Rene Furterer Paris Okara Radiance Enhancing Shampoo

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Rene Furterer Paris Okara Radiance Enhancing Shampoo
Why it's a winner: Gentle surfactants and hamamelis extract (from the witch hazel plant) help preserve haircolor; okara extract (derived from soybeans) strengthens damaged hair.

Recommended by: Frank Barbosa, owner of Frank Antonio Hair & Makeup salon in Newport, Rhode Island

$23; beauty.com


Living Proof Straight

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Living Proof Straight
Why it's a winner: A proprietary molecule (called PolyfluoroEster) coats the strands to block moisture and helps keep hair straight even on the most humid days. Plus, the lightweight formula is oil- and silicone-free, which means reapplying it to dry hair (to extend the life of your blow-out) won't weigh it down.

Recommended by: Alli Webb, owner of Drybar salons

$29; livingproof.com


Kerastase Elixir Ultime

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Kérastase Elixir Ultime
Why it's a winner: Multiple oils make this product a stylist favorite: Maize oil softens hair, argan oil nourishes it with vitamins and omega-9, camellia oil adds shine, and pracaxi oil (from the seeds of an Amazonian tree) conditions.

Recommended by: Zahir Ziani, creative director of Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spas

$54; kerastase-usa.com


Wella Professionals Brilliance Treatment

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Wella Professionals Brilliance Treatment
Why it's a winner: Both varieties of the treatment—a lightweight mask for fine to normal hair, and a creamy one for coarse hair—contain diamond dust, which reflects light and gives hair instant sheen. Vitamin E in the formulas protects haircolor and prevents it from fading.

Recommended by: Rick Wellman, co-owner of Patrick Melville Salon & Spa in New York City

$12; wella.com for salons


Goody Ouchless Paddle Brush

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Goody Ouchless Paddle Brush
Why it's a winner: The brush's ball-tipped, plastic bristles detangle hair without pulling it, which reduces the possibility of breakage and frizz.

Recommended by: The O beauty department

$8.50; drugstores


Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Frizz Defeat Deep Treatment

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Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Frizz Defeat Deep Treatment
Why it's a winner: This deep conditioner contains vitamin-E-rich argan oil to hydrate and smooth hair without making it greasy, and apricot kernel oil to fight frizz. The formula is light enough to use after every shampoo.

Recommended by: The O beauty department

$6; drugstores


Alterna Bamboo Smooth Anti-Breakage Thermal Protectant Spray

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Alterna Bamboo Smooth Anti-Breakage Thermal Protectant Spray
Why it's a winner: Kendi oil (extracted from an Indonesian nut) safeguards hair from heat-styling damage, while bamboo extract strengthens it. A mix of conditioning ingredients (including glycerin, dimethicone, provitamin B5, and sunflower seed oil) moisturizes hair to prevent breakage.

Recommended by: Ryan Trysgstad, a stylist at the Marie Robinson Salon in New York City

$24; beauty.com


Kevin Mancuso TGR 3600 Hair Dryer

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Kevin Mancuso TGR 3600 Hair Dryer
Why it's a winner: Even though this hair dryer weighs less than a pound (12.34 ounces, to be exact), the airflow is powerful and dries your hair quickly.

Recommended by: The O beauty department

$150; 212-729-8382

Budget-friendly hairsprays and blowdryers

From the January 2012 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine