Having been gifted some lovely products for my Birthday and
Christmas and treating myself in the sale I thought I would share my current hair
routine and favourite hair related products with you.
My mum kindly bought me some products from the Matrix ‘Oil
Wonders Collection’. She gave me the Micro Oil Shampoo, Oil Conditioner and the
‘Indian Amla’ oil. My initial thoughts about an oil infused shampoo and
conditioner were that my hair was going to look really greasy as I usually
would only apply any kind of oil or serum to my mid- lengths and ends. Having
naturally quite oily hair I was not sure about how well I would get on with
these products however I was so wrong. The first thing I noticed in the shower
was their lovely scent, I know that sounds silly but I just imagined that
anything with oil would smell sickly-sweet however the scent is quite fresh and
in some ways masculine which I like- when I wash my hair I want to feel really
clean and refreshed! The shampoo looks clear and thick (not runny as I had assumed)
when poured however I will say it doesn’t lather brilliantly. I use a
small amount of product and shampoo twice, I again use a small amount of the conditioner,
brush through with a Tangle Teezer and leave in for about 5 minutes and then
rinse thoroughly.
On first use I imagined that my hair was going to take ages to dry and feel tacky because of the oils (like when you leave conditioner in your hair). But this was not the case. I use my tangle Teezer to brush my damp hair and then apply either some of my Matrix ‘ExquisiteOil’ or my new 'OilWonders' oil which when used in combination with the shampoo and conditioner Matrix claim provides 4 times the strength! I have honestly noticed that I am having less fall out, my hair is drying quicker and I am not needing to straighten my hair as often because it makes my hair look healthier and sleeker- I am in desperate need for a trim though and it is becoming impossible to disguise!
If I am going out and want volume I absolutely love Bumble and Bumbles ‘Thickening’ range. I love the ‘Full Form Mousse’ which I picked up in my local Boots (by the way has anyone been to Boots recently in Northampton- since when did they have a Benefit bar!?). I apply the product to my damp hair and then blow dry. The only thing I don’t like is that it is really heavy and I feel like I need to wash my hair again or at least the next day. The results are great though- my hair feels doubled in thickness and I can’t wait to try some more products from this range and Bumble and Bumble in general. I've now run out of this and will be repurchasing ASAP!
Have you tried any of these products or do you have any you could recommend me? Please let me know in the comments below, I'd love to know your opinions :).
Thanks for reading, Leigh x
On first use I imagined that my hair was going to take ages to dry and feel tacky because of the oils (like when you leave conditioner in your hair). But this was not the case. I use my tangle Teezer to brush my damp hair and then apply either some of my Matrix ‘ExquisiteOil’ or my new 'OilWonders' oil which when used in combination with the shampoo and conditioner Matrix claim provides 4 times the strength! I have honestly noticed that I am having less fall out, my hair is drying quicker and I am not needing to straighten my hair as often because it makes my hair look healthier and sleeker- I am in desperate need for a trim though and it is becoming impossible to disguise!
I was also given some TIGI Bed Head products
for Christmas. I have always been a big fan of TIGI and Bed Head since working
as a teenager in a salon which used their products. I was like a kid in a candy
shop trying out all of the products on a Saturday. All smell divine and they offer
such a wide range of unique products for all hair types and hair goals. My
favourite product she gave me was the ‘Masterpiece Hairspray’. It claims to
hold all day whilst providing ‘Massive’ shine and it seriously does! In my
personal opinion this is for someone who likes a more structured hairstyle and wants super
hold. If like me, you like a more natural un-done look when you curl your hair then this may be too much for you however if you like your curls to hold all day/night
long then this is for you! I do use this for when I wear my hair up or when I
want tighter curls or if I know I need my style to last all day. I have a handbag sized version which is perfect to squeeze into your going out bag too!
If I am going out and want volume I absolutely love Bumble and Bumbles ‘Thickening’ range. I love the ‘Full Form Mousse’ which I picked up in my local Boots (by the way has anyone been to Boots recently in Northampton- since when did they have a Benefit bar!?). I apply the product to my damp hair and then blow dry. The only thing I don’t like is that it is really heavy and I feel like I need to wash my hair again or at least the next day. The results are great though- my hair feels doubled in thickness and I can’t wait to try some more products from this range and Bumble and Bumble in general. I've now run out of this and will be repurchasing ASAP!
Have you tried any of these products or do you have any you could recommend me? Please let me know in the comments below, I'd love to know your opinions :).
Thought I would include a picture of how long and healthy I have managed to get my hair through taking care and using the right products. And below a picture of my hair after sun damage, lightening and using too much heat in the summer.
Thanks for reading, Leigh x
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