Whether we like it or not, winter is (almost) here. What’s more, explains Los Angeles-based hairstylist Bradley Leake, colder weather means dryer skin and hair. He continues, telling The Tease, “Just as you moisturize your hands and face, your hair needs extra love and moisture, too!”
To help update your hair-care routine for the cold-weather months ahead, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite winter hair-care products, all of which can help combat dry strands. So, keep reading for our top picks, as well as a handful of expert-approved recommendations.
Biologique Recherche Complexe Cegaba +Bioproline Hair Loss Serum
According to Paul Labrecque, creative director, stylist, and colorist at Paul Labrecque Salon and Skincare Spa, the Biologique Recherche’s Complexe Cegaba +Bioproline—which he describes as a “nourishing and thickening serum that you put on after conditioning”—is an absolute “must-have” for winter.“ This product leads to a fuller, healthier, and overall more moisturized appearance.”
Shop: Biologique Recherche Complexe Cegaba +Bioproline Hair Loss Serum, $191.00
Kérastase Nutritive Mask for Dry Fine Hair & Kérastase Nutritive Mask for Dry Thick Hair
Available in formulas for both thick and fine hair, this hydrating hair mask is “always on rotation” for Labrecque. The pro describes this product as his “go-to” since it’s especially “great for moisture and hydration.” Both masks are spiked with lipids—AKA fatty acids— which help retain moisture.
Shop: Kérastase Nutritive Mask for Dry Fine Hair & Kérastase Nutritive Mask for Dry Thick Hair, $60.00 each
L’Oreal Professionnel Mythic Oil Huile Originale
According to Labrecque, the L’Oreal Professionnel Mythic Oil Huile Originale is especially great for folks with thick and frizzy hair since it’s “excellent for added hydration pre-blow drying” thanks to ingredients like vitamin E-rich argan oil. “It adds shine to hair that otherwise appears dry or lifeless.”
Shop: L’Oreal Professionnel Mythic Oil Huile Originale, $45.00
Hidden Crown Luxe Argan Hair Mask
Leake tells The Tease that Hidden Crown’s Luxe Argan Hair Mask “will provide just that extra hydration you need” in the wintertime. Fortunately, with ingredients like argan oil, glycerin, and aloe vera, the hair mask will keep your strands nourished and moisturized all season long.
Shop: Hidden Crown Luxe Argan Hair Mask, $18.74
Nexxus Humectress Moisturizing Conditioner
The Nexxus Humectress Moisturizing Conditioner is specially formulated for dry strands since it helps hair retain moisture for up to 24 hours. Ingredient highlights include moisturizing coconut oil, smoothing keratin, and lactic acid, the latter of which is known for its gentle exfoliating and humectant properties.
Shop: Nexxus Humectress Moisturizing Conditioner, $19.99
shu uemura Urban Moisture Deep Hydration Shampoo for Dry Hair
This winter, keep frizz and dryness at bay with this deeply hydrating shampoo from shu uemura. Its hero ingredient, moisturizing moringa oil, is packed with fatty acids and nutrients. Other ingredient highlights include nourishing glycerin and exfoliating salicylic acid.
Shop: shu uemura Urban Moisture Deep Hydration Shampoo for Dry Hair, $49.00
amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner with Hyaluronic Acid
Dry winter hair is no match for this leave-in conditioner from amika. It’s chock-full of noteworthy ingredients like glycerin and coconut oil, as well as fatty acid-rich avocado oil, hydrating squalane, vitamin-loaded shea butter, and—you guessed it—hyaluronic acid to lock in moisture. Plus, it’s suitable for color-treated strands.
Shop: amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner with Hyaluronic Acid, $28.00
What are your winter hair-care products musts? Let us know in the comments!
