#NoBuyJanuary has been very interesting thus far. There have been many bloggers writing about their experiences and why they decided to take part in this "event", which has lead me to many good reads. Everyone has their own reasons, but it seems like waste is one of the biggest. I don't believe in wasting money and under the umbrella of money comes food, skin care, electricity, etc. It's important to realize that not everyone can afford certain luxuries and we must not take what we have for granted. I've gone from a well paying corporate job to not even making 1/4 of that as an aesthetician. While I am fortunate to still live at home, I do have expenses and would like to eventually own a home.
Using up products is not an issue for me, usually, and this month has been no exception. I have purchased a few items though and in honor of full disclosure, this is what I've picked up: Osmia Spot Treatment (why did it take me so long to get this?!?), 100% Pure Coconut Conditioner, coconut oil, Hurraw lip balm, and CV Skinlabs Calming Moisture for Face.
And now, my faves of the week! It's been all about hair care, surprisingly.
Lisa, from
Serenity on the Humber Spa, has been telling me to try
Alaffia Scalp Recovery Shampoo for like a year now and gave me what was left in her bottle to try. I've previously tried shampoos with tea tree in them and have ended up with a severely itchy scalp...which I've scratched..until it bled. Nice eh? My fear of tea tree oil is real people! Having used this shampoo twice already, and having one more use left, my scalp is almost clear! I can't even believe it. My mom was even shocked and asked what I've been using. I'm singing Lisa's praises right now, and this shampoo of course. I do find my hair looks a little oily the next day, but I think my scalp and scalp just need a little adjusting period. I may have to pick up a bottle of my own and use the other shampoos for something else or give them away. Having suffered with dermatitis and dandruff for years, it's such a relief to find something that works. Fingers crossed that it continues to work this well!
Myra Aso 100% Pure Marula Oil - review to come - I purchased this at a show a couple of months ago with the intention of using it on my face. Since I ran out of all my hair oils, I decided to try this on the ends of my hair. AH-MAZING! I can honestly say that I prefer it to argan oil and I literally use just 1 small drop. It doesn't smell the best, but the scent isn't too strong nor does it linger. Leaves my ends looking silky smooth and healthy.
What have you been reaching for most this week?
So glad this shampoo is working for you! It really helped relieve my scalp of itchiness, and cut back on the dandruff... do the point I forgot I ever had those problems, then I bought a new shampoo that was different, and now it's coming back! I think I am going to go back to it for the remainder of the winter.
ReplyDeleteMe too! I remember you mentioning how good it was. That's a clear indication that it worked amazingly well, when you forgot you had scalp problems and it returns with the use of another shampoo. I actually decided to use Deep Steep this morning, my scalp is so dry and flakey..yuk. Need to follow your lead and get a bottle for the remainder of winter as well. xo
DeleteI heard about Marula oil...! I am still using Argan oil and a couple of others..but will def need to try it soon!x
ReplyDeleteIt has a very mind earth scent, at least the one I'm using, but it works so so so SO good. xo
DeleteI definitely need to check out the Alaffia shampoo! Sounds fantastic :)
ReplyDeleteWorth trying if you have a flaky scalp. Wish I had tried it sooner! xo
DeleteI just bought the Alaffia Scalp Recovery Conditioner, my scalp has been sooo itchy this winter! I hope that it continues to work out for you and will be our savior for an itchy scalp!
ReplyDeleteHaven't tried the conditioner, do you love it? Oh boy, me too! Fingers crossed we have found a holy grail for life xo
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