Turns out there's a rhyme AND a reason to the way stylists apply hair products...

Follow the above order when applying your products and your styling results will be

that

much better. By layering the products correctly they work better and your style will last longer. On top of the tips above I would like to expand a little on my top recommendations.

Shampoo really should only be applied to the roots

- it's where the oil and dirt lie. The ends are typically drier so avoid stripping natural oils and your ends will love you for it.

Blowdry creams and oils are for the ends

- rebuild lost moisture and protect from heat. Your style will last longer and keep more volume if you avoid the root areas when applying these.

Dry shampoo is a girl's best friend

- you'll shampoo less and therefor your hair will be in much better condition.

Nothing helps split ends like a trim

- products really do make a huge difference- BUT regular trims are the centerpiece to healthy looking hair.

Here's to YOUR beautiful hair!

Although Summer brings a plethora of benefits to our lives, it is also a big contributer to lack-luster hair color and texture. When you find yourself oog-ling the shiny locks of any Victoria's Secret model- remember the biggest causes of dullness, and more importantly the steps to combat it.

The Culprit: Build Up

Your hair is made up of a layered structure that absorbs much like a sponge. Regular shampooing doesn't always purge the build-up found deep

within

Brighten Highlights with these products by pureology

the layers of that sponge. Pollutants like chlorine or hard water, sweat and oil, and styling aids all add to the dullness your hair experiences. This buildup creates weight on your hair causing a loss in volume and the ability to hold style, as well as a film that darkens the vibrancy of your hair color- both natural color or artificially pigmented hair color.

My recommended pureology products

to clarify and hydrate

The Solution: Clarifying Shampoo and Conditioning Masque

Clarifying shampoos are meant to open the outer-most layer of the hair shaft- the cuticle, and remove the build up that has attached to the hair. Ingredients in these types of shampoos often include witch hazel, tea tree oil, and baking soda that gently remove dulling residues. When the hair is stripped of buildup it will behave better, hold a style longer, and overall be more vibrant. Use of these shampoos is usually recommended once every 2-3 weeks.

Follow your clarifying treatment with a moisture repair masque. This will soften the hair shaft and help to close the cuticle which gives hair a shinier appearance. Pliability will be restored and your locks will be ready for their close up! Look for ingredients like shea butter, avocado oil, and jojoba oil to restore moisture and shine. Most masques are recommended to be applied for 5-10 minutes before being rinsed thoroughly.

Here's to a fabulous Summer and radiant tresses! New here? Let's be friends on facebook