Hairbrush Guide: Which Brush Is Best for Your Hair Type

Jan 19, 2018

Whether you realize it or not, you might be using the wrong hairbrush for your hair type. It’s easy to reach for the first tool you see on your vanity — or get comfortable with one you’ve been loyal to for years — but using the wrong hairbrush can do damage to your hair. Xavier Velasquez from Serge Normant at John Frieda broke down the best brush to use by hair type so you can have the loveliest locks on the block.

Straight

Straight hair is all about maximizing smoothness, shine, and structure. If straight strands are damaged from heat or processing, breakage and split ends are extra noticeable thanks to the uniform nature of your mane, so use a brush that’s gentle like Harry Josh Pro Tools Premium Oval Brush ($50). “If you have straight hair, use a paddle brush,” recommends Velasquez. “A mixture of natural and synthetic bristles adds shine to dry hair but also provides a nice grip if you’re using it to blow dry.”

Wavy

Embrace your waves and use a brush that brings out the best of your bends like Ibiza Hair Extra Large EX 5 ($52). “When it comes to wavy hair, I love a round, cork-centered brush with boar bristles,” he tells us. “Using that type of brush allows you to accentuate the wave and add shine.” That said, if you’re after a sleek look, Velasquez reminds us that this type of brush also allows you to pull with tension to smooth out strands.

Curly

Avoid tugging on or disrupting the shape of your curls when you take a brush to them. “To work with curly hair, use a large, round, metal brush with synthetic, spaced-out bristles,” he says. “This allows you to glide through hair with ease in order to smooth out curls and add volume.” An aluminum-barreled brush like Creative Pro Hair Tools Lightweight Aluminum Barrel Hair Brush ($14) is lightweight but still sturdy for spirals.

Coily

Work with the natural texture of your locks with a fine tooth comb like Mason Pearson Styling Comb ($26). It’s a versatile choice to use in your routine because it’s both a detangler and a styler. “A tool like this is perfect for smoothing out the hair line and creating lift at the root,” says Velasquez. “Using the fine tooth side of the comb also works to smooth out baby hairs and any lingering frizz.”

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The 10 Best Hair Brushes To Make Your Hair Look Silky Smooth

It wasn't until recent years that I discovered the true important of a good brush, and the serious effects it has on your hair. I heard rumblings of a viral $300 brush on social media, and I remember thinking that was insane (which yes, it is). But it wasn't until I tried a cheaper alternative of the brush that I realized how amazing it made my hairlook — and how much it's worth it to actually invest in a solid brush!

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The viral brush in question? The Mason Pearson Boar Bristle Brush, and it can cost up to a whopping $325. That sounds like a lot and it definitely is, but it's because of this brush that I understood the important in investing in your hair for the long term. I can't tell you how many times I've had to buy a new brush because the one I had got too dull, or broke, or didn't help detangle or comb through my dry hair. This brush (and ones like it) are designed to last you for years, and make it so your hair stays looking healthy, and silky smooth.

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Need some tips for finding your own long-lasting, well-working hair brush? Tiffany Rose, CEO and founder of Hollywood Hair Bar, gave us a few tips on what NOT to look for in a har brush. She says that we should avoid brushes that are made of metal, hard plastic, or those with hard bristles, as they can cause damage. Using a poor-quality brush can lead to excessive force and improper usage, further harming your hair. This is extremely good to know when shopping for our hair brushes.

Lucky for you, I've found some incredible brushes in all different price ranges that will do the job of keeping your hair looking fabulous!

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Pocket Boar Bristle Brush for Fine to Normal Hair

This is a smaller version of the brush I was talking about (which is why it's $160 and not upwards of $300), and it's made up of strictly boar bristles. When you buy this brush, you're also buying into the history and prestige behind the brand. It's a brand that's over 130 years old, and Mason Pearson, himself, used to make the brushes individually by hand. So when you pay this price, you're also spending more for the name. Still, prestige aside, it's honestly a great brush that really distributes your hair's oils easily, massaging the scalp, and stimulating for hair growth, while combing through your hairs in a very thorough way. This is definitely a luxuriuos hair brushing experience!

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Boar Bristle Brush

If you're looking for a cheaper alternative to the Mason Pearson options, then this brush is perfect for you. It's made up of a blend of nylon and authentic boar bristle, so you can still have a lot of similarities between the aforementioned brush, but without the high price tag. It's only $34, so I would definitely run to grab this one if you've been looking for a cheaper alternative!

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Round Bristle Brush

I love a good round brush, because they help me when brushing my hair and when I'm blowing it dry. Honestly, any tool that's multipurpose is a serious win for me, especially when it comes to my hair! Really though, this round brush is perfect to blow dry your hair, and give it that "just done" look! At $18, you're getting a lot of bang for your buck!

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Wet Brush Detangler

A super cheap hair brush alternative is this Wet Brush Detangler that will help to comb through even the peskiest of knots in your hair for only $8. This is the type of brush I like to use on really wet and tangled hair right after the shower. It does a great job at working through your knots in a gentle way that's not too abrasive on the scalp and hair.

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Crave Detangler Brush

Another great detangled brush that's gentle enough for kids and adults! I like this one because it's made for all hair types, so you don't have to worry if you have curly, thick, thin, or straight hair! It will be gentle and detangling for all — a huge feat, for sure.

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Crown Affair Boar Bristle Brush

I've had Crown Affair's other brush for a while now, and literally take it with me everywhere! So, I know that this heavily raved about boar bristle brush will be just as fantastic as you've heard. The many amazing reviews for this brush cite that it made their hair shine and look more smooth than ever before! Sounds like a dream to me!

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Dry Bar Detangling Brush

I love Drybar, and all of their products. TBH, I frequent this brand when I'm in a pinch, and need something good, fast. This brush is no different! It's a great quality brush that has really thin bristles that really work to get in all the kinks and tangles in your hair. I'd highly recommend this one!

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Mini Hair Brush

Everyone needs a mini, pocket sized brush that will fit in your handbag. This will change the game for you! I often like to take pictures when I'm out and about, but my hair gets so knotty and less smooth as the day progresses. So, I started carrying this mini hair brush to throw inside my bags, and brush my hair when I'm on the go. I seriously think it's helped my hair health to keep it smooth and shiny during the day!

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Oribe Flat Brush

This brush is always selling out, because it's such a good find! While it's expensive, it's still cheaper than the Mason Pearson brush, and has that authentic boar bristle feel that we're looking for. It will make your hair feel luxuriously healthy, and silky smooth.

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Brush Set

This brush set is essential because it's a 3-in-1 deal! For just $16, you can get a paddle brush, travel size brush, and a comb that's great for teasing and giving your hair more volume. This is a great deal for good quality brushes!

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Taylor Swift Teased 'Reputation (Taylor’s Version)' (Again)

I am the opposite of a casual Reputation fan. Four of my five most-listened-to songs on Spotify (like, of all time) are from the 2017 album, I wore a Rep-inspired outfit to my Eras Tour show, and I am constantly analyzing (and talking about) its symbolism. I stand by the fact that this album, as misunderstood as it is, is actually the key to understanding Taylor Swift herself, which is why its rerelease is the one I've been most looking forward to. With TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), and Reddit, it feels like there's a new theory every day about when we'll get Reputation (Taylor's Version), but I'm pretty sure Taylor's been telling us the announcement date for awhile.

When is Taylor Swift releasing Reputation (Taylor's Version)?

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The cappuccino Easter egg from the "Karma" music video.

We don't have an official Reputation (Taylor's Version) release date yet, but all signs were originally pointing to an announcement on February 16, 2024. When the music video for "Karma" from Midnights came out, featuring a shot of Taylor holding a cappuccino, Swifties clocked that the blue nail (which represents 1989 (Taylor's Version)) lines up with the 8 on the clock, and the black nail lines up with the 2. Taylor ended up announcing 1989 TV on August 9 — and then announced The Tortured Poets Department(also known as TS11) at the 2024 Grammys in February!

The latest theory revolves around an August 20 announcement and September 13 drop. After Taylor was spotted in a semi-green 'fit with a Vivienne Westwood Tuesday bag, fans began wondering if it was a clue for a Tuesday album announcement. The last Tuesday show in London is Tuesday, August 20, which is also the last show until October. This would be the perfect amount of time for Taylor to have announced the album and to drop it on September 13, which is the second to last Friday the 13th of the year!

The other Friday the 13th is December 13, which is Taylor Swift's birthday. The popstar had the date front and center in her Tortured Poets Department pop-up installation. Since the date falls on a Friday, it's the perfect day to drop some new music...If you ask me, that's when we're getting Taylor Swift (Taylor's Version) — because there is literally no better combo than Taylor's birthday, Friday the 13th, and Taylor taking her name back.

Are there any other clues that Reputation (Taylor's Version) will come out next?

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Taylor Swift attends the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 07, 2024 in Beverly Hills, California.

At her first NFL appearance of 2024, for the KC Chiefs' season opener on Thursday September 5, Taylor Swift wore a denim corset and shorts set with bold, thigh-high red boots. Fans immediately made the connection between this 'fit and what Taylor wears in the "Look What You Made Me Do" music video. This is like a wink from Taylor — I don't think she's giving us direct clues about Reputation (Taylor's Version), but it feels like a reminder that the album is still on its way!

Taylor also showed up to the 81st Golden Globe Awards in an all green ensemble, which is already so Reputation-coded to begin with. However, fans noticed one teeeeeeeny tiny detail about her look that really leans into all the theories that Rep (TV) is next. If you zoom in on her rings, one of them is a snake that's wrapped around her finger. 🐍

And after Taylor Swift released a video teasing her new album(TTPD), Swifties are analyzing all the snakeskin patterns (on the curtains, the floor, and the green couch), as well as the dark visuals. While the video moves from the dark room to a bright one for TTPD, I'm convinced we'll be returning — or continuing down the hallway where you can see a dark picture frame waiting for us...

A recent Disney+ ad that paired the Eras Tour film and Disney Pixar's Cars went viral on Twitter because its tagline is "Getaway Car," one of the most beloved songs on Reputation (Taylor's Version)! No matter when the album drops, having Taylor Swift's final two re-recordings be her name and her reputation is literally so iconic and I can't wait to listen.

What Taylor Swift songs are on Reputation (Taylor's Version)?

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We know that, based on previous re-recordings, Reputation (Taylor's Version) will have the original tracklist and an unknown number of vault tracks that Taylor wrote ahead of the Reputation era. PEOPLE also confirmed we'll be able to hear Taylor Swift's "Look What You Made Me Do (Taylor's Version)" in the new docuseries for the New England Patriots! You can also hear a snippet in the trailer for Ashley Benson's Wilderness ;). Simone Biles also used "Ready For It?" in her Olympics floor routine!

Here's what you can expect on Taylor Swift's Reputation (Taylor's Version). I'm really hoping the vault tracks include "I Don't Want To Live Forever"!

"Ready For It? (Taylor's Version)"
"End Game (Taylor's Version)"
"I Did Something Bad (Taylor's Version)"
"Don't Blame Me (Taylor's Version)"
"Delicate (Taylor's Version)"
"Look What You Made Me Do (Taylor's Version)"
"So It Goes... (Taylor's Version)"
"Gorgeous (Taylor's Version)"
"Getaway Car (Taylor's Version)"
"King Of My Heart (Taylor's Version)"
"Dancing With Our Hands Tied (Taylor's Version)"
"Dress (Taylor's Version)"
"This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things (Taylor's Version)"
"Call It What You Want (Taylor's Version)"
"New Year's Day (Taylor's Version)"

What is Taylor Swift wearing to Grammys 2024?

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Taylor Swift showed up to the 2024 Grammys in a sculptural white gown from Schiaparelli Couture. I love how Taylor has hopped on the corset trend. This is my favorite neckline in recent years! Even though the dress is white instead of black or green — and ended up going along with the Tortured Poets Department (or TS 11) announcement — I think it could still be a Reputation (Taylor's Version) Easter egg.

White is, of course, the opposite of black, so I think it's a more unexpected reference to the album, with black accessories like gloves, shoes, and jewelry being a direct nod. Plus, the watch necklace pays homage to Midnights! At the 2022 VMAs, Taylor wore another Reputation-coded outfit before she announced Midnights, so it could be a pattern.

Is there gonna be a Reputation Taylor's Version?

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Taylor Swift performs at Optus Stadium on October 19, 2018 in Perth, Australia.

Yes, we're getting a Reputation (Taylor's Version)! Taylor Swift has been very vocal about the fact she's rerecording her first five albums. However, she's been less direct about the order or the release schedule, which is honestly more fun! The official Taylor Nation account added fuel to the fire when they posted a photo of Taylor rehearsing for The Eras Tour — because, like @nashs_mom on TikTok says, the pose doesn't match up with any of the songs.

While all the photos they've previously posted match up with numbers like "Enchanted" or "Illicit Affairs," the new pose seems to match up with "I Did Something Bad" (which is both the last Reputation surprise song left AND the perfect song to announce the rerecording).

What caused Taylor Swift to make Reputation?

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Cover art for Kanye West's The Life Of Pablo, which features "Famous."

The primary catalyst for Taylor Swift's Reputation era was a phone call with Kanye West and Kim Kardashian. After Taylor said Kanye did not have her permission to say he "made that b-tch famous" in "Famous," a video leak from Kim seemed to show Taylor did actually give her permission (it was later revealed the video was edited, and Taylor gave her permission to be mentioned, NOT to be called a b-tch).

"#TaylorSwiftIsOverParty" began trending on Twitter, and everyone from the media to the general public began calling her a snake. So she disappeared from the public eye for over a year, and Reputation was born. The era was moody — and full of snake imagery. Taylor says in her TIME interview that the album came from "a goth-punk moment of female rage at being gaslit by an entire social structure," and told Rolling Stone in 2019 that Reputation was a "metaphor" and her "playing a character."

How old was Taylor when she wrote Reputation?

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Charli XCX, Camila Cabello and Taylor Swift perform onstage during opening night of Taylor Swift's 2018 Reputation Stadium Tour at University of Phoenix Stadium on May 8, 2018 in Glendale, Arizona.

Taylor began writing Reputation in 2016, when she was 27. However, the stories she's telling go back farther than that since "Dancing With Our Hands Tied" talks about a relationship from when she was 25.

Is Reputation a love album?

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Cover art for Taylor Swift's Reputation.

While Reputation is sassy, moody, and satirical, I stand by the idea that it's actually a love album at its core. While the general public talked most about "Ready for It?" and "Look What You Made Me Do," songs like "Delicate," "Call It What You Want," and "New Year's Day" are all about healing after the media turned against her. The message of the album is all about how she wants to spend the the ins and outs of life with people she loves, because they make the boring days beautiful, which is also the sentiment running throughout "Lover."

"I want your midnights, but I'll be cleaning up bottles with you on New Year's Day" and "We can leave the Christmas lights up 'til January" are the same!!

What are the Reputation Taylor's Version vault tracks?

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A Horcrux from Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part I

While we don't have the tracklist for Reputation (Taylor's Version) yet, she did mention in her TIME interview that the vault tracks will be "fire."

"I’m collecting horcruxes,” she says of the rerecordings. “I’m collecting infinity stones. Gandalf’s voice is in my head every time I put out a new one. For me, it is a movie now.”

I'm going to be real honest, this is the line that sent me into a tailspin because the idea that Taylor loves stories like Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and the MCU as much as I do is too much!! But it makes sense because after all, she IS a storyteller.

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10 Best Heat Protectant Sprays That Will Save Your Dry, Damaged Hair

For the longest time I was afraid of using any heat on my hair, worried that I would destroy or damage the hair I took so long to grow out. That all changed after I discovered heat protectants that could not only protect it from really harsh heat, but also help with a list of other hair concerns I have like:

Growth
Shine
Volume
Texture

Since that discovery, I've learned how important heat protectant is to use, otherwise you'll end up frying your hair and dealing with damage, broken ends, and even hair loss. With that being said, there's hope for you if you've already been using heat without a protectant.

I talked to celebrity hairstylist and hair expert, Clyde Haygood, to hear his thoughts on if a heat protectant is really necessary, so keep reading to see all of our picks and his thoughts on the topic!

Does heat protectant actually work?

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If you want to maintain hair health and length, then heat protectant should always be a "must" when using hot tools. Celebrity hairstylist, Clyde Haygood told me that it not only works, but is essential for hair health. He stresses that using heat protectant spray is THE most important thing you can do to keep hair at its healthiest when blow drying and using other hot styling tools.

Outside of maintaining length and minimizing damage, heat protectant is also very helpful in preserving dyed and colored hair! If you continue to use heat without protectant, then you will not only damage your hair quality but also the color! So, make sure to shop these well-loved picks, and start using them asap!

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Djerf Avenue Styling Mist

This spray has to be one of my all-time favorite beauty products for so many reasons!

It has incredible ingredients like Aloe Vera, Sunflower Seed Extract, and Panthenol.
It has the best scent I've ever encountered in a beauty product.
It has heat protectant in it.
It give my flat hair so much texture and volume.

Djerf Avenue Beauty will be on everyone's buy list soon enough, because it is going to take off!

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Kenra Blow Dry Spray

I love a good dual-purpose product, and this one boasts over 20,000 reviews on Amazon, so I'd say it's definitely a top contender for me. It acts as a blow dry spray, which helps to hold your curls or your blowout more firmly, while also protecting your hair from heat or heated tools. It dries quickly, gives volumes, and protects your hair from heat. What else could you possibly need?!

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Chi 44 Guard Heat Protectant

This is a great option if you're looking for something a little more on the affordable side of heat protectants. I've used this spray many times in the past couple years, and it's plenty thorough for its price point! It has a very strong thermal protection guard that will protect your hair from even the harshest heat!

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ColorWow Dreamcoat Spray

I have this spray, and it has to be one of my favorites I've ever used. I've never had a product keep my curls in tact for so long, while also protecting my hair and giving immense volume. This is my secret weapon to get bouncy curls — I will be a ride or die Colorwow fan forever!

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L'oreal Paris Heat Protectant

This heat protectant is only $7 —talk about a bargain! Not only is it affordable, but it also has over 73,000 reviews on Amazon, so it's a pretty popular product. I've used this product a couple times and honestly really liked it! I tend to go for products that give me a little more volume, but this one is great if you're looking for something for straighter hair or solely a heat protectant!

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Redken Quick Blowout Spray

Looking for a lightweight spray that doesn't make your hair feel heavy, or like it has too much product in it? I've got just the thing! I love this one, because it protects from heat, but it's also fast-drying so you can immediately go in with styling. It also gives your hair a stunning shine while it's at it.

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OGX Heat Protectant

This heat protectant will give you the silkiest, smoothest hair while also protecting it from heat. At $8, it's an incredible deal for a heat protectant spray. I love all of OGX's products, including their masks, so I'd highly recommend anything from this brand!

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It's a 10 Thermal Spray

Did you know you could find a heat protectant that also works as a leave-in conditioner? This product does both! It works to protect your hair from hot tools, as well as being a leave in conditioner product when you blow dry your hair. I've been using this product since I first started using heat on my hair. It's been a favorite product of mine for years!

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Ouai Leave In Conditioner Spray

Another multi-use product with a leave-in conditioner in it! Ouai is a really good brand to look into for hair health. I started with one of their oils, and immediately became obsessed. Now, I'm slowly making through their whole product list (I know, I have a problem). This spray is a 10/10 for me.

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Gisou Spray

Gisou is one of my favorites best-kept secrets for the most shiny, healthy-looking hair. I use so many of their products, and have for years! This spray smells amazing, but also helps to: detangle, protect from heat, and give shine. It has honey, so it's great for moisturizing your hair in a natural way, too!

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The Best Texturizing Sprays To Give Thin Hair Ultimate Volume

I've struggled with flat, lifeless hair my entire life. It gets greasy super easily (especially since I play with it so often. Oops!), and even on the days I spend an hour curling it, any ounce of humidity or rain sends it back to its natural, stick-straight state. But when I brought this up to the Brit + Co team while describing my dream short hairstyle, they showed me the one product I'd never tried before: texturizing spray! Since adding this hack to my routine, my hair has completely changed — and my confidence has skyrocketed. Here are some common FAQ's about texturizing sprays, and the best texture sprays to try the next time your thin hair needs some extra oomph!

What does a texturizing spray do?

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A texture spray offers texture, hold, and volume to flat or thin hair. We'd recommend saving it as the last step in your hair routine (after you've dried it or applied heat). Just hold it about a foot away from your hair and spray it directly into your strands! You can apply it normally, or flip your head upside down for even more volume, and I like to run my fingers through my hair afterwards.

What is the difference between texture spray and hairspray?

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Hairspray has always been used to hold hairstyles (and flyaways) in place for a perfect, shiny finished look. Texture spray is a little more flexible and gritty. And sometimes you strike gold by finding a texturizing hair spray!

Is texturizing spray the same as volumizing spray?

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Yes, volumizing spray and texturizing spray can be used interchangeably.

Kristin Ess Hair Dry Finish Working Texture Spray

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This texturizing spray has totally transformed my hair. I just add a little bit to the middle and ends of my hair in the morning, run my fingers through it, and I'm good to go! It gives my hair shape and hold it's literally never had before.

Kenra Platinum Dry Texture Spray 6

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This texturizing spray both gives your hair volume and soaks up oil and impurities. The best part is that it's lightweight so your hair will feel as well as look effortless.

amika Rising Star Volumizing Finishing Spray

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Not only is this bottle super cute, but this hair product features a clean ingredient list AND is cruelty free. And not only does it offer volume, but it protects your hair from heat too!

SGX NYC The Do-It-All 3-in-1 Dry Texture Spray

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Whether you use it in the morning or in between work and happy hour, this spray will refresh your hair no matter what time it is! The citrus, fruit, and warm woods fragrance makes us smile almost as much as the fact SGX never tests on animals.

Not Your Mother's Beach Babe Sea Salt Spray

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Any beach kid will tell you the best your hair will ever look is right after you come out of the ocean. Recreate some of that magic (and make summer last all year long!) with this sea salt texturizing spray. This trio is on sale for $16!

Drybar Triple Sec 3-in-1 Texturizing Spray

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Get your own at-home blowout when you use Drybar's texturizing finishing spray on your 'do. It's sulfate-free and works on every single hair type.

VERB Volume Dry Texture Spray

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You don't have to worry about dry or crunchy hair with this texturizing spray, thanks to its nourishing pro-vitamin b5 and aloe vera.

CHI Infra Texture Dual Hair Spray

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If you want a two-in-one hair product, opt for a texture hairspray. This pick promises to give your hair beautiful shine and movement without any of the build up or flakiness you might find with other products. Yes, please!

Bumble and bumble Thickening Dryspun Volume Texturizing Spray

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This spray is great for thin hair AND thinning hair. Its 4-star rating caught my eye (especially since it has almost 2 thousand reviews) as well as the fact it'll instantly give your hair 40 percent more volume!

Living Proof Full Dry Volume Texture Spray

Target

One of the frustrating parts of having straight, thin hair is how easily clips, ponytail holders, and ribbons slide out. But with a nice dose of texture spray, that problem goes away!

ColorWow Texturizing Spray

Amazon

Not only does this product provide your hair with sexy texture, but it also doesn't cloud your hair color, meaning your style can be as vibrant as it deserves!

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Your 'Gossip Girl' Character, According To Your Zodiac Sign

Welcome back, Upper East Siders. When the leaves turn orange and coats start to be brought out of storage, it’s a sure sign that Gossip Girlseason is upon us once again. And what better way to ring in fall than to figure out which iconic Gossip Girlcharacter you are based on your zodiac sign?

I’ve typed twelve of the Upper East Side’s most familiar faces based on a combination of their official birthdays and the personalities they exhibit throughout the show. A lot of the time, the two happen to be perfectly aligned (I’m convinced Blair’s birthday was chosen on purpose). Strap on a headband and your cutest stilettos; it’s time to walk down Fifth Avenue and meet your Gossip Girl astrological match. XOXO, Brit + Co.

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Aries: Jenny Humphrey

As the first sign in the zodiac, Aries is full of unbridled optimism. Jenny Humphrey thought she could be Constance’s new queen bee, get away with cutting school with a full-time internship, and launch a highly successful fashion career as a high school sophomore — that’s pretty much the definition of blind optimism. Jenny’s spunky, outspoken, and unafraid to ruffle a lot of feathers to get what she wants. Her red-hot spark is something to be admired.

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Taurus: Dan Humphrey

Dan Humphrey may have the keen analytical eye of a Virgo, but he’s got the taste for luxury of a Taurus. He prides himself on being down to earth, yet he can’t resist getting close to that famed Upper East Side glamor. He’s stubborn when it comes to love, which may explain why he keeps going back to Serena time and time again. Some may call it silly; Dan calls it stable.

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Gemini: Georgina Sparks

You’ve got to hand it to Georgina — she knows how to transform herself into whoever she needs to be whenever she wants. She can be a total darling at one minute and deliciously wicked the next. Geminis like her are more than just “two-faced,” though; they’re also quick-witted, restless, and spontaneous. It’s what makes them so fun to watch.

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Cancer: Nate Archibald

Nate is the Golden Retriever of the Gossip Girl boys. He’s popular, laidback, loyal, and compassionate. This rich boy next door wears his heart on his sleeve and is always willing to lend a hand to a friend in need. But don’t take advantage of this crab’s kindness. If you do Nate dirty, he’ll protect himself behind his tough outer shell, and it’ll take a lot to regain his trust.

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Leo: Serena van der Woodsen

There’s only one zodiac sign iconic enough for the Upper East Side’s "It" Girl: Leo. Serena craves being in the spotlight – so much so that she’s been known to act a little wild just for some attention. She’s also incredibly warm and loyal to those she loves (until she feels threatened). Her magnetic presence lights up any room she walks into, just like you, Leo.

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Virgo: Dorota Kishlovsky

Blair’s ride-or-die maid, Dorota, is a Virgo. Her moral compass might not always align with Blair’s schemes, but her sharp mind plays a crucial role in helping them succeed. She’s a supportive, hardworking friend who always has others’ best interests at heart and never hesitates to take action on their behalf.

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Libra: Lily van der Woodsen

Lily is the definition of luxury. She’s a woman of high class with high tastes, and she wouldn’t have it any other way. But her elegance isn’t the only thing that makes her a Libra. She’s also got Libras’ hallmark ability to charm a room and get along with nearly everyone, which comes in handy when cleaning up her daughter’s (and her own) messes. Aesthetics are everything, so she’ll take a rain check on the emotional soul-baring, ‘kay?

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Scorpio: Blair Waldorf

Cunning, romantic, ambitious, and sensitive: Blair Waldorf carries these traits with the pride of carrying a Birkin bag. Blair is canonically a Scorpio, and the sign couldn’t be more fitting. She’s highly strategic and calculating, which makes reaching her goals and exacting revenge on her enemies that much more satisfying. She places a high value on sex and love and is willing to wait as long as it takes for a man who meets her extremely high standards.

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Sagittarius: Rufus Humphrey

Rufus’s birthday is December 7, making him a Sagittarius. He definitely lived up to the fun-loving nature of his sign during his rock ‘n’ roll years, but as he got older, he chilled out a lot more. As long as he has his art gallery, his guitar, and his daydreams about things finally working out with Lily, he’s all set. Play some Lincoln Hawk and make some waffles in honor of your GG twin, Sag.

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Capricorn: Chuck Bass

Blunt yet smooth-talking Chuck Bass was born on January 19, which makes him a Capricorn. He certainly embodies the stereotypical hard-working nature of the sign; he’s a businessman first and a teenager second. His party-boy ways are actually in line with the fun, often hidden side of Capricorn, as is the loyalty he reserves for those lucky enough to be let into his inner circle.

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Aquarius: Vanessa Abrams

As a social justice-loving Aquarius, Vanessa’s actively trying to make the world a better place. She doesn’t tolerate anyone’s BS, especially from anyone who lives on the UES, and she isn’t afraid to tell them to their face. She’s got a strong moral compass, a drive to tell the truth, and a strong appreciation for the arts, all three of which are highly important to Aquariuses.

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Pisces: Eric van der Woodsen

Eric van der Woodsen is probably the most easygoing character on Gossip Girl. All he’s ever wanted is for everyone to get along. He often pushes his own needs and concerns aside for the sake of his friends and family, as Pisceans tend to do. At his best, Eric is witty, supportive, intuitive, and wise.

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