Miss V:
There are a lot of products for hair out there. Too many. One can feel overwhelmed walking around department stores at all of the promises of each individual brand. This is especially the case with hair products. I have actually stood there in the middle of the pharmacy in a genuine dilemma over whether I should be concentrating on my split ends, boosting roots,or expertly anti-frizzing.
Yet, recently a wonderful advisor in Space NK told me that the best advice she had heard from an expert hairdresser was the importance of keeping the routine simple. Which is remarkably hard to do – given all our hair types, and multitude of styling/condition requirements. Now my hair is quite wavy (the outcome of the gene maths when one parent has poker straight hair and the other a mop of curls), and while a great recent haircut did wonders for maintaining the wave (seriously, if your tresses need pruning, this can work wonders) I am always on the look out for better ways to define the ‘do. Definition, in my eyes, is not a problem for Miss D’s hair. Gorgeous corkscrew curls frame her face, positively cherub-esque, however, as she will also fill you in, she has certain requirements of her products that must be met in order to be hair-happy.
So we talked ‘tousle’, and this is what we got.
Miss D here!
I've dubbed myself 'mop- head'. Why? Because I have a mostly unruly mass of curls atop my head. I know I should love what I've got, and I do quite enjoy the fact that my hair type is apparently much sought after by many women, but it can sometimes be a bit of a pain, proving to be big, frizzy, ¬ that sexy. Yet, I've managed to find a few products that help tame my mane.To boot, I only ever use products that haven't been tested on animals, &I aim to use potions &lotions without SLS, parabens or any other nasties. :) So here you go...(straight after Miss V's wave review :)).
Miss V: The Wave Review
· Umberto Giannini Scrunching Curl Friends jelly £4.79 [Score: 1/5 ]
Really poor product considering its ‘designer’ label. My waves felt weighed down and sticky, and scrunching seemed to create a birds-nest, not hair-best! Possibly more of a strict – corkscrew curl product, but did nothing for waves.
· Boots Essentials Curl Crème, £1.32 [Score: 4.5/5]
Funny how sometimes the best products are in the most basic packaging and with the lowest price tag. I had heard rumours this product was worth trying, and considering it was costing me about the same as a Latte, I thought it was worth the risk. The product smells pleasant, can be used on wet or dry hair, and upgraded my waves to almost curl status! If you fancy trying any of these waverers, then for me this is one of the most Barnet and budget beneficial.
· Aveda Be Curly Curl Enhancer, £17.50 [score 3/5]
This is a good product to have on your shelf. However, would I buy it again? Maybe. If I’m honest for wave definition it is ok. What for me is really good about this product is that it combats any frizz wonderfully. However, the price-tag is pretty extortionate. You pay for the name, and for my hair type, I’m not sure I can afford the re-introduction.
· Pantene Mousse Defined Curls, £2.99 [score 3.5/5]
I’m quite a fan of mousses – I think they can be great for adding a bit of body/texture to your hair. The size of the bottle shows how it lasts for ages, and I have had no problem with the mouse whip going flat (I guess this is the same worry of people making a meringue). Good hold, imagine it is great for anyone wanting to prep for rollers/curling tongs.
· Samy get curls curl re-activator £4.67 [score 5/5]
The wave fave. It looks like a serum, yet its consistency is really light-weight and non-sticky (if anything it is more like wave fluid). You can use however generously you want, and it maintains hair softness and definition. Price tag is pretty reasonable – the bottle is a good size, and most importantly for me, my waves stay wavy.
Miss D: The Curl Review
Paul Mitchell, Round Trip, £12. 95 { 3/5}
Ok, so I've heard good things about this brand, and I love that they've always been cruelty free. The company itself is pretty ethical, too. Naturally, I guessed that all their stuff would be pretty damn good. I read about Round Trip, and thought it might be worth a try, yet with a steep price tag, I decided to search out a sample instead. The results? Honestly, it was ok... For such a boutique-y product, I expected frizz free, defined curls. Yet after my hair was left to dry naturally, it still looked pretty unruly, and in need of extra serum/ anything else to keep it at bay. However, the product felt light on my locks, &I didn't get the dreaded 'crunchy' feeling some products deliver. Would I buy a full size bottle for almost £13? Mm, probably not.
John Freida, Ease Curl Reviver Corrective Styling Mousse, £5.29 {4/5}
For such an affordable product, this delivered impressive results. I only needed a little bit to make my curls defined, bouncy, &frizz free (yay!). My hair wasn't weighed down, and I didn't need any serum to smooth it down. The only niggler for me is that I'm a little wary of using products that are heavily laden with chemicals &other substances I've never even heard of. Yet, as a cheap, go to product that you know will deliver results, this is definitely a good 'un.
Naked Curl Tamer, £3.98 {5/5}
Paul Mitchell, Round Trip, £12. 95 { 3/5}
Ok, so I've heard good things about this brand, and I love that they've always been cruelty free. The company itself is pretty ethical, too. Naturally, I guessed that all their stuff would be pretty damn good. I read about Round Trip, and thought it might be worth a try, yet with a steep price tag, I decided to search out a sample instead. The results? Honestly, it was ok... For such a boutique-y product, I expected frizz free, defined curls. Yet after my hair was left to dry naturally, it still looked pretty unruly, and in need of extra serum/ anything else to keep it at bay. However, the product felt light on my locks, &I didn't get the dreaded 'crunchy' feeling some products deliver. Would I buy a full size bottle for almost £13? Mm, probably not.
John Freida, Ease Curl Reviver Corrective Styling Mousse, £5.29 {4/5}
For such an affordable product, this delivered impressive results. I only needed a little bit to make my curls defined, bouncy, &frizz free (yay!). My hair wasn't weighed down, and I didn't need any serum to smooth it down. The only niggler for me is that I'm a little wary of using products that are heavily laden with chemicals &other substances I've never even heard of. Yet, as a cheap, go to product that you know will deliver results, this is definitely a good 'un.
Naked Curl Tamer, £3.98 {5/5}
First up, this stuff is bloody brilliant. Miss V has often told me that I could be Naked's brand ambassador (not what you're thinking...) because I'm a complete sucker for their offerings. After using a tiny bit of this mousse, my locks were frizz free, defined, &manageable. What's more, its silicone free formula makes sure that your hair isn't damaged or left a little flat by product build up. My verdict, if your curls are driving you barmy, this stuff is your winner. :)
Neal's Yard, Rosemary &Cedarwood Hair Treatment, £6.35 {4.5/5}
Strictly speaking, this isn't a product for curly hair. But it does serve as a luxurious de-frizzing masque for worn out hair. Plus, it's packed with essential oils so it smells beautiful! Leave it on for anything from twenty minutes to all night, and wash it off for a gorgeously soft barnet. I use it every fortnight, and it's definitely helped make my hair easier to contend with in the mornings!
Lush, Curly Wurly, £9.50 {3.5/5}
This shampoo is rammed with coconut, so it leaves your hair smelling delicious all day long. Seeing as it's a Lush product, you know it's (pretty much) all natural and packed with extracts which are actually good for your hair! It did leave my hair soft, but I needed extra products to tame my curls a little bit more. Also, the coconut shavings are a bit of a pain to comb out when you're in the shower, &I found the tub strewn with them after I climbed out, much to my flatmate's dismay. :)
Cake for your curls? Ooh, why on earth not?!
(Chef's hat optional).
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