From Eleasha:
Palmer's Olive Oil Formula Replenishing Conditioner
Palmer's Olive Oil Formula Smoothing Shampoo
I love them both. I got them to me at the perfect time because I was looking for a good shampoo. You probably don't know much about my hair type, but it can be tough to find a shampoo to really clean my hair since I have to add oil every other day or so, but with this shampoo my hair felt squeaky clean after just a couple washes. The conditioner leaves it feeling soft and moisturized.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Saturday, April 26, 2008
the great Pantene debate
Pantene-- good or evil?
I used to use the daily clarifying shampoo & random conditioner.
It felt like the shampoo was working, and my hair was always very smooth.
4 years ago, I went to get my hair cut, & the stylist could tell I had been using Pantene.
She then proceeded to run the blade of a pair of scissors down a lock of my hair. There was enough freaking wax for a votive! From one lock of hair!
Yet Pantene still gets the Allure's best every year.
I don't get it, am I one of the few who gets candle-head, or am I just the minority who is opposed to it?
I used to use the daily clarifying shampoo & random conditioner.
It felt like the shampoo was working, and my hair was always very smooth.
4 years ago, I went to get my hair cut, & the stylist could tell I had been using Pantene.
She then proceeded to run the blade of a pair of scissors down a lock of my hair. There was enough freaking wax for a votive! From one lock of hair!
Yet Pantene still gets the Allure's best every year.
I don't get it, am I one of the few who gets candle-head, or am I just the minority who is opposed to it?
Aussie-- Cleanse & Mend Shampoo & Conditioner
Aussie Cleanse & Mend Shampoo & Conditioner
says it will fix oily scalp & dry, frizzy ends.
My hair can get pretty freaking oily (travels from my skin), so I like when the shampoo feels like it really cleans.
My hair is thick & wavy, so I need to condition or it is a big ole snarly mess.
The Cleanse & Mend Shampoo & Conditioner work!
I am down to washing my hair every other day, and it doesn't look like I put a can of pomade on:)
Also, not feeling a ton of build-up- always a plus!
says it will fix oily scalp & dry, frizzy ends.
My hair can get pretty freaking oily (travels from my skin), so I like when the shampoo feels like it really cleans.
My hair is thick & wavy, so I need to condition or it is a big ole snarly mess.
The Cleanse & Mend Shampoo & Conditioner work!
I am down to washing my hair every other day, and it doesn't look like I put a can of pomade on:)
Also, not feeling a ton of build-up- always a plus!
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Philip Kingsley -Take Comfort
I started working out this year, and ever since joining the gym, have noticed that the back of my head itches. Repeatedly assured by my mom/resident RN that I do not have cooties, I consulted my hair stylist. She was personally familiar with my little ailment, and said it was due to the sanitizer we use to wipe down the weight machines. The germa-phobe in me is stronger than my hair pride/vanity, so easing up on sanitizer is not gonna happen.
Take Comfort is a 3-piece kit consisting of Flaky and Itchy Scalp Shampoo, Moisture Balancing Conditioner, and Flaky and Itchy Scalp Tonic. I used them all over one weekend. My scalp itched a little less, but my hair was first greasy and limp, and then limp and too soft. I have a stylized bob and hair that has a natural wave, which I fight back with a flat iron. There is such a thing as too soft. The itch was diminished, but this time, hair pride won out. I'm back to good hair and itchy scalp. Thank Goodness - no dandruff.
Take Comfort is a 3-piece kit consisting of Flaky and Itchy Scalp Shampoo, Moisture Balancing Conditioner, and Flaky and Itchy Scalp Tonic. I used them all over one weekend. My scalp itched a little less, but my hair was first greasy and limp, and then limp and too soft. I have a stylized bob and hair that has a natural wave, which I fight back with a flat iron. There is such a thing as too soft. The itch was diminished, but this time, hair pride won out. I'm back to good hair and itchy scalp. Thank Goodness - no dandruff.
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Philip Kingsley - Straight Hair
Philip Kingsley
Straight Hair
Ok, so this is the second hair straightening product I was able to test. Philip Kingsley is known around the world as the "hair doctor" and is recognized as the leading authority on hair health. After reading more about his products I was definitely interested in testing this product. Again, I tried it last week before work. Straight Hair is gel in a thin pump tube. I had a little bit of trouble getting the gel out of the tube, but soon figured out the trick. The smell is a strong botanical odor. The first time I used it, I think I used a little too much. My hair was straight all right, but kind of limp and flat. I decided to try it again the next morning, and this time I used less. My hair was straight and soft. I have no doubts that it would stay straight in humid conditions, but I fear that summer may never come. My recommendation is that you do not use conditioner in the shower if you are planning to use this product. I felt as if it made my hair way too limp and flat. Without conditioner and with a small amount of Straight Hair, my hair appeared smooth and straight, just like the tube stated. Again, I will wait until summer to retest this product. Check back at a later date!
Straight Hair
Ok, so this is the second hair straightening product I was able to test. Philip Kingsley is known around the world as the "hair doctor" and is recognized as the leading authority on hair health. After reading more about his products I was definitely interested in testing this product. Again, I tried it last week before work. Straight Hair is gel in a thin pump tube. I had a little bit of trouble getting the gel out of the tube, but soon figured out the trick. The smell is a strong botanical odor. The first time I used it, I think I used a little too much. My hair was straight all right, but kind of limp and flat. I decided to try it again the next morning, and this time I used less. My hair was straight and soft. I have no doubts that it would stay straight in humid conditions, but I fear that summer may never come. My recommendation is that you do not use conditioner in the shower if you are planning to use this product. I felt as if it made my hair way too limp and flat. Without conditioner and with a small amount of Straight Hair, my hair appeared smooth and straight, just like the tube stated. Again, I will wait until summer to retest this product. Check back at a later date!
Redken - Ultra Straight Balm
Redken 5th Avenue NYC
Align 12
Ultra-straight Balm
Medium Control
This is the first of 2 hair straightening products that I recently tried. Redken's Ultra-straight Balm is a thick, creamy balm designed to tame unruly hair. Being that my hair is fairly curly, I was excited to test this product. My first trial was before work last week. It was easy to pump the balm out of its tube. The smell is not too strong and definitely not offensive. It reminded me of being in a salon. I applied it to my damp hair and went on a straightening mission with the hairdryer. It worked great. Not too greasy, not too limp, but fairly straight without the use of a flat iron. Since it has not been hot and humid in MI yet, I am unable to determine how humidity-resistant it really is. I will be sure to try it again once summer arrives.
Align 12
Ultra-straight Balm
Medium Control
This is the first of 2 hair straightening products that I recently tried. Redken's Ultra-straight Balm is a thick, creamy balm designed to tame unruly hair. Being that my hair is fairly curly, I was excited to test this product. My first trial was before work last week. It was easy to pump the balm out of its tube. The smell is not too strong and definitely not offensive. It reminded me of being in a salon. I applied it to my damp hair and went on a straightening mission with the hairdryer. It worked great. Not too greasy, not too limp, but fairly straight without the use of a flat iron. Since it has not been hot and humid in MI yet, I am unable to determine how humidity-resistant it really is. I will be sure to try it again once summer arrives.
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Help from Redken
Redken has instructional web-videos!
http://www.redken.com/inspire/fashion-week/podcasts-spring-2008/
I watched the three from the Spring/Summer 2008 runway series.
While I think the first style (up-dos redefined) looks a touch slovenly, I now understand how to back-comb (or tease, as we hair-plebes call it).
I recommend the Waves one- there's this tip on how to use hot rollers starting in the middle of your hair that would stop the finger-burns from trying to hold down the ends & twirl. I bet it would even work with curling irons.
I like that the videos are straight-forward & give clear instructions. I almost would consider waking up early to do something with my hair on a daily basis. Almost.
http://www.redken.com/inspire/fashion-week/podcasts-spring-2008/
I watched the three from the Spring/Summer 2008 runway series.
While I think the first style (up-dos redefined) looks a touch slovenly, I now understand how to back-comb (or tease, as we hair-plebes call it).
I recommend the Waves one- there's this tip on how to use hot rollers starting in the middle of your hair that would stop the finger-burns from trying to hold down the ends & twirl. I bet it would even work with curling irons.
I like that the videos are straight-forward & give clear instructions. I almost would consider waking up early to do something with my hair on a daily basis. Almost.
Friday, April 11, 2008
Jonathan Hydrate & Shine
moved from lotions & potions
Monday, March 10, 2008
Jonathan Hydrate & Shine
Oh, Jonathan - really? This is the best you could hair-do? It's such a hair-don't!
Jonathan Hydrate & Shine
Oh, Jonathan - really? This is the best you could hair-do? It's such a hair-don't!
You know him from the Bravo show "Blow Out." If you watched (I admit, sometimes there was nothing better on), you saw his struggles (i.e. temper tantrums) trying to get his own product line launched. The one thing I will compliment him on is a wise decision to go to QVC. And as a consumer, here's why I love the Q: 30-day return policy - for stuff you've already tried/used!
I ordered the Hydrate & Shine 5-piece Discovery Kit. I discovered I hate this line!
Each piece in this kit is strongly scented - but not with the same scent, and some of them kinda stink. The ones that don't are reminiscent of coconut. But, by far, my biggest complaint about this line is that it doesn't work - it doesn't make your hair look hydrated, and the only shine it delivers is what you get from not washing your hair - what American girl really wants to look like they haven't bathed in three days?!?! And it totally weighs down your hair - again the greasy, hair stuck to your scalp look that I am NOT going for. Granted, I didn't try the Volumizing option, but I don't need help in that department (unless of course, I've used the Hydrate & Shine products). As for hydration, the first few hours my hair looked more fried at the ends, not less...then the greasies took hold. Definitely not recommending this one. Definitely sending it back to my beloved Q.
Posted by Catherine at 11:03 AM
I ordered the Hydrate & Shine 5-piece Discovery Kit. I discovered I hate this line!
Each piece in this kit is strongly scented - but not with the same scent, and some of them kinda stink. The ones that don't are reminiscent of coconut. But, by far, my biggest complaint about this line is that it doesn't work - it doesn't make your hair look hydrated, and the only shine it delivers is what you get from not washing your hair - what American girl really wants to look like they haven't bathed in three days?!?! And it totally weighs down your hair - again the greasy, hair stuck to your scalp look that I am NOT going for. Granted, I didn't try the Volumizing option, but I don't need help in that department (unless of course, I've used the Hydrate & Shine products). As for hydration, the first few hours my hair looked more fried at the ends, not less...then the greasies took hold. Definitely not recommending this one. Definitely sending it back to my beloved Q.
Posted by Catherine at 11:03 AM
Oscar Blandi Pronto Dry Shampoo Spray
moved from lotions & potions
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Oscar Blandi Pronto Dry Shampoo Spray
So, you may not understand if you wash your hair every day, but this "dirty hair spray" is awesome. Spray it on, brush it out (I prefer to use a comb) and your hair looks and smells clean! I may be down to washing once a week! I would like to compare different brands, I know Bumble and Bumle make a similar product, but I really liked this.
Posted by Emily at 11:02 AM
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Oscar Blandi Pronto Dry Shampoo Spray
So, you may not understand if you wash your hair every day, but this "dirty hair spray" is awesome. Spray it on, brush it out (I prefer to use a comb) and your hair looks and smells clean! I may be down to washing once a week! I would like to compare different brands, I know Bumble and Bumle make a similar product, but I really liked this.
Posted by Emily at 11:02 AM
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