Hello Beautiful ladies,
You guessed it, this blog is all about hair! If any of you who know me personally you can agree with me on the simple fact that I have had a variety of styles, colors, and cuts on my hair since the age of fifteen to my current age, 19. I don't consider myself an expert on hair care but I know what has worked for me in the past!
For the ladies who don't know me personally I will insert some of my past and current hair styles below:
My most current hair color and cut
Long Length Golden to Dark Brown May-June 2014
Winter 2013 Color and Cut
Medium to Long Length Auburn Color
Winter 2012 Color and Cut
Medium to Long Length Ombré
Spring 2013 Color and Cut
Short-Medium Length Dark and Subtle Ombré
Fall 2013 Color and Cut
Medium Length Darkest Brown
Late Fall to Early Winter 2013 Color and Cut
Medium to Long Length Red Brown Color
Winter-Spring 2013
Long Length Golden Brown with Blonde Highlights All Over
2011 Color and Cut
Long Length Dark with Red Tone Browns
2012 Color and Cut
Medium to Long Length Jet Black Color
As you can tell from the pictures above my hair has underwent not only a lot of chemical treatments, but I constantly curl and straighten it. I am well aware that my hair has gone through a lot of damaging and harsh processes. Because of this I have to make sure I am using the right and most affective products in my hair to give it a healthy looking appearance. Here's a little more description about my hair, I have extremely thick hair, not only is it thick, I have a lot of it. This girl has a full head of hair (as you can tell). It grows extremely fast which can be a blessing and curse. Please keep these descriptions in note while I talk about some of the products I use for my hair and for it's maintenance. Please stick around till the end because I will share some tips on how to maintain your hair looking healthy and luscious.
Shampoos (High End)
Redken-Color Extend Shampoo $25.00: Some people will never buy high-end shampoos because let's face it, they run out fast. I know that when I dye my hair (especially a light color) it is very costly. When people tell me how they don't understand why I pay so much for a shampoo and conditioner I always go back to the point that it's truly a waste of money to dye your hair if you don't use a shampoo and conditioner that'll treat your hair or make the color stay on longer. I only recommend this shampoo if you have just dyed you hair and would want the color to stay on extra longer. A lot of color shampoos are sulfate-free and don't actually clean your hair. This shampoo does contain sulfate so you are ensured that it not only adds vitamins and proteins to strengthen hair but will actually clean it. If you are interested in buying this product I recommend you buying it with the conditioner (I also use that one with this shampoo) so you save money. Their is always specials at the JC Penny salon. You can purchase this shampoo there, at any beauty salon or at Utla (I think even Walgreens sells it).
Matrix Bioloage Colorcaretherapie Color Care Shampoo $17.00: This is another shampoo I recommend that will straighten your hair if you have recently dyed it. If you bleach your hair you know how much moisture can leave you hair strands and become brittle because of this. Biolage color care shampoo has ginseng and gingko biloba that moisturizes and protects so that color stays true and hair is left softer, shinier and more manageable. This shampoo has enliven my color-treated hair with vibrant radiance and has enhanced color protection and preservation. The formula has purifying citrus and nourishing soy protein that bring our hair's natural brilliance to light. It also has a shielding UV filter and sunflower seed antioxidant that help diminish sun and heat damage in hair. If you're interested in buying this product you can always buy it with the conditioner at the JC Penny salon, at any beauty salon and at Wal-Mart
Shampoos (Drugstore)
L'Oreal Paris Advanced Hair Care- Total Repair Restoring Shampoo $5.00: This shampoo is actually really new in the L'Oreal brand. I purchased this when I decided to dye my hair back to dark after I was blonde. I didn't need a shampoo for color treated hair, I needed one that would make my hair healthier. I am at a point where I need to give my hair a break. It was severely damaged due to the bleach and I needed help fast. This was the best $5 I ever spent. This shampoo instantly and over time helps repair the five visible signs of damaged hair - split ends, weakness, roughness, dullness and dehydration - without weighing hair down. I noticed an improvement in my hairs health and definitely repurchased after I ran out. You can buy this at Target or to get more info on this product click on the link: http://www.lorealparisusa.com/hair-care
Suave Professionals- Natural Infusion Macadamia Moisturizing Shampoo $2-3.00: I've been using this shampoo since who knows... It's great and super cheap! It contains macadamia oil that does a fantastic job of leaving my hair moisturized and soft. I especially use this shampoo when my hair is feeling dry or when I get out of the pool. It just restores my hair with the crucial oils to give it a healthier looking appearance. Everyone always says my hair looks silky and it's probably because of this guy right here. You can buy this a Target, Walgreens, or any drugstore.
Conditioner (Drugstore)
Aussie Deep- Moist 3 Minutes Miracle Deep Conditioner $3-4: I bought this leave in conditioner when I heard that it won Allure's 2011 Best of Beauty Award. I did not disappoint! This is a super quick fix for damaged hair. I would recommend applying this 2 to 3 times a week for super damaged hair and 1 time per 2 weeks as a daily procedure. It has natural Australian Aloe and Jojoba Seed Oil to moisturize your hair. You can buy this at most drugstores.
L'Oreal Advanced Skincare-Total Repair 5 Damage-Erasing Balm $7 : This stuff is the best. I got it the same time I purchased the L'Oreal Paris Advanced Hair Care- Total Repair Restoring Shampoo. I really really really love conditioner. It's a rinse-out reconstructing balm that repairs up to one year of damage in 1 use. The balm instantly repairs 5 signs of damage- split ends, weakness, roughness, dullness, and dehydration. The first time I used it I instantly noticed a difference in my hair. I love products that can give you signs to show that it's working right away. A little bit of product goes a long way. This lasted a lot longer than the shampoo and I will definitely repurchase after it is done.
Hair Tools:
Paul Mitchell Express Ion Smooth 1.25 Hair Straightener Flat Iron $120: I got this straightener as a present from my sister because my previous straightener was falling apart (I'm not kidding). The other one I had I owned for a really long time but it wasn't heating properly. I am so glad this straightener can go up to 400 degrees F in just one minute. I know more on the pricier side, well to me it is because I would only buy like tops $50 straighteners. If you are interested in buying this amazing straightener you can purchase it on Amazon for only $90 +free shipping!!! Here's the link Amazon: Paul Mitchell
Conair Infiniti 1 -1/2" Professional Tourmaline Curling Iron $16-20.00: I use this curling iron more than my straightener. I just love curling my hair as you can tell from the pictures of my hair in the beginning. If you are curious with what type of curl you can create with this iron just scroll back to the top and it's the first, third and fourth picture of my hair. The barrel is wide enough to give me big and voluminous curls. The curler is super inexpensive it's literally a bargain for how great it works. It'll only go up to 395 degrees F and it does take 3-5 minutes to completely heat up but I don't mind. If you are interested in buying this amazing curling iron you can purchase it on Amazon for only $17!!! Here's the link Amazon: Conair Infiniti you can also purchase this curling iron at Target and Walmart
Hot Tools® 1¼" Gold Curling Iron $47: This curling iron is smaller than the one above, and the reason I have two different barrel sizes is because (if it isn't obvious) I want to create different curls. I actually don't use this the curling iron for its standard use, I use it as a wand. I just wrap my hair strands on the barrel like you would in a wand and it creates literally the same type of curl. If you want to see what type of curl this curling iron will leave you can scroll to the top of the page and it's the eighth picture of my hair. This curling iron goes up to 430 degrees F and heats up in 2-3 minutes so it's a little faster than my other curling iron. If you are interesting in buying this curling iron you can purchase it on Amazon for $27!! (They also have different barrel sizes of the same curling iron. Here's the link Amazon: Hot Tools
Styling Products
Chi 44 Iron Guard $15: Whenever I straighten or curl my hair, or even blow dry (I hardly blow dry my hair) I always use a heat protectant. The one I am currently raving about the one above. It does a great job for not only protecting but strengthening my hair while I use my daily heat tools. Since I do like to style my hair 4 times a week it's crucial that I protect it because it's not the healthiest thing to be applying to much heat to my hair on the daily.
TRESemme Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray $6: I just wanted to add another heat protectant spray that's cheaper than the CHI one.
TRESemme Smooth Iron Style and Hold $6: Okay so this is another thermal heat protectant spray but it ALSO acts as a hair spray all in one. I'm not the type of person that likes applying hair spray to my curls. I don't like it for many reasons, one, because my hair is thick enough to actually hold a curl by itself and two, because I don't like the feeling of hard crunchy hair. If you are like me I recommend this styling tool. It kills two birds with one stone and it doesn't make my hair crunchy like a regular hair spray would. You can apply this after you style your hair as well. It can be purchased at Target, Walmart, Ulta and Walgreens.
Kenra Perfect Medium Spray 13 $17: Since I did talk a little about hair sprays I wanted to bring up my all time favorite hair spray. I discovered this beauty a couple months ago. Like I said I used to never apply hair spray because of the stiffness I didn't like it leaving. This spray is literally a perfect medium spray. It's a medium hold for movable and touchable style finish. If you don't need a strong hold hair spray like me, I recommend this one. You can purchase this hairspray at Walgreens, link provided Walgreens: Kenra
TRESemme Fresh Start Volumizing Dry Shampoo $5-6.00: I'm not the biggest fan of dry shampoo, I don't really use it to when I need to make my hair look less greasy.. I just take a shower. But I do use this one whenever I want to give my roots a little lift. This product is great for those who lack volume. I don't necessarily lack it with my big ass hair but there are those specific hair styles (like braids) that can really weigh your hair down so this just solves the problem. You can purchase this at any normal drugstore.
Sexy Hair- Healthy Sexy Hair Soy Renewal Nourishing Styling Treatment $21.95: If you are someone who lacks shine or moisture this is the perfect product for you. Apply a small amount on your damp or dry hair to add instant shine and protection, control frizz, boost moisture, increase elasticity and help smooth hair. I've also noticed that whenever I apply this to my hair it speeds up drying time. I highly highly recommend this product, worth the money. If you're interested buying it you can purchase it at Ulta.
It's a 10- Miracle Leave-In Product $18.00: I saved the best for last. If there is one product in the world that you should have and no other one... it's THIS one. This is the best thing that has ever happened to my hair, I'm not kidding lol. This product can repair dry damaged hair while adding shine. It also smooths and controls frizz, seals and protects hair color, detangles, prevents split ends, stops hair breakage, creates silkiness, enhances natural body, flat iron and thermal protector. This is an excellent nourishing treatment that can be used alone and/or as a restorative styling product that leaves hair soft and bouncy. It works on all hair types and can be used on wet hair for extra shine or dry hair in place of a styling cream. If you aren't convinced with any other hair product I have mentioned, be convinced with this one! You can buy this at Target.
Tips and Tricks:
-Make sure to know what type of comb works best for you!
- Paddle Brush: works best for medium to long hair and great for untangling
- Pin Brush: it's an oval headed brush with metal pins that's best for thick and curly hair
- Round/Radial Brushes: works for blow drying hair because of the vents in the barrel. the wider the brush, the bigger the curl.
- Quill Brush: works for ALL types of hair
- Wide-Tooth Comb: great for detangling knots within hair and also while washing your hair it does a great job at distributing shampoo and conditioner
- Rat Tail Combs: great for parting your hair and sectioning your hair off while you dye or style it.
-Home remedies for the perfect hair treatment
- Volumize: add a full beer and full glass of water to your hair then wash
- Shine: add half an orange and 3 teaspoons of honey, leave-in then wash
- Repair Damage: add one egg, and olive it, leave-in then wash (make sure it's cold water or else you'll have scrambled eggs in your hair)
- brushing wet hair will weaken the hair strands. instead detangle with a wide-tooth comb
I hope this works out for many of you and if you do decide
to be interested in it please let me know how your transformation goes! That's it guys! I hope you guys enjoyed this post. If you have any questions don't hesitate
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