In my opinion, a shampoo should do three things: smell amazing, clean your hair and not make you go bankrupt. Herbal Essences' Argan Oil of Morocco Shampoo hits these points and then some. The first thing I noticed about this shampoo was the totally divine, yet unique, scent. Unlike the flowery fragrances that grace most hair products, this shampoo's aroma is exotic, slightly spicy and vanilla-tinged. It also does a bang-up job of lathering and making hair feel clean, while also imparting it with nourishing ingredients, including antioxidants. How's that for a triple-threat? --Mary Squillace
I took a chance on this popular Japanese drugstore shampoo after finding it on a discount in my local TJ Maxx, and it hasn't disappointed. My thick hair has a mind of its own and is prone to build-up, so finding the right conditioner can be a bit of a challenge. This one helps keep my strands shiny without weighing them down, thanks to its blend of rice bran and natural oils. Oh, and did I mention that it smells like wild cherry blossoms? --Rosie Narasaki
Even though my hair is fine, I still have a lot of frizzy, wavy texture to manage. This smoothing cream from Suave is the perfect remedy to get rid of frizz without weighing me down. It really is as good as some of the expensive blowout creams that you'd pay ten times the price for. I apply a dime sized amount through the lengths of my hair before drying -- the end result is soft, shiny, frizz-free strands that withstand some of the most humid situations life throws my way.--Hannah Savin
This multitasking serum is a curly-haired girl's dream come true. While I don't actually have curly hair, I do have damaged, frizz-prone waves that are notoriously tough to tame. Lightweight and moisturizing, this serum smoothes flyaways and frizz without leaving my hair greasy or heavy. I love using it on my ends after I'm three days deep into dry shampoo -- you know, when split ends start looking particularly crispy. You can also add it to your shampoo or conditioner for an extra dose of moisture, or mix it with your usual styling product for smoother, silkier strands. --Jill Provost
OK, technically you won't find this conditioner on the shelves of your neighborhood Walgreens, but hear me out. Though this under-the-radar-gem looks like a spendy salon buy (and yes, you can buy it in some salons), it costs less than $10 -- which given how well it performs, is a total steal. The conditioner's heavenly smell will instantly transport you to a swanky salon chair. Then, there's the multitasking formula, which leaves hair feeling as hydrated as if you'd applied a hair mask, as brushable as if you'd used a detangler and as shiny as if you'd spritzed on a hair oil. In other words, it gives my coarse, dry, color-treated ends what they need -- for less than the price of a movie ticket. --Mary Squillace
