{CLOSED} Zippity Doos children's daily use hair care products review and giveaway!

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Zippity Doo’s™! We look forward to working with you again! The winner is 'Jammie' - CONGRATS! Remember: There are great giveaways active on the upper right hand side of the page!

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When I was in elementary school we had mandatory school wide lice checks every semester without fail, which I absolutely hated! Thankfully I never caught head lice, and didn't know anyone who had it either. And the idea that the bugs or anything creepy crawly could possibly get in my hair grossed me out even then! Not to mention I had super long hair back then, way past my waist, and head lice would have been a guaranteed un-wanted haircut!

Here in NYC where bed bugs are becoming a pandemic, I worry about my niece, who much like me when I was her age, has very long hair, so I enlisted her help to facilitate this review!

About Zippity Doo’s™:

Benefits:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Mild and safe enough to use daily

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Natural, gentle prevention instead of harsh treatments

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -  Laboratory Tested

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -  Paraben Free

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -  SLS Free

Use Zippity Doo’s™ :

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Bath Time: Zippity Doo’s™Shampoo and Zippity Doo’s™ Conditioner as first line of defense against lice and other insects.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Every Morning: Zippity Doo’s™ Leave-In Detangler or Zippity Doo’s™ Styling Gel for an added and fresh layer of lice prevention before the kids head off to school or camp.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Daily/As Needed: Apply Zippity Doo’s™ Shield Spray on all surfaces, including hats, helmets, backpacks, pillows, bedding, toys, combs, clips, berets and other items and hair accessories that may harbor lice, nits and other insects.

My niece visited their Facebook Page after trying the products and thought it was super cool that Melanie B from the Spice Girls uses Zippity Doos in her house too! She found the smell of the shampoo a bit strong (I smelled it in the bottle before she used it, and I think she is picking up on the Tea Tree Oil) but liked the smell of the conditioner (which makes sense because the conditioner contains lavendar). Thankfully she has never had lice, and now with this prevention regimen from Zippity Doos I'm sure she never will! She also wanted you all to know that her big brother stole the hair gel! :)

My Take

I didn't personally use them, I let my niece take the entire set, she really liked it, and I'm thinking my nephew nabbing the hair gel is a good sign, he usually doesn't want to try anything with the word  'children' on it!

I did find the shampoo to have a bit of a 'medicinal' smell, but it really does dissapate quickly and if you use the conditioner right afterwards, the lavendar in the conditioner cuts the tea tree oil smell well. Tea Tree Oil is actually very good for the scalp, and is also used often in products for thinning hair as well. My sister and I both love that these products provide health benefits to the hair and scalp while helping prevent lice infestation! And the fact that they are Pediatrician Approved as well is definitely a good thing!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Zippity Doo’s™  have a very special surprise for 1 lucky winner! 1 winner will receive a prevention regimen from Zippity Doo’s™!

Don't you just ♥ Zippity Doo’s™? I know I do!

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Got Frizz? Fight the April Showers with Liqwd!

Does that sound a bit counter-intuitive?

You can actually keep the frizzies at bay with Liqwd! No, not liquid, Liqwd! Let me start by saying this review is super long over-due, but the only benefit to that is that I really got to road test the product under every weather condition imaginable!

An unprecedented capsule collection, LiQWD professional products feature exclusive Nano-Hydrasphere™ and ColorLife® Technologies. Nano-Hydraspheres™ turn vital nutrients and potent volumizers into microscopic particles capable of penetrating the hair shaft to treat and transform critical, previously unreachable, cortex layers. ColorLife® works synergistically with Nanos to lock color brilliance and essential moisture in and environmental hazards out.

I have very fine hair that is wavy and super frizz prone, which is a difficult combo to work with. Not only do the pros have trouble keeping my mane shiny and fab, I have even more trouble! I find myself in a 'hair catch 22'. Taming the frizz, sometimes causes people to use products that 'weigh' the hair down to keep frizz at bay. But with fine hair, that will end up knocking all the body out of your hair, and if the frizz products are oil based and applied from root to tip, most of us with fine hair end up with the front almost greasy looking, but the middle to the ends still dry. Not pretty!

While April will always be my favorite month of the year because it's my Birthday and the start of Spring, it's also the month where 'April Showers bring May Flowers' and while I love Flowers, I do not love April Showers! and I hate what April Showers and humidity does to my hair!

My normal response to bad hair days are to book an appointment, but right now, salon visits are not in the budget! But I do have an arsenal of hair care products that help me keep the frizz at bay between Salon Visits!

Healthy hair is  hydrated hair, so start with the Hydrating Shampoo! The ultimate, moisture-powered solution for hair that’s processed, damaged or just plain parched. The result is fresh, dynamic, treatment-ready hair. I loved the smell and the way my hair felt from the first use. I don't know about you, but I can usually tell even when my hair is still wet, how well my hair will respond to the product. These are definitely salon quality and a little product goes a long way!

Liqwd calls this "The ultimate, everyday treatment for hair that's processed, damaged or just plain parched. The result is vital, voluptuous hair that radiates health, feels phenomenal and performs to perfection." I personally see this as far from 'everyday'. It certainly rivals many 'deep conditioning' treatments I've paid for in pricey salons!

If you noticed that the Volumizing Shampoo has a slightly bigger picture, it's because it is my favorite. It provides the same 'nano-hydration' for healthy, shiny hair, but also builds the volume that my fine, frizzy, thin hair lacks! In the words of Charlie Sheen 'Duh, Winning'!

It's encouraged on their website to mix and match products across their lines to get customized results, and this definitely worked wonders for me. My best results were achieved by using the Hydrating Shampoo, the Volumizing Conditioner, and the Think Big Professional Volumizing Catalyst (if like me you have very fine, thin hair, then I would suggest using LESS than the instructions require!).

And the creative, graphic designer side of me can't help but point out how sleek and wonderfully packaged the products are!

After visiting their blog, I'd definitely love to try the LiQWD Q-Keratin Smoothing Treatment next! It is Formaldehyde and Paraben free!

You can also get social with Liqwd on Facebook HERE. Don't forget to tell them that Ascending Butterfly sent you! I am sorry I don't have a giveaway this time, but hopefully we will soon, might not hurt to mention it while you are visiting their facebook page! ;)

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Go With The New Flo! - Versatile Conical Professional Styling Tool Giveaway! Ends 12/24

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Lava! We look forward to working with you again! Our confirmed winner is 'Purango' - Congrats!  Remember: There are great giveaways active on the upper right hand side of the page!

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Ascending Butterfly Holidays Buying Guide 2010, Eighteenth Giveaway sponsored by:

Holiday parties are in full swing right now, and soon we will be preparing for the biggest party night of the year, New Year's Eve! Whether it will be sunny or snowy where you are, if you are anything like me, that is the night of the year you want to create hair 'magic'.

Not so easy to do with the wrong tools! Professional Blow Outs are super pricey, not to mention trying to get a holiday appointment is not so easy. You usually have to book well in advance! Whether it's a last minute invite or plans you made in advance, you want your hair perfect for the big night.

They say how you usher in the New Year is indicative of what the year will be like. So why not go the extra mile to make sure you have every single hair in place?

I know I will! I'm currently growing out layers and my hair is super long now. My drugstore hair dryer was on it's last legs and I was actively starting the process of researching a new one. (I knew that sound of a jet engine starting up and sputtering was a tell tale sign it was time for a new dryer).

Lava Flo - 1875 Ergo Ionic Dryer

I have to admit the packaging and the blower just yell 'high end salon', you know the one with the fancy chairs, lots of mirrors and sleek interior. The one you have to clamor for an appointment to get inside of. In fact I'm sure many of you recognize this dryer because it more than likely is the one your hairdresser uses! My drugstore blower which has now been retired can't compare to this one. It literally runs circles around my old one. First of all, long hair girls know full well just how 'hot' certain dryers get as you go along. So you'd have to turn them off for a bit, let them cool so you could get back to work. I was so happy that this one did not overheat, and while it is no light weight, it's a quality blower, it didn't require me to weight train before using it! And even though my hair is much longer than I normally keep it, it didn't take any longer with this new dryer, it was actually less time to blow it out from wet to dry!

Features

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Innovative Far-Infrared rays quickly penetrate hair to gently dry from the inside out, reducing heat damage while retaining moisture.
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 2 speeds/3 Heats including “Synthetic Hair” mode
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Ergonomically contoured handle with cushioned grip
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Continuous Negative Ion generating system
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Far-Infrared heat dries hair 3 times faster
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Ideal temperature setting for styling synthetic hair extensions
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Tourmaline airflow restores shine and controls static


 

And for the Tech Side, Lava Tech!

I don't know about you, but my inner frugalista loves finding ways to get MORE for LESS. When it comes to our tresses, it's the one place we hate being a spend thrift, even if we are on a budget. But when you get styling power AND versatility, in ONE product, you should definitely jump on it!

4 IN 1 ROTATING CERAMIC STYLER

Creates a variety of trendy styles. Tourmaline and Lava Ceramics combine for superior conditioning and performance on all hair types.

Features

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Four 1” rotating Lava Ceramic plates: Curved, Straightening, Waving and Crimping

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Tourmaline conditioning • Quick 60 second heat-up
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Power indicator light • Non slip thumb rest
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Removable styling barrels for easy cleaning
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 9-ft swivel cord • ETL listed

My Take

I love both the blower and the 4-in-1 styling tool! This blow dryer definitely dries my hair faster, which saves me time, and as we both know time is money! And the longer my hair gets, the earlier I usually have to get up to make sure it is totally dry, especially in winter. I'm very happy to get the same amount of sleep, and still get out the door on time! And the shiny, healthy looking tresses are a major BONUS!

The 4-in-1 styling tool is fantastic, I can create soft waves and get just the right amount of wave or curl on days I want to wear it curly, and when I want to wear my hair sleek and straight it handles it well too. And the pivot cord is genius, HELLO, where have you been all my life?

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Lava, want to help you make your tresses the belle of the ball this holiday season and provide one lucky winner with a versatile Conical Professional Styling Tool! Don't you just ♥ Lava? I know I do!

Since you are winning a different styling tool than I tried, I just thought I'd  provide you with details!

CERAMIC CONICAL STYLER

Innovative hair guide distributes hair evenly on heating surface and prevents it from sliding.

Features

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Creates a variety of cascading curls and waves
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Instant heat up and recovery
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Ultra smooth ceramic infused with Tourmaline
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Conditions and adds shine
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Ideal for adding volume, waves and curls

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - How to Win: (1) You must be a PUBLIC follower of Ascending Butterfly to be eligible for this and all giveaways. Indicate in your entry that you follow (if your 'comment name/user id' differs from your profile id, please let me know what name you follow under) and (2)MANDATORY entry- Visit Lava and link me to another produt you'd like to try that wasn't mentioned here! (3) You must also leave your email address somewhere in your comment. (You can format it this way for security, example: ascendingbutterfly AT mail host DOT com). (If your email is clearly visible in your profile, you can just say so, that's OK!) Please follow the easy 1, 2, 3 steps to winning! This giveaway is open to USA residents who are 18 years of age or older. No PO Boxes.

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The Best 12 Minutes I've Spent in a Long Time!

I bet that title caught your eye! LOL - I recently experienced the absolute best 12 minutes of my life in the shower! And it was my first time too! My first time using Ouidad's 12 Minute Deep Treatment Intensive Repair that is.

It was actually my first time using any product in the Ouidad haircare line! And it was 12 minutes well spent! The weather is absolutely hot, humid, muggy and sweltering here in the city. Humidity and my hair have never been best friends, until now! I've experienced a drastic reduction in humidity hair troubles since using this product. I received it about a month ago and wanted to use it a few times before posting a review on it.

I have spent years fighting with my wavy hair. Don't get me wrong, I love the waves, I just always hated the frizz. The 12 Minute Deep Treatment Intensive Repair allows me to love my hair again WITHOUT the frizz. Anything that allows you to cut back on using heat styling methods in the summer is pretty much heaven sent if you ask me! It is just too hot to have a blow dryer aimed at my head!

You can buy it directly at Ouidad's salon or website and Sephora also sells this product and they take the words out of my mouth in describing it.

What it does: Ouidad 12 Minute Deep Treatment Intensive Repair works in synergy with heat, delivering a mix of proteins and aminio acids deep into the hair cuticle for serious restructuring and rejuvenating benefits. Bounce, pulse, and luster return as hair is optimally conditioned and able to perform.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:

-Sulfates

- Synthetic Dyes

- Phthalates

- GMOs

- Triclosan

What else you need to know: A curl's tendency to lose nutrients and moisture makes this treatment the single most important step in your haircare regimen.

This one has a permanent space in my shower! And I hope to try out more products soon. (They also have a new detangling comb I have my eye on! And I had no idea they had a Pomade) I know this is usually where you are looking to see the great giveaway. and yes that's coming, but this time, directly from the company! WIN: Ouidad is hosting a Weekly Giveaway where you can win a 'Love your Curls' Starter Set HERE (Press on the word 'here' to be taken directly to the giveaway and fill out the form, remember you do not have to leave comments here to be entered, just fill out the form at Ouidad's site! However you can feel free to leave product testimonials here if you'd like!)

Ascending Butterflies being the social creatures that we are, love our social media, you can find Ouidad in all your favorite cyber places:

Ouidad on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ouidad

Ouidad on Twitter: http://twitter.com/Ouidad

Ouidad on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/398706084

Ouidad's Blog: http://blog.ouidad.com/

Don't forget to enter our current giveaways (in addition to the Ouidad Giveaway above!):

1. Enter to win the SmashBox Cosmetics Reign Eye Shadow Palette of YOUR CHOICE, Majesty or Monarch HERE

2. Don't forget to enter for a chance to win a AUTOGRAPHED copy of our book club of the month title: 'Perseverance' by Carolyn Rubenstein. You can enter for the book HERE

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A head's up for all my fab Blonde Readers

Just thought I'd give all the Blonde Ascending Butteflies out there a head's up that 'The Product Pasha' is offering her readers an amazing prize package which includes: Redken Blonde Glam haircare line, Extreme Iron Repair, Spray Starch 15, Outshine 01 Anti-Frizz Polishing Milk and Quick Dry 18 Instant Finishing Spray!

Go visit her HERE to enter! (or you can press the graphic!)

And don't forget we are hosting an Emily Elizabeth Butterfly Kisses Lariat Necklace Giveaway right here on Ascending Butterfly, press HERE to be directed to it!

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