Get Hair Ready For Spring!

As it gets warmer in Kansas City, I know that with the heat comes the frizz — my poor hair!

So I have started to think about using more products and hair care to keep my hair hydrated, soft and smooth.  Here are my current faves:

Topganic Leave On Silk Serum
Topganic Leave On Silk Serum

Topganic Leave On Silk Serum ($13 USD) — Sodium chloride free, Paraben-free, SLE and SLES free anti frizz and nutritious oil for dry and ultra dry hair.  It is perfect for hair that has undergone any type of chemical treatment including straightening and curling.  The active ingredients captured inside this bottle, deliver healthier, silkier and extraordinarily shiny hair.

This flawless recipe is enriched with Brazil nuts, which are known as one of nature’s best sources of selenium, an important mineral for healthy scalp appearance. Brazil nuts are also brimming with alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid that helps condition your hair.  It is also considered a terrific source of zinc which a deficiency of, may lead to hair shedding.

What I think:  This serum has the consitency of an oil, so a little goes a long way.  I apply a little to wet hair, and it dries soft and smooth.  It is also wonderful for mid-day frizzies.  Plus, I love the scent of this serum — it’s nutty and sweet!

Purchase at http://www.topganic.com

African Shea Butter Gentle & Conditioning Shampoo ($27 USD, 7.4 fl. oz.) — Mild cleanser drenches strands in light-weight moisture, protecting color and taking hair to a whole new level of softness and shine. Active botanical agents (African Shea Butter, Hops, Nettle and Comfrey) condition and silkify without weighing hair down.

Lovin’ Leave-in Conditioner ($24 USD, 6 fl. oz.) — A light moisturizing styling crème that keeps everything nicely defined, gets rid of flyaways and gives hair a soft gleam. Ideal for all hair types.

pH Restorative Detangling Toning Mist ($24 USD, 4.23 fl. oz.) — Weightless, daily detangling mist leaves hair glossy and frizz-free. Perfect for all hair types. Water-light leave-in toner adjusts the pH of tap water to seal the cuticle of your hair, for a remarkably smooth, shiny finish. Boosts manageability and shine with Apple Cider Vinegar, a natural astringent and pH balancer.

What I think:  I love the shampoo for my colored treated hair.  It is so gentle but cleans very well.  The leave in conditioner smells so nice!  It is easy to use, just apply a small amount to cleansed hair, and either air or blow dry.  The toning mist leaves my hair smooth and shiny, but I am not much of a fan of the vinegar smell.  It does go away after awhile.  Yay!  I really love that it seals my hair cuticle to keep the frizz away.

LA Looks Nutra Curl
LA Looks Nutra Curl

LA Looks Nutra Curl (Aprox. $9.99 USD) — Love the curly, wavy look but hate it when you lose shape and definition? Get your hair ready for long lasting, frizz-free curls. Infused with Avocado Oil to naturally moisturize dry or damaged hair. Level 8 Hold.

  • Moisturizes dry or damaged hair
  • Provides defined, frizz-free curls
  • Safe for color-treated hair

What I think:  I have wavy hair and this product defines my waves and makes them more curly!  I apply on damp hair and either air dry, or dry on a low heat with my hair dryer.  My hair is curly and shiny!  It also gets rid of the frizz.  Love!

Products

What hair products are you loving?  Anything that will keep the frizz away?  leave a comment and let me know!

 

New Products For Perfect Summer Hair

Summer hair is, at the same time, easy and frustrating.  By easy, I mean that you can sport uncomplicated styles like beachy waves and cute braids.  It can also be frustrating to fight frizz and sun damage.

Below are some of my current faves for healthy and gorgeous hair:

Dessert Essence Island Mango Shampoo & Conditioner ($9, 8 fl. oz. each) — Infused with a blend of mango seed butter, organic shea butter and organic coconut oil, this shampoo cleanses with rich lather for soft, healthy hair. Use the delightfully scented Island Mango Conditioner tolock-in moisturize for smooth, silky, deeply moisturized strands.

Italian Lemon Shampoo & Conditioner, ($9, 8 fl. oz. each) — Formulated with energizing lemon oil, rich in anti-oxidant vitamin C, this deep cleaning shampoo removes product and oil build up without stripping hair of natural moisture. Follow using the lightweight Italian Lemon Conditioner to replenish hairs natural moisture while adding shine for soft andmanageable hair.

What I think:  These both have such wonderful summer scents! The Island Mango is my favorite. I leaves my hair so soft.  The Italian Lemon is great once or twice a week because it really cleans the product out of my hair and makes my hair so shiny!  I suggest trying both!

Available on http://www.desertessence.com and at select Whole Foods nationwide.

Topganic Shampoo with Obliphica Oil ($9 USD 13.53 fl. oz.) — Luxurious shampoo, enriched with Obliphica oil, Vitamin E, Natural essences and Dead Sea Minerals. Our shampoo gently cleanses your hair while maintaining its natural moisture level. Nourishes the hair roots. Leaves your hair soft, healthy and shiny. Wonderfully fragranced.

Topganic Conditioner with Obliphica Oil ($9 USD 13.53 fl. oz.) — Luxurious conditioner, enriched with Obliphica oil, Vitamin E, Natural essences and Dead Sea Minerals. After cleansing your hair with Topganic shampoo, our conditioner helps maintain a healthy moisture balance for beautiful, silky strands. Provides your hair with a soft touch, healthy look and a beautiful shine. Wonderfully fragranced.

What I think:  These all natural products are so good for the hair!  It cleans hair without stripping it and leave it soft and shiny!  The scent is soft and really pretty.  This is perfect for those who are using only natural products.

Available at http://www.topganic.com

Unwash’s Hydrating Masque
Unwash’s Hydrating Masque

Unwash’s Hydrating Masque ($34 USD) — you can replenish lost hydration and leave the hair as smooth and as soft as if you had just left the salon. This moisturizing masque cleans without stripping natural oils, leaving nothing but shiny, healthy hair.

What I think: This fantastically-scented mask transforms dry, summer hair.  After leaving on for about 5-10 minutes, my hair is so soft!  And, it looks so healthy.

Available at http://www.unwash.com

Sun Bum Beach Formula
Sun Bum Beach Formula

Sun Bum Beach Formula Shine On  ($19.99 USD)- Make sure to keep hair shiny, glossy and tamed with Sun Bum Beach Formula! The Beach Formula Shine On is an AMAZING lightweight oil treatment protects your hair from the elements while naturally hydrating, restoring, and strengthening it!

It’s color safe and blended with pure Coconut Oil, Argan Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Sunflower Seed Oil and Banana Leaf to ensure your hair is the silkiest EVER.

What I think: I love this oil!  Just one pump works for my medium length hair.  I apply it to damp hair and my hair dries soft and smooth!  It is not oily at all — so light! — and it does wonders for my summer hair!

Purchase at Ulta stores and http://www.ulta.com

Scunci No Slip Silicone Headwraps (approx. $5.99 USD) — No-Slip Silicone Headwraps are the ultimate ‘fashion meets function’ must-have.

Scunci Braided 3X Stronger Elastics (approx. $3.99 USD) — Braided elastics in black, strong and hold hair without pulling or breaking.

What I think: These are both perfect for working out in the summer.  They also come in handy on very hot days that I don’t want to wear my hair down!

Purchase at Walmart and drugstores.

What hair products are you loving this summer?  Leave a comment and let me know!