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What Is Hair Gloss and Why We Love It 





You know we don’t gate keep at Sephora, and #hairgloss is taking over TikTok right now with over 557 million views and counting *hair swish*. So, we’re shining a light on the glosses that give long-lasting shine and an ultra-smooth finish. In the name of research, we have tried and tested the best hair glosses for all hair types and textures. Let’s glow…



Best hair glosses at a glance - our top picks:


Best for next-level luminosity: Living Proof High Shine Gloss Treatment, £30

Best for salon-quality results: Kérastase Chroma Absolu Soin Acid Chroma Gloss, £47

Best for colour-treated hair: Redken Acidic Colour Gloss Conditioner, £35 

Best for blonde hair: Davines Heart Of Glass Instant Bonding Glow, £36

Best for adding brightness: Pureology Colour Glaze, £34.80




Q: What does hair gloss do?


A: The clue is in the name with this one, but a good hair gloss does more than just add glass-like shine - it also has colour and care benefits, too. The very best hair glosses will enhance your colour, moisturise your strands, and improve your hair texture. They will also deeply condition, increase softness, and restore your hair health. Hair glosses are real multitaskers.



Q: How often should you gloss your hair?


A: Working a hair gloss treatment into your weekly routine is becoming as essential as a classic wash and blow dry. Most hair glosses are used in the shower and last for several washes, and others are lightweight enough to be used everyday, take your pick and prepare to shine.



Q: Do you put hair gloss on wet or dry hair?


A: Generally hair gloss is used on wet hair, but there are hair glosses that can be used on dry hair overnight, too - dreamy. Check the bottle of your chosen gloss and follow instructions to add a little gleam to your hair wash routine.



Q: How to apply hair gloss at home?


A: You don’t just shine in the salon - you can hair gloss at home, too! Super easy to use, most hair glosses are designed to be used in the shower after you’ve shampooed your hair. Some before conditioning and some after, depending on your hair type. If you have fine hair, skip the conditioner, if you have thicker hair, continue to condition. Generally, you squeeze out any excess water, smooth in your hair gloss from root-to-tip, and rinse out a few minutes later. Et voilà!



By Sephora UK Editorial Team

Writers and experts

Updated: 5 November 2024