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Skip the salon and get these model-worthy transformations at home.
1. A Revlon hot air brushthat will give you a salon-like blow out in the comfort of your own home. No more juggling a blow-dryer and a hair brush — this tool combines them and will make your life soooo much easier.
Promising review: "First time review and it’s because I’m so happy with this dryer/styler! My hair is about shoulder length, very fine with a slight curl, and now it has some gray to it. It’s also frizzy, no matter what I use. I’m 61 years old so trust me, I’ve used a lot of products! Never have I been able to get my hair to look like it did after leaving the salon, EXCEPT after using this. I watched some YouTube videos first for some pointers, and then I gave it a try. It’s easy to use, even though it’s bigger than I thought it would be. My hair came out beautiful! Smooth, soft, no frizz and lots of volume. Hope this review helps you anyone out there that have similar hair!" —Anon anon
Some reviewers with 4a–c hair liked this brush, but others didn't. If you're looking for something that was designed with coilier hair in mind, you may wanna check out theRevlon One-Step paddle brush.
Get it from Amazon for $33.58+(available in three versions).
2. A bottle of sulfate-free Biotin shampooinfused with botanical extracts to help thicken and hydrate your hair while also clarifying and cleansing product buildup on your scalp. Yeah, go ahead and just toss your other shampoo, you won't be needing it anymore.
Read more about how biotin could help with the fullness of hair atCleveland Clinic.
Maple Holisticsis a small personal care brand founded by lifelong pals Ben and Motti after they searched for solutions to Ben's hair loss and scalp irritation.
Promising review: "I love this shampoo! I had gastric sleeve surgery and my hair was very, very thin. I started taking biotin and switched to biotin shampoo as recommended by my doctor. It doesn’t make your hair grow by washing it but it makes your hair and roots stronger. And it worked. After using the whole bottle, my hair was stronger. I had a lot of new growth that was sticking around (the previous new growth fell out early on) and my hair was getting thicker. Eight months later, my hair is back to normal. It's longer and thicker than ever. I still use it twice a week and love it! I’m not in love with the way it smells but others love it when they smell my hair." —Diane J. Huff
Get it from Amazon for $12.95+(available in three sizes, four scents, and a two-pack).
3. A purple shampooto help keep your blonde looking fresh instead of yellow and brassy. Maybe now you can hold off on that expensive salon visit a liiiittle bit longer.
Promising review: "This stuff is a godsend! I used to have red hair and decided to get a blonde balayage. It took two visits to get my hair lightened to where it looked blonde and not gold, but it still had lots of gold in it. Now my hair is finally blonde and not gold! I’m so happy! Plus this stuff smells amazing and makes my hair so soft and shiny and voluminous with lots of body!" —KatEd
Get it from Amazon for $12.25+ (available in three sizes).
And check out our full write-up on this Fanola No Yellow Shampoo to learn more.
4. Living Proof Full Dry Volume & Texture Sprayif you're not a fan of the expertly placed hairstyles and want more of a lived-in-but-still-done vibe. Just hit your roots with a couple sprays, give your hair a littlezhuzh, and achieve that perfectly imperfect style of your dreams.
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Promising review: "My all-time favorite. I’m on my fourth bottle and the bottle itself lasts forever. I have bleached processed hair (balayage) and curl it practically everyday. I’ve noticed such a difference when I stopped using it because I ran out. People notice the volume. It doesn’t weigh my hair down or make it feel like it has residue." —Mluvvv
Get it from Sephora for $19+ (available in two sizes).
5. A beloved-by-the-internet detangling brushto get through any of those extra stubborn tangles *without* pulling out all your hair in the process.
Promising review: "I purchased this brush three weeks ago and have used it every day. I like the brush so much I ordered three more for my adult daughters. Not only is the brush gentle on my gray hair, but it also feels like I am giving myself a head massage. Also, I appreciate the wide hand base design. I have rheumatoid arthritis and it is not always easy to grip an ordinary hairbrush. Plus, the brush is easy to clean. It truly glides through my wet hair." —ANS
Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in nine colors and two-packs).
6. The Olaplex Hair Perfector No. 3 treatmentdesigned to help repair broken bonds, leaving you with smooth and silky locks instead of dry and frizzy strands.
Make sure your hair is wet when you use this, and apply liberally from roots to ends. Use once a week or twice a week if you have severely damaged hair.
Promising reviews: "I had a botched hair color. The hairdresser over-bleached and processed my hair. I could hardly brush it because of the damage. I knew I needed to find something to repair my hair. This product has worked wonders. I did an overnight treatment, and I could feel that my hair was more manageable. I love this product. I now use it once a week to help replenish my damaged hair. My hair is very thick so I only got two treatments out of one bottle. I will definitely be using this in the future. It smells good and is easy to apply." —Amazon Customer
"I have used this product three times so far. I have noticed a significant difference in my hair. I had my hair colored and experienced dryness and breakage. This product was recommended by a YouTuber. So, I gave it a try and am pleased. Initially, I used it every three to four days and will now use every seven days. I feel this product has made a huge difference with shedding, tangles, dryness, and breakage. I finally found something that worked for my coily, 4c hair." —Tasha
Get it from Amazon for$30.
7. Or a bottle ofElizavecca Hair Treatmentinfused with collagen to help restore your hair.Reviewersare even saying it'scomparable toOlaplex(and less than one-third of the price)!
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See it in action on TikTokhere.
This is designed to work on all hair types, with reviewers with 2b–4c curls mentioning it worked for them! Just apply it to your wet hair after shampooing, wait five minutes, rinse it out, and voila!
Promising reviews: "TikTokmade me buy this the first time. I liked it enough to buy it again. It leaves my hair super hydrated and soft. If you have issues with oily hair, maybe not for you. But those with dry or curly hair needing moisture — yes yes yes! Keep the box for directions because you can’t read the ones on the bottle if you don’t understand the language." —Kandyce D.
"Saw it on a TikTok video. Thought I would try it out. I have long hair and it gets tangly and dry. I could not believe how well this product works. Hidden gem. Definitely try this one." —Kitty kat
Get it from Amazon for $7.40.
And read our full review of Elizavecca's Hair Protein Treatment.
8. OGX Locking + Coconut Curls Air Dry Creamthat'll help hold your curls *without* the dreaded ~crunch~ sensation that many curl creams provide. Apply it to damp hair, scrunch, and go on with your life, couldn't get much easier than that!
Promising review:"I put some in my hair for the first time today and I'm impressed! I towel dried my hair and then put about a quarter size in my palm and spread throughout my hair, scrunched my hair, and then let it air dry. I thinkit did a good job at defining my waves and eliminating the serious frizz." —ninjamommy
Get it from Amazon for$7.97.
9. A L'Oreal*eight-second* lamellar water rinse-out treatmentbecause why use anything else if you could achieve moisture, shine, and silkiness in EIGHT SECONDS?! I mean come on, that seems too good to be true, but the over30,000 5-star ratingsprove that this might just be real life magic.
And it's silicone-free!
Promising review:"I don’t usually do reviews on products, but for this one I absolutely have to. I have 3c type hair and struggle with a lot a breakage, unmanageability, and moisture. When my mom mentioned this product to me I didn’t take her seriously because of the simple fact that we have two completely different hair textures. I never would have thought this brand would work on my hair. I have always used ethnic hair products and stayed away from brands such as this one because of the alcohol consumption.I have never in my 22 years felt my hair like this.I feel like I have a completely different head of hair. This product is so amazing and I will FOREVER be using this product in my hair regimen. Thank you so much!! ♥️" —Theressa Hailey
Get it from Amazon for$10.97.
10. Aleave-in conditionerthat will finally detangle your kid's hair without damaging their luscious curls. We know it can be a battle just to have your kid let you brush their hair, so this will help you make the experience less miserable for them (and let's be honest, for you, too).
Promising review: "My granddaughters have long curly hair, and this is the first product that actually worked at getting the tangles out! Their hair was soft and no tears were shed while combing through, which to me is most important! The smell is nice and not overwhelming. Overall, this is just a great product and I will definitely bebuyingagain!" —Danielle Bustamante
Get it from Amazon for $7.49+(available in two sizes and a two-pack).
11. A scalp massagerto soothe your scalp while also exfoliating, removing dandruff, and promoting healthier hair growth. Who knew one little tool could be so versatile?!
Promising review: "I have suffered from dry scalp and dandruff for years. I recently shaved my head and realized just how bad my scalp really was. Red irritated spots everywhere that became very easy to see with my short hair. After using this product along with a coconut oil moisturizer for three days, my scalp is already healing. The product is easy to hold, easy to clean, and feels great on an itchy scalp. I also don’t have dandruff flakes at all anymore. Trust me, you won’t regret purchasing this product!" —Britt
Get it from Amazon for $6.98+(available in three colors).
12. JVN Complete Hydrating Air Dry Hair Creamthat'll help define and lift your curls to create a buildable hold that doesn't ~crunch~ when you touch it. It's safe for colored hair andit's cruelty-free and vegan!
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JVN is a hair care line fromJonathan Van Ness (yes, of Queer Eye) created to help drive change in the beauty industry and celebrate each person's unique beauty. This cream isvegan, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging
Promising review: "Leaves my wavy slightly graying hair soft, less frizzy and not weighed down. Great for my low-maintenance wash and air dry ways. Love the packaging too." —megawf
Get it from Sephora for $28(also available in a mini size).
13. Herstyler Hair Repair Serummade with hydratingargan oil, aloe vera, and vitamin E to help transform dry and damaged hair into a silky, smooth mane without all the pesky flyaways.
Promising review: "Tried this product after reading an article on Facebook about how to deal with naturally curly hair. I put it in my hair when it's wet. Let it air dry and it makes it amazingly curly. It also smells good. I get compliments regularly about how I smell good. And it's this serum. This took my hair from being frizzy and unmanageable to perfectly curly and EASY! Wish I would have found it sooner." —J. Miller
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+(also available in multi-packs).
14. John Frieda Frizz Ease Dream Curls Air Dry Waves Styling Foamyou just scrunch in your hair and ~head~ on your way, no heat needed! This, my friends, is the low-effort styling product of your dreams.
15. COLAB Overnight Renew Dry Shampoodesigned to be used the night before to work while you sleep so you can jump right into your morning routine without having to worry about refreshing your hair.
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BuzzFeed Shopping writerElizabeth Lillyhas this and says, "I have this dry shampoo and it really does work so much harder than regular dry shampoo formulas. When you spray it on, it's more likely to look stark white (don't freak out about it like I did!), but you simply rub it in like you would a normal dry shampoo before you hit the hay. Waking up with de-greased roots definitely gives me a head start on trying to pull myself together these days when, tbh, I'm only (regular) washing my hair once a week. Because this stuff is so potent though, you should really only use it before bedtime. If you're curious about their regular dry shampoos, they're great!"
Get it from Walmart for $11.57+(available in three scents).
16. A 100% waterproof, satin-linedHairbrellato keep your hair looking just as good as when you left the house, no matter what the weather is outside. Once you're safely back indoors, it conveniently folds into a pouch so you can store it in your bag.
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Hairbrella is a Black-owned small business that has been creating fashionable hats that protect hair from all kinds of weather since 2016.
Promising review: "I traveledto London last month with a raincoat that did not have a hood, and I wanted something that would protect my head/hair/blowout without lugging an umbrella. This definitely did the trick. Two of the three days were rainy (some quite heavy) and my hair stayed totally dry. It stows nicely, too. I'm still learning how to adjust it while it's on my head (easier to adjust first and then put it on). Also, when I do have it tightened/pulled to the right place, the loop/slack from where I adjusted it sort of sticks out and gets in my peripheral vision. I wish the adjustment/clasp was on less prominent. But, all in all, this is perfect for anyone who wants to keep their blowout fresh in the rain." —Miss Information
Get it from Amazon for $34+(available in 14 colors).
17. A Moroccanoil treatmentthat may cause your jaw to hit the floor when you see the results of what it can do. It'll help condition, smooth frizz and flyaways, detangle, and boost shine to give you the hair transformation you've always dreamt of. Seriously, everyone is gonna be asking for your secrets.
Promising reviews: "This brand of oil is by far the best I’ve used. The fragrance, drying power, and moisturizing is just what my curly hair needs. It protects hair when using hair dryers, curlers etc. without weighing it down. It’s a great finishing product too. Use just a small amount… it goes a long way!" —Tonytex
"After years of damage my hair is at a point of no return. I started using this product nightly and after a few days I could already see a big difference. I highly recommend it." —Mom2
Get it from Amazon for $18+(available in three sizes).
18. BestLan Hair Finishing Stickto tame the breakage or baby hairs that never seem to sit in their place. Say goodbye to constantly trying to blow dry them into place or going over the same section 10+ times with your straightener. With a quick swipe, you'll be looking like you spenthourson your hair.
Promising review: "I’m in love with this product! I have super curly hair that loves to frizz and now I can let it air dry, put it in a bun with no more flyaways thank God! It really isn’t crunchy at all and surprisingly it’s not greasy at all which is perfect for me with the curly hair! You won’t be sad you bought this!" —Karissa Chavez
Get it from Amazon for $6.78+(available in three versions and a two-pack).
19. Or an edge control gelthat works so well, you can go about your day as usual without having to worry about your edges staying in place. Some reviewers even say they lastup to three daysif they tie their hair up when they sleep!
And just a note that you shouldn't feel pressured to lay your edges! For more on this, check out "Just A Friendly PSA That You Don't HAVE To Lay Your Edges Down If You Don't Wanna."
See it in action on TikTok here.
Promising review:"I’ve tried so many different products for my two daughters' edges. My 4-year-old daughter has 4c hair. My almost 2-year-old daughter’s hair type is to be determined because she is still growing. But it’s VERY curly. This stuff is the ONLY product I have found that slays their edges and keeps them in place ALL DAY when they are at school playing, climbing, and doing their thing.They live their best lives and their edges don’t move.And it’s great if you’re into doing different types of designs like heart edges, wavy edges, whatever. I do it all, and this product never disappoints. It also is great for holding down the hairs when doing a bun or ponytail. Very sleek look." —Jenna LeBlanc
Get it from Amazon for $5.49+ (available in four sizes and multi-packs).
20. A dandruff shampoodesigned to actually get to the root (see what I did there…like hair roots…) of the problem. This shampoo helps stop what iscausingthe dandruff, instead of just trying to treat the symptoms of flaking hair and itchiness.
The active ingredient in this is a powerful antifungal.
Promising review:"I have tried every natural thing for my dandruff-y, funky scalp. I did tea tree, neem, a couple of Aveda systems, borax, just everything. For a couple of YEARS. I'd see mild improvement, but it was always a struggle and if I let up, it was back with a vengeance. And then I used this twice and it's just all gone. I'm going to keep using it for a while to make sure this stuff is killed off completely, butI can already tell I'm not going to have gross lumps of dead skin in my hair ever again.I've had a lot of hair loss the last couple of years too, and I have SO much hope that this will help reverse that! I'm still using my nice natural shampoo as my main shampoo. This stuff is kind of harsh. But as medicine it can't be beat and I'm so glad I bought it." —bright shiny things
Get it from Amazon for $15.88.
21. OrBriogeo Scalp Revival Charcoal and Coconut Oil Micro-Exfoliating Shampoobecause you've probably never thought about exfoliating your scalp before, but I'm here to tell you that you should! Say buh-bye to flakes and dryness!
The pics above are with just ONE wash!!! This stuff is cruelty-free and made with tea tree, coconut, and peppermint oils. Plus it's from a Black woman-owned brand! 🙌
Promising review: "Totally amazing and beyond expectations. Chronic dry scalp for over a year, and with **one use**, super awesome results. My head feels fantastic and no more flaking. I'm going to buy a vat of this stuff and swim around in it! Really worth it." —Jana
Get it from Amazon for $15+(available in three quantities).
22. Someclip-in hair extensionsfor those days you just wanna add a few extra inches or some more volume to your hairstyle. Come on, for under $10 you may as well grab a set to have on hand so you're prepared the next time you're inspired by a TikTok tutorial!
Promising review: "This was the best nine dollars I've spent in a long time! The color is a perfect match to my hair. The hair is very long — I cut at least 12 inches off. It stays in place very well. This is a fun addition to my going out look." —SBonert
Get them from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in six lengths and 32 colors).
Find out more in my colleague's Reecho hair extensions deep dive!
23. Gisou hair oilmade with honey to helphydrate, boost shine, and smooth frizz and flyaways. You're gonna ~bee~ so thrilled by your silky, smooth hair. 🐝
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It's suitable for all hair types!
Promising reviews:"I have seen the brand Gisou quite a bit on IG and TikTok and couldn't wait to try it myself. I have fine texture hair that's currently winter-air dry. A little goes a long way with this hair oil. It smells absolutely wonderful and I love the packaging and ingredients. It definitely smooths my hair without making it oily or weighed down. Looks smoother after every use." —Californiagirlh
“This hair oil does EVERYTHING it says it does. Not only does it leave a great shine to your hair, but it also doesn’t weight it down at all. I’ve been using it for a few weeks now and I have noticed that my hair is drastically more shiny and less brittle-looking. Also, the scent is absolutely divine and it does linger but don’t worry, it is not an overwhelming scent. For reference, I have thick 3b–3c curly hair. P.S., the packaging is super beautiful so this product is a win-win!" —MariahSantiago
Get it from Sephora for $25+(available in two sizes) or Amazon for $46.
24. ADenman hairbrushthat will help you form perfectly styled and defined curls while also detangling and reducing frizz — talk about a win–win–win–win.
Check out an instructional TikTok here!
Promising reviews: "TikTok made me do it. I never knew I had 3a curls until I used this brush. It evenly spreads product throughout the hair and clumps up your curls. It’s just an amazing brush!" —mariela
"I never would have believed I would go against everything I thought I knew about curls. As someone who has had a love/hate relationship with my hair, it had taken years to perfect my method of wide tooth comb in the shower and never would think to put a brush through my wet hair. After my curl expert hair stylist rocked my world by using this brush, I’ve converted! And my curls have never been more uniform, less frizzy, hold better the next day, etc. Go for it, curly one!" —Patricia
Get it from Amazon for $21.95+ (available in seven versions).
25. A heatless hair curlerto give you amazingly bouncy curls with no damage because there is no heat!! The curler is also made with satin to help prevent tangled hair.
This heatless curler comes as a set, so you'll also get two matching silk scrunchies and a hair clip with purchase!
Promising review: "I could not be moreobsessedwith this. I have stick-straight hair and I'm a new mom. I love feeling glam but have about seven minutes to get ready every morning. I put these in when I go to sleep at night. They're comfy and only take two minutes to put in. And when I wake up, I pull them out in 15 seconds, mist with hairspray, and I have bouncy curls for the rest of the day.Works better than curling irons for me!" —nikki liu
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five colors/patterns).
26. Or a 42-pack of curling rodsyou can use on any length or texture hair, and you don't have to worry about getting all caught up in Velcro like with other curlers. With no heat, you won't cause any damage to your hair, and you can safely wear these while you sleep or while you are getting ready for the day. Just wrap your hair around the rods, fold them, and when you take them out you'll be in awe of how good your hair looks.
Promising review: "I LOOOOVE these curlers! My hair is super long and it never does anything but awkwardly bend because it’s super poker straight! I have to have curlers in overnight to get any curl to stick and these are super comfortable to sleep in! My curls were amazing!! Finally an adorable spiral curl! What’s even better is the second day they STILL looked beautiful! I cannot rant and rave enough about how awesome these are!" —Amazon Customer
Get them from Amazon for $9.99.
27. Or if you're more of a ~straight hair~ stan, theDyson Airstraitthat effortlessly dries *and* straightens your hair AT THE SAME TIME. And no, this isn't like those straighteners we used back in the day that were actually frying our hair off — this doesn't have hot plates, it only uses air!! We love efficiency. 👏🏼👏🏼
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Check it out on TikTok here!
My colleagueHeather Bragahas and loves it:
"I've had the pleasure of testing out the Dyson Airstrait and, OMG, what an incredible piece of technology. Yes, I called this 'tech' instead of a beauty tool. While it is both of these things, I was amazed by the gadget-ness of it right off the bat. I literally had to select on an LCD screen what language MY STRAIGHTENER should be set to...wild. Anyways! The Airstrait has the ability to straighten both wet or dry hair — and does without the use of damaging hot plates. It uses directional airflow to smooth and straighten hair and, honestly, it is a pretty magical experience. The biggest learning curve for me was realizing the copper pieces (where the fan lives) need to face outward so you're not blowing your hair all over the place. The fan increases when you clamp the Airstrait around your hair (HOW DOES IT KNOW!?) and pauses entirely when you set it down (seen in the GIF to the left). Additionally, I have a toddler and am very limited on time. With this gadget, I was able to take my hair from directly-from-the-shower wet to natural-looking straight hair in only 10 minutes! This is going to be such a game-changer for my life!!! It's definitely worth the splurge. Add this to your wish list or, you know, get it now."
Get it from Amazon for $499+(available in three colors).
Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
