Healthy Blonde Hair | Pureology "PERFECT 4 PLATINUM"

I have been a blonde for three years, and during that time I have made a lot of mistakes caring for it along the way.  Whether it be using the wrong products, or not using the products necessary to keep my hair healthy, I have learned from these mistakes.  The most important lesson I have learned along the way is that the foundation of healthy hair begins when you wash it.  I have tried using inexpensive shampoos and conditioners to try to save money, but that only leads to added damage.

 My hair is my most expensive accessory, and I am willing to pay to maintain it.   This is why I love the Pureology line.  I have recently been using their "PERFECT 4 PLATINUM" line, and my golden locks thank me for it!  Whenever I wash my hair with drugstore brand shampoos or conditioners, I can feel the moisture being sucked out of my hair.  It feels straw-like, and it makes managing it impossible.  I also get "fur balls" that collect around the shower drain with cheaper brands.

 That is the first thing I noticed when I started using Pureology products, my hair stayed on my head.  I hated snaking the drain, and I do it less frequently now.  The conditioner keeps my hair soft, and hydrated!  If you must choose between the two, go with the conditioner, because properly moisturizing your hair is key! Finally, bottle blondes pay a lot for bright, shiny hair, and this duo keeps that color as vibrant as the day you walked out of the salon.

I might not seem like it, but I am frugal when it comes to beauty products and hair care.  I only purchase these products when I come across a coupon, and I know these products will last me 4-6 months, the shampoo even longer.


For those who don't feel like reading the whole post, I've made a quick and easy read for you!!

1.  Pureology rocks
2.  Locks in moisture
3.  No "fur balls" collecting around the drain
4.  Color stays vibrant

A Life Passing

I have had a lot going on in my life.  This past week alone, I have dealt with a lot.  I packed up the rest of my apartment and turned in the keys, had a flat tire in the middle of the night, had to replace three of my tires, and injured my foot.  All this in three days.  The worst part of the week happened on Tuesday morning, when my grandfather passed away.  He and I were not close, but that doesn't mean that I didn't care for him very much.  He was recently diagnosed with a rare and vicious type of cancer that crippled his body in a matter of weeks.  He had a brain tumor the size of a tangerine removed not even a month ago, and now he isn't here anymore.  He was first diagnosed in March, and was a functioning adult up until his brain surgery.  It was a terminal cancer, and all I can think is at least he didn't have to suffer.  He hadn't gone through radiation or chemo, and while the last moments of his life he was in great discomfort, it did not last very long.  With everything that had been going on at the time, visiting him during his last hours was difficult, but I did manage to see him one last time.  While I knew that this was the final goodbye, finding out six hours later that he had passed was still surreal.  He had been in hospice for a week, and the emergency room several days before that.  I am not close to my family, only seeing them once or twice a year.  I don't have the best relationship with my parents either, so this whole situation has been very difficult and confusing for me to process.  I pride myself on my strength, and it has helped me get through this week.  While it is difficult for me to stay focused at work right now, for the most part I am taking it as well as I expected.

RIP Robert Wegner

Hydrating Blonde Hair!! | Olive Oil Mask

So, my hair had been downright unmanageable the past few weeks, and I had to fix that!  So, I grabbed a pair of kitchen scissors (not the best idea) and cut off a good five inches of split ends and damage.  Now, my hair comes down right at my chest, and it's crazy how much of a difference it made!  It's no longer in the way, and more importantly, it's no longer a chore to take care of.  For extra measure, this morning I applied olive oil to my hair for hydration!  I ran the bottle under the hot water for a few minutes, and then applied a small amount gradually until I felt that I had enough in my hair.  After letting it work its magic for about 10 minutes, I washed it out and re-conditioned..just because I am addicted to conditioning my hair!  I let it air dry, and applied a small drop of John Freeda Frizz Ease serum and ran to work!

What DIY hair masks have you done to your hair?  I love that you can pamper yourself with products you can find in your pantry, saving a ton of money in the process!
-E.