My Very Best R+Co Favorites (And Exactly Why I Love Them) In Denver
- Josie Day
- Jan 7
- 4 min read
Updated: Jan 9
If you’ve ever asked me “What should I use at home?” this post is for you. I’m sharing my very best R+Co favorites and exactly why I love them in Denver—the ones I actually reach for, recommend, and keep in rotation because they work. I’m also including my best pro tips, so you get the most out of every product.
Quick note: One thing I love about R+Co is that many of their styling products include heat-protectant technology, which is huge if you blow dry, curl, or use hot tools regularly.
Pro tip for R+Co shampoos (this changes everything)
Before you shampoo, wet your hair thoroughly. Then start with a quarter-size amount and emulsify it between your palms until it turns white before applying. You’ll get a better lather, better cleanse, and you’ll use less product.
My favorites by goal (so you can find your match fast)
Volume + texture (especially for fine hair)
Badlands Dry Shampoo Paste — volume + texture for fine, limp hair; amazing for bangs, bixies, and short styles. Also… this is Louie’s favorite.
Dallas Thickening Spray (Volume mist) Great for volume without weighing hair down — gives lift without that heavy mousse feeling.
Balloon Texture Spray Matte texture/volume spray — adds texture and volume with a more matte finish; think “hairspray but not.”
Dry shampoo + refresh (bangs, gym bag, no-wash days)
Spiritualized Best dry shampoo mist — my favorite for bangs or added volume without making hair feel overly dry.
Pro tip: mist it on damp hair out of the shower, then blow dry. I also keep it in my gym bag—mist bangs, blow dry, and boom: “new bangs who dis?” Soft scent, no harsh smell.
Death Valley Dry Shampoo Spray: Refresher for no-wash days — smells amazing and gives that clean, revived feel between washes. Great refresher, awesome scent — another solid option for extending your style.
Nourish + hydration (especially Colorado + winter)
Sun Catcher Nourishing Soray: So, nourishing and light — hydrates without feeling heavy, and smells amazing.
High Dive: Leave-in cream (winter favorite) — great for dry weather.
Pro tip: make sure your man doesn’t confuse it with body lotion 😅
Atlantis Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner + High Dive as a side kick: Deep hydration mask/trio — if your hair is feeling extra dry, this is the “bring it back to life” moment.
Flyaways + slick styles + braids
Dart: Flyaway + braid helper — great for smoothing flyaways, your daughter’s braids, and any updo.
My “perfect not too heavy, not too light” shampoo + conditioner combo
Television Shampoo: https://amzn.to/4qDXU8D
Television Conditioner: https://amzn.to/4qAnlI8
Hairspray (hold without crunchy vibes)
Outer Space Light Hold Hairspray: Light hairspray — delicious and soft, keeps movement.
Vicious Strong Hold Hairspray: Strong hold (no Aqua Net energy) — strong hold without residue.
Oils + frizz control
Two Way Mirror Oil: The most amazing oil — light, smells delish, also a heat protectant, perfect for travel.
Cool Wind: Frizz control for “letting my hair go” days — I always travel with this; controls frizz and enhances natural wave.
Mood Swing: Speeds up blow drying + frizz control — helps hair dry faster and smooths frizz.
Detangling (for fine hair + long hair)
Candy Stripe: Detangler / “big girl” recommendation — tangles? long fine hair? If I had a daughter, this is what I’d use on her hair.
Waterfall lotion: Lightweight frizz control + heat protectant (for fine hair) — if everything feels too heavy, this is for you: heat protectant + frizz control + bouncy finish.
Curls (soft, not crunchy)
Curl cream (no crunch) — I usually combine with the gel for best results.
Turntable Defining Curl cream: https://amzn.to/49KKvWH
Motircycle Flexible Gel: https://amzn.to/4jsX7oF
Chainmail Heat Protectant: Extra curly hair support + frizz — strong heat protectant + smoothing. Spray once and smooth each section as you style.
Beachy texture
Rockaway Salt spray — beachy hair dreams. Perfect after curling to give that lived-in texture.
Scalp soothing + color-treated support
Gemstone Shampoo and Conditioner plus sidekick mask: Perfect combo for treated color hair + scalp soothing
Gentle detox (pool, well water, buildup)
Need a detox without harsh chemicals? Great for well water or after pool time.
Lost treasure Apple Cider Vinegar Cleansing Rinse and Apple Cider Vinegar Conditioner https://amzn.to/3N2ogD1
Teacup Anti-Pollutants Detox Rinse https://amzn.to/3LB0SMj
Bond building (for treated hair / repair)
On a Cloud Bond building shampoo:
On a Cloud Bond building oil: a couple drops only (trust me, it’s hardcore).
On a Cloud Repair Spray: Bond building mist — lighter repair support.
On a Cloud Bond building mask — once a week.
For curls (shampoo + conditioner set)
Cassette Shampoo: https://amzn.to/4pzYh3f
Cassette Conditioner: https://amzn.to/3N9D2rw
Smoothness trio (frizz = bye)
Bell Air Smoothness trio: https://amzn.to/4svwmUF
If you’re ever unsure what to buy, ask me at your appointment or send me a message—because the best product is the one that fits your hair type, your routine, and your goals.
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