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TL;DR
TheMoroccan Oil Color Depositing Maskis our go-to hair gloss overall.
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It offers both a wash of color and plenty of hydration, coupled with a creamy yet lightweight consistency.
If youre looking for one thats incredibly easy to use, theIGK Expensive Clear Gloss Topcoattakes the cake.
This clear option goes on like a regular conditioner, adding tons of shine and vibrancy.
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(And that holds true whether you dye your hair or not.)
Ahair glossis an easy, effective way to counteract that.
Wetestedtwo dozen popular picks to determine which over-the-counter hair glosses are best.
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Ultimately, these 11 proved to be the shining stars.
Themaskpart offers color protection plus reparative benefits, helping to strengthen processed hair.
Results last two to three weeks, so one bottle will last quite a while.
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Just keep in mind that youll see the most noticeable results (aka a visible gleam) post-blow-drying.
Plus, her hair never looked greasy or weighed down.
The formula also needs to stay on for 10 to 20 minutes, depending on your desired effect.
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Still, the stunning results make the extra effort and time spent totally worthwhile.
Just FYI, the results are pretty temporary, so plan on using this at least weekly.
And thats even more so if the formula you choose also has strengthening benefits, like this winner.
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Not only does it help preserve color, but it also boosts overall hair health.
The clear formula delivers results after the first use, and those only get better over time.
Thats where this gloss comes in.
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Also nice: Its formulated to safeguard your hair against heat styling and environmental damage and adds moisture.
It is worth noting that even though the formula is sheer, its technically meant for blondes.
It looks and feels like aconditionerand can be used as such.
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Enter this standout, which takes the cake regarding ease of use.
They also took before and after photos of their hair for visually document the effects.
In a word, yes, yes, and yes.
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(Paglionico puts this range at six to eight weeks.)
At home, it depends on the product you pick.
This, too, depends on the particular product youre using.
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Paglionico says most usually last one to two weeks; Ryan says two to three.
How often you wash your hair will definitely play a role when it comes to longevity, however.
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