All Things HAIR!

These are all of the products that I absolutely A-D-O-R-E!  

     

L'oreal Elnett Satin Hairspray with UV Shield in Strong Hold - this hairspray has been my favorite for a couple of years and I honestly haven't used anything else! I don't know how we'll the UV shield works considering I have nothing to compare it to, but the hold is definitely strong and it doesn't leave a lot of build up after you use it. You can purchase this at Target.

Paul Mitchell SUN Collection Color Shield Protecting Spray - I use this everyday, without fail! Especially useful when you're at the beach or pool. It smooths your hair while protecting your strands! Love the way this spray smells - and don't be fooled by the bottle as it may be small but a little bit goes a long way! (You can purchase at ULTA)

L'Oreal EverStyles Energizing Shampoo - This is a 5star product, to me!! It's super cheap and works better than other expensive brands I've tried in the past, plus, it smells amazing! It can also be used as an instant volumizer on clean hair that needs a little lift. (Purchased at Target for around $4)

Salon Grafix Spray Powder Shampoo - This particular dry shampoo has brunette coloring in it which can help with fading and outgrown roots while adding a ton of volume, plus it lasts a long time, even with day-to-day use - love it!  (Purchased at ULTA for $8)

Straight Sexy Hair: Smooth & Protect Flat Iron Spray/Darn Straight Straightening and Polishing Lotion - I use these two together anytime I use them. I have MASSIVELY curly hair and I tend to straighten/blow dry my hair daily, so any sort of protection/smoothing system I can use, I DO! These products are very "light" feeling, but extremely effective! I personally believe that when I use both products, that they help tame my frizz with the humidity my hair has to deal with living on the East Coast.

Moroccan Oil Frizz Control - L-O-V-E this spray! A little bit goes a LONG way! I don't use this with the Sexy Straight Hair Darn Straight Lotion as I use the other Moroccan oil in its place as I really only use this spray if it's raining, THAT'S how good it works! As curly as my hair gets, I only need about 2-3 sprays on the bottom half of my hair and I can feel a HUGE difference after I blow dry. **Don't purchase this is you want a conditioning spray, as this is NOT. It gives more of a stiff feeling over anything else but it works WONDERS if you hate humidity as much as I do.

Moroccan Oil Treatment LIGHT - If you're looking for a type of smoothing system - BUY THIS! Your hair will smell amazing for forever and this stuff creates so much smoothness and shine, it's unbelievable! I use this almost daily on my ends.. Wonderful product! It's not the cheapest of products, but again, the TINIEST bit goes a long, LONG way! I buy the LIGHT version of the original but I personally think it works just as well as the original.

Please let me know what you think of these products by tweeting (twitter)/instagraming (blog instagram) me! I'd love to know which products you've picked up and how they worked out for you xo

-Taylor Pilkington xo

DIY Hot Oil Hair Treatment That WORKS!!!! Yey!

 **I posted this on my last blog, but felt the need to repost because it's one of my favorites.**
A hot oil hair treatment that works using JUST OIL - NO CHEMICALS! It leaves your hair feeling super silky and NOT heavy or oily! I do this about once every month, mainly for lack of time on my behalf, but if you have the time, do it as often as you need it. The winter time sucks when it comes to your hair and skin so keep up this regimen and that's one less thing you'll have to keep up with ;) ENJOY! xx

1.            Put the olive oil in a bowl (the amount depends on the length and thickness of your hair) and place the bowl with the olive oil in the microwave. 

2.            Heat up the oil in 10 second increments. You'll probably have to do this a few times. Also, make sure you keep an eye on it while it's in the microwave. *CAUTION: Be extremely careful not to burn yourself, the oil may be hot.* 

3.            Pour the warm olive oil over your hair and comb through thoroughly. Use your fingers to massage the oil through the hair and on to your scalp. 

4.            Once that's done, put your hair in a bun and place a shower cap over it. 

5.            (Optional) Wet a towel with warm water, wring it out and carefully wrap it around your head.  Let it sit for 30 minutes. This will help open pores causing the treatment to be more efficient.

During the 30 minutes, if the towel gets cold, carefully take it off and re-wet it with warm water. Once the 30 minutes is up, wash your hair thoroughly with 
shampoo as normal.

UPDATE 08/13/14:
This particular blog has gotten out over 11,000 times!! I'm beyond happy & would love to know where everyone is seeing this blog link from, whether it be a website, twitter, instagram, google etc - please comment below or tweet me @taylorpilk XO Be sure to check out my website & other blog posts here.