Top Hair Products Under $7: Salon-Quality Results at Home

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Strength Builder

Infused with protein boosters, Dove Daily Moisture Daily Treatment Conditioner ($4.74, Walmart) gives in-salon softness.

Tester says: "It's light but leaves coarse hair manageable."
— Ayren Jackson-Cannady, associate beauty editor

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Smooth Move

Say farewell to frizz: Garnier Fructis Style Sleek & Shine Non-Aerosol Anti-Humidity Hairspray ($4.11, drugstores) is a moisture-blocking mist.

Tester says: "It keeps my hair sleek all day long."
— Darla Anderson, Omaha

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Curl Friend

Infused with rosemary, Sunsilk Captivating Curls De-frizz Leave-In Creme ($5, drugstore.com) changes poufy waves into smooth spirals.

Tester says: "This defines my curls without a stiff feel."
— Kiera Aaron, Brooklyn

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Brush with Greatness

Conair Gel Grips Hair Brush ($6.99, drugstores) has a cushy, comfy handle.

Tester says: "The rounded bristles give my hair mega body."
— Michele Thomas, Schwenksville, Pennsylvania

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Instant Lift

Styles stay put with Tresemme Naturals Lightweight Mousse ($4.29, drugstores), a volumizer made with avocado extract.

Tester says: "I use handfuls, yet my hair still moves."
— Anum Ganju, New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Good Glistener

Pantene Pro-V Ice Shine Shampoo ($3.99, drugstores) removes dulling gunk like some pro glossing treatments do.

Tester says: "A tiny dollop gets my hair clean and shiny."
— Jennifer Chappell, Alexandria, Virginia

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Do Detangler

Made of bamboo, the Olivia Garden Healthy Hair Wide-Toothed Comb ($4.95, oliviagarden.com) de-knots fast.

Tester says: "It's sturdy, small, and perfect for travel."
— Tara Canova, Staten Island, New York

Originally published in FITNESS magazine, April 2010.