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Kel · Coach

Shiny-Glossy Hair

Aurora · Marc Jacobs

I was at the hair salon a week or two ago and they were telling me to warm up some oil (can't remember what kind) and mix into my conditioner and wrap in a towel for a little bit then rinse and it would leave it soft and shiny. I should have paid more attention but I was trying to avoid getting sucked into buying a bunch of products.

Sandy · Kate Spade

I swear by Frederic Fekkai Glossing Cream. It's sort of expensive for what it is... I buy it in the little travel sized one by the checkout at Sephora for, like, $8. A little goes a long way and takes forever to go through one tube.

blink · Coach

I use Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Serum. It smells fabulous and you just need a little, so it lasts.

Hermes

Aurora wrote:

I was at the hair salon a week or two ago and they were telling me to warm up some oil (can't remember what kind) and mix into my conditioner and wrap in a towel for a little bit then rinse and it would leave it soft and shiny. I should have paid more attention but I was trying to avoid getting sucked into buying a bunch of products.

I think it's olive oil, Aurora. I've been meaning to try it. Maybe I'll do it tonight and report back.

my hair has been really shiny lately because I air dry and finger comb it only now. dryers and brushing take away a lot of the shine. it's probably not practical for you, but that's made a huge difference in the shinyness of my hair.

found this on the net:

The Olive Oil Hair Treatment Method

Put about 100 mls of oil into a shallow bowl. If you keep your olive oil in the fridge do this several hours before you need it so that it gets a chance to warm through to room temperature.

Sit with a towel wrapped around your shoulders. Don't wear anything which might be ruined by oil spots (- they will wash out but it's a nuisance.)

Brush your hair through and then part your hair carefully with a comb or brush.

Dip your fingers into the oil and use your finger tips to carefully massage the oil into your scalp.

Re-part your hair an inch or so away from the first parting and repeat the process.

Cover your entire scalp this way, paying particular attention to hard to reach areas like the back of your neck.

When hair and scalp are both well covered with oil, wrap the towel around your head so as to keep your head warm. Now spend half an hour or so relaxing while the olive oil does its work.

When you are ready, unwrap your hair and wash it carefully with your favourite hair shampoo. (You may need slightly more of it than normal.)

When your hair is dry you will find that it is soft and silky and easy to manage.

-- Edited by D at 11:19, 2009-02-23

kmd · Kate Spade

I use Zero Frizz and it makes my looks really shiny and it smells great. It's cheap, too!

Vanessa · Kate Spade

My stylist told me those clear gloss treatments are gaining popularity, so maybe it's that? My hair is at its shiniest when I first get it colored but usually remains fairly shiny since I rarely blow dry it (maybe once or twice a month if that). Wish it was bouncy and then I'd be set :)
I also use BioSilk Shine On on special occasions for additional shine.

relrel · Marc Jacobs

D wrote:

my hair has been really shiny lately because I air dry and finger comb it only now. dryers and brushing take away a lot of the shine. it's probably not practical for you, but that's made a huge difference in the shinyness of my hair.

-- Edited by D at 11:19, 2009-02-23

I've definitely noticed this to be true, as well. In the summer time, when I wouldn't have icicles hanging off of my head, I never blow dry. I just let it air dry on my way to work.

pollyjean23 · Marc Jacobs

D wrote:

Aurora wrote:

I was at the hair salon a week or two ago and they were telling me to warm up some oil (can't remember what kind) and mix into my conditioner and wrap in a towel for a little bit then rinse and it would leave it soft and shiny. I should have paid more attention but I was trying to avoid getting sucked into buying a bunch of products.

I think it's olive oil, Aurora. I've been meaning to try it. Maybe I'll do it tonight and report back.

my hair has been really shiny lately because I air dry and finger comb it only now. dryers and brushing take away a lot of the shine. it's probably not practical for you, but that's made a huge difference in the shinyness of my hair.

found this on the net:

The Olive Oil Hair Treatment Method

This hair treatment that D described is basically what I did with a mixture of olive oil, jojoba oil (you can buy at healthfood store), and a few drops of essential oils. I would like to add that this works even better if you can get away with not having to blow dry your hair afterward.

The essential oils I used were rosemary, lavender, and geranium. Smells so freaking good this way! It's a nice supplement to the moisturizing olive and jojoba oils.

You shouldn't have to refrigerate your olive oil if you just pour a small amount when you need it.