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Bumble and bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil

When I say I am enthusiastic about a product, I really mean it. And this time I REALLY mean it. After trying the Bumble and bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil a couple of times, I can report my hair routine is transformed. I don’t ever dry my hair, and lately, it is always in a bun. The ends can get a little frizzy and dry – and, as a result, I don’t wear it down much. The new routine changed all that.

I start with a very little bit of the dry oil in my palms. After rubbing my palms together, I get the majority of the product on my ends. The oil isn’t greasy and doesn’t have an overwhelming scent. I take the remaining bit of product (very little) and work it through the whole length of my hair, especially in the back where frizz tends to occur. The result is smooth, healthy, shiny, air-dried hair. WOW.

The key to this oil is that is it supremely lightweight. The blend of six oils and two extracts can improve texture over time as well. Those who color their hair will applaud the UVA/UVB filters. And if you do dry your hair, it also offers heat protection. This formula detangles hair and helps strengthen hair against breakage. And lastly, it is clear so those of you with platnium or silver hair are safe!

This is truly a holy grail item. I purchased the Bumble and bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil myself at Sephora for $38.

Summer Hair Gems

1. Serge Normant MetaSilk Shampoo and MetaVelour Conditioner make up my new special occasion routine. This duo makes my hair unbelievably soft, bouncy and shining. Somehow they manage to nourish my hair, but still make it feel clean. Cedar bark from Morocco works to clarify the scalp and hair. Natural botanical oils, rice and essential fatty acids in the conditioner make hair silky.

2. Shu Uemura Essential Drops Purifying Blend: I am really into scalp health lately. I have been using the Shu Uemura Cleansing Oil Shampoo and my hair is performing better and looking healthier. With the addition of the Essential Drops, flakiness and itching is basically eradicated. I am hooked especially since I learned a healthy scalp can make your hair look better, longer, with anti-aging effects.

3. blowPro ‘faux dry™’ dry shampoo: Hands down, my favorite dry shampoo this summer is from blowPro. The formula contains a micronized corn starch that volumizes without getting sticky or weighing hair down. It isn’t a spray bottle, but rather you squeeze to release the formula, giving more control over the application.

4. Bumble and bumble Styling Creme: This formula is somewhere between a mousse and gel that works great on wet hair. My blow outs tend to last just a little longer, waves tend to hold up a little longer, when I use this stuff before blow drying. Just use a little bit and it will never become stiff or sticky.

5. Oscar Blandi Jasmine Oil Serum: The ends of my hair have become a little dry this summer. And they drink up this hair serum like crazy. Not to mention this stuff smells amazingly good. I love it before bedtime. And it doesn’t make my hair greasy in the least bit.

6. Goody Doublewear Elastic: These make a great addition to any arm party, and make a polished looking pony. I also love the headband version that turns into a necklace.

Summer Hair Staples

1. Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray – Okay, I know most of you have heard of this stuff already. It is basically cult status. But if not, pick up some for this summer. It is the only thing I can find that gives effortless beach waves. I spray this on the ends of day-old hair for body and a slight wave. It also works great on wet hair at night. After applying, braid and sleep. Wake with big, bouncy waves. Sure, you can make your own salt water to give volume and texture. But Bumble and Bumble have added in seaweed and kelp that keeps my hair much more hydrated than ocean water.

2. Kanebo Sensai Collection Sensai Intensive Hair Mask – Because I am addicted to buns and braids (especially in the hot summer), my hair is super long these days. I don’t have a problem keeping it free of split ends, but I have noticed a little dryness. This mask is technically recommended for severely damaged hair, but it also gives my relatively healthy hair a boost. The mask contains ten oriental herbal extracts to smooth and shine. It has a very subtle but pleasant floral fragrance. I apply to the bottom third of my strands after shampooing. I throw my hair in a bun in the shower and rinse out after about five minutes. I love that it doesn’t make my hair greasy, but bouncy and nourished.

3. Goody QUIK STYLE Paddle Brush – Did you know that towel drying hair can break strands and cause frizz? I skip towel drying and use the strangest looking brush you have ever seen to get out that initial moisture. It has super-absorbent microfiber bristles that soak up water as you brush your hair. I use a wide-tooth comb at the end of my shower to make sure there are no tangles. Generally, it isn’t good to brush wet hair, but this brush has widely placed bristles that glide through my strands. While it doesn’t get my long hair super dry, it seriously cuts down on dry time. And I’ve noticed my hair looks smoother since I gave up the towel. After use, the brush dries in a way that prevents any mildew or mold from forming on the micro-fiber.

4. Sedu Revolution Pro 6000i Hairdryer – The worst: making a huge effort drying your hair in the summer. And then proceeding outside, where your hair turns into a humid, sweaty mess. So my goal is to invest as little time as possible getting my hair presentable. That usually means a low bun or topknot (occasionally a braid). But some days you must have dry hair. The Sedu Revolution Pro 6000i Dryer has a high-performance motor that increases speed and air volume for faster, more efficient drying time. Their IONIC generator helps limit frizz. Literally, my hair drying time has been cut in half.