(Part 2) Top products from r/Hair

Honestly check out YouTube. I'm sure there are plenty of good tutorials there. This one and this one are both fairly straightforward and will look good if done right.

A few things of note. MAKE SURE you work with wet (rinse thoroughly, then pat to damp with a towel) hair and have the following:

1. Decent quality scissors designed for cutting hair. They don't have to be the $300 per pair or more kind that real stylists use, but you'll have a hard time with kitchen scissors.
   
   
2. A good comb like this one.
   
   
3. Sectioning clips. If you're working with long hair, I'd suggest these.
   
   
4. A spray bottle.
   
   
5. You may want a cape for cleanliness purposes, but it's by no means necessary.
   
   General tips
   
   
6. Work with clean, conditioned hair. A good way to do this is cut it just after she's gotten out of the shower.
   
   
7. Make your sections straight and clean. It won't be easy if you've not done it before, but it will make some difference.
   
   
8. Take your time.
   
   
9. Cut less than you think your target amount is at first. You can always trim further if needed, but you can't put length back once you've cut it off.
   
   Good luck! Let me know if I can be of more help.

Caruso C97953 30 Molecular Steam Hairsetter with 30 Rollers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002JKPB8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_pdX6xbTB3K1QY

Sorry about the long link but this worked wonders for my hair when I got married. The steam is great and the foam rollers are comfortable. Let them cool completely in your hair and sit. Do some trial runs and see what works. Good luck!

To me it sounds like you have high porosity hair because of the medication. My mom had a similar issue with her hair becoming damaged after she bleached her hair so she could change the colour to a light grey (which it looks absolutely gorgeous now). First of all, do NOT use any heating tools (straightener/curling iron/blow-dryer). If you're anything like me and you feel like you absolutely have to, please use a heat protector. Secondly, do not brush your hair when it's wet. I would avoid anything with plastic beads on the end, combs and bristle brushes are your best friend right now (or finger detangling!!!!). Comb out the ends first, and keep going a few inches higher each time - this will save you from breakage. Try to brush your hair as little as possible though.

I encourage you to be absolutely filthy now as well. Wash your hair only when you absolutely need to (every 3-4 days is what I recommend, even longer than that if you can postpone it). Your hair gets greasy when not washed for the same reason your face will get oily, glands in the skin produce sebum. You want sebum to build up so it can moisten your hair and keep it from drying out, this is like a natural conditioner.

I also recommend a protein treatment for your hair as well. The accutane is sucking out all the moisture from your hair, so you're going to need to artificially put some back in. On top of this, I recommend leave in oils. Moroccan Oil is what I like to use. You only need a small amount and that full bottle has lasted me nearly two years - I use it every time I wash my hair and I absolutely love it. If you're looking for something a bit cheaper I can also recommend Morocco Oil. On top of all this, you may also want to do a deep hair conditioning 1-2 times a week. Unfortunately I have no recommendations on a product for this.

I hope your acne clears up though! Accutane was such a pain to take. It dried out my skin pretty badly when I was taking it, to the point that I just felt like stopping after a couple of months. However I didn't, kept taking it for 2 years, but my acne has not been an issue since!

I'd suggest experimenting with different shampoos. You need to try and find a good quality shampoo that it designed for oily hair. This should help to treat the smell and your oily scalp.

Are you using any other products like conditioner or hair oil? I'd suggest trying a leave in conditioner like http://www.amazon.com/HEALTHY-TRI-WHEAT-LEAVE-IN-CONDITIONER--PACKAGING/dp/B0009EXOO6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1405072139&sr=8-1

It's hard to give you much more advise without seeing what your hair looks like. I would suggest that you try what I've suggested and if it doesn't work then upload a photo here and ask for more advice! :)

I like this one: http://www.amazon.com/Bass-Brushes-Semi-Oval-Bristles/dp/B0006OU06E

Ignore the bad reviews; they were people who didn't realize that the paper label that comes attached is advertising other products. It is a very nice brush, and you can't beat the price.

[edit] I'm a guy, so I guess "styling" doesn't apply to me quite so much, but using this brush daily definitely helps distribute oils and makes my hair look a lot better. As to your other concerns, I shall allow more informed people to answer.

The tresemme could be leaving the buildup. Of course, one of the only ways to find out is to have you switch to a different, anti-sulfate brand. I personally wouldn't use anti-dandruff unless you have dry scalp problems. Here's a simple home remedy you can try. Link from wikihow.

How often do you shampoo? It's not something that should be done every day. More like, 3-4 times a week maybe. I'd be sure you're really rinsing it well. I like to take the shower head and put it right up to my roots, which helps to get all the soap out. I'd consider buying a better brand. Such as this one.

There is a great review on Amazon under LOreal quick blue bleach that explains a lot of the steps needed to go from brown to blonde but maybe there will be some helpful info for you. Also try youtube.

On mobile, tried to copy the link for the review, hopefully it worked. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000A409J8/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1494531504&sr=8-1&keywords=loreal+quick+blue+powder+bleach

http://www.amazon.com/Biosilk-Therapy-Serum-Packaging-Ounces/dp/B0007CXX82/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1347823556&sr=8-1&keywords=biosilk

I swear by this stuff...I've been using it for years. I have naturally curly hair and I've also had it chemically straightened twice. It works with wet curly hair, dry curly hair, and even on my straight hair after I flat iron it. Highly recommend it. You can get it any beauty store but I always buy the massive bottle off Amazon, more for your money :)

I have pretty dark hair (just shy of black) and although it isn't purple, I've had really good luck with this fuchsia: http://www.amazon.com/LOreal-Paris-Colour-Color-Fuschia/dp/B0013ND45G

I have the same kind of dry skin issue as you're describing and I highly recommend the Philips light touch 6 brush! Best brush ever! (I've been a hairstylist for over a decade so I've tried many brushes). I brush out my hair and then brush out my scalp (feels lovely) then shower.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000CIBVP8/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1451758425&sr=8-2&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=philips+light+touch+brush

I really like TIGI Curls Rock Amplifier, however you might find that it isn't strong enough to hold the curls / waves, seeing as you have thick hair.

You could try a sea salt spray like Paul Mitchell's one. It works very well, but your hair will feel a little 'dirty'.

The biggest thing to encourage waves at the front / sides of your hair is to dry your hair using a diffuser.

https://www.amazon.com/Hair-Book-Keeping-Advice-Girls/dp/1609587391/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1517722231&sr=8-1&keywords=american+girl+hair+book&dpID=51w%252BbkVBv3L&preST=_SY291_BO1,204,203,200_QL40_&dpSrc=srch
https://www.amazon.com/Hair-Styling-Tricks-American-Library/dp/1584850388/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1517722231&sr=8-3&keywords=american+girl+hair+book&dpID=41S4K7NuPxL&preST=_SY291_BO1,204,203,200_QL40_&dpSrc=srch
These books were great when I was growing up. They break down all the steps

Thank you! I'm looking at this one https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014AWHY2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_x5oKDbZ2PS2DS

But if you have any recommendations let me know! I havent bought anything yet and I am easily persuaded

Have this. Love it.

I use a three barrel curling iron: Revlon Jumbo 3 Barrel Hair Waver for Deep Waves https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FRWNL2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_bm.WzbQM9XCWV

Don't forget heat protectant!

1. section hair
   
2. curl
   
3. texturizing/volumizing dry shampoo on the roots (about 1.5 inches)
   
4. sprunch with very light styling mousse
   
   Hope this helps :)

That looks just like a dye I recently used in my hair:
www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00153Z3I0?pc_redir=1406519618&robot_redir=1
Splat Lusty Lavender!

I'm a stylist and I use this one. http://www.amazon.com/Hot-Tools-HT1105-Regular-Professional/dp/B0002SHUQC/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1377807043&sr=8-12&keywords=hot+tools+curling+iron
I've had it since I was in hairdressing school five years ago and I still love it, and it's still kicking through several prom and wedding seasons. it's not $10, but it's still totally affordable.

Culligan ISH 100 is what you want. Check it out:http://www.amazon.com/Culligan-ISH-100-Inline-Shower-Filter/dp/B000MVYRWE


Soften that water right up. I use this one and can attest that it works well. Cheap filters, affordable unit and the filters last about 6 months.

Cream rinse? What do you mean?

The shampoo i use is a bar, http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00028LYO6?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00