Top Stylists and Editors Agree: These 11 Masks Will Revive Even the Most Damaged Hair

Why we love it: Packed with hydrolysed elastin, castor oil, olive oil and glycerin to boost hydration and lock in moisture, this hair mask was first created by Philip Kingsley for legendary actor and style icon Audrey Hepburn. It's been a cult classic with legions of loyal fans ever since.

Who What Wear editor review: "My hair always tends to feel more dry and brittle during the colder months, says Who What Wear UK beauty contributor, Grace Day. "I always reach for this mask, which doesn't just make hair feel softer and look shinier, but actually strengthens and repairs broken bonds to prevent breakage and that crispy, brittle feeling."

Why we love it: Proof that you don't necessarily need to spend a lot to get an effective hair mask, this drugstore favourite has rave reviews for good reason. Aside from being affordable and delivering impressive results, the packaging is super easy to use, and it smells amazing.

Who What Wear editor review: "My biggest gripe with hair masks is that I'm just too impatient to leave them on for longer than 10 minutes, which is why I love Aussie's 3 Minute Miracle deep-conditioning masks, and they're really affordable," says beauty editor Eleanor Vousden. "You only need to leave it on for three minutes for it to get to work, making it great if you need a more intensive treatment but are in a rush. This always leaves hair feeling nourished, smooth and shiny."

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Why we love it: Those with fine hair will love that whilst this mask is intensely hydrating, it doesn't weigh hair down or leave any greasy residue. Key ingredients include hyaluronic acid and argan oil.

Who What Wear editor review: "This is another hair mask that you don't have to leave on for hours on end to reap the benefits. In just five to 10 minutes, this Beauty Pie mask nourishes parched lengths with argan oil, hyaluronic acid and vegan keratin to ensure hair has bounce and lustre from root to tips," says Vousden. "I'm due a haircut, and this mask has helped tide me over to my next appointment by moisturising my ends."

Why we love it: The price point may be high, but the quality of this hair mask is reflected in the results it delivers. Expect smoother, glossier hair and a clearer, calmer scalp thanks to the unique blend of nourishing plant-based actives, proteins, vitamins and minerals.

Who What Wear editor review: "This hair mask is expensive, but I'd go as far as to say that it's one of the best ones I have ever used," says junior beauty editor Grace Lindsay. "My hair never looks shiny, but this adds salon-worthy radiance that I'm yet to achieve otherwise. It features four botanical oils to strengthen hair from root to tip."

Why we love it: Initially exclusive to professionals, this K18 hair mask remains a hairdresser staple, used to support clients' hair before and after colour treatments. It works by strengthening and repairing the bonds within the hair shaft in order to prevent thinning and brittle texture, and is now (thankfully) available for everyone to buy and use at home.

Who What Wear editor review: "This leave-in mask works like a miracle for repairing hair damage," says Vousden. "I have balayage through my lengths, which has left some damage, but this is like a magic wand for repairing. It's clinically proven to reverse damage in four minutes thanks to bond-building peptide technology that deeply penetrates the hair shaft. Plus, you're encouraged to use it in place of conditioner and you don't need to rinse it out, which is a big time saver."

Why we love it: This mask is a great all-rounder, making it a good choice for any hair type since it does a little bit of everything, but it's particularly good for dry hair. In as little as five minutes, your hair will feel softer, look shinier and be noticeably more hydrated.

Who What Wear editor review: "This is, hands down, the best smelling hair mask I have ever used," says Lindsay. "Like all Hair By Sam McKnight products, the scent lingers for days, and it leaves my hair feeling silky soft. Packed with shea butter, I only have to leave it on for five minutes for nourished, hydrated ends."

Why we love it: No one does shine-focused hair products quite like Color Wow, and this mask is no exception. It smooths and hydrates hair so intensely—as soon as you've set down your hair dryer, you'll notice a glass-like finish.

Who What Wear editor review: "I'm a big fan of Color Wow products, and this mask is no exception," says Lindsay. "Leave it on for five minutes, and you're left with shiny, strong ends that feel silky soft. The packaging is a little bulky, but I'll let it slide, seeing as the results are so good."

Why we love it: Hair masks for coloured hair have to work double duty by boosting hair health and strength to counteract the side effects of the dye, but also adding enough moisture to prevent colour fading and keep it looking bright and fresh. This underrated mask does both exceptionally well.

Who What Wear editor review: "From a lifetime of bleaching, my hair is often quite damaged and dry. I don't know what magic is in this Davines mask, but whenever I use it, my hair feels hydrated, glossy and healthy, so I rely on it during those weeks leading up to my next haircut," says senior fashion and beauty editor for branded content, Rebecca Rhys-Evans. "I really try to only use cruelty-free beauty products, and Davines is a leader in vegan haircare. Also, it smells sensational!"

Why we love it: If you have curly hair, then you'll know all too well that some hair masks can weigh down curls with unwanted residue. This one is light enough in texture to prevent that from happening, yet adds enough moisture to keep curls looking fresh and buoyant.

Who What Wear editor review: Who What Wear US associate editor Shawna Hudson swears by this mask to keep her hair healthy. "This mask is so great for thick, curly hair," she says. "It's hard to find a deep-conditioning mask that actually keeps my hair hydrated, but this one really does, and it makes my hair look so healthy."

Why we love it: Another salon staple, Olaplex's cult No.3 Hair Perfector is less hair mask and more intensive repair treatment. If you regularly colour your hair or use heat tools, you need this on your bathroom shelf.

Who What Wear editor review: Who What Wear US beauty director Erin Jahns regularly uses Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector to keep her strands healthy. "It's been my saving grace ever since I started bleaching my hair, and I swear it's the reason I only lose about three strands when I carefully comb through it," she says. "That said, it's great for every hair texture and every level of damage. It's one of those products anyone with hair on their head needs in their arsenal."

Why we love it: Products that do a little bit of everything don't always do everything well, but this hair mask is an exception. It works to strengthen bonds, protect the hair shaft and boost moisture in one go. It immediately makes hair feel silky and soft, but used regularly (aim for weekly), it will help to improve hair health in the long term, too.

According to Rockefeller, vitamin-rich jojoba and coconut oil help prevent hair breakage and strengthen the hair shaft. "The consistency of the product is incredibly smooth and is easily distributed," Rockefeller says. "I recommend this mask to all my clients, as it works for all hair types. It is extremely effective for chemically treated hair, in particular, including bleached and coloured hair and hair that's been damaged from too much sun exposure or hard water."

Who What Wear editor review: "I don't get tonnes of colour in my hair, just some light balayage once or twice a year, but I always notice a dramatic change in its texture when I do," says Day. "I like to use this mask in the run-up to and immediately following my colour appointment to keep it as healthy (and therefore as smooth and soft) as possible."