Normally I stay in the makeup lane, but I’m about to change things up and talk all about hair. I’m excited to share my favorite hair products and why I am obsessed with them.
• Most of my clients want a product that reduces frizz and helps maintain their hairstyle’s sleek, shiny look. When they request no frizz, I always reach for Kenra Professional Platinum Blow-dry Mist ($22.99, Ulta.com). You spray it after you blow dry most of the heavy water out, and BAM — smooth hair!
• Everyone always asks, “What is the best shampoo and conditioner?” Well, to be honest, it’s all personal preference. I have tried so many shampoos, and I always return to the same brand. Joico shampoos and conditioners ($38.50, Walmart) are great, and I feel like they have something for just about every hair type. Added bonus — they smell good, too! Joico’s Moisture Recovery system is great for people with thick, medium-coarse hair. The Hydra Splash system is great for those with thinner, fine hair. Both of these shampoo and conditioners are super moisturizing, which even makes it great for curly hair because curls thrive on moisture.
• I definitely encourage using dry shampoo because I absolutely hate washing my hair every day. My favorite is the Kenra Professional Volume dry shampoo ($17.99, ulta.com). The name says it all! We live in the South, so most of us are all about hair volume. Plus, over time as your hair gets dirtier, it has less volume, so a good dry shampoo helps bring it back to life. I have super fine hair, and I don’t feel like this product weighs it down, which is so important to me.
• I couldn’t end this without giving you a tool that has been my saving grace. The Wet Brush (12.99, Kohl’s) is really all that everyone says it is. It’s amazing. It doesn’t rip through my hair. It doesn’t hurt when I brush through tangles, and it’s great for extensions if you have them. I do everything with this brush, from blow drying to brushing wet to brushing dry. It helps me get a smooth blowout while also giving me volume by brushing it the opposite direction as my part. It really is the best!
Lauren Riley is a makeup artist and hairdresser on the Coast, specializing in on-location wedding and event makeup, blondes and hand-tied extensions. Contact her or learn more at www.laurenrileyhairmakeup.com or facebook.com/laurenrileyhairmakeup.