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This is a beautiful, gentle conditioner that works spectacularly well with the Ultra Soft Shampoo. “It feels light enough that it can be used daily without weighing the hair down and leaves hair feeling amazing,” says Cecily. “Along with its shampoo twin, this beautiful conditioner provides softness and manageability to even the most damaged tresses,” adds Zoe.

Jojoba and glycerine work together in this nourishing formula that immediately solves curly conundrums, and unruly manes. It’s a nourishing and hydrating conditioner that’s as rich as a mask without leaving the hair feeling heavy. “I love how soft and silky my hair feels after using this,” says Cecily. “It’s a great formula for curly and fluffy hair that needs a bit of taming. Hair feels stronger and easy to style after just one use.”

This gentle shampoo formula is an instant ticket to soft, clean, shiny hair, ideal for medium to thick textures. It lathers beautifully, washes out easily and leaves hair feeling impossibly silky. “It smells fresh, feels luxurious and is very soft and moisturising on the hair,” says Sue. “Soft is indeed right,” adds Zoe. “This delicious shampoo leaves strands feeling unbelievably silky and shiny.”   

Beautifully packaged and divinely scented with rose and lily of the valley, this luxurious shampoo turns hair washing into a ritual. “It works really well, and is aided by amino acids and rice protein. I always like shampoos to contain antioxidants because they can be anti-ageing and reduce cellular damage,” explains Chelcey. “This shampoo has numerous antioxidants, including aloe and vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract (a dark berry).”

Curly hair requires more hydration than naturally straight hair and this shampoo is like a rich moisturiser for springy strands, rinsing away impurities and leaving hair feeling healthy and soft. “This shampoo has a beautiful fragrance with a thick consistency, absolutely perfect for dehydrated curls,” says Sue. It’s formulated with jojoba esters, shea butter and glycerine, to nourish and hydrate while adding shine and strength.

Sydney-based hairdresser Belinda Jeffrey is renowned for her hair colour expertise, so it’s no surprise her eponymous colour care shampoo delivers that same level of professional care. Infused with rice bran, avocado and argan oils, it deeply hydrates, while beetroot extract, vitamin E, hydrolysed keratin and quinoa proteins protect colour and boost hair health. “This is a deeply nourishing shampoo, perfect for keeping locks nourished and vibrant,” says Cecily.

Our hair changes texture as we age, but this chic-looking shampoo, packed with softening and strengthening ingredients, gives coarse, unruly strands a silky glow-up. “I love everything about this shampoo, which left my hair looking radiant and feeling softer,” says Cecily. “It contains folic acid to boost growth and prevent premature greys, alongside detanglers, moisturisers and antioxidant extracts to stimulate circulation in the scalp.”

Perfect for swimmers or anyone exposed to environmental pollutants, this deep-cleansing shampoo works to remove build-up and impurities from the hair. “You wouldn’t even know I had been for a swim after using this shampoo, it worked so well,” says Chelcey. “I like to swim a lot, but the copper salts in the chlorinated water can wreak havoc with the hair. The ingredient EDTA (found in this formula) is a chelating agent and can bind to metals. I also like the use of wild orange leaf, which acts as an antioxidant. An excellent product that will stay in my rotation.”

It retails for $15 but feels much more expensive, with a fragrance reminiscent of Aesop and a formula that feels beautiful on the hair, says Sue. Enriched with wheat proteins to boost volume and amino acids to moisturise, strengthen and repair, this is a value-for-money product that delivers on its promises, feels good and is lovely to use. “This left my fine, curly hair feeling stronger, with more volume,” says Cecily. “An excellent conditioner.”

Finer hair types will appreciate this detangling and conditioning treatment that leaves hair soft, silky and conditioned, without weighing it down, says Sue. It’s a brilliant multitasker, with an easy-to-apply spray that preps hair for heat styling and provides protection from heat and environmental exposure. “Much more than just a (very good) detangler, this spray also conditions, de-frizzes and preps for heat styling up to 220°C,” says Zoe.

Seal split ends, add moisture, de-frizz and reduce breakage with this hardworking leave-in treatment that fortifies and nourishes strands. It helps to repair the hair from the cortex to the cuticle with the added bonus of heat protection. “This is a game changer for hair that’s been damaged by bleaching or treatments,” says Zoe. “The rich texture of this classic, leave-in conditioner is perfect for thicker, drier hair types,” adds Sue.

A daily moisturiser for your hair? This hydrating leave-in treatment is peak ‘skinification’ of haircare: a nourishing cream that infuses moisture, boosts gloss, improves manageability, repairs and protects. “This product does it all: smoothing and taming, repairing damage, protecting against heat and environmental stressors, all while leaving hair soft, shiny and vibrant,” says Zoe.

With ingredients including hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5, this nourishing spray helps improve the scalp’s skin barrier, strengthens hair and locks moisture into the scalp and hair cuticle. “I love how easy this weightless, non-greasy detangling spray is to apply – just a few spritzes after conditioning delivers deep hydration and lustrous shine,” says Cecily.

Pre-shampoo treatments offer the perfect opportunity to show your hair some extra TLC, and this rich oil blend is especially nourishing. “It smells divine (thanks to a mix of rosemary, jojoba, clary and lavender oils) and feels very hydrating, especially when massaged in and left to absorb,” says Cecily. “Perfect for a thicker hair type, it really absorbs into the strands to smooth and seal in moisture.”

This uber-moisturising shampoo lathers beautifully, washing away impurities without stripping strands of their natural oils, while moisturising and reducing frizz. “This is a gorgeous-smelling shampoo with moisturising elements such as hyaluronic acid and prickly pear seed oil,” says Zoe. “I noticed my hair feeling softer and shinier after just one use.”

This lightweight, multifunctional spray strengthens damaged, dry or dull hair, with sustainably sourced keratin derived from 100 per cent renewable New Zealand sheep's wool. Enriched with avocado and macadamia oils, and vitamins B5 and E, it repairs, strengthens and conditions hair from within. “My hair felt noticeably stronger and smoother after use,” says Cecily.

This effective and affordable shampoo is naturally volumising thanks to an impressive line-up of hydrating, strengthening and moisturising ingredients. Enriched with niacinamide, hydrolysed rice protein, Pro-Vitamin B5 and coconut oil, it locks in moisture, adds volume and amps up shine. “This fragrant shampoo has a silky lather that left my fine hair feeling full of body and easy to manage,” says Cecily. “The 600ml pump pack is value for money.”

This plant-powered, super-silky conditioner is enriched with 100 per cent pure mango butter to leave hair feeling softer, looking shinier and free from tangles. “Mangoes are known for their rich nutrients including vitamins, antioxidants and natural oils, with gently exfoliating enzymes,” says Cecily. “This is a great all-rounder conditioner, ideal for the whole family. It has a lovely fragrance, too.”

This hydrating, pink grapefruit and vanilla shampoo bar proves sustainability and performance can go hand in hand. Enriched with creamed coconut and cocoa butter to revitalise, restore and deliver soft, shiny tresses, it delivers a nourishing cleanse. Perfect for travel and saving space, one bar can last up to 80 washes, replacing up to three plastic bottles. “I loved how fresh, fragrant and clean my hair felt after use,” says Cecily.

Rosemary, with its science-backed ability to stimulate the scalp and support hair growth, is the star ingredient in this timeless tonic. Developed more than 100 years ago, this formula remains relevant, blending invigorating rosemary with stonecrop and horseradish. “I was impressed by how refreshed my scalp felt after use,” says Cecily. “The earthy, herbal fragrance is calming.”

Like a salon treatment in a jar, this silicone-free mask deeply conditions to leave hair shiny, vibrant and healthy-looking. “Infused with nourishing argan and jojoba oils to hydrate and smooth without weighing hair down, this mask has an uplifting fragrance – a fruity pomegranate mojito with hints of apricot and sweet orange – that turns haircare admin into an enjoyable indulgence,” says Cecily.

Beautiful to look at, and to apply, this styling cream for wet or dry hair nourishes, strengthens and adds a glossy shine with a hint of sparkle. Castor oil combats split ends, while macadamia oil, blueberry extract and rosehip seed oil provide deep hydration and protection. The subtle scent of vanilla, sandalwood, iris and juniper adds a touch of luxury to every use. “This effortlessly coaxes strands into shape, with a pearlescent finish,” says Zoe.

Curly hair will love this natural gel that provides crunch-free hold and mirror-like gloss. Formulated with Kakadu plum and lotus flower extract and enriched with hyaluronic acid, it helps to defend hair from humidity and keep frizz at bay. “Lasting, flexible hold, curl definition and a polished finish – this gel is lightweight and packed full of nourishing ingredients,” says Cecily. “It effortlessly banishes frizz and creates gorgeously defined curls, while providing UV and heat protection,” Zoe adds.

There’s nothing nice about nits, but, if you have kids, you may encounter them from time to time. And this is a great deterrent. Made in South Australia from natural ingredients, it not only helps to deter nits, but it also conditions, detangles and smooths flyaways. “This is available in a variety of ‘flavours’, including lavender, pomegranate and peppermint,” says Cecily. “It conditions and detangles well – the nit-deterrent is an extra bonus!”

We love this handy, portable little hair tamer in a mascara-like tube and wand to instantly subdue flyaways and smooth strands for slick styles on the go. It’s the perfect handbag-sized hair product, with a silky serum-like consistency. “The most convenient way to keep the frizz at bay,” says Chelcey. “It has good hold that keeps frizz smoothed throughout the day. I like the antioxidants aloe and bamboo extract in the ingredient list.”

Instant volume at the roots. That’s what you get with a puff of this powder that promises volume and delivers it, as it’s formulated with silica to amp up texture and rice starch to absorb oil. Sue recommends this for thicker hair types (fine hair may find it too heavy). It delivers the perfect amount of ‘grit’ for textured voluminous styles.

Formulated for exercise (hello, sweaty hair!), this excellent dry shampoo formula refreshes hair as you work out to absorb moisture and leave hair feeling renewed. “This has a very nice fragrance and a lightweight finish that absorbs oil effectively and keeps hair looking and feeling refreshed without a powdery finish,” says Sue.

This hairspray means business. It’s fast-drying and humidity-resistant to tame flyaways, lock out frizz, amp up sleek looks and keep your style in place all day with a flexible, brushable finish. “This 4-out-of-5-strength hairspray holds styles firmly while still feeling natural and soft – no stickiness or crunch!” says Cecily. “It brushes out easily and boosts body and fullness. Great for slick styles, too.”

From the first spritz, this superhero spray protects strands from heat whether you’re blow-drying, straightening or curling your hair. It contains heat-reflecting polymers and nourishers, including tamanu oil and moringa oil, to seal split ends, dial up shine and protect hair up to 232⁰C. “This is super effective at safeguarding hair against heat damage, all while delivering a high-gloss shine,” says Zoe. “This has a great consistency and works well – heat protection meets hydration,” adds Sue.

This quick-dry potion certainly feels magical in its speedy ability to take your hair from wet to dry. The bi-phase formula needs a good shake to mix ingredients that both condition and protect hair from damage, expelling water from the hair shaft to dramatically reduce drying time. “We tested this product on thick hair and were so impressed with how fast it worked,” says Sue. “A Godsend for frantic mornings, this amazing potion slashes the time it takes to dry your strands, while offering impressive heat protection at the same time,” Zoe adds.

Brilliant. Clever. Easy. Just three ways we could describe this multi-use stying cream that not only adds volume, shines and minimises frizz, but also protects hair from colour fade, pollution and heat – up to 230°C. “This is an incredible styling cream that delivers effortless manageability to just-washed hair, with a vast range of benefits,” says Cecily. “It’s a total game changer.”

Apply this serum to damp hair after shampooing and conditioning and enjoy the glossy salon shine that ensues. Enriched with amino acids and ceramides to bring hydration and gloss, along with nourishing coconut and macadamia oils, it’s an easy and affordable way to ensure hair is silky, soft and radiant. “This feels soft to apply, doesn’t weigh the hair down, has a pleasant but not overpowering fragrance and leaves hair looking lustrous,” says Cecily.

This incredibly lightweight mist delivers beautiful sparkle-like shine to locks, for hair that looks immediately healthier and more radiant. It delivers essential nutrients from vitamins A, B, D and E and light-reflective technology that add gloss without weight. “Not only does this deliver a reflective shimmer to the hair, it does so without even a hint of oiliness – and bonus points for its humidity-defying formula,” says Cecily.

Whether your hair is thin, thick or in between, curls will relish this leave-in mist that reduces frizz, detangles, reduces breakage and smooths, providing the perfect foundation for styling. “This excellent formula contains a peptide derived from plant proteins that helps boost hair strength,” says Cecily. “My curly hair loved it!” Adds Chelcey: “I felt confident wearing my hair with its natural curls. It controlled frizz without making my hair crispy or wet-looking and contains beautiful-smelling botanicals.”

With its soft scent and nourishing consistency that give the hair texture and structure without leaving a salty residue, this excellent Aussie-made texturiser creates volume and body while moisturising the hair with aloe vera. “This sea salt spray is a dream for creating that tousled, textured, sexy beach-hair look,” says Zoe.

Formulated with anti-humidity technology, this high-performing mist not only protects against frizz, but also reduces drying time, making it a game-changer for busy mornings. With a subtle fragrance and weightless finish, it helps achieve salon-worthy volume and smoothness in one easy step. “This mist delivers full, bouncy hair with a lightweight feel,” says Zoe. “I loved how it sped up my blow-dry while keeping frizz and humidity in check.”

Infused with nourishing argan oil, this innovative styling oil creates an invisible thermal barrier to protect hair from heat damage. “The perfect accomplice to achieving a poker- straight, sleek look, this argan oil-infused product protects hair when using heat styling tools, while ensuring frizz stays far away,” says Zoe. “This effectively smooths the hair and, as an oil, makes for easy distribution and better coverage for heat protection,” adds Chelcey.

Don’t be fooled by the lightweight texture of this mousse. Work through damp hair, blow-dry in and enjoy the body, bounce and volume it delivers. It’s all down to a thoughtful formula with hydrolysed rice protein for volume, vitamins and amino acids along with ginseng root extract and Kakadu plum. It nourishes the scalp, leaves hair feeling strong and delivers serious oomph to limp locks. “This foam really transforms fine or limp hair into a full, bouncy mane, without any stiffness,” says Zoe.

This travel-sized styling stick works wonders on frizz and flyaways, and also provides definition and texture. Perfect for on the road, it’s your go-to smoothing wax for rebellious strands, creating sleek and smooth hairstyles. “A great texture-defining and smoothing wax that doesn’t leave hair feeling greasy,” says Cecily. “I love how compact this product is, too – chuck it in your handbag and never get caught out with less than polished hair.”

This accessible five-piece scalp care collection has everything required to keep your scalp feeling clean and healthy. It contains an overnight serum, micellar cleansing oil, exfoliating scrub and a massaging scalp brush, all packed within a chic faux-leather travel case. “This beautifully presented spa pack offers a complete scalp rejuvenation regimen, allowing you to enjoy a professional-quality treatment at home,” says Zoe. “Ceramides, olive oil and amino acids help support a healthy scalp and improve hair growth.”

Soothing and hydrating ingredients are the heroes of this hair- and scalp-nourishing dry shampoo, which freshens without leaving a residue. Enriched with ceramides to protect the scalp and repair hair damage, it strengthens the hair fibre and reinforces the cuticle, ensuring softer, healthier strands. Meanwhile, colloidal oatmeal delivers soothing relief to sensitive scalps.

This 2-in-1 formula is designed to soothe dry, itchy or sensitive scalps while gently cleansing and hydrating. Powered by 2% colloidal oatmeal to calm irritation and urea to reduce flaking, it promotes scalp health without causing further sensitivity. “The reason I like this product is that it uses colloidal oatmeal – which is evidence based, can soothe an irritated scalp and is an antioxidant,” says Chelcey.

This pre-cleansing treatment is designed to remove product build-up, oil and dirt, leaving your scalp feeling refreshed and ready for a good scrub. “This is a great scalp refresher for hair that’s experiencing product build-up, oil or dirt,” says Zoe. “It gently prepares your hair so that your shampoo can do its best work.”

This gentle, pH-balanced shampoo is enriched with paeonia lactiflora pall – a type of peony flower known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. It provides lasting comfort while leaving hair soft, bouncy and beautifully moisturised. “It’s perfect for sensitive scalps, and the relaxing floral fragrance adds a nice touch,” says Cecily.

Soft and lightweight enough to use daily, this affordable conditioner, formulated for dry and sensitive scalps, gently treats hair from root to tip. It’s free of soap, colour and fragrance and provides hydration to the scalp and a soft, glossy finish to the hair. “It’s hard to find sensitive conditioners,” says Chelcey. “Many of my patients have sensitive scalps and scalp conditions that require fragrance-free, gentle products that work. This ticks all the boxes.”

This lightweight mask with its fine scrub texture exfoliates, removes build-up and rebalances your scalp’s microbiome to reduce dryness, itchiness and dandruff. Infused with sapote oil, coconut oil and maca root extract, it deeply nourishes while promoting healthier, thicker hair – all in under 10 minutes. “This nourishing mask is a delight to use,” says Cecily. “The texture of this scrub is effective and the watermelon, pomegranate and mint fragrance is very uplifting.”

Exfoliating scalp treatments are not always easy to apply, especially if you have lots of hair, so we commend this one for the innovative built-in bristles that help to massage the product into the scalp, along with an impressive list of skincare ingredients. “With a blend of AHA, BHA, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and witch hazel, this exfoliating scalp rinse effortlessly removes build-up of everything from silicones and waxy hair products to dead skin cells, ensuring a soothed and itch-free scalp,” says Zoe.

Our scalp is skin, too, and it deserves to be looked after. This rebalancing serum delivers weightless hydration, restores scalp balance, reduces oiliness and helps eliminate flakes, while biotin strengthens hair follicles, improves elasticity and supports thicker, more beautiful hair. “Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp and this is a great all-rounder,” says Cecily.

Lice are not nice… but sometimes unavoidable, especially if you have children. This is a water-based treatment for head lice and that makes it very easy to wash out. It kills lice and their eggs in 15 minutes, protects for up to three days and helps prevent reinfestation. It comes complete with a robust metal lice comb, is formulated for sensitive skin, and while the fumes from some lice treatments make your eyes water, this one has a very pleasant, gentle scent.

This smart dry shampoo contains rosemary oil, saw palmetto and nettle leaf to boost hair growth and strength in addition to absorbing oil and nourishing. “This is a great multitasking product,” says Chelcey. “It’s a dry shampoo that volumises, and by incorporating rosemary, which has evidence to help thinning hair, it helps both superficially and with long-term hair growth. As a hair loss-fighting ingredient, rosemary needs to be applied every day, so this is one convenient way to make it part of your routine.”

Packed with certified organic oils, eucalyptus stem cells, oligopeptides, caffeine and amino acids, this spray nourishes roots to promote thicker, fuller hair. Its innovative formula accelerates growth and strengthens strands, making it ideal for thinning hair. “This spray is easy to use and packed with effective ingredients that target hair growth at the roots –definitely a standout,” says Cecily.

This lightweight spray thickens fine hair, protects against heat and reduces breakage. Infused with biotin for strength and hyaluronic acid for hydration, it instantly creates the look of fuller, healthier hair. “This is a great treatment that immediately gives the hair body,” says Chelcey. “John Frieda has gone bold with its claims – but does live up to them! I saw more volume in my hair after one use. I love that it contains caffeine (which has evidence to help thinning hair) and can serve as a heat protectant. This is a great all-rounder product.”

This lightweight serum promotes thicker, denser and fuller-looking hair by supporting scalp health with advanced peptide technologies and plant-based extracts. “This serum contains two ingredients with evidence in supporting thinning hair – Redensyl and caffeine,” says Chelcey. “The silky texture makes it a pleasure to use daily.”

This leave-in treatment moisturises and repairs hair, leaving it smooth, sleek and frizz free. Infused with botanical proteins, it strengthens and nourishes strands while its lightweight formula works perfectly for all hair types. “I love how compact this is – perfect for travel – and just a small amount delivers big results,” says Cecily. “A little goes a long way.”

This lightweight, non-greasy overnight treatment promotes hair growth and thicker, healthier strands. Powered by peptides, it fortifies hair follicles, boosts scalp health and stimulates collagen production to strengthen roots and prevent hair loss. “A great overnight treatment that works while you sleep,” says Cecily. “Peptides are known to rejuvenate hair follicles and promote growth, and this serum is effective and so easy to incorporate into your haircare routine.”

With conditioning agents for easy detangling, vegan lactic acid to smooth and seal the cuticle and naturally derived polymers to coat each strand and protect from damage, this leave-in treatment is ideal for thinning hair types. “Designed to be used as part of the Invati Ultra Advanced 4-step system, this treatment contains ginseng and turmeric to invigorate the scalp, while rice protein boosts strand thickness,” says Zoe. “Expect less hair fall and reduced frizz… all with a beautiful scent.”

This leave-on spray works wonders in just 90 seconds, repairing damage and leaving hair visibly smoother, shinier and stronger. Infused with alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA) to rebuild inner strength and omega-9 to restore the outer barrier, it delivers professional results in record time. “This repairing hair treatment is truly transformative,” says Cecily. “It detangles, strengthens and delivers incredible shine that lasts.”

The pigment in this copper-hued shampoo has serious ‘wow’ factor, making it ideal for topping up colour in between salon appointments and giving that just-coloured glossy shine. “I love how this delivers refined colour that washes out easily,” says Sue. “Just make sure you wear gloves to apply it, because it may stain your hands.” Zoe adds: “I was astounded at the intense, glorious colour I achieved with just one shampoo of the flaming copper tone. It also left my hair feeling wonderfully soft.”

This highly nourishing and reparative shampoo cleanses while re-linking broken bonds in the hair, resulting in improved strength and manageability. “Containing Olaplex’s signature patented ingredient that repairs bonds broken through chemical procedures, heat and brushing, this shampoo results in a stronger, healthier hair fibre that you’ll see and feel instantly,” says Zoe.

This moisturising and reparative conditioner protects and repairs damaged hair, split ends and frizz by re-linking broken bonds. It leaves hair easier to manage, shinier and healthier with each use. “This conditioner, when used alongside its shampoo partner, forms a dynamic duo for hair repair,” says Zoe. “The bond-building formula protects and strengthens your strands.”

Transform your hair in just 10 seconds with this lightweight in-shower rinse. Powered by vegan lactic acid and lamellar liquid crystal technology to lock lipids into the hair, it resurfaces the cuticle, builds bonds and doubles the hair’s shine and smoothness.

“This is what you call a speedy treatment!” says Cecily. “It delivers excellent results with nourishing ingredients including emollient-rich certified organic oils. It left my hair feeling amazing – strong and glossy."

This uber-nourishing, speedy conditioning treatment transforms hair into unbelievable levels of softness thanks to ingredients like sea kelp extract, proteins and lightweight hydrators. “So great for those of us who are time-poor, this offers an intense conditioning treatment without having to wait around in the shower,” says Zoe. Sixty seconds is all you need for extra soft, silky strands.

Stronger hair in one go? Yes, please! This bond-building masque works wonders, leaving your hair noticeably stronger after just one use. Packed with K-PAK keratin, protective lipids and 18 essential amino acids, it deeply hydrates and smooths. “This is a terrific rescue product for hair damaged as a result of chemical treatments,” says Cecily. “It’s a deeply moisturising, repairing treatment that works in as little as two minutes.”

Soft. Silky. Gorgeous. Just three ways we could describe this quality, cream, 25-momme, 100 per cent mulberry silk pillowcase that reduces static to your hair ensuring it doesn’t pull or tangle. “I always sleep on a silk pillowcase and my skin and hair are so much better for it,” says Cecily. “This one is so durable, beautiful to lie on and feels cool on the skin.” Adds Chelcey: “This is a beautiful, smoothing pillowcase – no frizz or ‘bed hair’ in the morning. The pillowcase is generously sized and could even fit my special neck contour pillow!”

The unique shape of this pillow not only allows you to sleep without putting too much pressure on your face – protecting eyelashes, minimising lines, wrinkles and puffiness – but it also has an uber-silky cover to keep your hair smooth while you sleep. “This is very comfortable to sleep on, as it’s so soft and does a good job at minimising morning ‘bed head’,” says Cecily. “You can even personalise the pillow height by removing the stuffing, for a perfect night’s sleep every time.”

Bliss. That’s one way to describe this scalp massager, which not only has perfectly malleable silicone nodules to lather shampoo or distribute conditioner, but it also feels heavenly on the head, wet or dry. “I use this every time I wash my hair because it feels amazing,” says Cecily. “If you want to turn shower time into a self-care moment, this is a simple way to do it.”

If luxury was a brush, it would look like this, with its extended gold ‘needles’ that sweep from your scalp, down your strands to deliver the perfect sensory, de-stressing head massage. “There is evidence for daily scalp massage in helping hair growth via increased blood flow, and I would happily use this brush daily,” says Chelcey. Daily brushing helps to boost blood circulation, and these bristles glide over reflexology points to stimulate cranial acupressure. “This is a beautiful, 10/10 brush that looks luxe and feels amazing,” adds Cecily.

With its extended bristles for easy detangling that reduce stress to hair and scalp during blow-drying and styling, this professional paddle brush is beautiful to use, with a generous-sized paddle that makes light work of brushing. “This is a classic paddle brush with firm bristles that give your scalp an invigorating massage,” says Zoe.  

This hairbrush is the slick-hairstyle brush of dreams – it looks like premium quality, doesn’t snag in the hair and feels incredible on the scalp. Nylon bristles help to smooth the hair and distribute natural oils, and it’s also comfortable to hold. It also helps to create pristine styles, from the perfect slick ponytail to a professional-quality blow-dry and finish. “This is a high-end, absolutely beautiful brush from Cloud Nine,” says Sue.

The perfect brush for the whole family, this dual-bristled wonder has both flexible and synthetic boar bristles that glide through tangles. “Wet or dry, thick, fine or unmanageable, curly or straight, this detangling brush has you sorted,” adds Zoe. “My whole family loved using this brush,” adds Chelcey. “It effortlessly detangles while giving the scalp a massage when pressure is applied. It follows the contour of the scalp and feels great. It is also easy to clean.”

Hair goes in, curls come out! This innovative curling tool delivers three different curl types from beachy waves to medium and tighter curls. The temperature control allows you to style at the correct heat for your hair type, and you can change the direction of the curl to left, right or alternating. “I love the innovation of this tool, which creates curls in seconds, for styles that last,” says Cecily. “Once you read the instructions, this curling tool couldn’t be simpler,” adds Zoe. “Just thread strands through the curling chamber to create perfect curls in whichever direction you choose.”

This is an excellent-quality, beautifully designed straightening tool, with adjustable temperature settings and plates that maintain a constant temperature for optimum results. “Heating up in just 17 seconds, this styler offers professional-grade titanium and ceramic plates to seal the hair cuticle for a glossy, frizz-free finish,” says Zoe. “Also love the automatic shut-off mechanism if left unattended, for peace of mind.”

We love the sleek design of this styling iron, the ceramic plates that smooth and straighten, the rounded barrel for bouncy curls and the level of technology integrated within. It styles quickly and easily to leave hair looking incredibly glossy and polished. “This cutting-edge styler has motion-responsive technology that adapts to your styling movements for heat- monitoring accuracy,” says Zoe. “That equals ultra-fast, snag-free styling, superior heat protection, less frizz and more shine.”

This heated round brush for use on dry hair, smooths, tames frizz and styles hair with minimal heat. Unlike a blow-dry brush, it uses a direct infrared light beam instead of air to set styles, gliding through the strands to create curl, shape and volume. “This is a safe and easy-to-use styling tool for a great price point,” says Sue. “Love the temperature control to help you style with minimal heat damage.”

Bold volume, bouncy curls and a professional-looking blow-out are all in a moment’s work for this exceptional two-in-one blow-dry brush that takes at-home styling to the next level. Its barrel plate and snag-free bristles enable simultaneous drying and styling as air pressure is converted to heat, for low-temperature, high-end professional results. “This tool took my fine hair from wet to a voluminous, bouncy mane in next to no time. Amazing!” says Zoe.   

We love the compact design of this light, multitasking blow-drying tool, making it perfect for travel. It comes with six interchangeable attachments to help achieve styles from voluminous blow-outs, waves and curls to volume and lift. “I took this on holidays and, although it’s small and light, it dries and styles in no time,” says Cecily. “Love the air wrap attachments that delivered instant bounce, and the brushes and nozzles that help create a variety of styles.”

Light to hold, quiet and with a very mighty motor, this intelligent hairdryer will blow you away with its capabilities. It regulates the heat to reduce damage, boosts shine and has three heat and airflow settings that make hairstyling a breeze. It has a self-clean mode for better performance and two magnetic head attachments. “This is an amazing tool with great airflow that makes blow-drying hair fast and easy – it’s incredibly good,” says Sue.

This is a rich, hydrating mask that improves shine and manageability while gently toning blonde or silver hair with nourishing and strengthening ingredients including shea butter, licorice extracts, buriti fruit and sweet almond oils. The pigment is soft, which means it tones effectively without leaving pale strands blue-tinged. “This is a deeply nourishing mask that really amps up hair hydration,” says Sue.

This multi-solution, lightweight, leave-in spray treatment for blonde and grey hair is an overachiever. It tones away brassiness, detangles, removes frizz, preps for heat styling, provides heat protection and protects from environmental exposure – simply spritz and go! “I tested this on white hair that needed toning and was impressed by how it immediately brightened and reduced yellow tones, even when applied on dry hair,” says Cecily.  

The rich consistency of this conditioner moisturises every strand, with a formula that effectively tones yellow out of lightened and silver hair colours. Bursting with Australian botanical extracts, it nourishes, brightens and boosts shines. “Not only is this an excellent conditioner for white and silver hair, it also has a twist-top dispenser which makes it so easy to use,” says Sue. “This worked really well with its partner shampoo,” adds Chelcey. “It conditioned and smoothed the hair nicely with an excellent bottle that enabled control.”

This multitasking purple shampoo neutralises brassy yellow tones while nourishing the scalp for shinier, healthier hair. It works from the first wash to rebalance and calm irritated or oily scalps while delivering brighter, salon-fresh blonde, bronde or grey tones. “This toning shampoo does it all,” says Cecily. “It not only keeps brassiness at bay, but also soothes and nourishes the scalp.”

Designed to enhance vibrancy and neutralise brassiness, this shampoo is infused with nourishing ingredients to tone hair while gently cleansing and protecting against environmental damage. “This toned the hair well, left it feeling good and worked especially well with its conditioning partner,” says Chelcey. “I loved the bottles – they always stayed clean, unlike many other brands, which get messy around the top. A thoughtful and functional design.”

This shampoo with crushed violet pigment packs a serious punch when it comes to eliminating brassiness and yellow tones. Bold crushed violet pigments absorb UV light to emit a white-blue glow, ensuring light hair looks immediately brighter. “This is a strong toner that is effective even when you have let brassiness in your hair get a little out of control,” says Chelcey.  

An effective toning shampoo for under $20? Yes, please! This affordable, Australian-made formula contains hydrating hyaluronic acid, nourishing aloe vera and brass-neutralising violet pigments. It enhances blonde and highlighted hair, leaving it soft, luminous and refreshed after every wash, promoting healthy hair and scalp without stripping natural oils.

Hair feeling a bit wiry? Silver strands need a hydrating glow-up? This rich pre-shampoo treatment packed with nutrient-rich oils has you covered. Full of nourishing ingredients, including coconut, olive and camellia oils and rosemary leaf extract, this softening treatment turns back time on dry, dull strands to strengthen and hydrate. “I love an oil treatment because it leaves hair so soft,” says Cecily. “If you’re struggling with changing texture, dry or dull hair, this treatment will leave it looking bouncy and vibrant.”