Healthy, shiny hair that feels soft to the touch is on a wish list for most. However, from pollution to heat stylers to hair coloring, there are several factors that contribute to dry hair. Blame it on our obsession with instantly becoming a brunette or a redhead or with re-creating our favorite celeb hairstyles, but even virgin hair (meaning non-color-treated) can sometimes suffer from a lack of hydration. So you see, having dry strands is often more common than not. Thankfully, there are plenty of moisture heroes out there ready to come to the rescue. From a mask treatment to a leave-in conditioner to an oil, ahead are some moisturizing and hydrating products that know how to fight off dryness.
Mielle Leave-In Conditioner
A leave-in conditioner can help keep hair moisturized throughout the day, and the Mielle Organics Pomegranate Leave-In Conditioner [1] ($13) is a new kid in town that's made for combating frizz for thick, curly hair. It is made of pomegranate and honey and doesn't weigh hair down, so you don't have to worry about hair looking droopy in any way.
Biolage HydraSource Deep Treatment
The Biolage HydraSource Deep Treatment Pack [2] ($16) is a multiuse hair mask that infuses extremely dry hair with moisture and nourishment. Five minutes is all it takes for hair to feel transformed into a healthier version with less breakage and more manageability. It's good for all hair types and to be used once weekly in place of your regular conditioner. We love the travel-friendly packaging that makes it easy to bring along on your next trip!
Qhemet Biologics Amla & Olive Heavy Cream
Even the thickest, driest hair is no match for the Qhemet Biologics Amla & Olive Heavy Cream [3] ($21). This powerful treatment is made with castor oil and Ayurvedic botanicals that work around the clock to give hair a burst of deep moisture. It also contains brahmi, which nourishes the scalp and helps combat shedding, and amla oil, which encourages hair regrowth.
Pureology Hydrate Travel Set
Have an upcoming trip? No problem! The Pureology Hydrate Travel Set [4] ($25) is ready to come along as it includes four travel-size products to help keep your hair hydrated while away. It includes the sulfate-free Hydrate Shampoo [5] ($34) and Hydrate Conditioner [6] ($34), both of which deeply moisturize, soften, and nourish hair. The Color Fanatic Multi-Tasking Leave-In Spray [7] ($30) and the Soft FinishHairspray [8] ($29) are also in the set, so rest assured your hair will be looking and feeling its best, even in foreign lands.
Alterna Intensive Ceramide Shots
Treat your mane to luxury vitamins like the Alterna Caviar Moisture Intensive Ceramide Shots [9] ($45) that provide moisture and hydration to hair. The way these capsules work is you twist them open and dispense the serum onto your fingertips, applying from the midlength to the ends and continuing to style as usual. You can also add them into your favorite mask or conditioner for a deeper moisture treatment.
Redken All Soft Conditioner
For strands that feel dry and brittle, condition them with the Redken All Soft Conditioner [10] ($24). This one is a team player with the All Soft Shampoo [11] ($24), and together they detangle and moisturize hair with argan oil. In addition to that, this power duo create soft, silky hair and increase manageability, suppleness, and shine. Oh my!