To continue on with my new blog series, New Product Launches, I’m sharing my favorites in haircare in today’s feature. In case you missed the first list on the newest clean skincare products, you can find it here. These posts cover all the latest and greatest in clean living that you won’t want to miss!
Read moreIndie Beauty Brands You’ll Want to Try from This Year’s Indie Beauty Expo
Did you know that when it comes to beauty, indie brands are one of the fastest-growing categories? I personally love discovering new brands and was thrilled to be chosen by the IndieBeautyExpo (IBE) to curate my own personal clean beauty boutique called onTUWI.
onTUWI stands for Team Up With Indie and it is a platform where influencers are asked to style a digital boutique with their favorite brands from the IndieBeautyExpo (IBE), which was held in Los Angeles last month. From close to 200 beauty, wellness and lifestyle brands, I chose 11 of my favorites that were represented at IBE, and I will be selling them through my online boutique at a 20% discount when you use the promotion code Melissam20.
My boutique will only be open for a limited time, so check out my fave picks below to see which ones you may want to try for yourself, and to read a bit more about each individual brand’s mission.
Click the images or shop buttons to purchase directly until March 31st and remember to use special promo code Melissam20 to receive 20% off all purchases!
Hush & Hush MindYourMind Supplement
What do you get when you blend natural sleep aids like tryptophan, valerian root, holy basil leaf and magnesium together? A good night’s sleep with no sluggishness the next morning!
Hush & Hush TimeCapsule Supplement
I’m all about looking and feeling 10 years younger, and with a little help from TimeCapsule I get a boost of energy and my skin and hair have never looked better. Hacking the aging process from the inside out!
Daily Concepts Daily Bio-Cotton Makeup Removers
Clean beauty and sustainability go hand in hand. These reusable, washable cotton pads check both of those boxes and remove make-up easily without the hassle of tiny fibers getting stuck in your eyelashes like with disposable cotton balls or pads.
evanhealy The Daily Balancing Ritual Kit
(with Cleanser, Hydrosoul, and Oil Serum)
This product trio centers around rose geranium and its ability to harmonize any oil imbalance. Make this cleansing ritual part of your routine and leave your dry winter skin happy and harmonious.
Watch out sun-damaged and wrinkled skin! This serum helps with reducing both of these woes as it reduces the appearance of wrinkles and discoloration while plumping skin with moisture.
Winged Radiance Body Oil with CBD
Perfect for after shower or bath, this oil keeps skin super-hydrated from head to toe with 100mg of CBD. It is also great to calm irritated skin after shaving.
berlin skin Sandalwood Facial Cream
Made using sustainable practices, this lightweight face cream is free of parabens, sulfates, mineral oil, and synthetic fragrances to soothe and restore skin texture.
Root Pretty Hair Day Dry Shampoo
Packaged in a recyclable bottle, this clean beauty dry shampoo is a champion at soaking up excess oil using organic, natural ingredients. It comes untinted or in a brown tint.
Province Apothecary Rejuvenating + Hydrating Face Serum
There’s nothing like a good face serum and this one is a gem! It has an incredible fragrance and is full of plant oils absorbing easily into the skin to hydrate and firm.
Moon Boost Lash & Brow Enhancing Serum
Who wants long lashes, raise your hand! One hundred percent natural, vegan, organic and cruelty-free, this serum is made to leave your lashes and browns conditioned and growing…and the best part…it won’t break the bank like lash extensions!
Color: Front Row
A satiny, smooth, buildable powder highlighter that adds an instant sun-kissed glow to the skin. Gives a natural look and is enriched with jojoba seed oil and vitamin E. Vegan, hypoallergenic and of course, cruelty-free.
I hope you’ll discover a favorite or two from this list of hidden gems. I’m proud to help support these brands and the entrepreneurs behind them through the onTUWI platform. Make sure to follow me on Instagram where I will be storying these brands over the next few weeks so you can get to know them a bit better!
xxMelissa
My Hair Care Routine for Healthy, Shiny Locks
Maintaining healthy hair is important to me—I’ve always thought of my hair as a big part of my physical identity so I really pay attention to the products I use to keep it in tip top shape. Since I’ve been getting a lot of questions regarding my hair care routine, I thought it would be helpful to put together a post sharing with you the exact hair products I use and why I love them.
Shoes: Aquazurra, Bag: Proenza Schouler
Shampoos + Conditioners + Masks:
I happen to use a fair amount of Moroccanoil hair products because they combine quality cleansing and detangling formulas with antioxidant-rich argan oil. Two of my favorites from the line are the Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Shampoo and Conditioner. Did you know they are an award winning hair care brand with an intoxicating floral and amber scent? If you have not used their products, I am sure you’ve heard of them. Ever since I was introduced to this brand several years ago, I’ve been addicted! Living in LA, it’s easy for my hair to dry out, as it’s constantly exposed to the sun. I also use quite a bit of heat on my hair, not to mention my highlights! Moroccanoil’s shampoo and conditioner is specifically made to repair damaged hair and also helps bring that moisture back into my locks.
I also use Moroccanoil’s Restorative Hair mask once a week and leave it on my hair for 5-7 minutes before rinsing out. I usually use twice as much product on the ends and typically leave out the roots. (Tip: While you are waiting with the conditioner in your hair, do a full body exfoliation). I love this mask because it infuses protein directly into my strands, making my hair both stronger and smoother.
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Other Shampoos/Conditioners I like:
I wash my hair three times a week and like to switch up my hair products so that it doesn’t get used to the same exact ingredients. In addition to Moroccanoil shampoos and conditioners, I also use Dry Bar’s On The Rocks Shampoo + Conditioner. Both of these products have activated charcoal that removes impurities and product buildup, so it’s perfect for my hair once a week! I also love Beauty With a Twist’s purple shampoo and use this once a week, as it prevents my highlights from looking brassy and helps maintain the brightness of their color. All of these shampoos and conditioners have incredible scents!
Brushes:
Investing in high quality brushes is a must if you’re trying to keep your hair healthy and strong. I’ve listed out my three favorites below.
The Mason Pearson Junior Mixture Nylon & Boar Bristle Hair Brush exfoliates the scalp while stimulating circulation to the hair follicles. I also really love The Original Detangling Hairbrush by Tangle Teezer. You can use both of these brushes on wet or dry hair.
The R+Co Round Brush 4, 2.6 Inch is what I use when I’m ready to blow out my hair! Using this brush while drying your hair will help add the perfect amount of volume to it. Plus, it’s great for adding body and achieving that silky smooth finish.
Styling Tools:
T3 Whirl Convertible Styling Wand- a wand that creates long-lasting tousled waves with different interchangeable wands that you can select depending on the type of wave or curl you are looking to achieve.
A lightweight blow-dryer with a digitally-controlled wide volume of air enhanced with negative ions to dry hair quickly for soft, healthy-looking results.
Conair's Infiniti Pro curling wand will put curl in your hair without the kinks by simply wrapping your strands around the barrel (always wrap the hair in the direction that is away from your face)! This heat-styling tool is priced right and is super easy to use.
Styling Products:
My go-to product before I blow dry my hair is the Moroccanoil Hydrating Styling Cream. I apply this to my clean, damp hair (using more product on the ends) to protect it from all the heat styling tools I use regularly. This product is one of my favorites from the line because it’s like a hair moisturizer that de-frizzes and provides heat protection at the same time! It also helps with styling and leaves my hair feeling super soft while it hydrates and conditions! And, the scent is DREAMY!
I love the Detox Dry Shampoo by DryBar! I will use this in between washes to absorb oils and dirt but I’ll also use after I blow dry my clean hair for a little extra volume. They also make one that is great for brunettes and sprays on a bit darker than the original formula. Another favorite dry shampoo is from Ouai! I love it’s airy scent and the way it goes on clear!
I also use Joico Body Shake Texturizing Finisher and Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray in medium hold. Both of these products provide the perfect hold, add texture and volume while also fighting frizz.
I like to finish by adding a little bit of the Moroccanoil’s original formula on the ends of my hair to coat them so they look smooth and silky.
And there you have it! All my favorite hair products that I truly cannot live without!
I hope you all enjoyed this post! What are some of your favorite hair products? Please leave in comments.
xxMelissa
P.S. Coming soon—check out my Instagram Beauty highlight reel for a step by step tutorial explaining how I blow dry my hair and achieve loose beach waves without using a curling iron!
Tune in 10/4 to see my Instagram Story takeover on the Moroccanoil Instagram channel!
*This post was not sponsored but I was gifted some of the products mentioned.