Long Hair Essentials

 Long Hair Essentials: Products

Long hair is prone to more breakage and damage than short hair, but with proper care you can flaunt gorgeous long hair. In this post I show you the "essential" products for long hair and how to manage your long mane effectively. Because some people do not like to spend lot's of money on hair styling products, I listed money-friendly alternatives beside the costly ones (with the price). I hope you enjoy the article and support me by sharing my blog. Happy hair days! -xoxo Lexie Hair

MUST-HAVE LONG HAIR PRODUCTS:

Boar Bristle Brush (BBB) - These brushes are specialized for long hair to gently untangle and spread your scalps natural oils down the length of hair. The boar (wild pig) hair bristles gently stimulate the scalp while cleaning the hair of lint and dust. Boar bristle brushes are very effective and the cost of this brush ranges from $5-$200.



THE PROFESSIONAL PICK: 

This brush is the Rolls-Royce of BBB's. The costly price is the main concern for women but the effects are instant once the brush is used. Stylists recommend the Mason Peerson brush ($85-$120) to stimulate hair follicles and leave a polished finish on hair.

 

COST FRIENDLY ALTERNATIVE:

 

If cost is your main concern, look no further! I have found a great brush made by Goody that has genuine boar hair. Reviewers agree that it makes hair softer and less frizzy. Goody Boar Blends brushes come in different shapes (for your particular styling needs) and can be used to style hair or just to brush it. The price ranges from $5-$10 depending on what store you go to and where you live.

 

 

 

 

Hair Oil: As I have said before in a previous post, nourishing your hair is very important. Hair oil is the best way to nourish hair. When we search for hair oils (the pure ones that don't contain silicone or mineral oil) we find many products promising shine and growth. Know which hair oil suits you and your hair needs and also check the ingredients list before purchasing an oil.

 

 

THE GROWTH ELIXIR

 

Mira Hair Oil has been the miracle hair elixir for years. Beauty reviewers give the oil a 4/5 star rating and claim the product delivers faster hair growth. So far, professional oils don't come close to this one, from the reviews we can see that this oil dominates. Mira Oil ranges from $40-$60 and usually comes in a small, amber colored glass bottle.

 


SILKY PERFECTION FOR LESS

Aura Cacia is a brand of skin care/massage oils that are used for skin and for hair. The newest oil to be released from their company is Argan Oil. Professionals and beauty critics agree that pure Argan Oil from Morocco delivers moisturizing results and hair health. Aura Cacia's Argan Oil comes in a pretty 1 fl. oz. pump bottle. The product is relatively cheap at $14.99 CAN.



















Moisturizing Shampoo + Conditioner: As you know, I am big on organic products that have no sulphates, parabens, phosphates and phthalates. These chemicals are proven to put a stopper on hair growth and strip nutrients from hair follicles. I have tried 50+ chemical laden hair products that are supposed to nourish hair and I have had no luck. For long hair, nourishment is important so I have dug around websites and drugstores/salons and found the right shampoos and conditioners.


THE ARGAN MIRACLE SHAMPOO
MoroccanOil is a great shampoo and conditioner brand that is salon approved and guarantees results. I swear by their Moisture Repair Shampoo + Conditioner because it is free of sulphates, parabens and sodium chloride. It also is not tested by animals.
(I try to stay away from their MorrocanOil Argan Oil though because it does contain various silicones). Give the shampoo + conditioner a go if you want moisture and less dry ends. The price is $20.99 CAN (note that prices vary in different salons)

*Warning* Both products are very creamy and aren't intended for fine hair (unless you like sleek, weighed down hair).

 

 

THE GREENER, CLEANER ARGAN BRAND

 

Live Clean Exotic Nector Restorative Argan Oil Shampoo/Conditioner is my go-to because it has virtually no chemicals or animal testing and it is budget friendly. The shampoo cleans hair while bringing nourishment back with the 100% pure Argan Oil & Argan Oil Extract which is the 2nd ingredient on the list (after water). It also has Olive and Grapeseed Oils to lock in moisture and shine. The conditioner is very moisturizing but very light (perfect for fine hair) and it contains Castor Oil for hair growth. Overall, the products are amazing! They are priced at $7.99 each.

 

 

Wide Toothed Combs: These combs are essential to detangle wet, long hair. They can be used after shampooing and conditioning or on dry hair to get rid of knots. These combs generally aren't very expensive and I have yet to see a high priced detangling comb, but these combs can be avalible at fancy salons or cheap drugstores. Below I list the high end detangling comb and the cheaper drugstore alternative.


THE OIL INFUSED DETANGLING COMB

Macadamia Natural Oil is a salon brand that is much like MorrocanOil but the main ingredient, however, is Macadamia Oil. The company's main focus is  bringing nourishment to damaged hair, that's where this comb comes in. The Macadamia Natural Oil Detangling Comb is infused with Macadamia Oil and moisturizes each strand when used (the oil is located in the bristles and eventually runs out). This comb is priced at $7.99-$8.99 CAN (prices may vary).

LESS HAIR FALL AND TANGLES

 

Goody is a trusted brand of hair tools and products for less. Their Ouchless line is perfect for those with hair fall from brushes and combs and other hair tools. They also offer elastics and accessories that don't break hair. The Ouchless detangling comb is priced at $3.99-$4.99 CAN ( depending on the store) and comes in different colors.

 

 

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