Yes, washing and conditioning are equally important, but styling and finishing touches are vital for gorgeous hair. I have sunk many dollars trying EVERYTHING and have finally ended all that ‘trying’ with a few amazing products that are not mainstream–unless you’re friends with a hairdresser, or you are reading this now…here are my styling mainstays.
First and foremost, Phyto Defrisant Botanical Straightening Balm has been around for ages–although when I first began using it it was a ‘cult favorite’–it’s relatively mainstream now. After washing/conditioning apply this to smooth the cuticle–straight hair shinier and waves non-frizzy and smooth. Aquage SeaExtend Silkening Oil Treatment is a more recent favorite. I use it with the phyto–just one pump–it’s very rich. It has a base of sea minerals and a rich oil-like texture that actually isn’t oily–more slippery. One of my favorite Italian lines in Alfaparf and the Cristalli Liquidi is insanely fantastic–it smells delicious and one tiny drop shines your entire head–I use it always but especially after a blow out or iron. Last, but definitely not least is Oscar Blandi Dry Shampoo Powder. I can pack it to go (it’s only 1 ounce), and use it at home. Also has a slight fragrance. Just a little sprinkle and a fluff and you get another shampoo-less day! Wow–and Allure Magazine gave it an editor’s choice award!
So, there you have it–my own personal must-have stash for perfect styling. Hope you like it as much as I do. Be prepared for shiny, healthy hair and lots of compliments!

Phyto products can be found and GBS and many online outlets such as Amazon.
Aquage I discovered at the hairdresser, but this one is tough to find live at a store or salon. Go online–Amazon or Aquage website.
Alfaparf products can be found at GBS, Ricky’s NYC or online at Amazon.
I found Blandi on the checkout line at Sephora–where they keep the travel sizes.
http://www.aquage.com
http://www.phyto-usa.com
http://usa.alfaparf.com
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