Got Dry Hair? We Test 13 Remedies To Treat Thirsty Locks (PHOTOS)

13 Remedies To Treat Thirsty Locks
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Between reaching for the flat iron every morning to experimenting with pink dip-dyed ends to skipping out on much-needed leave-in conditioner, our hair has gone through quite a bit. And when you factor in the extreme change in seasons, dry, damaged strands are almost inevitable for many women.

In desperate need of a hair-intervention (and hydration), we sent our editors home with 13 dry hair products. Click through the slideshow below to find out if the shampoos, conditioners, oils and other remedies stood up to their claims.

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Dry Hair Remedies
Phyto 7 Daily Hydrating Botanical Cream, Phytojoba Intense Hydrating Shampoo And Phytojoba Intense Hydrating Masque(01 of07)
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"Long overdue for my twice a year highlight touch-up, I was excited to give these products a go. They were super easy to use. I accidentally squeezed out significantly more than a "pea-sized amount" as the directions suggest (more like a cherry tomato-sized amount--whoops!). But the daily cream was light enough that it blended nicely nonetheless. While my hair wasn't frizzy or static-y to begin with, it was definitely smoother, shinier and more manageable, without feeling greasy." - Erin Clements, HuffPost Celebrity news editorWhere to buy: sephora.com
Redken All Soft Argan-6 Oil(02 of07)
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"I have fine, oily hair, but I've been dyeing it for almost 10 years now and the ends can look a bit damaged. I was excited to try this one out because I'm such a fan of Redken's All Soft shampoo and conditioner. I was disappointed when the product left my hair looking heavy and greasy, rather than soft and shiny." - Rebecca Adams, Stylelist internWhere to buy: amazon.com
Davines Natural Tech Nourishing Shampoo And Conditioner(03 of07)
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"I always blow-dry and sometimes flat iron my hair. Years of blonde highlights have also left my locks parched. While the milky chartreuse color of the products freaked me out at first, I got over it. I loved that it was a simple shampoo and conditioner that I could use while in the shower. The conditioner also works as a hair mask if you allow it to sit longer. And the brand definitely stood up to its claim, as I was surprised at how soft and rich my hair felt days later." - Jessica Misener, HuffPost Style news editorWhere to buy: davines.com
Philip B White Truffle Oil Shampoo And Conditioning Creme(04 of07)
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"Last year's ombre treatment really did a number on my strands. This white truffle oil set was easy to use, but be forewarned, the shampoo is much runnier than a traditional shampoo. I'm assuming it's because of the oil content. Additionally, the product doesn't get as sudsy as a traditional shampoo. You really have to work it through the hair. As for the conditioner, it's nice and thick, and I could really concentrate it on my ends. My hair was noticeably softer without getting limp. The ends looked healthy again and overall, my hair had great shine and manageability. I'd recommend both the shampoo and conditioner to those with color and bleach damage or thick hair." - Brie Dyas, Stylelist senior editorWhere to buy: philipb.com
KeSari Indian Oil Hair Serum(05 of07)
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"I tend to be heavy-handed when it comes to hair oils -- all in hopes of drenching my severely-parched strands. But "portion controlling" dispense for the serum helped to break my bad habit. I love the sweet, spicy saffron scent, and I noticed that my curls looked less dull and felt incredibly softer. I'd definitely recommend this product for natural hair beauties who need moisture without feeling as though their curls, waves or braids are being weighed down." - Dana L. Oliver, Stylelist beauty editorWhere to buy: kesaribeauty.com
Ouidad Climate Control Shampoo, Conditioner And 12 Minute Deep Treatment(06 of07)
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"To use these products, you have to shampoo and condition your hair first, leaving the conditioner on for three minutes in the shower. Then, apply the deep conditioner to the hair and blow dry. Then, you put regular conditioner back on your hair and wash again. Also, blow-drying your hair for 12 minutes is exhausting! I actually saw a great difference in my hair when I just used the shampoo and conditioner the first day. My hair seemed less dry and frizzy. I wish that you didn't have to blow dry your hair, but I understand that the heat seals the conditioner in. It would be easier to use with shorter hair and makes the most difference when wear your hair naturally curly." - Sarah Leon, Stylelist news editorWhere to buy: ouidad.com
L'Oréal Professionnel Mythic Oil(07 of07)
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"I definitely saw a difference in the texture of my ends while using this product. I'd run a small dab through my hair to my ends and it really helped add a touch of extra moisture. My only gripe is that it didn't seem to last all day, plus I wasn't sure if it was the right oil to use on my ombre highlights." - Brooke Bobb, Stylelist fashion assistantWhere to buy: LPSalons.com

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