let's talk hair.

Growing up, my sister and I always naturally split the roles: I did the hair; she did the makeup. In fact, when we moved apart, I slightly panicked wondering if I could break from my dependence on her artistic abilities. In the hair realm, Britt's signature was the 'throw it up in a pony tail,' and mine was always the 'round-brushed always down' look. {styling hair truly became a passion of mine}. I rarely branch out of that organic, naturally straight or beach waved look, but I am inspired by those that do. #stuckinmycomfortzone || All that to say, after many trials and errors, these are the hair products that are now my live with-outs.From the shampoo I use to the spray-in conditioner and finishing spray (that smells divine + handles friz), these have added so much health to my locks. They have truly protected it from heat damage + enlivened my blonde. Not to mention, these make my hair thick + shiny + soft (but not too unable-to-style soft). Also, I showed two different hair sprays I use in the scroll below: the Moroccan oil is my day time spray; it keeps my hair in place without constricting the movement. The Kerastase is my night time spray; it is a bit stronger and provides the perfect amount of hold.

Video for Beachy Waves: How To Curl Your Hair with a Straightener

For years upon years, my attempt at beachy waves always concluded in a failure of ringlet curls. The end to this insanity cycle (yes, I kept repeating this over again hoping to achieve different results) came when my awesome college roomie taught me these simple steps to curl my hair with a straightener. Talk about a game changer! The major plus: no hair spray needed, and it doesn't fall.Watch on for this beauty secret play by play.Tip to remember: don't clamp the straightener too tightly. Keep it loose, and let it flow through your hair. Comment below if you have any questions!Video by Trolley House Productions