The next time you head to the drug store for essentials, cheer yourself up by buying something that’s going to make you look and feel good—like a great (and affordable) hair mask. We rounded up some drug store faves that will not only transform your tresses but will lift your spirits in quarantine. Whether detangling is your mane concern, or if you want to heighten your curls, reduce frizz or stop breakage, you don’t need to break the bank to achieve enviable hair. Bookmark these before you go on your next essentials run – you’ll be thanking us later. Scroll through for our list of best drug store hair masks for every hair goal.
To Tame Tangles - Dark & Lovely Detangling Cream: $6.99
Made with peppermint oil, aloe, and avocado, this newly launched cream by Dark & Lovely doubles both as a mask and an everyday detangler. It’s free from dyes, mineral oils, and, petroleum, and works on all hair types—you can find it at Rite Aid and Walmart.
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To Revive Curls – Carol’s Daughter Coco Crème Curl Quenching Deep Moisture Mask: $8.39
Made for extremely dry hair, this curl reviver by Carol’s Daughter is formulated without silicones, parabens, petrolatum, mineral oil, or artificial colors. Curls will be quenched and deeply hydrated from roots to ends with this key hair mask.
Formulated with real botanicals, coconut milk, and aloe, this cruelty-free Herbal Essences mask is made sans parabens and sulfates. It’s color-safe and pH-balanced, and will nourish brittle, dry strands.
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To Add Shine Without Scent - Kristin Ess Fragrance Free Deep Treatment Mask: $14
Enhance shine without an overpowering scent courtesy of the Kristin Ess Fragrance Free Deep Treatment Mask, which adds instant softness to every hair type.
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To Clarify the Scalp - Yes To Tea Tree Soothing Spray-On Hair Mask: $9.99
This unique mask actually sprays on, doubling as a leave-in conditioner. With 98% natural ingredients, this ultra-clarifying mask is ideal for anyone dealing with a dry or itchy scalp and lasts for 10 uses.
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To Tame Frizz - Hair Food Avocado & Argan Oil Smooth Hair Mask: $2.99
This clean beauty mask by Hair Food reduces frizz, leaving hair shiny and smooth with one use.
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To Save Time - Love Beauty & Planet Murumuru Butter & Rose Blooming Strength and Shine 2 Minute Magic Masque: $2.49
Lounging around all day with a mask in your hair isn’t for everyone, which is why when all you want to spend is two minutes, this time-saver from Love Beauty & Planet is your go-to. Hydrate damaged hair with 97% naturally derived ingredients and feel great in no time.
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