Living Proof Restore Dry Scalp Treatment review

I have very quickly become a huge fan of Living Proof hair care and have over the past few months enjoyed making my way through a selection of products.  Living Proof has taken it upon themselves to solve the root causes of everyone’s top hair concerns: frizz, damage, and fullness to name just a few and their team of stylists and scientists analyzed 100s of competitive products that have been on the market the last 30 years and what they found was that the traditional beauty industry relies on heavy silicones that mask hair symptoms but don’t really solve them.

New to the range is Restore Dry Scalp Treatment (£25) and one that I was incredibly excited to try because whenever I am stressed or feeling run down, one of the first places this shows is with my scalp which becomes really dry and flaky.

It is claimed that new discoveries in wellness have uncovered that balancing the body's microbiome is key to wellbeing. It's not just about your gut - the same is true of your skin and this includes your scalp. We all spend a lot of time and money ensuring our hair looks and feels good, for many of us, our hair is our pride and joy, but just how much thought is given to your scalp and how it is feeling?

Living Proof claim that if you suffer from a dry flaking scalp which results in itching and irritation, which mine often does, then there are very few products on the market that can help you deal with the problem. For years I was told to just use an anti-dandruff shampoo and it would cure the problem, but that was never my issue. It was actually through a skin scan at a blog event that we found the issue to my scalp problems.

Restore Dry Scalp Treatment gives both instant hydration and lasting relief from all of the problems listed above.  This product is a leave-in treatment which uses a breakthrough Vitamin B3 based microbiome balancing complex with clinically proven actives that work to balance your scalp's natural ecosystem for long-term relief. A scalp microbiome is the microorganism environment profile on the surface of your scalp which contains both good and bad bacteria. It is the balance of good and bad bacteria that has an effect on your scalp condition.

Designed to be used three times a week, this fast-absorbing lightweight product uses a hyaluronic acid based Molecular Patch delivers instant soothing and sustained hydration to the scalp.  Thankfully it is also incredibly easy to use, more so thanks to the nozzle feature at the end of the tube.

To use, your hair needs to be clean, damp and towel-dried and then, sectioning your hair, which I find easier with a comb than a brush, the advice is to divide your hair into six sections across the front of your scalp and then four across the back for easy and precise application.  Once your hair has been sectioned, it is easy to apply the product directly to the scalp and then massage it in, as this is a leave-in treatment, you don't need to wash it out, you can style your hair as you usually would do and leave the treatment to work its magic.

This has been an absolute godsend for me.  Having had the worst chest infection I have had in years with an added cough and cold, not to mention being in the middle of 4 work projects which all came to fruition at the same time, the heat was on to get everything finished whilst feeling like death - I managed it but, the chest infection took longer to clear than it should have done, then I managed to get acute bacterial conjunctivitis and am now awaiting an MRI Scan on my ankle almost a year on from when I managed to snap ligaments and so on... as you can imagine, life has been quite testing and my scalp is the one to suffer.  So with a dry, itching scalp right at the back of my head and then down the middle of my parting, I followed the advice given from Living Proof and within just 5 weeks, my scalp was back to its normal self, no irritation, no flaking and no excess dryness on my scalp.

Priced at £25 here*, Restore Dry Scalp Treatment is cruelty-free, free from parabens, phthalates and silicone and is safe for use on colour and chemically treated hair.

Have you tried anything from Living Proof?

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Glossybox Holiday Haul - July Edition

July has finally arrived and as a July baby, it is naturally my favourite month of the year, but it also means warmer weather, BBQs, a glass of cider over ice and of course Holidays.  Whether you have a sunny beach holiday booked or are enjoying this amazing weather we have here in the UK and will be partaking in a staycation, Glossybox has put together a 'Holiday Edit' for their July box.

This months box is filled with five holiday essentials which cover the categories of skin, hair and makeup.  Alongside these essentials, Glossybox has also hidden 20 tickets which will give the lucky winners wither a Figleaves voucher or a Skinnydip voucher worth £30!

The first item out of my box comes from one of my favourite brands Omorovicza. The Cleansing Foam, which is suitable for all skin types and its job is to help clear congestion, combat dryness and soothe sensitivity without stripping the skin.  

Using its unique Hydro Mineral Transference system that delivers targeted minerals deep into the skin, a feature of most Omorovicza products, you will also find Copper gluconate which is responsible for the turquoise tint, works to clear the pores and detoxify, white lupin revitalises and apple pectin provides long-lasting hydration and suppleness.

The second product is the Palmers Natural Bronze Body Lotion and it is described as being a product to help build and maintain a natural looking tan. Using a combination of pure Cocoa Butter which is a rich natural moisturiser that leaves skin soft and silky, transforming even the roughest, driest areas into buttery soft skin alongside Vitamin E which is a powerful antioxidant that helps improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks and imperfections on the skin, giving a more even and toned appearance. 

Naturally coming from Palmers, this lotion smells just absolutely incredible too. Easy to use, you only need to apply it to the skin once a day.

A product which probably needs very little introduction is Moroccanoil and this treatment. Infused with antioxidant-rich Argan Oil and radiance-enhancing vitamins, this treatment nourishes and conditions hair, whilst restoring each strand from root to tip. It also has a whole host of benefits which include speeding up drying time, taming frizz and flyaways, repairing split ends, and restoring that mirror-like shine. 

I love that you can apply it to damp towel dried hair which then helps with detangling or on dry hair to help with styling and finishing. 

Next is the Tea Tree & Witch Hazel Charcoal Purifying Sheet Mask.  Described as being a gentle yet effective Purifying Sheet Mask, it contains Tea Tree Oil and skin calming Witch Hazel in conjunction with activated Charcoal, to help you maintain clear, smooth and healthy looking skin. 

I love a good sheet mask and especially one which doesn't leave the skin feeling dry and taut.  You only need to leave it on your skin for 15 minutes, so it isn't too much of your time if you are in a rush.

The final product within the box is Bloom Mascara by Manna Kadar.  I have got to know Manna Kadar via Glossybox and this mascara is described as having a cutting-edge wand with reservoirs of mascara between each individual groove. It has a hydrating formula which ensures clump-free lashes.

I am really picky when it comes to mascara and I have to admit, I was apprehensive about this wand because it looks incredibly clumpy, but, once you use it on your lashes, it is hydrating, it doesn't clump and it doesn't flake. The formula isn't too wet and I have grown to like the spiral-shaped wand.

For me, Glossybox has once again put together an incredible box, perfect for holidays with the products included.  As always you can subscribe to Glossybox right here and if you use the code BQUEEN20 you can get yourself 20% off that first box! 

Sneak Peak - August is the birthday month for Glossybox and that box will include Huda Beauty!

*this post contains PR samples and/or Affiliate Links unless indicated otherwise - you can learn more on my Disclaimer page.