintain the scalp’s oil balance, detoxifying hair follicles and soaking up impurities on the hair and scalp while adding weightless moisture. Meanwhile, Babassu seed oil, an emollient with restorative properties, deep conditions dry hair. 

Pros

• Lightweight
• Works for all hair types
• Many users say it’s a salon quality product
• Encourages healthy hair growth

Cons

• While many reviewers love the scent, some say it’s overpowering

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Best for fine hair

Nécessaire The Shampoo

With its lightweight formula and focus on thinning hair, Nécessaire’s shampoo is a top choice for fine hair types. Taking a skincare approach to the scalp, this shampoo relies on hyaluronic acid to help hydrate the scalp, minimize build-up and relieve itchiness as it cleanses.

We love that the plant surfactant ingredients within this product provide a deeper cleanse without weighing the hair down — which is key, especially for hair that is already on the finer side. This formula is ideal for removing excess impurities like dry shampoo, too.

Pros

• Lightweight
• Suitable for all hair types
• Relieves itchiness
• Fragrance-free

Cons

• Some reviewers mention it was a tad drying, so be sure to follow up with a conditioner that works for you

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Best for curls

Carol’s Daughter Wash Day Delight Water-to-Foam Shampoo

The words “Wash Day Delight” are sure to perk up the ears of any curly girl, especially when they’re linked to a high-performance shampoo like this one by Carol’s Daughter. This water-to-foam shampoo can deeply cleanse kinks, coils, curls, and the scalp they live on without stripping the hair of its natural oils.

The micellar water ingredient works like a magnet to draw out product buildup and the oils you don’t want, leaving the scalp squeaky clean. Did we mention it features a targeted applicator nozzle to allow for direct access to the scalp?

Pros

• Budget-friendly
• Made for curly hair types
• Helps detangle hair
• Features a targeted applicator nozzle that allows for easy scalp access
• Rinses out easily

Cons

• Some reviewers wish it had more lather

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Best budget

L’Oréal Paris Hair Expertise Extraordinary Clay Shampoo

For a budget-friendly buy, opt for a drugstore clay shampoo that promises to treat both oily roots and dry ends. What’s not to love?

Infused with three mineral clays, this shampoo works its magic by simultaneously providing a deep cleanse at the scalp, while hydrating the ends of your hair as it runs down your lengths. The result? Up to 72 hours of fresh roots, and happy strands.

Pros

• Affordable
• Promotes shine
• Rinses clean and leaves no residue behind
• Keeps hair fresh for up to 72 hours

Cons

• One reviewer notes it may not be powerful enough for curly or coily hair types

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Best for oily scalp

Biolage Scalpsync Cooling Mint Shampoo

One thing we can appreciate when it comes to hair care? A product that truly feels like it’s working. That sensation is particularly rewarding in the case of oily scalps.

Thanks to its mint leaf ingredient, this shampoo delivers a cooling sensation that feels oh-so refreshing. As it penetrates the scalp, this shampoo cleanses excess oil and removes scalp debris, so you can rinse to reveal a healthy-looking, fresh-feeling head of hair.

Pros

• Designed to wash oily hair and scalps
• Provides a cooling sensation
• Helps balance the scalp
• Affordable
• Minty-fresh alternative to typical shampoo for oily hair key ingredients apple cider vinegar and salicylic acid

Cons

• Some reviewers are not fans of the fragrance

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Best luxury

Ouai Detox Shampoo

Spoil your scalp with a thorough cleanse using Ouai’s Detox Shampoo. As its name suggests, this cleanser acts as a “detox” that can be used once a week (or more if you need a really deep cleanse).

Apple cider vinegar and hydrolyzed keratin are the star ingredients within this product that exfoliate and cleanse the scalp while keeping the rest of your hair looking soft and shiny. For that extra spa-like feel, this shampoo is scented with notes of rose, bergamot, lychee, cedarwood and white musk so your hair can smell as fresh as it’ll feel after use.

Pros

• Provides a deep cleanse without stripping the hair down
• Clears the scalp of product buildup
• Suitable for all hair types
• Boosts softness and shine while reducing frizz

Cons

• On the more expensive side

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Best sulfate-free

OGX Extra Strength Refreshing Scalp + Teatree Mint Shampoo

The name of the game when shopping for oily hair types is balance, not removal! It’s important to remember that you don’t want to strip the hair of its natural oils completely. Sulfate ingredients in shampoos can often prove to be too stripping, which is where sulfate-free shampoos come in.

OGX’s Refreshing Scalp + Teatree Mint shampoo is one of our favourite sulfate-free selects. Inside this bottle, tea tree oil and peppermint awaken the scalp with a tingling sensation, as witch hazel helps carry out a gentle yet effective cleanse.

Pros

• Lightweight
• Creates a satisfying tingling sensation
• Affordable
• Sulfate-free
• Great for scalp and hair treatment

Cons

• One reviewer says the formula may be too thick for an even flow to come out of the nozzle

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Best for dry/damaged

Briogeo Scalp Revival Charcoal + Coconut Oil Micro-Exfoliating Shampoo

Here’s a haircare revelation that may come as a shock to some: not all shampoos have to exist in liquid form! Briogeo’s scalp-exfoliating shampoo is proof, and it works wonders for thirsty tresses that are also oily — a tricky combination to treat.

In addition to detoxifying and soothing the scalp, this micro-exfoliant cleanser draws upon coconut oil to help lock in moisture. In a clinical study, it was revealed that this product increased scalp hydration by up to 120 per cent! No wonder it’s one of the brand’s bestsellers.

Pros

• Suitable for all hair types
• Deeply exfoliates
• Hydrates the scalp
• Soothes itchiness
• Use frequency depends on your hair type and scalp conditions

Cons

• Some consumers who typically use liquid shampoos may not be used to the texture

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In the whirlwind of holiday preparations, finding the perfect gift can be a daunting task. But what if we told you there’s a gift that can also be a time-saving treat for yourself? Revlon’s latest innovation, the One-Step Volumizer PLUS blowout brush, is here to elevate your hair styling and gifting game all at once. This buzzy new tool was named the winner of the Best New Hair Tool category in the 2023 Beauty Awards, and rightfully so. Leaving your hair shinier and more voluminous in up to half of the time thanks to its 2.4” oval head, four heat settings, and charcoal-infused nylon pins. It also features a travel-friendly detachable head and a lightweight, slim handle for easy styling.

To truly put this award-winning tool to the test so it can earn a spot on your holiday shopping list, we tasked five beauty experts with various hair textures to try it out themselves and share their first-hand experiences.

Lora Grady, Beauty, Trends & Features Editor for Cosmetics magazine and freelance beauty writer

I typically air-dry or blow-dry my curls using a diffuser, so I was very curious to see what results I would get from the Revlon One-Step Volumizer PLUS First impressions: It’s super easy to use, thanks to its cool tip and swivel cord, and works really well. As much as I’ve tried over the years, I never mastered the art of using a round brush in one hand while operating a blow dryer in the other. This tool does both, which means it delivers mega volume—something I struggle to achieve with my fine hair. I also appreciate the multiple heat settings, including the cool one (almost every pro hairstylist I’ve ever spoken to about hot tools has mentioned the importance of setting a look with cold air as a final step). This is definitely a tool I would use again.

Janu Yasotharan, Creative Director and Writer

I can honestly say that the Revlon One-Step Volumizer PLUS is a game-changer for me. I love tools that combine round brushes and blow dryers, and to me, this specific tool is the most accessible—in price point and in how easy it is to use—way to get that salon-blowout look at home. I really like the oval-shaped barrel over the round barrels that are in the market at the moment—this means maximum contact with my hair, which leaves me with a smooth and sleek finish. I also love that the Revlon One-Step Volumizer PLUS multiple settings, including cold. Most consumer-brand brushes in the market require users to press a button while using the brush to get a cold shot in so they can set their look, which I was often frustrated with. It was nice to set my roots with the ease of simply switching the temperature dial.

Vanessa Fontaine, Beauty and Health Writer

I hate drying my hair. It usually takes about 40 minutes to blow dry and tame this frizzy mess. That wasn’t the case with the Revlon One-Step Volumizer PLUS, which gave me a polished, salon-worthy blowout in about 15 minutes.

I’ve tried other drying brushes before but always found myself going back to my trusted blow dryer. Without a nozzle that I can point downwards, I would usually end up with a flyaway explosion. So I was surprised to see how the mix of short and long bristles on this brush could detangle and smooth everything all at once, without the need for flat iron touch-ups. The heat settings took some getting used to, but after a few tries, I just started counting the notches without looking: three clicks allowed me to go from the hottest setting to a final blast of cool air, leaving my strands with Kate Middleton-esque bounce and shine.

Ingrie Williams, Beauty and Style Writer, Co-Founder of The T-Zone

It took mere seconds to snap the brush head of the Revlon One-Step Volumizer PLUS onto the wand (the design is a travel-friendly dream), and the first thing that caught my attention was the shape and weight of the brush. It was very easy to hold on to, and the contoured handle sat nicely in my palm without feeling bulky or cumbersome. I was pleasantly surprised to find it was much lighter in weight than many styling tools I’ve encountered. I have a lot of very coarse, coily hair and my upper body strength is a WIP, but my arms and wrists never felt fatigued throughout my styling session. And it didn’t take as long as I thought it would to work through my mane. The airflow output is also powerful. After playing around with the settings, I used the medium one to work through looser curls at the nape of my neck, and I switched to high for the tighter texture near the crown of my head. What I was most impressed by was how easily the bristles grabbed my curls and ran through them, but also how the oval brush shape was easy to wield. I thought I would experience some moments of tangling because I don’t have professional skills, but that didn’t happen. With minimal effort, the brush dried and stretched my curls better than I expected, offering the perfect prep for a protective style or additional smoothing.

Suzie Michael Galway, Acting Beauty Director, FASHION

I’ve been curious about the Revlon One-Step Volumizer PLUS since, like everyone else on the planet, it took over my TikTok FYP last year. I have wavy hair (somewhere between type 2A and 2B, depending on the day) that’s quite fine, though there is a lot of it. Perhaps most importantly, I do not enjoy styling it and usually just…don’t. So while I was certainly curious about the Revlon brush’s performance, I was equally as curious about the user experience because I’d heard it made blowouts so easy and, dare I say it, enjoyable.

I’m happy to report that not only did it give me the best at-home blowout ever, I really didn’t mind the process of blow-drying my hair. The blow dryer/round brush combo really takes the arm workout out of styling, and the entire process took about 10 minutes. I did have to touch up my hair the following day but that’s not much of a chore with the Volumizer PLUS. I’ll definitely be incorporating it into my regular styling routine. (Or I guess I should say, I’m excited to finally have a regular styling routine for the first time ever).

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What to look for in the best hair masks

Designed to rejuvenate and restore lacklustre hair, hair masks are a crucial step in a solid haircare routine. No matter your hair type or texture, celebrity hairstylist Glenna Sandy tells FASHION that these masks should be added to everyone’s regimen.

“They take the place of a conditioner and provide more protection against dehydration, frizz, and free radicals,” she explains. “If you live in an area that experiences fall and winter, adding a hair mask to your hair routine is essential, as the cold air and climate directly impact the health of our hair.”

Sandy recommends prepping with a clarifying shampoo in the shower, before following up with your hair mask and allowing it to sit for about 10-15 minutes or so — depending on what the product label recommends. “If you want more of an impact, or if you have low porosity hair [hair that doesn’t absorb water and moisture well], you can also apply heat by sitting under a dryer as well.”

And, as a general rule of thumb, Sandy advises those with fine hair to stick with lightweight masks, while those with thicker hair will require something a little heavier. How often you reach for these masks, she explains, is entirely up to you and how your hair feels.

“There are no hard and fast rules about when you’d use a hair mask. If you can feel a change in your hair or it feels dry or brittle, you can reach for a mask. Or, you can incorporate it into your routine in a more scheduled way, like every other wash for example,” she says. “I always suggest people do what works for their individual needs to make things less complicated for themselves.”

Best hair mask products 2023

Best overall

K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask

Considered a molecular miracle worker, K18’s Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask lands the top spot. As its name suggests, this mask utilizes an innovative K18Peptide, which is precisely the right size and molecular structure to penetrate the innermost parts of our hair and repair keratin chains broken by chemical, colour, and bleach treatments—as well as heat damage.

This mask has been clinically proven to reverse said damage in just four minutes. After use, hair regains its strength and appears softer, smoother, and bouncier than ever. Use this product is made to be used as a leave-in—it doesn’t need to be rinsed out like other hair masks.

Pros

• Suitable for all hair types
• Safe for colour-treated hair
• Doubles as a mask and a leave-in
• Seals the hair cuticle
• Won’t make hair feel greasy

Cons

• Pricey

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Best rated

Kérastase Résistance Masque Extentioniste

When we say Kérastase’s Résistance Masque Extentioniste is worth the hype, don’t just take our word for it. Look to the 2,000+ Amazon reviews that have secured this mask a 4.6-star rating on Amazon for proof. One user even described it as a “miracle in a bottle.”

Infused with amino acids, this mask seeks to strengthen hair while repairing damaged lengths, sealing split ends, and warding off future breakage. To treat those pesky split ends, focus this product on the mid-lengths to ends of your hair, leave it on for 5-10 minutes, and then rinse for best results.

Pros

• Suitable for all hair types
• Boosts shine
• Promotes hair growth

Cons

• On the pricey side

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Best for dry/damaged hair

Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask

Dry and damaged hair will drink up this pick by Moroccanoil.  This beloved haircare brand offers several mask options, from the Weightless Hydrating Hair Mask to the Smoothing Hair Mask, but this Intense Hydrating Hair Mask is without a doubt the right fit for those in need of some serious fixing up. And all it takes is 5 minutes for this deep conditioning mask to work its magic.

A nourishing blend of argan oil and linseed extract come together within this formula to promote healthier, more hydrated hair. Shop the larger 16.9-ounce tub if you have especially dry, coarse or over-treated tresses. Anyone with thick or curly hair knows that we tend to be a little heavy-handed with our product portions.

Pros

• Short use time
• Improves elasticity
• Improves shine

Cons

• Not recommended for fine hair types

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Best for bleached hair

L’Oréal Professionnel Vitamono Colour Care Hair Mask

L’Oréal Professional’s Vitamino Colour line is committed to keeping your bleached hair feeling as good as it looks. Whether you’re trying to maintain a colour brought on by bleaching your hair or recover from the damage caused during the process, this Vitamino Colour Care Hair Mask will serve you in more ways than one.

If you’re still trying to keep up with colour, this mask provides up to six times more shine and protects against up to eight weeks of colour fading. Or, if intense hydration is what you need, soak up its strengthening and restorative benefits to revive damaged hair. What can we say, it’s pro-level haircare you can use from the comfort of your own bathroom.

Pros

• Boosts colour vibrancy
• Protects against breakage
• Adds shine

Cons

• Features a strong floral fragrance that some consumers may not like

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Best drugstore

Shea Moisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen & Restore Hair Treatment Masque

With a “Strengthen & Restore” promise, Shea Moisture’s Jamaican Black Castor Oil Treatment is a drugstore gem. Designed to remedy dry, damaged, and chemically treated hair, it’s a top contender for anyone who frequently colours, heat styles, or overmanipulates their tresses.

This deep conditioner harnesses the power of starring Jamaican black castor oil (which is believed to promote hair growth!) and shea butter ingredients to provide softer, shinier, more manageable hair. Plus, its peppermint ingredient stimulates the scalp with a spa-like cooling sensation that we can’t get enough of.

Wear this mask for 10-15 minutes under a dryer. Or, use It heatless for up to 30 minutes.

Pros

• Budget-friendly
• Works with or without heat
• Colour safe

Cons

• May weigh down fine hair

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Best for frizz

Redken Frizz Dismiss Mask

Frizz, where? This Frizz Dismiss Mask by Redken is a true anti-frizz warrior. Made to target unruly strands, this treatment is the third step in the hair care brand’s Frizz Dismiss routine, and it’s arguably the most important.

Within this product, a babassu oil and smoothing complex duo team up to tame frizz-prone stands. Additionally, this mask also provides humidity protection so you can confidently face the outdoors.

Pros

• Suitable for all types
• Short use time
• Also provides heat protection

Cons

• Some reviews report it may not be suitable for fine hair types

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Best for hair growth

Mielle Rosemary Mint Strengthening Hair Masque

If this Mielle mask looks familiar, you may be thinking of its viral oil counterpart, the Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening Oil. The oil absolutely blew up on social media with consumers claiming it made their hair grow, so it’s only right that we mention the mask from the same collection in this best for hair growth category.

Drawing upon its rosemary and biotin ingredients, this penetrative mask’s formula is a true recipe for longer hair. Rosemary oil is said to have both restorative and preventative hair loss benefits, which is why it’s widely considered a charm for hair growth. And biotin is reported to do much of the same. The healthier your hair is, the easier it’ll be to grow long, luscious, locks!

Pros

• Affordable
• Hydrates
• Strengthens
• Safe for thin hair
• Apply the mask weekly for best results

Cons

• Features a strong floral fragrance that some consumers may not like

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Best hydrating

Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Hair Mask

Delivering a blast of hydration, Amika’s Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Hair Mask is like a cool drink of water for thirsty hair. Though hyaluronic acid is typically thought to be more of a skincare ingredient, it’s one of the main attractions within this mask formula alongside squalene.

Plump hair up to attract more moisture with this powerhouse duo. Moisture loss is prevented and the cuticle stays sealed. It’s also clinically proven to hydrate hair for up to five days, while making it five times more hydrated and easier to comb after a single use. We won’t argue with science about those results!

Pros

• Detangles
• Provides slip
• Reduces breakage
• Safe for color-treated hair
• Works in tandem with the brand’s shampoo and conditioners or can be used on its own

Cons

• Best suited for medium to thick types

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Best for fine hair

Ouai Treatment Mask for Fine and Medium Hair

This offering by celebrity hairstylist Jen Atkin’s Ouai is specifically catered to fine to medium hair types. If you’re looking to boost shine and restore hydration without weighing your hair down, this is the mask for you.

A shea butter, panthenol, and hydrolyzed keratin and protein concoction come together to condition your strands while simultaneously preventing breakage and keeping frizz and flyaways at bay. As a result, your hair will appear softer, stronger, and shinier. We think your hair is worthy of a little celebrity treatment, don’t you?

Pros

• Lightweight
• Colour safe
• Approved for all textures

Cons

• Best suited for fine to medium types

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Best for curly hair

Carol’s Daughter Coco Creme Deep Conditioning Treatment Hair Mask

Designed with super dry curls and coils in mind, selecting this Carol’s Daughter mask for the best for curls category was a no-brainer. We know that curly hair often requires more moisture than other hair textures, and Carol’s Daughter understands this.

The Coco Crème “recipe” within this mask that runs throughout the entire Coco Crème collection boasts a deep conditioning combination of coconut milk, coconut oil, mango butter, and murumuru butter. It’s a creamy, buttery blend of replenishing goodness that is intense enough for even the coiliest curls to absorb. Trust us, your curly hair will never be happier.

Pros

• Affordable
• Increases softness
• Provides long-lasting curl definition
• Leave on for 15 minutes or longer, with or without a shower cap, to have extremely healthy hair

Cons

• Best suited for curly hair

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Best budget

Maui Moisture Heal & Hydrate

Maui Moisture’s Heal & Hydrate Hair Mask packs a whole lot of bang for its buck. The under-$10 price point is also especially appealing. This shea butter-rich treatment targets dry hair so that your strands can survive the winter looking as quenched, and nourished as ever.

This mask’s tropical formula fusion of shea butter, coconut milk, and pure macadamia oil (lighter than olive oil) is a remedy for damage and dehydration. Plus, it can also be used as a leave-in for dry hair that needs a little extra oomph.

Pros

• Affordable
• Colour safe
• Use It as a leave-in or rinse-out

Cons

• Features a strong floral fragrance that some consumers may not like

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Best luxury

Oribe Gold Lust Transformative Hair Masque

What’s more luxurious than gold? Oribe’s Gold Lust Transformative Hair Masque is a royal treatment, indeed. Described as being a “fountain of youth for hair,” this mask was made to penetrate overworked hair and rebuild hair fibres with reparative white tea, baobab and jasmine extracts.

Treat yourself to a soothing scalp massage as you work this mask into your strands and take in notes of Oribe’s signature Côte d’Azur fragrance. Before you know it, your shower will be transformed into a spa with scents of Calabrian bergamot, white butterfly jasmine, and sandalwood swirling around you.

Pros

• Intensely nourishing
• Strengthening
• Adds softness, shine, and body
• Richer than traditional conditioners
• Seals the hair shaft

Cons

• Pricey

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Worn for decades in Black and brown communities, backed by seemingly every content creator on TikTok, and worn by trendsetting models like Bella Hadid, it’s clear that this slicked-back style has major staying power.

Its cleanliness gives off a polished look that everyone loves — hair that’s been styled but not overdone. It snatches the face for a naturally sculpted model-off-duty look. It’s simple enough to style.

But there is a fair amount of personal preference and self-assessment that should come into play before you attempt a slicked-back bun. Ultimately, the success of this style is largely determined by the products you choose.

Sure, a brush and a holding product of some sort are the absolute bare necessities, but your dream slicked-back bun may be the result of a more personalized and involved concoction of products. Do you prefer the finish of a cream or gel? Does your hair type require products with extra hold? To mousse or not to mousse?

From must-have brushes to frizz-taming favourites, we’ve rounded up 10 of the best slicked-back bun essentials to help keep strands sleek and stray hairs in check without leaving behind a greasy finish or product build-up. Whether your hair is naturally straight or coiled, we’ve got you covered below.

Pattern by Tracy Ellis Ross Double-Sided Bristle Brush

For that super-sleek look, you’ll want a boar bristle brush like this one from PATTERN to firmly sculpt your hair into place. Plus, the nylon bristles on the other side of this dual-sided brush help smooth flyaways down.

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Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil

Before you begin slicking, apply Olaplex’s No.7 Bonding Oil to the ends of your hair to repair, strengthen, and hydrate your locks in preparation for styling.

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Dae Cactus Fruit 3-in-1 Styling Cream

As seen on #BeautyTok, this multi-purpose Dae cream can be used to smooth strands down and tame frizz with its moisturizing blend of hydrating botanical ingredients.

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Oribe Très Set Structure Spray

This mist-to-mousse structure spray by Oribe keeps hair in place all day long while still looking soft and adding a dose of salon-worthy shine.

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Eco Style Olive Oil Styling Gel

Prefer a gel to slick your strands back? Eco Styler is a classic — especially for those with curly hair! Made with 100% pure olive oil, this product is sure to leave your hair as hydrated as it is sleek.

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JVN Complete Hydrating Air Dry Hair Cream

Fight frizz with this buildable styling cream by JVN, formulated with strengthening squalane, making it suitable for all hair types.

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TIGI Bed Head Hair Stick

Here’s another TikTok viral product worth the hype — TIGI Bed Head’s Hair Stick. Use this styling stick around the hairline before and after brushing your hair back for an extra slick hold without any build-up.

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Kitsch Dual-Edge Brush & Comb

Curlier, more textured hair types will find that using an edge brush is helpful when trying to tame flyaways and baby hairs.

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Ouai Matte Pomade

Seal the deal with a dollop of Ouai’s cult fave Matte Pomade to lock in your sleek style without it leaving it looking greasy.

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Mixed Chicks Slick Styling Tamer

For hair that may need a little extra hold around the hairline (like types 3-4c hair), reach for an extra firm hold edge control like this castor- and coconut oil-infused pick by Mixed Chicks.

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What to look for in the best heat protectant for hair

As you prepare to style your hair with heat, keep in mind that your prep process can affect the style just as much as the quality of your hot tools. Ensure your results are sleek, soft, and healthy-looking by reaching for a thermal protectant that defends up to 230 degrees Celsius.

This is especially important if you use your tools on thick, curly hair which may require more heat.

Depending on your hair type, texture, and personal preference, you may also want to consider the texture of the heat protectant spray you’d like to buy. Do you need a lightweight spray because you have fine hair? Do your curls require a thicker cream with a little extra moisture? It’s important to think about what works best for you and your hair in order to achieve optimal results.

Celebrity hairstylist Naeemah LaFond told FASHION contributor Megan Kirkwood about the importance of heat protection for textured hair. “Make sure you prep the hair to not only protect it against heat damage but to also make sure it’s moisturized and nourished.”

This is particularly important for folks with textured hair, but all hair types can benefit from products that provide moisture and protection against heat.

When it comes time to wash your hair and revert it back to your natural texture, it still looks and feels healthy.

No hairstyle is worth compromising the health of your hair, which is why a heat protectant for hair will be your saviour this party season. Below, we’ve rounded up eight of the best heat protectants for hair of all types for you to shop this season.

The best heat protectants for hair to buy right now

Best overall

Oribe Royal Blowout Heat Styling Spray

Our pick for overall best heat protectant for hair goes to none other than Oribe. With a few spritzes of this Royal Blowout Heat Styling Spray, you’ll be on your way to achieving the sleekest, shiniest blowout no matter your hair texture. The patented film-former polymer within its formula creates a protective barrier over hair strands.

Ceramides guard strands against thermal styling, the argan oil ingredient simultaneously keeps hair looking bright and soft. Use this lightweight heat protectant spray on damp hair. It draws upon the power of a silicone complex to help speed up your hair drying time.

Pros

• All-texture approved
• Boosts softness and shine
• Helps repair split ends
• Helps wet hair dry quicker

Cons

• On the more expensive side

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Best budget

L’Oréal Paris Dream Lengths Heat Slayer Spray

In the market for a high-performing heat protectant that won’t break the bank? Look no further than this L’Oréal Paris Dream Lengths Heat Slayer Spray. This spray comes from the brand’s expertly crafted Dream Lengths system, which is designed to help you achieve your dream hair length.

Enjoy up to three days worth of sleek hair that stays hydrated and frizz-free. We also love the under-$10 price point.

Pros

• Boasts heat protection up to 230 degrees Celsius
• Locks in shine
• Defends against humidity
• Helps seal split ends

Cons

• Has a sweet, fruity, and floral fragrance that may be a dealbreaker for those who prefer to shop fragrance-free

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Best rated

Kérastase L’incroyable Blow Dry Hair Lotion

With over 1,500 reviews that contribute to its 4.6-star rating on Amazon, Kérastase’s L’incroyable Blow Dry Hair Lotion is undoubtedly a crowd-pleaser. Though this styling serum offers heat protection for up to 230 degrees Celsius, there’s much more to it than that.

Thanks to its heat-sensitive microwax technology, this product not only helps to set your hairstyles — but also allows for flexible re-shaping and styling. If you switch up your haircare and styles on a regular basis, you’ll be able to do so with ease and with up to 96 hours of anti-frizz control.

Pros

• Provides long-wear hold that is easily flexible
• Slows hair greasing
• Smoothing
• No reapplication necessary

Cons

• On the more expensive side

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Best for fine hair

Redken Thermal Spray

If you’ve got thin hair, opt for a heat-protectant spray that won’t weigh your strands down too much. With its lightweight formula and heat protection for up to 230 degrees Celsius, Redken’s Thermal Spray from its Heat Styling Collection will surely tick all your boxes.

Infused with ceramides and cranberry oil, this setting mist provides all-day frizz and humidity control so your looks can last. Plus, its maximum hold claim means you’re free to create high-definition looks with your flat irons and curling iron wands that’ll retain their shape.

Pros

• Lightweight
• The formula reactivates with heat so you can constantly change up your style
• Provides high hold with shape memory

Cons

• May leave behind a slightly sticky feeling

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Best for curls

Verb Ghost Prep Heat Protectant

Using a heat protectant is especially necessary for those with curly hair. That’s because you don’t want to disrupt the flow of your curls or permanently damage your curl pattern. Verb’s Ghost Prep Heat Protectant is the perfect hair primer for curls. It preps hair for high-heat styling, helps retain moisture, and tames flyaways.

Because curly hair often needs more moisture than other hair types, some curly folks (like myself) may prefer the texture of a lotion over a spray to ensure their hair is getting as much moisture as possible in the styling process — especially if your hair is on the medium-thick side. Luckily, this lotion is lightweight enough to use on fine curls, too!

Pros

• Smooths strands
• De-frizzes curls
• Adds shine
• Ideal hair care for curls, waves and texture touched by hot tools

Cons

• Has a grapefruit-oatmeal scent that may be a dealbreaker for those who prefer to shop fragrance-free

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Best for chemically treated hair

Pureology Colour Fanatic Multi-Tasking Leave-In Spray

Shield chemically treated hair with this multi-tasking spray by Pureology. It boasts 21 benefits for coloured hair—heat protection included. Formulated with Pureology’s very own AntiFade Complex, this mist prevents hair colour from fading so your freshly dyed hairdo can last longer.

Over time, this leave-in heat protectant spray treatment will boost the vibrancy of your colour. What’s more, camelina, coconut, and olive oil ingredients within its formula help to nurture, moisturize and add shine to chemically processed hair from root to tip.

Pros

• Keeps coloured hair from fading
• Keeps hair moisturized and conditioned
• Increases shine
• Detangles

Cons

• Some reviews report it having an overpowering scent

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Best for natural hair

Briogeo Farewell Frizz Blow Dry Perfection Heat Protectant Cream

As was the case with the best for curls category, using a heat protectant is non-negotiable for anyone with natural hair before heat styling. “When working with textured hair, you always want to make sure you’re not damaging your curl pattern with your blowout, so you can always restore your original coil afterwards,” explained LaFond.

Our pick for natural hair is Briogeo’s Farewell Frizz Blow Dry Perfection Heat Protectant Cream. This smoothing primer protects against heat up to 230 degrees Celsius, while the coconut oil ingredient keeps hair moisturized and protected against damage — so you know your natural kinks and coils will bounce back to life post-styling.

Pros

• Increases shine
• Fights frizz
• Silicone-free
• Locks in hydration and locks out humidity

Cons

• Some reviews report it may not be the best option for those with fine hair

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Best for dry hair

Dae Agave Dry Heat Protection & Hold Styling Mist

Infused with key moringa leaf extract and prickly pear seed oil, Dae’s Agave Dry Heat Protection & Holding Mist spray is a miracle worker for hair that is dry and in need of nourishment. After use, hair feels softer, shinier, and restored ahead of heat styling. We love the healthy blend of desert-derived ingredients within its formula.

And if that weren’t enough, this also works like a charm on hair that is literally dry to the touch (as opposed to damp hair, which is needed for most heat protectants to work effectively).  This multitasking spray is designed to be spritzed directly onto dry hair. It’s ideal for when you need retouching and protection, but don’t want to dampen your entire head of hair.

Pros

• All hair types and textures approved
• Provides a long-lasting, flexible hold
• Prevents frizz
• Provides heat protection for up to 230 degrees Celsius

Cons

• Made exclusively for use on dry hair

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The same can be said for your hair. Multi-step hair routines have become the norm (leave-ins and serums and oils; oh my!). But when all is said and done, all of the styling products in the world won’t make a difference if your in-shower regimen (you know, good ol’ shampoo and conditioner) isn’t up-to-par. 

Enter: Nexxus. Thanks to an impressive selection of salon-quality, protein-crafted shampoo and conditioner collections that cater to every hair need and goal, you can find the right haircare routine for your unique needs, and get the personalized solutions you’re after.

Take the guesswork out of a good hair day and shop Nexxus’ formulas, backed by the molecular study of proteins, which are proven to deliver salon-quality results. 

Your best hair ever awaits. 

1. Hair goal: Stronger, healthier hair

Ingredients: PROTEINFUSION blend of Keratin Protein and Black Rice

If you’re dealing with brittle, damaged hair due to excessive colouring, bleaching, chemical treatments, heat or sun damage, look no further than Nexxus’ Keraphix Keratin line, infused with a blend of keratin and black rice to nourish and detangle your hair. Take that first step in the healing process and treat severely damaged strands.

2. Hair goal: Shiny, hydrated hair

Ingredients: Green Caviar and Protein Complex

Is your hair looking and feeling drier than usual? The silicone-free Therappe Shampoo and Humectress Conditioner are formulated with green caviar and elastin protein to infuse hair with essential nutrients and replenish each individual hair fiber, providing 24-hour moisture. 

3. Hair goal: Vibrant colour that lasts

Ingredients: Elastin Protein and Quinoa

Having trouble getting your fabulous new highlights to last without looking dull and faded? Choosing an in-shower routine that specifically targets coloured hair concerns is key. Nexxus’ Colour Assure Shampoo and Conditioner nourishes hair and locks in your colour’s vibrancy, so it always looks bright. 

4. Hair goal: A deep clean that leaves hair feeling soft and purified

Ingredients: Elastin Protein and Marine Minerals

Is there anything better than that squeaky clean feeling after you step out of the shower? A buildup of debris, product, and general day-to-day grime can accumulate on your scalp and strands (sorry for the visual, but it’s true), and leave your hair looking and feeling not-so-clean. Nexxus’ Clean & Pure Nourishing Detox Shampoo and Conditioner is a game-changing system gently cleanses and purifies hair without the use of parabens, dyes or silicones. Formulated with good-for-you ingredients that revive your hair, this lightweight shampoo and nourishing conditioner reveal your hair’s shine and movement. 

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How traditional hot tools work

Changing hair texture—adding curls, straightening, smoothing frizz—requires temporarily breaking and resetting the hydrogen bonds in your hair using water or heat. Traditional hairstyling tools use very high temperatures to break and reset these bonds to create styles and dry hair. But what most people don’t realize is that over time, that heat can create irreversible damage, especially when it comes to loss of strength and elasticity. “As soon as the elasticity is gone, hair looks dry, drab and dull,” says celebrity hairstylist and Dyson global styling ambassador Matthew Collins.

Styling from wet to dry means the Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler doesn’t need to rely on extreme heat to set your hair into its desired shape. “If we keep the temperature below 150 C (or 300 F), we’re in the safe zone,” says Anna Robb, senior design engineer at Dyson. That’s why the Airwrap uses intelligent heat control to calculate the temperature 40 times per second, ensuring that the heat output never rises above 150 degrees, while still locking in amazing style.

Dyson’s hair-friendly technology

The coolest feature of the Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler is the innovative use of the aerodynamic phenomenon called the Coanda effect. Powered by Dyson’s digital V9 motor, the Coanda airflow dries, curls, shapes and smooths hair without extreme heat. Think of it this way, Robb says: when you’re pouring water out of a glass and the fluid dribbles down the side, it’s because that fluid wants to attach to that surface. The same happens with hair and the Airwrap—strands are attracted to the curvature of the barrel. The result is smooth, shiny locks without fly-aways.

“At Dyson, there is an obsession with perfection,” Collins says. Last year, the company committed over half a billion GBP to expand and accelerate research and technology development across its beauty portfolio. “We try to reinvent every category we enter,” Robb says. Dyson uses state-of-the-art equipment (including microscopes, thermal cameras and airflow laser smoke machines) to help engineers better understand different hair types, the impact of hair damage and the effects of high-speed airflow. The company also conducts extensive user trials to see how people respond to the technology as it’s being developed.

A few other improvements also make the latest model of the Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler a must-have. The new brush attachments automatically change direction when you switch sides of your head, so their airflow always projects downwards to align with your hair cuticle and reduce frizz. And the new multi-directional Airwrap barrels allow you to create bouncy curls and waves in both directions with a quick twist of the cool tip. “We want to really empower people to be able to personalize the tool to suit their styling needs,” Robb says. Plus, the ergonomic controls make the Airwrap easy and comfortable to use so you’re not straining your arms.

Recently, Robb has been focused on developing attachments that make Dyson’s haircare machines more versatile for all hair types. This fall, a new large round volumizing brush and precision-engineered diffuser for the Airwrap will launch in Canada, delivering more versatility for longer hair, and waves, curls and coils of any length. These soon-to-be-fan-favourite attachments will be available for purchase separately or as part of the new Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler Complete Long Diffuse, a set specifically created for wavy, curly and coily hair. Whether you want to rough-dry, straighten or create voluminous curls and waves, the Airwrap can help. It eliminates the need to have lots of different hair tools, says Robb.

Learn more about the Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler and shop the collection here.

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As far as 2023 hair trends go, we’ve seen the rise of red hair and its many hues, have been on an endless pursuit to achieve the perfect slick back bun, and of course, we’ve seen a surge of blonde, too— courtesy of Barbie. This fall’s hair colour trend forecast includes but isn’t limited to: silky chocolate brown, nepo baby blonde, and cowgirl copper. Feeling like it’s about time to book your next hair appointment? Let these fall-ready hair colours serve as your inspiration.

Chocolate silk

 

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As the moody atmosphere of the fall season sets in, is there any better time of year to be a glossy brunette? The universally gorgeous “chocolate silk” hair trend sure makes a case for going—or staying—dark this season. This rich shade of chocolate brown is able to remain relatively low maintenance due to its darker hue, while it still looks sophisticated and soft as silk. If you’re naturally brunette, booking a chocolate-coloured hair glaze treatment can help bring out that silky shine. Or, if you’ll be needing a full-on dye job, consider asking your hairstylist for a warm-toned dark brown shade with a subtle golden balayage for a bit of extra dimension, and more of a milk chocolate finish.

Nepo blonde

 

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It costs to be blonde. No, really. Due to its expensive-looking (and truly expensive) glow, this trendy shade of bubbly blonde has earned itself the title of  “nepo blonde.”  You can’t tell exactly how many trips to the salon (or how much money), it may have taken to achieve this bombshell blonde, but the answer was probably a lot. Not to mention it has been spotted on real-life nepo babies like Lily-Rose Depp, Sofia Richie and Hailey Bieber. Nepo blonde seeks to bring that old money look to the rest of us.

“Very much moved on from Barbie blonde, now nepo blonde has a cleanness and clarity — but it’s still got shadows and dimensions through the hair,” shares celebrity hairstylist Tom Smith in a TikTok post. “This is all wrapped up in that quiet luxury, old money trend. So, this is actually utilizing foil work to get blonde all the way through your hair and then carefully shadowing different areas down and making sure that the condition is perfect.” The good news? Once you’ve committed to going nepo blonde, there are a ton of brass banishing hair products like purple shampoos and conditioners that’ll help us non-nepo babies stay bright and blonde on a budget.

Cowgirl copper

 

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All year long, from the runways to the salon, we’ve been seeing red. And this fall calls for a particular shade of auburn now known as “cowgirl (or cowboy) copper”. Taking inspiration from the colours of the Wild West (think: rustic, worn-in leather) and current fashion trends like the return of cowboy boots, this copper shade lies at the intersection of red and brunette with a dash of bright blonde strung throughout. Loving this look already? Take notes (and screenshots!) from pros like Hair by Chrissy on TikTok who shared her *exact* cowboy copper formula with her millions of TikTok followers.

With Megan Fox taking the plunge and transforming her copper tresses into a “red velvet bob” earlier this week, we wonder if cowgirl copper is the last step for redheads before winter brings in even bolder, cherry-coloured shades for the holidays.

The new bronde

 

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As its name suggests, bronde is the colour trend that’s not quite brown, but not quite blonde either. Instead, it finds a happy medium so that you can truly have the best of both worlds. “The new bronde that we’re seeing for autumn is really inspired by what we’ve seen from ‘expensive brunette’ and ‘expensive blonde,'” shares hair expert Smith in another TikTok post. “It’s got that real finely woven, multitonal characteristic. But whats most interesting is rather than more caramelly auburn tones that we were seeing in bronde previously, this is shifting much more into the deeper golds.” With this more blonde-leaning bronde expected to trend this season, anyone who went Barbie blonde this summer can seamlessly transition to this shade next. “The previous bronde might have been more suited to natural brunettes or people who wore their hair quite dark but wanted to play with going a bit lighter. The new bronde is more about showing blondes what they could have if they were a little bit deeper,” says Smith.

The subtle money piece

 

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If you’ve been wary of trying out the money piece hair trend from the ’90s that involves streaking face-framing pieces of hair with high-contrast highlights, this next trend may be the more to your taste. Introducing: subtle money pieces, a more approachable take on the statement style as seen on celebrities like Beyoncé this year. What truly separates this softer version from the OG is its intensity. Instead of that chunky highlighted look you may envision when you hear the words “money piece”, ask your stylist for subtle highlights that still shine around the perimeter of your face, but continue to melt into the rest of your hair to create a softer look. With Queen Bey as your inspo, you can’t go wrong.

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To understand the magic of purple haircare for blonde babes, let’s get into a little bit of colour theory. On the colour wheel, you’ll find that yellow and purple are direct opposites — making them complementary colours. So, when a bright, cool-toned shade of blonde hair begins to fade or develops a warmer undertone after a few washes post-dye, purple pigment is needed to counteract those orange and yellow undertones that can make blonde hair look brassy. Essentially, purple hair products operate as toners to neutralize lighter colours like blonde, grey and silver (or even dark hair with blonde highlights!) and restore brightness.

If blondes get to incorporate gorgeous lilac-hued shampoos and deep violet conditioners into their haircare routines then perhaps they really do have more fun. Ahead, you’ll find 10 purple hair products that anyone with blonde hair needs to know and shop.

Dae Violet Hour Purple Shampoo

The key to this tone-correcting product is the violet pigments that enhance the depth and dimension of blonde, grey and even lightened brunette hair, while rich desert botanical ingredients like cactus flower extract strengthen hair strands and protect against breakage.

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Moroccanoil Blonde Perfecting Purple Conditioner

Even if you’re just touching up hair with blonde highlights, rest assured that your entire head of hair will benefit from using this offering from Moroccanoil. Formulated with the brand’s proprietary ArganID technology (which allows for moisturizing argan oil to penetrate the hair cortex), this lightweight purple conditioner not only helps to repair damaged hair, but also keeps unwanted brassiness at bay.

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IGK Mixed Feelings Purple Leave-In Drops

We’ve got no mixed feelings about these toning leave-in drops by IGK. After working a few droplets of this purple goodness into your favourite hair products, you’ll find you’ve created your own custom toning concoction that works to maintain blonde tresses in an instant.

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Amika Bust Your Brass Hair Mask

Following your purple shampoos and conditioners, you’ll want to coat your hair in slabs of this limited edition Bust Your Brass hair mask by Amika. Blonde tones are boosted. Brassiness is cancelled. Hydration is restored. And after a single use, this mask is clinically proven to increase the strength of blonde hair and prevent future breakage.

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John Frieda Violet Crush Shampoo

Lather up, blondies! Whether you’re a natural, highlighted, or colour-treated blonde, John Frieda’s Violet Crush Shampoo deserves a space in your shower. The crushed violet pigments within this product’s formula counteract yellow and orange tones, so your hair has always got that fresh-from-the-salon look.

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Dry Bar Blonde Ale Brightening Conditioner

Stay true to bright blonde highlights and dye jobs using Dry Bar’s Blonde Ale Brightening Conditioner. While its colour-boosting formula keeps your blonde locks looking bright and healthy, this conditioner also nourishes, detangles, and increases shine. And don’t let the pink bottle fool you, we promise it’s purple inside.

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L’Oréal Professionel Paris’ Purple Chroma Crème

To our beloved hairstylists, here’s a product your blonde clients will thank you for. L’Oréal Professional Paris’ new Chroma Creme is the result of a collaboration between the L’Oréal Professional Paris Color Labs and Haircare labs. The teams worked together to design this neutralizing shampoo formulated with professionally tailored dyes for blondies looking to cancel out yellow tones in search of a cooler shade of blonde.

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Redken Blondage Anti Brass Mask

Got five minutes? Boost your blonde with Redken’s anti-brass hair mask from the brand’s Blondage Purple Toning Care Line. Like magic, this ultra-pigmented purple hair mask transforms and corrects warm tones in blonde and highlighted hair right before your eyes.

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Verb’s Purple Leave-In-Mist

Leave-in hair care products do all the work so you don’t have to, and that’s why we love them. Lucky for blondes, one of Verb’s latest launches just so happens to be a purple leave-in mist that triples as a toner, detangler, and hydrator in one. Packed with purple ingredients like pro-grade violet and açai extract, it’s everything blondes need and more.

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Sun Bum Blonde Tone Enhancer

This blonde tone enhancer by Sun Bum draws from the power of violet extract and blue spirulina to revive cool tones and eradicate brassiness while keeping hair hydrated and conditioned. Plus, it slows colour fading so your dye job lasts even longer.

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Don’t get us wrong: mastering a fabulous bob cut isn’t a challenge reserved for fine-haired folk. Product buildup, excess sebum and using the wrong products for your hair type can all contribute to flat, dull strands, even if your hair is thick and textured.  To help you on your journey in achieving a bouncy, face-framing bob, we’ve rounded up the best volumizing powders, sprays and leave-ins designed to take short hair to new heights.

DesignMe PUFF.ME Volumizing Treatment Whip

If you tend to shy away from hair masks in fear they’ll weigh your strands down, we’ve got great news for you. DesignMe’s latest launch, the PUFF.ME Volumizing Treatment Whip, provides all the benefits of a hydrating hair treatment minus the heavy feeling. Thanks to ingredients like hyaluronic acid and hair-strengthening extracts derived from rosemary leaf and bamboo, hair looks and thicker and fuller while still feeling silky-smooth.

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Olaplex Volumizing Mist

Cutting down on the amount of products you use can help keep your short bob cut feeling light and airy. Combine heat protection and frizz control with a volumizing blow dry mist, like this option from Olaplex. Safe to use on both wet and dry hair, the shine-enhancing formula speeds up blow-dry time, smooths hair and also smells amazing.

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JVN Embody Volumizing Hair Foam

Finally, a mousse that adds fullness without any crunch. JVN’s Volumizing Foam includes clean ingredients like marshmallow root extract to enhance natural hair texture and increase body, while biotin stimulates keratin production to encourage thicker-looking strands. Finally, plant-derived hemisqualane acts as a silicone alternative to nourish the hair sans the sticky residue.

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Function of Beauty PRO The Lift Legend Volumizing Hair Goal Concentrate Mix-In

Interested in a full hair routine overhaul? Try out Function of Beauty’s new volumizing concentrate, which is meant to be mixed in with the brand’s lineup of ultra-customizable shampoos and conditioners. Simply add the concentrate into your existing Function of Beauty product, shake it up, and you’ll have extra lift and bounce with every hair wash.

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Moroccanoil Volumizing Mist

If your hair is on the extra-fine side, the lighter the texture of a product feels, the better. For those days (or nights) when you need to hold your style in place, try Moroccanoil’s ultra-light volumizing mist. It adds volume at the roots while sealing your look for hours.

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Hair Rituel by Sisley-Paris Volumizing Spray

Don’t be fooled by the fine mist, this incredibly luxe volume spray is a total heavy-hitter. Formulated with plant-based ingredients like texture-enhancing boswellia gum, rice bran protein and resin, it works to strengthen hair over time and build volume before heat styling.

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Batiste XXL Volume Dry Shampoo Spray

Dry shampoos are known for their ability to bring greasy strands back to life, but this supercharged formula from Batiste takes it to the next level. Formulated with keratin, rice starch and nourishing inca inchi oil, it’s the only product in Batiste’s lineup of dry shampoos that is specifically formulated to add volume. Whip it out when the desire to tease your hair to the high heavens strikes.

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Schwarzkopf OSiS+ Dust It Mattifying Powder

Hair on the oily side? Give your locks a matte appearance by dusting roots with Schwarzkopf’s volume-boosting powder, which adds extra hold and plenty of texture. It also makes the hair appear thicker, making it an excellent option for bob cuts.

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Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray

Oribe’s Dry Texturizing Spray is a classic for adding oomph to hair, and for good reason. This tried-and-true texturizing spray absorbs oil at the roots while adding substantial volume, all while keeping hair touchable, soft and smelling great.

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Virtue Volumizing Primer Spray

Start building volume from the get-go with a leave-in pre-styling spray, like this option from Virtue. Keratin, vitamin B5 and hydrolyzed wheat protein work to strengthen hair, leading to a thicker, voluminous appearance without adding heaviness to the hair.

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KMS Add Volume Leave-In Conditioner

Thinner, shorter hair doesn’t mean you should skip out on hydrating leave-in conditioners. Swap your usual leave-in cream for a weightless conditioning fluid that adds fullness and shine before you start styling. This option from KMS claims to add 40 percent more volume while also detangling hair.

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R+Co Bleu Highest Volumizing Mousse

Score sky-high volume in a flash with a dollop of R+Co’s whipped styling mousse, formulated with styling resins for long-lasting hold. Not only is the vessel undeniably chic, but it’s also made with post-consumer recycled materials to help reduce waste.

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“There is no question that perms are having a major comeback,” says hairstylist and Mela & Kera founder Jason Lee, who has been wearing a perm since earlier this year. “For decades, people who had curly hair would straighten their hair to feel beautiful, but now wearing your natural curl pattern is widely embraced,” he says. “That movement flipped into a new trend and now those with straighter [texture] want some movement in their hair, driving the comeback of the perm.”

But in South Korea, the perm has never really fallen out of style. K-pop idols have been sporting perms and influencing fans for decades. And as Lee points out, stars like JungKook from BTS are only contributing to the continued popularity of the trend. Even The New York Times took notice, linking its rise to the explosive growth of K-pop culture in North America and the undeniable impact of TikTok. “Korean and Japanese salons have really evolved the perm since the ‘80s,” says Lee. A digital perm, or hot perm, does exist, and if you’re aiming for a more natural or relaxed appearance, many Korean and Japanese salons offer this service. “The difference is that they saturate the hair with a thicker perming solution and then roll the hair into larger rollers. These rollers are all attached by wires to a digital machine that heats them up, allowing for a more natural look.”

 

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Lee’s own perm was inspired by Ethan Spiller’s (played by Will Sharpe) wavy locks in season 2 of White Lotus. And that laid-back, undone look (think Timothée Chalamet) is markedly more appealing than the over-processed, frizzy creations that put off an entire generation (i.e. millennials with perm moms) from experimenting with the hairstyle. “He had this cool shag that had natural movement. I really wanted more of a surfer-sporty vibe and the perm was the only way to achieve that,” he says. For his look, Lee opted for a ‘cold wave’ perm, which is the most common perming process in the Western world. Perm rods are wrapped around the hair, perm lotion (the ammonia-smelling stuff that breaks down the bonds in your hair) is applied without heat, then rinsed out. Finally, a neutralizer is applied to lock in the perm.

 

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It’s no surprise that social media has played a massive role in making the perm popular among Gen Z folks. Think of the familiar ‘broccoli’ haircut, which “ultimately is a permed top with tapered sides and back, giving the silhouette of broccoli,” according to Lee. And if it’s popular with the younger generation, it’s a near guarantee that the trend will eventually trickle down. At one point, perms seemed to age folks (think of TikTok’s hair theory, or how vastly different the Golden Girls look compared to J-Lo, simply as a result of their hair style). Now, the look is perceived as young and fresh again. “My hair was laying really flat on my head, which was okay for certain looks but to be honest, it felt like it was aging me,” says Lee.

If you’re thinking of going ahead with a perm, there are a few things to consider. “Unfortunately, perms aren’t great for everyone. If you have processed hair from highlights, bleaching or relaxing the hair, it’s not advisable,” says Lee. “In fact, I had bleached tips on my hair and a lot of salons turned me down because they were worried about it breaking off,” he says. “Perms break down the disulfide bonds which weaken the hair, so you really want to make sure you have healthy hair and speak to a specialist before getting a perm.”

Invest in hair care products that are perm-safe (Lee recommends the Mela & Kera Touche Velours shampoo and conditioner, which hydrate curls without harsh ingredients) and remember: perms are short for ‘permanent.’ “Once the hair starts to grow, your regular hair texture will still continue to come in at the roots while the ends stay permed.” Expect to refresh your roots (just as you would with colour) every 10 to 12 weeks to maintain your perm’s appearance.

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Copper. Auburn. Crimson. Ginger. Cherry. No matter how you like it, red hair is the colour trend of the moment.

 

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There’s a certain je ne sais quoi about red hair. It’s free-spirited. It’s fiery. And it feels as though everywhere we look we’re seeing red — especially when it comes to Hollywood’s buzziest celebs. Emily Ratajkowski debuted a russet shade this summer, trading her signature chestnut locks for an auburn ’do.

 

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At an Oscars after-party on March 12, Megan Fox unveiled a freshly dyed copper top, coloured by hair stylist Jacob Schwartz, in a major departure from her signature dark tresses. That same night, celebrity hairstylist Lacy Redway styled actress Tessa Thompson’s burgundy hair into beautiful “cornrose” for the Vanity Fair Oscars after-party.

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On our TV screens, rising star Riley Keough — who is both a redhead IRL and plays one in Prime Video’s Daisy Jones & The Six mini series — and her flaming locks are in the spotlight. And then of course there’s TikTok — where a #BlackCherryHair boom is underway, amassing over 42 million views on the app’s hashtag.

 

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For those of us not naturally blessed with even remotely red hair, the hue can be achieved with a hairstylist’s magic touch. To help you prepare for your appointment, salon owner and Redken Canada ambassador Max Gourgues shares everything you need to know about becoming a redhead.

What to know before you go red

Before booking your dye job, Gourgues encourages clients who frequently dye their hair to think twice. “Do not do this transformation if you regularly change hair colours. It is not a colour that’s easy to remove, so think about it before doing it,” he shares. “You can always go for a balayage technique and play around with the gloss formula to try red without changing your natural base.” And if you’ve considered tackling this transformation at home on your own, Gourgues strongly advises against it, as several factors including formulation, choice of shade, and application can affect the process. “It is always best to do this with a professional,” he insists.

Planning ahead

Once you’ve chosen a stylist, you’ll also want to book a consultation to assess your hair and chat about your goals. “If you start with a light (blonde) base, you will not only need to schedule the salon appointment accordingly, but also change your product routine (shampoo, conditioner, treatments, etc.),” Gourgues explains.  “If you start with a dark natural base, you can either go directly with permanent colours for a more natural effect. Want brighter results? You will have to lighten the hair first.” (The same goes for already coloured hair.) And depending on how your consultation goes, Gourgues tells FASHION that some clients may need to undergo “texture” preparation with a stylist — during which the hair will be treated before dyeing so that the colour can be absorbed evenly throughout the hair and give off the most shine.

Colour matching 101

Here’s Gourgues’s breakdown of how to find the best shade of red to complement your complexion. For those with peachy fair skin or freckles, you can pull off all shades of red! But Gourgues’ preference is a light Venetian copper hue that will illuminate your skin tone. Those with rosy complexions should opt for deep orange tones or orange-red shades, whereas auburn tints of reddish copper will work best with deeper skin tones.

Mane maintenance

The upkeep for a colourful head of ginger is no minor matter, but there are a few things you can do to ensure your ruby red locks look their best. Gourgues’ best advice for keeping your colour vibrant after you’ve gone red? Book a hair appointment every four to six weeks, during which a gloss can be applied to your hair to refresh the mids and ends. Between salon visits, you should also be mindful of how often you’re washing your hair. “The number of washes will affect how fast the colour fades,” says Gourgues. “To maximize hold, aim for a wash or two a week. Use a colour maintenance shampoo like Redken’s Color Extend Magnetics for each wash. Prioritize washes with cool water, use conditioner and masks to work on hair texture and shine.”

 

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Now that you’re equipped for a total red hair transformation, go forth confidently with your newfound red hair knowledge and book that appointment you’ve been on the fence about. “If you’ve always been hesitant to try [red hair] or were waiting for a sign to do so, here it is,” says Gourgues. “Have fun, and let your stylist guide you!”

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This season, we propose you skip the hot hair tools and buy yourself some extra time by going the air-dry route. As you embark on your sun-filled escapades, why not take advantage of the sun as a more natural alternative? It’s mother nature’s hairdryer, after all. Sure there’s the dreaded threat of humidity-fuelled frizz out there, but with the right products in your rotation, summer heat will be no match for you and your air-dried hair. And by the end of the summer, you’ll be left with a head full of hair that’s healthier than ever, and ready to take on the cold months to come.

Ahead, we’ve gathered game-changing products—from anti-humidity sprays to smoothing creams—we think you (and your hair!) will love.

Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray

If you’re prone to frizz, look no further than Color Wow’s Dream Coat Supernatural Spray. This revolutionary treatment is powered by heat-activated polymer technology, which works to smooth the hair and form a water-repellent-like layer of invisible protection against humidity. And for its final act, this baby can ensure your sleek style lasts up to four shampoos.

Buy it here: Dream Coat Supernatural Spray, $38 

Verb Ghost Air Dry Whip

A dime-sized amount of this styling cream by Verb is all you’ll need to achieve an effortlessly air-dried ‘do. Thanks to a dreamy blend of moringa oil, mushroom extract and vegan proteins, this weightless product keeps hair defined, frizz-free, and shiny for up to 24 hours.

Buy it here: Verb Ghost Air Dry Whip, $26

Oribe Imperméable Anti-Humidity Spray

During the summer months, humidity can feel like our hair’s absolute worst enemy. Not only does this Imperméable hair spray by Oribe offer a flexible hold, but it also protects against environmental damage and humidity. Did we mention that each spritz fills the air with the summery scent of Oribe’s signature Côte d’Azur fragrance?

Buy it here: Oribe Imperméable Anti-Humidity Spray, $61 

Pureology Smooth Perfection

Lock frizz and flyaways down for up to 72 hours with a couple pumps of this smoothing hair lotion by Pureology. As part of the brand’s Smooth Perfection line, this lightweight lotion leaves hair sleek, smooth, and protected from heat damage. Plus, its protective properties make it the perfect pick for shoppers with colour-treated hair.

Buy it here: Pureology Smoothing Lotion, $38

Kérastase Lotion Thermique Sublimatrice

Protect your tresses with one of Kérastase’s latest product offerings, Lotion Thermique Sublimatrice. A new member of the brand’s Nutritive product family, this moisturizing mist defends against high heat, frizz, and tough-to-tame tangles. Formulated with plant-based proteins and niacinamide, these star ingredients keep hair conditioned from root to tip.

Buy it here: Kérastase Lotion Thermique Sublimatrice, $60

Ouai Air Dry Foam

Ideal for wavy and curly hair types, this kale extract-infused Air Dry Foam by Ouai instantly forms a perfect head of soft-textured, air-dried waves with no crunch in sight. As you work this product into damp hair, it simultaneously conditions and detangles — so there are no extra steps needed. Simply scrunch and go!

Buy it here: Ouai Air Dry Foam, $37

JVN Air Dry Cream

Made specifically with air-dry styles in mind, this JVN Cream is a must-have. With its frizz-fighting abilities and UV damage protection, it’s a no-brainer that this styling cream should become part of your summer haircare product rotation — no matter your hair type. In Jonathan Van Ness‘ expertise we trust.

Buy it here: JVN Air Dry Dream, $32

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Bangs often get a bad rap. It’s easy to get scissor-happy and snip away at our fringe until it winds up too short…or in a regrettable bowl cut. You either love ’em or hate ’em, but there’s no denying a solid set of bangs when you spot them.

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This summer, when it comes to bangs our vote is a resounding yes — and it appears that celebrities on the 2023 Cannes Film Festival red carpet, from Dua Lipa to Blackpink’s Rosé, are in agreement. At the star-studded two-week-long event, we’ve witnessed plenty of things worth mentioning: the return of exposed bras, Jennifer Lawrence in flip-flops, Elle Fanning in her slay era — and bangs. Lots and lots of bangs, of all kinds.

From chic micro-bangs to full-on fringes, we present to you the best bang hairstyles worn by your favourite stars at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival.

Dua Lipa

 

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For her Cannes debut, Dua Lipa walked the red carpet with jet-black, piece-y bangs that swept over her eyes and down all the way to her jawline. Stylist to the stars Rio Sreedharan sculpted Lipa’s cool-girl fringe as part of a deliberately undone French twist updo. When in Cannes, ’do as the French ’do, non?

Naomi Campbell

 

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Naomi Campbell has never been one to shy away from a bang, and we’re grateful for it. This supermodel brought her signature black bangs to Cannes, and they were as blunt as ever, falling just beneath her eyebrows. The stylist responsible? Lorenzo Barcella, who often collaborates with Naomi to craft long lengths and avant-garde haircuts for major editorial moments.

Rosé

 

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To mark her first time at the Cannes film festival, Blackpink’s Rosé unveiled a cutesy set of rose gold (ha!) tinted micro-bangs. In an Instagram post by the K-pop star, we get a behind-the-scenes look at hairstylist Lee Seon-Yeong at work during the application process of what appears to be a clip-in bang — which is the perfect alternative to taking the plunge and snipping away at your natural hair.

Sabrina Elba

 

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Opting for a full-on and fanned-out fringe, Sabrina Elba wowed us with this bold look. Also styled by the aforementioned Sreedharan — whose expertise is clearly a hot commodity in Cannes — we loved the way Elba’s brow-grazing bangs transitioned into an elaborately crafted spiked-out bun. Sophisticated bangs in the front, party in the back.

Nadia Lee Cohen

 

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Creative visionary Nadia Lee Cohen stepped out with a fiery fringe peeking through the hood of her slinky Saint Laurent gown. Behind the style, Gonn Kinoshita worked to shape Cohen’s copper hair into a baby bang and a face-framing curl. “76th Cannes but my first!” writes Cohen in another Instagram post. With hair this good, we’re sure it won’t be her last.

Gemma Chan

 

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This year at Cannes, international L’Oréal Paris hair artist and expert Stephane Lancien had a case of bang fever. His bang-wearing Cannes clientele included Aja Naomi King, Luma Grothe, and Gemma Chan. Chan was a ray of light on the red carpet in a white full-length Louis Vuitton gown that juxtaposed her choppy, forehead-covering bangs (which were also clip-ins!).

Grace Elizabeth

 

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With a tousled set of curly black bangs, former Victoria’s Secret model Grace Elizabeth was a vision of Old Hollywood beauty. For this hairstyle carried out by global hair artist Aleksandra Sasha Nesterchuk, the top model’s pixie cut was transformed by plucking out pieces at the front of the head and creating individual C-shaped curls. Forget Barbie, this look was giving Betty Boop.

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This prequel winds back the clock and introduces us to a young Queen Charlotte (portrayed by India Amarteifio) and King George III (played by Corey Mylchreest), as the origin of their romance unfolds in six binge-worthy episodes. If you’ve seen any of the Bridgerton episodes, then you’re already acquainted with the gossip-loving Queen Charlotte and her sky-high wigs intricately interwoven with diamonds, pearls, and of course, crowns. Though when we first meet young Charlotte in episode one of the new series, she is not yet a Queen.

 

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Set to marry the King, she arrives in England in the first episode with her natural curls pulled up into an updo, still visible beneath a blue satin headpiece. This textured updo remains for the majority of the episode — that is until her first run-in with her future husband George — who she is actively trying to escape at the time of their meeting — moments ahead of their wedding. Following a surprisingly warm first encounter in which the King leaves the decision to wed entirely in Charlotte’s hands (after having seen her attempt to climb a literal *wall* to escape her marital duty), the soon-to-be Queen is left with a newfound sense of agency. In one of her first power moves of the show, she abandons her former updo and arrives at the wedding ceremony with a perfectly picked out afro and defined curls around the perimeter of her face topped with a flower ornamented tiara. With that, she weds the King on her own terms — natural hair on full display.

The first season of Bridgerton, where Queen Charlotte rules over the ton at a much older age, is set in 1813 London. So we can surmise that Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story takes place during the latter half of the 1700s. Typically, when we think of other period piece dramas set around the same English Regency era, we envision women like Keira Knightley in Pride and Prejudice with elegant coiffures and Marie Antoinette-esque bouffants accompanied by forced curls. Bridgerton is known for its diversity and inclusion, and this limited series is no exception. Much like many of the characters of colour in the Bridgerverse, Queen Charlotte and her naturally textured tresses are a welcome anomaly in this genre. The decision to embrace her curls is not only a major statement about Black women and their hair in film, but it also helps us to understand the type of character Queen Charlotte will become. “We wanted to show the afro and its beauty,” says hair and makeup head of the new series Nic Collins in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. “That was important. It’s her decision, it’s her choice. It’s like she’s just let her hair down and it sits in its glory.”

 

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Despite Amarteifio (who has blown us away with her recent press tour hairstyles) having a full head of beautifully defined coils, it may surprise you to learn that every single hairstyle Queen Charlotte wears is a wig. Why then, would a show with such an adamant focus on embracing natural hair, not embrace its leading lady’s natural curls? As a curly girl myself, I take this as a sign of a hair team that is well-versed in the workings of textured hair — one that understands our hair is delicate and more prone to breakage. They are aware of the fact that our curls may not necessarily be able to withstand rigorous daily styling in the ways other hair types can. “If it’s not their natural hair, all characters are wearing wigs because we wanted to be cautious and not damage the lead’s natural hair,” Collins tells the Los Angeles Times. The use of wigs runs deeper than mere on-screen representation — is a careful consideration of the actors’ hair in real life, which is just as crucial.

As the show rolls on, we’re offered up a spectacular array of elaborate hairstyles that evolve as Queen Charlotte does. We observe her hair wrapped up before bed (as we natural-haired folks do), in ornate updos, and worn in an abundance of afros adorned with jewels and crowns that capture the regal essence of the show. Collins tells Netflix that the hair stylists used a collection of unorthodox tools like thin skewers and wire cages within the wigs to help create shape and convey various textures — because some of us can only dream of achieving hair that big and bodacious.

 

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In the final episode, young Charlotte’s ‘fro is fuller than ever, and she is ready to reign as the mature monarch we all know her to be. Closing out the series having embraced all her kinks and coils, Queen Charlotte reminds us all that wearing a head full of curls is a crown in and of itself.

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On a balmy evening in NYC on May 11, brand founder Sir James Dyson presented his latest product innovation to an eager crowd of media, beauty enthusiasts and influencers. As a black cloth covering the mysterious machine was pulled back to reveal the brand-new hair straightener in all its sleek glory, the audience cheered and clapped with excitement, still unaware of what it was or what it even did yet. Why? Because with every groundbreaking announcement of Dyson hair tools, like the Supersonic hairdryer, the Corrale straightener, and the Airwrap multi-styler serving as evidence, the brand proves it’s constantly one-upping its own creations launch after launch. The arrival of the Airstrait — which comes as part of the brand’s £500m promise to expand its research and technology development in its beauty sphere — is no exception to that rule.

“Having a strong understanding of how to manipulate and realize the potential of powerful airflow is fundamental to the performance of Dyson AirstraitTM straightener,” shares Dyson in a press release. “This expertise, which we’ve gained over the last 25 years, is what has enabled us to deliver our first wet-to-dry straightened, with no hot plates, and no heat damage.” The aforementioned airflow is shot through two apertures on the arms of the machine, which are angled at 45 degrees and deliver a downward blast of air powerful enough to straighten strands while they dry.

Emma Sheldon, vice president of the hair care sector at Dyson explains that the name of this machine is derived from the word strait — meaning, a narrow passage of water that connects with larger bodies of water. “It’s a nod to the fact that you’re styling your hair from [a] wet [state],” she explains. This process is able to be successfully carried out by using optimum heat levels and directional airflow to avoid damaging the hair, which is naturally weakened when wet. To protect the hair, the Dyson Airstrait also uses Intelligent Heat Control to measure airflow temperatures up to 30 times per second in order to prevent heat damage. What’s more, this machine can be conveniently used in either a Wet, Dry or Cool mode with varying heat settings available.

To prove the Airstrait’s efficacy and ability to cater to all hair types, Dyson global styling ambassadors and celebrity hairstylists Matthew Collins and Irinel de Léon took to the stage to demonstrate how to use the tool on three different hair types. This inclusive capability was one that Collins considered when checking out the product near the end of its development.

“I was like, ‘is it going to work for all hair types?’ Because we all know with type three or four type hair — even within that type —  there’s a lot of different textures that react differently to heat,” the Canadian hairdresser tells FASHION.

The good news: The Airstrait does work for all hair types.

On a wet section of hair, the hairstylists wowed the crowd with the tool’s ability to straighten and smooth strands from wavy locks to kinks and coils with three passes. Collins explains that although coarser type four hair textures may not necessarily achieve a silk-press level result with the Airstrait, what it will do is minimize the amount of work by eliminating tedious round-brushing and blow drying. “All the type four [haired] girls that I’ve talked to about this are like, ‘Yeah I’m spending almost an hour to prepare my hair for my flat iron, and now you’ve just made that process a half hour.’ That’s a game changer.”

 

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While Collins says the Airstrait won’t necessarily replace all of our beloved styling tools, he tells FASHION it’s going to change the hairstyling game “a lot.” And while it’s not technically a professional tool, Collins says, “For me as a professional… secretly I’m keeping it in my kit.” (We suspect he may use the tool to style his high-profile clients like Mandy Moore and Sophia Bush.)

With the Airstrait being just one of 20 beauty products coming down the Dyson pipeline over the next four years, we can’t begin to imagine what other state-of-the-art tools could be coming next.

The Dyson Airstrait ($699.99) is available to shop in Canada right now.

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If there’s one thing we can say about Florence Pugh, it’s that she’s fearless. Whether she’s playing the role of a polished 1950s housewife in the psychological thriller Don’t Worry Darling or the flower-crown-wearing lead in Midsommar, Pugh is unafraid to take on any character. And both on- and off-screen, she’s unafraid of trying new things with her hair.

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In the trailer for her latest heartfelt film A Good Person, we see Pugh’s character, Allison, recklessly chopping away at her hair — which would typically be a wig, but the actress revealed in an interview with USA Today that it was actually her own hair being trimmed. “Everyone was really anxious that it was the only take we’d have, but I found it really liberating,” she shared.

This liberating haircut launched the stunning series of chic pixie cut and bob styles she’s worn since.

 

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At the 95th Academy Awards earlier this month, Pugh’s hair — styled by her hairstylist of years, Peter Lux — was swept back into a sculptural ponytail that flowed up and forward to create micro-bangs using the ends of Pugh’s own hair, and then completed with a coquette-style black bow. It was everything we love about a classic Pugh ‘do: unexpected, intricate and innovative.

Even when Pugh isn’t donning an updo, Lux still styles and shapes every strand with purpose and intention. Rest assured this duo will always deliver hairstyles with an element of surprise. Below, browse our favourite recent Florence Pugh hair moments.

 

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At the 2022 British Fashion Awards back in December, Pugh wore her blonde bob slicked back to perfection, with a subtle side part and flipped out ends. With a touch of the wet-look going on, Pugh’s vibe that evening was cool and effortless.

 

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Pugh’s 2023 Emmy Awards hairstyle wasn’t merely a hairstyle — it was a masterpiece. In the front, we see micro bangs and a glimpse of what’s in the back: an abstract work involving twisting, tucking, and fanning, resulting in a gravity-defying ‘do.

 

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At this month’s Valentino Fall 2023 show in Paris, Pugh’s modern mohawk stole the show. “Like…mohawk, pixie, swirly thingy, punk, greasy,” says Pugh of the look on Instagram.

 

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From complex creations to effortless updos, there’s nothing that Pugh can’t pull off. See the loose swept-up look she wore for the British Academy of Film and Television screening of A Good Person in early March. Perfectly undone yet still glamorous.

 

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While it’s clear that Pugh is partial to an updo, she can also serve with her hair down. Take this ‘do for instance, featuring a middle part and loose waves for a day of press.

 

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For another screening of A Good Person, Pugh was once again on the coquette beauty train — this time with an OTT sparkling bow holding her side part in place. As for the rest of the style, Lux created subtle Hollywood waves and opted for a Pugh signature: a minor flip on the ends of her blonde bob.

 

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The Met Gala proves time and time again to be a platform for dramatic transformations and shocking reveals (think: Lady Gaga’s campy costume changes in 2019, or Jessica Chastain‘s platinum blonde unveiling at this year’s Met ball). Pugh was no exception to this rule at the 2023 “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty”-themed event on May 1. Stepping out onto the Met Gala red carpet on May 1, Pugh debuted a fresh brunette buzz cut topped with a show-stopping feathered headpiece.

As we continue to keep an eye on Pugh and her sculptural hairdos (or lack thereof), we wonder what style she’ll dare to wear next.

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The slicked-back bun is the unofficial hairstyle du jour. Black cherry dye jobs have emerged as the colour of the season. And the rise of coquette beauty is pushing bow-bedecked hair tutorials onto our FYPs. But the latest hair trend to go viral is about much more than mere aesthetics. TikTok’s “hair theory” is about what your hairstyles say about you, and how they lead you to be perceived. So, let’s talk about it.

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Amassing a cool 70 million views, the #hairtheory hashtag generates an infinite stream of videos in which TikTok users seem to shape-shift before our eyes as they wear different hairstyles in each short clip — showcasing how switching up your hair can alter your overall appearance. A simple tucking of hair behind the ears allows for a full view of one’s true face shape, which can be missed by styles that typically cover the ears. Other videos reveal how flattering an out-of-character middle part can be on a serial side-part wearer. Pointing out the fact that your face changes when your hair does is stating the very obvious, but the “theory” aspect of this trend is less about the way these styles make you look, and is instead, all about perception.

Though the concept of hair theory is loosely defined on the app, the general consensus is that its deeper meaning explores how hair has the ability to change the way that others perceive you and even treat you. For example, a messy bun in the workplace may suggest that you’re more laidback, resulting in different treatment compared to someone who has, say, opted for a slicked-back style in the same setting. Or in athletic spaces, having your hair meticulously styled could have you wrongfully judged as less of a competitor.

Further unpacking this theory, TikTok user @burcibasi ‘s viral video (above) points to the psychological phenomenon of “enclothed cognition” which changes others’ behaviour towards you based on your clothing, and how this idea can be applied to hair. In the comments of the same video, one user weighs in on how the length of their hair plays into this theory, writing, “It’s so true though bc I have short hair and when I put my extensions in for a night out I’m treated sooooo differently.” Another user writes, “Curly girl, definitely treated different when it’s straight and told I look more sophisticated.” This is a narrative that also carries over to Twitter, where the hair theory discourse continues.

While the TikTok trend is focused on making hairstyle changes, users have also pointed to how different colours can affect their treatment in a “blondes have more fun and brunettes mean business” sort of way. In a TikTok video that has garnered nearly three million views, @sabrinasallum explains how her hair colour changes have affected her dating life (red nail theory, anyone?) and the way she was treated by men, citing that she went on the most dates as a blonde. “Now I just have my natural black hair and I feel like I don’t get nearly as much attention as I used to, but I’m OK with that because this is my natural hair colour. So, I would rather a guy accept me for this and know that he actually accepts me and who I am (rather) than accept blonde hair because it’s his kink.”

Here’s what we have to say about hair theory: it’s obvious that switching up your hairstyle will affect your overall appearance and there’s lots of hair inspo to be taken from the trend, but your hair does not define you. And the styles you choose to wear don’t either. Hair can be a fun form of creative expression that changes daily based on your mood or your outfit — so when it comes to hair, you do you. We can’t deny there’s truth to the idea that hair can affect the way you’re treated by others, and what this trend brings to light is that there’s a larger conversation to be had about why that is.

As a wise old internet meme once said, “I no longer wish to be perceived.” And we don’t, either.

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How to boost your hair’s volume

Dealing with droopy, limp hair? The art to amplifying fine, flat strands with volume that lasts includes layering the proper products and finessing your styling techniques. “Fine hair needs something to adhere to,” says Greg Gilmore, global colour ambassador for Moroccanoil and an L.A.-based celebrity colourist who’s worked with Toni Braxton, Tiffany Haddish and Storm Reid. The road to big things begins in the shower. “A volumizing shampoo will give you a good base to start with,” says Jennifer Dubois, hairstylist and owner of Miyosiwin Salon Spa in Regina, which offers services that are sensitive to Indigenous culture. She recommends traditional conditioner for all hair types, to help reduce frizz and ease tangles, but those with superfine hair can pivot to a lightweight leave-in conditioning mist. “Spray it on your hands and rub it into the ends first, and then work your way up,” she says.

Using a hot tool helps build structure for fine strands; just be sure to use a thermal protectant before layering in a styling product with hold. A volumizing mousse and a two-in-one dryer brush can add amazing volume, Dubois explains. “Those tools are easy to use,” she says, noting that elevation can make or break fuller results. “At the crown, you want to pull the brush straight up, pushing the hair forward.” To create voluminous curls that last, Gilmore uses a curling iron with an extra-hold hairspray. “Spray a little bit on each section before you curl it; then allow the section to sit there or pin it up,” he says. “And don’t touch it until you’re ready to comb out the whole style.” Whichever hot tool you choose, adjust the setting to below 400°F. “High heat closes the cuticle, which makes hair sleeker and smoother,” says Gilmore. “But that doesn’t give fine hair the opportunity to have curls that last. They will have a hard time standing up against gravity.”

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How to deal with excess oil

If your hair seems set on being perpetually greasy, here’s how to course-correct. To help a client with an oily scalp, Dubois switches up the basics. “It could be your shampoo that’s causing the problem, so you need to change it and find one that works better,” she says. “But you also need to give the new formula a sufficient trial period. You can’t just try it for a couple of weeks; it’s going to take a few months for your scalp to adjust.” Phasing out daily shampoos is another part of her protocol. “Using dry shampoo in between washes will help combat oiliness while also giving your scalp a break,” she says. “Some formulas have a gritty feeling, which is good for fine hair but not for coarse strands, while others have a clean feeling.” Different varieties address different hair types, so find your “fit” by experimenting.

For best results with dry shampoo, product placement counts, too. Gilmore suggests parting the hair, holding the can several inches away from your head and spraying directly toward the scalp area, not necessarily on the hair itself. “Let it sit for a second and then start to comb through the hair,” he says. “The product will start to distribute; you will see how it’s moving and can then determine if you want to add a bit more.” Where you put other stylers can also help or hinder the issue. Sprays with a dry matte texture can diminish the look of stringy strands overall, but Dubois suggests avoiding a concentration of thermal protectants on the roots and warns against using too much hairspray. “It might add to the greasiness,” she says. The quickest foolproof fix? Work with what you’ve got and lean into a fashion-forward updo. “Any extra grease gives you an opportunity to have a really nice slicked-back ponytail or a sculpted chignon or bun,” says Gilmore.

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How to keep your curls intact

Do you dream of having frizz-free, ultra-springy curls that can withstand multi-day appearances? A few key steps can make that dream a reality. Infusing your texture with hydration at every stage is an ideal strategy, and Dubois considers cleansing products made exclusively for curls to be game-changers. “Conditioner makes the big difference,” she says. “It smooths the cuticle down so it’s not frizzy and helps the curl form better.” Applying a leave-in conditioner as soon as you finish your cleansing routine, followed promptly by a styling product that suits your texture, is also a must. Light creams or gels are best for finer curls, while thicker creams and balms tend to be a good match for coarser ones. Either way, be generous with product application and diligent with distribution.

Gilmore creates definition by going section by section using a wide-toothed comb. “Then I’ll go through each section using my fingers like a rake to separate the curls that are saturated with product,” he says. From there, air-drying or gently blow-drying using a diffuser will lock curls in. “Air-drying is the longest way to dry, but it will give you the best curls afterwards,” says Gilmore. If you’re diffusing, reduce excess moisture only around the roots and use low heat and a low airflow to avoid disrupting curls, says Dubois. And at night, protecting your curls while you sleep is crucial for style longevity. Gilmore recommends wrapping a silky scarf around the hairline, to protect edges, and then putting a satin bonnet on top. “The headband pushes the curls back, so when you’re lying on your side, you’re not necessarily on your curls,” he says. For a quick morning refresh, mix a bit of leave-in conditioner with a bottle of water and lightly mist to reactivate the curling product.

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How to strengthen colour-treated hair

The biggest pitfall for colour-treated strands is breakage, but with a few pro tips, you can navigate through the fragile phase and regain strength. “You will always be compromising your hair by using colour, but this shouldn’t deter you,” says Gilmore. “Hair colour comes with so many great benefits, like the opportunity to have freedom of expression.” Preventive measures are best. “If you’re investing in a colour service, you need to be investing in your home routine with colour-treated products as well,” advises Dubois. Should breakage occur, consider it a sign that something is missing. “All colour-treated clients need a [professional] protein treatment every six to eight weeks for strengthening,” says Gilmore. “Protein helps build up the hair strand and make it sturdy.”

In between salon treatments, which offer more potent formulas that help restore hair integrity, an at-home routine focused on moisture will help, too. You need to find a balance between strength and softness, says Dubois. Her go-to SOS lineup for breakage includes shampoo, conditioner and leave-in conditioner for brittle hair and a biweekly reparative mask or treatment. For blonds experiencing breakage, Dubois suggests alternating between shampoos that neutralize brassiness and more moisturizing formulas. Purple shampoo keeps blond tones bright, but it can also be very drying, she says. And excessive exposure to hot tools is another drying factor to watch out for. “Limit the amount of heat styling, and always use a leave-in conditioner and thermal protectant on colour-treated hair before blow-drying,” says Gilmore. For those using at-home hair colour, he also recommends watching out for breakage caused by overprocessing. If you start by applying dye in the same spot on your head every time, it will always be sitting there the longest while you finish the rest of your hair, he explains.

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This article first appeared in FASHION’s March 2023 issue. Find out more here.

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@lottiestarrs I got the bows this time #sorryhila ♬ DM Pretty – This Boy Be In My DM say I’m Pretty / Live OffBeat Session – Tank And The Bangas

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By definition, the coquette (“a woman who flirts”) aesthetic channels an angelic sort of old-school beauty that draws upon notions of hyper-femininity and flirtation. According to Beauty Daily by Clarins, coquette beauty is the number one rising beauty trend on TikTok so far this year, with 1.7 billion views (and counting) on the app. Once TikTok’s algorithm has decided you’re a candidate for consuming coquette glamour content, prepare for an influx of inspiration that feels like it was plucked from a Sofia Coppola film or a live adaptation of a Jane Austen novel.

@zoekimkenealy coquette makeup tutorial! This is based on the infamous art of seduction book 😅 I love the archetypes laid out and thought each one would be an interesting makeup look in a series. #coquette #coquettemakeup #coquetteaesthetic #artofseduction #artofseductionseries #madisonbeermakeup #madisonbeermakeuptutorial ♬ Photo – RICEWINE

As told by TikTok and its in-the-know makeup artists and creators, true coquette beauty is not complete without a high concentration of pink products distributed between eyeshadow, blush, and lipstick. Skin is kept soft, simple, and set with powder. Because what feels more coquette than dabbing away at our cheeks with a powder puff? Next, the eyes come alive with doll-like lashes, a swipe of liquid liner, or a brightening burst of white eyeliner on the waterline for a doe-eyed effect. And finally, pearl finishes are added via iridescent highlighters to the high points of the face, like the brow bone and cheeks, for an ethereal glow.

If you’re fully committed to adopting this aesthetic, consider stocking your makeup station with brands packaged in pastel pink like Too Faced and Rare Beauty, or complete with bow details like Dior to take this trend all the way.

 

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Hairstyles and accessories are essential to building a coquette beauty look. A head full of bows, a free-flowing cascade of bouncy curls, or a wispy set of curtain bangs will do — so long as that soft whimsical feeling and wink of playfulness is still present. Conveniently, this season’s fashion month shows have been all about the bow. Sandy Liang sent models down the runway with miniature bows adorning their crowns in New York, while Yuhan Wang tied bows of lace and ribbon into models’ braids in London. Lest we forget the Simone Rocha Fall 2023 show, where models’ cheeks were decorated with dainty bow appliqués.

 

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From the runway to the red carpet, celebrities like Emily Ratajkowski have, perhaps unknowingly, contributed to the trend with recent coquettish hair moments. Earlier this month, the model posed before photographers at a Viktor & Rolf event with a curly disco hairdo that could easily translate on TikTok as a coquette hairstyle. Curls do make a lovely canvas for bows, after all. And while Em Rata’s spirals may be the work of a perm, natural curls are coquette material, too. Whether they’re being manipulated into a braided style or picked to afro perfection, curls can take on any coquette hair transformation.

@http.blackgirls.com “soft black girls“ ♡ #blackwomen #softgirl #coquetteaesthetic #cortagecore #fyp #pinterest ♬ Stargirl Interlude – The Weeknd

We’ll be keeping our eye on the coquette beauty trend as the year goes on to see who embraces it and what sub-genres come out of it (we’re watching you, dark coquette!). To the craft store for mini-bows, we go!

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An incredibly empowering thing about afro-textured hair is how versatile it is. Locs — a protective hairstyle where strands of hair are twisted around themselves into permanent fused units — are heavily associated with Black identity and have rich and complex origins. From Africa to Asia to the Americas, the hairstyle has been worn continuously by people of colour from various regions around the world, dating from ancient times until now. But despite their long history, locs were only really thrust into Western culture in the 1970s thanks to the success of reggae artist Bob Marley, who wore them as a part of his connection to Rastafarianism — a religious movement born in Jamaica.

RELATED: Tyrone Edwards on the Powerful Relationship He Has With His Signature Locs

For decades, the term “dreadlocks” has been used to describe the style, but today it’s considered problematic due to its deep entanglement in colonialism and the establishment of Eurocentric beauty standards, which have caused natural hair and protective styles to be unfairly judged and policed. Thus, there’s been a push to drop “dread” altogether to create a healthier narrative.

Sure, locs continue to be symbolic of spiritual or religious beliefs for many who sport them, but for a multitude of others, the hairstyle holds different meanings. It can represent cultural or ethnic pride, a step in determining one’s own beauty ideal or making a hairstyle choice that simply feels convenient  (though it does come with its own unique maintenance routine — and yes, that means regular washing). Here, four creatives share their locs journey and the experiences they’ve encountered along the way.

Shaquone Blake

Model, Toronto
@onceaking__

I grew up admiring locs. (My dad has had them for as long as I can remember.) To me, they represent power. I started growing my own when I was around 14, and five years into my locs journey, I began dabbling with different hues — blond, blue, red and green. But grey has always been my favourite hair colour; it reminds me of wisdom. I went through a series of boxed dyes to achieve my desired grey shade, but the process was really damaging to my hair so I eventually went to a hairdresser to try faux locs. My own locs get braided; then extensions (mine are handmade in Poland) are added in using a crochet technique. I’ve spent the majority of my life trying to fit in, but now I’m all about standing out. A locs mullet (bangs at the front, long in the back, shaved sides) has been my signature look for the past three years. My hair makes me feel magical, unique and exclusively me.

Naskademini

Photographer, Montreal
@naskademini

My parents and my brothers all have locs. Even my aunt has beautiful locs flowing almost all the way down to her ankles. I got mine done in Trinidad and Tobago, where my family is from, and it’s been quite a few years now that I’ve been growing them out. There are unpleasant stigmas associated with locs due to a lack of knowledge and the ways people can see you. A common question I get asked is if I wash my hair. A lot of people also mistake locs for braids or continue to refer to them as “dreadlocks,” not realizing that the traditional term now has a negative connotation attached to it. People have also randomly asked me if I have weed, assuming I’m a stoner or that I sell it. There’s a larger conversation that needs to be had about how people view the hairstyle and think you’re living a certain way based on your appearance.

Roxanne de Nobrega

Makeup Artist, Toronto
@roxannedenobrega

My locs journey started in the late ’90s with me shaving my head and going completely bald to get rid of my relaxed strands. I didn’t know any other way because there was not a lot of information available on locs, so it was a process learning about them. People would ask me why I was growing them out, commenting that I wouldn’t be able to find work. Maybe I wouldn’t have been able to get an office job — especially back then — but because I’m a makeup artist, I felt like I had creative licence to do what I wanted. Also, my image of locs was Angela Davis, an educated activist and university professor who had them at the time. Seeing her really gave me confidence and made me not worry about others’ opinions. I grew up being told that hair is a woman’s beauty, but I’ve never liked being controlled by anything. So when I shaved my head, I felt empowered knowing that my beauty was me and growing locs would only add to it. Since the ’90s, I’ve had my locs really long and short, I’ve coloured them many times and I’ve even shaved them off, grown an afro and then eventually retwisted my hair. I’ve never stuck to just one style. I just love how in control I feel with my locs.

Damaris White

Model, Barrie, Ont.
@queen.albino

I’ve been growing my locs for eight years. I was tired of the process of getting my hair chemically relaxed (which was often painful) every few weeks or having to get extensions redone. To me, locs felt like something that would be easier to maintain and that I could take on myself. And they’re very versatile: I’ll do updos or half-up styles and curl them or braid them. Common stereotypes I experience about my locs are people assuming I’m Rastafarian or spiritual or that I’m either vegan or vegetarian. And as a model, I’ve been on-set with hairstylists who think they can’t do much with my hair so they just leave it down.

A version of this article first appeared in FASHION’s March 2023 issue. Find out more here.

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Much like clothing is seasonally swapped in and out, your hair products should also rotate to match the outdoor environment. Elisha Gotha, owner of acclaimed Toronto curly hair salon The Curl Lounge, explains that the use of hair masks is particularly beneficial for curly hair due to its fragility, in comparison to other hair types. “We have a lot of natural broken bonds in our hair, which on a molecular level means that we have a lot of twists and turns that can cause more breakage,” says Gotha.

In such a vast natural hair market, curly customers are spoiled for choice. To narrow down the search for a winter-ready mask, Gotha suggests avoiding products largely composed of heavier oils (think shea butter, castor oil and coconut oil) which can create product build-up and prevent hydrating ingredients from penetrating the hair. One word you do want to seek out? Hydration.

Below, find the best hair masks for curly and natural hair to lean on this winter.

Oribe’s Hair Alchemy Strengthening Mask

 

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Oribe has expanded its award-winning Hair Alchemy Collection with a brand new buttery soft treatment masque aiming to hydrate, strengthen, and lengthen hair. Packed with a fortifying and silicone-free blend of Castor Seed Oil, Cold-Pressed Yacón Root Juice and Shea Butter, this Alchemy Strengthening Masque will restore elasticity to brittle curls and curb breakage. Suitable for daily use as an intensive conditioner or weekly use on finer hair, this masque can easily be added to any wash day lineup.

Carol’s Daughter Monoi Repairing Mask

 

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Now that the Brooklyn-born brand is available to shop in Canada online and at select retailers, we can finally get our hands on Carol’s Daughter’s Monoi Repairing Hair Mask. Formulated with hydrolyzed silk and monoi oil (an ancient mixture of Tahitian tiare gardenia flower extract and coprah coconut oil), this intense treatment mask nourishes strands from root to tip while reversing damage and preventing future breakage.

 

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Holy Curls Curl Mask

Founded across the pond in London, England, Holy Curls is a cruelty-free brand all about empowering women to embrace their curly hair — and with it comes a restorative baobab and shea-rich 15-minute curl mask. The mantra on the product label? “Flux the flow. Feel the vibe. Take it slow. Do it right. Because this is a moment, not a routine. It’s downtime. It’s your time. It’s me time.” We heard that! P.S. The brand is newly available at Detox Market Canada.

 

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Shaeri Intense Care Hair Mask

Au revoir Paris, hello Canada! Give your curls new life with Paris-based Shaeri’s Intense Care Mask, now available at Indigo. Shifting the French-girl hair narrative with every product, this brand believes in multiculturalism and innovation as it uses natural ingredients to hydrate all hair types (and especially curls!). The standout ingredient in this mask and the entire product lineup? Prickly pear oil packed with antioxidant properties via vitamin E derived from a cactus and sourced by women’s co-operatives in Morocco. Aesthetically packaged with fun graphic elements, this bottle also makes a gorgeous edition to any shower shelf.

 

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Everist The Deep Conditioning Concentrate

Canadian zero-waste hair and body brand Everist just dropped a plant-based deep conditioning concentrate that curls will love. Its major focus? You guessed it, hydration. The 100ml tube is packed with pumpkin seed oil and more than 20% aloe vera to back up its smoothing and detangling properties — all without harmful ingredients like parabens, silicones and synthetic fragrances. It can be used as a daily hair conditioner or left on for 15 minutes to really penetrate the hair as a deep treatment mask.

 

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The Potion Studio Confident Crown Conditioner

In all honesty, any hair product named “Confident Crown” sounds good to us already, but this conditioner from The Potion Studio walks the walk, too. Formulated with wheat protein, mango butter, and organic coconut oil, this product can double as a deep conditioner to moisturize and smooth all curls and coils — because founder Aziza El Wanni believes in helping curly-haired customers simplify their hair routines. If that weren’t enough, did we mention it’s vegan?

 

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K18 Biomimetic Hairscience Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask

Caring for curly hair is generally time-consuming — and deservedly so — but if you’re pinched for time and still need to work a treatment in, K-18’s molecular repair mask promises to reverse hair damage and deliver lasting results with its patented hair science in just four quick minutes. The mask’s patented K18Peptide repairs keratin chains within the innermost layers of hair to restore its strength and elasticity. All that in four minutes? Consider us sold.

 

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Amika x HairToStay Limited Edition Soulfood Nourishing Hair Mask

In support of HairToStay, a nonprofit helping cancer patients afford scalp cooling treatments, Amika released a special, limited edition of its ultra-rich jojoba seed oil and sea buckthorn powered nourishing mask. Available in both its 16oz value size (for extra-thirsty curls) or standard 8oz tubs, $4 of each purchase will be donated to HairToStay for this important cause.

 

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Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Super Moisture Conditioner

Don’t let the cost discourage you, this value size bottle will give you 33 ounces of reparative goodness that’ll outlast other masks — it’s clear Briogeo understands curls require a lot of product to get the job done. “It’s a little easier on the budget because you can get such a big size and it’s both hydrating and reparative, whereas some other masks can just be packaged so small,” says Gotha.

 

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Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask

Claiming to improve hydration, texture, elasticity, shine and manageability, Moroccanoil’s Intense Hydrating Mask truly lives up to its name. This product provides instant hydration, says Gotha, who recommends this mask for those suffering from severe dryness. Due to its ultra-hydrating properties, this formula fares best with medium-thick textured hair.

 

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Olaplex Hair Perfector No. 3

While hydration is key during these icy months, it’s also important to protect our textured tresses. Gotha’s top pick? Olaplex’s hugely popular Hair Perfector No. 3. “Olaplex has changed the game — it has bond rebuilders and it’s unlike anything else. Its patented technology helps reform your hair and the broken bonds we naturally have as curly girls,” she says. This treatment will help strengthen hair to withstand even the toughest winter accessories and protective styles.

 

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Innersense Hydrating Hair Masque

When using this mask by Innersense, less is more. “It doesn’t have a lot of water content, and it’s very concentrated. A little goes a long way and it’s activated by the water that’s already in your hair,” explains Gotha. Packed with the right balance of nourishing nutrients and hydrating oils, Innersense skips out on damaging toxins to give you an organic, clean concoction of hydration in a bottle.

 

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TGIN Honey Miracle Hair Mask

Oh, honey. If you’re in search of a budget-friendly treatment mask, Gotha recommends looking no further than TGIN’S Honey Miracle Hair Mask. “While it does contain some olive oil, the other ingredients are simple and it doesn’t have any damaging or filler ingredients,” says Gotha — meaning, no need to worry about the parabens or sulphates common in standard hair formulas. Thanks to the star ingredient of raw honey, this mask will leave your hair looking good and smelling good. Plus, it’s safe for colour treated curls too.

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