My friends frequently inquire about how I achieve such glossy hair—this shine treatment is the secret.

      This might come across as a bit self-indulgent, but one of the aspects I take the greatest pride in is my hair. I’ll try almost anything—cut it to chin length, let it grow wildly, or even chop '60s-style bangs (seriously, I’m actually contemplating that right now)—with the assurance that it will look fantastic because I maintain my hair in excellent condition. Regardless of whether my friends are fans of my new style (the 2024 French bob was somewhat divisive), the one compliment I consistently receive is about my shiny hair. While it’s true that a lot of that natural glossiness stems from not dyeing my hair or getting regular salon treatments, I also have a selection of shine-enhancing products that I depend on to add that extra glossy finish. One of them is DpHue Gloss+, my go-to for richer color and shinier strands.

      Let me introduce you to the first product I applied to my freshly cut bob and a staple for improved color and shine: DPHue’s semipermanent hair gloss, which acts as both a temporary colorant and a deep conditioner. Since the formula does not contain bleach, peroxide, or ammonia, it is safe to use anytime and anywhere—just apply it to your hair instead of conditioner and leave it on for three to 30 minutes (I typically shave while waiting for the gloss to work its charm) before rinsing it out.

      Each bottle provides approximately eight to 12 applications, depending on your hair’s length and the amount needed to cover your strands. Each pump dispenses a glossy, softening formula that deeply hydrates and boosts shine, leaving your hair looking brighter and glossier than ever. The gloss is available in 13 shades to suit a variety of hair colors, and while you can enhance your natural tone with a slightly darker or brighter version of your shade (I use the Gloss+ in Cool Medium Brown to tint my dark brown hair to a sleeker, somewhat deeper hue), you can also layer a sheer, semipermanent wash of a different color for a fresh look. For instance, I’ve tried adding an auburn shade over my mocha-brown hair for a trendy bordeaux effect. If you want to elevate your look further, you can even blend the glosses together to create a custom color.

      Though this product won’t completely eliminate greys, it can reduce the frequency of your expensive salon color sessions by using this gloss weekly, which not only enhances your shade but also acts as a deep-conditioning treatment. However, that’s just the beginning of the glossy-hair miracles. Keep reading for more essential products for shiny hair.

      **More Glossy-Hair Products**

      **L'Oréal Paris, Amazon**

      Glossing Lamination Hair Mask

      One of the most effective affordable hair glosses I’ve tried.

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      Extra Mystical Shine Spray

      This spray provides a mirror-like shine and serves as a heat protector—who doesn’t love a multipurpose spray?

      Hair oil is one of the top products for an instant shine boost.

      **COLOR WOW**

      Pop + Lock High Gloss Finish

      This hair-glazing serum also helps combat frizz.

      **Amika**

      Flash Instant Shine Mask

      I excel at math—I know hydration equals shine!

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