From nourishing masks to hydrating serums, these are the best at-home treatments to take damaged tresses from dull to dreamy
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During the winter months, the chilly weather combined with indoor heating can take its toll on our locks.
If your strands are losing their shine, then adding a nourishing treatment to your hair routine can do wonders. Give your winter-damaged tresses some TLC with our top picks.
L'Occitaine Repairing Mask for Dry & Damaged Hair
This luxuriously creamy formula helps rehydrate even the most brittle locks damaged from colourants and heating tools. A medley of essential oils, plant-derived amino acids and rich shea butter, it deeply restores the hair's strength and elasticity for a smooth and strong feel. Apply from the mid-length to the tips and leave on for 3-5 minutes. We got the best results from using it twice a week.
£23.40, Escentual, Buy it now
Kérastase Nutritive Masque Magistral
A mainstay in many lists of dry hair products, Kérastase's treatment masque is specially formulated for thick manes starved of moisture. Its powerful ingredients like Iris rhizome extract work to intensely nourish the hair fibers and protect them from drying out. The results are manageable hair that's soft to the touch. Best applied to towel-dried hair and left on for 5 minutes.
£25.65, Look Fantastic, Buy it now
Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Reconstructor Deep Conditioner
We love a product that works quickly, and Aussie has a whole range dedicated to mending dry and damaged hair that works in as little as 3 minutes. Blended with Australian Balm Mint extract, this purse-friendly conditioner works a treat on frizz, split-ends and flyaways. It's perfect for fine hair as it won't weigh them down or leave a greasy feel. Oh, and did we mention that it smells ah-mazing?
£5, Boots, Buy it now
Aveda Dry Remedy Masque
Aveda claims that its Moisturizing Masque improves dry hair up to 63 per cent when used with other Dry Remedy products. The lightweight formula is packed with buriti oil, pomegranate and palm-derived conditioners – which work to seal in hydration and tame thick, course hair. It works impressively fast: 2-5 minutes should do the trick. Those with fine locks should rinse thoroughly to avoid a flat look.
£19.67, Aveda, Buy it now
L'Oreal Paris Elvive Extraordinary Oil
Sceptical of hair oils? Start with this weightless L'Oreal formula enriched with 6 precious flower extracts that condition hair and improve shine. It instantly transforms frazzled locks and leaves them sumptuously glossy. The pump dispenser means you get the exact amount of product – too much could result in limp hair. What we really like about this product is that its versatility: it can be used before styling, before shampooing or as a finishing touch.
£9.99, Superdrug, Buy it now
Ojon Damage Reverse Instant Restorative Hair Serum
If your hair is prone to frizzing when dry, consider a daily serum. Created with ojon oil – known as nature's hair-replenishing golden elixir, this highly-concentrated formula can help turn weak, fragile strands into stronger and healthier tresses. Don't be put off by its greasy feel on your palms – it absorbs almost instantly into hair without leaving any residue. We like to use it before heat styling to protect the hair.
£16, Escentual, Buy it now
Kiehl's Damage Repairing & Rehydrating Leave-In Treatment
Nothing beats a leave-in treatment for detangling unruly locks. Created with Moringa Tree Oil and hydrating Hyaluronic, the Damage Repairing & Rehydrating formula from Kiehl's will instantly moisturises and smooth strands as well as repair damaged areas. It's lightweight enough to be used daily and needs to be applied to towel-dried hair.
£18, John Lewis, Buy it now
MOROCCANOIL Scalp Treatment
The winter weather can not only be harsh on your hair, but the delicate skin on your scalp too -which could prevent hair growth. Keep your scalp healthy with Moroccanoil's intensely hydrating Dry Scalp Treatment. Rich in essential oils and exfoliating salicylic acid, it helps to improve circulation, reduce flakiness and restore vitality.
£28.26, Amazon, Buy it now
VERDICT:
For dry, course and brittle hair, we found that Aveda’s Dry Remedy Masque worked ultra-quick in restoring strength and shine. If you need something that can be used daily to tame unruly locks and prevent further damage, Ojon’s Damage Reverse Instant Restorative Hair Serum, with its lightweight and non-greasy texture, is your best bet.
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