You might have walked out of the salon with an on trend, head-turning style, but the tools you use can determine whether your look lasts beyond the first wash. The wrong ones can burn your hair, cause unnecessary frizz and ineffective styling outcomes. But where to start? While the usual suspects like a hairbrush and blow dryer are key, the universe of hair tools and products has expanded and some of these new additions are game changers for your hair routine.
Hair dryers
A great blow dryer is not only essential but versatile – use it to create bouncy, voluminous curls as well as pin-straight strands. High-powered models are ideal as they work quickly and create less damage. And those with curly hair, reach for ones that come with a diffuser attachment as it helps distribute airflow evenly, reducing frizz and preserving the natural texture of your curls.
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Remington Pro Air Turbo Hairdryer
Sorbet Drybar Professional Compact Hairdryer
Curling tongs
Are curls, coils, and waves calling your name? Then a curling tong is a must! Opt for one with a
ceramic coating, which adds substantial heat without damaging hair.
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Safeway Salon Series Rechargeable Tong
Babyliss Curling Iron Berry Crush 25mm
Flat irons
A game-changer for your locks, hair straighteners are great for smoothing, curling, or creating subtle waves. Remember, the plates matter. For a glossy finish, invest in one with ceramic plates. On the other hand, titanium plates are known to heat up faster and require fewer passes to achieve the look.
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Toni&Guy XXL Wide Plate Straightener
Sorbet Drybar Wide Plate Straightener
Babyliss Slim 28mm Ceramic Elegance Straightener
Detanglers
Whether you choose detangling spray, cream or brush, detangling your hair – especially if you have curls and coils – ensures less breakage, maximum product absorption and curl definition.
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Aunt Jackies Knot On My Watch Detangler
Clicks Essentials Detangler Brush Curly Textured
ORS Olive Oil Black Caster and Coconut Oil Detangler Spray
Hair accessories
Hair ties, clips, wraps and headbands are essential for styling your hair and keeping it in place throughout the day.
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Fantasy Club Hairbrush and Hair Accessories Set
Clicks Essentials Regular Elastics Navy 15 Pack
Diverse Threads Wrap Scarf Satin
Combs
A must-have, especially for natural hair, wide-tooth combs are great for detangling, while a rat tail comb is ideal for parting.
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MyEarth Bamboo Wide Tooth Comb
Round brushes
All experts agree that a round brush is essential when it’s time to amp up the volume while blow drying your hair.
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Sorbet Drybar Pneumatic Radial Brush Medium
Clicks Essentials Blowout Radial Brush 25mm
MyEarth Bamboo Radial Brush Medium
Edge stylers
If you’ve never used one, you’ll love it for grooming and laying your baby hairs in place.
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Clicks Essentials Triple Edge Styler Curly Textured
Afri-true Double Sided Edge Brush
Origa Beauty Double Sided Edge Control Brush
Conditioners
Deep conditioning should also be a part of pre-heat styling to strengthen the hair. Either opt for a leave-in conditioner to detangle, moisturise, and protect your hair from heat and environmental damage or a weekly hair mask to nourish, repair, moisturise and add shine.
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Sorbet Drybar Spritz Me Softly Leave In Conditioner Spray
Flawless By Gabrielle Union Leave In Conditioner
The Body Shop Jamaican Black Castor Oil Hair Mask
Garnier Ultimate Blends 3-in-1 Hair Mask Coconut
Hair oils
Hair oils are nourishing, and great at preventing split ends and smoothing unruly hair.
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Hask Argan Oil Argan Oil Repairing Shine Hair Oil
iwori Ultra Shine Hair Oil Baobab
The Body Shop Rainforest Coconut Hair Oil
Aunt Jackies Repair My Hair Argan Oil
Heat protectants
Be sure to use it pre-straightening or blow drying to limit the heat damage to your hair.
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Umberto Giannini Heat Protection Spray
Flawless By Gabrielle Union Heat Protection Spray
Sorbet Drybar Lets Turn Heads Heat Primer Serum
Native Child Heat Defence Spray
Hairspray
To help hold your hair in place after styling, hairspray is vital. Choose a light-hold formula that’s easy to brush out, allowing you to manipulate your hair in different styles.
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Sorbet Drybar Drop Head Gorgeous Hair Spray
Tresemme Frizz-Control Styling Hair Spray Firm Hold
The Body Shop Moringa Shine And- Potection Hair Mist
Flawless By Gabrielle Union Curl Refresher
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