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Haircare Products That Took My Hair From Why to Wow
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items I went from a choppy, uneven bob (college mistakes..) to waist-length hair thanks to these. They stopped the breakage and finally got me actually love my hair
Sections
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Shampoos
Conditioners & Masks
Oils & Serums
Scalp Care & Hair Growth
Tools
Styling Products
Shampoos
cleansers that don’t strip your soul (or your scalp)
Genesis Hydro-Fortifant is a strengthening shampoo with Edelweiss Active Cells to help restore hair elasticity. Hair elasticity is your hair’s bounce factor and this product helps us keep that factor alive. I defintely recommend it for all fragile, s...
Genesis Bain Hydra-Fortifiant Shampoo | Kérastase
As a coffee addict, imagine my surprise when I learned I can use caffeine the same way I use to wake up my body. If you want a wake up call for your roots, try Alpecin's C1 Caffeine Shampoo to stimulate blood circulation in your scalp.
C1 Caffeine Shampoo 12.68 fl oz (Pack of 2) | Alpecin
I use this a few times a week with its matching OGX Bond Protein Repair Conditioner, and it is honestly essential. It strengthens my strands, as well as boosts elasticity. Because what is the point of using growth products if your hair is too weak an...
Bond Protein Repair Lightweight Hair Shampoo | OGX
Not gonna lie, I got this HG Shampoo by Bondie Boost hoping for something.. A few weeks in, and my hair actually felt thicker, and more alive. It is packed with rosemary, peppermint, and Redensyl (root-activating growth complex).
HG Shampoo for Thinning Hair | Bondi Boost
I wouldn’t call this essential for everyone, but for me, it is a MUST. My hair tends to get greasy, and before important appointments, I love using a clarifying shampoo like this to get that salon-washed feel.
Clarifying Detox Shampoo | OUAI
Conditioners & Masks
these are my “please fix everything” products
As I mentioned before in the shampoo section, I use this couple times a week after the OGX Bond Repair Shampoo. After years of trial and error, I came to realize that growth serums are great but even greater when paired with bond repairment products.
Bond Protein Repair Lightweight Hair Conditioner | OGX
I love this conditioner and it s seriously a gamechanger when it comes to fragile hair. The only catch? The price isn’t always easy to manage. But for those who can afford it, I definitely recommend using it a few times a week to prevent breakage.
No.5 Bond Maintenance Strengthening and Reparative Hair Conditioner | OLAPLEX
This was another gift from my generous friends (they all know my obsession with hair), and I tried so hard not to like it because I couldn't afford falling for another luxury product. But wow.. It was like a reset button for my hair! It is pricey, ye...
Masque Reconstituant Hair Mask for Damaged Hair | Kérastase
I will be honest, I wasn’t a fan of their shampoo and conditioner from the same honey line. They felt a bit heavy on my greasy-prone hair and I had to give them away. But this Honey Gloss Ceramide Mask? The formula is perfectly lightweight, and it us...
Honey Gloss Ceramide Therapy Hydrating Hair Mask | Gisou
Oils & Serums
for when your hair needs a pep-talk
Elixir Ultime by Kérastase is perfect for both wet and dry hair without leaving your hair feel heavy. Smells divine, layers perfectly with notes in popular perfumes. But most importantly, makes the hair shiny and seals breakage.
Elixir Ultime Beautifying Oil Hair Care | Kérastase
Hands down the best smelling one among Kérastase hair oils. It is a bit heavier than the Elixir Ultime version, however lasts longer and a little goes a long way.
L'Huile Rose - Elixir Ultime - Shine - Color Correct & Protect | Kérastase
Don’t be fooled by Olaplex's N7 Oil, this one goes a long way!! One bottle lasts forever, smells orangy and the transformation from dry to glossy is unreal. If you use heat tools often and have chemically treated hair, give this one a try.
No.7 Bonding Hair Oil | Olaplex
Just a few drops of this honey-packed serum smooths frizz and makes my hair actually feel healthy. I recommend working a few drops through damp lengths a few times a week. Little bubbles in the formula are extra fun to play with haha.
Honey Infused Hair Repair Serum | Gisou
I started using Gisou's Honey Infused Hair Oil as a little treat after finishing my Kérastase oils. It was a gift, and honestly, it surprised me. I warm a few drops between my palms and apply through mid-lengths to ends on my damp hair. Result is alw...
Honey Infused Hair Oil | Gisou
Scalp Care & Hair Growth
i learned it the hard way but you don't have to - sometimes the real problem isn’t your hair…
When I first started my hair journey, I stuck to this serum religiously and it worked wonders! It has Aminexil to help with fall, plus caffeine and arginine to stimulate scalp health. After a while, I started rotating it with Elvive Growth Serum (mor...
Genesis Serum Fortifiant Hair Serum | Kérastase
If you have been eyeing the Kérastase Genesis serum but the price makes you hesitate, Elvive Growth Booster serum is a perfect budget-friendly alternative. They both have Aminexil (anti-hair fall agent), but while Kérastase adds caffeine & argini...
Elvive Growth Booster Scalp Serum | L'Oreal Paris
Multi-Peptide Serum by The Ordinary is packed with goodies: Procapil, caffeine, and Redensyl. They help bring oxygen to your follicles, stimulate blood circulation, and wake up sleepy roots. I’ve been consistent with it for a while, and the differenc...
Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density | The Ordinary
Tools
not essential, but the little extras that make your routine feel actually put together
I don’t reach for this every day, but after a sweaty cardio session, it has became my secret weapon. Just a few minutes of massaging with this tool and my scalp feels squeaky clean (no need for my pricey OUAI Detox Shampoo!) It boosts circulation, he...
Clarifying Scalp Massage Brush | Pacifica
As you probably know by now, blood circulation and nutrient delivery to our follicles is a big deal in the haircare world. I use this Micro Derma Roller on a clean scalp, and roll in different directions before following with my serums. It’s not some...
Micro Derma Roller | Kitsch
iRestore's red light helmet is the most expensive item on my haircare list, but it’s become such a habit that I don’t even think about it anymore. I was originally planning to use it a couple of times a week, but now it is part of my “Red & Read”...
Red Light Therapy at Home iRESTORE
Styling Products
volume, sleekness, and definition without that crunchy feeling
I was totally influenced by Bretman Rock on this one. I suffer from a chronic case of a so called cow-lick by the end of the day, but the Style on Steorids spray completely tames it. A few spritzes, some scrunching, and voila!
Style On Steroids Texturizing Spray | Color Wow
Say hello to my all-in-one miracle! This Smoothing Styler from Virtue is my multitasking hero. What I love most? I can reach for this even when I have dry hair, a few days passed washing and still get amazing results.
6 in 1 Vitamin E Hair-Smoothing Styler | Virtue
This little tube goodness does a lot for me. I use it for slickbacks when I want to look like those clean girl instagram baddies, but it also works beautifully when I wear my hair down. Dae-s Cactus Styling Cream is lightweight and never greasy.
Cactus Fruit 3-in-1 Styling Cream - dae
Heat Protection
you could skip it… but your future self will thank you
My “I refuse to fry my hair today” shield. No.9 is super light, and doesn’t leave that sticky heat-protectant feeling. It also works great if you want to just protect your hair from pollution.
No.9 Bond Protector Heat Protection & Frizz Reduction Nourishing Hair Serum - OLAPLEX | Ulta Beauty
If you couldn’t tell by now, I’m a big fan of the Genesis line by Kérastase. It smells expensive in the best way possible and I will be repurchasing the Defense Thermique Blow Dry Protectant for sure! I don't often use heat on my hair, so this one re...
Genesis Defense Thermique Blow Dry Heat Protectant | Kérastase
Hair Perfumes
no, you shouldn't use regular perfume on your hair. sorry, i don't make the rules.
I enjoy Gisou’s hair perfumes a lot, and I do feel like they add a bit of softness to my hair. But I associate their classic honey scent with their shampoo and conditioner, so I personally prefer the Wild Rose Honey Infused Hair Perfume. It lasts all...
Wild Rose Honey Infused Hair Perfume | Gisou
A familiar scent for most of us, but without stripping your hair. I especially recommend it if you want to layer it with your Miss Dior perfume.
Miss Dior Parfum Hair Mist | Dior
YSL Libre Hair Mist is fresh, airy, and feminine without drying out your hair. I love spritzing it on after styling and it layers beautifully with YSL Libre, the Intense version, and even other vanilla-based scents.
Libre Hair Mist | Yves Saint Laurent
Bundle Up: from Roots to Ends
all the essentials in one place for my busy bees <3
Take Me With You Spritz Set comes in 3 different scents: wildflower honey, lavender berry, and my favorite wild rose. I have to say, all three are unmistakably Gisou.
Take Me With You Spritz Set | Gisou
I love using this Repair Duo — and buying them together is a nice little money-saver!
Repair & Hydration Duo Gisou
I’ve already raved about each product in this Deep Treatment Duo separately. Getting both products at once feels like a smart little treat for my hair (and my wallet).
Deep Treatment Duo | Gisou
This one’s definitely for my rich baddies — super luxurious and indulgent. I’ve already talked about some of the individual products, but using the full line together feels extra nice. If you get it as a set, you can use the HAIRSET10 code for a litt...
Genesis Haircare Set for Weakened Normal to Dry Hair
At this point, I feel like Kérastase should sponsor me for how much I preach about their Genesis line. Of course, if you can afford it, go for the full line, but honestly, getting these two is still such a treat. And if you decide to grab them, use c...
Genesis Conditioner & Hair Mask Treatment Duo Set for Weakened Hair
This set is such a great way to try Olaplex without committing to full sizes. You get mini versions of each product plus a full-size Bonding Oil N7. perfect for seeing which ones work best for your hair. Honestly, Olaplex products last a long time an...
Full-On Shine Hair Set | OLAPLEX