Fresh Sake Hair Cream

Sake may be rough on the liver, but it's glorious on the hair. Fresh Sake Hair Cream defines hair and controls frizz, sans any greasiness or stiffness.

Infused with a sharp citrus scent, the cream smells uniquely good. Jojoba, olive and grapeseed oil moisturize hair along with persimmon and sunflower extract. Proteins and amino acids from the sake strengthen hair. A special anti-inflammatory root extract, gotu-kola, promotes healthy hair lipid formation.

This cream can be used on wet or dry hair to add texture, hydration and shine to straight or curly styles. I'm loving the definition and frizz control it gives me, without weighing my hair down.

Lately my routine has been to work a quarter-sized amount of the cream through my damp hair, then in the morning spritz with my dream curls and finish with another smaller dollop of cream for further definition. Using the right amount on my damp hair was a bit of trial and error--it's better to err on the side of less cream.

Fresh Appleseed Resurfacing Kit

A fabulous girlfriend of mine recently gave me the Appleseed Resurfacing Kit by Fresh, and I think I owe her a fruit basket now!

The three-step kit includes an activator, peel and soother. The activator loosens dead skin cells and preps the face for the peel. The peel, a blend of glycolic acid and citrus Alpha Hydroxy Acids, removes dead and damaged skin cells while delivering antioxidants, vitamin C and fatty acids to the skin. The soother hydrates the skin with its time-release ceramides, hyaluronic spheres and lipid restoration protein.

In just under 10 minutes, the whole process can be completed. This kit leaves my face looking fresh and bright. I think the results would be even more impressive for someone who doesn't use AHAs on regular basis like I do. I love how I can feel the peel step tingling enough to know it's working, but it's not so intense that I'm worried I'll end up burning off my face. The soother step makes my skin feel super conditioned. The directions recommend following up the soother step with a moisturizer, but my face feels hydrated enough from the final step. I skip my usual night treatment and just sleep with the soother on so as not to irritate my skin.

This peel can be used 1-2 times per week, or in other words, an apple peel a week keeps the dermatologist away!