A Hair Miracle.

In January, I won a giveaway of Lisa's and was sent a surprise gift, which turned out to be the Style Shifter Spray from Schwarzkopf OSIS  (the one I secretly wanted), which is a liquid texturising spray. Lisa had previously reviewed them calling it her 'hair saviour', so I was expecting big things, (you can read her review here). I was not disappointed, and I'm not exagerating when I describe it as my miracle spray.

I am so lazy when it comes to my hair and usually just twist it into a bun before it's completely dry,  and shaking it out an hour later or so, but this really helps to define the waves and give them a little 'boost'.  It makes it look like I've spent an hour curling my hair, when all I've done is turned my head upside down and giving them a light spray and scrunched my hair with my hands. I do completely agree with Lisa, I think this works best for those with natural waves or curls, and really adds more body and shape. Basically, I think it's amazing, and it smells like coconuts and tropical paradise. Mmm.

I definitely recommend this line, it's been an absolute time saver in the mornings when my hair looks a mess, and there's no more fusing around with straighteners or my hot brush to make my hair look presentable. If you're anything like me, and enjoy your sleep this one is definitely for you. It's also worked really well for me when I've had to get ready with limited time for a night out, a quick spritz and my hair is done. I'll definitely be purchasing this when I run out.

It is a salon exclusive product, and comes in three different strengths, this one being the lightest, and retail for £8.70. So if there's a salon near you that stocks Schwarskopf OSIS products it's worth checking out. Lisa also found a website that sells them, so have a look at her post if you're interested in buying online.

Just a quick word of warning, don't spray too close or you can find your hair can get a bit crispy!

Any hair products you swear by?

 

Thanks for reading! 

Nic xxx

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Winter Must Haves: Part 2

Part 2: Hair

During the winter, I hate leaving my hair to dry naturally, and it's really the only time of the year I used my hair dryer. With more heat, I like more protection! Using these products has really made a big difference in the dryness of the ends. Usually, my hair looks so ragged this long after a hair cut, but it's been nearly 3 months and I'm not anxious to get back to the hairdresser.

I try not to wash my hair too often, and rely on some dry shampoo to keep me going between washes, I wash it 2-3 times a week. 

Dove Hair Therapy Nourishing Oil Care Conditioner

I've just finished my first bottle of this, and decided to pick it up after reading about it on a few blogs. The smell, is so fruity, and lasts long enough that people have actually commented on the smell hours I've washed it. It really is nourishing, leaving my hair is silky, without being weighed down. 

Aussie Lucious Long Leave-In Conditioner

I use this on the days I've washed my hair, just a light spray all over my hair and then brush it through with my Tangle Tweezer.  Again, it smells great, just like all the Aussie products.

Macadamia Healing Oil Treatment

This stuff is seriously amazing! I've been using this since July and I've definitely noticed an improvement on my ends, even before I started using the Dove conditioner.  (It probably deserves it's own post.) I apply it on wet hair and wait about 15 minutes before blow drying, and sometimes if my hair's a bit fly away, I will apply it to the dry ends to smooth it out.

Lee Stafford Heat Protection Spray

I've always been a bit skeptical if heat protection sprays actually work, but there was an amazing deal in Boots back in September, 3 products for £10 so I got it for free basically. Thought it was about time I used one. I guess, it's no worse than using nothing at all. I use it on dry hair, on the days I occasionally use my straighteners, or when I use my Tresemme hot styling brush. I don't use it straight after washing as my Aussie leave-in is supposed to protect too.

I'm not sure exactly which product has made a difference, or if it's a accumulation of all them; but I'm pretty happy with the lack of dry ends, as well as minimised breakage. I've got a rotation of shampoos on the go,  but don't think I'll be changing my conditioner, or this routine for a while.

Uni is now done for Christmas (yaaaay), so I'm hoping to get back to blogging more regularly. My fingers have been itching to blog, but I had an essay that had to take priority.

Thanks for reading!

Nic xxx

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