Luxury Hair Care Worth the Money: 6 Splurges for Healthier Hair

Some hair products are worth splurging on, because a little lasts a long time or because there’s nothing quite like them at the drugstore. These six are our picks for luxury hair care that earns its price. They’re all on Amazon, and we explain who each one suits so you don’t pay for something your hair doesn’t need.

Quick list

Product	Best for	Price range
Olaplex No. 3PLUS Hair Repair Pre-Shampoo Treatment	Bleached, colored or damaged hair	Mid-range (3.3 oz)	Buy on Amazon
Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil	Shine, frizz and heat protection	Mid-range (1 oz)	Buy on Amazon
Moroccanoil Treatment	Frizzy or dry hair	Splurge (3.4 oz)	Buy on Amazon
Kérastase Elixir Ultime L’Huile Originale Hair Oil	Dull, dry lengths	Splurge (2.5 oz, refillable)	Buy on Amazon
Living Proof Perfect hair Day Dry Shampoo	Stretching time between washes	Mid-range (5.5 oz)	Buy on Amazon
Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler Complete Long	Daily styling, curls and waves	Splurge	Buy on Amazon

Treatments and oils

1. Olaplex No. 3PLUS Hair Repair Pre-Shampoo Treatment

Best for: Bleached, colored or damaged hair · Price range: Mid-range (3.3 oz) A weekly treatment you apply to damp hair before shampooing. It uses Olaplex’s patented bond-building technology, and it’s still the treatment hairdressers recommend most for bleached hair. Looking for something cheaper? We compared it with a budget option in Olaplex vs L’Oréal Bond Repair.

Keep in mind: It needs at least 10 minutes on damp hair before you shampoo, and no bond treatment fixes split ends; only a trim does.

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2. Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil

Best for: Shine, frizz and heat protection · Price range: Mid-range (1 oz) A very concentrated styling oil. Two or three drops on damp or dry hair add shine and smooth frizz, and Olaplex says it protects against heat up to 450°F. One small bottle lasts a long time, which makes the price easier to justify. It pairs well with No. 3PLUS.

Keep in mind: It’s a tiny bottle for the price, and more than a drop or two can make fine hair look greasy.

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3. Moroccanoil Treatment

Best for: Frizzy or dry hair · Price range: Splurge (3.4 oz) The argan oil treatment that started the hair-oil trend. Use it on damp hair before blow-drying, or a tiny amount on dry ends for shine. Its warm signature scent is a big part of the appeal. If you want to try it first, there’s a smaller 50 ml bottle.

Keep in mind: It has a strong signature scent, and its silicones can build up on fine hair if you use too much.

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4. Kérastase Elixir Ultime L’Huile Originale Hair Oil

Best for: Dull, dry lengths · Price range: Splurge (2.5 oz, refillable) A salon-favorite oil with argan, camellia and marula oils. One or two pumps on damp or dry lengths add softness and shine, and it also helps protect against heat. The bottle is refillable, so you can buy cheaper refills later instead of a whole new bottle.

Keep in mind: It’s expensive, and fine or oily hair only needs a drop or two or it can look flat.

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Styling

5. Living Proof Perfect hair Day Dry Shampoo

Best for: Stretching time between washes · Price range: Mid-range (5.5 oz) Many people say this is the dry shampoo that converted them. It absorbs oil, sweat and odor, and Living Proof’s patented molecule helps the powder brush out instead of building up. It’s silicone-free and paraben-free, and it comes in a few sizes, including a travel can.

Keep in mind: It’s pricey for a dry shampoo and can leave a slight white cast on dark hair if you don’t brush it through.

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6. Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler Complete Long

Best for: Daily styling, curls and waves · Price range: Splurge The ultimate hair splurge. The Airwrap dries, curls and smooths using airflow instead of extreme heat, and the Complete Long set comes with barrels, brushes and a case. It’s only worth it if you’ll use it most days. If you’re on the fence, read is the Dyson Airwrap worth it? first.

Keep in mind: It’s very expensive, there’s a learning curve, and curls may not last as long on very fine or straight hair.

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How to make luxury hair care last

• Use less than you think. Most luxury oils need only a few drops.
• Focus on mid-lengths and ends, not the scalp.
• Buy the bigger size once you know you love something. It’s usually cheaper per ounce.
• Watch for deals. Hair tools and treatments often go on sale around Black Friday.

Dealing with thinning rather than damage? See our guide to hair regrowth treatments that actually work.

FAQ

Is Olaplex worth the money?

For bleached, colored or damaged hair, many hairdressers think so. For healthy, untreated hair, you probably don’t need it.

Which is better, Moroccanoil or Kérastase Elixir Ultime?

Both are excellent hair oils. Moroccanoil is known for its argan oil and signature scent. Kérastase has a blend of oils and a refillable bottle. Pick the scent and price you prefer.

Can I use a hair oil every day?

Yes, in small amounts on the ends. If your hair starts to look greasy, use less or skip a day.

Is dry shampoo bad for your hair?

Used now and then, it’s fine. Don’t let it build up for days, and wash your scalp regularly.

Price ranges are a rough guide. Check the current price on Amazon. This article is general information, not professional advice. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.