Tom’s of Maine Conditioning Shave Cream

Many shave creams contain harsh chemicals and drying alcohol- is it really that hard to imagine why you can’t get smooth skin? Tom’s of Maine Natural Conditioning Shave Cream in Calendula ($4.69) perfectly preps skin for shaving with a blend of vegetable soaps for rich lather, and Vitamin E and jojoba oils to condition and soothe. The refreshing, spicy floral scent of calendula reminds you that you are using a quality, natural product- vegan and never tested on animals!

Another great reason to go natural with Tom’s of Maine? 10% of all profits are donated to charitable organizations! Your skin isn’t the only part of you that will benefit from a smooth, natural shave!

ARCONA’s Different Kind of Hairspray

When you hear “hairspray”, you often think “sticky” and “stiff”. Get flexible, long-lasting hold and UV protection in one package with ARCONA Hair Finish Extra Holding Spray ($18.00). This mist contains natural food grade alcohol for a quick-drying strong hold, and beneficial botanical infusions like green tea, lavender, sweet orange and neroli. Citrus oils help create natural highlights and shine, while wheat protein and jojoba oil offer an extra splash of moisture. Consider this your all-in-one styling product!

Straighten Hair Naturally

Straightening very curly hair can be difficult and time consuming. Phyto Defrisant Botanical Hair Relaxing Balm ($26.00) aids in the straightening process without alcohol or other harsh chemicals! This heat-activated balm combines ferula, horseradish, sage and plant mucilage extracts to smooth and straighten while protecting the hair fiber.

The best part is, this product gently relaxes your hair over time. This means the more you use it, the better your hair will look!

The Skinny on Skinny Hair: Kirkland Minoxidil for Women

Finally…products are available to help fight hair loss for women. Sure, men are freaked out by their own baldness. But it’s usually nothing more than a hand-slap to their egos. For us, hair loss can be truly devastating.

Enter Kirkland Minoxidil for Women, a topical, 2% minoxidil solution. Doctors recommend topical treatments for women for safety reasons, and 2% minoxidil (the max approved by the FDA) is the front-runner in the results category.

If you’re going to use Kirkland Minoxidil or any other topical minoxidil treatment, here’s what you need to know:

1. Topical treatments aren’t effective for a receding hairline or hairline baldness.
2. Once you begin treatment, any hair growth you have will stop once you stop using minoxidil.
3. Do a patch test; topical treatments of any kind can cause allergic reactions. Kirkland Minoxidil for Women, while proven effective, has other ingredients you may be sensitive to (like alcohol).
4. Don’t use more product or more frequently than recommended. You won’t have any better results and you’re in danger of causing more allergic reaction.
5. Do NOT use any topical minoxidil designed for men. Many of them contain 5% minoxidil (not approved or recommended for women).
6. If you have any concerns about hair loss, see your doctor.

2 of my fave sources for info on hair loss:
The Womens’ Hair Loss Project
American Hair Loss Association