6 Splurge Worthy Hair Products

Stylists bristle at the thought of cheap hairbrushes with good reason: they can pull on strands, resulting in split ends. But this one's natural boar bristles glide gently through hair, boosting shine with each stroke. "It's one of the most incredible brushes on the market," says L.A. stylist Adir Abergel. Plus, the lightweight cork handle makes blow-drying a breeze. ($44; ibizahair.com)

"There's nothing like it on the market," says N.Y.C. hairstylist Ted Gibson of this iron. The distance separating the barrels creates the perfect amount of space between each spiral for a tousled effect. "Traditional irons form identical curls, which don't look natural," Gibson says. And because the tapered ends are clamp-free, there's no need to worry about telltale crimps. ($180; blissworld.com)

Want a quicker drying time with less damage? Look no further. "This is a pretty powerful device," says N.Y.C. hairstylist Antonio Prieto. "I use it eight hours a day and it doesn't let up." The top-notch engine generates a constant, even stream of heat that dries strands faster, straighter and shinier, while the five settings make it safe to use on even the most delicate hair. ($220; solanopower.com)

This two-part deep-conditioning treatment contains mineral-rich water from the bottom of the Pacific Ocean--which is almost as far as some stylists would go for it. Crushable spheres filled with lipids, vitamins A and E, and marine nutrients soften hair and nourish the scalp when combined with a hydrating cream base. "By treating the scalp and not just the hair, you're encouraging good growth," says N.Y.C. hairstylist Coby Alcantar. ($145; keratase-usa.com)

Just a few drops of this lightweight formula--loaded with camellia oil, a traditional Japanese beauty secret--boost shine, detangle, and nourish strands. "I use it as a hydrating treatment, a styling product, and a finisher. It does it all," says Louise O'Connor, owner of OC61 salon in New York City. As a bonus, natural UV blockers protect hair against the drying, fading effects of the sun. ($65; shuuemuraartofhair-usa.com)

True, the price might burn a hole in your budget, but this is one flatiron that won't scorch your strands. That's because the tourmaline-coated ceramic plates heat quickly and evenly, straightening hair from roots to ends with a single pass. "This iron brings out shine and leaves hair moist instead of dry and brittle," says N.Y.C. hairstylist Ursula Stephen. Even the highest temperature setting (450 degrees) produces smooth, silky and static-free results. ($450; fhiheat.com)