Top 10 At-Home Hair Gloss Treatments

WHAT IT DOES: This hair gloss is a multi-hyphenate. In addition to controlling frizz and contributing to all-over shine, Alterna’s Glow For It Universal Gloss protects your locks from heat damage up to 450 degrees. 

WHO IT’S FOR: Due to its lightweight, moisturizing formula, those with dry strands will see the best results from this at-home hair gloss product.

WHAT TO LOVE: Shiny, frizz-free locks are just one wash away. And while Shu Uemura’s Color Lustre Treatment Mask is not the most affordable product on this list, the cost is similar to what you’d pay for a gloss treatment in a hair salon—but with this one you get repeat uses. 

WHO IT’S FOR: This product was designed for all hair types and textures, but because it’s made to prevent color fading, it’s a particularly good option for those with color-treated hair.

WHAT TO LOVE: This best-selling clear hair gloss from John Frieda can smooth over any hair situation. Ideal for those with dry, damaged strands, the Luminous Color Glaze Clear Shine is formulated with hydrolyzed collagen to give you soft, healthy-looking locks. 

USER REVIEW: This hair gloss has over 300 5-star reviews. Here’s one we love: “So, if you want your hair shining bright like a diamond, then you need to try this because I promise you that you will not be disappointed.”

WHAT IT DOES: TRESemmé, TRESemmé, ooh-la-la! Iconic jingle aside, TRESemmé has been a household name since the ‘90s due to its affordable, effective products. Both a deep conditioner and an at-home hair gloss treatment, this product is no exception.

HOW TO USE IT: For salon-level results from this hair gloss hybrid, skip the conditioner in your shower routine and apply this product instead. Let it sit for at least three minutes before rinsing, then style as usual.

WHAT IT DOES: If you’ve ever wished upon a star for an effective color-protecting hair gloss you can use at home, this one’s for you. With the moisturizing powers of a deep conditioner, this mask provides a layer of semi-permanent color and shine that will fool others into thinking you hired a personal hair stylist. 

WHO IT’S FOR: Great news: dpHUE made their Gloss+ Semi-permanent Hair Color and Deep Conditioner available in a variety of colors including auburn, light blonde, dark brown, black, and more.

WHAT TO LOVE: Kérastase is a salon-name brand, so the fact they’ve made their hair gloss treatment available for us to use at home deserves a round of applause. Plus, the combination of nourishing acids behind this gloss was chosen to prevent dyed hair from being stripped of its color. 

HOW TO USE IT: Once a week, apply one to two doses (measurements are on the bottle) to your hair after shampooing, midstrand to tips. Leave the hair gloss on for at least two minutes, then rinse thoroughly.

WHAT IT DOES: Both a heat protectant and a smoothing serum, Color WOW’s Pop + Lock Frizz Control hair gloss is made to infuse hydration and moisture into the hair. It also prevents damage caused by heat styling tools and UV rays, and it seals split ends.

USER REVIEW: Here’s one from a shopper who purchased this at-home hair gloss earlier this year: “This has a little bit of shimmer, but it isn’t gritty on the hands or hair. It doesn’t feel overly oily either, which I appreciate. I have a lot of breakage on the crown of my head that’s very obvious on wash day, and this helps tame it without leaving my hair and scalp feeling dirty.”

WHAT IT DOES: Pureology’s Color Fanatic Top Coat + Clear Hair Gloss was made to restore your hair back to its shiniest form. Over 300 shoppers have given this at-home hair gloss treatment a 5-star review, with many mentioning that it brought the “oomph” back to their color-treated strands. 

WHO IT’S FOR: If you’re a cool blonde, this clear hair gloss is one of the best options on our list for you, because toning down brassiness is another thing it excels at. 

WHAT IT DOES: You don’t need to visit the salon for a hair gloss treatment—you need L'Oréal’s Le Color Gloss One Step Toning Gloss. A deep conditioner, a toner, and a hair gloss, this product is available in a clear version as well as renditions for blondes, brunettes, and redheads. 

HOW TO USE IT: This gloss works a little differently than those we’ve covered before. You’ll still apply it to clean, damp hair, but L'Oréal recommends leaving it in your locks for up to 15 minutes (a little less depending for a less dramatic color effect). Tip: If you overdo it, try a clarifying shampoo.

WHAT TO LOVE: With over 1,000 5-star reviews on Amazon, Amika’s Flash Instant Shine Mask deserves its spot as the best at-home hair gloss treatment on our list. Grab your stopwatch, because this product promises to deliver silky, shiny hair in 60 seconds. And while it’s formulated to target dullness, it will also protect your strands from UV and heat damage.

USER REVIEW: “I have blonde hair that looks great the first couple of weeks after getting my roots and highlights done. After that, it gets pretty dull. I have been trying for years to find something that will brighten my hair before going back to the salon. I happened upon this product while scrolling through Amazon and absolutely love it. My hair looks brighter and feels softer. This is a great product!”