So a lot of you seem to like my hair post, which is ironic as it’s the area which I one, know least about, two that I don’t really pay much attention to, and three have a lot of products for but never ever use.
Suppose it’s good that you lot are kicking me into gear, so my appearance and hair thanks you.
Do any of you remember that song ‘Sunscreen’ from the nineties. One of the snippets of advice was to wear sunscreen, which I do religiously, and not to mess with your hair too much as it you will be bald. Well I did take that bit of wisdom to heart. So aside from washing, and blow drying in the winter I really cannot be bothered half the time.
Grease Monkey.
I was always of the school of thought that you should allow your hair to get as greasy as possible to allow the natural oils to nourish your hair. I used to wash my hair once every other day or once every three days if I could help it. Of late I started to develop these large spotty cysts on my scalp or sores everywhere. Luckily hair covered it up so you couldn’t notice but, it was so blooming itchy. My boss sits opposite from me and asked my outright if I have lice as I was literally sitting there scratching my head constantly for about two weeks.
I knew I had to do something. I got rid of my shampoo and conditioner and started to use my fiancée's head and shoulders. Which helped with the itching. I started to read and google cysts on the head. From the bunch of different things I read, you basically have to treat your scalp as you would your face. You wouldn’t go out without washing your face would you? (well I hope not) Phillip Kingsley recommends washing your hair every day esp if you have greasy hair, which I do.
Read his blog it's awesome: http://blog.philipkingsley.com/
What was happening to my scalp was basically what would happen to my face if I didn’t wash it. I got spots and sores, that were getting infected by dirt, oil and whatever products I had on my hair two days ago. No wonder my head was itchy!
Read his blog it's awesome: http://blog.philipkingsley.com/
What was happening to my scalp was basically what would happen to my face if I didn’t wash it. I got spots and sores, that were getting infected by dirt, oil and whatever products I had on my hair two days ago. No wonder my head was itchy!
I like Head and Shoulders I like the minty feeling your get on your head when you wash with it. However it was a bit strong to be used every day, so I cast about for something a bit gentler.
Amino Acid Shampoo Keihls £15 Keihls online and in store. Selfridges in store.
Now with the exception of their crème de corps I usually shun everything for Keihls. Not that their stuff is not good, but just does not work for me. So aside from the bi-annual trip for a giant bottle of body cream I usually don’t purchase much form them. Last time I went I received a generous sample of this which I started to use due to its travel friendly size. I was amazed to find that my hair loved it so I purchased the full size. There are acids within this shampoo which help balance out the ph levels on your scalp. The coconut oil in this makes it smell divine and has added skin and hair benefits.
Blurb from website states
“Amino Acids are fundamental to the human body and construct proteins. When chemically united with fatty alcohol or fatty acid, they have cleansing properties and maintain their mild amphoteric character. Amino Acids are known to moisturize by enhancing the skin's water retention.”
“Coconut oil is an off-white, semi-solid, highly saturated fat expressed from the kernels of the coconut. It is stable when exposed to air. It lathers quickly and is a good skin cleanser commonly used in many skin care formulations. Lathers readily and softens skin.
“Hydrolysed Wheat Protein, also known as by the collective name Phyto Peptides, is an effective substitute for hydrolysed animal protein derived by acid, enzyme, or other method of hydrolysis. It offers conditioning, moisturizing and film forming properties and is widely in skin care products to help skin retain its moisture and improve its overall appearance.”
This is a great everyday shampoo, it really cleans my hair, doesn’t strip it too much from my hair and smell amazing.
Moisture seal Conditioner Charles Worthington £5.49 Boots in store an online
I have always loved the hair care from Charles Worthington. I honestly couldn’t tell you what makes me unfaithful to them, after cheating on them with something else I will always go back to them as my default.
It contains argan oil which is excellent for moisturising the hair. As a general use I like that it moisturises my hair but it’s not heavy.
Blurb from website.
“The Moisture Seal range is enriched with nourishing Argan Oil and fragranced with lime, mandarin and white florals, making it an everyday luxury that can be used every day to moisturise, smooth and detangle, sealing in moisture without adding weight. The result? Soft, beautifully conditioned hair that feels silky and looks red-carpet ready, from root to tip.
The exceptionally rich formula nourishes and moisturises to improve hair’s condition without weighing it down. Afterwards, your hair appears full of life and dry ends virtually disappear.”
This is the first time I have spent more on a shampoo than a conditioner, it’s meant to be the other way round normally. However it’s working for me so if it ain’t broke don’t fix it. I have been using both of these now for about 4 weeks and itching gone, sores and scalp spots gone. Hair is lovely and happy see pics.
Styling gear
I will do a separate post for my styling products that I am using but at the moment, but for reference I use:
Moroccan hair oil
Percy and Reed Bodifying cream
Bumble and bumble surf spray* I did a post on this a couple of days ago.
Hope that was helpful.
Thank you for reading.
Carrie x
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