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While we love theirin-shower counterparts, the best leave-in conditioners do what rinse-out formulas can’t.
Collage: Laneen Wells; Source images:Allureeditors
Behold our list of the best leave-in conditioners, curated by professional stylists andAllureeditors.
Plus, the generous size of this bottle (11.8 fl oz.)
will last you months.
Allurecontributor Annie Blackman before applying the Milk_Shake Leave-In Conditioner
Seriously, though, we’re a couple of sprays away from petitioning for a standalone fragrance.
For now, if you’re after something a little less gourmand, spring for thefloral-forward Flower bottle.
Like,can’t," saidAllurecontributing commerce writer Annie Blackman in her review.
Allurecontributor Annie Blackman before applying the Milk_Shake Leave-In Conditioner
“It’s a conditioner, yes, but I use it almost exclusively to detangle my damp hair.
I can cover my whole head and lightly mist my roots with about eight spritzes.
So, what’s at work?
Blackman after applying the Milk_Shake Leave-In Conditioner
“Ceremoniahits that balance perfectly; the Guava leave-in makes my hair so soft and shiny.”
“Oh my gosh, it smells so freakin' good,” says associate digital beauty editorSarah Kinonen.
“After the first spritz of this lightweightleave-in conditioner, it was an immediate yes for me.
It’s excellent for detangling post-shower hair or refreshing between wash days.
“Plus, the scent smells like an orange Creamsicle.”
Entermeadowfoam seed oil, which helps protect hair against high heat, whether from ahot toolor especially dry weather.
Allure content director Kara McGrath before applying the Ceremonia Guava Leave-In Conditioner
Work one to two pumps through fine hair and three to four pumps for thicker strands.
More is more.”
Think nutmeg and Indian saffron blended with rose Damascena, Indian jasmine sambac, and smoky, sultry incense.
McGrath after applying the Ceremonia Guava Leave-In Conditioner
Pair it with the brand’s iconic pre-shampoo treatment,HoliRoots Hair Oil, for even more nourishment.
“After I blow-dry, I notice my hair is noticeably less frizzy (my biggest gripe!
), feels softer, and is all-around healthier-looking.
Pai before applying the Dae Mirage Mist Leave-In Conditioner
The scent is subtle but quite soothing, too.”
Despite being free of oils and formulated for finer hair, it packs a hair-smoothing punch.
Give the ends of your damp or dry hair a couple of spritzes and feel the healing happen.
Pai before applying the Dae Mirage Mist Leave-In Conditioner
The TL;DR?
Intense conditioning (leading to less breakage), built-in heat protection, and a silicone-free formula.
“Plus, the smell lingered, so this practically did double duty as a light perfume.”
Pai after applying the Dae Mirage Mist Leave-In Conditioner
What ingredients should I look for in leave-in conditioners?
What’s shopping for a new hair-care product without considering chemistry?
“[Hyaluronic acid] revives dry strands and restores softness in just one minute,” she tellsAllure.
Without proper hydration, it becomes dry, brittle, and prone to breakage.”
Testers considered performance across four primary categories: efficacy, texture and experience, fragrance, and packaging.
For more on what’s involved in our reporting, check out our completereviews process and methodology page.
Allurecommerce producer Sarah Hoffmann before applying the Crown Affair The Leave-In Conditioner
Our staff and testers
A beauty product is a personal purchase.
Can we honestly deem a high-end diffuser worthy of your hard-earned cash if its never been tested on curls?
Hoffmann after applying the Crown Affair The Leave-In Conditioner
Han before applying the Fable & Mane MahaMane Detangling Leave-in Conditioner
Han before applying the Fable & Mane MahaMane Detangling Leave-in Conditioner
Han after applying the Fable & Mane MahaMane Detangling Leave-in Conditioner
