Leave-In Conditioners Are the Missing Link in Your Hair Routine

Built around Morocconoil's star ingredient, argan oil, this leave-in conditioner fortifies weakened strands, protects against heat, and hydrates.

A leave-in conditioner in the form of a mist makes wash-day more manageable and less time-consuming. Besides the intoxicating smell, the leave-in mist keeps frizz at bay so your curls can shine.

While every product in the line promotes healthy scalp care, this leave-in, in particular, focuses on building up the hair's barrier to protect it from damage and any other stressors that can impede your hair's progress.

With honey as the main ingredient, you know you're getting moisture, hydration, and strength all in one bottle.

Whether you're about to install a protective style or you're taking down an old one, reach for Taliah Waajid's leave-in treatment, formulated with coconut milk, aloe, biotin, and more to keep your hair resilient no matter what style you put it in.

The best part of this leave-in is the spray applicator. Refresh your hair mess-free with this treatment, which is formulated with biotin and sunflower seed oil for strength.

Usually, leave-in conditioners are reserved for your hair after styling. However, Kérastase's leave-in treatment is meant to be used before applying heat, as it doubles as a moisturizing leave-in and a heat protectant.

Pattern Beauty's leave-in conditioner is a wash-day savior. When you need to smooth any knots or tangles, this product has just enough slip to glide effortlessly through your strands and leave your hair soft, luscious, and bouncy.

Split ends and breakage often mean it's time for a cut. Thankfully, L'Oreal created a nourishing cocktail of oils and vitamins to repair damage to avoid a massive haircut.

If you need a leave-in conditioner that’s insanely nourishing and treats damaged hair, try Oribe’s Gold Lust Nourishing Oil. “This is a treatment for dry or damaged hair,” says celebrity stylist Charles McNair. “It can be used as an overnight treatment, applied before a blowdry or even after to add some shine to the hair.”

Briogeo's Farewell Frizz stands out from the rest thanks to its spray bottle applicator. No more messy wash days, just spray the product throughout your hair and watch your hair flourish.

“This lightweight conditioner is perfect for all hair types and is great to keep hair bouncy and moving even on the most humid days," says Tracee Ellis Ross' hairdresser Yene Dametew.

The Kurlee Belle Leave-In Conditioner gives your hair the same relief drinking water on a sweltering hot summer day gives. Because it has such great slip, your thirsty coils will be more manageable to manipulate and softer than ever.

This miracle product transforms limp, dull hair with African medicinal herbs and essential oils to strengthen and hydrate your hair.

Mielle Organic's cult-favorite leave-in conditioner is the reliable product your hair can always count on. Dry ends? Frizzy hair? Shapeless curls? Babassu oil, honey, and a slew of other natural ingredients work together to fight damage.

Who says you can't find fantastic hair products at the drugstore? Hairstylist Tommy Buckett's favorite leave-in conditioner is Garnier's Whole Blends Replenishing Legendary Olive Conditioner. “I love Garnier's Whole Blends Replenishing Legendary Olive Conditioner because it’s lightweight and can be used as a styling product, plus it adds major shine.”

A staple in every hair stylist's bag, the it’s a 10 miracle leave-in does exactly what the name suggests—works miracles. The multipurpose product moisturizes and protects the hair, especially before heat styling. The spray also adds sheen without weighing the hair down.

Need some serious hair TLC? Then Mizani’s 25 Miracle Milk Leave-In Treatment is a must. According to celebrity hairstylist Mann Nance, this product is nothing short of a miracle. “Not only does it condition hair, but it also provides 25 useful benefits such as improved moisture, strength, and overall hair health. It’s also a wonderful primer that preps hair for various styles.”

This leave-in is infused with thermal protection to fight frizz and tame flyaways. But it’s the smell that really pulls you in, leaving your hair smelling like a bed of roses.

Don’t you love a product that makes detangling easier? Vernon Francois’ leave-in is formulated with African tulip tree extracts and amino acids to define curls, tame frizz, and nourish strands with just a few spritzes.