“OUR FAVORITES” – Specialty Hair Products
Every girl knows that great hair can be a crowning achievement and goodness knows that in the south, it can be a challenge with all the humidity. The good news is that many of the companies have starting “catching on” to this problem and have given us some terrific products to tame our tresses. Sometimes you need to treat your hair to its own little “spa day” so we’re featuring some of our favorite treatment products to splurge on. Your hair is going to LOVE you for it!
Fekkai Ageless Creme Luxe Treatment $75.00 www.saks.com
A deep penetrating infusion of rare Orchid extract and regenerating proteins that renew hair strength, elasticity and vibrancy. A luxurious treatment that preserves the hair’s inner structure. Definitely splurge-worthy!
Philosophy Shear Splendor $18.00 www.philosophy.com
Philosophy delivers a revolutionary, restorative weekly hair marinade formula that makes it easier than ever to restore dry, damaged, chemically treated hair. This multi-tasking formula does it all – repairs damage, moisturizes and hydrates, restores strength and shine and delivers noticeable results that can be seen and felt after a single application. (Thanks, Richelle, for introducing us to this amazing product!)
Aveda Smooth Infusion Style-Prep Smoother $24.00 www.aveda.com
Make styling faster and easier with this exclusive plant infusion. This blend derived from organic aloe, maize and guar bean creates a smooth surface on hair. Organic tapioca defends against humidity for up to 12 hours while hydrolized wheat protein protects against surface damage from heat styling.
Garnier Fructis Style Volumizing Anti Humidity Hair Spray $4.29 www.drugstore.com
Introducing Garnier Fructis’ first ever hairspray with bamboo extract and anti-humidity protection for long-lasting hold and healthy-looking movement. Bamboo is used for its strength, suppleness and resilience and because bamboo bends but never breaks. This volumizing hairspray lifts from root to tip to boost flat, tired hair with body, fullness and an extra strong hold – even with moisture in the air – all day, every day.
David Babaii Amplifying Whipped Mousse $12.95 www.db4wildaid.com
This styling mousse adds fullness and volume to hair while protecting your style from humidity. It protects hair from overdrying with a vitamin blend and extracts of blue algae, mango and kiwi, plus jojoba oil to hydrate, add sheen and conditioning. It adds amazing body and extra fullness to hair while two natural styling agents work together for a long- lasting but soft humidity-resistant hold.
Phyto Citrus Restructuring Mask for Color Treated Hair $38.00 www.ulta.com
This decadent mask, rich in citrus fruits and proteins, effectively restructures, strengthens and extends the life of color. Hair is properly conditioned, protected and radiant. The acidity of grapefruit extract reduces alkaline residue and restores pH levels to close the cuticle and lock-in color. Sweet almond proteins restructure the hair fiber while colza oil detangles and adds shine.
Kerastase Serum Oleo Relax $34.00 www.kerastase.com
Controls volume and provides smoothness, shine, and long-lasting frizz protection. Hair is left glossy and smooth. Great for controlling dry or very rebellious hair. We love this product as a finishing spray!
Joico Joishape Shaping/Finishing Spray $13.95 www.drugstore.com
A medium-hold, flexible and humidity resistant aerosol hairspray that adds incredible shine and won’t flake. UV protectants condition and protect against daily environmental stress. This spray can also be used in conjunction with thermal styling tools, such as curling irons, flat irons or hot rollers, for additional volume and memory. Humidity-resistant formula provides beautiful, shiny flexible hold with outstanding shine.
Ted Gibson Build It Blow Drying Agent $19.95 www.beauty.com
This light mist will leave hair with ultimate volume, a brilliant shine and a healthy texture. Inspired by the secrets of red wine, it detangles the hair, leaves a light hold and acts as a foundation for hot-tool styling. A Merlot Complex (grape seed extract) prevents environmental damage while Wild Orchid Extract tones & conditions the scalp and prevents moisture loss - all the while blocking humidity.
Jonathan Product Dirt Texturizing Paste $14.00 www.sephora.com
Love the way your hair looks the “day after” a cut? This non-greasy, non-sticky, water-based texturizing paste is infused with lemongrass essential water to add instant manageability. Sweet almond protein helps to repair and strengthen as white tea and almond nourish, stimulate, and condition. A potent antioxidant blend of natural plant botanicals combined with a UV filter work to protect hair and prevent color fading.
Bumble & bumble Thickening Spray $25.00 www.bumbleandbumble.com
Helps fine hair achieve styling lift-off, but also works wonders on any hair type – thick, thin, or otherwise. Use anytime and with any hair type. Works great when used before heated tools.
Pureology Texture Twist $19.99 www.pureology.com
Mold, hold, piece, push, and define color-treated hair with this water-soluble texturizing fiber paste that enhances color while providing standout definition. Designs and redefines hair, whether it is short, long, or layered. The exclusive AntiFadeComplex® maximizes color retention. (Lisa loves this product!)
Big Sexy Hair Spray and Play Hair Spray $14.91 www.healthyhairplus.com
Fast drying hairspray that gives firm hold, extra volume and shine. A firm volumizing hair spray that delivers extreme control but is non sticky. Allows you to have re-stylable hair, but with great hold. Mary Beth (our intern) won’t leave home without it!
mark. Mega Volume Root Lifting Spray $5.00 www.meetmark.com
This alcohol-free spray gives even fine, limp hair all-day body, lift and texture. Contains soothing geranium and chamomile extracts and is specially formulated to build body and thickness at the root.
Ojon Restorative Leave In Treatment $29.00 www. sephora.com
This weightless formula leaves your hair more manageable and easier to style while sealing in the benefits of your cleansing and conditioning regimen. Its infusion of natural antioxidants from bamboo extract helps shield hair from environmental damage. WITHOUT: Parabens, Sulfates, Synthetic Dyes, Petrochemical, Pthalates and does not contain silicones or unnecessary fillers. Great for daily hydrating and detangling.






























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