Benable — create shareable lists of things you recommend!
E.g., products you love, local businesses, travel recs - you can add anything to a Benable list!

Popular Asian Haircare You Have to Try

Woman Getting Haircut emoji 17 items
This year taught me that great hair doesn’t come from one miracle product it comes from a consistent, thoughtful routine. Once I stopped neglecting my scalp, learned to rotate my shampoos, and started treating my hair with the same care I give my ski...
Sections
6
 
 
 
 
 
 

Styling & Volume Boosters

This section brings me back to when I was experimenting with bangs and desperately trying to manage flat roots and flyaways. Discovering tools like hair shadows and styling sticks felt like uncovering beauty secrets I wish I had known years ago. Thes...

 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
When I had bangs, this was my ride-or-die. Just a gentle dab with the included puff and boom instantly fuller, thicker-looking hair at the hairline or sparse crown. It’s like contouring for your scalp! I always used this when tying my hair up made su...
ETUDE - Pang Pang Hair Shadow
 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
This stick is the holy grail for baby hairs and flyaways. It’s a must-have in my bag, especially for on-the-go fixes. The scent is subtle and clean. When I had bangs, this was the only thing that kept them from flipping up.
Diane Perfect Beauty MAEGAMI Stick Natural 10ml

Cleansing & Scalp Care

Pre-cleansing became my new non-negotiable. It felt like skincare for my head, and honestly, it was a total reset for my routine. The result? A fresher, cleaner feeling that lasted longer and a noticeable improvement in scalp health.

 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
If you’ve ever struggled with scalp odor, buildup, or itchiness, this is a game-changer. It's like a pre-cleanse for your scalp minty, gentle, and so refreshing. After using this, my scalp stayed cleaner longer and I didn’t even need a second shampoo...
DARIYA - Fukemin-U Scalp Cleansing Gel

Shampoo Breakdown

I never thought I’d be the person with six different shampoos in my shower, but here I am and I love it. Each one has its own purpose, and I switch depending on what my hair and scalp need that day. Some tackle itchiness, others bring out shine or he...

 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
Great for balancing oily scalps during pregnancy. The rosemary works wonders for prolonging that fresh-wash feeling.
Aromatica Rosemary Shampoo
placeholder
 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
Smoothes frizz and strengthens hair ideal for anyone wanting low-maintenance shine and health, especially with heat damage or color-treated strands.
No. 4 Bond Maintenance™ Shampoo - Olaplex
 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
I recommended this to my sister for serious dandruff, and the results were jaw-dropping. It’s packed with zinc pyrithione and panthenol and leaves the scalp soothed, not stripped. Think of it like a medicated but gentle hug for your head.
Dr.FORHAIR - Folligen Original Shampoo
 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
Feels like a luxurious Jo Malone perfume but cleans like a pro. Great for everyday volume, scent, and a refreshed scalp.
LABO-H Scalp Strengthening Shampoo Hair Loss Care 333mL (+50) | OLIVE YOUNG Global
 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
If your goal is frizz control and shine, this is it. Leaves hair incredibly soft with a perfume-like scent that lingers. Formulated with ceramides, biotin, and protein this is your best bet for sealing moisture into every strand.
DR CEURACLE Vegan Aquarising Shampoo (300ml)
 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
Perfect for post-bleach care or irritated scalps. Fragrance-free and loaded with skin-calming ingredients like Cica and oxygenated water. It's like a toner for your scalp!
ALIVE:LAB - O2 Scalp Water Shampoo

Hair Masks & Deep Treatments

Swapping out conditioner for hair masks changed everything for me. There’s something luxurious and healing about standing in the shower and letting a rich, silky mask soak into your strands. This section is full of favorites that helped me tame frizz...

 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
Switched from conditioner to this and never looked back. It detangles, smooths, and adds that glass-like shine. This one works beautifully with heat styling.
Fino Premium Touch Hair Mask, 8.11 Ounce
 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
For seriously damaged or porous hair, this edges out the Fino. Richer, more moisturizing, and has a luxurious scent. My personal favorite when my strands need extra TLC.
Shiseido - Tsubaki Premium EX Repair Hair Mask
 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
The ultimate weekly rescue for overprocessed hair. Thicker than other masks, deeply nourishing, and stays on even after rinsing—perfect for bleached, permed, or highly damaged hair.
Dr.FORHAIR - UNOVE Deep Damage Treatment EX

Post-Shower Essentials

This is the step that took my hair from ‘meh’ to wow. Oils, serums, and milks gave my hair the life and manageability I didn’t think I could ever achieve without professional help. These products made air-drying feasible and heat-styling effortless. ...

 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
I apply it to damp ends first and use leftover product near the crown never too heavy, just right for controlling frizz and enhancing shine. With this + a hair mask, my coarse hair has transformed from straw-like to silky.
Mise En Scene Perfect Super Rich Serum for Hair Damage - with Rich Argan Oils, Hair Essence for High Nutrition Intensive Care, Korean Hair Oil, 2.70 fl. Oz C32
 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
Discovered in Japan, and it changed everything. The magic is real I only noticed how powerful it was when I stopped using it. Ideal for taming frizz, detangling, and acting as a light heat protectant.
Orbis - Essence In Hair Milk
 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
My go-to for finishing touches. Just a little on the ends revives old curls and smooths out dryness. Also great on second- or third-day hair when things start to look unruly.
Lador - Perfumed Hair Oil - 3 Types

Dry Shampoos

If I had a dollar for every time dry shampoo saved my look, I’d have enough to buy them in bulk. Seriously though, this section is all about stretching out good hair days. These dry shampoos aren’t just about oil control they’re about reviving volume...

 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
Rice and tapioca powder absorb oils beautifully. Shake, spritz, and flip your head for instant blowout vibes. Keeps my roots fresh and volumized.
Fulvic Acid Volumizing Dry Shampoo Powder For Oily Scalp
 
Katerina Nedelkoska profile picture
If you're in a pinch, this little K-beauty gem doubles as a dry shampoo. Kept my hair looking fresh even on day 4. Absolute lifesaver.
No-Sebum Mineral Powder