
In the past few years, my hair has endured A LOT. Since G and I shoot almost everyday, between posts for the blog, Instagram, YouTube videos, and personal photos, I have to style and use a lot of heat on my hair to the point where it’s experienced a lot of breakage. In addition, I’ve also been dying my hair lighter for years which has really minimized it’s natural shine and texture. It’s been a journey to say the least and I found myself wishing I could go back in time to when my hair was natural, fresh and care-free!
As soon as I found out I was pregnant almost 7 months ago, my priorities changed instantly…
I wanted to simplify my life as much as possible, even in the beauty department! I tossed out a lot of products that I felt were unnecessary and started paying close attention to products that were more natural and chemical-free. Between getting ready for the baby, house-hunting, and keeping up with work, I became really sensitive to how much time and energy I was putting into my beauty and hair routine. That said, I really wanted to get into the habit of being less high maintenance so that when the baby is here, I’ll have more time to devote to her. Let’s be honest…spending 2 hours on my glam every morning isn’t very realistic with a newborn.
This is my first pregnancy so I had no idea what to expect and my body has been changing so quickly! Within the first few months, I got down to business and started making small changes in my wardrobe, beauty products, and diet. After taking prenatal vitamins for some time, I’ve noticed my hair has started to get a lot healthier again, is growing very quickly, and becoming thicker than ever! Of course I’m not complaining!! I couldn’t be happier that my hair is finally feeling like it’s old self, but with long and thick hair comes more weight.. something that was becoming hard to manage with an even more rapidly growing belly! I knew it was time to try something new with my hair, so I decided to cut it shorter and add some major layers to lighten it up and create more dimension. I started using Herbal Essences haircare products religiously, and the results have been amazing!! Between the products and my new cut, I’ve been able to let my hair air dry more which is nice because I’ve been avoiding a lot of the heat damage I was causing before. I’ve also been using my Herbal Essences products on a regular basis to get that natural bounce and volume! With only a couple months left in my pregnancy, I feel so much lighter, fresh and less high maintenance. Making all these changes in such a short amount of time has been drastic and an adjustment, but I haven’t felt this refreshed in years and I’m loving it!
A big thank you to Herbal Essences and POPSUGAR for sponsoring this post.
Cassie Berna
Girlll your hair always looks amazing!! Hair tutorial pleaseeeee :)
Jessi Malay
Awww thanks babe!! I’ve been wanting to do one, keep a look out ;) xo
Taylor M.
I’ve always loved Herbal Essences hair products and they smell amazing!! Your hair is flawless! Love <3
Jessi Malay
Thanks for stopping by love! Herbal Essences products always have such a great scent to them. Enjoy your week! xoxo
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Love the Herbal Essence hair products, they’ve been out for the longest of time, and they are really good at what they do! :)
Love ❤️ it! :)
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Jessi Malay
Riiight?! They have such good affordable products and they smell sooo good! Thanks for stopping by love! xoxo
Cindy Elena
Herbal essences always smells so good! I love their hair products specially their hair creams. Thank you so much for sharing, babe! And I can’t believe it’s been 7 month now!! omg seems like just yesterday you where sharing the good news.
xo | Cindy Elena
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Jessi Malay
I know right?! Babygirl is almost here and I can’t wait to share that with you! xoxo
Maria | Short Girl Long Jacket
Your hair always looks amazing!! I’ve actually heard prenatal vitamins are great for hair, I was thinking of trying some even though I’m not pregnant haha. My hair’s been through many colours so it needs love.
Jessi Malay
The prenatal vitamins are definitely helping with my hair and skin!! Make sure its safe to take prenatal vitamins before you try it, babe haha xx
Ellie
That just sounds so great – thank you so much for sharing!<3
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Jessi Malay
Thanks for stopping by Ellie!! xoxo
Samantha Ford
Your hair looks so healthy and gorgeous!! I’d love to see how you style it!😍💕
Jessi Malay
Thanks babe! I’m planning on doing one soon! xoxo
Radi
Gorgeous curls Jessi! This hairstyle really suits you.
Have a great one! ❤ Radi
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Jessi Malay
Radi, you’re so sweet! Thanks for stopping by love xoxo
Erika Paleo
Your hair is always so perfect!! I’ve always loved Herbal Essences ever since high school..they are always so consistent with their products! <3
Jessi Malay
Thanks love!! And yes agreed! That’s one of the things I love about them too :)
Karen Henderson
These photos are stunning babe!! That hair tho!!!
Jessi Malay
Thanks for stopping by Karen! So glad you enjoyed the post and hope you try out their products <3 Xo
Maryam
Your hair has always looked so beautiful! I love the color and the style, very much on trend and chic.
xx, Maryam
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Jessi Malay
Thanks girl!! Glad you enjoyed the post :) Hope you try out Herbal Essences!! Xx
Comfy Cozy Up
Your hair looks great. I love how herbal essences products smell, but I honestly never tried their hair product. Nice review!
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Jessi Malay
Omg you have to try them babe!! Not only do they smell amazing, but they work wonders! <3
Shalonda
Stunning look! Thank you for reviews!
Jessi Malay
Thank you love!! Hope you try out Herbal Essences products :) Xoxo
Ewa Macherowska
Beautiful photos! x
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Jessi Malay
Thanks for stopping by Ev! Glad you enjoyed the post :) Xx
MONICA SORS
The products sounds amazing!!
Jessi Malay
They are! You should give them a try babe :)
Gabi
wooow you look so amazing <3 i love your hair
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Jessi Malay
Aww thank Gabi<3 My hair honestly feels so clean and lightweight- one less thing to worry about during a pregnancy!
Kileen
your hair looks so amazing! i used Herbal Essences year ago and need to get back to it!
kileen
cute & little
Jessi Malay
Same!! I had forgotten how good their products were/still are haha my hair feels amazing and I love it <3
Mariann Yip
Your hair looks awesome! I need to get some Herbal Essences myself!
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Jessi Malay
Yaaasss girlll love their products! Hope you’re having an awesome week :)
Serein Wu
Yes your hair always looks great!
xoxo Serein Wu
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Jessi Malay
Aw thanks love!! And thank you to Herbal Essences for making it look great all the time hahah ;)
Adi
Your hair is so beautiful!!
Adi xx
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Jessi Malay
Thanks for stopping by Adi!! Glad you enjoyed the post <3 Xx
a trendy life
Bautiful hair! You look really amazing. Kisses
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Jessi Malay
Thank you love <3 Have you tried Herbal Essences products??!
Sharon Wu
Your hair looks flawless babe! I used to be a big fan of Herbal Essences growing up but somehow stopped using them when I started getting my hair colored. I will have to give them a look again next time I’m at Target. I always love the scents of their shampoos/conditioners! xo, sharon
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