13 hair products style editors are loving right now

Let’s be honest: when it comes to hair, we’re all a bit infatuated— Whether it’s finding the perfect curling cream or revealing the secret to luscious curls like Rapunzel. here shapetesting hair care products? Well, it’s our unofficial team sport. From taming frizz to giving life to limp hair, we’ve tried it all so you don’t have to (you’re welcome!). If you’re equally interested in hair health and growth, we’ve rounded up 13 products that are basically hair superheroes. Are you ready to have great hair every day? let’s go.

T3 Air 360

This Shape Beauty Award winner changed my life and adds life to my hair. Every time I use this dryer (first with the drying attachment and then with the curling wand) I get compliments. Everyone asked me if I was having a stroke. A quick and gentle blow dryer protects my color-treated hair and cuts drying time to under 10 minutes. Also, it’s quiet enough that my baby doesn’t get freaked out by the noise, which is a plus in my book (hello, multitasking). While I love my hair on day one, I also use a curling iron on the third or fourth day after washing to add lift and texture. A two- to three-minute pick-me-up can give post-workout hair volume and curl. — Eliza Savage, Editorial Director, Business

WomenNutrafol

As a registered dietitian, I am very picky about the supplements I choose to add to my daily routine. After having my third child last fall, I noticed that my hair wasn’t growing as fast as I’d like. The sweet pregnancy locks I’d become accustomed to were gone, and continuing to go to prenatal care wasn’t going to take it away. Enter Nutrafol. I wonder if this popular supplement can maintain its respectable reputation. Why, yes, it is. While taking four pills a day isn’t always easy or enjoyable, the results are worth it. My hair has become thicker and stronger. I noticed less shedding (TMI, but less clumps in the shower drain) and less breakage. My colorist even asked me what I changed. I love that I can feel good about the ingredients, and I take a daily supplement of vitamin D, a nutrient I’m often deficient in throughout the fall and winter months. Win-win. — Eliza Savage, Editorial Director, Business

Guava Rescue Spray Ceremony

I dread brushing my hair after showering because it usually results in a fight between my brush and a mess of wet, tangled waves. This spray actually helps detangle your hair before brushing it through, and leaves it more hydrated and damage-free once it dries. Plus, the smell is incredible – which is a big plus. — Maddie Barber, business writer

Act+Acre Stem Cell Scalp Serum

As someone who suffers from trichotillomania (meaning I’m obsessed with pulling hair out of my head), I’ve developed a few spots on my scalp over the years. With that, I decided to repair the damage with a hair growth serum and invested in this option from Act+Acre (as a fan of the brand’s other hair care products, I was confident in this option as well). After more than three months of nightly use on my problem areas, regrowth is noticeable. Plus, my scalp overall feels more balanced and healthy. — Maddie Barber, business writer

Ouai wave spray

I can’t tell you how many bottles of this stuff I’ve had over the past few years. This is divine hair for me and requires minimal effort and time. All I do is spray it on wet hair and it works great all day long. My curls are dry and look like they were styled—I’ve even had strangers ask me what hot tools I use. Besides giving my hair good structure, it doesn’t dry out my hair like other wave sprays do. You can’t beat it. — Summer Cartwright, Senior Business Editor

Clearstem Repair Shampoo

This is one of the few shampoos I’ve tried that “actually” solved all my hair problems. I’ve been dealing with hair loss, damaged hair, and dandruff for years, and I used to mix four different shampoos together on wash day to combat various issues. When I first tried Clearstem’s Repair Shampoo, I thought it would be another formula I had to mix into my routine, but it quickly became the only formula I used. It leaves my scalp clear, flake-free and feeling fresh and energized, not only does it have a thickening effect and make my hair fuller after washing, but I haven’t seen my hair grow this long since I was born. A teenager. Everyone’s hair is different, but this gentle formula is a one-stop solution to some of the most common hair and scalp concerns. — Christina Oehler, Senior Business Editor, Beauty & Wellness

Rōz hair conditioner

I could go on and on about Rōz’s Milk Hair Serum. While scalp health is the most important component of hair growth, ensuring your strands are strong is just as important for healthy hair. This leave-in conditioner is the only product I trust to keep my hair shiny and protected from heat damage. It’s light enough for my thin hair (i.e. doesn’t make my hair look greasy or heavy) but provides incredible hydration. The best part? A little goes a long way – a testament to the quality of this recipe. — Christina Oehler, Senior Business Editor, Beauty & Wellness

Dr. Living Proof Dry Shampoo Vanilla Flavor

The original Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo is my holy grail for dirty/greasy hair (hey, I always am, since I only wash my hair once or twice a week), and this limited edition vanilla scent raises the bar. It reminds me of another favorite warm vanilla sugar scent, but it’s lightened down enough so it doesn’t clash with my fragrance. I get tons of volume and a matte finish that makes hair look cleaner (plus a formula that actually makes hair cleaner), and it now comes in a trendy vanilla scent. — Shannon Ball, Deputy Editorial Director

K18 no-shampoo hair mask

I heat style regularly—about three times a week on average—but the goal is to keep my hair strong and healthy. K18 hair mask has definitely transformed my hair. It’s very easy to use: No need to use conditioner in the shower, just squeeze a few times on wet hair, leave for 4 minutes, then style as usual. This amazing formula plays a major role in keeping hair feeling soft and repairing broken strands to keep them strong. Expensive, but worth every penny. — Shannon Ball, Deputy Editorial Director

Rahua aloe hair mousse

Mousse is having a big moment, but it’s not the mousse our moms used to wear (although there’s no color for ’80s hair). This aloe-based, light-as-air, eco-friendly fixative feels more like foam than rat (read: no crunch). It’s perfect for traveling and clean enough for my five-year-old to use when taking pictures at school. — Jill DiDonato, Associate Editorial Operations Director

Shark Beauty SpeedStyle Pro Flex

This little hair dryer is super lightweight, fits in the palm of my hand, and easily fits in my yoga bag. Best of all, it blow-dried my twice-processed, shoulder-length hair in less than 15 minutes, helping me create sleek curls without causing noticeable damage. — Jill DiDonato, Associate Editorial Operations Director

Malibu C Swimmers Healthy Conditioner

This unassuming packet contains fine crystalline powder that removes chlorine, minerals and salt to prevent damage and discoloration caused by pool chemicals. About once a week I wash my hair, but instead of using conditioner, I use it as a hair mask in the shower after swimming. I noticed a difference from the first time I used it – my hair felt smooth and healthy, and even when I let it air dry, it looked super shiny. — Bronwyn Barnes, Vice President of Commercial Affairs

Briogeo Scalp Regenerating Mask

Whenever my scalp needs a detox, the Briogeo Scalp Rejuvenating Mask is my go-to. Due to my naturally dry scalp, my hair is constantly flaking. To be honest, the pieces are so obvious that it’s incredibly embarrassing. So much so that I found myself constantly trying to pop them off as much as I could. But thanks to this deeply hydrating hair mask, I can easily fix this hair problem in minutes. It soothes my itchy scalp with a cooling sensation while getting rid of dry flakes from my first use. — Taylor Jeffries, Beauty & Wellness Business Writer, News & Deals