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So what do you do?

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Well, turns out that the solution is to use an air-dry cream.

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New York City hairstylistDevin Tothstands by these and explains exactly what they are.

These miracle workers don’t require heat activation for perfectly styled, tousled hair, he adds.

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We know it sounds like a dream come true to us, too.

There are tons of air-dry creams on the market for purchase at all price ranges.

How do you choose one, you ask?

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Well, you came to the right place.

Below, we listed our favorite air-dry creams for tamed,frizz-free, and no-heat hair.

This air-dry cream allows you to skip the blow-dryer and flaunt your natural hair without any frizz or crunch.

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How does it do it?

It’s all thanks to thehydrolyzed rice proteinin the formula that strengthens and smooths hair.

“This one adds amazing shine and will keep the hair soft and never crunchy,” she says.

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This is thanks to the hemisqualane in the formula that smoothes and strengthens hair with use.

The Kenra Platinum Air Dry Creme 6 promises to reduce your drying time by more than half.

“This cream softens hair,enhances curls, and reduces frizz,” he says.

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A foam like this one from Ouai will still fulfill its hair-conditioning duties.

“This lightweight formula won’t weigh down the hair at all,” she says.

Not to mention, the two ingredients smooth coils and frizz as well.

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Plus, the formula works to enhance all hair textures, making it a great pick for anyone.

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