The 17 Best Leave-In Conditioners for Instant Hydration
Keep dry hair at bay with top picks editors and stylists swear by
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Unlike masks or deep conditioners, which are more of a weekly treatment, the best leave-in conditioners are applied any time your hair is in need of an extra dose of hydration. Depending on your texture and preferred method of application—leave-ins are available in both lightweight spray and heavier cream options—a little of the product can go a long way, when it comes to the long-term health of your hair.
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“It’s much easier to keep your hair in good condition than to repair it once the damage is already done,” says celebrity hairstylist Rob Talty, who counts singer Christina Aguilera as one of his clients. And that’s exactly what leave-in conditioner does: When you regularly add moisture to your hair, it doesn’t have a chance to dry out, snap, or fray. As with the other products in your rotation, “you have to use the right formula,” Talty adds. “Otherwise, you’re just weighing the hair down.”
To help you narrow down a new favorite, we’ve rounded up some of the best leave-in conditioners worth adding to your hair care rotation, from top brands like R+Co, Pattern, and more.
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