My Hair Has Never Looked So Shiny, and It's Thanks to These Specific Products

I start off my routine on dry hair, before I've even set foot in the shower. Like Olaplex (it was actually created by one of the chemists behind Olaplex), this treatment works by repairing broken bonds in hair. The result? Hair health is literally boosted from within, and just as healthy skin equals glowy skin, healthy hair equals shiny hair. Unlike other bond repair treatments, this is actually really easy to use—you simply spritz it through dry hair, leave it for ten minutes, and then start your hair wash routine.

I always double-cleanse my hair. Just like double cleansing your skin, this allows your first shampoo to work on actually removing oil, dead skin, and product residue, so the second can come in and do a thorough cleanse. This clarifying formula helps to remove stubborn buildup without drying out my scalp or hair.

You might think that products which ultimately get rinsed out of your hair wouldn't add much in terms of shine, but the Brilliant Gloss range totally proves that theory wrong. In fact, Fekkai , the brand's founder, is a firm believer in the idea that good haircare starts in the shower, because since these products aren't left in hair, they won't contribute to buildup or greasiness. "The Brilliant Gloss shampoo and conditioner add shine and lustre without weighing hair down," he adds. I find that this shampoo lathers really well (so you don't need to use loads) and rinses out really easily.

Unlike typical conditioner formulas which can feel thick and heavy, this one is very light, but it still packs a punch of moisture. "It gives hair a gloss-like sheen like no other and protects against dehydration with various antioxidants and natural ingredients like French cold-pressed organic olive oil," says Fekkai. "I love to look at natural ingredients when I can, but always the best version of it—organic, pure. If you see how olives grow in the South of France, they stay moisturised and juicy in the sun. Olive oil can do beautiful things for the hair and that’s why I wanted to include it in this formula." He recommends rinsing the conditioner out with a cold blast of water to seal the cuticle.

Once I'm out of the shower I spray this all over my hair and comb it through. It recently went viral on TikTok thanks to its ability to reduce frizz, therefore leaving hair with a sleek, reflective finish.

As you can see, the Brilliant Gloss range is undoubtedly the star of my shiny hair routine. Before I dry my hair, I comb this styling cream through my lengths. I find that it helps to keep my ends really smooth and soft, and stops them from going fluffy or looking dry.

Traditional heat tools can dry out hair and add frizz, but since the Airwrap is so gentle it keeps my hair relatively frizz-free. What's more, it allows you to finish hair with a cold shot of air, which is another expert-recommended tip for boosting shine.

Of course, hairspray is another great product for adding shine to hair, but since some can make hair feel crunchy and stiff, this is a step I've avoided in the past. That was until I was first introduced to Sam McKnight's Modern Hairspray, which adds a glossy sheen to hair while locking style in place and keeps hair soft and bouncy in the process.

My daily haircare routine in-between washes consists of no more than brushing a few drops of this oil-serum hybrid through my lengths each night before bed. Because it has a serum texture, it doesn't feel heavy like a regular oil—nor does it make hair look greasy. It just adds a really healthy-looking shine and makes hair feel super silky.

Every few weeks I use this semi-permanent treatment gloss in my hair. It very subtly boosts colour (there is a full spectrum of shades available), but I mostly use it because it adds a really bright, glassy sheen to hair. What's more, this sheen doesn't disappear after the next wash but stays noticeable for weeks afterwards.

Another finishing spray which adds a reflective finish to hair. All while setting curls in place—and without resulting in crispy strands.

If you really don't like using oils in your hair, try this gloss-boosting serum instead. It adds instant shine and helps to smooth frizz, flyaways, and fluffy ends.

Aveda's Nutri-Plenish range is another favourite of mine. It works on the premise of boosting overall hair health, so it helps to keep hair looking shiny in the long-term, too.

Far more than just a regular heat-protection spray, this formula is infused with brightening particles which give hair an instant shine boost.

Don't have time for conditioner? Try this quick rinse treatment instead. In less than 10 seconds it adds a reflective coating to hair.