If you're going to attack your hair with a curling wand or flat iron, you know you need a heat protection spray. But layering that over a detangler can be too heavy. Ken Paves You Are Beautiful Detangling Thermal Protectant Spray, $18, does both jobs. It contains antioxidants — black, green and white tea extracts — to protect hair from damage, as well as sunflower seed oil for hydration.

If you suspect your water is too hard or too soft, you could invest in a fancy filter — or you could simply spritz your hair with Philip B. pH Restorative Detangling Toning Mist, $24, after you shower. It contains apple cider vinegar to neutralize pH, as well as a blend of botanical oils to hydrate and soften.

The curl experts over at DevaCurl don't believe you should comb or brush curls — your fingers are the only tools you need. When your curls are so knotted you can't get your hands through them, use DevaCurl No-Comb Detangling Spray, $19.95. It's a conditioning spray that allows you to rake out knots without disturbing your curl pattern. It's also light enough that you can layer a curl cream on top without weighing down your hair.

L'Oréal Paris Power Moisture 10 Second Hydra-Detangler, $6, is a hair refresher as much as it is a detangler. The mist is so fine you can spritz it on dry ends or stale-smelling hair throughout the day, and it won't disturb your style.

If you spend big bucks having your hair professionally colored, then you probably want to use as many color-protecting products as possible. Unite 7 Seconds Condition Leave In Detangler, $22, is a fast-working detangler that helps lock color into each hair strand and protects your color from UV damage all day.