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The Only 4 Olaplex Products You Really Need
All those numbered Olaplex bottles can be confusing. Most hair only needs four of them, and we'll show you which ones and why.
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Olaplex No. 7 or Moroccanoil Treatment? How They Differ
Olaplex No. 7 and Moroccanoil are both much-loved hair oils. Your hair's thickness is the best clue to which one will make you happier.
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Nizoral, Dandruff and Thinning Hair
Nizoral is a great dandruff shampoo, and some people hope it helps thinning hair too. See what the small studies found and how to use it wel…
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7 Shampoos That Make Fine Hair Look Fuller
Fine hair that falls flat by noon can look fuller with the right shampoo. These seven range from drugstore bottles to salon picks for sensit…
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Your Living Proof Shelf, Half Price
Living Proof is great, but it isn't cheap. These seven drugstore picks come close to its texture spray, dry shampoo and more for much less.
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When Leave-In Conditioner Earns Its Spot
Not everyone needs a leave-in conditioner. If your hair tangles, frizzes or gets heat styled, the right one makes a big difference without w…
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Moroccanoil’s Look-Alikes, Ranked
You can get the Moroccanoil look for less. These seven drugstore matches are ranked by how closely they follow the originals, from the oil t…
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Olaplex No. 3PLUS or K18? Your Shower Habits Decide
Olaplex No. 3PLUS goes on before shampoo and rinses out; K18 goes on after shampoo and stays in. How each works, how often to use them and w…
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Drugstore Swaps for Your Olaplex Shelf
Nearly every Olaplex step has a cheaper drugstore cousin. These eight swaps save money, and there's one bottle worth keeping if your hair is…
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Dry Shampoo Without the Chalky Roots
Dry shampoo should disappear into your hair, not sit on your roots. A few easy tricks with where you spray and how long you wait make all th…
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Sisley Hair Rituel vs The Ordinary
Can a $235 scalp serum make your hair look fuller? See how Sisley's compares with The Ordinary's peptide serum, and when to see a doctor fir…
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Briogeo Don’t Despair vs SheaMoisture
Dry, damaged hair needs a good mask. We explain how Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair! and SheaMoisture's Manuka Honey Masque differ by hair typ…
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Bumble and bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil: Buy, Dupe, or Splurge?
Bumble and bumble Invisible Oil smooths frizz without weighing fine hair down. See if it's worth it for you, plus a cheaper option and a spl…
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Should You Put Conditioner on Your Roots?
Most of us were taught to slap conditioner on top of our heads. See whether your roots actually need it and where it does the most good.
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Shampoo the Roots, Condition the Ends
You probably need less shampoo than you think, as long as it goes on your scalp. Learn how much shampoo and conditioner to use for your hair…
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Bond Builder vs Protein vs Deep Conditioner
Most rough, tired hair is dry, not damaged, so a deep conditioner may be all you need. A quick strand test tells you which treatment to reac…
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Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase: Buy, Dupe, or Splurge?
Is a silk pillowcase worth it for your skin and hair? We explain what the Slip Pure Silk pillowcase does well, plus a cheaper option and a s…
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Living Proof Dry Shampoo by Hair Type
Fine, dark, curly or very oily hair? Find the Living Proof dry shampoo that suits yours and how to spray it without white patches.
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The K18 Step Most People Skip
K18 works best on damp, freshly washed hair with no conditioner first. Follow this easy routine to get the most out of every use.
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The Scalp Changes Nobody Warns You About
Your scalp ages just like the rest of your skin. Find out what changes over time and the simple care that keeps it comfortable.
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Vegamour GRO Hair Serum: Buy, Dupe, or Splurge?
Vegamour GRO is a popular plant-based scalp serum. See what it can realistically do, a cheaper bottle with a similar job, and a splurge to c…
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Act+Acre Scalp Serum, Week by Week
Are you starting Act+Acre Scalp Serum? Knowing what normal shedding looks like week by week helps you stay patient and spot when a dermatolo…
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Oily Roots, Dry Ends? Try Zoning
Do you have greasy roots and dry ends at the same time? Washing your hair in zones keeps both halves happy, and it's easier than it sounds.
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Gisou Honey Oil by Hair Type
A little Gisou Honey Oil goes a long way. See how much to use for fine, medium or thick hair and how it works as an overnight treatment.