The Ouai to Repair Your Hair ... or Not | Review

     Let's chat! So, I went to Sephora recently after hearing rave reviews about The Ouai Repair Shampoo & Conditioner, and as a hair junkie (yes, hi, here I am)... I just had to try it for myself! I washed my hair and conditioned it like I would any other day. First of all, yum! They smell freaking delicious-- actually the conditioner even smells better than the shampoo, which is usually never the case in my opinion!

     It cleaned my hair. The shampoo lathered up nicely (not too sudsy and yes, it still lathered even though it is sulfate-free)! It rinsed out with ease and then I applied the conditioner. It was alright, it did not make my hair feel super silky and nice... but it rinsed out well, and that's that! I didn't really notice anything great about either product, and I am not shading Ouai or Jen Atkin (the creator) because there are other products from the brand I really, really do enjoy!

     The shampoo was a good shampoo and the conditioner wasn't anything spectacular, but it wasn't horrible... I am just looking at the overall value for the price I paid... $54 for shampoo and conditioner is not cheap, and you need to use just as much as any other products out there. So, all in all, it smells good... washes out easily... and does not dry out the hair; however, it is expensive... and did not make my hair feel soft or "repaired" by any means.

     Now, just to make sure it was not just me, my mom tried it too and she felt the same. My hair is long and wavy (not chemically treated)... my mom's hair is above shoulder length and curly (color treated). Needless to say, I returned it. Thank goodness Sephora offers this as an option because I do not want to be out $54 for something that did not make me say "wow" or want to go share how great it was with anybody. These were just not for me! Have you tried it? Do you love it? Like it? Let me know your experience and tell me your favorite Ouai products!

The Ouai Repair Shampoo
- $28
- 10 fl oz
- A nourishing cleanser infused with our unique Smart Technology complex that replenishes moisture and fortifies breakage-prone strands—leaving hair stronger and shinier than ever
- Free of parabens and sulfates
- No animal testing
- Protects color

The Ouai Repair Conditioner
- $26
- 8.45 fl oz
- A mega-moisturizing hydrator that feeds damaged hair without adding weight. Infused with our unique Smart Technology complex for nourished, healthy-looking hair
- Free of parabens
- No animal testing
- Protects color




[All basic information in regards to the product is provided by theouai.com]
Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored & all opinions are my own!

Lounging Around on Mary's Peak

     Have y'all been keeping up with my YouTube videos from my trip to Oregon? Well... if you haven't... click the word "YouTube" in the header and check them out (there are three weekly vlogs to see)! The point of me asking if you have watched them? Well, in the third and final vlog, Trevor and myself drove to Mary's Peak and we had some problems. By problems I mean we got stuck on a snow bank... on a cliff... on a narrow road... on the mountain. It was scary and I had a mini heart attack.

    

     Luckily, we were able to get unstuck and decided the safest thing to do was head back down the mountain and pull off at a view point! Our goal was originally to make it to the top and look out over Oregon, but I think in the scenario we were in... the view point was a great alternative (mainly because it was safe and my life wasn't being threatened on the edge of a cliff). We parked at an area that was about half-way up the mountain... it had two picnic tables and an outhouse, so I decided to lounge around! The views were nothing short of beautiful, as they always are in Oregon.

Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored & all opinions are my own!

The Sunset on Winter

     Winter always feels like the longest season. Am I the only one who feels that way? I spent the remainder of my winter and start of my spring in Oregon this year as ya'll would have seen. As a New Jersey girl who sees flowers bloom a little later and browned leaves hang on a little longer, I could not believe all the pretty buds blooming in Oregon... since early March! Not only was the scenery of pretty colors coming to life a complete joy, Oregon gets some amazing sunsets!

     On the final day of winter, Trevor and I headed off to this field at the end of a very long road to take photos as a newly engaged couple (the photos are a few posts back, check them out)! While there, I took center stage in front of the camera for some shots with the sunset. The final sunset of winter that is. Do you see these colors? The photos are not even edited! It makes me so happy that something could be this beautiful, and it makes me that much more excited for the warmer weather to wrap me up. Basically, I just wanted to share this sunset with all of you and show a little appreciation for the change of season. Spring... you are so welcome.

Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored & all opinions are my own!

Frolicking in Florence

     Hey guys! I am officially back home in New Jersey reminiscing about my trip in Oregon. One of my favorite places to go while I am visiting the Pacific North West is Florence, Oregon (not that I wander all over the PNW or anything). It is such a sweet little town that feels very homey. When Trevor and I visit, we spend most of our time on Bay Street which is this street (obviously) that has all these cute little shops and restaurants on it! When the sun is shining, everybody is on Bay Street!

     We went over to the coast twice this past visit, and the second visit was the best weather I experienced out of all my time in Oregon! Between the sun, the subtle chill to the air, and all the people walking around... I just loved the day. Of course we made a photo opportunity out of it, so that is what I am here to share! Also, if you ever get the chance to visit this spot... do yourself a favor and eat at Bridgewater (also known as the Zebra Bar). The place has some serious curb appeal and the interior decor is a little quirky... which is not the point of eating there, but I thought I would throw in some extra detail. The food is freaking amazing. So simple, yet so delicious.  N o t h i n g  compares.

 

Denim Jacket: TopShop (Nordstrom)

Long-sleeve Top: Zara

Jeans: Zara

Belt: H&M

Shoes: 1 State (Nordstrom Rack)

Backpack: Kelsi Dagger (TJ Maxx)

Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored & all opinions are my own!