5 Hair Care Essentials from The Vanity Vanguards It List

Ever wondered why our hair is often called our ‘crowning glory?’ By definition, the expression denotes the best or most notable part of something. 

True enough, hair is a significant part of who we are. How it looks like or is styled influences our appearance; strong and healthy hair gives the impression that you’re taking charge of your overall wellness and, by extension, your life. 

As such, it’s important that the products that you put on your head—whether they’re for cleaning, styling, or nourishing—are chock-full of benefits to keep your hair looking its best. 

You know the drill: as with skin, get to know your hair first (is it straight, wavy, curly? Dry, oily, thin, thick?) and check out what kinds of products work well for you. In any case, here are some recommendations that we swear by:

Baxter Of California Strengthening System Daily Fortifying Shampoo

Nutrients for your hair

A good wash thoroughly cleanses and nourishes your hair, and this shampoo from Baxter of California does the job well. Pea sprout, basil root and rice protein thicken and strengthen hair, while a hint of mint leaves it smelling fresh and clean.

Kiehl’s Olive Fruit Oil Deeply Reparative Hair Mask

Revitalize dry and weakened strands

Just a few minutes of your hair basking in this mask is enough to moisturize and nourish your locks from deep within. Olive fruit and avocado oils work together to strengthen hair that has been overexposed to sun or heat, which is something that we all understand on our side of the world. 

The Maverick Pacific Sea-Salt Spray

A spritz of nourishment for your hair

Leave it as is or use it to pre-style your hair—however you wish to use this spray, it’s bound to add much-needed texture and volume. The combination of sea salt, castor oil, and virgin coconut oil makes it safe and nourishing for any hair type.

Hanz De Fuko Claymation

All-day hold, all-day benefits

If you want to maintain a specific style and hold for your hair all day, might as well use a product that also takes care of it. Hanz De Fuko’s Claymation boasts strong holding power, a semi-matte finish, and natural ingredients that nourish your strands from root to tip. Best part? It’s easy to wash off after a long day of looking good.

LUSH Superbalm Scalp Treatment

Address the root cause

Okay, this product doesn’t directly treat your hair, but it nourishes where your locks are anchored on. A scalp that’s free from irritation, dryness, and debris is the most fertile ground for healthy hair. 

The Superbalm addresses these problems with coconut oil, candelila wax and soothing essential oils such as lavender and chamomile blue, among others.

Photos courtesy Dior, Baxter of California, Kiehl’s, The Maverick, Hanz De Fuko, LUSH