Hey trubeautys!
Let’s talk about the natural haircare trend, shall we?! I’ve had a ton of you who follow me on instagram ask if my hair is real or if I have extensions… and if my hair is real, wondering if my routine is a lengthy process. Rest assured, my haircare process is not only super fast (it literally takes me 2 minutes)—but it’s also 100% natural, so right in alignment with the non-toxic beauty trend we are all shifting towards! After messaging back-and-forth with followers, you all inspired me to do a post not just telling you about the TWO, SUPER EASY 100% NATURAL HAIR CARE PRODUCTS I USE religiously every time I wash, but I wanted to show you just how easy it is in my recent Instagram LIVE tutorial.
I did the LIVE video with my dear friend and fellow doTERRA-obsessed natural solutions mama Randi (BellaLuna.me). This video tutorial was one of my top viewed LIVE videos on Instagram with thousands of viewers tuning in from all over the world! I think what people loved is that my post-shower haircare routine is not only SUPER simple and the ingredients are actually good for you—but they produce the beauty results us ladies want without compromise! People commented and shared that they were amazed at the results and loved to be able to see the transformation of my hair from wet strands to styled and sleek right before their eyes! So if you missed it LIVE, be sure to watch the final cut version in this Blog post, plus on my YouTube Channel in addition to checking out all the products details and discounted purchase links below!
Is My Long, Blonde, Thick Hair REALLY All Mine, Or Do I Have Extensions?!
The answer may surprise you……………………………………………………………………… Okay, okay enough with the ellipsis (that’s my writer way of creating suspense LOL 😉 The answer is yes, this IS all 100% my real hair!! I have honestly had long, blonde, thick hair for as long as I can remember (shout out to my Mama who gave me these thick locks). There were two instances where I actually cut off 10+ inches off my hair: the first in middle school when the A-Line bob was in-style and all my friends and I just had to have it; the second was at 21 years old right after graduating from college with my Bachelor’s Degree. I had just landed an epic management job for Bare Minerals cosmetics that paid great and allowed me to travel and felt on top of the world and that I needed a sophisticated change, so I cut off 10 inches and donated it to Locks Of Love, which felt amazing by the way and I highly recommend. However, after about 6 months, the “new-ness” of the shorter hair began to wear off and I missed how low maintenance and glamourous my long hair felt (mostly the convenience of the messy bun and ponytail LOL). So, after experimenting with extensions, which were super expensive and high maintenance, I eventually committed to living with the awkward “grow out” phase and I started to talk to my hair-stylist about my options. Enter… healthier, more natural, haircare routines!
During this process, (remember this was years ago) I started to realize that like what I put into my body, what I put onto my body—and hair—matters! I began to shift to more natural remedies, which I had always been attracted to anyway being a yogi at heart, but really pulled the trigger and tossed anything that didn’t make the cut of my new higher standards. The irony of this whole “hair detox” process is that I found when it comes to hair (like many things in life) less is more! The less, but higher quality products and ingredients I used, the faster my hair grew. For me I found that when I used natural products with good-for-you ingredients, I didn’t need as many products to balance out the issues other products were causing; is was like my hair was going back to its natural balanced state, if that makes sense? Surprise, surprise after being consistent with my healthier natural haircare routine—my hair grew longer, thicker, faster plus held onto color better! And, I mean, c’mon isn’t that what every girls wants anyway no matter what her style is—healthy, manageable hair that does what she wants?! I had found the solution and it felt great that it was so simple and saved me a ton of money on trial and error of the latest product with toxic ingredients.
(Photo From: @trubeautyMOVEMENT Instagram)
My 100% Natural Haircare Products (Post-Shower)
25% OFF doTERRA products featured in Blog Post & Video
While I’ve tried MANY products over the years and will continue to, because, well, that’s part of the fun being a wellness and beauty blogger. I have truly narrowed it down to two products I just can’t live without that are all natural and SUPER simple (as in takes seconds). For my VIP’s reading this Blog post, I have included a BONUS third product to add for extra sleekness just for YOU that I swear by! *Note unfortunately the 3rd product featured is not all-natural, but my stylist says the ingredients aren’t bad and man it works! I’d like to replace with better ingredients down the line so stay tuned, but for now I like it. Remember, natural/clean beauty is of course ideal, but we also gotta be real here and I’ve found when it comes to life balance is key. So like a healthy diet, for your beauty routine, seek as healthy as possible, while also have fun and don’t take life too seriously! Check out the specifics of my post-shower product breakdown below, ingredients & pricing and make sure you watch the video for a review of the shampoo and conditioner I use plus more details on where I apply these products and how much:
Clean Beauty Hair Product #1:
dōTERRA Salon Essentials® Healthy Hold Glaze (Retail: $24.00 / Wholesale (25% OFF): $18.00 )
Description
doTERRA Salon Essentials Healthy Hold Glaze is an all-in-one flexible-hold styling aid that protects, nourishes, and fortifies for smooth, shiny hair. This exclusive formula provides thermal protection, and protein-rich nanoparticles that work to promote improved moisture and softness. A light hold offers perfect support for beautifully styled hair.
Directions for Use
Apply to clean, damp hair by dispensing a small amount into hands and working product through hair to evenly disperse. Style as desired. May also be used on dry hair prior to using a heated styling tool.
Primary Benefits
- Light hold for perfect, soft style
- Provides immediate conditioning, smoothing, and shine
- Helps keep hair looking healthy, even after styling
- Heat activated conditioning and thermal protection
Ingredients
Aqua (Water), Silicone Quaternium-3, Betaine, PEG-8 Dimethicone, Maltodextrin/VP Copolymer, Hydroxypropyl Bis-Hydroxyethyldimonium Chloride, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Mentha piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Cedrus atlantica (Cedar Wood) Wood Oil, Lavandula hybrida (Lavandin) Oil, Origanum majorana(Marjoram) Leaf Oil, Melaleuca quinquenervia(Niaouli) Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus officinalus(Rosemary) Oil, Eucalyptus globulus (Eucalyptus) Leaf Oil, Citrus reticulata (Tangerine) Peel Oil, Sericin, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol, Glycerin, Trimethylsiloxyamodimethicone, Trideceth-12, Behentrimonium Chloride, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Polyquaternium-7, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, Lactic Acid, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, C-11-15 Pareth-7, C12-16 Parth-9,Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Natural Fragrance, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol
Clean Beauty Hair Product #2:
dōTERRA Salon Essentials® Root to Tip Serum (Retail: $46.67 / Wholesale (25% OFF): $35.00 )
Description
doTERRA Salon Essentials Root to Tip Serum is a salon professional formula infused with essential oils and nourishing lipids to promote smooth, shiny hair and a healthy-looking scalp. The carefully chosen CPTG essential oils of Lavender, Peppermint, Marjoram, Cedarwood, Lavandin, Rosemary, Niaouli, and Eucalyptus are known for their ability to rejuvenate the scalp while supporting the appearance of healthy hair. This powerful, lightweight serum provides extended moisture without weighing hair down or leaving an oily residue.
Directions for Use
Apply several drops on clean, damp hair in different locations on the scalp and lightly massage with finger tips. For healthier, smoother-looking hair, apply lightly throughout hair, paying special attention to the ends. Dry and style as usual.
Primary Benefits
- Provides immediate conditioning, smoothing, and shine
- Contains protective lipids to nourish and moisturize hair and scalp
- Deep conditions and promotes hair surface maintenance, leaving hair soft, shiny, and silky
- Helps improve the appearance of healthy hair, resulting in fewer visible split ends
Ingredients
Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Lavendula angustifolia (Lavender) Essential Oil, Mentha piperita (Peppermint) Essential Oil, Cedrus atlantica (Cedar Wood) Essential Oil, Lavandula hybrida (Lavandin) Essential Oil, Origanum majorana (Marjoram) Essential Oil, Argania spinosa Kernel Oil, Plukenetia volubilis Seed Oil, Limnanthes alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Melaleuca quinquenervia (Niaouli) Essential Oil, Rosmarinus officinalus (Rosemary) Essential Oil, Eucalyptus globulus (Eucalyptus) Essential Oil, Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract.
Bonus Product NOT Featured In Video
It’s A 10 Miracle Oil—Plus Keratin
Okay, VIP readers! So for those who have read all the way to this point, you all deserve to know about my Bonus Haircare product when I am wanting that EXTRA sleekness + shine! I use a product called “It’s a 10” hair serum. You can purchase here. As I stated above, unfortunately this product is NOT 100% natural likes the others listed above, but it truly does work and I do not use this on a daily basis. Instead this is more for special occasions when I want my hair to look extra chic and I know this serum wont let me down. To be clear, I still use the other two doTERRA products just as you see in the video. I simply pump 4 drops (adjust based on your hair length and thickness) and put in my hair similar to the way I apply the doTERRA Root To Tip Serum I show you in the video, distributing from roots to ends with hair already parted. Way to go YOU! For reading this whole post—now you get the Exclusive tip to look and feel your fabulous self with gorgeous hair that people will be asking YOU if it’s all your real hair too!
*doTERRA images & product details sourced from doTERRA corporate.
So, trubeautys what’s YOUR biggest hair goal or can’t-live-without hair product (clean beauty or not)?! Comment below or on my social, I’d love to hear from you!
Until next time—be balanced. be tru. & proud to be YOU!
xo Heath