3 leave-in conditioner products our team love

Wait, “what is leave-in conditioner?” we hear you ask? Well, essentially a leave-on conditioner is exactly what the name suggests. It’s a conditioning product for your hair that you leave on after applying, just as you would a facial moisturiser.

While some people may argue that using a leave-in hair conditioner is an unnecessary extra step, trust us when we say: once you’ve tried it, you’ll never go back! From helping to hydrate parched strands, defining natural curls and saving you precious time, too, these our top 3 picks.

Leave-in conditioner: 3 picks to try

1. TRESemmé Botanique Nourish & Replenish Hydrating Mist

Ever wish your mane could smell like a tropical island? If so, the TRESemmé Botanique Nourish & Replenish Hydrating Mist is all you need. Great for on-the-go, this nourishing leave-in spray can be used on damp or dry hair to quickly deliver benefits. And, its especially great to use when detangling natural hair.

2. Nexxus Emergencée Leave-on Treatment

Whether it’s down to your love for straighteners or trying out the latest hair colouring trends, sooner or later your mane will start showing the damage.

But there’s no need to worry: The Nexxus Emergencée Leave-on Treatment is here to save your strands. This protein-rich formula is perfect for dry, damaged hair, as it can help strengthen your locks all while giving it a moisture boost.

Also working to prevent future damage, it works to create a barrier between your hair and heat, so that it’s better armed against styling damage.

3. TONI&GUY Leave In Conditioner

If frizz is your major mane concern, you’ll love the TONI&GUY Leave In Conditioner for its classic thick lotion formula.

This leave-in conditioner works to smooth frizz and even helps battle against the effects of humidity, so you don’t have to any put up with Hagrid hair moments while at work or play.

Leave-in conditioner: How to use it and who it works for

How do I use a leave-in conditioner?

As mentioned above, there’s no need to rinse out a leave-in conditioner, which is partly why it’s so convenient. After washing your hair, conditioner your hair as usual, wash it out and then, simply apply a leave-in for an extra boost of moisture.

Leave-in hair conditioners also come in a number of forms, including sprays, lotions and richer mask-like consistencies, so the application will alter slightly depending on the type you choose. However, the general rule is to apply only to your mid-lengths and ends, as these are the areas your hair is most in need of moisture.

Who can benefit from using leave-in hair conditioners?

The real question here should be: who can’t benefit from using a leave-in conditioner?! They can help to tackle a number of hair woes, including, but not limited to:

• Dry hair
  Whether your hair is naturally dry or has been weakened by heat or chemical damage from dyeing, a leave-in hair conditioner can help to inject some much-needed moisture back into your strands when your regular conditioner just isn’t cutting it.
• Frizzy hair
  Frizzy hair getting you down? Leave-on conditioners are amazing at slicking down flyaways and cowlicks, giving your look a cleaner, salon-sleek finish.
• Curly hair
  Blessed with wavy or curly hair? These hair types have more difficultly distributing natural oils throughout your strands and, as such, tend to be drier and therefore requires more care. Using a leave-in will help you to take back control over your curls by defining and separating them, ensuring they always look their best!
• Tangle-prone hair
  Knotty hair? If you struggle to brush your mane, try using a leave-in conditioner after showering. It will act as an effective detangler, helping to give your hair extra ‘slip’ and subsequently making it easier to comb through. Phew!