Sexy, shiny mane wanted; insider tricks found! Check out these tried-and-true ways to get super shiny hair at home!

1

Use a boar bristle brush

It's one of the best secrets to getting smooth tresses! The gentle bristles evenly distribute your scalp's natural oils through your hair from root to tip, making your hair lustrous and smooth.

2

Blow-dry right

To maximize shine, try this blow-dry technique: Point the nozzle downward as you dry your hair -- this helps the cuticle lay flat and reflect more light. Finish with a blast of cool air to seal in lasting shine.

3

Iron it

The sleeker and smoother the hair, the more light it reflects. For an extra-glossy effect, try smoothing strands with a straightening iron. Just be sure not to fry your hair -- only iron when hair is completely dry. Choose an ionic ceramic flat iron, which straightens without damaging.

4

Enhance shine with products

After styling your mane, apply a silicone serum or shine mist from mid-length to ends to add shine and fight frizz. Remember, a little goes a long way -- too much silicone can weight hair down.

5

Nourish your mane

Shiny hair is healthy hair. Don't forget to treat your tresses with an intensive conditioner or hair mask at least once a week to repair styling damage. Rinse with cold water at the end of a shower to close and seal the hair cuticle and prevent frizz.