Hair products I use as a licensed cosmetologist 🫧💆🏻‍♀️

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... Read moreAs a licensed cosmetologist, choosing the right hair products is essential to maintain hair health and enhance styling results. From my personal experience using these professional brands, I’ve found that combining treatments tailored to hair type and concerns creates the best outcomes. For color-treated hair, I rely heavily on Aveda’s Botanical Repair shampoo and conditioner. These products restore damaged hair layers—cortex, cuticle, and F-layer—resulting in stronger, shinier hair that resists environmental and chemical damage. Preserving vibrancy is critical, and Biolage Color Last shampoo and conditioner with their pH-balanced formula help lock in color pigments and keep hair radiant through multiple washes. Heat protection is another priority in my routine. I use Kenra’s Hot Spray before styling with heat tools, which shields hair up to 428°F while providing firm hold and humidity resistance. To add volume without weighing down hair, Aveda’s Thickening Tonic is a lightweight spray that plumps each strand from root to tip. Olaplex products have been revolutionary in my hair care regimen. The Bond Smoother (No.6) leave-in treatment strengthens strands and manages frizz for up to 72 hours, while Olaplex Bonding Oil (No.7) nourishes without buildup, adding shine and smoothness. Pairing these with Kenra Volume Spray ensures lasting body and a natural, brushable finish. What I love most is how these products work synergistically—not just styling but strengthening hair over time, which is the ultimate goal for any beauty routine. For anyone looking to maintain healthy, vibrant hair whether natural or color-treated, investing in quality, professional-grade products like these truly makes a difference.

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