Hair spray, like gel, can be a polarizing beauty product. Some women swear by it, others loathe it. Even among those who would despair to be a day without it, there are cult classics like L’Oreal Elnett and more niche version of this styling wonder like Aveda’s Be Curly Curl Enhancing Spray. If you’re a …
Continue ReadingMy Experience I was new to style-prep products when I tried this, so I had no performance expectations whatsoever. This product claims to provide all-day frizz control, moisture and curl definition. It (mostly) delivers. Read all of my experiences with Aveda products here. Interested in the Be Curly line? Read my experiences with other Be Curly products …
Continue ReadingBeloved readers, if you’d like an entry product into the world of Aveda, or you have a virgin/minimally processed mane: This shampoo is for you. This ‘poo has a fresh, light “herbal” scent, which lingers kindly in the hair for a couple hours after washing. Its a refreshing, calm scent that will not compete with …
Continue ReadingBeloved readers, if you would like an entry product into the world of Aveda (or you posses a virgin mane) this should definitely be on your “Ask For A Sample List.” This product is also a great entry product to Aveda prices ($22) and Aveda quality. (Fantastic!) I say the same of it’s coordinating shampoo, which I …
Continue ReadingMy Experience This product is beloved part of my Hair Trauma First Aid Kit. It always come through when I need to repair my hair from my latest chemical whim, delivering near-miraculous results. This’ll absolutely drench your hair from root to tip, in strand plumping, shine-inducing, and softness-increasing glory. They’ve updated the package design, beloved readers: …
Continue ReadingIf this is Aveda’s apology for discontinuing its (much loved) Nourishing Concentrate then APOLOGY ACCEPTED. From the above statement, beloved readers, you may assume that I am pleased with this leave-in. Your assumption is correct. My Experience This left my hair bouncy, silky, and soft to the touch. (Huzzah!) This daily leave-in provides subtle strengthening added suppleness. …
Continue ReadingHow did it make my hair feel? Happy. Allow me to me explain: This gentle shampoo left my hair (deliciously) moist, soft, and pliable. My Experience I have never used a (super) gentle shampoo quite like this. Are there other shampoos that are gentle for less? Absolutely. Will I always think of this shampoo fondly? Oh my, yes! …
Continue ReadingI was skeptical that “Quinoa Protein” and “Alfalfa Powder” could rival my (beloved) ApHogee Two Step Treatment (my experience) or Neutral Protein Filler (my experience). It didn’t. My Experience What surprised me about this protein treatment is that it came in a nice and neat third place in performance out of all of the protein …
Continue ReadingBeloved readers, I have been greatly impressed with the quality and gentleness of Aveda shampoos. This is no exception. My Experience I was delighted to find my hair felt perfectly moisturized and had plenty of slip–sans the “coated” feeling of many “slippy” shampoos. It made shampooing my hair feel like a spa experience–a lovely, little luxury. …
Continue ReadingUPDATE: Aveda removed the alfalfa powder, beloved readers. I spied out the alfalfa powder in the ingredient list and giggled. To me alfalfa is guinea pig Turkish Delight. If you have raised guinea pigs as I did, as a child, you’ll understand. For those who don’t know: They loose their adorable, little minds for just a tiny clump …
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