Instyler Rotating Iron- Wet 2 Dry
available at Target
The Instyler has made its fame in the beauty market for being a unique and effective tool for both hair curling and straightening. There are multiple heat settings, with the highest being 410 F. And with the instant heat setting you only have to wait a couple of minutes for it to be hot ‘n ready. The best feature on this gadget is that it can be used on wet hair, so just plug it in before you shower and when you hop out put on your favorite heat protectant and go straight to styling for big, shiny hair.
Aquis Essentials Microfiber Hair Turban
available on Shop.NaturallyCurly.com
We all know that air drying is the optimal way to dry natural hair, but some ladies with children and a busy job just don’t have time for that. Investing in a soft microfiber turban will help your hair dry faster and it will allow you to get dressed without your dripping wet hair wetting your clothes. The ultra-soft material helps prevent split ends while absorbing excess water and product. Not into turbans? You can use it as a regular microfiber towel to scrunch your hair after styling.
Studio Dry Hair Drying Gloves
available on Shop.NaturallyCurly.com
Don’t let the pink fuzz fool you, although these gloves look eccentric they get the job done. These gloves are made of a super soft plush fabric that is excellent for absorbing excess water and excess product without over drying your hair. To see optimal results, smooth on your styling product with your bare hands and then scrunch with these gloves. You will find that these gloves come in “handy” when you’re in a rush to get your hair dry for an event while delivering definition.
As Seen on TV Twist N Clip
available at Walmart
We know what you’re thinking, “As seen on TV? Those things never work!” but we can honestly say that these clips achieve what they claim. Basically, it’s a huge bobby pin that can keep any bun, ponytail, or updo in its place all day. This clip is especially useful in making messy buns and twisted updos, and it claims to work for any hair texture and thickness. If you find yourself always experimenting with updos, this may just be your new best friend.
Jonathan Product Beauty Water Purification System
available on Folica.com
Sometimes the only thing keeping you from a good hair day is your water. Every state has different mineral content in its water, and some states have water with heavy minerals that can lead to problems with product buildup. Investing in a water purification system will allow you to take pure, pH balanced water wherever you go. Washing your hair with purified water really makes a difference and makes your hair and skin much more manageable and smoother.
Stop-A-Clog
available at Walmart
It’s all in the name, this nifty tool is meant to keep your pipes clear of all those loose hairs you lose in the shower. This tool is effective at catching loose hairs and it is a cheaper investment than the possible bill you could get for a busted water pipe. Not only that, but this tool could help you monitor your hair loss in the shower during your detangling sessions.
Secura S-192 Hair and Facial Steamer
available on thesecura.com
Steamers have been a hot topic in the natural hair community for quite some time now, and it’s not hard to see why. Steam is effective at opening your pores for a deep skin detox. Also, you can get the best results from your favorite deep conditioner with a bit of steam. The steam will open your hair cuticle and it will allow the product to deeply penetrate your shaft thus delivering more moisture. If you have low porosity hair strands then a steamer may just be your best friend, it will help you moisturize more effectively.
Hairmax Laser Hair Treatment
available at Nordstrom
This gadget is pretty neat. Basically, it’s a comb that has special lasers that can intensely stimulate your scalp to promote hair growth in thinning or balding areas. We know, we know, lasers? Don’t worry, this nifty tool is FDA approved so it hasn’t shown any signs of damage to humans. Not only that, but this tool has been used in 7 trials and it was found that 93% of both men and women saw more hair growth within a few months. So this tool is safe and effective.
As Seen On TV Air Curler
available at Walmart
This is by far one of the most eccentric tools out there. This tool is basically an attachment that fits onto any blow dryer, and you stick a strand of hair in the barrel and the wind from the blow dryer makes a “tornado” and spins your hair into a curl. This tool seems like it would work best for the ladies with fine hair.
Magic Bun Hair Twist Clip
available on amazon.com
Want the sock bun without the sock? Then this tool may just be the right replacement. Put your hair through the long, slender slot and roll your hair up and then bring the ends together and connect the little hooks to make a super easy, clean bun. The material of this gadget is similar to silicone so it has a nice grip to keep your bun in place all day.
Hot Bunz
available at Walmart
Hot buns have made their fame in the beauty market for helping to create easy sock buns without the sock. You would use this tool the same way you would use a rolled up sock. Stick your hair in the middle and roll your hair up for a nice elegant bun that’s great for when you have a bad hair day or if you are running late.
Calista Tools Blowout Detachable Brush Set
available at Nordstrom
Sometimes we just have those days where we want to rock a huge blowout. For your next blowout why not try these neat brushes. While your hair is damp roll a section of hair around one brush and hold the brush in place with a hair clip, blow dry your hair, release the brushes and voila! Big, sexy blow out at home.
Tool Science Electric Ceramic Brush Iron
available at Sally Beauty
This neat tool is a brush and heat tool in one. The brush contains metallic bristles and a metal barrel that heats up, so when you use this on your hair you can brush through it easily while also straightening out your hair. The best thing about these brushes is that you can achieve a lot of volume for a great blowout style.
Bed Head Waver Artist Deep Waver
available at Ulta
Most of the time we focus on either straight hair or curly hair, but why not give wavy hair some love? Instead of going for the pin straight look try a big, bushy wavy hairstyle. The deep middle groove will help you create big waves for great volume and body.
