Hair's the Scoop

I recently tried one of my favorite holiday shower gels as a shampoo... And, much to my surprise, it did more for my hair than many of the salon products I've tested!

Philosophy's deliciously scented Gingerbread 3-in-1 Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath leaves my locks feeling wonderfully soft (without weighing them down), and their moisturizing formula imparts a beautiful, healthy-looking brilliance to boot.

Gingerbread can also help curb those holiday sugar cravings as it smells as scrumptious as the real thing, sans the calories. Now if that's not a reason to try this multi-tasking wonder, I don't know what is.

Philosophy Gingerbread 3-in-1 Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath, $16. Available at Philosophy.com.

No matter how cool the brand, hair care gift sets are generally more functional than they are fabulous. That is, until now...

Bumble & bumble's new holiday collection excites the eyes as much as it can assist that certain someone in their quest for perfect tresses. Each 'bauble' is composed of a must-have trio of bestsellers, as well as a set of vibrant hair accessories.

Seeking a stocking stuffer? Try their Bandball of colorful hair elastics, which is sure to brighten anyone's day. (They've certainly made my life easier, as finding a band was always such a mission before this brilliant little ball!)

Available now:

Gentle Box
w/Gentle Shampoo, Super Rich Conditioner & Styling Lotion
Luxurious cleansing and conditioning formulas for chronically parched and chemically addicted hair. Styling Lotion offers gentle control and added conditioning. Also includes a Bb.Bandwheel of 30 vibrant elastics. $50.

Creme de Coco Box
w/Creme de Coco Shampoo, Creme de Coco Conditioner & Brilliantine
This cleansing and conditioning duo takes unusual advantage of this hairy fruit by incorporating coconut oil in its purest form to condition and restore moisture. Brilliantine adds extra sheen and definition. Also includes a Bb.Pinwheel of 30 bobby pins. $50.

Bb.Bandball
A ball of cheer that’s not only decorative but useful, boasting 100 bright elastics. $20.

Visit BumbleandBumble.com for additional details.

Happy shopping!