27 Hair Products Under $30 You’ll Never Break Up With

Apr 04, 2025

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These beauty bestie-worthy products will prevent damage to your hair and your wallet.

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Promising review: "I'm on my third bottle of the One Hit Wonder Spay from Mane Club. This is by far the best leave in conditioner I have ever used. It works so well for my very curly, very thick and very damaged hair. It adds so much moisture to my hair and really keeps it hydrated. It prevents my hair from getting frizzy and helps keep my curls defined. My hair is so soft and shiny after using this. Its also so much easier to brush through my hair because I have no tangles when I use this. It smells divine and makes my hair smell divine. I would definitely recommend this product to anyone looking for an effective multi-benefit leave in conditioner spray." —Dylan & Tiffany Bennett

Get it from Amazon for $9.95.

Promising review: "I have heard many wonderful things about this product and decided to try it. Followed the instructions, and wowzers!! It is amazing. My hair felt softer, I looked healthier, and I could run my fingers through my hair easily. I do my own hair, and although I am very careful, some damage always goes hand in hand with long-term bleaching. Highly recommend this product and the masque as well." —Martell77

Get it from Amazon for $18.70.

Promising review: "I just bought this product the other day and already I am amazed with it. My area has super hard water and it results in the constant frizz. This product has reduced my frizz, smells great and holds my curls without the crunch. It’s so much bang for the buck. Will be buying for my myself and friends!" —Prek Teacher

Get it from Amazon for $5.97.

Promising review: "I have very thick wavy hair and this has been a lifesaver! My hair feels so soft and smooth since I started working this into my hair care routine! I poured it into a mister spray bottle to make the application a lot easier; I found I was wasting and losing product trying to apply it straight from the bottle." —Kelly Jean

Get it from Amazon for $10.97.

Promising review: "Better than what I expected. My hair is less frizzy, and the curls are more pronounced. My hair looks healthy and I love the fact that this is a clean product and I am supporting a woman-owned business." —Marta Shepherd

Get it from RosaleeAndCo on Etsy for $13+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "I’ve only used it on my hair once so far and I love it. I have very long very frizzy hair and this completely managed my hair with a few pumps. My hair feels super soft and manageable. Not sure what smell some people in the other reviews are referring to? Doesn’t smell bad at all and it goes away after a while so it really smells like nothing." —Valerie

Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

Promising review: "Works great for frizzy or dry hair. Makes my hair look smooth and shiny without looking greasy. No stickiness, is lightweight, and keeps the shine in my hair for at least two full days. I wash every other day, and my hair is still smooth. I highly recommend it!" —Journeygirl

Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in two sizes).

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Promising review: "I have tried so many things and was disappointed each time. I decided to give this shampoo a try. I was shedding massive amounts of hair each time I washed it. On day one of using this product, I went from a ball of hair to a small amount of hair coming out. Then, it went to just a few strands. It took exactly one month for me to notice a difference. I first noticed new hair growth where my hair was receding. I then noticed my hair felt thicker when I ran my fingers through it. That is when I decided to take a picture to see if there was a visual difference, and to my surprise, there was! I am sold on this product and have now subscribed to it! It’s too affordable to not give it a try!" —Shannon Smith

Get it from Amazon for $13.95+ (available in four sizes, three scents, and a pack of two).

Promising review: "I have always endured terrible hair, thin, stringy, flat with split ends to boot. My hairdresser introduced me to the Davines line. MAGIC (and I never write reviews.) I have NEVER had hair like this, I even get compliments. Yes, the products from this line are pricey, but they go a long way; you need very little of each, and they all smell divine. I can actually say I love my hair." —Patricia S.

Get it from Amazon for $21+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "I have straight and thick hair that never holds shape. The quality of this mousse and smell is AMAZING! The thickness is great; it isn’t sticky and applies so easily. It makes my hair soft, shiny, and NOT greasy. I use this before I curl my hair and it will hold all day no matter what I’m doing. At the end of the day, because my hair type is straight, it can look greasy in the bangs from lack of volume but this product doesn’t add to it in fact it takes away greasiness or distracts it from the volume it adds to my hair type. I will be a repeat buyer especially for the price!" —Erin

Get it from Amazon for $3.98.

Promising review: "Bought this for my preteen who wanted one. I couldn’t justify spending $100+ on a blow dryer like this, so finding this one was perfect. She loves it and I love that it was unexpected. It dries her hair how it’s supposed to." —aethomp

Get it from Target for $25.49 (available in two colors).

Promising review: "My hair has never felt healthier since I added this product to my routine. After just a few uses, I noticed my hair feeling thicker and fuller, with a noticeable improvement in texture. It’s much smoother and more manageable. It also completely eliminated my dandruff, something I’ve struggled with for a while. The formula leaves my scalp feeling refreshed and clean without any irritation. My hair looks shinier and more vibrant overall, and I’m seeing less breakage." —Jonathan Santos

Get it from Amazon for $9.97.

Promising review: "I’ve been buying this product for years. It’s a great detangler, hair protectant, and it cuts down your blow drying time. And it smells GREAT!" —Ann P

Get it from Amazon for $16+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "This hair serum is so amazing! The scent is really light and doesn’t linger. It makes my hair feel softer and gives it more shine." —Cesar Arroyo

Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in six styles).

Promising review: "LOVE this cute and indestructible clip! I get compliments on it all the time, and I love just showing people how tough it is." —Akhera

Get it from Sephora for $24.

Promising review: "Eye-catching design that goes well with plenty of styles!" —JYJ991112

Get it from Urban Outfitters for $12 (available in two colors).

Promising review: "This is probably the best leave-in I have ever used. I have tried many since I'm in my late '40s and have always had long hair. It makes your hair very soft without adding any bad weight or texture. My hair instantly softens upon contact, and the tangles are gone. The bonus is the smell; it is very nice and lasts for days. This will be my new forever product." —JustAmom76

Get it from Amazon for $7.67.

Promising review: "I’ve used this shampoo for a few months now, and it has tremendously helped my scalp, and you feel like it is not harming my hair, either. I tried it because I had scalp issues and had already tried several other brands with no luck. I tried this brand, and within a week or two, my scalp was much better after using it consistently for a while; I’m not having the problems associated with itching nearly as often. This is a good lathering shampoo, and it doesn’t take much. When you use it first, you will notice that your hair feels clean and soft. I recommend giving this a try if you are having scalp issues." —Creek Girl

Get it from Amazon for $7.32.

Promising review: "I had ordered countless products to help my hair restore healthiness. I processed my hair often, and it became dry and dull over time; I used this in the shower (it doesn’t take much!) and left it in while finishing my shower routine. Afterward, I used a SMALL amount of the Arvazallia Premium Argan Oil Hair Treatment and let it air dry before styling. ALL the softness returned and felt great to the touch!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

Promising review: "Sooooooo soft, and it holds up. Either my head is a little big or the towel is a little short, so I have to stretch the elastic a bit to latch it. I was afraid that it would fall apart after just a few uses, but it’s been like six months now and it’s going strong!! So useful I bought a second one." —warmhappycat

Get it from CaribbeanCurlz on Etsy for $14.99 (available in two colors).

Promising review: "This has shocked me. I have notoriously been extremely irritated with dry shampoo. I feel like I have tried them all, and they just irritate me because I never feel like they do much and cost me a ton, and the aerosol runs out so fast! BUT THIS!!!! I am amazed. It gives my hair body, and literally, I can go for six days without washing, and it looks fabulous when normally, by day two, I am a grease ball. I bet I could go longer with this dry shampoo but I wash it just cause it’s weird for me not to. Hope this helps. God bless!" —Megan Ellis

Get it from Amazon for $12.59 (available in nine shades).

Get it from Free People for $18.

Promising review: "I have used WOW on my course curly hair for several weeks and instantly became obsessed. In an effort to reduce hair product costs, I gave this product a try, and to my surprise, it works just as well. There is a scent to this one. However, it goes away quickly once you continue to dry your hair. Well worth the money if you are looking for less frizz." —Kirby Reardon

Get it from Amazon for $14.89.

BTW, Briogeo is a Black woman-owned business devoted to creating beauty formulas for you and the planet.

Promising review: "My hair is fine, soft, natural platinum silver. If I use heat on it to style it, I use this product now. Before this product, I didn’t realize how easily silver hair would turn yellow and burn. This product is wonderful because it protects from high heat...up to 450. It smells great, too, and it is not sticky or tacky. Keeps your hair soft and smooth. I highly recommend it!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "My hair was always straight until recently, so I’m still pretty new to figuring out my curly/wavy hair. My hair is fine and probably about a 2b, which is curlier when shorter. I had been sleeping on a regular cotton pillowcase and waking up to frizz and limpness, so I knew I needed to change things up. This is my first bonnet, and it works great! I’ve tried using it both in a loose pineapple using the included scrunchie, and on its own, and it definitely keeps my curls/waves more defined and less frizzy for longer and helps my hair to keep its definition. In its curly state, my hair is right at/just past my shoulders, and I was worried about there being too much space in the bonnet to keep my hair looking good, but it does the job! I also can’t stand being too warm at night, and I find this doesn’t bother me." —DC

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in 15 styles).

Promising review: "I didn't think this would work. My hair is thin-ish and doesn't hold curl that well. I burn myself nonstop with the curling wand, just to have my hair lose most of the curl. So I tried this. I followed the suggestions in the reviews and a few YouTube videos that said to do it with dry hair, and OMG MY HAIR WAS GORGEOUS the next day. A beautiful wave, my hair was silky and shiny, AND it lasted THREE DAYS!!! I brushed them out daily, so they loosened a bit but were still VERY pretty. I may never use my curling wand again because I read you can put this in your hair for two hours, and it will work. The tighter you wrap your hair, the tighter the curl, so you CAN get different looks." —Janice Morse

Get the set from Amazon for $15.96+ (available in 14 styles), which includes two bonus satin scrunchies.

Promising review: "Best brush I have ever used. Combs right through my easily tangled hair. I can't believe I never bought this before; I am losing so much less hair and I know I will have much less split ends. My hair stylist recommended it and I do, too. Worked great in the shower and while dry. Also, the little hair I did lose, came off the brush real easy. The brush is lightweight so great for those with arthritis problems or for on-the-go. What a great price for such a wonderful product." —Jazmin Sandoval

Get it from Amazon for $10.98+ (available in 25 styles).

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