If You Want To Get Better At Doing Your Hair, These 43 Products Are Game Changers

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15-07-2025

A microfiber towel wrap because traditional bath towels are so harsh on hair, and not only is this a gentler option — it'll also dry your hair way more quickly. You can pin it at the back and go about your day without having to perform a balancing act.
Briogeo's Heat Protectant Crème — it doesn't just protect your strands against high temperatures when styling; it *also* smooths frizz and leaves your hair soft and shiny using rosehip, argan, and coconut oils.
A blow-dry spray to protect your hair from heat, eliminate frizz after washing, and *also* decrease blow-dry time by 50% so you have time to make that coffee run before your 9 a.m. meeting.
A JVN Air Dry Cream, which eliminates the arduous step of blow drying your hair — you can just apply this to wet hair, and it'll leave you with minimal frizz and enhance your natural waves or curls if you have them.
A spray bottle of SoCozy leave-in conditioner, a game changer for both curly-haired kiddos and adults. It helps reduce breakage, frizz, and tangles when applied before bedtime, but it can also help with styling in the morning by leaving curls defined and bouncy.
A Revlon one-step hair dryer and volumizer so you can give yourself a gorgeous blowout without visiting the salon — it knocks out drying *and* styling your hair in one step to save time in the mornings too!
Or a universal blow dryer diffuser attachment — it diffuses heat to help prevent damage to your hair, maximizes volume and definition by drying your curls in their natural pattern, and reduces frizz. It'll put so much life back into your curls and waves, you'll wonder how you ever lived without it.
*OR* a Wavytalk blow dryer and diffuser to have both options — it weighs just 1 pound, so if your arm tends to hurt while styling your hair, this lightweight cutie might do the trick. (It would also be great for kids interested in learning to do their own hair!) It comes with a diffuser attachment to help enhance any natural curls, or you can swap on the concentrator nozzle for a sleek look. It also folds in half for easier storage and travel!
A 42-pack of foam curling rods that make curling your hair *so* easy. All you have to do is wrap your hair around the rods into your desired shape and size, then wait a few hours while you do chores or watch TV (some folks even wear them to bed). You'll be rewarded with gorgeous curls that you can enjoy for the next few days without any extra effort!
Or a Kitsch heatless hair curler covered in satin to help lock in moisture and reduce frizz and split ends. Rather than using different individual rods, your hair gets wrapped around this single long rod, kind of like a headband. It's comfortable enough to sleep in and even cute enough to wear out as a hairstyle, and you'll have gorgeous ringlets for the next several days after removal!
*Or* a versatile set of sponge rollers for some retro heat-free styling — you can experiment with different styles without damaging your hair, like tight ringlets or big, bouncy curls.
Bedhead's Deep Waver tool that'll show your hair (that can't hold a curl to save its life) who's boss. It'll sculpt gorgeous, shiny waves without creating any frizz, and has different heat settings. PLUS it's dual voltage, so if you're a frequent traveler, you'll be all set for your globetrotting.
Or a 2-in-1 hair tool (also dual voltage!) so you can stop making room for both your curling iron and straightener in your suitcase — this will take up literally half the space and give you ~options~ for how you want to style your hair every day.
Crave Naturals' Glide Thru detangling brush that's capable of passing through annoying tangles with ease, helping you brush out your strands without causing any pain. It makes the process fly by *much* faster so you can tame your mane and move on, minus any yanking, pulling, or tears.
Or a Denman hair brush literally made for curly hair — it detangles, distributes product evenly, and shapes curls so you can dash out the door with perfectly sculpted spirals and time to spare. Also, its mini size makes it easy to hold and great for curly-haired kids to use as well.
Color Wow's genius anti-humidity spray to rescue your hair on days when you step outside and practically get hit in the face with humidity, which inevitably causes your hair to go flat and frizzy. This formula (which is used by Kim K and J.Lo's stylist, Chris Appleton) essentially waterproofs your hair so you can rock that sleek, shiny look without any weather raining on your parade.
And Money Mist, an ultra-lightweight leave-in conditioner from the wizards at Color Wow. It's designed to leave your mane looking luxuriously sleek and glossy — and goes a step further to provide heat and UV protection, so you'll be all set for blow drying afterward (but you can also air dry). Alexa, play "Money" by Lisa, because your hair will look like it's in a whole other tax bracket with this secret weapon in your arsenal.
An elongating curling gel helping you achieve spirals that are soft and defined without losing any length. Plus, you're getting a ton of product in this generously sized tub, and $14 for a pack of two is a steal.
A 2-in-1 hair bun maker if you've ever wished you could pull off one of those effortlessly perfect buns you see on others — with this, you'll be able to easily throw your hair up in a variety of cute bun styles. And BONUS for my fellow air-dry girlies: Use this while your hair is damp, and you'll be left with beautiful curls afterward!
An interlocking tool for maintaining your locs at home while parked comfortably in front of the TV — a way better option than sitting at the salon for hours (and dropping $$$ afterward). Reviewers say it lets you get close to the scalp with no painful pulling or snagging!
Luxe-looking satin scrunchies that are much easier on your hair than other types of hair bands — they'll keep your hair back without damaging, pinching, or snagging. These have a cute oversized design that'll really give your updo some *oomph*.
Bunzee Bands, thick adjustable hair bands made for Afro puffs, locs, dreads, and thick ponytails. They're incredibly strong and sturdy (lasting anywhere from six months to two years!) while still being delicate enough on your strands, and unlike many scrunchies, they won't slip and fall out when you're dashing to work.
A bottle of Elizavecca Hair Treatment formulated to deeply repair and hydrate your hair thanks to restorative ingredients like collagen and ceramide 3. You just apply it after shampooing, wait as little as five minutes, then rinse it out for hair that looks *and* feels silky soft. Some reviewers say it's even BETTER than Olaplex, which is over three times the price!
A L'Oreal Paris rinse-out lamellar water treatment that'll transform your hair in just eight seconds (!) to leave your hair shiny, silky, and ultra-hydrated, no matter your hair type!
Big Sexy Hair's weightless volumizing and texturizing powder in case your hair is on the thinner side — this unscented powder gives your hair body and lift that actually lasts *without* any gross residue or stickiness. There's hope for us fine hair girlies! 🙏
And a boar-bristle teasing brush if even more V-O-L-U-M-E is what you seek — this lil' guy will literally take your hair to new heights.
A travel-friendly mattifying powder shampoo you won't want to go anywhere without once you see how effective it is at mattifying oily roots. Just dab it on your roots to release an ultra-fine powder that absorbs oil and revives ~volume~ so you can stay fresh from morning to night.
French hair forks (measuring over 4 inches in length each!) so you can twist your long hair up into a cute updo. These are sturdy enough to last the whole day, and they're versatile for a bunch of different styling options!
Or French concord curved clips made for the person who's like, "No puny claw clip has ever successfully held my hair up all day." Reviewers SWEAR by the grip on these babies, and they come in different sizes so you can choose the best fit for you. They're designed to prevent any hair creasing or slipping, *and* you can get them in cute pastel shades — I mean!!
A bottle of Fanola "No Yellow" purple shampoo to help your blonde or gray hair continue looking its best in between salon appointments, since this'll neutralize yellow, brassy tones that start to peek through over time. Reviewers say they see a big difference in their hair after each use!
And an easy-to-use L'Oreal root-concealing spray if you're tired of booking expensive salon appointments just to have your roots touched up. It takes just *seconds* to use and looks super natural.
A banana hair clip capable of firmly holding thick, textured, and curly/coily hair in place, though it's great for sweeping back hair of any type! It has a genius stretchy comb design with fine teeth that can easily (and painlessly) slide in and out of roots, and it's available with cute details like beading and spikes!
Expandable bird nest hair clips with a genius design that prevents pulling and adjusts to the thickness of your hair for a sturdy (but not painful) grip. You can use them for ponytails, buns, half-dos, and more!
A Living Proof de-frizzing spray made to replenish your hair's natural oils when it's looking dull and frizzy in between washes. It tames up to 92% (!) of frizz, so next time you wake up with a truly frightful case of bedhead, you can reach for this and ~tame the mane~.
Ebin New York 24-hour edge tamer that helps you lay down your edges and adds shine without flaking or weighing your hair down with daily use.
Or a hair finishing stick letting you take control of all those flyaways and slick them back without feeling greasy. This petite stick can go right in your bag so it's on hand for mid-day touch-ups.
A heated beard brush for taming your wild, unruly beard. It heats up in just 30 seconds, letting you groom and ~perfect~ your beard with just a few strokes. It's so effective, it has bearded folks wondering how they went years without it!
Some Lime Crime Unicorn hair dye so you can achieve your dream of sporting a colorful mane, minus the expense (and time) of a salon trip. This semi-permanent dye is vegan, cruelty-free, and free of any harsh chemicals, so it won't damage your hair!
Pantene Pro-Vitamin Essence, a lightweight mist infused with pro-vitamin B5 to basically turn back the clock on damage done to your hair — so long, breakage and split ends! This leave-in treatment works by building new bonds deep within your hair's protein structure, and it does it all without leaving your hair feeling heavy or greasy. Plus, it basically doubles as perfume with how good it smells!
A TikTok-famous honey-infused Gisou hair oil that'll make your hair feel soooo luxurious. Honey's a natural humectant that attracts and retains moisture, so it's great at locking in hydration that'll leave your hair so soft and shiny — once again, the bees are out here saving us all. 🐝
A shampoo scalp massager made for cleaning and exfoliating your head while in the shower, which doubles as an *incredible* salon-level scalp massage. The ergonomic handle makes using the scrubber much easier (good if your arms tend to get sore while shampooing), and people with itchy, dry scalps say it's gotten rid of flakes as well. It may even help stimulate hair growth.
A satin bonnet if you're tired of waking up with a truly scary case of bedhead every morning. The buttery soft satin reduces friction on your hair to prevent frizz and breakage, and it's double-layered to prevent any hair dye or products from soaking into your sheets. Bonus: The elastic band is adjustable so you can make it just tight enough to prevent slippage without it being *too* tight.
Or an affordable set of satin pillowcases with all the same hair benefits (preventing frizz, breakage, and tangles) if you've tried wearing a bonnet and didn't love it. Your skin will feel happier too, since these won't dry it out! PLUS, your bed will feel more ~luxurious~ for a fraction of the price that you'd spend on real silk.