I am one of those folks who switches shampoo pretty frequently. Somehow I feel my hair "responds" better if I switch around. I get a favorite for awhile, and then switch as my mood strikes. I've been a Suave user off and on, typically having at least one of their conditioners on hand as my brand-du-jour runs out. (Yes, I run out of conditioner long before I run out of shampoo.) Since Suave has so many different scents, I frequently have several types available so I can use whichever I like as the mood strikes. During the summer, for example, I enjoy a more tropical smell. For awhile, I had a kiwi-coconut variety from Suave in the shower.
Thanks to Mom Central, I got a package filled with different Suave hair products. I received great shampoo and conditioner, but I also received their styling foam and finishing spray. Truth be told, I use my husband's styling products (quite the opposite of most households, I imagine) so I haven't purchased any for myself in quite awhile. It was a welcome experience to finally get some "for me." In the package also was a travel-size deodorant. I didn't realize Suave makes deodorant - and the concept of a travel size also didn't cross my mind. Brilliant! I am pleased to report that I adore the tropical smell and will be purchasing a full-sized stick shortly.
The first variety of Suave that I tried from my sample package was their "Sleek Shampoo and Conditioner." Ironically enough, I recently had bought a "Sleek" variety of another much more expensive brand, so the comparison was an easy set-up. Indeed, the expensive variety created sleek hair - check! But the Suave did even more and left my hair much softer than the expensive brand - double check!
I should note that I have very thick, wavy, likely-to-frizz hair. Although it is short right now, it is longer than it was last year since I am growing it out. It is slightly above chin length, at that very dangerous for the triangle-head look length, should my hair frizz-out.
Honestly, I haven't had a problem since I've been using the Suave samples.
Also in the package were the "Vibrant Shine" and "Color Care" varieties. Both of these are very important because yes, I color my hair. And yes - I want shine. The "Color Care" line contains UV protection. I didn't realize shampoo could contain UV protection!
Here are some tips from the Suave Experts themselves:
Shine Through Summer
Chlorine from the pool can quickly turn hair dry and dull. Look for hair products specially-designed to infuse shine. Also, blow dry hair from roots to ends, making sure you do not ruffle your hair. By doing this, you’ll keep the cuticle of your hair lying flat, thus reflect more light, and producing more shine.
How to get the Shine: Suave Vibrant Shine Shampoo and Conditioner is formulated with silk amino acids to restore shine and luster to dull hair for bright, shimmering strands.
Price/Availability: $1.92 – 2.49 at drugstores, mass merchandisers, and supermarkets nationwide
Don’t Let Your Hair Fall when Temps Rise!
Hot summer weather and humidity can cause your hair to lose its shape. Apply a little mousse to damp hair to add body and help control your style. For added fullness, flip your head over and blow dry the roots. When you flip your head upright, your hair will be at maximum volume.
How to get the Shape: Suave Professionals Extra Hold Mousse helps to lock in style for all-day hold and is great for hair that needs body and control.
Price/Availability: $1.92 – 2.49 at drugstores, mass merchandisers, and supermarkets nationwide
Hold That Look
Heat and humidity can be tough to battle, and here’s where the right hairspray comes to the rescue. To keep a soft, full, long lasting look, use an extra hold hairspray and keep the can 8-10 inches away from your head while spraying all over. This allows the fine mist of spray to penetrate the roots and hold the hair in place.
How to get the Hold: Suave Professionals Extra Hold Hairspray helps to lock in style for all-day hold and helps to control fly-aways.
Price/Availability: $1.92 – 2.49 at drugstores, mass merchandisers, and supermarkets nationwide
Make Summer Styling Smooth Sailing
Frizzies and fly-aways suddenly appear during the summer months with humidity at an all-time high. Achieving frizz-free hair starts in the shower with a shampoo and conditioner specially formulated to fight frizz. When blow drying hair, again be sure to blow dry from roots to ends to smooth the cuticle.
How to get rid of Frizz: Suave Professionals Sleek Shampoo and Conditioner moisturizes and smoothes curly, frizzy or dry hair leaving it looking salon-smooth and healthy.
Price/Availability: $1.92 – 2.49 at drugstores, mass merchandisers, and supermarkets nationwide
Fight the Fade
Have color-treated hair? Lock in your color and keep hair healthy during the summer by protecting your hair with products designed to fight the elements, such as color-protecting shampoos, waterproof gels, and UV protectors.
How to fight the Fade: Suave Professionals Color Care Shampoo and Conditioner has a gentle formula that nourishes and defends hair against harsh environmental elements and helps protect color from fading.
Price/Availability: $1.92 – 2.49 at drugstores, mass merchandisers, and supermarkets nationwide
