Ydelays Rodriguez Hair Faves: 11 Products Every Latina Needs

Welcome to Mis Favoritas! A special shopping guide curated by Latinas influencers and content creators who are part of the HL community and are well-versed in the items all Latinas need to have. From Latina-owned brands to big-name brands that carry the essentials, these mujeres are highlighting their favorites in fashion, home decor, fashion, and accessories. Each guide will be themed to provide the best of the best in their respective categories in a variety of price points for all needs.

As a busy Latina mom, beauty content creator, and entrepreneur, I know how crazy life can get, especially during the holiday season. But no matter how packed my schedule is, I always find time to look good and feel amazing. That’s why I’ve rounded up my must-have products to keep you glowing and confident, whether you’re heading to a festive party, running errands, or enjoying a cozy night in with family. These are my all-time favorites that never let me down, from trusted brands like Garnier and Dyson to newfound gems like Briogeo and Latina-owned curly hair brand Rizos Curls. – Ydelays Rodriguez

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Rizos Curls Detangler

This award-winning detangler also refreshes curls in between wash days as a lightweight moisturizing leave-in. This vegan formula is made with natural ingredients including coconut oil, aloe vera, shea butter and olive oil for nourished and frizz-free curls. It also has notes of California lemon and lime citrus with a base of sandalwood and coconut milk so it both productive and smells good – it’s a win-win for your pelo.

“I absolutely love that the Rizos Curls Detangler makes my natural curly hair routine so much easier and faster. It enhances my natural texture, adds shine, and makes detangling a breeze.”

Rizos Curls Detangler, $18.99, available at amazon.com

Rizos Curls Curl Cream

Rizos Curls Curl Defining Cream helps define and hold curls to give them bounce and shine without the frizz and the crunchy texture so you have healthy and defined rizos. It is made using natural ingredients such as aloe vera, shea butter and coconut oil that will enhance your naturally curly texture without weighing them down. It’s no wonder this is their best-selling product and it’s received multiple awards including this year’s TODAY Show Beauty Award: Best Curl Cream. It’s also cruelty-free, sulfate-free, silicone-free, and paraben-free.

Pairing [the detangler] with the Curl Cream feels like a “dream team for soft, defined curls with less frizz,” she says. “I love that Rizos Curls is a Latina-owned brand that represents us beautifully in the curly hair space. I know that they have so much love and passion for creating products that truly work for all texture hair girlies to feel seen, beautiful and represented too.”

Rizos Curls Curl Cream, $17.99, available at amazon.com

Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Anti-Frizz Serum

Frizzy hair can ruin a look so having an anti-frizz serum on hand can truly make a difference. This leave-in hair serum infused with Moroccan Oil helps control frizz for up to 72 hours, even in 97% humidity. With 99 percent of the ingredients vegan, this is also a cruelty-free product and a go-to for keeping frizz under control. This go-to serum has 4.7 stars and 6,381 ratings on Amazon.

Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Anti-Frizz Serum, $31.80 for a two pack, available at Amazon.com

Garnier Fructis Sleek and Shine Frizz Tamer

As an item priced at less than $10, it’s a budget item that’ll last long and you can easily throw in your makeup bag for us on-the-go. With plant keratin and argan oil, this serum lasts up to 12 hours to keep hair sleek and shiny. This cruelty-free formula is formulated without parabens, silicones, phthalates, DMDM Hydantoin, mineral oil, and drying alcohol.

Garnier Fructis Sleek and Shine Frizz Tamer, $8.97, available at Amazon.com

Fenty Hair The Homecurl Curl-Defining Styling Cream

Singer Rihanna’s Fenty hair care line includes this silicone-free gel-cream with wild mango butter that’s vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free and noncomedogenic so it’s perfect for styling curls without the heavy buildup. Not only does it moisturize curls, it has notes of sweet scents including amber, vanilla, and sandalwood.

“I rediscovered my curly hair and that’s something that I’m very passionate about because growing up, I knew that I had texture in my hair, but I would always get it straight and it was never naturally curly. So, in the pandemic, I rediscovered my curls and I fell in love with my natural hair and I love to be able to wear it natural and then to play with it and do different styles and I feel like I have different alter egos and personality. When I change my hair, if I have curly hair, I just feel like I’m more young and fun and fresh. And then when I do like a blowout, I feel more put together.

Fenty Hair The Homecurl Curl-Defining Styling Cream, $28, available at Sephora.com

Fenty Hair The Protective Type 5-in-1 Heat Protectant Styling Cream

The Fenty hair care features a proprietary complex known as Replenicore-5 that is clinically tested to visibly repair and strengthen, hydrate, smooth, and protect. The styling cream features moringa and cranberry oil and provides heat protection up to 450 °F.

“It’s good for all hair types and I love that because I can use it when I want to do a heated hairstyle or when I just want to air dry my hair or do my natural curls.”

The Protective Type 5-in-1 Heat Protectant Styling Cream, $28, available at sephora.com

Briogeo Don’t Spare Repair Hair Mask

“They are doing an amazing job with formulation.” With a 97 percent naturally-derived, vegan and certified cruelty-free formula that’s scientifically proven to strengthen damaged hair and prevent future breakage, this mask is perfect for repairing hair damaged from color treatment or heat. As a six time Allure Reader’s Choice Award winner, there’s no denying this is a good for your pelo. With 4.3 stars and 4,586 ratings on Amazon and 4 stars with 4.1K reviews on Sephora, the feedback speaks for itself.

Briogeo Don’t Spare Repair Hair Mask, $37.05, available at Amazon.com

Overtone Hair Coloring Conditioner in Espresso Brown

This long-lasting semi-permanent color is enriched with natural oils like jojoba and coconut perfect for keeping your hair and scalp healthy. This color depositing mask lasts 2-3 weeks and adds richness while not doing any damage to the hair or scalp. Get a color like espresso brown to match your own or get experimental with some of the fun colors including pink, blue, yellow, and purple. The depth and effectiveness is evident with 4 stars with 8,683 ratings.

Overtone Hair Coloring Conditioner, $25.60, available at Amazon.com

Dyson Airwrap

This viral all-in-one tool dries and styles simultaneously using the Coanda effect and features six attachments perfect for all her types including a 1.2-inch barrel, a 1.6-inch long barrel, a firm smoothing brush, a soft smoothing brush, a round volumizing brush, and a prestyling dryer. It works on both wet and dry hair and with such versatility, it’s no wonder it’s a viral sensation.

Dyson Airwrap, $599, available at Amazon.com

GHD Chronos Styler Flat Iron

GHD is one of the first brands to release flat-iron straighteners with its famous ceramic yellow plates to protect against heat damage. Perfect for a sleek look paired with the anti-frizz serum that gives your hair shine so you’re ready for all the photos with familia and friends. This straightener also features an integrated sleep mode so it’ll automatically switch off after 10 minutes of inactivity so you can rest easy if you’re unsure you turned it off.

GHD Chronos Styler Flat Iron, $329, available at Amazon.com

GHD Duet Blowdry 2-in-1 Hair Dryer Brush

GHD’s 2-in-1 hair dryer brush is the best tool for an at-home blowdry that looks professional without the price tag. It can last up to 24 hours and has up to 50 percent more humidity resistance. Whether you’re getting ready for the sala, a night out with your amigas, or getting jefa ready, this is a must-have to save you money and make a blow-out accessible.

GHD Duet Blowdry 2-in-1 Hair Dryer Brush, $399, available at Amazon.com