Hairspiration 2

I think i've always lusted after beach waves but I don't have the kind of hair that lends itself well to that effortlessly tousled fashion.

That niggling desire for carefree, casual locks has started haunting my dreams again and the more I think about it and the more images of luscious, sexy beach hair I see - I am starting to think it could be possible but maybe it just takes a little more effort than it looks.

Florence combines a block fringe and beach waves - perfect juxtaposition

I aim for a look like Drew - complete with hair feathers

Isla Fisher has beach waves down to a T

Christina Hendricks has a more glam approach

Oh, I did have beach waves once upon a time! ;)

Could it be that my aspiration for easy, breezy, beautiful locks take a lot more effort that meets the eye? 

I definitely don't have the type of hair that can be left to dry naturally.  Although I have natural waves, my hair needs a bit of teasing to keep it look thick and healthy, without that it would just look drab and lifeless.  

I have a couple of salt spray products in the form of Bumble and Bumble and Trevor Sorbie to try out and hope they will help my waves stay in place.  I also have the Babyliss waving wand for some extra oomph.  I think some thickening products also wouldn't go amiss. 

How do you achieve beach waves?

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Bumble & Bumble - Creme de Coco

For months now, I have been unhappy with my hair. The style, the condition, the length - everything.

I have always been quite proud of my mane. It is usually thick, shiny and despite the obvious 'Ginger' insults, I really love the colour. Lately it has looked dull and lifeless.

I don't use many products on my hair so to avoid build up and tend to stick to Kerastase to shampoo & condition but could this be the source of the problem? I decided to switch shampoo to find out so last week while browsing Look Fantastic, I decided to place a Bumble & Bumble order.

I have heard a lot about B&B through friends but this purchase for me was popping the proverbial cherry! I chose the shampoo & conditioner from the Creme de Coco range. According to B&B the Creme de Coco products are moisture rich, contain murumur butters and help to restore shine, improve flexibility and minimise frizz.

Oh, and they smell like a holiday in the carribean ... lush!

The results?

So far, I am loving this shampoo & conditioner. My hair is soft yet manageable, smooth and sleek and finally the shine has returned to my locks! My hair looks and feels healthier than it has done in months. At last, my hair is making me feel glamorous again!

The only downside to using Bumble & Bumble is that it is quite pricey ... I was about £35-£40 for these 2 products. I do believe hair is very important in creating a polished finish to your look and presenting yourself well so unless I find a suitable substitute for these products, I will be looking to repurchase.

Anyone else like Bumble & Bumble? What other products would you recommend?

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