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Gym to Work in 5 Minutes (Flat)
Let the Sweat Dry (Yep, Really) Youāre probably going to cringe a littleā¦But trying new things is part of the deal here, so let me just hold your hand through this next part: Let. The. Sweat. Dry. Seriously. Itās a salty liquid, basically natureās sea salt spray. It gives your hair some texture. Look at you, moving your body and creating a Good Ass Hair Day. Hell yeah! š If thatās not your thing⦠Totally get it. If youāre not into walking into work with damp, sweaty hair, just grab your blow dryer and give it a quick pass. Once your hair is dry: Add dry shampoo to soak up any oil Brush it through Add whatever product youāre into, hairspray, texturizer, pomade, whatever fits Style it your way Half-up, all the way up, left down⦠do what feels good and makes you feel like you. Then head out and do your thing, knowing your hair looks great because you worked with it, rather thanĀ washing the life out of it. Proud of you.Ā And if this partās still stressing you out, send me a message.Ā Weāve got this. š
Apprendre encore plusThe Dirty Truth About Dry Shampoo (And Why Weāre Totally Here for It).
Does Dry Shampoo Actually Clean Your Hair? Absolutely not. But no one needs to know that. Weāve got things to do, and washing our hair doesnāt always make the list. Plus, freshly washed hair never looks as good as day 4, 5, or even 6 hair. Thatās a hill Iāll die on. š«” Our Good Ass Hair Day Dry Shampoo (OG) has a magical little mix of starches, clays, and vanilla essential oil. It soaks up oil, tones down the grime, and leaves just enough scent to keep things fresh, even if youāve been dodging wash day all week. Is it actually cleaning your scalp? No. Is it giving you another 48 hours of good-ass volume and zero judgment? Yes. If youāre feeling like a million bucks, who cares what anyone thinks about your hair routine? Your scalp, your rules. āØš«¶š» Ā
Apprendre encore plusWhat the Hell Is a Shampoo and Conditioner Stick? Let Me Tell Ya.
I was on a flight to Mexico in January 2024 when I realized I forgot to pack shampoo and conditioner. Great. Now Iām not only beating up my hair with salt water, blazing sun, and ocean breeze, but I have to wash it with garbage hotel shampoo and conditioner? Love that for me. 𤦠And honestly, transferring liquid products into small travel bottles, stuffing them into a plastic bag, and hoping they donāt explode? Major pain. So⦠at 30,000 feet, Iām thinking to myself: Shampoo bar, but better. Letās stick it in a deodorant container. Make it easy to travel with, easy to use, and NOT some slimy, disintegrating lump sitting on the shower sill. Fast forward a year and a half... Weāve got what we now call Rootinā for You and Thirst Trap. Good Ass Hair Dayās very own Shampoo + Conditioner Stix. Total travel game changers. Bonus: theyāre way better for the environment.Ā (Did I mention theyāre refillable!?) Save my contact for 2026, because these are the stix of 1,000 swipes.Yep, we tested it. And we can safely say it takes at least 1,000 swipes to get through one. You'd better book some trips and get swiping. How to Use Them: For the Shampoo:Stick in one hand, rub with the other. Swipe, swipe, rub. Work it through your whole head until youāve got enough suds to get down to the scalp. Rinse thoroughly and repeat. If you're a dry shampoo lover (ehm, me), you know the deal: double š cleanse š. Iāve got like 7 days of gunk in there by the time Iām washing, no shame. For conditioner:Tilt your head to the side and only apply to your mids and ends.Ā Run a soft-bristled brush (hi, Ergo mini brush š¤) or a comb through your hair while the conditioner is in, so youāre not yanking through tangles later. And⦠wa-la. š Ā
Apprendre encore plusThe Refill Thatās Changing the Dry Shampoo Game (And Saving the Planet, Too)
A Refill for Your Dry Shampoo Bottle!? Yeahhh baby. When you know better, you do better, and now that I know refills are possible, weāre reducing plastic waste and doing our part for Mother Earth. One poof at a time. Once your bottleās down to about a ½ inch of product, youāll probably notice itās not poofing like it used to. Thatās your cue to refill. A few things to keep in mind: Donāt overfill. The pump needs space to work. If itās packed too tight, it canāt do its poofin' magic. Our refill pouches hold a bottle and a half of product. Theyāre only $17, which, compared to most aerosols, is a freakin' steal. And the best part? Youāre reducing waste without giving up your good-ass hair days. Want to make refilling even easier? Grab one of our refill funnels.
Apprendre encore plusUpdate About The Eclective!
We're less than one month away from our Grand Opening Weekend, and things areĀ finally starting to take shape. Over the past few weeks, I've been thrifting fixtures, tables, shelving, and a couple of vintage hutches to bring The Eclective's 2,300 square feet of possibility to life. A space this size can feel overwhelming, but by taking intentional steps toward the vision each day, I trust it will all come together beautifully.Ā Along the way, we've started connecting with incredible local consigners, makers, and artists who truly fit The Eclective's vibe. We can't wait to start receiving their pieces and begin merchandising the shop. If you're local and interested in consigning, email us at theeclective@agoodassday.com. We'd love to hear from you! Upcoming Classes Education and creativity are a huge part of what we're building here. For salon professionals: Our very first class is on the books! The Art of the Blow Dry⢠will be taught by a stylist from ERGO Tools, guiding a group of 10 stylists through the best techniques for achieving a flawless blowout. Find all the details and register on our website. For everyone else: Don't worry, there's plenty for you too! I'll be offering braiding and haircare classes (stay tuned for dates and registration info). We're also dreaming up community workshops, like pottery painting and sushi-making nights. While those details are still in the works, we're excited to keep exploring creative ways to bring people together in the space. __________________________________________________________________________ Join Us for the Grand Opening We'd love for you to be part of our big moment! Mark your calendars and join us for our ribbon-cutting and grand opening celebrations. Check out our Facebook Event for more information!Ā š Ribbon Cutting Ceremony | Thursday, October 23 at 4 PM š Grand Opening Festivities |Ā Friday, October 24, 10 AM - 6 PM and Saturday, October 25, 9 AM - 6 PM š 403 Water St, Eau Claire, WI We can't wait to welcome you in and celebrate this new chapter together!
Apprendre encore plusBad Hair Day? Blame Your Shingles
Like shingles on a roof⦠Did you know, the cuticle of your hair looks similar to shingles on a roof? That is one bit of information that I think about at least weekly. Something my Phase 1 cosmetology school teacher, Lyndon, taught me that I'll never forget, and it's something you should know too, because it can help you have better hair!Ā No one wants ruffled-up shingles on their house (leakage) or their hair (frizz, damage).Ā Things you can do to get ruffled shingles include getting your hair bleached, having wet hair, blow-drying without intention, and sometimes even just having hair can be enough (everyone uses different products and has different routines). Yay!Ā I shared in a TikTok video that if you aren't blow drying your hair to 100% dry, you're doing it wrong. When hair is wet, the shingle is open and your hair won't be smooth. Or, if you're blow-drying with your hair flying all over, it's essentially providing a tornado for your locks. Yikes, time for damage control.Ā This is why silk pillowcases became so popular: to prevent ruffling the shingles. This is why smoothing your hair in one direction while blow drying is important, so as not to ruffle the shingles. This is why it's important to see a trusted stylist, so they don't blow your shingles off if you're lightening your hair.Ā If your hair is naturally curly, it tends to be more dry (I don't make the rules), but you most likely lean towards a shampoo and conditioner for dry hair, that's great! A drink for your hair is helping to close the shingles! If your hair has been lifted (bleached), you are probably using products geared toward damage control. Wahoo! You're helping to close the shingles! If your hair is limp, maybe you use a volumizing shampoo and conditioner and then follow it up with more volume products and a blow drying session with your head upside down, a paddle brush, and intentional movement to close the shingles! YAAASSS! I hope that this little shingle-smoothing run-down has found you having a good ass day, and helps you get one or even 2 steps closer to your own Good Ass Hair Day!Ā
Apprendre encore plusThe Quick (and Clean) Guide to Dry Shampooing Like a Pro
"If youāve ever thought dry shampoo just doesnāt work for you⦠Thereās a chance youāre doing it wrong. No shade. Just facts." Welcome to the no-fluff, step-by-step guide to getting the most out of your dry shampoo. From wash day to day 7, hereās how to make it actually work for you, chaotic schedule and all. Step 1: Wash Day (Like, Actually Wash) Detox, cleanse, shampoo, whatever your method is, start there. And yep, you need to shampooĀ twice. If you donāt wash your hair often (I go 7 days with zero shame), youāve got more crusties and critters in there than you'd think. So hop to it.Ā Step 2: Condition Only Where It MattersĀ Apply conditioner from mid-strand to ends, NOT your scalp. We donāt need to give it any more reasons to get oily. 𤦠Step 3: Detangle While Itās Wet While the conditionerās in, grab a wide-tooth comb or a soft brush (I swear by the Ergo mini paddle) and gently brush through your mid-lengths and ends. Why? So when youāre out of the shower, all you have to do is gently squeeze out the water, not rip through tangles like you're being timed. Step 4: Towel, Please Wrap it up and wait. You want your hair about 80% dry before touching it with heat or product. Why? Because most styling products are water-based. If your hairās still soaking, youāre just diluting them. Plus, why blow dry longer than you have to? Let that hair air out while youāre doing your skincare routine, brushing your teeth, putting on lotion, time management, baby. Step 5: Blow Dry Like a Boss Now that youāre 80% dry and product-ed up (with a volumizer, smoother, or whatever your thing is), grab your paddle brush and blow dryer. Flip your head over or to the side. Work from the root to the ends. Keep going ātil itās 100% dry. No half-damp roots here. Step 6: Enter Dry Shampoo (Before It Gets Greasy) Dry shampoo goes in when your hair is clean, not as a last resort. Weāre staying ahead of the oil, not chasing it. Start above your ears and section your way up to your partābut donāt apply directly on your part. Go just underneath (¼ to ½ inch). Repeat on the other side, then section from the nape of your neck up to the crown. Brush it through. Massage it in. Or do both. Why not on the part? Because nobody wants to deal with a dry shampoo glob to the face. Step 7: Ride the Good Hair Day Wave Thatās it. Youāre set. Hereās how I usually roll: Day 1ā2: Straight or natural. Day 3ā4: Wave or curl your hair. Day 5ā6: Messy bun or claw clip chic. Each day: Add more dry shampoo, maybe a little spray wax, texture spray, heat protectant, whatever feels right. Restyle as needed. And yes, always more dry shampoo, even just around the hairline. Your hairās different from mine, and everyone else's. Do what works for you. If youāre still figuring it out, send me a message. Or throw it in a messy bun. Or rock a hat. We love options. Iām cheering for you and your good ass hair days. š
Apprendre encore plusOG vs. DK: Choosing the Right Dry Shampoo for Your Hair
If only it were a simple, straightforward answer. Which it could be, but I have a few things to say first! When GAHD was launched, we offered the OG, which is scented with vanilla, and we ran with it. 300 bottles gone in the first 3 days!Ā The feedback was amazing and our people were raving⦠even those with BLACK hair! Wow! A white powdered dry shampoo that humans with dark hair were loving. I really and truly would not fib about this. I was so happy to hear it! Six months went by, and we started to get some people who wanted something tinted, so I started formulating.Ā Got it!Ā Launched it,Ā Faaack, people are saying it smells! (It was the cacao).Ā Pull it! Back to formulatingā¦it took me months, but I was finally happy with it, and that is the dark formula we have today.Ā This all goes to say that you can't really go wrong in choosing which one is right for you. Maybe your hair is in the middle between blonde and brunette, but you don't like the smell of vanilla, so get dark! Perhaps vanilla is your favorite scent, but your hair is on the darker side. Get the OG!Ā Then refer to my many videos(& blog posts) about application! It's the most important thing about using dry shampoo, HANDS DOWN!Ā Don't be complaining about a white cast if you're applying like a wild animal.Ā Questions, comments, concernsā¦reach out!
Apprendre encore plusPump Problems? Here's How to Fix a Stuck Dry Shampoo Dispenser
When Your Dry Shampoo Pump Isn't Poofin' ā Here's What to Do Starting your day with a glob of dry shampoo in the wrong spot⦠or worse, no poof at all? Yeah, thatās not the vibe. We get it, you're trying to extend time between washes, rock thatĀ non-toxic hair care routine, and have a Good Ass Hair Day without a battle first thing in the morning. So letās talk about what to do when yourĀ non-aerosol dry shampoo pump is acting up. First things first, weāre a small business, and weāre committed to helping you feel confident AF with the hair on your head (and the powder in your bottle). Every product we make is tested and designed to support yourĀ eco-conscious beauty routine, but sometimes even our magical poofers need a little troubleshooting. Weāve got your back with a 90-day pump guarantee. If itās been less than 90 days since you ordered, email us at hello@agoodassday.com with your order number, current mailing address, and what platform you ordered from (TikTok, website, or Etsy). Weāll ship you a replacement faster than you can say āclean beauty brand.ā If youāre past that 90-day mark, donāt stress. We've got a video on how to unclog your poofer (you can watch it [here]). Take the pump apart, give it a solid clean-out, and once itās back in the bottle, shake and poof again. Youād be surprised how many times a little love gets that dry shampoo routine back in action. Still no luck? Weāve got replacement pumps available right on our website so you can get back to spraying your roots like the eco-friendly hair care queen you are. No need to ditch your bottle or toss your goals of a zero-waste hair routine, weāre here to make sure youāre always just a poof away from your nextĀ Good Ass Hair Day.
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