I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Eric Del Monaco for more than a few years. I met him at one of the first L’Oreal blogger events I attended since starting my blog. Over time, I would see him at events, including one held at his own studio. Since I’ve started working downtown again, I’m fortunate to be able to see Eric at his own studio, conveniently located across the street from my office. You should visit…..Eric Del Monaco Hair Studio.
Kandee Johnson is THE OG of Youtube for beauty. I’ve been following her on social media for so many years, I don’t care to admit it (as it will be easy to determine my exact age). I wasn’t betting on any of my local stores in the GTA ( greater Toronto area) having her limited edition OGX Shampoo & Conditioners so when I was in the U.S.A. recently, I picked up the OGX Candy Gumdrop Shampoo & Conditioner. Just in case you didn’t get the ‘gist’ of that last sentence, I paid for these with my own $$$.
I received these products for review-if you watch me on YouTube you’d know that already (shameless plug). So subscribe here please 🙂
Obviously my hair means something to me-especially if you know me or have seen me in person, on facebook, on instagram, on snapchat or on YouTube (again, shameless plugs). I am, for the most part a professional salon product user -from conditioner, to shampoo, to styling aids and accessories. Once in awhile, I like to ‘play the field’-which my stylist HATES (sorry Marina). Seriously though, it’s good to take a look at what’s “out-there” and see if I’m missing anything.
Totally inspired to do a favorites post. No other reason!
Tarte Amazonian Clay shimmering powder in Champagne-this product was gifted to me and I honestly don’t think they make it in the shimmery quilted packaging that I have. This is a beautifully buttery highlight with the right amount of shimmer. It can be built up but looks beautiful wherever it’s applied. (more…)
*This is a #beautyunited post*
I’ve put my hair through a lot of processes for the past 30 years-it’s time to give back. Several days ago, on my quest to achieve THE perfect blonde, I went to the salon and had several hi-lift blonde shades put into my hair. So right now, my hair is quite fragile and needs a lot of TLC. I’ve been using Pantene Age Defy Shampoo & Conditioner for almost 2 weeks (prior to the hi-lift application) and I’d like to share my ‘findings’ with you.
My hair is fine in texture. I have a lot of hair-but it’s flat. I can get it big and voluminous with a lot of different products and some styling tools. I added this shampoo to my repetoire as one more step towards ‘going BIG’
From the website:
Body-building shampoo for BIG hair and loads of shine
Over half the base of Big shampoo is made with sea salt, giving massive volume to hair in need of a boost. Sea salt is also full of minerals and de-greases hair, removing dead skin cells and dirt without stripping natural oils for a fresh, squeaky clean feeling. We balance the sea salt with seaweed infusion and extra virgin coconut oil for soft, nourished locks. Finally, fresh citrus juices are squeezed in for incredible shine.
My thoughts:
This is a shampoo you have to get used to. It is granular and that can feel a bit ummmm ‘different’ than a standard shampoo. I scoop it out with my hands and massage it into my scalp. Once you get it into your hair, it will lather (not a ton but it will). I usually work it in from root to about halfway down my head, and then let the shampoo trickle down to the ends. I follow that up with veganese conditioner (another post coming on that eventually) which is light but provides enough moisture that my hair isn’t static. Then it’s off to the races with a volumizing mousse or a texture spray (let me know if you are interested in seeing/reading about what hair products I use!).
I like this shampoo-it’s different and leaves my hair feeling clean and refreshed. It’s more than I would like to pay for it, but the results are good so I’ll pay it once in awhile. If you’re craving volume, it’s best to start with a clean scalp and hair-try this one out!
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Pantene has announced the world’s top digital fashion icon and international trendsetter, Chiara Ferragni as the new face – and hair – for the brand.
A bona fide fashion star with over 5 million Instagram followers, Chiara is now ready to make her mark in beauty with Pantene. “I’m obsessed with my hair! I’ve always felt that when I have beautiful hair, I look and feel more beautiful – and stronger. When I was a teenager, I was fascinated by Pantene’s gorgeous ads and when I started travelling frequently I trusted it to look after my hair. So I’m thrilled to be Pantene’s latest ambassador because healthy hair helps me look and feel stronger and more beautiful.”
Commenting on the decision to recruit arguably the biggest phenomenon in the online style-sphere to front the global mega-brand, Layal Ammar, Pantene Brand Director, says: “We’re thrilled to announce the collaboration between the world’s top digital fashion icon and the world’s #1 haircare brand. Chiara is the epitome of the modern day woman with very demanding hair needs – she is constantly styling her hair, yet her hair is always immaculate. This is because Chiara’s choice is Pantene – she has been using the brand since she was a teen – and now we have joined forces to tell the world about her hair care secrets.”
I’m excited to see what Chiara will bring to the world of Pantene-she obviously has GREAT hair! What do you think?
Follow Chiara on Instagram and her blog, the blonde salad.
This giveaway is for Canadian residents!
Tis the season……for a giveaway. Win your very own holiday beauty box!
I definitely have a few ‘favorite things’ here-the whitestrips, the facial oil, and a nice red lipstick top off my holiday look! What about you?
I am going to make this simple-tell me what your holidays are going to be like this year and what products in this photo are your favorite….you can enter on Facebook OR Instagram OR do both.
Easy peasy right? Tis the season! Good luck! Giveaway ends on December 20th, 2015 and is open to Canadian Residents only!
I haven’t tried this product yet but wanted to get this out to you quickly…..it’s too good to keep to myself….let me know what you think.
… And just in time, as we find ourselves in another dry, cold winter that’s bound to wreak havoc on our hair. Capturing the moisturizing and rejuvenating powers of coconut, Coconut Milk Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner, developed specifically for all hair types, delivers just the right amount of moisture to keep your hair shiny and supple. The coconut oils in coconut milk, with their Vitamin E, lauric and capric acids, both moisturize and protect, penetrating the hair shaft to help prevent breakage and seal in moisture. Both shampoo and conditioner are enriched with Vitamins C and Provitamin B5, milk protein and rice protein adding to their nourishing, hydrating and strengthening properties. Never forgetting the sensory side of haircare, Live Clean’s Coconut Milk Moisturizing Shampoo lathers richly – and eco-safely! Both shampoo and conditioner are infused with just the right amount of coconut for a scent that evokes without overpowering. As always…eco-friendly, natural, plant-based…free of harsh chemicals. Live simple, live beautiful, live clean.
Live Clean Coconut Milk Moisturizing Shampoo
350 mL, suggested retail, $6.99
Live Clean Coconut Milk Moisturizing Conditioner
350 mL, suggested retail, $6.99
I’m a huge fan of coconut and can’t wait to give this a try! What about you?
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