"It doesn't matter whether I'm creating a fictional story for an ad campaign or crafting a more everyday realistic look in the salon: my can of L'Oreal Paris Elnett Satin Extra Strong Hold Hairspray, $14.99, is the product I cannot do without. There's a wide range of options within the Elnett products for dry, damaged hair, color treated hair, extra strong hold, etc., which allows me to select the perfect one for the occasion. Its satin finish leaves the hair looking silky and fresh, and the hold is perfect for locking in a look or a more brushable, softer finish. I tell people to think of it as a workable styling spray; use it to take your style at home to the next level. Pro tip: don't use it on wet hair, but once your hair is dry, be liberal with it! It's really for all types of hair. I love its ability to give finer hair that extra lift of volume. My favorite secret weapon isn't a secret anymore and I am more than ok with that!"

"The secret weapon product for me is our R+Co Waterfall Moisture + Shine Lotion, $29. It introduces moisture to the hair strands, controls frizz and gives controllability that makes hair feel healthy. It gives the hair a quality that no other product I have found can do along with the protective ability to withstand heat from styling tools that dry hair and create frizz. We design our products so application and use are very simple; we want you to get the same results on your own as you would from seeing a professional. It creates moisture without heavy build-up and works on all hair types, especially from very fine to medium hair."

"I'm quite fond of our IGK Good Behavior Spirulina Protein Smoothing Spray, $32. It does exactly what it says: it's like a keratin treatment in a can. It smooths, adds shine and reduces frizz up to 24-hours and has 450°F heat protection. I apply the product to my client's damp, towel-dried hair and rough dry it, then mist the hair again in sections and flat iron for the smoothest results. Even if you don't use it when you blow-dry, always use it when you flatiron or curl to seal the cuticle, reduce frizz and protect your hair from heat. My tip is to spray both the top and the bottom of the section of hair, then comb it through. You get the most frizz at the ends — and that's where most of your damage is — so adding extra on the ends will give you a more polished look. It can be used on any hair type, but it's especially good for hair prone to frizz."

"I'm in love with my Ouai Leave-In Conditioner, $26. It's a hydrating pre-style spray that also acts as a leave-in conditioner, detangler and heat protectant for frizz-free hair. It's the perfect blend of tamarind seed extract the amino acid blend, vitamin E and hydrolyzed proteins. I mist it onto my client's towel-dried, damp hair prior to brushing and/or heat styling for added conditioning, thermal protection and frizz-free hair. I love it because it works well on all hair types; it completely upgrades your morning hair routine."

"I gotta say, Olaplex is my secret weapon. Here's the deal: you can't send a client to set with damaged hair, so you have to be really mindful when coloring hair prior to a shoot or a big event. It really helps me achieve those incredible fantasy colors and amazing transformations my clients love without damage because some of those colors take several rounds of color processing to achieve. Not only does it help rebuild the bonds of the hair during and post-processing, but it helps the color stay put when the hair shaft is open during a color service. It helps my client's hair look and feel amazing and achieves amazing color without damage. If a client has a color service and needs to go to a shoot the next day, I advise them to apply Olaplex Hair Perfector No. 3, $28, to their hair before bed, sleep in it, then shampoo it out and condition the next morning. It's amazing. Works every time."