Haircare Holiday Gift Guide

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Whether you are looking to treat yourself, or the coiffed people on your holiday list, to new haircare tools and products– I have rounded up a few products that are well-worth having.

AQUIS Lisse Luxe Hair Towel ($35.00 from AQUIS, Ulta, AQUIS Official Amazon Store and Sephora): I have favored using hair towels and turbans, over regular bath towels, for many years, but AQUIS is definitely my very favorite brand for both. Their Lisse Luxe Hair Towel is extra large (19"x50"), ultra-luxurious, very plush, unbelievably soft, and it is very absorbent.

According to AQUIS,

Lisse Luxe may sound like the name of an ‘exotic’ artiste. But she’s the perfect towel for normal hair. Lisse Luxe also excels at curly hair, fine hair, damaged hair and any hair that needs gentle treatment. New generation Aquitex improves absorbency and comfort. Wraps and tucks easily leaving hands free while hair dries. Dries fast with less friction, to minimize frizz and damage.

AQUIS Lisse Luxe Hair Turban ($30.00 at AQUIS, Ulta, AQUIS Official Amazon Store and Sephora): With all of the attributes of the Lisse Luxe Hair Towel, their hair turban has the added luxury of a button that securely fastens it in place.

According to AQUIS,

The all around gentleness of Lisse Luxe. With the convenience of an easy to fasten turban. Great for curly and delicate hair needing the gentlest treatment. New generation Aquitex improves absorbency and comfort. Wraps and fastens easily leaving hands free while hair dries. Dries fast with less friction, to minimize frizz and damage.

Posh Hot Head Thermal Deep Conditioning Heat Cap ($29.95 from Hot Head and Etsy): This super easy to use heat cap enables you to deep condition your hair effortlessly, and without any cords to limit your mobility.  

According to Hot Head,

Hot Head microwavable deep conditioning heat cap. This lively black and white zebra print contrasts nicely against the solid pink terrycloth to make this perfectly posh pink zebra Hot Head! Wear your favorite side facing out or alternate them depending on your mood.

Hot Head dramatically improves the results of your favorite deep conditioner, hair masque, oil, or other hair treatment. Without heat, your treatment can only do so much to improve the quality of your hair. Typically, the cuticle is closed, so the treatment is only able to work on the surface of the hair shaft. The results are minimal and superficial when compared to heat enhanced deep conditioning treatments. Hot Head enables the hair cuticle to open for an extended period, allowing the treatment to penetrate the hair shaft, nourishing it from the inside out.

Features: 

- Eco Friendly – Handmade with all natural materials 

- Reversible and Reusable 

- Available in multiple colors

- Easy to use - Salon quality treatments in your home

- For all hair types and textures

- Produces enough heat for a 20-45 minute treatment

- No cords, No fuss - Freedom to move about while deep conditioning your hair

N.B.: Shower caps are essential when using Hot Head! Save yourself a trip to the beauty supply store and add on a 10-pack of disposable shower caps. 

Raincry Volume Hair Brush Large Size ($60.00 from Raincry, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, Dermstore, Neiman Marcus, Space NK, Net-A-Porter, Beautylish and Saks Fifth Avenue): These magnesium brushes are handmade in Italy, and boast exceptional quality, unprecedented efficacy and they can be used for straightening and curling the hair (the large size is shown above and on the right). The brilliant design, coupled with the effective materials chosen, cuts down drying time– therefore hair sustains far less heat damage.

According to Raincry.

Raincry is a professional line of eco-friendly hairbrushes that are handmade by European artisans. With a commitment to provide the very best products while being ethical and environmentally responsible, Raincry ensures that their materials are collected through ethical and environmentally renewable sources.

An exclusive magnesium brush designed to heat and cool faster than ceramic to create greater volume. Ideal for those with long hair (shoulder length to shoulder blades) who want to volumize and/or curl hair.

This brush is made with the brand's exclusive magnesium alloy, which heats and cools faster than ceramic to lock in style and reduce styling damage. Premium nylon bristles remove excess product and oils away from the hair, giving you gravity-free style while withstanding the heat from the hottest blow dryers. Its anti-static, two-piece, soft-touch handle prevents hair from getting caught and tangled around the handle, while its flexible spiral design increases the brush's heating surface and channels air around it for less drying time while reducing breakage.

Directions: For the best at-home blowout, start at the nape of your neck and section hair to the same width as the brush. Place the brush under the section (at the roots) and heat the hair at your root area until dry. Then, pull the brush upward away from the shoulders, drying from the mid-shaft while still pulling away from your shoulders. Twirl the ends like spaghetti to get a great finish. Be sure to cool each section fully before moving on to the next.

Features:
- Large size 55mm/2.2 inches
- Premium nylon bristles
- Handmade in Italy

Raincry Volume Hair Brush Plus Size ($65.00 from Raincry, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, Dermstore, Neiman Marcus, Space NK, Beautylish and Saks Fifth Avenue): If the large size is too small for your needs, then the Plus Size is 2.6" rather than 2.2 inches (shown above on the left).

According to Raincry,

An exclusive magnesium brush designed to heat and cool faster than ceramic to create greater volume. Ideal for those with very long hair (shoulder blades or longer) who want to volumize and/or curl hair.

This brush is made with the brand's exclusive magnesium alloy, which heats and cools faster than ceramic to lock in style and reduce styling damage. Premium nylon bristles remove excess product and oils away from the hair, giving you gravity-free style while withstanding the heat from the hottest blow dryers. Its anti-static, two-piece, soft-touch handle prevents hair from getting caught and tangled around the handle, while its flexible spiral design increases the brush's heating surface and channels air around it for less drying time while reducing breakage.

Directions: For the best at-home blowout, start at the nape of your neck and section hair to the same width as the brush. Place the brush under the section (at the roots) and heat the hair at your root area until dry. Then, pull the brush upward away from the shoulders, drying from the mid-shaft while still pulling away from your shoulders. Twirl the ends like spaghetti to get a great finish. Be sure to cool each section fully before moving on to the next.

Features:
- Plus size 65mm/2.6 inches
- Premium nylon bristles
- Handmade in Italy

Raincry Volume Wash ($33.00 for 8 oz. from Raincry, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale's, Space NK, Neiman Marcus, Net-A-Porter and Beautylish): This volumizing shampoo includes Alpha Hydroxy, among its ingredients, in order to effectively remove excess oils, dirt  and dry skin– while nourishing and volumizing hair. It is non-stripping, color-safe, Keratin-safe and free of parabens, phthalates and sulfates. It is also cruelty-free.

According to Raincry,

A gravity defying shampoo with body-building AHA, Seashell and Grapefruit extracts. Bigger is better. Volume Wash uses a specially designed Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) to gently rid hair of excess oils, product build up and impurities for a weightless, body-building clean. Fortifying Seashells assist in strengthening and stiffening hair and promotes volume to even the limpest hair textures. The age-old tradition of Grapefruit Extract helps with scalp rejuvenation for stronger roots and healthier regrowth for larger than life hair.

Features: pH Balanced, Paraben Free; Sulfate Free, Phthalate Free, Cruelty Free, Colour Safe, Keratin Treatment Safe and Safe for Frequent Use.

Directions: Apply to wet hair. Massage, lather and rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. For best volume results, use step 2: THICKENING RINSE conditioner. Frequent use.

Ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium Methyl-2 Sulfolaurate, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycol Stearate, Glycolic Acid (AHA), Ostrea Shell Powder (Sea Shell) Extract, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Extract, Cysteine Amino Acids, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Keratin Amino Acids, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, CI 17200, Polyquaternium 10, Fragrance/Parfum

Raincry Volume Thickening Rinse ($36.00 for 8 oz. from Raincry, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale's, Space NK, Neiman Marcus, Net-A-Porter and Beautylish): This thickening conditioner adds volume to limp hair without weighing it down, and it hydrates, fights frizz and leaves hair manageable.

According to Raincry,

A plumping conditioner with thickening Collagen, Omega 3 / 6 Fatty Acids and Evening Primrose.   Plump up the volume. Lightweight THICKENING RINSE uses Collagen to help plump and swell your hair to provide greater thickness for easier styling. Rich Omega 3 / 6 Fatty Acids strengthens hair and increases elasticity for a stronger, more natural bounce. Evening Primrose has been used for centuries as a scalp tonic and provides scalp regeneration to help support uplifting root volume without weighing down your hair.

Features: pH Balanced, Paraben Free, Sulfate Free, Phthalate Free, Cruelty Free, Colour Safe
Keratin Treatment Safe and okay for frequent use.

Directions: Apply to wet hair. Allow to absorb and rinse thoroughly. For best volume results, use step 3: DAILY DENSIFYING TREATMENT. Frequent use.

Ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Behentrimonium Chloride, Amodimethicone, Centrimonium Chloride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceterath 20, Glycerine, Propylene Glycol, Collagen, Olus Oil (and) Camelina Sativa Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Cysteine Amino Acids, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Keratin Amino Acids, Yucca Schidigera Leaf Extract, Isopropyl Myristate, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Tetra Sodium EDTA, Fragrance/Parfum.

Raincry Volume Daily Densifying Treatment ($38.00 for 6.5 oz. from Raincry, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale's, Space NK, Neiman Marcus, Net-A-Porter and Beautylish): This treatment adds volume from the root level. Additionally, it offers hair heat-protection while maintaining added volume all day long.

According to Raincry,

Helps build density, add root volume and heat-protection with stimulating Copper Peptides, Biotin and Calendula Extract. Strength in numbers. Daily Densifying Treatment is a multi-tasking formula designed to add root volume, heat-protection and support new hair growth for greater looking density. This unique blend combines Copper Peptides and Biotin that have been clinically proven to decrease hair loss and encourage growth. Age-old Calendula Extract helps enhance root volume and improves circulation to the follicle resulting in fuller looking hair all day long.

Features: pH Balanced, Heat-Protection, Paraben Free, Sulfate Free, Phthalate Free, Cruelty Free

Colour Safe, Keratin Treatment Safe, For Fine To Normal Hair and for Frequent Use

Directions: Apply to damp hair focusing on root area before styling or styling products. Leave-in. Frequent use.

Ingredients: Alcohol, Aqua/Water/Eau, Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl/Methacrylate Copolymer, Amino Methyl Propanol, Copper Tripeptide-1, Biotin, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Bambusa Vulgris (Bamboo) Extract, D-Panthenol, Equisetum Arvense (Horsetail) Extract, Niacinamide (B3), Cysteine Amino Acids, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Keratin Amino Acids, CI 19140, Fragrance/Parfum.

Cricket Brushes ($4.59-14.99 from Sally Beauty, Ulta, Amazon and BottomsUPBrush.com): Cricket makes a wide range of affordable and effective brushes and combs– including the ingenious Bottoms Up Brush. This multitasker is equipped with a stainless-steel bottle opener at its base– that makes it perfect for music festivals, days at the beach and for holiday festivities.

According to Cricket,

The Bottoms Up Brush is good for wet and dry… hairstyling. Oblong vent pattern allows for easy airflow access and thin, yet flexible bristles with gentle ball tips help glide through hair.   Besides being equipped with a “bottle opener” at the base, the handle is super comfortable with the slight neck indention and bottom expansion that natural fits the hand. 

HAI Stylset Professional Dryer ($110.00-119.99 from Hai and Amazon): This hair dryer boasts an impressive 1875W and has cold, warm and hot settings that can easily be modified with its customizable dial. The negative ions and far-infrared rays eliminate static, and the blue UV light helps to condition the scalp. However, the most innovative, and pleasant, aspect is that when you turn on the dryer it releases a wonderful jasmine aroma that is very pleasant.

According to HAI,

The first professional 1875W blow dryer that offers complete heat and wind control for a customized look, with a simple dial swipe.

Features:
- 1875W high-output AC motor
- Set the speed & heat freely for a customized experience
- Negative ions and far-infrared rays eliminate static and boost shine
- Blue UV light conditions the scalp keeping hair shiny and healthy from root to tip
- Sweet jasmine scent released when powered on for a refreshing experience
- Tourmaline & ionic technologies allow hair to be more manageable
- Long-life and over-heating protection
- 125V AC - North American use
- 9' professional power cord with station hook
- Includes 2 nozzles
- TUV certified / LOW EMF / RoHS
- For use in the United States, Canada & Mexico

Directions: To start using your blow dryer, turn the wind control dial to the right which will adjust your wind speed. To control the heat, simply move the dial with the red dot to the right. You will then be able to use the dials to achieve your perfect wind and heat speed. Style as desired. To turn off, simply move the wond control dial dial to the left.

Bring the spa-experience to your home! In addition to the innovative speed/heat dial control and blue UV light, a sweet Jasmine scent released when powered on for a refreshing experience

Sultra After Hours 1.5-Inch Titanium Curling Wand ($149.00 from Sultra, Ulta, Amazon and Walmart): If you are looking to have gorgeous beachy curls and waves this holiday season, including New Year's Eve, then the Bombshell 1.5" Clipless Curling Rod really delivers. No clips means no lines of demarcation left behind, and no hair gets caught in the clip! This is definitely a worthwhile investment, particularly if you have straighter hair that needs a little coaxing to get that extra body.

According to Sultra,

The first clipless curl and wave wand that combines a titanium barrel and a dedicated ion emitter to allow for quick, one-pass styling without the damage caused by excessive heat exposure.  The Titanium Barrel provides the optimum heat surface with a friction-free glide.  Just turn on the After Hours Collection 1.5-Inch Titanium Styling Wand  and activate the tool's Ion Emitter that produces a continuous flow of 100% electrically charged molecules, ensuring completely frizz-free, healthy looking hair. Get sexy curls, sultry waves and lustrous shine with styles that last from day to late night.

Features:
- Ion Emitter creates the most healing, smoothing ions for shiny hair
- Fast heat up and recovery from Titanium Barrel provides friction-free surface so hair effortlessly glides around the barrel without snagging or pulling
- Digital variable temperature controls up to 390F degrees
- Dual-Heater Technology for full barrel even heat and styling
- 9’ foot no tangle swivel cord
- Universal Voltage
- Auto Shut-off
- Includes a complimentary Styling Glove and Iron Pad.

Overall Assessment: These fabulous products will make sure that you have holiday-ready hair, and they make perfect gifts for those coiffed people on your holiday list!

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