WELCOME TO THE 12TH ANNUAL TOTALBEAUTY AWARDS
We tested and you voted…get ready to meet the best beauty products of the year.
EDITORS' PICK
Kerastase Chronologiste Thermique Regenerant Blow Dry PrimerThis blowout cream offers heat protection up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, but that’s not all. It also tames frizz up to 24 hours and seals hair cuticles for a shiny, smooth, salon-worthy blowout at home.
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It's a 10 Blow Dry Miracle H2O ShieldThis multipurpose styling spray does it all. It blocks humidity, fights frizz, protects hair against heat damage, detangles, shields color and preserves your blowout.
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Kitsch Deep-Moisturizing Conditioner BarWe know, we couldn’t believe it either at first. This conditioning bar (yes, bar!) is the real deal. It’s loaded with shine-enhancing, moisturizing ingredients like coconut oil and shea butter and it’s incredibly eco-friendly. One bar should last up to 100 washes!
READERS' CHOICE
R+Co Sun Catcher Power C Boosting Leave-In ConditionerSuitable for all hair types, this leave-in conditioner softens, detangles and tames frizz. It’s super versatile. Use it on damp hair or dry hair or alone or layered under styling products.
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Ethique Hydrating Conditioner ConcentrateIf you cringe each time you throw out a plastic bottle, then this is the product for you. This concentrated conditioner bar formulated with cocoa butter and vitamin B5 comes inside a plastic-free box. Just mix it with boiling water and you have a liquid product.
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Living Proof Curl EnhancerDefine your natural waves with this curl-enhancing styling product. Designed especially for wavy hair, it fights frizz, enhances texture, boosts shine and lightly hydrates. You can even use it on colored and chemically-treated hair.
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Tresemme Pro Pure Dry ShampooSo fresh and so clean! This dry shampoo utilizes tapioca starch to gently get rid of excess oil and odors with no visible residue in sight. It’s perfect for post-workout use or on days you’re just too lazy to wash your hair.
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dpHUE Sun & City MistThe sun and pollution can seriously fade your dye job. Enter this mist, which protects your color from the elements with a slew of UV-inhibiting ingredients. Oh yeah, it refreshes second-day hair and smells amazing, too.
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R+Co Bright Shadows Root Touch-Up SprayInstantly cover regrowth and grays no salon visit required. This magic root touch-up spray comes in seven shades to match a wide range of hair colors and has zero stickiness or transfer.
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Suntouched Hair Lightener Light / Medium HairAvailable in options for light and medium hair, this lightening spray will lighten your hair up to three shades without turning it orange. It uses natural extracts and heat-activated technology to bring out your natural highlights no matter the time of year.
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IGK Offline 3-Minute Hydration Hair MaskBring sad hair back to life in as little as three minutes. This hair mask transforms dry, damaged and color-treated hair into the shiny, healthy hair of your dreams.
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Olaplex Intensive Bond Building Hair TreatmentIf you have damaged hair, this intensive serum is a must. It strengthens strands by rebuilding broken and weakened hair bonds and primes your mane for deeper repair to intensify the results of Olaplex’s other products.
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Living Proof Curl Moisturizing Shine OilBetter curl days are here. This shine-enhancing oil moisturizes and smooths curls. It can be used on wet or dry hair as well as alone or layered with other styling products.
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Matrix Total Results High Amplify Shine RinseThis cutting-edge shine treatment has a water-like, weightless formula that works fast. In just eight seconds it detangles and boosts shine.
EDITORS' PICK
Matrix Total Results High Amplify Flexible Hold HairsprayLock your hairstyle in place with this flexible hairspray that provides all-over volume and shine. The ultra fine mist tames frizz and leaves hair manageable and static-free.
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Tresemme Volume Thickening SprayPump up the volume on fine hair in just one spritz. This thickening spray foam creates tons of body and lift without leaving your hair sticky or stiff.
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Amika Hair Blow Dryer BrushYes, you can get a salon-quality blowout without leaving home. All you have to do is pick up this two-in-one heat styling tool that combines a round hairbrush with a blowdryer for a quick, bouncy blowout.
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GHD Helios Professional Hair DryerRaise your at-home blowout game to new heights with this professional blowdryer. The premium styling tool has a bespoke contoured nozzle, a lightweight grip and various power and temperature controls so you can easily find what works best for you.
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InfinitiPRO by CONAIR Frizz-Free Compact DryerThis bargain blowdryer (it clocks in at less than $30!) holds its own against more expensive competitors. It features ionic and ceramic technology to cut down on damage and frizz.
EDITORS' PICK
Pantene Miracle Rescue Deep Conditioning TreatmentThis deep conditioning, detangling treatment costs less than $10, but is just as effective as pricier products. It’s lightweight enough to use every single time you wash yet offers a ton of moisture for hair you can run your hands through.
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Kitsch Clarifying Shampoo BarThis eco-friendly shampoo bar clarifies hair without stripping or drying it out. Plus, the tea tree and mint essential oils in the formula turn your shower into a spa.
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Ethique Hydrating Shampoo ConcentrateDitch the plastic! This concentrated shampoo bar is housed in a plastic-free box and makes for a fun DIY project. Mix it with boiling water to create a rich, liquid shampoo that cleanses hair without stripping it of essential moisture.
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Matrix Total Results High Amplify Root Up Wash ShampooThis silicone-free clarifying shampoo removes oil and buildup, which can weigh down fine hair, from your roots so you can enjoy more voluminous hair.
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Authentic Beauty Concept Amplify MousseAdd body and volume and protect hair against heat damage with this medium-hold mousse. The vegan formula is lightweight so hair feels soft to the touch.
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Sun Bum Dry Texture SprayThis texturizing spray adds volume and texture so hair looks and feels fuller. It also boosts moisture and shine and shields hair from UV damage. It’s a true triple threat!