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14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day

Neither salt water or chlorine mix well with healthy hair, so moisture masks are an essential part of our summer beauty routines. Chances are you'll be at the beach or pool living your best life, so steer clear of crusty curls by adding one of these nourishing formulas to your bag.
By Nikki Brown · Updated October 26, 2020
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01
Noughty Intensive Care Leave-in Conditioner

This British brand just landed stateside and all of its products are 97% natural, including this thirst-quenching treatment, made with a host of nourishing ingredients like sunflower seed extract, wheat amino acids, sweet almond, argan oil and shea butter.

14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day
available at NaturallyCurly $10 Buy Here
02
Strong Sexy Hair Core Strength

This anti-breakage masque is a godsend for distressed hair that needs a bit more elasticity and of course–moisture! Apply to wet hair leave on for a few minutes before rinsing for best results. 

14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day
available at Ulta $20 Buy Here
03
Flawless by Gabrielle Union Hair Masque

In the words of Gabrielle herself, this product is a must-have for every beach bag, especially for those swimming on the regular! The premium conditioning blend in this cream works to soften and strengthen your hair’s elasticity. 

14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day
available at Flawless Hair $29 Buy Here
04
Macadamia Professional Ultra Rich Moisture Masque

Formulated specifically for textured hair, this mask includes Mongongo Oil for hydration and shea butter to lock it all in.

14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day
available at Ulta $36 Buy Here
05
Phyto Phytoplage After Sun Recovery Mask

If your hair feels extra brittle after a day in the sun, this capuacu butter-infused mask is like a nourishing glass of water for your thirsty strands. 

14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day
available at Amazon $26 Buy Here
06
ColorProof DeepQuench Moisture Masque

Consider this a miracle worker for color-treated strands, as it provides maximum hydration and extends the life of your dye job. 

14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day
available at ColorProof $42 Buy Here
07
It’s a 10 Silk Express Miracle Silk Hair Mask

Use this highly nourishing mask after shampooing to reseal moisture, get rid of frizz and strengthen strands before your next outdoor adventure. 

14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day
available at Ulta $36 Buy Here
08
Cantu Anti-Fade Color Protecting Moisture Masque

Made with nourishing shea butter and baobab seed oil, we guarantee your color-treated strands will fall in love with this moisturizer and look more vibrant than ever. Use in combination with other Cantu products for best results!

14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day
available at Target $6 Buy Here
09
Infusium Repair + Renew Leave In Treatment

This cult favorite leave-in is not only insanely affordable; it’s also infused with argan oil and keratin for added moisture to suffering strands.

14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day
available at Target $7 Buy Here
10
Oyin Handmade Honey Hemp Conditioner

This Black-owned gem makes the best of the best all natural products, including this softening conditioner, enriched with aloe vera gel, hemp oil, honey, and just a touch of hydrolyzed silk protein for your silkiest hair yet!

14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day
available at Target $12 Buy Here
11
Alterna Haircare Bamboo Beach 1 Minute Recovery Masque

Infused with eco-certified bamboo,Tahitian coconut and UV protection, this creamy conditioner will quickly neutralize strands that have been dried out by the sun and/or salt water. 

14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day
available at Sephora $22 Buy Here
12
The Mane Choice Ancient Egyptian Anti-Breakage & Repair Antidote Hair Mask

Filled with a gang of super moisturizing oils (Kalahari Oil, Oleaster Oil, Mongongo Oil, and Baobab Oil) and fatty acids, this affordable formula gets deep into the hair shaft to repair split ends and sun damage. 

14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day
available at Sally Beauty $20 Buy Here
13
Smooth ‘N Shine Polishing Olive & Tea Tree RevivOil Deep Recovery Conditioner

This lightweight conditioner, infused with olive and tea tree oils, will nurse your parched strands back to health without weighing them down with product buildup. 

14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day
available at Walmart $2 Buy Here
14
Creme of Nature Strengthening Hair Masque

This argan oil-infused cream formula will coat parched strands in nourishing ingredients when used as a deep conditioner or co-wash. 

14 Thirst-Quenching Hair Masks You'll Need After a Pool or Beach Day
available at Walmart $8 Buy Here
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