Outer Packaging
I recently received the MythicOil to trial from L’OrealProfessionnel and have given it a good work out over the past four weeks,so I decided it might be worthwhile sharing my appraisal. ;) Thislow-down will hopefully be useful for my fellow fine-haired beauties, who nodoubt, would relate to the dilemma of finding suitable hair care products thatdon’t weigh down those ultra thin tresses, which tend to stick to your head (Eww, not a good look L-) ). It can also get all greasyfrom the build-up, spurring the volume to deplete; therefore, your hair justlooks flat and awfully lank. :-/Not only is my hair baby fine, the frustrating thing is it’salso fairly oily (Arrrghhh, Yep blessedwith oily skin and oily hair too, nooo why me!! ~X( ). Anyway, after spending a lifetime of dying mymop in accordance with every shade under the rainbow, from platinum blonde, tored, to blue black and various colours in between, as a result the ends are bitfrazzled and parched. Meanwhile, theroots and upper lengths need to be ‘handledwith care’, as this area gets oily, particularly if I have used unsuitablehair care products. :-/ Mydead straight, fine, oily/dry combination hair is currently a couple of incheslonger than my shoulders, which after washing, if left to dry naturally, withno styling products, ends up looking like I just stuck my finger in a power socket, EEK! :-O Yes, static flyaway hair is very common for those of us with fine,straight hair, which is why serums, oils and leave-in treatments are ideal…..IF they are not to heavy and rich! :-S Luckily, it’s usually pretty easy to determine when a product is allwrong, as makes my hair all limp, lifeless and greasy within just a few hoursof application, these products need to be avoided like the plague, LOL! [-X
Inner Bottle
I was a big fan of MoroccanoilOriginal Oil Treatment when it first became popular, even though one upon atime if anyone had suggested putting oil in my oily hair I would have looked atthem like they had sworn or cursed at me /:) Needless to say, I have since learned that inmost cases oil actually combats oil, so as long as it’s not too heavy or richthen it won’t exasperate the oiliness. #:-S Initially I loved everything about the Moroccanoil,(well maybe everything other than thehefty price tag) but after using it for a period of time, I found thatteamed with my regular hair care products, it was a bit much and would wind up gettingweighed down and contributing to excess build-up, so my mane resembled an oilslick. :( Disappointed, I ended upswapping the bottle and decided that the MoroccanoilLight Oil Treatment might be more suitable, however because it’s so exy, I stillhave not gotten around to trying it as of yet. :-"Then, along comes the MythicOil by L’OrealProfessionnel, basically the same idea, for a fraction of the price (Only$38for 125ml compared to $55 for 100ml of Moroccanoil). Don’t get me wrong, I wouldn’t say it’s adupe or anything, as they are based on different ingredients, yet, both productsare similar in the idea that they are treatment oils, which promote healthy,smooth, shiny, luscious locks. ;) Having put the MythicOil to the ultimate test, I have come to the conclusion that it’s not onlybetter value, price wise, it’s also ideal for those of us who have fine and/oroily hair types, especially if you find similar treatments unsatisfactory. While kinder to the wallet, it’s by no meansa poor relation, as it doesn’t compromise on quality or performance and livesup to its claims. =D> Read on to find out more….
Pump-Style Distributor
What is Mythic Oil exactly?Well, the L’OrealProfessionnel website claims:
Precious Ingredients
A blend of avocado and grape seed oil to nourish, protect and add shine toall hair typesSpectacular Results for daily use
Legendary shineDeep nourishmentIncreased supplenessEasier blow-dryLong-lasting anti-frizz protectionFirst Impressions:
Upon inspection of the classy, deluxe packaging, I mustadmit, the MythicOil, presented in a sleek, white box embossed with gold designs and blackprint, looked extremely opulent and more expensive than it actually is. The inner pump-style bottle is just as fancy,while at the same time, practical, made of transparent gold/amber coloured plastic,rather than glass to avoid breakage/wastage. The oil itself is clear, refined and utterlylightweight, with a very slippery, runny consistency and a silky texture that isvelvety to touch, reminding me of how a silicone-based primer feels against myskin. To begin with, I though the scentwas not particularly appealing, with a sweet, floral aroma, @};- somethingthat I would normally associate with headaches, as I find it’s quite artificial-likeand overbearing up front. I waspleasantly surprised though, because somehow after a minute or two, theintensity of the fragrance literally tones-right down and magically transformsinto a scent that is entirely delicate, subtle and really, really, yummy. ;;) It’sso good in fact and mild enough that I am more than happy to sniff away at itall day, having confidence that the delightful perfume won’t assault my sensesor trigger a negative reaction. B-)
Serum lightweight and runny
Serum silky and clear in colour
The Experience:
Finished look - Flash
The MythicOil is perfect for either wet or dry hair and I have effectively used itboth ways with impressive results. Ionly need one small pump of oil, which I warm up in my hands beforedistributing through the lower strands of my hair. I always avoid the scalp and already oilyroots, so by focusing only on the ends, the nourishing goodness is workingwhere it’s needed most. I apply it totowel-dried hair, either as a protective treatment prior to heat styling or,otherwise I just let it dry naturally. Regardlessof how I choose to style my hair, the outcome is still remarkable, even after oneuse.
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Finished look - No Flash
My dry, thirsty ends seem to drinkthis oil up like nobodies business, as it completely disappears, with no greasyresidue and due to the weightless formula, once it’s absorbed I can’t feel itat all. Upon drying, my tresses aresuper soft and the instant luminous shine-enhancing effect is clearly evident. Not only that, there is no hint of the usualfrizzy, flyaways, instead I am sporting a smooth, sleek mane and those previously‘straw-like’ ends seem healthier,well nurtured and adequately conditioned. :) When I don’t have time to wash, I apply the oil straight on my dry locksand it works a charm for greater styling support and manageability. By encouraging a positive development to mythin, weak stands, along with some additional oomph that naturally plumps myhair, it’s left noticeably smoother and softer with better texture, flexibilityand an overall burst of shine. (*)Final Thoughts:
Sleek pony - No Flash
Sleek pony - Flash
Since I begun using this product, the physical health andfitness of my hair has improved tenfold. It has already revived thepreviously damaged ends; therefore, the strands are now silky soft to touch andultra smooth and glossy from root to tip. It has tamed the static flyaways, whilst nourishing the dryness andrestoring life to my tired, neglected locks to pave the way for naturallyhealthy, beautiful-looking hair. Afterthis test drive, I can honestly say, the MythicOil has well and truly earned a permanent home in my regular hair careroutine. This is the oily/fine hair caresolution I have been searching for, it’s the perfect all-in-one, multi-taskingmiracle worker that not only combats ‘bad hairdays’, it also delivers that ‘just steppedout of the salon’ look, all from the comfort of my own home. Fine-haired beauties, it’s time to rejoice, <:-P the MythicOil by L’OrealProfessionnel will change the way you care for your mop, eliminating ‘nightmare hair’ once and for all :) It gets top marks from me, it’s a sure-firewinner!!!Have you tried one of the ever popular hair treatment oils? If so, share your thoughts. Did it meet your expectations or are you still hunting for something better? :-? If not, is there any that take your fancy and are possibly styling up on your wishlist as we speak? Do tell! :D
All images in this post are my own. The yellow text is a description taken from the L'Oreal Professionnel website linked above.
