Top Beauty Expert-Approved Products for Soft, Frizz-Free Hair

Beauty rituals adapt to seasonal changes and hair needs extra nourishment as we immerse ourselves in the warmer temps of summer. It’s time to revitalize bounce and brilliance in preparation for outdoor play, sun exposure, water sports, and pool parties. We have you covered with these top shampoos, conditioners, oils, and treatments that restore moisture, cleanse build up, add luster, and ultimately revive hair health.

A Boost of Goodness

Add voluptuous va-va-voom with &GOODIES Curls and Volume Scalp Toning Tonic. Formulated with powerhouse antioxidants (witch hazel, arnica, suma root, aloe), this super elixir naturally enhances and strengthens hair—straight or curly, fine or full, short or long.

“Our Volume & Curls Toning Tonic is one of my personal favorites from the line, I use it mostly for people with curly hair and the key is letting the hair dry naturally with a diffuser, which leaves the client with a defined curl,” says Antonello Pasci, chief hair officer and co-founder of &GOODIES. “Otherwise, when I want results with more volume, I spray it directly onto the full body of the hair and then I add a bit of our Shape & Repair Styling Cream on the ends. Finish off with a blow dry, which adds to the overall volume once you’re done.”

Easy application makes styling a breeze. My beach waves look refreshed and vibrant, kindred to my mood after a day of sun, sea, and sand. And I adore admirable companies: &GOODIES is inclusively made for all hair types with squeaky clean ingredients that protect natural oils and activate healthy locks. The entire line is dreamy…Hydrating Hair Mask (leave on 15 minutes, once a week) and Repairing Lemongrass Shampoo & Conditioner are additional favorites.

&GOODIES’ delightfully perfumed products (lemongrass, rosemary, peppermint, lavender) were launched apropos at the Pitti Fragrance show in Florence, Italy. Bravo!

Raising the Bar

Women of the Red Yao Tribe in Southern China are ‘real-life Rapunzels’ with remarkable hair length and radiant sheen. Their secret? Longsheng rice water and centuries of tradition. Viori harnesses this wisdom to nurture tresses in a novel way. Crafted into artful Asian designs, Viori Hidden Waterfall Shampoo and Conditioner Bars have luscious lather and restorative results.

All natural, vegan, and ethically sourced ingredients cleanse and condition with TLC. Vitamin and mineral rich Longsheng rice from local plantations renews and repairs. Cocoa butter moisturizes. Rice oil, aloe vera, and bamboo smooth, strengthen, and add serious shine. These shampoo and conditioner bars are surprisingly fun to use thanks to helpful tips and a charming bamboo bar holder. My hair looks satiny and more voluminous after just a few uses.

Delicate Hidden Waterfall is a splash of aromatherapy—cedarwood, mandarin, jasmine, sandalwood, and amber—honoring the Red Yao’s mountain landscapes. Viori’s values are praiseworthy; a sustainable partnership with the tribe guarantees fair trade, honest practices, social responsibility, and a portion of Viori’s profits support the Red Yao’s culture and economy.

Farewell Frizz

Rock salon-style hair from the comforts of home. Born from Tricoci Salon and Spa’s expertise (four decades in the business with chic Italian roots to boot), Tricoci Smoothing Serum is feather light, ultra hydrating, and impressively effective. A replenishing blend of hempseed, argan oil, and coconut oil tames wild flyaways with splendid luminosity. My dry split ends look instantly healthier and glossier.

As founders of Tricoci University of Beauty Culture, Tricoci is dedicated to high performance formulas for personal and professional use. Proof is in the product. Apply before hair drying, or any time of day, for a more graceful mane.

“The Tricoci Smoothing Serum is created with all hair types and textures in mind,” says Tricoci hair stylist and educator Amarilis Badillo. “The nutrient-rich serum helps fight frizz, while protecting hair from heat damage and color fading. For a lustrous bounce, consider pairing with Tricoci Curl Renew to separate and define curly hair.”

Buzzy Hair and Scalp Therapy

The time-honored practice of hair oiling is having a moment, and deservedly so. Beneficial from roots to ends, plant oils promote hair growth, reduce build up, lock in moisture, and boost glow. Remedy Plant Lab Hair + Scalp Therapy is blended with hydrating hemp oil for added oomph. Organic jojoba oil, organic rosehip oil, kukui oil, amla oil, blueberry seed oil, squalene, monoï and tiare (revered beauty elixirs in French Polynesia) complement this fragrant recipe.

Amplifying both superior shine and therapeutic conditioning, this oil is truly a remedy. My hair feels silky, fuller, and shimmery bright thanks to vitamin C packed amla oil’s magic.

Remedy Plant Lab sources hemp (naturally sun grown) from conscientious farmers in Willamette Valley, Oregon where fertile, pesticide free soil is also heaven for pinot noir. This female-founded wellness brand has a worthy mission that I support: “to make plant based healing more accessible, empower local agricultural partners, and maximize sustainability practices that have a low impact on the planet.”

Leave-In Loveliness

Give tangled hair extra care with NatureLab Tokyo’s Repair Leave-In Conditioner & Detangler. hydrating potion gently untangles damp or dry hair with botanical nutrients and plant technology. Antioxidant argan oil, stimulating prickly pear oil, moisture-rich camellia oil, and strengthening pea protein help hair thrive. Simply spray as needed. My easily tangled mop is softer and more manageable, and I swoon over the perfume “inspired by Japanese bamboo forests with a hint of green tea and cypress”.

Enchanting Japan, where nature intertwines with architecture and ancient rituals grace modern practices. From the bustling streets of Tokyo to divine shrines in Kyoto, impeccable style inspires culture, cuisine, fashion, and beauty. Count me in to trust this science-backed beauty brand. Bonus: it won’t break the bank.

"When I started our company in 1997 my dream was to create products that exemplified the awe and passion I feel about all aspects of Japanese beauty, art and nature,” says NatureLab founder Rosa Takagi. “I imagined products that existed in harmony with nature, embraced cutting edge technology and inspired thoughtful creativity from some of the brightest minds in beauty. Today that dream is a reality. Here’s to hoping you find beauty, in yourself and in everything you do."

A Winning Formula

Celebrity hair stylist Wendy Iles has star-studded appeal. She styles gorgeous strands on Hollywood elite, esteemed magazine cover models, and chic fashion houses from Dior and Chanel to Louis Vuitton and Hermès. Motivated by a desire to create products rooted in hair health, Iles founded her namesake brand Iles Formula.

“I have always been passionate for lustrous, healthy hair. It's just part of the DNA of my approach to hairdressing,” says Iles. “Iles Formula is a natural extension of this approach that I’ve bottled and share with you all.”

This savvy line is made with only the finest responsibly sourced, raw, botanical ingredients to help hair recovery. Shampoo, conditioner, finishing serum, curl revive, hair mask, and boosters all showcase stunning results. Hair + Scalp Rejuvenating Booster is an Oprah Beauty O-ward winning complex that promotes restoration, hair growth, and lasting nourishment with a weightless touch. And the three-step method Haute Performance Signature Collection is an Allure Best of Beauty Awards winner clinically proven to prevent hair breakage. Your before and after photos will be pure validation.

A Crystal Clear Approach

Shower your head with positive vibes. AIIR Professional is the world’s first crystal infused haircare—crafted sustainably and ethically from Mother Earth’s gifts. Every holistic product is formulated with gemstones and clean, vegan, Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free ingredients.

Created by hairstylist and influencer Jenny Strebe, AIIR Professional smooths wild ends, repairs damaged locks, and gives hair a glossy dazzle. Smoothing Cream is a lightweight wonder where babassu oil moisturizes and amethyst calms. Texture AIIR adds natural body for beachy hair bliss; mica reflects light while clear quartz brightens energy. Flexible Hold AIIR Spray harmonizes antioxidant green tea to target frizz and rose quartz to inspire peace.

My new must-have—Sapphire Leave In Conditioner—hydrates and protects against UV rays with coconut oil and responsibly sourced sapphire crystals for ravishing tresses and an uplifted spirit. (Benefits are bolstered after washing and rinsing with the Sapphire Shampoo and Conditioner.) Plus, a TSA approved travel size collection is the perfect go-to for balanced hair away from home.

Wherever this new season leads, focus on your self-care and healthy haircare. “Invest in your hair, it’s the crown you never take off.” - Anonymous