#SCENTsational Saturdays- Dry Hair & Scalp Needs Moisture

A while back I posted about how every shampoo and conditioner I use breaks my scalp out and I couldn't seem to find a combination that worked and yet still made me feel "like the heroine" of my love story. Well, I think I've discovered the secret.

For years, I've had very think, coarse, oily hair, so I normally bought shampoo for normal to oily hair types. That's all well and good, but I do believe that as we age, things about us must age and change as well. My hair has, as I've discovered. Yes, the "dandruff" shampoo works to keep my scalp from breaking out in sores, but I found that wasn't always helpful either.

And then one day it occurred to me as I was looking through shelf after shelf of shampoos and conditioners and treatments, what if I've used the ones that "strip" the oils and moisture from my hair and scalp all these years, in fact creating the need for something specifically aimed at people with DRY hair.

I mean, after all, my hair was no longer limp and greasy a day after shampooing. No, it was wild and frizzy and utterly out of my control. I really had become Rosanne Rosannadanna, as I'd been teased by my parents in my childhood. What if I had misdiagnosed my hair type all these years?

So instead of grabbing the next normal to oily product, I reached instead for Suave Professionals Almond & Shea Butter- for moisturizing the dryness away. And guess what? It worked. I've almost used up both bottles and have yet to have any sores break out in my head. Granted, my ears are dry, but not sure I can blame that on the shampoo and conditioner or just this hot hot dry weather we've had this summer.

Regardless, I've found that switching my type of shampoo needs has made a drastic improvement to my hair. Not only do I not have sores, but my hair is smoother and more manageable and I know I sound like a commercial, but I'm actually just tickled that I figured what the issues was with my shampoo. Here's hoping that this continues to be a good solution to the problem and it was a cheaper solution than I had thought it would be.

Have a SCENTsational Saturday!

#SCENTsational Saturdays- Johnson's Softwash

I have such a hard time finding body washes that don't irritate my skin. I want to smell good and feel good, but at what cost?

One body wash I have found that isn't too bad is Johnson's Softwash that I buy for my daughter. It has a very light fragrance and it does moisturize my skin, leaving it smooth rather than dry and itchy. And it lathers good. That's always a plus.

(from the back of the bottle)

Johnson's Softwash

24 Hour Moisturizing Wash

Johnson's- the brand that nurtured you as a baby, as developed a body care line to nurture you again. Johnson's best understands the difference between baby and adult skin and what it takes to keep skin beautifully baby soft,, so they created this rich moisturizing wash enriched with 1/3 creamy lotion. with continued use, it is clinically shown to moisturize skin for 24 hours after you cleanse. The moisturizing wash, with its soft fresh scent, transforms into a creamy, comforting lather that nurtures your skin, then rinses clean for touchable, lasting baby softness. So everyday you can nurture your skin and your senses as you cleanse, for beautiful lasting baby softness.

What body wash is your favorite? Do you have sensitive skin? Anything special you use?

Hope you have a SCENTsational Saturday!

#SCENTsational Saturdays- Favorite #Lotions

My favorite lotion is Jergen's Original Scent, with its cherry-almond hydrators and rich moisturization, its my go-to lotion I can rely on to soften my skin, time after time.

I've tried different styles of Vaseline Intensive Care, but none do so well as Jergen's, which is probably why I keep coming back to it. that and its wonderful fragrance, which reminds me a lot of my Cherry Vanilla perfume.

It's also a comforting reminder of my childhood that makes me feel safe and taken care of because it reminds me of my mom. She used this lotion when I was young and it's scent reminds me of home and family, of love and care in a warm way that makes me feel good and leaves my skin nourished and healthy.

Now, I do like this brand I get at Wal-Mart- if you want very thick, buttery lotion, try one of the bodycology body cream. The one pictured here is Vanilla Buttercream. It smells like thick delectable vanilla frosting and a little dab will do you. This one is especially good for hydrating and moisturizing your legs and armpits after you shave.

Stick around and tell me- What's YOUR favorite lotion?

Have a SCENTsational Saturday!