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Confessions of a Former Extension Addict

November 20, 2015 by emily 101 Comments

Hi. My name is Emily and I used to be addicted to hair extensions. I’ve had every kind from the bonded to the tape-ins to simple clip-ins, and of course had the broken off hair to show for it. On top of that, I don’t know if you all remember, but last year (September 9th, 2014.. not that I’ve kept track or anything) I got bangs cut and as embarrassing as it is to admit, it was a traumatizing experience to say the least. Just picture me hiding under my covers and ordering headbands on my computer like a maniac. Not pretty.

Over the past year I have been on a mission to get my hair to be as healthy as possible, all the while avoiding the easy fix of throwing in some extensions. So, here are my biggest tips for growing your hair out and keeping it as healthy as possible!

 

  1. Hair Vitaimins–  I give these to all of my friends that are trying to grow their hair out and they really do work so quickly! After I got my bangs cut I started taking these and they were significantly grown out after a month of taking these vitamins. Even my husband noticed!
  2. Wet Brush– This is pretty much the only hairbrush I use besides my Mason Pearson brush. If you’re not ready to splurge on a MP, try this one! It’s so much easier on your hair than a traditional hairbrush.
  3. Deep Conditioner- I use this Living Proof Hair Treatment once a week
  4. Scrunchies- I put my hair in a bun on the top of my head with a giant scrunchie every night!
  5. Silk Pillowcase– I bought this at Sephora and it has made my blow outs last so much longer!
  6. Dry Shampoo- This is a safe place, right? Please don’t judge me but I wash my hair about once a week. Part because its not good to wash your hair too much and mostly because I’m lazy. I buy this Living Proof Dry Shampoo in bulk!

What are your secrets for growing out a bad haircut? Or just keeping your hair healthy? Leave them in comments!

 

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Comments

  1. Rebecca mersiowsky says

    November 20, 2015 at 10:30 am

    Mane & Tail shampoo/conditioner works wonders!! i have tried a zillion different salon products but this leaves my hair soft and shiny and helps my blow out last all week.

    Reply
  2. Jillian Oliver says

    November 20, 2015 at 10:31 am

    My favorite things for growing hair healthy and long is coconut oil and biotIn. I Use the coconut oil as a hair mask foR a min of 2hrs, i also sleep in it over night. I did the same Thing as you years ago, and now reversing the damage. Hope this helps!

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  3. ShaLane says

    November 20, 2015 at 10:45 am

    I ONLY WASH MY HAIR ONCE A WEEK ALSO. oNE, BECAUSE i HAVE A 5 MONTH OLD AND DON’T HAVE TIME FOR THAT NONSENSE AND TWO, i AM ALSO A BIT LAZY. i CONFESS TO BEING AN EXTENSION ADDICT. mY HAIR HAS BEEN THE SAME LENGTH FOR 4 YEARS AND i CANNOT GET IT TO GROW, SO i FINALLY BOUGHT ME SOME CLIP-INS ABOUT 8 MONTHS AGO. i LOVE THE LOOK, BUT HATE THE HASSLE. i AM GOING TO LOOK INTO THOSE VITAMINS. aND BE ON THE SEARCH FOR THE SCRUNCHIES i MADE IN 8TH GRADE hOME AND FAMILY CLASS.

    Reply
    • ShaLane says

      November 20, 2015 at 10:46 am

      Also, I did not notice that my caps lock was on, so that comment looks ridiculous. ^

      Reply
  4. Olivia says

    November 20, 2015 at 10:46 am

    Hi Emily, Your hair looks better than ever… So shiny and silky. However the link tO the hair vitamins doesn’t open up! What brand makes them?
    Thank you
    Love,
    Olivia

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 20, 2015 at 11:04 am

      Sorry! Heres the link: http://www.emilymaynardjohnson.myitworks.com

      Reply
      • Jodi says

        November 20, 2015 at 11:50 am

        LINk stIll doesnt work for me 🙁

        Reply
        • emily says

          November 20, 2015 at 5:04 pm

          http://emilymaynardjohnson.myitworks.com/shop/product/322/

          Reply
          • Heidi says

            January 10, 2016 at 1:59 am

            Hi! I cant tell how this works is it a viTamin or a hair treatment? Thanks!!

      • Bev says

        November 20, 2015 at 11:55 am

        Im having trouble with this link too

        Reply
        • emily says

          November 20, 2015 at 5:04 pm

          http://emilymaynardjohnson.myitworks.com/shop/product/322/

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          • TIffany says

            November 21, 2015 at 3:34 pm

            Hey Emily, The link says the item is inVAlid :o/
            Sorry about the caps bY the way xx

      • Amy says

        November 20, 2015 at 12:12 pm

        link still isn’t working! 🙁

        Reply
        • emily says

          November 20, 2015 at 4:45 pm

          http://emilymaynardjohnson.myitworks.com/shop/product/322/

          Reply
        • TRACY says

          November 21, 2015 at 2:26 am

          TRY THIS one ? http://emilymaynardjohnson.myitworks.com/shop/
          It’s IN THE SKIN CATEGORY

          Reply
      • Wendy says

        November 20, 2015 at 4:08 pm

        This is awesome! My daughter sells itworks we love the products! I have very oily fine haIr so this was very helpful!

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      • Allyson says

        November 20, 2015 at 7:51 pm

        Omg! Youre a dt! that’s awesome!

        Reply
  5. sarah says

    November 20, 2015 at 10:49 am

    I love its a 10 products. they work wonders and smell amazing. the wet brushes are amazing and help while blow drying your hair. 🙂

    Reply
  6. Juli says

    November 20, 2015 at 10:53 am

    i have been using monat products for the last year and my hair never been healthier. The products are natural botanical based with no harsh chemicals. It would be worth checking out these products.

    Reply
  7. molly wolf says

    November 20, 2015 at 10:54 am

    Thank you so much for posting this. Within the last year my hair has really gone down hill. I’ve tried so many different shampoos and conditioners. Can’t wait to try all your suggestions. love your blog!

    Reply
  8. Patricia says

    November 20, 2015 at 11:11 am

    What hair vitamins are they? The link is not working in the post or the one in the comments! Thanks!!

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 20, 2015 at 5:05 pm

      http://emilymaynardjohnson.myitworks.com/shop/product/322/

      Reply
  9. Tamara says

    November 20, 2015 at 11:21 am

    Your link to your iT works for the hair vitamins is not working.

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 20, 2015 at 5:05 pm

      http://emilymaynardjohnson.myitworks.com/shop/product/322/

      Reply
  10. Katherine says

    November 20, 2015 at 11:26 am

    What shampoo & conditioner do you use everyday?

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 20, 2015 at 5:05 pm

      I switch all the time! Right now I’m using the new Oribe line for blondes.

      Reply
      • Libby says

        May 1, 2018 at 4:41 am

        I Used to use Oribe For blondes. Just switched to Monat….huuuuuge difference!!

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  11. Erica says

    November 20, 2015 at 11:29 am

    Emily

    Is your hair thick or thin? Mine is thin so its really hard to go without washing BECAUSE it looks greasy. You look beautiful!

    Reply
  12. Kayla karnes says

    November 20, 2015 at 11:50 am

    I have been using the living proof products for years and my hair is so long and healthy! Us blondes have to take extra care of ouR color-treated hair 😉

    Reply
  13. Kayla karnes says

    November 20, 2015 at 11:51 am

    Also, i would love to see what makeup products you are loving these days. I love reading all of your tIps and tricks! Thanks 🙂

    Reply
  14. Amanda williams says

    November 20, 2015 at 12:06 pm

    I use viviscal hair vitamins and they are amazing!! They also make my nails grow so fast

    Reply
  15. Courtney Winner says

    November 20, 2015 at 12:07 pm

    The link to the hair vitamins is not working! What is the name of the vitamins??

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 20, 2015 at 5:04 pm

      http://emilymaynardjohnson.myitworks.com/shop/product/322/

      Reply
  16. LEXI says

    November 20, 2015 at 12:13 pm

    I can’t OPEN ANY OF THE vitamiN LINKS. PLEASE POST AGAIN!

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 20, 2015 at 4:45 pm

      http://emilymaynardjohnson.myitworks.com/shop/product/322/

      Reply
      • DODY says

        November 20, 2015 at 9:38 pm

        I don’t know why people are having trouble with the link. It works the first time I click it. 🙂

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  17. Sarah says

    November 20, 2015 at 12:40 pm

    Ive been taking these ever Since i cut my hair into a pixie. Are there specific times of the day you recommend taking them?

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 20, 2015 at 4:45 pm

      I take one in the morning and one at night

      Reply
  18. GIGI says

    November 20, 2015 at 12:45 pm

    SPASILK HAS WONDERFUL SILK PILLOWCASES AND YOU CAN FIND THEM ONLINE FOR A FRACTION OF THE COST OF THE ONES AT SEPHORA. I’VE USED THEM FOR YEARS AND HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM.

    Reply
  19. Kelley moore says

    November 20, 2015 at 12:49 pm

    Hi Emily! Thank yiu for the tIps! I am also trying to get my hair as healthy as possible right now. I judt had a baby on July 28 and am losing massive amounts of hair 🙁 i was wondering how you are dealing with the post parteum hair loss. If you have any tip for minimizing it ect. Thank you!

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    • emily says

      November 20, 2015 at 4:44 pm

      The HSN Vitamins have really been the only thing thats helped with that! Good luck! xox

      Reply
  20. Rachel Ackerman says

    November 20, 2015 at 12:51 pm

    Milkshake products. The leave in CONDITIONER and hairspray are amazing. I get them from my hair stylist, but you can also get them on amazon! since using the leave in conditioner it has made my hair more thick, and grow faster!

    Reply
  21. Tonya blake says

    November 20, 2015 at 12:53 pm

    Emily,

    Do you use the hair skin and nails or the omega 3 vitamins?

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 20, 2015 at 4:44 pm

      I take both! But the HSN are what I’ve noticed the biggest difference with

      Reply
  22. CHELSIE says

    November 20, 2015 at 1:11 pm

    I really could cry that you did not join my itworks team! haha… I have always loved you and wish you much success 🙂 It is an amazing company!

    Reply
  23. Marliese says

    November 20, 2015 at 1:15 pm

    I did a micro keraton Treatment at my hair saLon, its amazing’ and I also use marc anthony’s argon oil treatments.

    Reply
  24. Kelly says

    November 20, 2015 at 1:23 pm

    Hey Emily! I’m very interested in trying new vitamins especially to help with my hair!! Is there a Specific Vitamin you recommend through it works?
    thanks!

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 20, 2015 at 4:43 pm

      YES! Here’s the link: http://emilymaynardjohnson.myitworks.com/shop/product/322/

      Reply
  25. Kelly says

    November 20, 2015 at 1:24 pm

    Also, I love that top 🙂 Is it Free People?!

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 20, 2015 at 4:45 pm

      Yep! 🙂

      Reply
  26. Heather says

    November 20, 2015 at 1:25 pm

    Ladies, always so no to bangs!! Just don’t do it ever!!

    Have a great weekend!!

    Reply
  27. Samantha says

    November 20, 2015 at 1:58 pm

    Emily, Your hair looks amazing! I use coconut oil on my hair, just put it on and sleep on it. I lay a towel down so my pillow doesn’t soak up the oil. Then in the morning wash it out and my hair is so soft and shiny! I also use baby powder instead of dry shampoo, it works amazingly on blonde hair. And I’m like you I only wash my hair about twice a week:)

    Reply
  28. SaRa says

    November 20, 2015 at 2:44 pm

    Do i get the hair, skin and nails vitamins ??

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 20, 2015 at 4:45 pm

      Yes! They’re amazing!

      Reply
  29. ElissA says

    November 20, 2015 at 2:53 pm

    One word. Olaplex!

    Reply
  30. Rachel says

    November 20, 2015 at 2:59 pm

    I am the same way, wash my hair only once a week too. Discovering dry shampoo has been a life changer! I go through mine so quickly though, how long do those cans last for you?

    Reply
  31. TIffanie says

    November 20, 2015 at 3:11 pm

    I am just looking out for you girl but there is a lot of people on your favebook status promoting their own business at itworks!! Keep on doing what your doing. Your amaing!!

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  32. Jessica johnsTon says

    November 20, 2015 at 4:21 pm

    Hi emily! I am A marker partner with monat global. Monat’s hair care products are naTural and ConTain essential oils that are actually absorbed into your hair and proVide nouriShmEnt (not like moroccan Or argan oIls that Just coat the hair). The results are clinically proven. I formerly used Living proof and wen-this blows them both out of the water! StYlists are now being introduced to the products and agree that they are truly SUPERIOR! I can send samples to you or you can order from my website/Message me thRough Facebook. I would love to hElp you have the Longest, healthiest hair possible. Also, The products come with a 30 day money back guarantee., so there is nothing to lose! Thanks for your post! I Hope to hear from you Soon! ?

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  33. Blair says

    November 20, 2015 at 4:34 pm

    Can you give exact name of vitamins? The link takes you to an ItWorks page and yOu cant find thr vitamins anywhere? Its not a direct link to a vitamin product. Tgx

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 20, 2015 at 4:45 pm

      http://emilymaynardjohnson.myitworks.com/shop/product/322/

      Reply
  34. Emily says

    November 20, 2015 at 5:23 pm

    When i go to the link, The vitamin price says $33.00, but wHen i add it to my cart its 55.00. Do We not get a deal going through your link/website? Or do you have a coupon code to enter 🙂
    Thanks!!!!!

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    • emily says

      November 20, 2015 at 6:27 pm

      You have to sign up to get the better deal 🙂 I was confused the first time I bought them too!

      Reply
  35. Marcie K says

    November 20, 2015 at 5:59 pm

    Thank you for this post! I have been searching for tips like these. You are beautiful and so is your hair! #SWeeTesTbachElorette
    #IcantturnoffallcaPs

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  36. Cassie says

    November 20, 2015 at 6:38 pm

    Hey EmilY
    Thanks for all this! I had a baby in july and am breastfeedinf stIll. Ive noticed i keep losing hair!! Kind of personal- but did you run into this and if so what worked Best?
    Thanks girl! Cassie

    Reply
  37. Kimberly says

    November 20, 2015 at 9:56 pm

    Hey emily! love your blog. Im looking forward to trying your suggestions. I was reading your okder post about your skincare routine and i was wondering, have you changed that at all or do yoi still have the same Routine? Im looking for some good products for my skin. Yours is amazing!
    I dont know why this is typing in all caps, So sorry:)

    Reply
  38. Mikayla says

    November 20, 2015 at 11:25 pm

    Biosil has been my saving grace, ithas added collagen Which helped my damaged hair so much

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  39. Corinne says

    November 21, 2015 at 11:41 am

    Hi Emily,

    I absolutely love Color Wow Color Security Shampoo & Conditioner to keep hair healthy, shiny, and color clear. It’s great for extensions as well because its’ gentle formula doesn’t break the glue bonds, making for longer lasting extensions!
    Hopy you try 🙂
    http://www.colorwowhair.com/

    Reply
  40. Tracy says

    November 21, 2015 at 6:56 pm

    Emily, as always… Thank you for sharing. My staples for my hair are Aveda- smooth infusion shampoo and conditioner, Aveda smooth infusion glossing straightener(even though my hair is stick straight- it polishes and protects from heat- I use this around my face and ends of hair where it is most fragile) and to top it off- I am addicted to Kenra blowdry spray- it is an intense thermal protectant, it’s lightweight so it doesn’t weigh down the hair, eliminates frizz & humidity…it also detangles, smooths, softens and adds a bit of a shine. There is a similar product in the Oribe line that I like very well, but I honestly like Kenra blowdry spray a little better. My hair is similar to your blonde color- medium thickness with fine texture.

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  41. Amy says

    November 21, 2015 at 10:10 pm

    What do you use to style your hair? Do you use a leave in conditioner or heat protector??

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 30, 2015 at 9:34 am

      I barely use any heat on my hair so I just use a leave in conditioner. Right now I love the one from Oribe and it smells so good!

      Reply
  42. Julie says

    November 22, 2015 at 8:36 am

    DId you Find your skin to have any more breAkouts with the vitamins? I have had issues in the past witH the gnc hsn vitamiNs…. Great post! Thank you!

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 30, 2015 at 9:33 am

      My skin is actually better since using them!

      Reply
  43. Allison oneAl says

    November 22, 2015 at 2:05 pm

    Emily, which mP brUsh do you use?

    Reply
    • emily says

      November 30, 2015 at 9:33 am

      I have the classic and the detangler. Love them both!

      Reply
  44. Leigh ann mathews says

    November 23, 2015 at 8:33 am

    My daughter & i have been using monat for the last two months and have never had better hair! No more tangles, hiar growth, great volume & Shine! Its natural and removes all toxins out of your hair! Hands down best products! Check it out @ http://www.get.mymonat.com would love for you to try it!

    Reply
  45. Emily says

    November 23, 2015 at 9:18 pm

    Love all your posts! Have you ever used any euphora products? Also, what salon/ stYlist do you go to here in charlotte?

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  46. sUHANA says

    November 24, 2015 at 1:40 pm

    I massage olive oil into my hair all over from scalp to roots once a week. I leave it for couple hours or overnight (I cover my pillow with a clean towel and sleep on it with hair tied up in bun). it allowed the oil to sink in the hair. shampoo well (I massage the scalp well to remove the oil). conditioner is optional. I do it only on the bottom of my hair. result is so soft and manageable hair!! olive oil is amazing! same go for coconut oil. the thing with coconut oil is it comes in solid form- you have to heat it to make it melt to liquid for hair application.

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  47. jennifer says

    November 24, 2015 at 2:06 pm

    What’s your nail color!! 🙂

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  48. Emily says

    November 25, 2015 at 6:56 pm

    Emily i have to be honest i thought you looked so pretty with your Shorter hair cut years ago! You Have a nice face for short hair!

    And about the hair tips i swear this works. It sounds crazy but try and hang upside doWn off you bed. A doctor told me once that this causes the blood to rush tO your scalp. If you do this a few Minutes a day it works! And give yourself or have someone else give you a scalp massage Like 10 minutes a day. This alone worked. I have blonde hair too and a monTh after doing both of these things my roots were like inches longer than uSual.

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  49. Ashley LANE says

    November 26, 2015 at 12:40 am

    Hi Emily!

    You may already be planning to do a makeup blog but I thought I would go ahead and ask. What type of foundation are you using now? Do you still use the temptu airbrush set? Trying to decide if I want that system to be a Christmas present. ?

    Reply
  50. Kelly wonderlin says

    November 27, 2015 at 4:18 pm

    WHAT A BEAUTIFUL PHOTO OF YOU AND YOUR LITTLE BABY. YOUR HAIR LOOKS FANTASTIC!

    Reply
  51. Kristina feasey says

    November 28, 2015 at 10:51 pm

    Rinsing your hair With cool/cold water whEn you condition is the best. You shoulD try it!

    Reply
  52. ANdrea says

    November 29, 2015 at 4:51 pm

    awww what a shame you didnt find me back then, i make custom made hair fringes and beehives could have helped you cover up the growing out phase…if you ever fancy ‘faux’ bangs again, happy to make you some 😉

    Reply
  53. Sarah says

    December 17, 2015 at 11:58 pm

    What hair extensions wouLd you recommend if you want something to look aS naTural as yOur hair. But also Affordable?

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  54. melissa says

    December 20, 2015 at 11:57 pm

    Would you RECOMMEND the hsn over the viviscal supplements ?

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    • melissa says

      December 20, 2015 at 11:58 pm

      haha …. Ignore the all caps ther im just a bit exciteD

      Reply
    • emily says

      January 4, 2016 at 9:59 am

      yes! I’ve tried both

      Reply
  55. Britni says

    December 22, 2015 at 9:46 am

    Do you still use your WEn? I have recently begun using New Wash by Hairstory ( same concept) and it has left my hair feeling rather greasy. Any suggestions?

    Reply
    • emily says

      January 4, 2016 at 9:59 am

      I actually quit using WEN after I read it was making people’s hair fall out… YIKES!

      Reply
  56. Kate says

    January 4, 2016 at 3:16 pm

    where did you get the flower cardigan you are wearing? Thanks!

    Reply
  57. Joanna says

    January 16, 2016 at 8:29 pm

    Hi Emily,

    I am moving to charlotte and am looking for a great hair salon. Which salon do you use??

    THanks,

    Joanna

    Reply
    • emily says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:16 am

      Right now i go to Amber at Brushington. I hope you love Charlotte as much as I do!

      Reply
  58. Andrea says

    January 21, 2016 at 7:13 pm

    Baby powder-

    great For not washing hair, gives roots volume and HelpS with dark roots

    Reply
  59. Andrea says

    January 21, 2016 at 7:16 pm

    Also-when straightening hair and/or curling it- always apply argan oil (or another hair sErum/oIl) Before straightening to prevent stripping Of natural oils and instead your straightener will Strip more of the hair product

    Reply
  60. Cassi says

    February 1, 2016 at 4:22 pm

    Emily, are u experiencing postpartum hair loss? Are tjose vitamins safe to use while nursing. #beenloosingmyhairsincedelivery #goingon5months ???

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    • emily says

      February 1, 2016 at 4:26 pm

      My doctor said it was okay to take them while I was pregnant/nursing. It helped so much I didn’t notice any hair loss! I’d definitely check with your doctor though just to be sure it’s okay since everyone is different 🙂

      Reply
  61. Marcy says

    February 11, 2016 at 4:35 pm

    LOVE the floral top! Beautiful! Since i gave birth to my son i lovE wearing loose fitting blouses.

    Reply
  62. Jennifer rose says

    February 26, 2016 at 3:28 am

    I am a hairstylist in california and was also an extension abuser/enthusiest. I cut my hair into a bob two Years ago to just get rid of all the fragile/broken hair.
    I started usiNg redken extreme lengths biotin protein sealer. Its amazing!!! Just apply a pea size to ends of haif first then through the Rest. It helps with Breakage, ends splitting and gorwing healthy long hair. My hair is now down the middle of my Back, multiple haircuts later and its beyond healthy. Highly recommend!

    Reply
  63. Amber says

    March 1, 2016 at 1:46 pm

    JUst woNdering for everyday shamPoo and conditioner what dO yOu use? THanks Amber

    Reply
  64. tINA mCfARLAND says

    March 7, 2016 at 12:41 pm

    i’M SO GLAD TO KNOW THAT SOMEONE AS BEAUTIFUL AS YOU ONLY WASHES THEIR HAIR ONCE A WEEK AS DO i!! mAKES ME FEEL SO MUCH BETTER THAT THEIR ARE OTHERS THAT DO IT, TOO! LOL

    Reply
  65. Ruby Coleman says

    March 10, 2016 at 10:05 am

    Thank you so much for posting this. Within the last year my hair has really gone down hill. I’ve tried so many different shampoos and conditioners. Can’t wait to try all your suggestions. love your blog!

    Reply

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