When shopping for a shampoo or conditioner, look for a product that says it’s “moisturizing,” “for frizzy/dry hair,” or that includes oils like argan oil or coconut oil.

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We first heard about the benefits of Olaplex products when we talked to hairstylists about the best shampoos for color-treated hair. The line’s “repairing treatment” (effectively a mask) has the same bond-building benefits. “If my clients have a color service with me, I’m sending them home with Olaplex No. 3,” Fritzler says. But it’s not only for the color-treated among us: Regardless of hair texture, Fritzler says she’s seen the transformation this formula can bring to her clients with just one use a week. I used Olaplex once a week for close to a year and was always super- impressed by how soft and shiny my hair looked after the treatment. Long term, it kept my fine hair healthy and strong, especially after I highlighted it. A hair mask works similarly to a daily hair conditioning treatment, but formulated with richer ingredients to penetrate more deeply inside the hair and nourish from within. A mask contains similar ingredients to a conditioner: natural oils such as jojoba, coconut or shea and replenishing hydrators such as aloe or hyaluronic acid; but a mask is typically heavier in texture than a daily conditioner, and sits on the hair for longer to allow the moisturising ingredients to be more fully absorbed by the hair. Unless your hair is very parched, a treatment mask is probably too heavy for daily use – but used weekly or fortnightly, a mask will boost the condition, strength and shine of your hair. What causes dry and dehydrated hair?

Coconut oil. Due to its low molecular weight, coconut oil can penetrate the hair shaft for deep conditioning. This can help reduce dryness and frizz. Research from 2015 has also shown that coconut oil can reduce protein loss when used on the hair. Olive oil. Want intense moisture? Olive oil contains squalene, which is produced naturally by the body but declines as we age. Squalene is essential for moisturized hair and skin. Delivering just the right amount of moisture into the hair shaft, LOVE Curl Mask is super-easy to work into your existing hair care regime, too, since you simply replace your conditioner with the mask. Leave the mask in for 10–15 minutes before rinsing and you’ll be rewarded with a frizz-free hair transformation.

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Making your own hair mask is pretty easy and can be fun, too. If you haven’t tried a hair mask before, you may want to experiment with a few different recipes and ingredients until you find the one that’s best suited to your hair. There are so many great masks out there today that harness the myriad benefits of chemical exfoliants like salicylic, glycolic and lactic acid. However, these acids can be as harmful as they can be effective if used incorrectly or too frequently. If you decide to go for a heavy-duty exfoliating mask like Boscia Berry Blend Smoothing Facial, follow the directions and don’t overdo it. Even shampoos that are designed to be moisturizing can strip your hair of essential oils if they’re overused. If your hair tends to be dry, you may only need to use shampoo every third day or less often.

Weather. When it’s hot and humid, the moisture in the air causes your hair to absorb moisture and swell. This swelling causes hair to bend irregularly and become frizzy. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm or cool water. Avoid hot water. Cooler water can help seal the hair cuticle and help your hair retain more moisture. The best time to apply serum to your hair is immediately after washing it, while it’s still wet. Shampoo less frequently