Saturday, February 15, 2025

Space NK Enjoy 20% Off Selected Skincare

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Space NK is having their 20%Off Selected Skincare. There are some spectacular products on sale, and it is definitely worth looking to see if there is anything that really speaks to you! I am tempted by several products, and there are about 600 from which to choose!

Thursday, February 13, 2025

Valentine's & Galentine's Day Gifts the Support Good Causes

If you want to give a gift that supports a good cause, then consider purchasing a membership to your local county museum, botanical garden, public radio station (like NPR and KUSC) or public TV station (like PBS). This type of gift will give your loved-one something that they will enjoy, and you can feel good about supporting excellent programming that relies on the public's generosity to operate. For years I watched so many of the excellent shows on my local PBS station, and I finally donated to them (donations are tax-deductible), and I am so happy that I did. Incidentally, PBS members receive their streaming service, PBS Passport, and it offers spectacular programming (including lots of amazing British shows). Happy Valentine's & Galentine's Day!

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

TATCHA VALUE-SIZE KIT THE DEWIEST DUO

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TATCHA has numerous gift sets available, but there is one that is definitely worth noting. The Dewiest Duo, a $148.00 value, is just $120.00. 

What’s Included:
    - The Rice Wash - Limited Edition (240 ml/8 fl.oz.)
      - The Dewy Skin Cream - Limited Edition (75 ml/2.54 fl.oz.)

      Tuesday, February 11, 2025

      BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner Review

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      BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner is a skin-refining and brightening serum, with firming peptides, that lightens the appearance of dark spots, softens the appearance of lines and wrinkles, and it leaves skin smooth, plumped, hydrated and luminous. I noted that the Hyaluronic Acid left my skin remarkably hydrated and plumped my expression lines and the Vitamin C really brightened my skin. The light lotion-like consistently is lightweight, fast absorbing and leaves behind no greasy residue. The velvety texture feels wonderful and provides a wonderful base for all of your products that follow this step.

      Ron Robinson, who is the founder and a veteran Cosmetic Chemist, developed BeautyStat after many years of research.

      According to BeautyStat,

      BeautyStat's Universal C Skin Refiner 20% Vitamin C Brightening Serum is an advanced serum with NEW firming peptides reduces wrinkles, while 20% stable L-Ascorbic acid targets dark spots. Enhanced with hyaluronic acid, ceramides and pomegranate sterols for smoother, brighter skin.

      Claims and Details:
      • Their patented formula now infused with enhanced peptides for increased collagen and elastin production to help combat fine lines/wrinkles.
      • Enhanced moisture retention and skin barrier function.
      • Inhibits overproduction of pigmentation to fade dark spots, brighten complexion.
      • Reduction in visible fine lines and wrinkles.
      • Protection against free radical damage.
      • Improved skin healing and renewal.
      • Sustained ingredient stability and potency.
      • Formulated for all skin tones, textures and types.
      • Dermatologist-Tested.
      Directions: Apply to clean, dry skin morning and night, smoothing a pea-sized amount evenly across face and neck. You may experience a slight tingling sensation - this is normal and means our potent 20% vitamin C formula is actively working. For sensitive skin, start with every other day application, allowing your skin to adjust to the powerful active ingredients. Always follow with moisturizer (we recommend our Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream or Peptide Wrinkle Relaxing Moisturizer.
      Key Ingredients:
      - 20% Vitamin C (L-Ascrobic Acid)
      - EGCG
      - Tartaric Acid
      - Peptides
      - Vegan Ceramides
      - Hyaluronic Acid

      Ingredients: Dimethicone, Ascorbic Acid, Polysilicone-11, Isododecane, Lauroyl Lysine, Petrolatum, C13-15 Alkane, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Sterols, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Linoleic Acid, Hordeum Distichon (Barley) Extract, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Squalane, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Oil, C9-12 Alkane, Caprylyl Glycol, Tartaric Acid, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Triethyl Citrate, Sorbitan Laurate, C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester, C18-36 Acid Triglyceride.
      Overall Assessment: This is a very nice brightening and hydrating serum, and I am quite pleased with the results.

      $62.00 for 1 oz. from BeautyStat, Ulta and Amazon (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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      Monday, February 10, 2025

      Boxwalla February Beauty Box: Amala Beauty and Supper Club Skincare

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      Boxwalla has a really special February 2025 Beauty Box in store for you! Boxwalla's eco-luxe beauty boxes are an extraordinary value, and the products themselves are nothing short of spectacular. Their carefully curated cruelty-free green beauty boxes are a tremendous value, with steep discounts, and they feature truly covet-worthy luxurious, and sustainably crafted beauty products.

      According to Boxwalla,

      The Skincare Subscription Box from Boxwalla is the best beauty box subscription curated for the luxury-loving skincare enthusiast. In our skincare subscription boxes, you will discover the most effective & innovative plant-based beauty products that redefine luxury skincare. By showcasing not only the benefits of each product we feature but also demonstrating how they can be incorporated into your skincare routine, we help you figure out how to take care of your unique skin needs.

      Boxwalla February Skincare Subscription BoxFor this Skincare Box, Boxwalla is featuring three products in total from two incredible brands that they are keen to introduce you to: Amala Beauty and Supper Club Skincare. 

      The February Box features three products:

      • Amala Silkening Creamy Moisture Cleanse, 50 ml ($30.00)
      • Amala Collagen Boosting Peptide Mask, 50 ml ($88.00)
      • Supper Club Sabzi Face Oil, 30 ml ($150.00)

      Retail price: $268.00

      Price of the box: $59.95, or $54.95 with the three-prepaid boxes and $49.95 with the six-prepaid boxes subscription plans.

      According to Boxwalla,

      Amala was founded in the German Alps by Ute Leube in 2008, a culmination of her thirty years of experience in the natural skincare and aromatherapy space. Amala creates beautiful plant-based skincare with high concentrations of biotics, bioferments, whole plants, and cold-pressed seed oils that optimize the skin’s ability to repair and protect its microbiome, resulting in the healthiest glow! The exceptional results that Amala's products deliver are backed by rigorous third-party trials in Bonn, Germany. 

      Supper Club Skincare was founded by Ziad Halub, an industry expert with over ten years of experience working with some of the world’s most prestigious skincare brands. However, Ziad wanted to create potent plant-centric products that reflected the exceptional, nourishing ingredients that were part of his culture, growing up in an Iraqi family in the UK. He wanted to create products that reflected his version of luxury. The name of the brand is derived from the Supper Club that Ziad runs in East London with his Iranian-American partner. Both the club and the skincare brand represent his love for beautiful, carefully sourced ingredients and the cultural stories they tell.

      Amala Silkening Creamy Moisture Cleanse (50 ml $30.00): This is an ultra-gentle creamy cleanser that emulsifies when it mixes with water. It effectively removes dirt, makeup and impurities without stripping the skin, and it rinses clean without any residue left behind. It doesn't lather, but don't make the mistake of thinking that this is less satisfying to use than a creamy lathering cleanser. It has a lovely aroma, and it leaves skin soft, smooth, supple and hydrated. It is an absolute delight to use, and I haven't used any other cleanser since opening it! 

      According to Amala Beauty,

      This refining creamy cleanser thoroughly dissolves impurities while lifting away makeup and pore-clogging debris. A daily dose of AHAs and moisture-rich plant seeds and oils help renew the skin's protective barrier for a refreshed, supple complexion.

      Features:
      - Cleanses without stripping skin from it's natural moisture barrier.
      - Dissolves impurities while lifting away makeup and pore-clogging debris.
      - Gently exfoliates leaving skin with a smooth, nourished, more youthful texture.

      Directions: 
      Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Decyl Glucoside, Betaine, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter*, Zinc PCA, Lactobacillus/Cocoa Fruit Ferment Filtrate, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Lactic Acid, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Phyllanthus Emblica Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Paeonia Lactiflora Extract, Spirulina Platensis Extract, Colloidal Gold, Inulin, Saccharide Isomerate, Fragrance (Parfum)+, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil*, Styrax Benzoin Resin Extract*, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract*, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil*, Dipteryx Odorata Seed Extract*, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil*, Jasminum Grandiflorum (Jasmine), Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil*, Lactobacillus, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sclerotium Gum, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Limonene+, Linalool+.
      Amala Collagen Boosting Peptide Mask (50 ml $88.00): This mask with natural collagen-activating peptides, bioferment actives and Vitamin C, is a perfect pick to help improve skins firmness and elasticity. It is described as a smoothing jelly mask that improves the appearance of the complexion, and I noted immediately the extent to which it rendered my skin soft and smooth. It is one of the nicest masks the I have used in years, and it leaves my skin with a lovely ethereal glow.

      According to Amala Beauty,

      Reveal supple, younger-looking skin with this smoothing jelly mask. Powered by natural collagen-activating peptides, plant-based retinol, and concentrated Vitamin C, this mask helps improve the skin's firmness and elasticity for a softer, firmer-looking complexion.

      Features:
      - Delivers vital moisture to skin, while promoting skin's resilience and elasticity.
      - Reduces the look of fine lines and wrinkles and helps improve skin texture and firmness.

      Directions:
      Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Pentylene Glycol, Lactobacillus/Cocoa Fruit Ferment Filtrate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Squalane, Phyllanthus Emblica Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Extract, Spirulina Platensis Extract, Yeast Ferment Extract, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Vigna Aconitifolia Seed Extract, Lactic Acid, Colloidal Gold, Saccharide Isomerate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*, Carrageenan, Pullulan, Arginine, Lauroyl Lysine, Inulin, Fragrance (Parfum)+, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil*, Styrax Benzoin Resin Extract*,Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract*, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil*, Dipteryx Odorata Seed Extract*, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil*, Jasminum Grandiflorum (Jasmine), Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil*, Xanthan Gum, Lysolecithin, Sclerotium Gum, Lactobacillus, Tocopherol, Silica, Maltodextrin, Lactobacillus Ferment, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Limonene+, Linalool+, Citral+, Benzyl Benzoate+, Geraniol+.
      Supper Club Sabzi Face Oil (30 ml ($150.00): As many of you already know, I am a huge proponent of face oils, and I have used them in my daily skincare routine for so many years, and have used more than I can count at this point. This luxury face oil, which is formulated for all types of skin, harnesses the potency of pure unrefined cold-pressed seed oils and botanical actives, and in so doing it deeply nourishes, hydrates, calms and brightens the skin. After using it for a week I noticed that my skin was calm, my little dry patch was hydrated and my skin was left deeply nourushed and luminous. This delectable lightweight oil, with its lusciously indescribable herbal aroma, melts into the skin and leaves it velvety soft, smooth, supple, hydrated and luminous.

      From Boxwalla:

      From  Ziad: "Across the Middle East, herbs are an integral part of the cuisine; they are synonymous with fresh, vibrant and deep flavors. Sabzi is a celebration of this culture and tradition." Says Lavanya: "Many of you know that I don't often showcase oils, except when I stumble upon one that is truly extraordinary and really stands out. Well, Sabzi is a very special oil; lightweight, active yet gentle, and an absolute pleasure to use: food for both skin and soul."

      Sabzi: In Persian (noun) 'Greenness; Greens'; In Hindi (noun) 'A green vegetable' (from the Urdu word Sabz), in Turkish Sebze (noun) 'Green vegetable'. In Iran, Kurdistan, Azerbaijan and Armenia, Sabzi khordan, Pinjar, Goy or Kanachi is a common side dish with any meal. This usually consists of a combination of fresh herbs and raw vegetables. In Southern Iraq and Kuwait Shabzi is a dish made from a medley of spring herbs. 
      According to Supper Club Skincare,

      A 100% active, serum oil that delivers powerful multi-action results for all skin types. It is formulated using pure unrefined cold-pressed seed oils and high potency botanical extracts. Use this blend of carefully curated ingredients to see brighter, calmer, and more nourished skin. Sabzi will also work to even skin tone, protect the skin against environmental stress and fight blemishes. Indulge your skin in this restorative formula for a beautiful, healthy complexion.

      Sabzi is blended and infused for a minimum of 3 months before being bottled. This ensures that the ingredients have had time to marry, increasing their potency and allowing the formula to work on the skin in synergy. The bottle is crafted from ultraviolet glass which keeps the botanical properties of the formula active and printed with precious gold to house the rare infusion. A void seal is applied to the bottle to ensure freshness and safety. This all encased within artisanal, luxury paper that is milled in the UK's Lake District. The exterior is decorated with vegetal ink and biodegradable gold foil.

      Directions: Gently massage 4-6 drops onto clean, dry or damp skin. Use alone or alternatively mix with a moisturiser in the palm of your hand before applying. Sabzi may be used morning and night.

      Ingredients: Coriandrum (Coriander) Sativum Seed Oil*, Carum Petroselinum (Parsley) Seed Oil*, Anethum Graveolens (Dill) Seed Oil*, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Seed Oil*, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Seed Oil*, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Extract, Trigonella Foenum Graecum (Fenugreek) Seed Extract, Rosemarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Oil, D-alpha Tocopherol, Camellia Oleifera (Tea) Seed Oil*, Eugenol**, Geraniol**, Limonene**, Linalool**, Citronellol**

      Overall Assessment: Lavanya, from Boxwalla, curates the most extraordinary skincare boxes, and each time she employs her skincare wizardry I discover products that I cherish. This box earns an A+, and Amala Beauty and Supper Club Skincare are two brands worth exploring well beyond these three extraordinary skincare products. 

      Retail value: $268.00. Price of the box: $59.95 (or $54.95 with the three-prepaid boxes and $49.95 with six-prepaid box subscription plans) from Boxwalla (Affiliate Links). Free U.S. Shipping Always. 

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      Sunday, February 9, 2025

      Sephora Sale: 20% Off Sephora Collection Ends Tonight

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      Sephora is having a 20% off Sale on the Sephora Collection. This sale ends on Sunday, February 9 at 11:59PM PT. Check out other items currently on Sale HERE. Sephora is also having 50% Off on so many products.


      Terms: †††Free Same-Day Delivery offer valid for Beauty Insider members placing a Same-Day Delivery order 2/6/25 – 2/14/25 at 1:00pm PT. Offer only valid on merchandise purchases made through Same-Day Delivery on Sephora online and Sephora Canada online. Same-Day Delivery is available in select markets, subject to product and courier availability. Not valid for Same Day Unlimited subscribers or on Instacart, Doordash, Shipt, in-store services, previous purchases, purchases of gift cards, packaging, or taxes. Sephora is not responsible for damaged, lost, or stolen offer materials. Offer has no cash value and may not be altered, sold, bartered or transferred. Applicable Beauty Insider status must be attained prior to redemption. Beauty Insider Terms & Conditions apply. No minimum purchase required. Sephora may modify or cancel offer at any time.

      ᵃ20% offer valid with purchase of four (4) or more Sephora Collection merchandise products, 15% offer valid with purchase of three (3) Sephora Collection merchandise products, and 10% offer valid with purchase of two (2) Sephora Collection merchandise products, each on a per-transaction basis. Offer valid on purchases made from 12:01am PT on 2/7/25 through 2/9/25 at 11:59pm PT in Sephora US and Canada stores, Sephora at Kohl’s, on sephora,com, on sephora.ca, and kohls.com. Offer has no cash value. Not valid on Instagram Checkout, Instacart, Doordash, in-store services, previous purchases, purchases of gift cards, gift wrapping, packaging, taxes, or shipping and handling charges. Return of discounted merchandise will be for price actually paid. Sephora/Kohl’s is not responsible for damaged, lost, or stolen offer materials. Offer has no cash value and may not be altered, sold, bartered, or transferred. Not valid on orders shipping outside the US or Canada. Sephora employees are not eligible. Sephora/Kohl’s may modify or cancel offer at any time.

      Saturday, February 8, 2025

      The Beauty Spotlight Team First Week of February in Review

      Where to buy colored contacts online? Whether you want a subtle enhancement or a bold new look, Barbie's Beauty Bits has the scoop on the best place to buy and how to pick the right pair.

      Just in time for Valentine's Day, Angie from Your True Self Blog is sharing 100 Fall & Winter evening outfit ideas. Get ready for some creative inspiration!

      If your clothes are feeling a little snug after filling Winter meals, Pamela from Style Yourself Confident explains that there is a connection between your body type and weight gain.

      If you are seeking a brightening eye cream that treats dark circles, fine lines and that instantly brightens and hydrates the under eye area, then Lola's Secret Beauty Blog highly recommends BeautyStat Universal C Eye Perfector! A+

      Allison from Never Say Die Beauty fills us in on the souvenirs that she brought back from her recent visit to Costa Rica!

      Friday, February 7, 2025

      Original Sprout Luscious Island Curl Control Review

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      Original Sprout Luscious Island Curl Control has proven to be a wonderful and very effective haircare pick for my naturally curly hair. Naturally curly hair requires a lot of tending to, and as a result a good hydrating styling aid that moisturizes the hair and fights frizz is a must-have, for me at least. This product does just that! It adds vital moisture, makes my hair manageable and it fights frizz and fly-aways. It also has a delectable tropical citrus aroma that is so pleasant, but it does not linger all day long (though I wish that it did!). This is a great pick for wavy and curly hair that needs a little help with frizz and manageability, and the extra bit of moisture is wonderful.

      According to Original Sprout,

      Embrace your natural waves and bid farewell to frizz with our Luscious Island Curl Control. Infused with deeply moisturizing ingredients, this luxurious formula is expertly designed to tame and define curls, transforming frizz into smooth, silken perfection. It fortifies each strand to reduce breakage, leaving your hair beautifully nourished and effortlessly manageable. Available in a chic 3 oz size, perfect for your on-the-go curl care.

      Features: 

      - Crafted for adults, but suitable for all ages
      - Key ingredients: rosemary and calendula
      - For frizzy hair
      - Extra moisturizing for delicate hair prone to breakage
      - Smooths and accentuates curls
      - Color Safe
      - Contains Rosemary which helps to repel lice
      - Free from: Sulfates, Phthalates, and Parabens
      - Free from: Soy, Gluten, Honey, Peanut, and Dairy
      - Gentle pH of 4.5 - 5.5
      - 100% Vegan and Cruelty-Free

      Directions: Apply to damp hair and comb through. Style with a comb for tamed curls or scrunch for more curls.

      Ingredients: Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Panthenol, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Protein, Organic Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Organic Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Organic Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Organic Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Organic Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Organic Glycerin, Polyaminopropyl Biguanide, Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Fragrance, Hydroxyethylcellulose.

      Overall Assessment: This is such a wonderful choice for frizz control, and it leaves my curls beautifully formed and hydrated. If you have wavy or curly hair, this might just be what you are looking for!

      $16.99 for 3 oz. from Original Sprout (Unaffiliated Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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      Thursday, February 6, 2025

      Original Sprout Luscious Island Protein Mist in Tropical Citrus Review

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      Original Sprout, as I have previously noted, makes really wonderful cruelty-free beauty products, and I am quite enamored of their haircare collection. My latest find is the Original Sprout Luscious Island Protein Mist in Tropical Citrus, and what a find it is! This spray, which is filled with nourishing plant proteins, is formulated to protect and rejuvenate hair, and it revitalizes damaged hair. It leaves hair hydrated and protected, and it smells delectable. I notice that my curly hair is far more hydrated and manageable when I use this mist. 

      According to Original Sprout,

      Our nutrient-rich Protective Protein Hair Mist is the pinnacle of hair repair solutions. Like a refreshing green juice for your hair, it brims with an array of plant proteins and organic extracts, including kale, carrots, lemon, argan oil, and jojoba. Harnessing the innovative Vega Bead Technology, this formula features microcapsules composed of alginate polymers. Each single drop of standard encapsulated Vegabead® products contains over a billion encapsulated beads that adhere to the charge-rich amino acid surface of damaged hair.

      As the product dries, these beads pack tightly and bond with each other within the damaged areas. This process visibly closes structural gaps while releasing a protective layer along the hair shaft. The skin subsequently forms a delicate reparative protein patch, restoring the cuticle's flexibility and leaving your hair feeling rejuvenated and renewed.
      Features: 
      - Restores and rejuvenate hair that has suffered damage from heat styling or excessive processing.
      - Key ingredients: shea and kale oil, carrot and lemon protein
      - Free from: Sulfates, Phthalates, and Parabens
      - Free from: Soy, Gluten, Honey, Peanut, and Dairy
      - Color Safe
      - Gentle pH of 4.5 – 5.5
      - 100% Vegan and Cruelty-Free

      Directions: Spritz liberally on wet or dry hair. It revitalizes and strengthens hair, adds moisture, nourishes damages hair and enhances elasticity. 

      Ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Dimethicone, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil, Saccharomyces/Gold Ferment, Hydrolyzed Kale Protein, Hydrolyzed Carrot Protein, Hydrolyzed Lemon Protein, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Protein, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, (Organic) Glycerin, (Organic) Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, (Organic) Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract, (Organic) Punica Granatum Extract, (Organic) Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, (Organic) Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, (Organic) Foeniculum Vulgare Filtrate, Igin, Chitosan (vegetal), Gellan Gum, Coco-Glucosides, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Butylene Glycol, Fragrance*, Benzyl Alcohol, Limonene, Linalool *allergens below acceptable levels.
      Overall Assessment: I am really pleased with the results, and my curly hair is hydrated and manageable when I use this mist. It also adds a layer of protection when I blow dry my hair.

      $24.99 for 3 oz. from Original Sprout (Unaffiliated Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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