Dry Weather Styling Saviors

don't let the cold weather wreck havoc on your hair this winter. Here are some of the best lotion and potions that contain essential ingredients to help add moisture and shine to your otherwise out of control, dry strands.

Alterna Caviar Luxe Shape Creme Gel

$28 at ulta

When you think "hair gel," sticky, thick products often come to mind.  No one wants the stiff and crunchy effect that this type of gel has on your hair, which makes this Creme Gel from Alterna is a game-changer. It is perfect for curly, wavy hair and just a little bit goes a long way.  This creme gel also provides protection against damage from hair-styling tools, so be sure to put in your hair before styling to achieve your best look.

L’Oreal EverPure Repair & Defend Lotion Leave-In

$8.99 at ulta

L'Oreal's leave in treatment is made with the best repairing ingredients such as Acai, Golgi, and a UV filter to strengthen damaged, color-treated hair. This lotion leave in is full of hair loving-ingredients because it's 100% sulfate-free, paraben free and vegan. It is most effective when used with other L'Oreal sulfate-free hair products such as the shampoo and conditioner, however it will still calm your frizzing and moisturize and soften hair. Apply to damp hair and then style as normal and you will instantly notice shine and body.

IGK Mistress Hydrating Hair Balm

$27 at sephora

The main ingredient in IGK's Hair Balm is coconut oil -- the ingredient that is taking over the beauty industry. (See more coconut oil products here). It is formulated without parabens or sulfates and is also vegan. We recommend this product especially to those with thick and frizzy hair. This balm hydrates, de-tangles and smooths hair. You can use it on wet hair even in dry hair to separate waves or curls. 

R + Co High Dive Moisture + Shine Cream

$27 at neiman marcus

Hydration, hydration, hydration! R + Co products never fail to give hair the perfect amount of  nourishment. Their High Dive Moisture + Shine Cream softens and tames down the frizz that accompanies the cold weather.  This product is perfect if you are looking for a sleek, straight look because it is going to give hair the perfect shiny and reflective look.