Leave-in conditioners are the unsung heroes of hair care. If you have trouble wrapping your head around the idea of leave-in products, think of them like skin care. After cleansing, you apply a face moisturizer to keep your skin healthy, and “your hair needs the same kind of love,” said Rogério Cavalcante, professional hairstylist and owner of The Second Floor Salon.

“The great thing about leave-in treatments is that everyone can and should be using them, no matter what your texture is,” Castillo Bataille, celebrity hairstylist and Matrix brand ambassador, said.

Still, we understand that adding products to your beauty routine might sound intimidating, so you can use this guide as your first step. Ahead, we’ll relay the basics of leave-in conditioners alongside a comprehensive list of stylist-approved products for all hair types.

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