My Quest to Resurrect Brittle, Bleached Hair
At the start of the year, I made the decision to lighten my naturally dark hair, opting for subtle caramel brown tones. To ensure a professional result and avoid a potential at-home disaster, I placed my trust entirely in the hands of my hairdresser.
While I adored my new, lighter look, the bleaching and colouring process came with a significant downside. My hair was left looking dull and feeling dry and brittle, a problem that persisted despite my regular salon appointments. Desperate to inject some life and shine back into my parched locks, I turned to Give Me Cosmetics The Full Haircare Set.
Putting the Seven-Piece Kit to the Test
This rejuvenating gift set is a comprehensive collection. Valued at £67.93, it is typically sold for £34.99 but has been slashed to an impressive £19.99 for the Black Friday sales period. The kit includes seven full-sized products: a detangling brush, shampoo, conditioner, hair mask, leave-in conditioning cream, heat defence spray, and a serum.
Given that I wash my hair twice weekly, this set promises to last for months. All the products are infused with nourishing argan oil and coconut oil, natural ingredients known for their intense hydrating properties. The packaging is vibrant and thoughtfully designed, making it stand out from typical high-street offerings.
The first product I tried was the detangling brush, which effectively cleansed my scalp before washing, removing dry skin and product residue. Moving to the in-shower routine, the Argan Oil and Coconut Oil Shampoo has a pleasant, subtle bubble gum scent. Being paraben-free, it doesn't lather as much as traditional shampoos, but it leaves hair feeling clean without stripping it.
The true standout for me was the Argan Oil and Coconut Oil Conditioner. It boasts the thickest formula I have ever encountered, and my straw-like ends absorbed it hungrily. In contrast, the Argan Oil and Coconut Oil Hair Mask—the same product Emma Bunton swore by during lockdown—has a surprisingly thinner consistency. It's designed to be used on dry hair for several hours. While it's a customer favourite and also loved by Michelle Keegan, I personally found the conditioner more impactful for my hair's needs.
The Verdict: A Hydration Hero for Damaged Hair
The kit is rounded out with a leave-in repair cream, a heat defence spray, and a thick serum where a little goes a long way. After several uses, I can confidently say this is one of the best haircare ranges I have used all year.
It is incredibly hydrating and nourishing, making it an absolute blessing for anyone with coloured, bleached, or heat-damaged hair. The transformation in my hair's texture and appearance was remarkable. The set offers such exceptional value that I plan to purchase a few more at the discounted price to give as Christmas gifts.
Pros:
- Deeply nourishing and hydrating
- Products are clearly labelled
- Attractive packaging
- All products are full-sized
Cons:
- Shampoo doesn't lather heavily
- Hair mask has a thinner consistency than expected
