The 17 Best Hair Masks 2023

1

Best for Fine Hair

Klorane Nourishing 2-in-1 Mask with Mango

1

Best for Fine Hair

Klorane Nourishing 2-in-1 Mask with Mango

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Two is better than one, and this nourishing mask is made with cold-pressed mango butter to leave your hair soft and hydrated both right away and over time. It's also safe for everyone with color-treated hair and even gentle to use on someone as young as three years old.

2

Best to Tackle Intense Damage

shu uemura Ultimate Reset Treatment Mask

2

Best to Tackle Intense Damage

shu uemura Ultimate Reset Treatment Mask

This mask serves as the ultimate reset for extremely damaged and dry hair. Its powerhouse ingredient is Japanese-sourced rice extract, which aims to nourish and restore.

3

Best for Chemically Treated Hair

Briogeo Don't Despair Repair Deep Conditioning Mask

3

Best for Chemically Treated Hair

Briogeo Don't Despair Repair Deep Conditioning Mask

If you have dry or damaged hair (or need a little extra love for your chemically treated hair), the B vitamins in this mask are just what you need. They help to nourish, while ingredients like rose hip oil hydrate and control frizz.

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4

Best to Travel With

LAPCOS Hair Mask

4

Best to Travel With

LAPCOS Hair Mask

Rubenstein cannot stress how important masks are to the overall look of your hair. "Your hair will thank you. Hairstyles and color look so much better on healthy hair," she says. This K-Beauty favorite is perfect to pack for any trip. The star ingredient, camellia oil, is packed with omega-9 fatty acids, which help to seal in moisture for super-healthy hair.

5

Best for Dull-Looking Hair

Oribe Gold Lust Transformative Hair Mask

5

Best for Dull-Looking Hair

Oribe Gold Lust Transformative Hair Mask

If your hair is noticeably lacking shine, this might be the pick for you. It features the Bio-Restorative Complex, which includes biotin, plant collagen, caffeine, and niacinamide to strengthen hair and bring back its shine.

6

Best for Keratin-Treated Hair

OUAI Treatment Mask for Fine and Medium Hair

6

Best for Keratin-Treated Hair

OUAI Treatment Mask for Fine and Medium Hair

If you've ever been worried about a hair mask weighing down your hair, this pick from OUAI will make sure you get the benefits of a deep treatment without the heavy product. It's also safe to use for chemically processed and keratin-treated hair.

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7

Best for Bleached Hair

K18 Leave-In molecular repair hair mask

7

Best for Bleached Hair

K18 Leave-In molecular repair hair mask

Four minutes is all it takes for this mask to "clinically reverse" damage. One thing about this mask is that it's also a leave-in, so don't worry about rinsing it out after application.

8

Best for Weekly Use

Crown Affair The Renewal Mask

8

Best for Weekly Use

Crown Affair The Renewal Mask

Tsubaki seed oil and yuzu fruit extract are two standout ingredients in this mask that won't weigh your hair down. They help to moisturize and maintain the elasticity of your hair.

9

Amazing Scent

Shaeri Intense Care Mask

9

Amazing Scent

Shaeri Intense Care Mask

This hair mask is amazing for curly and coils. The prickly pear oil smells phenomenal, and this mask has great slip for light detangling in the shower.

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10

Best for Thick Hair

Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask

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Best for Thick Hair

Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask

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Gibson explains that you won't get extra benefits from leaving a mask on for longer than it is intended for. "Thirty minutes is a benchmark for conditioners," she says. "Most conditioners don’t provide any more added value after that time frame, but depending on the manufacturer's instructions and ingredients, timing should be followed as advised." Five to seven minutes is all you need to get the benefits of this mask. If you need a little extra boost, you can also include a few drops of Moroccanoil Treatment to the mix.

11

Best for Brittle Hair

Olaplex No. 8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask

11

Best for Brittle Hair

Olaplex No. 8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask

If you've got fried, limp hair, a little Olaplex goes a long way when it comes to restoring and repairing. This mask, great for all hair types, works to strengthen fragile bonds to smooth, moisturize, and add body.

12

Best to Fight Frizz

Sol de Janiero Triple Brazilian Butter Hair Repair Treatment

12

Best to Fight Frizz

Sol de Janiero Triple Brazilian Butter Hair Repair Treatment

Now 56% Off

Gibson notes that your hair's needs are always changing. "Knowing the state of your hair is key when choosing a hair mask or deep conditioner," she says. So if your hair is in need of major hydration, then the Brazilian butters like cupuaçu, murumuru, and tucumã that are front and center in this treatment might be what you need. They offer intense hydration and resistance to future breakage.

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13

Best for Curly Hair

Shaz & Kiks Back to Your Roots Prewash

13

Best for Curly Hair

Shaz & Kiks Back to Your Roots Prewash

Healthy hair starts at the roots. This scalp and hair prewash mask features nutrient-rich Indian oils, herbs, and flowers to give your hair a boost of vitamins and antioxidants.

14

Best for Very Dry Hair

amika Soulfood Nourishing Hair Mask

14

Best for Very Dry Hair

amika Soulfood Nourishing Hair Mask

Overly dry hair 1) doesn't feel great and 2) can cause other issues like breakage. Ingredients like jojoba seed oil contain antioxidants, while sea buckthorn is packed with omega-7 to really level up your hair's moisture.

15

Expert Favorite

Monat Replenish Masque

15

Expert Favorite

Monat Replenish Masque

Rubenstein uses masks quite often in her hair care routine, and this is one of her favorites. "This can be used with much more frequency than a traditional mask," she says. "You can use it once or twice a week for improved follicle strength and to reduce thinning. The results are pretty amazing."

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16

Best for Softening Hair

Act+Acre Restorative Hair Mask

16

Best for Softening Hair

Act+Acre Restorative Hair Mask

Act+Acre is known for its amazing scalp-protecting products, but this restorative mask is everything your hair needs to get a super-silky feel without silicones. Plus, it works well with both thin and thick hair types.

17

Best for Processed Hair

Davines Hair Mask

17

Best for Processed Hair

Davines Hair Mask

If you have chemically treated, colored, or relaxed hair, then you know firsthand what goes into maintaining your hair's health. This mask is enriched with vitamin E to hydrate and soften hair. It's also great for helping with detangling!

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