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Thinking back, my hair was never crazy thick or shiny, but it was ok. I wasn’t Pantene commercial material by any means. But, it was easily manageable, didn’t get greasy too easily, and did pretty much what was asked of it. My hair is definitely in better shape now, but none of that comes easily anymore.
Before, I could use pretty much any shampoo and conditioner. Hair color wasn’t an issue, nor was the amount of heat I put on it. That’s certainly changed, however.
Fresh out of the hospital, my hair starting falling out little by little. No huge clumps or anything dramatic, but the gradual thinning was obvious to me. My skin was dry, rough, and generally dull – not to mention I looked like a chipmunk smuggling nuts from the steroids.
I’m a dual licensed Cosmetologist and Esthetician, so this was unacceptable to me. The stuff I could change, I mean. Only time takes care of the corticocheeks, as we know.
So, on the hunt I went for the best products I could find that wouldn’t break the bank. Our finances were being drained by all the new stuff I had to have, like acupuncture and supplements. I couldn’t spend a ton on new goodies, as much as I wanted to.
Through a recommendation, I found Awaken by Surface. This. stuff. works. Best part for me is that it’s also vegan, paraben and sulfate free.
My hair was once so drab and limpy, and now I fight to keep the body down and have to get haircuts SO much more often – but those are problems I’d once have sold my soul for.
The shampoo is super tingly at first, but I promise you’ll get used to it and love it! You wash with it twice, leaving it on for a minute the second time. You can find it here.
The conditioner is tingly too, but you don’t have to leave it on as long (just one minute) as other conditioners to get silky smooth hair that is SO shiny. You can find it here.
The treatment is really where all the magic happens, though. I put a strip down the middle of my scalp once a day – it’s freezing cold, but it makes all the difference. You can find it here.
If you get anything, get the treatment! I know we’re all on a budget today – the treatment is where all the growth ingredients are. If you at least use the treatment, you should see results, just later than normal.
They also have a masque and elixer that can further induce hair growth, and prevent damage. A thickening cream that also has the essential growth ingredients was a must for me at first, too. Instantly thick, shiny hair that smells amazing? Yes, please.
The shampoo and conditioner go such a long way – the ones listed above last me at least a month. The treatment, where all the magic is, will last a minumum of three months if used correctly.
The products I listed above are the best I’ve found in all my beauty industry years. The Awaken system, along with a balanced diet, could put you on the path to the hair of your dreams. Do you have any more great hair growth tips? Drop them below! Happy Friday, y’all!
