Hi! I’m Rebecca, a freelance hair stylist in Manchester. While I don’t sell products in the salon, my 12 years in the industry have given me plenty of experience with haircare products. In this blog, I’ll share recommendations for the best products I’ve used and loved over the years, along with where you can find them.
I’ll provide brief descriptions of each product and direct you to trusted websites where they’re available. Prices may vary, so treat these as a guideline rather than gospel!
When it comes to recommending products, there’s often debate about whether hairdressers are being honest or just trying to hit sales targets. Truthfully, it’s probably 90% honesty and 10% commission goals! That said, I’ve got no commission goals! So here are my personal favourites:
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Unite Products
Unite is an American brand favoured by celebrity stylists. Founded by Dale from St Albans, it’s known for its premium quality and reliable performance.
1. 7 Seconds Range
The 7 Seconds range is perfect for all hair types, offering UV protection and lightweight moisture.
- Shampoo: Keeps hair soft, shiny, and manageable. UNITE – 7Seconds™ Shampoo – Unite Hair UK
- Conditioner: A moisture-enriched conditioner adding shine and making your hair easier to comb through UNITE – 7Seconds™ Conditioner 236ml – Unite Hair UK
- Heat Protector Spray: Doubles as a leave-in conditioner and detangler.UNITE – 7Seconds™ Detangler 236ml – Unite Hair UK
- Blow Out Cream: Smooths the hair for a sleek finish. UNITE – 7Seconds™ BlowOut Crème – Unite Hair UK
- Glossing Spray: Adds a lightweight, luminous shine. UNITE – 7Seconds™ Glossing Hair Spray – Unite Hair UK
2. Lazer Straight Range
This range is ideal for frizz-prone hair, with coconut oil and pro-vitamin B to smooth and soften.
- Shampoo: Gentle enough for daily use, with a vanilla bean scent. UNITE – LAZER Straight™ Shampoo – Unite Hair UK
- Conditioner: Tames frizzy hair and controls flyaways. UNITE – LAZER Straight™ Conditioner – Unite Hair UK
- Relaxing Fluid: Adds shine, reduces frizz, and aids in blow-drying. UNITE – LAZER Straight™ Relaxing Fluid – Unite Hair UK
3. Boing Range (Curly Hair)
Designed for curls, this range protects and enhances natural texture without weighing it down.
- Shampoo: Lightweight, hydrating, and enriched with coconut oil and plant-based vitamins. UNITE – BOING™ Curl Shampoo – Unite Hair UK
- Conditioner: Just like the shampoo packed with oil and plant-based vitamins meaning your curls are being tamed and adding moisture. UNITE – BOING™ Curl Conditioner – Unite Hair UK
- Moisture Curl Cream: Adds hydration for dry curls without stiffness. UNITE – BOING™ Moisture Curl Cream – Unite Hair UK
- Defining Curl Cream: Provides definition and hold for more structured curls .UNITE – BOING™ Defining Curl Cream – Unite Hair UK
Both creams include UV and thermal protection and have a fresh pear scent. The Boing Range shampoo and conditioners have the same packaging as the styling products so don’t be too confused by the bottles all looking the same!
4. Boosta Range (Volume)
Perfect for finer hair, this range adds weightless volume and body.
- Shampoo: Removes build-up while boosting volume. UNITE – BOOSTA™ Volumizing Shampoo – Unite Hair UK
- Conditioner: Lightweight hydration without weighing down the hair. UNITE – BOOSTA™ Volumizing Conditioner – Unite Hair UK
- Volume Spray: Applied to damp hair for added lift and hold. UNITE – BOOSTA™ Volumizing Spray – Unite Hair UK
5. Texturiza Spray
This dry spray adds texture and movement to dry hair. It’s easily brushed out the next day if you want to skip washing your hair. UNITE – TEXTURIZA™ Dry Finish Texturizer Hair Spray – Unite Hair UK
6. U Oil
Unite’s argan oil works wonders for thick, frizzy, or coarse hair, adding shine and reducing frizz. Use sparingly (a 10p-sized amount) for even application. On wet hair, it also shortens drying time. UNITE – U Oil™ Argan Hair Oil – Unite Hair UK
Where to buy Unite products:
Wella Products
Wella is a versatile brand offering a range of products to suit all budgets.
Budget-Friendly Options
- Elements Shampoo: A renewing, sulphate- and silicone-free range for all hair types. Hydrating and gentle enough for daily use. Wella Professionals Care Elements Renewing Shampoo 250ml | LOOKFANTASTIC
- Elements Conditioner: This is a lightweight conditioner that helps smooth the hair. Wella Professionals Care Elements Lightweight Renewing Conditioner 200ml | LOOKFANTASTIC
- Fusion Shampoo: Great for adding shine and smoothing hair, this range is ideal for slightly damaged hair needing hydration. If you have finer hair, you might find this a little heavy. Wella Professionals Care Fusion Intense Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair 250ml | LOOKFANTASTIC
- Fusion Conditioner: Great for protecting the hair and repairing damaged hair. Wella Professionals Care Fusion Intense Repair Conditioner for Damaged Hair 200ml | LOOKFANTASTIC
- Colour Motion Shampoo: Perfect for coloured hair, this helps maintain vibrancy and reduce fading. Wella Professionals Care Color Motion+ Color Protection Shampoo 250ml | LOOKFANTASTIC
- Colour Motion Conditioner: This rich conditioner works a little bit like a treatment and helps protect coloured hair. Wella Professionals Care ColorMotion+ Moisturising Colour Reflection and Protection Conditioner 200ml | LOOKFANTASTIC
- Wella Oil Reflections: A softer oil for smoothing flyaways and adding shine, suitable for wet or dry hair. Start with one pump to avoid greasiness. Wella Professionals Care Oil Reflections Luminous Smoothing Oil 100ml | LOOKFANTASTIC
Where to buy:
These ranges are available at www.lookfantastic.com
Premium Options: System Professional
- Hydrate Shampoo: Lightweight yet moisturising, this range adds hydration without weighing hair down—ideal for those who need moisture but love volume. System Professional Hydrate H1 Shampoo 250ml – allbeauty
- Hydrate Conditioner: Lightweight conditioner that can be used daily, perfect for detangling hair. System Professional Hydrate Conditioner 200ml – Justmylook
- Colour Save Shampoo: Helps maintain colour and keratin structure while adding shine. System Professional Color Save C1 Shampoo 250ml – allbeauty
- Colour Save Conditioner: Provides a smooth feel and protects the colour from shifting. System Professional Color Save C2 Conditioner 200ml – allbeauty
- Smoothen Shampoo: Perfect for unruly, frizzy, or coarse hair, leaving it soft, smooth, and manageable. System Professional Smoothen S1 Shampoo 250ml – allbeauty
- Smoothen Conditioner: Perfect for combing through so if you struggle combing through your hair this is the conditioner for you. System Professional Smoothen S2 Conditioner 200ml – allbeauty
- Wella System Professional Luxe Oil: Lightweight yet nourishing, this oil is great for both fine and thick hair. It adds shine, softness, and UV protection. System Professional Fibra L4 Luxe Oil Reconstructive Elixir 30ml – allbeauty
Where to buy:
Find these products at www.allbeauty.com and www.justmylook.com
I hope this guide helps you find the perfect products for your hair type. Whether you’re looking for volume, moisture, or curl definition, there’s something here for everyone!