They can wield a brush and blowdryer like no other, have the ability to perform magic with a pair of scissors and never seem to have a bad hair day. The life of a celebrity hairstylist is often a whirlwind and constantly being on the go requires a list of reliable essentials that won’t let them down no matter what. We asked seven top stylists what they always keep on them and depend on at all costs. This is what they stash in their bags day in and day out.
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Wella Luxe Oil ($24): “It’s my one product that I cannot live without when adding an extra element of shine to any look.”
A hair comb: “I always have a comb on me. My clients love volume, so whenever I am asked for a quick touch-up, one of the best and most effective ways to bring the hair back to life is to quickly tease it, giving added height and loosening up the look.”
A good polishing cream: “This will help you be able to rid some of the flyaways and frizz that come along with hair being exposed to heat and humidity. It also allows the hair to still look soft and is perfect for a quick fix if you are looking to reactive product.”
Bobby pins: “These are essential to have these on hand at all times. Whenever you are working with clients, it’s important to have these in your back pocket to pull back and pin hair properly.”
Osmo Clay ($16): “Love this product for taming flyaways and to piece the end of the hair out.”
R+Co Outerspace Hair Spray ($29): The best flexible hold hairspray! Keeps great hold to the hair with out making it too stiff!
Oribe Dry Texture Spray ($46): “I use this for roughed-up bed head texture to hair, my go-to look!”
Sachajuan Ocean Mist ($31): “I love adding this to wet hair to create almost a ‘second day’ feel to the hair. Also when added to dry hair, it creates the best texture.”
Living Proof Dry Shampoo ($22): “This is the best product to go an extra day or two without washing your hair.”
Davines Defining Volume Mousse ($21): “This moisturizes and gives great volume to hair.”
ABBA firm hold hairspray ($22): “Gives flexible hold for any style I do and its eco-friendly.”
Mason Pearson brush ($105): “I won’t leave home without it.”
Moroccan Oil Treatment ($34): “This is great for hydrating damaged hair and smoothing flyaways.”
Oribe Matte Waves ($42): “This is fantastic for waves and gives a beautiful, beachy look. Great on thin hair to make it appear fuller.”
L’Oréal Professional Next Day Hair ($28): “This is a very versatile texure spray. It’s light, so it will give body and can be layered on if needed depending on the desired look.”
L’Oréal Professional Tecni.Art Architexture ($28): “This medium-hold paste creates separation with a matte finish when used on ends.”
Leonor Greyl Eclat Naturel Styling Cream ($46): “This reconditions hair and gives some shine and a piecey effect that’s perfect for finishing.”
Oribe Free Styler Working Hair Spray ($22): “This medium-hold hairspray can be layered on or used all over.”
The Ouai Dry Shampoo Foam ($28): “Everyone needs dry shampoo because it helps absorb natural oils and refreshes hair instantly giving natural volume.”
L’Oréal Smartbond ($20): “This protects hair and prevents damage by strengthening during a color service. I always carry this because I never know when I might need to do some last minute hair painting.”
Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray ($22): “This gives the most volume, texture and grit in one to create my signature grungy waves.”
Sachajuan Straight and Shine Spray ($34): “I love to mist this for a shiny, shimmery finishing touch.”
L’Oréal Elnett Hairspray ($15): “A classic, fine mist for all hair types that can mold any texture into place.”
Cutler Volumizing Spray ($21): “Provides weightless volume and subtle texture for the perfect blowdry!”
Redken Fashion Works 12 Hair Spray ($19): “My go-to hair spray for all looks. It adds hold to any look while still being flexible. And you can easily combine it with other products.”
Saturdays NYC Clay Pomade ($24): “For the perfect matte finish and hold.”
Redken Argan Oil ($30): “A great lightweight oil to smooth and treat hair.”
Fat Boy Boss Dog Styling Cream ($21): “A great, lightweight styling cream to smooth flyaways without any greasiness.”
TIGI Queen for a Day ($20): “This is such a great thickening spray to prep your hair. After you blow-dry hair, it feels as if you have no product in.”
Bumble & bumble Invisible Oil ($22): “Such a lightweight oil and moisturizer for hair thanks to coconut oil. It almost disappears into the hair with no trace.”
Batiste Dry Shampoo ($8): “A great way to refresh the hair, especially the roots of the hair, giving them a powder fresh, and clean texture.”
Shu Uemura Sheer Lacquer ($39): “For finishing spray, I enjoy using this hairspray, which is light and does not leave any residue in the hair. It has a pleasant fragrance, which every client comments on, and you can build up as much or little texture with it as desired. This product has enough hold to accomplish any look.”
