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Using hair masks helps to preventbreakageand leaves the hair feeling healthy and frizz-free, says Los Angeles-based hairstylistKylee Heath.
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A mask helps the ends stay hydrated and keeps the cuticle smooth.
Keep reading for the formulas loved by hairstylists and editors alike.
After your hair is dry, enhance its glossy finish with anat-home blowoutor your favoriteflatiron.
3 Hair Perfector
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3 Hair Perfector
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3 Hair Perfector has long been a hairstylist-favorite for addressing multiple concerns related to damaged strandsfrizz included.
But in a matter of minutes, my hair looked significantly healthier.
The LOreal mask uses ceramides and almond oil to repair dryness and bring back smoothness, he says.
Frizzis triggered by a lack of moisture.
Hair thatsdamagedfrom constant heat styling is also prone to frizz, notes Heath.
How can I minimize frizz?
Let your hairair dryor use adiffuserifblow-drying, and always use aheat protectantwhen styling, he says.
Giannetos adds to avoid over-washing and to sleep on a satin orsilk pillowcaseto reduce friction overnight.
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