Buzz
1. Eva NYC's Lazy Jane Air Dry Shampoo delivers a natural, tousled texture without the need for heat tools or frizz. Its formula, enriched with hemp seed oil and sea lavender, is packed with Omega-3, Omega-6, and antioxidants to hydrate and soften your hair.
I've been using this along with Eva NYC's Lazy Jane Conditioner and Salt-Free Wave Spray, and they've truly transformed my routine! Most days, my hair can't decide whether to be straight, wavy, or slightly curly. Since I work from home, I skip the blow-drying, straightening, or curling and just let my hair do its thing. This trio of products adds volume, enhances texture, tames frizz, and makes my hair so much easier to manage!
Promising review: "Smells AMAZING! It's definitely given my hair the volume I wanted. It feels fresh and light with my fine hair. It gives it the fullness I need, and I think it's my new favorite shampoo." âLinzy B.
Available at Eva NYC or Target for $13
2. Bumble and Bumble's Don't Blow It Air Dry Styler is specially designed for fine hair. If other products have weighed your hair down, this one is a must-try! The lightweight, hydrating cream provides UV protection and enhances your natural texture with polymers that keep your hair airy and voluminous.
3. Elizavecca's Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment works like a hair mask to restore your hair in just five minutes. Packed with Ceramide 3 and collagen, this formula repairs all hair types, whether you're dealing with over-processed strands or 4c hair prone to dryness. Reviewers even say that this $8 product is just as effective as Olaplex No. 3!
4. Curlsmith's Weightless Air Dry Cream has become a "holy grail" for people dealing with postpartum hair loss, unruly frizz, varying curl patterns, and dry hair. If youâre looking for a styling product without protein, this one's a must-try!
Positive feedback: "As I've gotten older, my hair has become curlier (don't ask!), and I've tried a variety of curl products. Some work, but many don't. However, I truly enjoy this leave-in curl cream because it enhances my 2c/3a curls, exactly what I desire! It's simple to apply in the shower, requires a small amount of product, and never feels crunchy, greasy, or flaky." âAura
"I misplaced this product for two days and had to resort to my previous products, but I quickly realized how much of a game-changer this one is! I will NEVER use anything else. I don't even need gel. It defines and moisturizes my hair like nothing else! My curls are healthy, shiny, bouncy, well-defined, and best of allâŠNO FRIZZ. It's absolutely worth the price. Get it, get it, get it!" âMary
Available at Ulta for $26 or on Amazon for $28.
5. OGX's Locking + Coconut Curls Air Dry Cream offers a quick and easy scrunch-and-go method for those looking to simplify their routine. With over 7,000 5-star reviews, many users have replaced costly products with this $8 wonder cream!
6. JVN's Complete Hydrating Air Dry Hair Cream allows your natural texture to flourish. This gentle, buildable cream enhances your waves and curls, shields your hair from UV damage, and nourishes your strands with a blend of squalane, chia seed extract, and moringa seed oil. As JVN himself puts it, "Can you believe?"
Highly positive review: "I have thick, dry, and frizzy hair. Without any product, when I let it air dry, it becomes extremely puffy, feels rough, and looks lackluster. When I found out this product smooths frizz, softens the hair, and adds shine, I was thrilled!! It absolutely delivered! I used a generous amount due to my thick, long hair. It has a pleasant scent, not overwhelming, and a creamy texture. This product truly tamed the frizz and revived my hair. The moringa oil added a nice shine. I would highly recommend this product to anyone experiencing similar hair issues. My hair looked fantastic and naturally styled once fully dried!" âyessystruth
Available at Sephora or Amazon for $26.
7. Not Your Mother's Beach Babe Soft Waves Spray is marketed as "summer hair in a bottle" and users canât help but agree. A blend of Dead Sea salt, sea kelp, and aloe creates perfectly tousled waves thatâll have you snapping selfies. Plus, it's only $7!
8. Verb's Ghost Oil has earned rave reviews. With over 5,000 5-star ratings, many users claim that just 2-3 drops, applied from roots to ends, add volume, fullness, and a sleek finish without needing any styling tools or extra effortâsomething we're all aiming for...
Neutrogena's Anti-Residue Shampoo is a game-changer, especially if you rely on dry shampoos and oils to maintain your hairstyle. A single wash with this shampoo will remove any build-up from styling products, helping you to get back to effortlessly air-dried hair.
Bread Beauty Supply's Hair Mask Creamy Deep Conditioner is designed for all hair types but is particularly effective for curly and textured hair! Infused with Australian Kakadu plum and starflower oil, this deeply hydrating yet lightweight formula works wonders.
More insights from Mytour shopping editor Kayla Boyd, seen in the image above! 'Bread Beauty Supply is an Australian-based, woman-owned business founded by Maeva Heim in 2020. This product is perfect for hair types 3aâ4c. I've recently started using their products, and I love how lightweight and easy they are to apply. As someone with mixed textured hair thatâs often dyed, my hair gets quite dry. After using this deep conditioner, it felt so much softer and nourished. Plus, the scent is absolutely divine! It has quickly become one of my favorite wash day essentials.'
Review Highlight: 'Incredible product! I love that itâs larger than the shampoo bottle since I tend to go through conditioner faster. The size is great, and you only need a little because itâs so effective. The texture is super creamy and the scent is amazing (kind of like Froot Loops?). Itâs not overwhelming, but it lingers in the best way.' âIrina G.
You can buy it at Bread Beauty Supply for $28.
BestLan's Hair Finishing Stick is the perfect solution for those mornings when you wake up with wet hair and end up with stubborn flyaways. Simply use the mascara-like wand to smooth down any unruly baby hairs that just won't stay in place.
Kristin Ess's One Signature Hair Water with Castor Oil brings life to your second-day hair with its 'Zip-Up Technology' â a unique formula that seals split ends and smooths rough cuticles, so you can look great even with a bad case of bed head.
Highly recommended review: "This product is a game-changer. It detangles, revives your hair (especially helpful for waves or curls), works as a setting spray for curls, adds bounce and a fresh scent after dry shampoo, and is great for locking in curls when using a blow dryer. I love how versatile it is. It's been a lifesaver for styling my 4-year-old's hair as well! I'm eager to try more Kristin Ess products. Just add it to your cart â you wonât regret it." âUlta Reviewer
Available at Ulta for $11.
Mane Club's One Hit Wonder 10-in-1 spray is hailed by users as a "miracle" in a bottle. It conditions, detangles, prevents breakage, hydrates, smooths, softens, controls frizz, boosts shine, strengthens, and even offers heat protection up to 445 degrees for when you choose to style your hair with heat tools.
More insights from my colleague Elizabeth Lilly:
"Iâve got thick, naturally curly hair, and I've tried pretty much everything on itâhot tools, at-home dyes, various shampoos and conditioners, every dry shampoo and hair oil out there, you name it, I've done it for you, dear readers. Unfortunately, a lot of products either didnât work, were mediocre enough to pass on, or were great but just too expensive to justify recommending. A lot of these end up getting tossed or passed along to my (very grateful) friends. But THIS product? Itâs my go-to now for spritzing on wet hair before blow-drying. Usually, I apply a heat protectant and an oil or leave-in conditioner, but this 10-in-1 treatment is unbeatable. Most times, I don't even need to follow up with hair oil (and Iâve been doing that for years as a staple). Itâs truly that effective! Hereâs my freshly blow-dried hair after using this, along with the Amika blow dryer brush. The brush is already fantastic, but this spray has enhanced its results significantly. My hair feels softer, looks shinier, healthier, and stays looking great for daysâwhich is a blessing since I only wash my hair every four days. Itâs time to clear out the products I no longer need and pass them to my friends."
Review: "I absolutely love this! Iâm lazy with my long, fine hair, and this is perfect. I spray and go. I air-dry and it works wondersâsmoothing and adding shine. â€" âMichelle S.
Purchase it from Mane Club for $8 or on Amazon for $9.95.
14. Living Proof's Perfect Hair Day (PhD) In-Shower Styler is as easy as it gets. After your usual shampoo and conditioner routine (and a quick rinse), apply it to your hair for shiny, soft, and voluminous results.
Highly recommended review: "This product has become my go-to for my fine 2C hair. It gives my hair a wonderful look, smell, and feel with just a small amount. Twisting it slightly as it air dries makes it look like I spent a lot of time curling it. I'm impressed by how effortlessly it achieves such great results." âMeISFS
Available at Ulta or Sephora for $30.
15. Ouai's Air Dry Foam detangles and creates effortless waves with a lightweight, non-crunchy, kale-based formula. Skip the hassle of braiding or heatless curlers and enjoy instant results.
Positive review: "This is incredible! I've been searching for years for a product that could help my fine (but thick) barely 2a hair achieve curls, beachy waves, or at least some volume. I've tried every sea salt and wave spray, and this foam is the ONLY product that has actually worked for my hair. It gives me so much body and waves! I almost have curls, and they stay until my next wash, even if it's days later!" âsarahlibb
Available at Sephora or Amazon for $28.
16. Odele's Air Dry Styler is great for all hair types, but curly-haired reviewers particularly love how it conditions and separates their ringlets, creating bouncy, defined curls. Plus, at only $12, it's as affordable as two lattes, so why not give it a try?
Kitsch's Microfiber Hair Towel absorbs moisture five times faster than a regular towel, so even if you're in a rush and won't be blow-drying, your hair will still dry quickly enough to leave the house looking great.
