Since the start of the new year, swimming in the morning has become part of my routine. Wake up when it's still dark out, put my bathing suit on under my clothes and head out to the local community pool. Before I know it I've plunged into the pool and spend the next half and hour keeping my head above water. When I'm finished, I can be guaranteed of two things. 1/ I will smell like chlorine and 2/ My hair will need some intense love.

Ojon Restorative Hair Treatment. Designed to repair damaged hair and help prevent future breakage, it leaves my hair manageable, with great body, texture and shine. And no hint of chlorine!

I've been converted. And to be honest, I have NO idea what took me so long, but me and MorrocanOil... we're a thing now. Although the MorrocanOil line has expanded to include everything from hair spray to ceramic brushes to repair masks (which honestly is like a dream come true), but my heart lies with the original. Thick enough to not make a mess when you're applying it, the oil is immediately sucked into the hair cuticles and leaves my locks soft - which doesn't happen very often to be honest. The newest addition to the MorrocanOil family is the Curl Control Cream and I have no doubt that it can deliver.

  A few months ago, after years and years of resisting temptation, I purchased my first ever heat styling product – a 400-degree ceramic flat iron. The reason I had abstained from heat stylers for so long was partially because I was petrified of what they would do to my hair. My locks are naturally very thin, prone to fly-aways and very dry and brittle at the ends. I knew I needed a good styling cream to protect my h  air from heat damage before I could go crazy with my new flat iron. Thankfully, I got my hands on the Morrocanoil Hydrating Styling Cream at around the same time, and it changed my hair forever! The smell is divine and the rich, argan oil based cream provided instant hydration and gloss. It even tamed all my fly-aways. The best part? Three months of heavy-duty heat styling later and my hair looks healthier than it ever did.

Kevin Murphy Powder Puff

It seems almost unimaginable: little magic crystals that feel like powder have the ability to make limp hair come alive with the touch of your hand. But trust me, this little baby pink beauty bomb from Kevin Murphy is no lie. It'll take your locks right past luscious to luxurious. 

According to the man himself, tap the powder in at the roots, activate it with your hands/finger tips to give lift, and watch your hair grow into heights you'd always dreamed of. It has a dry matte texture, is weightless and is now the secret weapon of fine haired girls the world over.

Sally Hershberger Hyper Hydration Shaping Cream

Like with travel and fashion and food... and pretty much everything, I'm game when it comes to my hair. Cut it off, grow it long, colour it fire engine red, chemically straighten it, embrace the curl, use $1.50 product, but the most expensive hair cremes with the promise of moisture and forgo lunch for a week... I've done it all. But overtime I've grown less patient. The thrill is no longer in the chase and the half used bottles of conditioner and stylers call to me from their beauty closet graveyard reminding me of the fortunes spent and ultimately lost on products that did not deliver on their promise.

But... after last weekend's Murale and Sally Hershberger event for the Toronto International Film Festival, my hope is renewed!

Not surprisingly, Sally Hershberger has once again has a solution for a common hair problem - moisture loss! And for a frizzy haired gal, a solve for under $15 is like a gift from heaven. New Sally Hershberger Hyper Hydration Shaping Cream seems to have it all with its' triple butter complex of macadamia nut, cocoa and shea butters. It's promise? Instant frizz-free results, healthy looking hair and locks that are easy to shape and style. The bonus? It smells great! And, so far, so good!

Shu Uemura Tasai Cream

Like most curly haired women, I find the search for the right products to tame the mane challenging. The hair is not only difficult to control, but often the complete opposite of oily... dry & frizzy! Because of the shape of the hair follicle, shaft and the way our sebaceous glands distribute oil, we rely on the kindness of well researched, innovative styling products to keep our locks looking good. That's where Shu Uemura's new Art of Hair line comes in.

There are a multitude of lines for diverse hair needs, but my personal favourite styling product is sleek, sexy and keeps my curls, anyway I want them. Shu Uemura Tasai Cream contains imperial black sugar and adapts to any hair type and style. Including mine!

Kiss My Face, natural body care

For a nearly a year I was a slave to an expensive salon shampoo that promised to strengthen and thicken my hair. The opposite ended up happening and when I couldn’t stand my strands splitting and breaking apart any longer, I found Kiss My Face. Since switching to their Miss Treated Shampoo and Conditioner a month ago, my hair has gained shine and strength back.

Though the shampoo and conditioner is my absolute fave, Kiss My Face offers more than organic shampoo. From lip balm to tooth paste and deodorant to shaving cream, this brand's main focus is to offer all natural and organic products. They are one of the only companies in their field who are still owned and operated by the original individuals who are in-tune with living an all natural lifestyle.

I can not say enough good things about their fabulous, all natural products.