When you care for your hair, it shows. To help you in your quest for gorgeously-glossy, silkily-smooth locks, we are proud to reveal the winners of the 2024 woman&home hair awards.
Every hair type, whether fine or coarse, grey or coloured, poker-straight or curly will benefit from the best products designed to make your hair healthier, your colour brighter and styling easier.
The beauty team, alongside 16 esteemed industry experts including stylists and trichologists, have tested hundreds of products, from the best shampoo and conditioner to the best hair dryers. The result? 58 of the very best products on the haircare market. After weeks of testing and much deliberation, we've picked our stand-out winners for good hair days guaranteed.
2024 woman&home hair awards winners
Why you can trust Woman & Home Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test.
Haircare
RRP: £19
With an innovative powder formula that activates when mixed with water, this is an eco-friendly buy that feels exciting to use.
RRP: £30
This mask repairs, making a difference after one use. It acts on a molecular level to repair and strengthen dry, damaged hair and provide heat protection up to 230 degrees.
RRP: £4.49
Judges loved the tropical scent, the fine mist and the great results – soft, shiny hair. They also loved the bargain price.
RRP: £22
Get smooth, shiny curls with this specialist shampoo, designed with all curl types in mind. Hair is left smooth, soft and defined.
RRP: £26.50
A truly smart buy that will leave your colour looking clear and vibrant. It does this by removing build-up from hard water, for a super-clean result.
RRP: £4
Working on natural and bleach blondes, this shampoo boosts hydration and radiance. It's also brilliantly priced and vegan-friendly.
RRP: £5.99
The bargain price, luxe scent and smoothing skills scored this buy high marks for coils and curls. Hair was left looking soft, defined and springy.
RRP: £3
This lovely, fresh- smelling shampoo lathers beautifully and leaves hair feeling cleansed and light. Plus, it’s an incredible bargain.
RRP: £9.95
Flyaway and frizz-prone hair is left silky-smooth after just one use of this shampoo. It will really come to the rescue in the humid summer months.
RRP: £8.49
This bargain buy improves thair health and prevents colour fade, leaving strands looking shiny and bright. It's also sulfate-free, making it suitable for curly hair types.
RRP: £27
This gentle, naturally-derived shampoo leaves curls clean and defined, not thirsty and stringy thanks to a caring cocktail of nourishing oils.
RRP: £23
From a brand that really understands curls, this conditioner is a real hero. It nourishes and hydrates thirsty curls, leaving them soft, smooth and defined.
RRP: £26
Enriched with raw shea butter and a cocktail of nourishing oils, this rich formula moisturises as it cleanses, softening dry, thick and thirsty hair types.
Styling
RRP: £4.59
A cult classic for a reason, Batiste is the go-to for banishing oily roots in seconds. The formula releases bursts of freshness and absorbs sweat to keep hair bouncy and clean-feeling.
RRP: £32
Provides super-smooth, sleek hair that makes blow-drying a doddle. It's also impressively long-lasting, helping styles last for days.
RRP: £46
Add a sexily tousled effect to a blow-dry, curls or even shorter styles. Smells fabulous and leaves hair looking effortlessly undone.
RRP: £38
Avoid frazzled strands with this hydrating treatment. It gives maximum protection to your hair before styling, as well as lasting finish after.
RRP: £36
A brilliant investment for curly styles – leaves hair bouncy and defined with each curl perfectly structured. It also works well to refresh curls a few days after wash day.
RRP: £12.75
Smells great and leaves hair looking and feeling fresh and clean. It also works well as a styler if you want a more tousled finish to your hair.
RRP: £27
Wave bye-bye to lank, flat locks. A little of this is all you need for mega-volume with long-lasting hold.
RRP: £1.65
Proof that you don't have to spend huge amounts of money to get brilliant products This tames flyaways and gives styled hair a long-lasting hold.
RRP: £19.50
This is an all-in-one hero, taming frizz, protecting from heat and giving the best base for a long-lasting blow-dry. Top marks all-round.
Hair health
RRP: £14.50
This is the perfect formula for fine hair - not too heavy, not too light. It intensely nourishes hair while leaving it looking soft and bouncy.
RRP: £20.65
Those with oily roots will love this deep-cleaning shampoo, which helps balance the scalp. Hair is left squeaky clean, with a fresh lavender scent.
RRP: £46
An innovative pre-wash repairing treatment by the founder of Olaplex. It takes hair from frazzled and frizzy to healthy and glossy.
RRP: £32
Treat your scalp to some specialised care with this cooling, refreshing treatment. It'll also help balance oil production, preventing dandruff and greasy roots.
RRP: £49
Bonnets will contain your hair, preventing breakage and frizz from tossing and turning during the night. This is a brilliant one that's comfortable to wear and made using 100% mulberry silk.
RRP: £46
This luxury treatment helps prevent hair fall and leaves your hair looking shiny, soft and full. The fresh scent is also a bonus - it's gorgeous and fresh.
RRP: £72 for the pair
Weak, snapping strands? Try this duo to get healthier, more resilient hair. It'll treat your scalp while nourishing every strand from root-to-tip.
Colour
RRP: £31.20
A colour-protecting spray with endless bonus benefits. It moisturises and smooths while keeping your colour locked in for longer.
RRP: £15.75
If you want to experiment with a new shade, or add a cooler or warmer hue to your colour, this wash-in system is an easy, non-scary way of doing exactly that.
RRP: £12
Garnier's latest at-home hair dye is their best yet. An easy, one-pot system for permanent colour that's effective and vegan-friendly.
RRP: £15
A purple shampoo with bonus benefits. It ensures your blonde hair looks bright and clean, while overhauling any damage.
RRP: £4.99
Improves the tone and clarity of grey and silver hair, leaving it looking glossy, bright and vibrant. The results are especially impressive considering the price.
RRP: £21.50
A rich formula that locks in colour and boosts shine, keeping hair looking freshly-dyed for weeks after your appointment. A true beauty team hero.
RRP: £25.50
A hair mask and a toning treatment in one, this will refresh your colour while repairing damage. It's available in five shades.
RRP: £7
Stretch out dye appointments with this temporary spray, which helps grey roots vanish in seconds. It's available in four shades, from bright blonde to deep brunette.
Hair treatments
RRP: £18
Plant-based proteins are the secret behind this nourishing, deeply moisturising conditioner. It uses natural ingredients, is cruelty-free and vegan-friendly.
RRP: £36
A hair icon for good reason, this treatment has been coming to the aid of stressed strands for years. It's a classic that’s truly deserving of its cult status, leaving all hair types soft and strengthened.
RRP: £32
This oil is intensely nourishing without weighing down strands. It leaves a frizz-free, glossy finish. We also loved the scent - fresh and herbal, like a designer perfume.
RRP: £70
A truly impressive formula that noticeably improves the health of bleach-blitzed, heat-damaged hair, reversing years of damage in just four minutes.
RRP: £28
From the original and still one of the very best hair bond builders, Olaplex's cult pre-wash treatment is hard to beat. It overhauls damage from the first use, leaving hair looking healthy and shiny.
RRP: £9.99
John Frieda have done it again. An impressive, affordable treatment that's easy to use and leaves fine hair looking thicker after the first use.
RRP: £32.50
This is an incredibly effective, efficient treatment. Within five minutes you'll see nourished, detangled, strengthened and silky strands.
Special recognition
RRP: £12
A worthy eco-friendly buy, the sulphate- and silicone-free formula lathers up well to leave hair feeling fresh, clean and nourished. There are three formulas - one to repair damage, one to hydrate and one to balance scalps.
RRP: £10
Lush strives to be more sustainable, and where products can’t be packaging-free, like this shampoo, they use 90% recycled plastic, which can be returned to store to be reused.
RRP: £30
Save money on in-salon glossing treatments with this DIY version that makes hair amazingly smooth and shiny, and colour look radiant.
RRP: from £10
From clips and hair ties to hair wraps and heatless curls, this brand has everything you need for healthy, stylish hair. Judges also loved the stylish packaging and eye-catching designs.
RRP: from £1.49
Keep kids’ hair squeaky clean and lice-free, thanks to natural ingredients like tea tree and lemon eucalyptus oils. The affordable price tag is also a huge bonus.
Tools
RRP: £289
Great for all hair lengths, from smoothing bobs to curling longer hair, ghd Chronos Hair Straightener gives brilliant, long- lasting results.
RRP: £449
It’s a big investment, but the Dyson Airstrait uses genuinely clever technology to dry and straighten hair. It works especially well on thick, curly and coily strands.
RRP: £30
Glides through knotty curls to gently detangle without snagging or ripping the hair. It also massages the scalp, promoting healthier hair and quicker growth.
RRP: £138
An investment you will have for years. Easily detangles without pulling or snagging the hair, and massages the scalp to help stimulate circulation.
RRP: £125
Whether you use it as a hot brush for bounce or a curling wand for waves, this adaptable tool will help you achieve loads of styles. The retractable bristles are so clever too.
RRP: £299.99
From volume or sleekness to luscious waves, the Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1 Airstyler helps you achieve it. Easy to use, the powerful hairdryer is an added bonus too.
RRP: £19
The perfect brush for achieving a salon-style blow-dry at home. There’s one for every hair length, to make mastering a bouncy blow-dry even easier.
RRP: £74.99
Speed up your morning routine with this easy-to-use tool that’s perfect for taming frizz and unruly hair. Hair is left looking sleek and straight in a matter of minutes.
RRP: £149.99
A powerful, yet lightweight tool that can take your hair from wet to dry in less than five minutes. It comes with multiple styling attachments and has a snazzy-looking LED screen for high-tech styling.
With thanks to our judging panel...
A huge thank you to our panel of industry experts for their time, insight and diligent testing.
Session stylist Ben Cooke. Founder/creative director Christel Barron-Hough. Global creative director, TONI&GUY Cos Sakkas. Salon owner, celebrity stylist Darren Fowler. Consultant trichologist Eva Proudman. Celebrity hairdresser Jay Birmingham. Founder of Jennie Roberts Hair Academy Jennie Roberts. Salon owner and creative director Sam Burnett. Hairstylist Jo Clayton. Colour trend forecaster and salon owner Jordanna Cobella. Freelance hairstylist and colour expert Katie Hale. Hair and make-up artist Katie Pettigrew. Founder of Paul Edmonds salon Paul Edmonds. Salon owner Sally Brooks. Salon owner and hairdresser Samantha Cusick.
Plus the woman&home editorial team: Beauty Director Sarah Cooper-White, Senior Beauty Editor Rhiannon Derbyshire, Beauty Editor Stephanie Maylor, Beauty Editor Jess Beech, Beauty Writer Annie Milroy, Digital Beauty Editor Aleesha Badkar, and Digital Beauty Writer Naomi Jamieson.
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