The LUSH American Dream

What do you get when you combine fresh oranges and strawberries with creamy vanilla? It’s not a milkshake, it’s LUSH American Cream Conditioner ($17.49, 8.4 fl. oz). Don’t be fooled by it’s sweet scent- this is one tough conditioner for the roughest of hair. Honey water moisturizes, lavender oil whips dry scalps into shape, and clary sage intoxicates your senses. Tangled hair becomes easy to comb and dull hair gets it’s shine on, all while being scented with the alluring, delicious scent of a 1950s soda fountain!

Be A Wax Artist!

Hair wax can add unbelievable texture and extreme definition- or, when used incorrectly, it can flatten your style in a matter of seconds! To apply hair wax without a hassle, try the following tips:

• Look for a water-based wax, like Garnier Fructis Brilliantine Shine Wax ($3.99). It’s more pliable, which means no hardening or stiffness, and makes hair easier to style.
• Less is more! Scoop out just enough to cover the pad of your finger. Remember, you can always add wax as you go!
• Rub the wax between your fingers before applying to hair. This warms the wax, making it easier to apply, and also distributes it evenly across your fingers to avoid clumping.
• For “blown back” or softer styles, lightly run your fingers through the hair to shape. For more intensely defined styles, try putting a small amount of wax on both hands, gripping the section of hair you are styling, and sliding both hands down the section from root to tip with ample pressure.

Just Beachy

Add straight-from-the-sea texture to your hair with Blow Beach Blow Texturizing Mist ($20.00). This lightweight mist is pumped up with natural marine extracts to mimic the look of hair after a swim in the ocean. Just spray on to damp hair before styling and shape with fingers for sexy beach-worthy hair that isn’t sticky or waxy! Also, the convenient 5 ounce bottle fits easily into your bag for styling and touch ups on the go!

Protect and Repair Lackluster Hair!

Get healthy hair and intense shine with Dove Therapy Shine Therapy Conditioner ($4.99). The Shine Therapy system actually repairs and smooths over damaged cuticles, smoothing each strand for a softer look and feel overall. Healthier cuticles mean they are more reflective, so you’ll get maximum shine that comes naturally, not from chemicals! Use every day, leaving on 1-3 minutes, to keep hair in the best shape for shine!

A Close Shave, Anywhere

Take easy, painless hair removal wherever you go with the Clio Palm Perfect Cordless Shaver for Women ($7.99). This affordable, ergonomically shaped shaver is conveniently battery operated, so you can shave anywhere, anytime. The water-resistant shaver can be used wet or dry, and has dual razors to shave any length of hair. Not just for legs, the shaver is perfect for bikini line, armpits, and other body hair. The unique shape and pink color makes this a fun yet practical gift.

Give Curls a Natural Boost

Enhance your hair’s natural texture with The Body Shop Cottonseed Curl Boost ($12.00). This heat-activated formula defines and gives life to wavy and curly hair. Rich in fatty acids, cottonseed oil de-frizzes hair for smooth definition. A polymer derived from maize uses ‘curl memory’ to give your hair more bounce and vitality. Beyond a styling product, Curl Boost also conditions hair with wheat protein, community trade organic honey and panthenol.

Apply a small amount to damp hair, and shape curls or waves with your fingers. Then, blow dry or use a curling iron to activate the ingredients and maximize results. For more volume, apply heat to the roots of the hair, with your head flipped upside down.

Protect Your Color

So many of the things we love during the summer, like sunshine and swimming, can wreak havoc on hair color. This is especially true if your hair is not in the best shape! Making protecting your color part of your daily routine with The Body Shop Bilberry Color Protect Shampoo ($11.00).

This shampoo uses antioxidants and UV filters to shield your hair from damage while protecting it’s moisture barrier. It smooths the hair’s cuticle, giving you glossy hair and helping to keep your color around all season.

The Perfect Bobby Pin

One of the most traditional hair accessories has finally evolved. Scunci Comfort Curved Bobby Pins ($1.29, 60 count) curve to fit the shape of your head- which helps keep the pins in place, painlessly. Even the thickest hair is held securely, opening up unlimited styling options that wouldn’t be possible with other pins.

Try this easy updo for casual summertime events:
1. Start at your hairline and brush back a two inch wide “bangs” section. Secure with bobby pins. Loosen this “pouf” up a bit with your fingers.
2. Pull the remaining section of hair above your left ear into the ponytail in the middle of your head. Twist toward the center of your head and secure with bobby pins. Repeat with the right, and then secure remaining loose ends.
3. Roll the remaining hair at the base of your neck upwards until it reaches the center of the updo. Secure this section with pins, and loosen a bit with fingers if necessary.

You’re done! Always try to keep the bobby pins from being visible, be creative and have fun with your updo!

Vegan Conditioners from LUSH Cosmetics

Lanolin is an ingredient in many conditioners, but you can get healthy, shiny hair without animal byproducts. LUSH has recognized this fact, and has two deliciously scented conditioners to whip your hair into shape while still maintaining your morals.

Appropriately named, Veganese (8.4 fl oz, $17.45) softens hair and scalps of all types with agar seaweed infusion and a lovely mix of lavender and rosemary. Fresh Lemon juice adds mirror-like shine- and a refreshing scent!

Always committed to reducing packaging, Jungle Solid Conditioner ($9.95) is a chunk of fruity cocoa butter to detangle and smooth even the most unruly tresses. Rub the bar against damp hair to feed your hair a tropical buffet, roast pig not included!