Should you skip Leave In Conditioner?
One of the most common questions I get in the salon is, “Do I really need Leave In Conditioner once I’ve already conditioned my hair in the shower?” My answer is a huge, YES. But it’s more than just a simple yes, let me explain why this simple step is so important for your hair health!
What is the purpose of a Leave In Conditioner?
After you’ve shampooed, rinsed and conditioned in the shower, most struggle with the horrible tangles. Most women go straight for the brush to rake out those knots before they’ve even put in any product, but let me stop you there! There is a wonderful product that was designed to help with this exact circumstance and it’s called, “Leave In Conditioner'“!
Leave In Conditioners were designed to be used as a detangler and add moisture to the hair shaft. It helps to create that silky glide while you are brushing out your hair to prevent any damage. Leave In Conditioners also help to keep moisture within the hair, protect it from outside radicals and drying agents such as hair products, environmental damages and heat tools. But they really are so much more than that!
Leave In Conditioners create an even field on the hair shaft, so when you apply other hair products they spread evenly and are able to do their job properly. Imagine your hair shaft like a stucco, lots of bumps and cracks. When the hair has been through chemical services, environmental circumstances and heat; it can gradually start to have bumps and holes in it. Leave In Conditioners are like magic because they fill in all these bumps and cracks to create a flat surface. Once you layer all your other hair products over this even plain, they spread evenly and are able to do as promised. Amazing right?
My Favorite Leave In Conditioners!
My list of favorite products is endless but when it comes to Leave In Conditioners, I have three! So read carefully below to decipher which is best for you.
Innersense Organic Beauty Sweet Spirit Leave In Conditioner [$26] - This Leave In is one of my absolute favorites because it’s meant for any hair texture and density. It’s super lightweight and can easily be layered over. I suggest this especially for those of you with fine to medium hair and for those who don’t need a ton of extra moisture. Added bonus, it’s completely toxin free and clear of chemicals!
2. Amika Vault Leave In Conditioner [$25] - This is one of my favorites for those of you who need a tad bit more moisture. It also carries added benefits of UV Protection and Color Extending power. It will prevent your color from fading and definitely help a ton in Summer months!
3. Paul Mitchell Lavender Mint Moisture Milk [$20] - This has been on my list of top Leave In’s since my Beauty School days! It helps a ton with frizz control and moisture. If you have curly or naturally textured hair this will help refine those locks and make you feel extra shiny and healthy. Plus is smells like an absolute spa!
In Conclusion…
I hope that this article has enlightened and has showed you the importance of not skipping this super important step in your everyday hair regimen. I have linked all of my favorites above, but if you would like me to research any others for you, please leave them in the comments below and I’ll get to researching!
xoxo,
Shelby Alexandra
