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27 Lazy Girl Hair Products From Ulta If You Refuse To Get A Hot Tool Involved In Your Styling

For those days when the thought of putting a 350-degree styling tool near your already-too-hot brow is just too much to bear.

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by Ashley Schumacher BuzzFeed Contributor

I am a contributor who has been writing for BuzzFeed Shopping for over two years with an emphasis on home goods, parenting items and toys, beauty products, and anything that can make your day-to-day life run a little smoother.

1. A JVN air-dry cream, because you shouldn't be punished for breaking up with your hair dryer for the day. Get soft, touchable hold *without* the cronch or Big Bad Heat Tools cramping your style. (Pun intended.)

Ulta

Promising reviews: "I am usually not one to leave comments/reviews, but this stuff is worth it. I buy random hair stuff to try, notice it doesn't do anything, and move on to the next, and I have been in this vicious circle for a while. This product finally took me out of the circle, and I can confidently say it was WORTH every penny. My hair is wavy, and I like to air-dry it, so depending on the weather, my hair's mood, and the moon, it might look good, or I might look like Hermione in movie 1. This stuff changed the game, my waves look textured instead of messy, and smell good too! I would recommend this to anyone because I truly believe it brings out the best in one's hair." —Georgia O.

'What a beautiful styling cream, yet lightweight. Just a little bit tames frizz, shapes curls, and lets you air-dry with a lovely shape and feel. I have fine curly hair, and I love it." —Caroline

Price: $15+ (available in three sizes) 

2. A bottle ofAmika hydrating hair oil to add some silicone-free gloss to your tresses without weighing them down. Just run 1–4 pumps through your damp or dry hair from mid-lengths to ends and let Amika give your hair a BIG moisturizing boost. No hot tools needed.

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Promising review: "This hair oil is fantastic. I have three of the four horsemen of crunchy hair — hard water, dry environment, heat damage — and this oil is very conditioning. I imagine bleach damage would also benefit. I've used it on wet and dry hair, and it makes my frizzy ends sooo soft. If you have fine hair or thin hair, this product is not for you. You need to be realistic about this one. I have A LOT of hair, so this works great for me, but if your ponytail is the thickness of your pinky, you will not like the results of this product. It's a very thick oil, and I usually use a single pump. I'll probably buy this again." —Kate

Price: $33 

3. A Kitsch satin heatless curls set if you want to have a true ~I woke up like this~ moment. As someone who is *not* great at hair things, this only took me a couple of tries to get down to a science, and I can now wrap my hair up without looking in the mirror in under five minutes and wake up to blowout-styled hair. BLESS.

Ulta

Promising review: "Loved that it is so easy to put in and it truly just is the easiest hairstyle to wake up to, and all you have to do is take it out, give your hair a flip, and there you have the most beautiful blowout!" —AZ

Price: $18 (available in two colors)

4. A fur oil designed to treat all your hair from head to toe. Reviewers LOVE this for using all over (including dry ends!) so if you're wanting a hydration supercharge you can use however, wherever, add this to your cart yesterday. 

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Promising review: "I avoided this for so long due to the price, but finally caved. No regrets!! I have PCOS and have excessively thick hair, and when using this after showering, my hair and skin are so soft. Also, the bottle is so cute, I plan on reusing it when it's gone (which should be a while since a little does go a long way!!)."  —Jordan 

Price: $28+ (available in two sizes) 

5. A Curlsmith styling balm that'll solidly define your curls and waves without needing to diffuse. (Though you totally can if you want to!) Just run through with your fingers and enjoy "I did this on purpose" hair without having to go through a whole routine if you're not feeling it. 

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Promising review: "I have thick, waist length, 2c hair. This balm did a great job at defining my wave texture while keeping my hair soft with no sticky residue. I used this balm on the lengths and then followed with some effortless waves spray all over. I let it air dry and it still looked good after sleeping on it, I just touched up with a little moisture reactivator spray. Usually products that don't create a cast don't hold up so well overnight but this combo (balm plus wave spray) did. The scent is fine. It's more "natural" but dissipates quickly." —Hazel

Price:$12.50+ (available in three sizes) 

6. A pair of Kitsch zigzag headbands, because sometimes the best answer to feeling put together without touching your straightener is just tossing it back, and this cute headband wants to be your sidekick! They won't budge throughout the day, too, so no matter what activity is on the agenda, you won't be blowing strands out of your face. 

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Promising review: "I have ordered these zig-zag headbands several times because they are the only headbands that keep my fine hair secure. They do not slip out and are cute!" —SherryR

Price: $10 for a 2-pack

7. Some no-rinseAmika Dream Routine overnight hydration treatment formulated to be the perfect pre-bed ritual that will moisturize your hair with hyaluronic acid, blue and green algae, and bio-fermented coconut water. No morning shower needed here: You can wake up and go with happy, healthy hair that's just as ready to seize the day as you are!

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Promising review: "FINALLY SOMETHING THAT WORKS AS ADVERTISED!!! I've tried literally everything to keep my ends from drying out and breaking in the dry, bitter Colorado winter, and this stuff is, hands down, the best. It's easy to apply, smells AMAZING, and doesn't leave my hair feeling greasy. My bleached, rarely trimmed ends feel so soft every morning and stay soft. My hair smells like I just got out of the salon. Love love love cannot recommend enough." —Meagan

Price: $34

8. SomeLiving Proof volume and texture spray that'll put some "oomph" in your roots without having to pull out the heated round brush. This will transform your flat hair into that perfectly lived-in vibe that will make it look like you spent 20 minutes in front of the mirror instead of, you know, 2. 

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Promising review: "I have been searching for a dry volume spray as a finishing touch, styling, and was not DISAPPOINTED. Love this product. It really helps add texture and has some hold, but doesn't make my hair feel like a helmet. You need this!!" —Lisa

Price: $19+ (available in three sizes)

9. Anoval flat claw clip if your hair could REALLY use a wash or styling session, but you need to be out the door stat. Throw it up in a cute twist with this and let the oh-so-chic flat design do the talking. (So your hair doesn't shout about it being wash day, duh.) 

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Promising review: "These claw clips make putting my hair up so easy. I love that it helps keep my hair off my neck. I love that it is thick enough to hold all of my hair." —Marissa

Price: $10for a 2-pack

10. An Amika Dry Shampoo aptly named ~the perk up~ because sometimes that's all that's standing between you and a great hair day, and now Amika has BOTTLED it for you. Reviewers love that this one doesn't leave a residue or icky buildup behind, so use it liberally in between washes to bring the va-voom back into your wilty strands. 

Ulta

Promising review: "This is the best dry shampoo! It cleans my fine hair without weighing it down or leaving any residue or build-up. I use it for three days straight between hair-washings to keep my hair looking great." —Wendy

Price: $16+ (available in three sizes) 

11. Or some Batiste dark dry shampoo if you're looking to soak up those oils and really steer clear of any white residue that might pop up. This ultra-concentrated formula has ~a splash of color~ thrown in to make sure it blends seamlessly with darker hair and won't leave you looking ashy. 

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Promising review: "I've tried a lot of dry shampoos, and Batiste is the one I keep coming back to. It absorbs oil quickly and actually makes my hair look clean instead of just masking the grease. I love that it adds a bit of volume too, which is a lifesaver on busy days when I don't have time to wash and style. The scent is fresh but not overpowering, and it doesn't leave a heavy residue if you blend it in well. It's also super affordable compared to other brands, which makes it easy to keep on hand. This is a staple for busy days!!" —Jasmine

Price: $16.49

12. A glossing detangler to work out the knots *and* give you lasting shine that will make you look magazine-shoot-ready at a moment's notice. Plus, you can also use it as a hydrating boost throughout your hair washing cycle, not just after you shower. It's sure to be your new lazy girl secret weapon so maybe just go ahead and grab the big bottle while you're at it. 

Ulta

Promising review: "As someone with naturally wavy hair, my hair usually gets very frizzy after I wash it or when the weather is humid. It also tangles super easily, naturally. I just do a couple of sprays on my hair while it's wet when I get out of the shower and brush it through, and my hair dries so silky and shiny with no frizz!! It feels super soft throughout 13-hour nursing shifts and barely tangles. Highly recommend!!" —Sofia

Price: $15+ (available in three sizes) 

13. A Ouai lightweight hair oil for kicking frizz and split ends to the curb once and for all. With over 1,500 5-star reviews, you're going to want to get in on this holy grail that takes only a few drops to work its magic. (So that means this bottle will last you A WHILE, too!)

Ulta

Promising review: "It's amazing. My hairstylist recommended this product. I was looking for an oil to help my damaged ends from highlights. This did not disappoint. Lightweight, not greasy, nice smell. My hair is so soft. Highly recommend." —Danielle B. 

Price: $18+(available in two sizes) 

14. A hair-taming wand so you can wave a magic wand over your flyaways and baby hairs to give you the sleekest ponytail around. It's designed to be mega-portable, too, so give yourself a couple of quick swipes before that big brunch group photo you know will be all over socials later. 

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Promising review: "So I never used these types of products, nor do I leave reviews often. HOWEVER, I feel I must shout from the rooftops my love of this product! Around month 4 postpartum, I lost my hair in clumps, and around month 7, it started growing back. I had pathetic tufts of hair that would stick out from the front of my head. This wand helped me keep them down and hide them so well! I use it daily to cover my baby bird feathers, as I like to call them. I'm gonna start buying this for all my pregnant friends as part of their baby shower gifts! It doesn't make my hair look greasy, as it is a very light formula. It just gently tames the wild hairs and keeps them at bay. Super easy to use. The packaging and applicator are perfect, easy to pop into any bag for on-the-go, but it does hold up pretty well for me, and I don't have to touch up often, if ever. 10/10 product." —Hannah banana 1228

Price: $12 

15. A set of styling clips that not only can keep your damp hair out of your face while you're doing your skincare and makeup routine, but can also ~help lightly guide it~ into some heat-free styles. Got some curtain bangs or layers you want swooping away from your face? Throw these in when your hair is slightly damp to let them dry into their PERFECT selves without reaching for the curling iron. 

Ulta

Promising review: "I really like these clips, they're a pretty color, they don't get stuck, and they hold and and style my S waves perfectly while I do my makeup. 10/10 😊" —Cherry Pie

Price: $8 for a six-pack

16. Or a giant tortoise-colored claw clip that can haul all your hair away from your face and—if you play your GRWM cards right—can leave you with some bounce and body to your hair if you twist it up while your hair is still a little wet. 

Ulta

Promising review: "I just got this clip, but I've been wearing it all day, and I haven't had to readjust it once. My hair has gotten a lot longer lately, and I've needed to use a larger clip. My hair is about past my chest, and this fits my hair perfectly, and has not come loose at all, great hold! And it's cute." —Ca1111

Price: $14.99 

17. A curl activator for a FULL DAY of stunning curl definition thanks to the fruit extract that that helps tighten the cuticle to support curl formation. *Basically,* this attacks your slouchy curls ~at the root~ to ensure you get the most bang for your curly-haired buck. (No scrunching under the hairdryer needed.) 

Ulta

Promising review: "I don't normally write reviews, but I had to write a quick one just to say this stuff is amazing! I have wavy hair that I have to use mousse or gel to make it curl up. My hair has never looked as good as it does since using this! It smells absolutely wonderful and doesn't make your hair crunchy like a mousse does! I'm so glad I tried this!!" —Mira

Price: $14+ (available in four sizes) 

18. A Redken hair bandage balm, because you shouldn't have to give yourself a full blowout on a daily basis just to avoid split ends. Throw this in your damp hair and sit back while it seals up those split ends and stops breakage in its tracks. 

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Promising review: "This product delivers!!!!!!! I was curling my hair so it would look nice. Frizzy and dry ends. I have been using this for three weeks now, and my hair looks great even when not styled without weighing it down." —Sara

Price: $46

19. A 5-in-1 styling cream you *can* use with heat tools (BOO), but you can ~also~ use for air drying. (YAY!) It keeps your hair cleaner for longer *and* softens it to enhance shine, so you can be a lil' air-dried, good-hair-day embodiment wherever you go. 

Ulta

Promising review: "I've been using this product for years. I air-dry my wavy, coarse hair. This product adds a lot of body and fullness. It helps detangle hair after washing. I feel like they improve the product over time. I also use 1 pump of their Hair Perfector before applying this styling cream. I highly recommend this 5-in-1 styler." —Susan

Price: $19+ (available in two sizes) 

20. A Briogeo hair-styling stick that's basically the hair glue stick of ✨dreams✨. Apply it to dry hair, use a comb or fingers to smoothe, and enjoy up to a 24-hour hold without feeling like a grease bucket. 

Ulta

Promising review: "I love this wax stick! Repurchased so many times! Every time I use it, I get compliments, and I'm asked what I use!! A little goes a long way, and it fits perfectly in my purse. When I use this product, I don't need anything else in my hair. This wax stick holds all day, and doesn't need to be re-applied unless I wear a hat." —Yanni 

Price: $23 

21. A Coco & Eve hair elixir designed to be the perfect cherry on top of your lazy girl styling efforts. This adds insta-shine, insta-gloss, *and* smells delicious, with notes of coconut and fig. Haircare that doubles as a hair perfume? Heck yeah, we'll try it!

Ulta

Promising review: "This hair serum is the BEST, and I've tried many!! My hair has never been softer and shinier since using this product. A little goes a long way and does not weigh your hair down or leave it greasy. It has a light coconut scent, not overbearing. A must have!! I'll never buy another brand again." —Aangel

Price: $22+(available in two sizes) 

22. A Kenra Professional texturizing taffy *you* can't eat, but your hair sure can! This really is like candy for your hair and will give it sleek volume without you having to plug in or use a cord. 

Ulta

Promising review: "This is FINALLY what I was looking for in a stiffer hair taffy or wax product. It has the hold level I wanted and was looking for, and doesn't leave my hair feeling or looking dry or straw-like. It is very natural-looking and has a nice sheen. Highly recommend, and I WILL purchase this again. I have used Kenra products in the past and should have gone with a brand that I know and like." —Luanne

Price: $25

23. A Cécred sealing lotion, if you've ever thought, " Why is lotion only for my skin? Well, put that thinking cap aside, because now there *is* lotion for your hair! This will keep your hair moisturized and frizz-free no matter how high the humidity, so basically it's a summer MUST. 

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Promising review: "I was skeptical about Cécred, but this product is out of this world! It is very hydrating and defines instantly. It tamed my 4b hair and kept it hydrated for daaayysss." —kelz 

Price: $19+ (available in two sizes) 

24. A Bed Head hydrating jelly oil that'll help if your hair is looking more Sahara Desert, and less flowing streams of hydrated tresses. Give them an oasis of moisture by applying a small amount of this jelly to your mid-lengths and ends, then let it air-dry and get ready for the compliments to roll in. 

Ulta

Promising review: "Pleeeaaaasssee don't ever discontinue this product! It makes my hair super soft, shiny, and hydrated! It's the last step in my hair care routine. I'll apply it to slightly damp hair and finish with a blowout on low heat (this after my detangler and blowout cream), and let me tell you, my hair has never felt sooo good. I've tried every hair oil out there…and this one is up there. For reference, I have very fine hair strands but tons of them, like a lion's mane. Also, this does take the frizz down as well for me." —Becca 

Price: $21 

25. SomePaul Mitchell sculpting foam to leave your hair feeling (and looking!) voluminous with just a spritz. If you want your hair to look styled with minimal (and fun!) effort, give this a go. 

Ulta

Who *doesn't* like spraying a bit of foam into their hand? I ask you. 

Promising review: "It never occurred to me to try mousse for my hair. But just a palmful of this product dramatically reduces my frizz! I live in the humid Northeast, and this mouse helps my hair air-dry smooth and soft. I love it!" —Bonnie

Price: $10+ (available in three sizes)

26. Somesatin sleep scrunchies that'll help keep your hair safe, contained, and *not* super creased when you roll out of bed. It's gentle and frictionless, too, to help discourage your beloved strands from breaking off while you snooze. Lazy girl APPROVED. 

Ulta

Promising review: "These are my new favorite things! Since my hair is now down to my butt, it's started breaking off a bit when I put it up into high buns or ponytails. So these are a lifesaver! They feel sooo good in the hair! They don't pull at all! You can work out in them, sleep in them, let your hair dry in them, whatever! They feel amazing! I'm in love!" —ALW

Price: $8 for a 5-pack

27. And finally, someLiving Proof flex hairspray so you can fix strands where you want them and have them stay there. Get outta here, hot tools: We've got this whole heat-free styling ~handled~. 

Ulta

Promising review: "I have fine hair and hate stiff hairspray. This product holds just right without feeling stiff. It has a pleasant smell. Try it!" —Shay

Price: $18+ (available in three sizes)

Still searching for the perfect addition to your haircare routine? Try these:

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