Daily Archives: March 14, 2012


Salon Grafix Healthy Hair Nutrition Conditioning Cleanser review: the “anti-shampoo” revealed

Salon Grafix is a new hair cleansing brand which uses natural ingredients that do not strip hair of its natural oils and shine. This affordable hair care line claims to be the “anti-shampoo,” so of course, I was intrigued  As a swimmer, and person who loves to be outdoors, I not only battle with chlorinated hair, I battle with dry and sun-damaged hair; especially in the warm summer months. The thought of a hair cleanser which could restore my hair’s natural health and shine sounded like the ultimate beauty product!

Salon Grafix was generous enough to send me a sample of their “Healthy Hair Nutrition Conditioning Cleanser,” which sounded perfect for my outdoor hair woes. The cleanser is meant to replace all of the hair care bottles which many of us store in our bathroom showers; the shampoo, the conditioner and the weekly deep-cleaning shampoo. As a busy working Mother of three, the thought of cutting down my hair care time sounded like a godsend!

The first time I tried Salon Grafix “Healthy Hair Nutrition Conditioning Cleanser” I followed the instructions on the back of the bottle for long hair. Thankfully the bottle warns consumers that Salon Grafix’s Conditioning Cleanser does not lather like ordinary shampoos. If the warning was not there, I would have been very confused! I worked the hair cleanser into my hair and let it sit for a few minutes, per the instructions on the bottle. I could already tell in the shower that my hair felt better; after just one use!

I blew my hair dry and purposely did not use any styling products in order to see if my hair was dry or nicely conditioned. Sure enough, my hair felt more conditioned than it had felt in years! The ultimate test was to see if this clean and healthy look remained for the entire day; or would I look like a grease monster by 3pm.

As the day wore on, I continued to run my hands through my hair and check myself in the mirror. No greasy head! In fact, when I woke up the next morning, my hair was still clean and fresh! It seemed too good to be true, so I continued to use the product for two weeks in order to see if there would be any sort of build-up or if my hair would adjust and return to its’ dry state.

After two weeks, I am excited to announce that my hair looks healthy, clean and shiny! Yay! I no longer have to do a weekly deep cleanse in order to strip the chlorine from my hair, plus my hair has a new and healthy shine which the sun normally dulls. In fact, I have noticed my hair is easier to comb when it is wet. I am hooked! I no longer shampoo and condition, I now cleanse J

The verdict is in! Salon Grafix Conditioning “Healthy Hair Nutrition Conditioning Cleanser” earned a perfect five out of five stars.

Salon Grafix Condition Hair Cleanser is priced at $8.49 and can be found at CVS, Wal-Mart, Walgreens, Rite-Aid and other select retailers. Please visit salongrafix.com

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*I received a product sample of Salon Grafix Conditioning Hair Cleanser in citrus crème for consideration. Receipt of this product did not influence my review or opinion. I am under no obligation to post a review, positive or negative. For more information, please read our disclaimer.


Stay bright on rainy days this spring

Oh the rain! Here in the San Francisco Bay Area, we have had an extremely dry winter. The mild climate and warm sunshine have allowed Fashionistas around Northern California to start wearing their fabulous spring clothing and accessories. The bright spring 2012 colors combined with the sunny weather have put everyone in the mood for the warm summer months. Of course, the rain has decided to come now, in the middle of March. 

The March rains are seasonal. Every year we enjoy spring showers through April. The odd thing about this particular rain storm is that it just does not feel right! We have been enjoying spring weather over the past few months and going back to winter, for even just one week, feels odd.
Fortunately the bright spring colors of the season can keep us in our warm weather moods and brighten up even the dreariest of days. So toss aside that black umbrella, boring black rain boots and black nylon handbag. It is time to brighten up the grey sky!
Furla has fabulous spring handbags this season which also happen to be made from rubber. Perfect for the rain! These bright little numbers will also work perfectly when the weather is warm and sunny since a rubber handbag will survive a day at the beach and an entire summer by the pool. 
In addition to Furla brightening up the world of handbags, there are so many fabulous and colorful rain boots on the market right now. Why would you wear black? Look for polka dots, yellow, bright green, festive blues and of course the color of the year; Tangerine Tango. 
We scoured the web and found a few bright, rain friendly items to add a little sunshine to rainy days. Hope you enjoy! Stay dry and fabulous 
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