The Best Hair Products of 2022

Oribe

• Winning Category: Packaging & Design

This well-known luxury brand is beloved both by celebrities and their hairstylists, and for good reason. The brand has a line for every hair type and need and they all deliver professional results right at home.

MONDAY Haircare

• Winning Category: New Brand

Pick from MONDAY's Smooth, Volume, Moisture, or Gentle lines in order to customize your wash day.

adwoa beauty

• Winning Category: New Natural Hair Brand

Adwoa beauty has everything your natural hair will need for wash day.

Cleansing & Conditioning

PATTERN Hydration Shampoo

• Winning Category: Black-Owned Haircare Brand

Tracee Ellis Ross never misses, and with this product she's here to give your hair a fresh, very moisturized start.

PATTERN Medium Conditioner

• Winning Category: Black-Owned Haircare Brand

This medium shampoo is perfect for curlies who want to replenish moisture without weighing down their coils.

Carol's Daughter Hair Milk Cleansing Conditioner

• Winning Category: Co-Wash

Want to skip the shampoo this wash day? This cream co-wash gives your hair a good cleanse while still retaining moisture.

Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo

• Winning Category: Dry Shampoo

Greasy roots don't stand a chance against this dry shampoo. Bonus: Your hair (and you) will also enjoy the brand's signature fragrance.

Christophe Robin Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt

• Winning Category: Scalp Scrub

Believe it or not, the skin on your head needs love, too. Purify and detox your scalp with this physically exfoliating sea salt scrub.

Kérastase Discipline Smooth in Motion Shampoo & Conditioner

• Winning Category: Shampoo & Conditioner for Frizzy Hair

Curb frizz and enjoy smooth, sleek strands with this cleansing and conditioning duo.

Mielle Organics Pomegranate & Honey Leave-In Conditioner

• Winning Category: Leave-In Conditioner for Natural Hair

If your in-shower conditioner just isn't giving your hair the oomph of moisture it needs, a few pumps of this leave-in will do the trick.

Camille Rose Sweet Ginger Cleansing Rinse

• Winning Category: Inexpensive Shampoo for Natural Hair

Seeking budget-friendly beauty? You truly can't go wrong with this invigorating ginger-infused rinse from Camille Rose.

OGX Extra Strength Hydrate & Repair + Argan Oil of Morocco Shampoo & Conditioner

• Winning Category: Inexpensive Shampoo & Conditioner for Natural Hair

OGX has become a drugstore staple, simply because it works. The Argan Oil of Morocco line is beloved by nearly everyone — us, included.

Olaplex No. 4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo

• Winning Category: Shampoo & Conditioner

If you've got weak, brittle hair, then you definitely need some Olaplex in your life. Your road to healthy hair starts with this bond-strengthening shampoo.

Olaplex No. 5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner

• Winning Category: Shampoo & Conditioner

Follow up with this bond-strengthening conditioner and you'll be well on your way.

Biolage Professional Color Last Shampoo and Conditioner

• Winning Category: Shampoo & Conditioner for Color-Treated Hair

This shampoo and conditioning duo is perfect for all types of color-treated hair. Add it to your routine and expect zero brassiness or fading any time soon.

Oribe Shampoo & Conditioner for Magnificent Volume

• Winning Category: Shampoo & Conditioner for Fine Hair

Got fine hair, and looking for a little more body? Use this Oribe line to add a little oomph to your mane.

TPH by Taraji Honey Fresh Shampoo & Make It Rain Conditioner

• Winning Category: Shampoo & Conditioner for Natural Hair

Taraji never lets us down, and she delivers at only $10 a pop with this moisturizing duo.

Treatment Products

K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask

• Winning Category: Hair Mask

What if we told you there was a hair mask you didn't need to wash out. Well, here it is — and trust us, you'll notice softer hair after just one use. Another plus: it will stop breakage over time.

OUAI Leave In Conditioner x BYREDO

• Winning Category: Leave-In Conditioner

The hydration of a leave-in with the scent of a perfume. Does it really get any better than that?

Olaplex No. 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Serum

• Winning Category: Most Innovative

Olaplex's latest drop is the perfect product to use before your next blow out to keep your hair protected from heat, all while mending damage.

Dr. Barbara Sturm Scalp Serum

• Winning Category: Scalp Serum

Give your scalp a surge of moisture with this serum's blend of ATP, algin, and papaya extract.

BREAD Beauty Supply hair-oil

• Winning Category: Hair Oil for Natural Hair

Add shine and luster, all while nourishing your curls with this weightless oil.

Mizani True Textures Define Pudding

• Winning Category: Curl Definer for Natural Hair

Finger comb this through your hair after wash day to get show-stopping defined curls and coils.

SheaMoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen & Restore Treatment Masque

• Winning Category: Deep Conditioner for Natural Hair

Is your hair extra thirsty these days? Well, this masque, infused with Jamaican Black Castor Oil, is like the tall glass of water your curls have been yearning for.

Cantu Shea Butter Deep Treatment Masque

• Winning Category: Hair Mask for Natural Hair

Let this shea butter-rich masque do all the work when it comes to moisturizing your curls on wash day. Just make sure to leave on for 30 minutes before you rinse.

Styling Products

L'Oréal Paris Elnett Satin Extra Strong Hold Unscented Hairspray

• Winning Category: Hairspray

Looking for extra strong hold without the fragrance? Well, you won't need to look any further with this L'Oréal classic.

Living Proof No Frizz Instant De-Frizzer

• Winning Category: Anti-Frizz Product

Trying to combat frizz after a long day outdoors? Let this dry conditioning spray do all the work.

Nexxus Weightless Style Prep & Protect Leave-In Spray with Hyaluronic Acid

• Winning Category: Heat-Protecting Spray

Hyaluronic acid isn't only good for your face. Prep your hair with extra hydration before you begin styling with this gem.

rahua Voluminous Spray

• Winning Category: Natural/Eco-Friendly Styling Product

Yep, you can absolutely achieve extra volume using clean ingredients — rahua Voluminous Spray is evidence of that.

ColorWow Root Cover Up

• Winning Category: Root Coverage Product

Looking for a quick way to cover up grays or stretch out your next color appointment? ColorWow's tried-and-true Root Cover Up is guaranteed to get the job done.

Kinky-Curly Knot Today

• Winning Category: Detangler for Natural Hair

This OG detangling product has been a favorite among naturals for decades, simply because it works.

Camille Rose Moroccan Pear Conditioning Custard

• Winning Category: Inexpensive Conditioner for Natural Hair

Apply this conditioning custard to freshly washed, damp hair, then allow it to sit for five to 10 minutes for unbelievably soft curls.

Amika Curl Corps Enhancing Gel

• Winning Category: Curl Definer

Use it for a wash-and-go or use it for your next twist out. Either way, expect your curls and coils to be perfectly defined.

Miss Jessie's Pillow Soft Curls

• Winning Category: Styling Cream for Natural Hair

Looking for all the definition without the crunch? Then you truly cannot go wrong with this staple from Miss Jessie's.

PHYTOVOLUME Volumizing Blow-Dry Spray

• Winning Category: Volumizer

Get the most volume out of your blow out. Simply spritz on before styling, and you'll be left with bombshell results.

R+Co Sail Soft Wave Spray

• Winning Category: Wave Enhancer

Give yourself lived-in beachy waves in just one step. Simply spray on, use your fingers to tousle your hair, and voila.

Color Wow Extra Mist-ical Shine Spray

• Winning Category: Shine Product

At the end of your styling session, spritz on Color Wow's Extra Mist-ical Shine Spray for the perfect glossy finish.

Virtue 6-In-1 Styler

• Winning Category: Styling Cream

This all-in-one styler works hard to add softness, shine, and light hydration, all while strengthening, and protecting hair from hot tools. Seriously, can't go wrong with that.

Tools

Dyson Supersonic

• Winning Category: Blow Dryer

There's a reason why Dyson products have a cult following — they're among the best on the market.So while the price may be a bit steep for some, it's well-worth the investment.

Yves Durif Vented Brush

• Winning Category: Eco-Friendly Hair Tool

Finally, a paddle brush you can really use with your blow dryer. Enough said.

ghd platinum+ styler

• Winning Category: Flat Iron

With this flat iron, you'll never have to second guess your temperature setting. This one sits at 365°F, which is safe for all textures, while still giving results.

Denman Brush, D38 Power Paddle

• Winning Category: Paddle Brush

Known as one of the go-to paddle brushes, trust the Denman to safely detangle, define curls, and even help you achieve a silky smooth blow out.

Ibiza Hair CC4

• Winning Category: Round Brush

Use this round brush for your next blow out to guarantee a smooth and shiny finish.

T3 Whirl Trio

• Winning Category: Curling Iron/Wand

Whether you want wand curls, or you're looking to create beach waves, this trio will give you everything you need to create your perfect finish.

Crown Affair The Comb No. 002

• Winning Category: Comb/Tool for Natural Hair

Expect to be wowed by this detangling comb. Use in-shower, out-of-shower, or whenever you need it.

Curl Queen The Glove

• Winning Category: Most Innovative for Natural Hair

Curl Queen's The Glove is truly the one tool you need for wash day. Use it to stimulate your scalp, apply product, and even detangle.

Hair Accessories

Lelet NY Hair Clips

• Winning Category: Hair Clips

These one-of-a-kind hair clips are sure to take your style — whatever it may be — to the next level.