SHOP MY FAVORITES
Stylist-approved hair, beauty, and everyday care favorites I actually use and recommend.
With so many products out there, figuring out what's actually worth buying can feel overwhelming. I've curated some of my favorite hair, scalp, skin, body, nail, and beauty products - along with the tools and accessories I genuinely use, love, or recommend. You'll find options for different hair types, concerns, routines, and budgets because the best product isn't necessarily the most expensive or most popular one. It's the one that works well for you.
Not sure where to start? Explore by category below. For more help understanding your hair type, porosity, product buildup, and healthy hair care, visit my Hair Education blog.
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SHOP BY CATEGORY
Shampoo + Conditioner
From lightweight volume to richer conditioning, clarifying, shine, and blonde maintenance, these are some of my favorite options for building a wash routine around what your hair actually needs.
Redken Volume Injection Shampoo + Conditioner
Best for: Fine hair + lightweight volume
A lightweight shampoo and conditioner duo for fine or flat hair that needs cleansing and conditioning without sacrificing body and movement.
OUAI Detox Shampoo
Best for: Buildup + occasional deep cleansing
A clarifying shampoo for removing product, oil, dry shampoo, and mineral buildup when your regular shampoo isn't quite enough.
Matrix Instacure Build-A-Bond Shampoo + Conditioner
Best for: Coarse, damaged + highly processed hair
A richer shampoo and conditioner duo for hair that needs more conditioning and support, especially coarse, damaged, or chemically processed hair that can handle a more substantial formula.
Kristin Ess Deep Clean Clarifying Shampoo
Best for: Budget-friendly clarifying
An affordable option for occasional deeper cleansing when product, oil, or dry shampoo buildup leaves your hair feeling heavy or coated.
L'Oréal Paris Elvive Glycolic Gloss Shampoo + Conditioner
Best for: Budget-friendly shine + smoothing
An affordable option for hair that feels dull or rough and could use added smoothness, softness, and shine.
Redken Color Extend Blondage Shampoo + Conditioner
Best for: Blonde + unwanted yellow tones
A purple-toning shampoo and conditioner duo for maintaining blonde and helping neutralize unwanted yellow tones between appointments.
Gina's Tip: Your everyday shampoo and conditioner should do most of the heavy lifting. Clarifying and purple shampoos are specialty products—use them when your hair needs them rather than automatically at every wash.
Treatments + Masks
Whether your hair needs hydration, repair, or strengthening after color services, heat styling, or everyday wear, these are some of my favorite treatments for improving softness, manageability, and the overall condition of your hair.
K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask
Best for: Chemically damaged + compromised hair
A leave-in treatment I like for hair that's been damaged from bleaching, coloring, or repeated heat styling. It helps improve how damaged hair looks and feels without adding unnecessary weight.
Amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask
Best for: Dry + dehydrated hair
One of my favorite conditioning masks for adding softness, moisture, and shine when hair feels dry, dull, or difficult to manage.
Epres Bond Repair Treatment
Best for: At-home bond maintenance
A simple at-home bond-building treatment I like for helping maintain the condition of color-treated and chemically processed hair between salon visits.
Wella Ultimate Repair Miracle Hair Rescue
Best for: Lightweight repair
A lightweight leave-in treatment that helps improve softness, manageability, and the overall feel of damaged hair without weighing it down.
Wella Ultimate Smooth Mask
Best for: Frizz + coarse hair
A richer conditioning mask I like for coarse, dry, or frizz-prone hair that needs additional smoothness, softness, and manageability.
Gina's Tip: Hair masks and repair treatments aren't the same thing. Conditioning masks focus on adding moisture, softness, and manageability, while repair and bond-building treatments are designed to support hair that's been chemically or mechanically damaged. Many people benefit from using both—they simply serve different purposes.
Leave-Ins + Heat Protection
Leave-in conditioners and heat protectants help improve manageability, reduce tangles, and protect your hair during styling. Whether you're air-drying, diffusing, or heat styling, these are the products I reach for most often behind the chair and at home.
Matrix Miracle Creator Multi-Tasking Treatment
Best for: Everyday leave-in + detangling
My go-to leave-in for most hair types. It helps detangle, improve manageability, add lightweight conditioning, and provides heat protection without feeling heavy.
It's a 10 Miracle Leave-In
Best for: Dry, damaged + thicker hair
A richer leave-in conditioner that adds softness, helps detangle, and improves manageability for hair that needs a little more moisture.
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray
Best for: Dry heat styling + humidity protection
My favorite heat protectant to use on dry hair before curling, flat ironing, or using hot tools. It also helps defend against humidity and frizz.
It's a 10 Miracle Leave-In Lite
Best for: Fine hair + lightweight conditioning
A lighter version of the original that's great for finer hair or anyone who wants conditioning without weighing the hair down.
Amika Hydro Rush Leave-In Conditioner
Best for: Curly hair + extra hydration
A moisturizing leave-in that helps detangle, soften, and prepare curls for styling without feeling heavy.
Styling + Finishing
Whether you're looking for more volume, smoother blowouts, added shine, or a polished finish, these are the styling products I reach for most often. The goal isn't to use more products—it's to choose the right ones for your hair and the style you're trying to achieve.
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Balm
Best for: Smooth blowouts + frizz control
One of my favorite blowout products for creating a smoother, softer finish while helping control frizz and humidity.
Moroccanoil Root Boost
Best for: Root lift + fuller blowouts
A lightweight root-lifting spray that adds volume exactly where you need it without weighing down the rest of your hair.
Moroccanoil Treatment Light
Best for: Fine hair + lightweight nourishment
A lighter version of the original Moroccanoil Treatment that's perfect for finer hair needing softness and shine without extra weight.
Moroccanoil Smoothing Lotion
Best for: Coarse, frizz-prone hair
A smoothing lotion that helps improve manageability and creates a polished finish for thicker or more textured hair.
Kenra Platinum Blow-Dry Spray
Best for: Faster blowouts + shine
One of my favorite blow-dry products for creating a smooth, polished finish while helping reduce drying time and adding beautiful shine.
Moroccanoil Treatment Original
Best for: Medium to coarse hair
A richer finishing oil that adds softness, shine, and manageability for thicker hair types that can handle a little more moisture.
TRESemmé Extra Hold Volumizing Mousse
Best for: Budget-friendly volume + body
An affordable mousse that gives great lift, body, and hold without making the hair feel stiff or sticky. One of my favorite drugstore styling products.
OUAI Hair Oil
Best for: Lightweight shine + everyday finishing
A lightweight finishing oil that smooths flyaways, adds shine, and leaves the hair feeling soft without becoming greasy.
Amika Superfruit Star Lightweight Hair Styling Oil
Best for: Lightweight smoothing + shine
A lightweight styling oil that helps smooth frizz, soften the hair, and add a healthy-looking shine while keeping the hair feeling touchable.
Gina's Tip: Styling products should have a purpose. Choose products based on the result you're trying to achieve—volume, smoothing, shine, or frizz control. Most people get better results by using a few well-chosen products instead of layering several products that all do the same thing.
Curly + Wavy Hair
Every head of textured hair is different. Rather than trying to use every curl product on the shelf, I focus on layering the right products based on your hair's texture, density, and how much definition, moisture, and hold it actually needs.
Below are the products I use most often, along with the routines I recommend for both curly and wavy hair.
Amika Hydro Rush Leave-In Conditioner
Best for: Curly hair + extra hydration
A moisturizing leave-in that helps detangle, soften, and prepare curls for styling without feeling heavy.
Amika Plus Size Perfect Body Mousse
Best for: Volume + lightweight hold
Provides body and support without leaving curls stiff or crunchy.
Paul Mitchell The Conditioner
Best for: Lightweight leave-in conditioning
A versatile leave-in conditioner that adds moisture and improves manageability before styling.
Amika Curl Corps Enhancing Gel
Best for: Definition + long-lasting hold
Helps define curls, reduce frizz, and maintain curl shape while drying.
Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Mousse
Best for: Volume + hold
Adds body and helps waves hold their shape while maintaining movement.
Moroccanoil Curl Defining Cream
Best for: Soft curl definition + frizz control
One of my favorite curl creams for enhancing natural curls while keeping them soft, defined, and touchable. It helps reduce frizz and adds moisture without leaving curls feeling stiff or crunchy.
Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Refreshing Curl Foam
Best for: Lightweight waves
A lightweight foam that enhances natural texture while keeping waves soft and flexible
Ouidad Advanced Climate Control Gel
Best for: Humidity + stronger hold
A stronger-hold gel that helps maintain definition and fight frizz in humid conditions.
Gina's Tip: Start with less product than you think you need. One of the biggest mistakes I see is layering too many styling products too soon. Begin with a simple routine, see how your hair responds, and only add another product if it solves a specific problem like frizz, lack of definition, or hold.
Scalp Care
Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp. These are the products I reach for when my scalp or a client's scalp needs a deeper cleanse, occasional exfoliation, or a little extra support between wash days.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density
Best for: Daily scalp care
A lightweight leave-in scalp serum that's easy to incorporate into a routine for anyone looking to support the appearance of fuller, healthier-looking hair.
HETTA Silicone Scalp Massager
Best for: Better shampooing
I like using a silicone scalp massager while shampooing to help distribute shampoo through the scalp and provide a gentle massage during cleansing.
Gina's Tip: A healthy scalp doesn't require a complicated routine. For most people, shampooing thoroughly, clarifying occasionally, and avoiding excessive product buildup goes a long way. Dry shampoo is a great styling tool, but it isn't a replacement for washing your scalp.
In the Salon: If your scalp feels coated, heavy, or never quite clean, my Scalp Reset Ritual is designed to deeply cleanse the scalp, remove buildup, and leave your hair feeling refreshed before your blowout.
Tools + Accessories
The right tools can make styling easier, help improve your results at home, and support healthier-looking hair. These are the tools and accessories I personally use and recommend most often.
L'Oréal Professionnel AirLight Pro Hair Dryer
Best for: Lightweight professional drying
One of my favorite professional dryers for creating smooth, polished blowouts while remaining lightweight and comfortable to use.
Tangle Teezer Hair Brush
Best for: Gentle detangling
One of my favorite brushes for gently working through tangles without unnecessary pulling or breakage.
Silk Pillowcase
Best for: Overnight hair protection
Sleeping on satin helps reduce friction while you sleep, which can help minimize frizz, tangles, and unnecessary breakage.
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
Best for: Premium everyday drying
A premium dryer that offers fast drying, multiple attachments, and excellent control for a variety of hair types.
T3 SinglePass StyleMax Flat Iron
Best for: Straightening + polished styles
My favorite flat iron for creating smooth, sleek styles with consistent heat and excellent control.
Satin Bonnet
Best for: Protecting curls + blowouts
A great option for preserving curls, waves, and blowouts overnight while reducing friction against your pillow.
BaBylissPRO Nano Titanium 1" Extended Barrel Curling Iron
Best for: Curls + beachy waves
The extended barrel makes styling longer hair easier while creating soft curls or polished waves that last.
Olivia Garden Round Brush
Best for: Salon-quality blowouts
A classic round brush that gives you the most control for creating volume, smoothness, and movement while blow-drying.
Microfiber Towel Wrap
Best for: Gentle drying
A lightweight microfiber hair towel that helps absorb excess water without the weight of a traditional bath towel.
Gina's Tip: Great styling starts with great tools—but technique matters just as much. You don't need every new styling tool on the market. A quality blow dryer, a good round brush, the right hot tools, and a few simple accessories can help you achieve beautiful results while being kinder to your hair.
Body + Skin Care
Healthy hair doesn't stop at your scalp. These are the body, skincare, and nail care products I reach for most often to keep my routine simple, effective, and realistic.
Body Moisture + Treatments
Prequel Urea Advanced Relief Moisturizing Milk
Best for: Dry + rough skin
One of my favorite everyday body moisturizers for keeping dry skin soft, smooth, and comfortable.
Body Oils
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Body Oil
Best for: Rich moisture
Perfect for sealing in hydration after a shower or whenever my skin needs extra nourishment.
Prequel Multi-Quench Serum
Best for: Lightweight hydration
Adds an extra layer of hydration whenever my skin needs it.
Naturium Azelaic Acid
Best for: Targeted skincare
A product I incorporate a couple of times each week as part of my routine.
CND SolarOil
Best for: Everyday cuticle care
My favorite cuticle oil for keeping nails flexible and healthy.
Naturium Bio-Lipid Restoring Body Lotion
Best for: Everyday hydration
A nourishing lotion that supports the skin barrier while providing lasting hydration without feeling heavy.
BYOMA Hydrating Body Oil
Best for: Lightweight everyday glow
A lightweight oil that leaves skin soft, hydrated, and comfortable without feeling greasy.
The Ordinary Copper Peptides Serum
Best for: Targeted nighttime skincare
A peptide serum I enjoy incorporating into my evening skincare routine.
Naturium Skin-Renewing Retinol Body Lotion
Best for: Smoother-looking skin
A body retinol I like for improving the appearance and texture of the skin while still providing hydration.
AmLactin Daily Moisturizing Lotion
Best for: Rough + bumpy skin
One of my favorite options when skin needs both gentle exfoliation and moisture.
Face Favorites
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Best for: Gentle morning cleansing
A cleanser I love for removing overnight oil and refreshing my skin without stripping it.
Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water
Best for: Makeup removal
My favorite first cleanse for removing makeup and sunscreen before washing my face.
Prequel Half & Half Moisturizer
Best for: Lightweight daily moisture
A moisturizer I reach for almost every morning because it layers beautifully under sunscreen.
Prequel Hand Wrap Shielding Lotion
Best for: Dry hands
The hand cream I keep reaching for because it moisturizes well without feeling greasy.
Prequel Gleanser
Best for: Evening cleansing
A gentle cleanser I use every evening after removing makeup.
Naturium Plant Ceramide Rich Moisture Cream
Best for: Rich nighttime moisture
My richer nighttime moisturizer when my skin needs additional nourishment.
e.l.f. Suntouchable Whoa Glow SPF 30
Best for: Glowy everyday SPF
One of my favorite everyday sunscreens when I want a healthy glow under makeup.
LOVA SKIN Foot Peel
Best for: Occasional foot reset
A treatment I use occasionally when my feet need more than everyday moisturizer can provide.
Timeless Vitamin C Serum
Best for: Morning antioxidant support
One of my favorite vitamin C serums for brightening and protecting my skin.
Prequel AM/PM Barrier Therapy Moisturizer
Best for: Everyday barrier support + hydration
One of my favorite everyday moisturizers for keeping my skin hydrated, comfortable, and supporting a healthy skin barrier. It layers beautifully into both my morning and evening routine and works well for a variety of skin types.
Naturium UV Reflect Antioxidant SPF 50 (Tinted)
Best for: Tinted daily protection
A tinted sunscreen I like when I want a little coverage along with daily sun protection.
Lip Care
MILK Makeup Balmade Hydrating Tinted Lip Balm
Best for: Everyday hydration + color
My favorite daytime lip product for adding moisture and just enough color without feeling like lipstick.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Lip Sleeping Mask
Best for: Overnight lip care
A rich overnight treatment that keeps my lips soft while I sleep.
Hands + Nails + Feet
OPI Repair Mode
Best for: Damaged natural nails
One of my favorite products for supporting natural nails after damage.
OPI Nail Envy
Best for: Weak nails
A strengthening treatment I use while growing my natural nails.
Londontown Kur Illuminating Nail Concealer
Best for: Healthy-looking natural nails
Probably my favorite natural nail product. It gives nails a clean, polished appearance with almost no effort.
Hard As Hoof Nail Strengthening Cream
Best for: Dry nails + cuticles
A rich conditioning cream I massage into my nails and cuticles daily.
My Product Philosophy
I don't believe healthy hair comes from owning the most products. It comes from understanding your hair and choosing products that solve a specific need.
I'd rather recommend a handful of products that truly earn a place in your routine than dozens you'll never use consistently.
My goal is to help you build a routine that works for your hair—not sell you products you don't need.