Monday, February 4, 2013

Product Review: It's a 10 Miracle Leave-In Product

Happy Monday! Back to the grind, y'all... boo!

As part of my newly declared blog posting schedule, I'm committed to doing one beauty review//endorsement per week. This week, I couldn't resist a commentary on a personal hair recommendation from my stylist... It's a 10 Miracle Leave-In Product. 



It's a fairly well known fact that blondes typically place higher in pageants... ergo, my hair has gone from dark brown to light brown to dirty blonde to platinum blonde to more platinum blonde... then recently back to dark brown. I'm finally at a point where I don't need any form of regular color treatment, but evidently my hair is still severely damaged and in  dire need of routine deep conditioning. It's a 10 does ten things instantly:


1) Repairs dry, damaged hair
2) Adds shine
3) Detangles
4) Controls frizz
5) Seals and protects hair color
6) Prevents split ends
7) Stops hair breakage
8) Creates silkiness
9) Enhances natural body
10) Flat iron spray and thermal protector 

The crazy thing? It actually does all ten of these things. It's ridiculously easy to use; after shampooing and conditioning your hair, simply spray product all over hair and comb through. I typically let mine sit for an hour or so before blow drying. Upon my very first application, my hair was noticeably silkier, healthier, less frizzy, and more voluminous. After about 3 weeks of use, I've been receiving compliments left and right on my hair, and no, I haven't gotten it done recently (Hair appointment tomorrow-- going darker AND adding extensions. Bam!). 

It's a 10 can be purchased at most chain retail stores or virtually anywhere online. I found my bottle (120 ml/4 fl oz) at Target for $17.99. It seems pricey, and I was admittedly skeptical... but it's been 100% worth it. 


Top 5 Runner-Up Hair Preservation//Conditioning Recommendations:



Leave-in treatment to repair, restore, and revitalize hair, apply prior to any heat treatment for protein protection
2. Moroccan Oil, $43.50 for 3.4oz Bottle:
Ultra-light formula which is absorbed by the hair instantly, resulting in a natural, silky finish and brilliant shine- has the ability to restore over-processed hair damaged by environmental factors and chemical procedures - also revives, hydrates and detangles hair, wigs and hair extensions
3. Matrix Biolage Fortifying Leave-In Treatment, $14.89 for 13.5oz Bottle:
Gentle detangler and instant moisturizer 
Smoothes dry, unruly hair... avoid the straightener all together 
5. Nexxus Pro-Mend Shampoo and Conditioner, $31.98 for Nexxus Hair Package:
Conceals and repairs hair by zeroing in on split ends and binding them back together

Also, if you need immediate volume and can't afford to wait the 4-5 weeks to see improvement, extensions work wonders. Whether they are clip-in (easy to use, great for one-night occasions) or sown//glued (much more uncomfortable, but last for 3-4 weeks), the immediate results are the same. I had mine glued in a week before Miss Florida, and instantly my hair was transformed into a voluminous head of dimensional//gorgeous blonde hair. 

Let me know if you have any deep conditioning//repair favorites. I love trying new products. Have a fabulous week! :) 

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44 comments:

  1. Yay! I am so happy you did a review on this product! I was skeptical about the product but I am going to run out and buy some asap! My biggest problem is static! My daughter has the same problem. I have been fighting this for years. Hopefully this product will help!
    Happy Monday!
    XO

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    1. Frizz//static are my WORST enemies, Brooke, and this stuff (so far) has worked like a charm! I'm such a fan. Just make sure you buy the smaller bottle in case it doesn't work as well on your hair. It's a 10 comes in like 17 different sizes. Have a great week! Oh, and HAPPY MONDAY! :)

      xo,
      Steph

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  2. I've heard so many awesome things about this product, but the price always held me back. I might have to look for a sale now, because it sounds awesome!

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    1. Hey Martha! I completely understand what you mean. It's a 10 comes in smaller bottles than this one, so I think you can test it for under $10. It's definitely worth it in my opinion, but make sure you like it before you buy the full size. It's pretty awesome, though; I'll be honest! Happy Monday! :)

      xo,
      Steph

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  3. Moroccan Oil is the best!!
    Check out my online beauty store: http://beautybymissash.blogspot.ca/

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    1. Moroccan Oil is ah-mazing stuff. The smell alone is enough for me, let alone its amazing hair revival capabilities. Love it!

      xo,
      Steph

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  4. My hair stylist always tells me I need some more moisture in my routine, but some of the ones I've tried make my hair look too greasy instantly! I'll give this one a shot...I too went from dirty blonde to blonder, then had an early mid life crisis (lol, not really) and went dark dark dark brown, then gradually back to blonde. My hair paid for it with the dryness. Thanks for sharing!

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    1. If anyone understands dry, damaged hair... it's me! Just make sure you spray it in before blow drying, and your problem will be solved. Totally understand the greasy hair problem, by the way; mine's the same way! Happy Monday, darling!

      xo,
      Steph

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  5. matrix Biolage leave in is one of my HG! thanks for sharing ;)

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    1. I KNOW! It's fabulous stuff. Of course, thanks for stopping by, girl! Have a great week.

      xo,
      Steph

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  6. I just finished my bottle of It's a 10! One more thing it does - smells really good!

    I, too, damaged the crap out of my hair with a recent bout of platinum. Plus, I blow out and flat iron my hair almost every day! Yikes! So moisture and repair are always needed here!

    Also, totally jelly you're getting extensions. Clamped or bonded? I want them so bad! But I decided to experiment with clip ins first. I'm over it. Want more semi-permanent ones!

    www.mommacandy.com

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    1. Hey Shauna! I used to be the same way, but my stylist scared the bajeesus out of me by telling me all my hair would fall out if I kept up that heat routine. I only wash/condition/style it 2-3 times a week, depending on my activities during the day (workout=wash hair). I'm so glad I found this stuff!

      The ones I used at Miss Florida were bonded, and while they lasted a while (2-3 weeks), they irritated my scalp SO BADLY. I'm getting clip-in ones for now, strictly cause I've heard amazing things about their ease of application//removal. I may end up reverting back to bonding, but we'll see... I'm such an extensions freak. I love them!

      So glad you stopped by! Have a fabulous week :)

      xo,
      Steph

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  7. I sweat by it's a 10 miracle leave in! Don't know how I would get a comb through my hair after a shower without it.

    xo Ashley
    http://www.ashnfashn.com

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    1. I do now, too! I'm so glad I tried it. Thanks for stopping by, girl! Have a fabulous week :)

      xo,
      Steph

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  8. I'm glad you posted this review. My hair dresser is always trying to get me to try it. I can never tell if it is a good product, or if they are just trying to "sell." I'll have to try it now :)

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    1. I know EXACTLY what you mean. I'm normally hesitant to buy products from salons, too, but my current stylist is very aware of my frugality. Plus, I never buy them from the salon directly; Amazon/Target/Walmart have way better prices! Give it a try; definitely worth it! Have a great week, Jo :)

      xo,
      Steph

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  9. I am going to look into the its a 10, I have very thin hair!~New follower from the gfc bloghop!

    xoxo_Laila

    http://www.townhousepalette.com/

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    1. Definitely worth a try in my opinion! Thanks for stopping by, Laila :) So glad to have you!

      xo,
      Steph

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  10. I need to pick some of this up! I've heard so many people rave about it!

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    1. It's amazing! I'll let you try it when I come visit you :)

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  11. I'm totally a sucker for hair stuff....I esp. like the Moroccan Oil, it really does wonders for my hair!!!

    REBECCA
    www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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    1. Moroccan Oil is FABULOUS stuff... and I could literally smell it all day. Glad you stopped by, Rebecca! Have a great week :)

      xo,
      Steph

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  12. Wow thank you for this review! I am definitely going to go buy the "It's a 10" product. Sounds like something I need for my hair!

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    1. It's wonderful! I'm such a fan. It's pricier, but you can also get the It's a 10 Leave-In Conditioner with Keratin in it... ugh, that stuff is the BEST. Thanks for stopping by, Kathryn!

      xo,
      Steph

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  13. Thanks so much for this review. I am buying this straight away! I did the exact same thing to my hair and it is so badly suffering :( I'm hoping this retsores some shine!
    I bet your extensions will look amazing :)

    http://learningtowalkintherain.blogspot.com.au/

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    1. It will! I'm serious, within one use (and I let mine sit for about an hour before blow drying) my hair was shinier, more voluminous, and less frizzy. I love this stuff! So glad you liked the review. Have a fabulous week :)

      xo,
      Steph

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  14. Hello!

    Thanks for stopping by my blog, commenting, and the follow, that was really sweet of you. Now, I'm returning the favor and I'm your newest follower:) Have a great day!


    Carissa
    Lillies & Silk

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    1. Thanks, Carissa! I appreciate it :) Have a fabulous weekend.

      xo,
      Steph

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  15. I'm not a huge hair product fan, BUT...I love, love, love it's a 10 and use it everyday!
    Great product and doesn't weigh my hair down. Amazing stuff!!!!!

    Tikaa
    www.totallytikaa.com

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    1. Right?! It's the best! And I'm the same way; I hate when products make my newly washed hair feel greasy. Kind of defeats the purpose of washing//conditioning. Glad you stopped by! Have a fabulous day!

      xo,
      Steph

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  16. I use it's a 10 Miracle every day! I love it!

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    1. Isn't it the best?! Love it, too! Have a fabulous week.

      xo,
      Steph

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  17. Hi Stephanie. Great products, which I love. As a former hair stylist, these are wonderful items to have. Very sweet blog, Stephanie.

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    1. Hey Linda! Thank you :) Let me know if you recommend anything else. I'm always willing to try stylist-approved products, especially since my hair is so damaged. Have a great day!

      xo,
      Steph

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  18. I am a huge fan of MoroccanOil!

    -Mia
    www.msmiamaree.com

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    1. That makes two of us...I'm obsessed! Have a fabulous week! :)

      xo,
      Steph

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  19. This stuff sounds great! (Please thank your stylist for me.) I've also heard that coconut oil does wonders, but I haven't tried it.
    Great review. =0)
    ~Kim
    http://2justByou.blogspot.com

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    1. I've heard the same thing! I need to try coconut oil one of these days... I'll take any conditioning I can get at this point. Glad you enjoyed it :) Have a wonderful weekend, Kim!

      xo,
      Steph

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  20. Hey there pretty girl! I'm so happy you hopped by my blog today so I could "meet" you. I'm following you now and look forward to getting to know each other better. Thanks so much for linking up this week!

    Alison
    www.getyourprettyon.com

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    1. I know! I'm so glad we're connected. Of course, thanks for having me :) Have a fabulous weekend!

      xo,
      Steph

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  21. Moroccan oil is my all time favorite and I've used Biolage for years. Lovin' your awesome blog!
    Sherry
    www.thelifeofthepartyblog.com

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    1. Thanks, Sherry! Moroccan Oil is amazing stuff, and Biolage has been my go-to brand for hair care since I started color treating. So glad you stopped by! Have a wonderful weekend.

      xo,
      Steph

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  22. I totally want to try this!!!! My hair is pretty healthy right now (thanks to the prenatal pills) but I will def need something after the baby!! Thank you for reviewing. I'm so picky and skeptical, I hardly ever give hair products a try lol.

    Happy Tuesday!

    Redheaded Daybook

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    1. Hey girl! You HAVE to give this stuff a try... I've never heard of anyone not loving it. Happy Tuesday to you, too!!!

      xo,
      Stephanie

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