DETOX

YOU MAY GO THROUGH A “TRANSITION” OR “DETOX” PERIOD WHEN FIRST SWITCHING TO MONAT… LET ME EXPLAIN!

this is when your hair may feel + act different / worse. kind of like switching to natural deodorant, sometimes it gets worse before it gets better 🙃

it might be more oily, more dry, you may get ingrown hairs on scalp that feel like tiny zits, you may experience more frizz, a sticky scalp, itchy scalp, more hair shedding, need more frequent washes, etc.

I promise this is a good thing! it means the products are doing their job.

this is because Monat is working to remove waxes, silicones, + build up from previous products + environment, revealing your true hair + scalp underneath all that coating + releasing dormant hairs, or hairs that had clogged follicles. and just as an aside, hair shedding is a l w a y s followed by hair growth!

this phase is different for everyone. some people never experience it! it's important to stick with your routine + only use Monat products — if you use other products in conjunction, it'll only make Monat's job of removing build up even harder

if you’re struggling in the transition / detox phase, just reach out to me. I’ve got some tricks up my sleeve to help you get over the hump!

ALSO — make sure you take a before picture (or several) so that you can compare your results as you go! you might be surprised when putting your own before + afters side by side! I always am, with each month that I do it!

Shower Treatments

IF YOU PURCHASED AN IN SHOWER TREATMENT PRODUCT; how to use instructions are listed ⬇️

/scalp purifying scrub: this is meant to be used in place of the first wash - just grab a dollop with two fingers (about a quarter size) and apply it straight to the scalp. you might need to apply in sections, then scrub until the crystals have dissolved, then rinse. it doesn't need to be used every wash, just when you feel like you need it, then use it in place of the first shampoo! I recommend using once a week at first.

/ masque: you'll use about a quarter sized dollop before you condition, on towel dried or super squeezed out hair. leave it on for 2-10 minutes, add conditioner on top of it, then rinse rinse rinse. you don't have to do this every shower - just when you have time / need it. I do it about once a month!

/ damage repair bond building treatment: squeeze excess water from hair + apply after shampoo from roots to ends (won't lather) to help reduce + heal breakage up to 97%. leave on for 2-3 minutes, then rinse. you don't have to use this every time you shower, just when you have time / feel like you need it

/ anti-frizz deep treatment: you'll use this before conditioner on towel dried or super squeezed out hair, leave it on for 5-30 minutes, add conditioner on top of it, then rinse rinse rinse. you don't have to do this every shower - just when you have time / need it

/ purifying vinegar rinse: you'll apply this with the applicator directly to your scalp + massage it in. it’ll lather up nicely. you can use it in a regular shower, after your two shampoos, before you condition. or if you’re using it as a co-wash as a stand-in between real wash days (like after an intense work out), you can use it on its own, in place of shampoo

Styling Products

If you purchased any styling products, how to use instructions are listed here!

/ the champ conditioning dry shampoo: apply to your roots the night before you know you’ll be oily if at all possible! be sure to only use little spritzes at a time - a little goes a long way + you don't want white roots. if you’re using it in the morning, give it 20 minutes or so to soak in + let it do it's magic!

/ dry texturizing spray: to add volume & grit to dry hair - I like to spray it up into my ends while lifting my hair up in sections.

/ heat protectant (anti frizz, thermal protect, or spray): use this before EVERY time you use heat, even if your hair is dry. even if you haven't washed your hair since the last time you applied it. every time. It's silicone free so it won't laminate your hair, either.

/ blow out cream: use a pea sized amount of this on wet hair fresh out of the shower before you blow dry. it protects against heat but also cuts drying time in half + leaves your hair smooth as buttaaa.

/ curl cream: you'll have to play with this to see what your hair likes - curls are so finicky. my curls love it when i apply product to dripping wet hair while still in the shower, then again while drying. some curlies like to wait until their curls are nearly dry to apply some cream for hold. others are somewhere in between! Some curls love a lot of product, some only need a dime sized amount. definitely a trial + error thing! text me if you need some help troubleshooting

/ rejuvabeads split end mender: use this on your wet hair after a shower as the first thing before you apply any other product, to heal split ends. a little goes a long way! just use 2 pumps or so! use it every 3-4 showers, as it keeps working between shampoos!

/ volume + lift spray: this is heat activated - spray it on your ends for more body, spray it on your roots for more volume! be sure to use a heat protectant, then use your blow dryer! you can use it on wet or dry hair, but works best on wet hair.

/ air dry cream: this is one of my favorite products for air drying my curls - apply it when it’s still soaking wet by scrunching it up into the ends, then apply another small amount to control frizz when its about 75% dry! game changer!

/ frizz fix primer: apply a small amount (start with pea size before experimenting with more) to wet hair after a shower to reduce frizz!

/ moxie magnifying mousse: can be used for a light, soft hold on waves/curls, or as a root lifter before blow drying! this is one of the few products that you’ll probably use a good bit of. I fill up my hands with a good squeeze + apply wherever needed.

/ damage repair leave-in creme: use a dime sized amount on wet hair fresh out of the shower - it doubles as a heat protectant too!

/ glossy shine mist: basically oil in a spray form, a little goes a LONG way! I usually spray it into my hand or on my hairbrush before applying it for a nice shiny finish or to smooth flyaways

/ restore leave in conditioner: this is leave-in conditioner on steroids, + can be used on wet or dry hair to tame frizz, add hydration, + give a smooth look

/ intense repair treatment spray: spray this on your thin areas TWICE A DAY. It doesn't leave a residue or sticky-ness. You'll see the best + fastest results by using it morning + night. just 1-2 sprays on your problem areas.

/ reshape root lifter: you can use this on wet or dry hair on your roots, it is heat activated though so you'll need to use the blow dryer on your roots for a few minutes

/ restyle instant sculpting taffy: i love this for hold, i use it instead of hairspray. i just grab a lima bean sized dallop + rub it together in my hands, then scrunch up into my hair after i've curled it. i also use it with a (designated hair) toothbrush to comb down my baby hairs that stick up!

/ lash + brow serum: use this twice a day on your eyebrows + at the base of your eyelashes, be careful to apply close to the lid but don't get it in your eye. use for 28 days to see a difference!

/ unknot detangler: you'll use this before you brush through your hair, every time. wet or dry. it detangles + prevents mechanical damage - also acts as sunscreen for your hair!

Rejuvenique Oil ✨

the cornerstone scalp + hair «vitamin" for weekly treatments
you can use this oil 100+ different ways - literally think of it like breastmilk, it's a cure-all. but when it comes to your hair + scalp, the best way to use it is to do overnight oil treatments!
the night before you're set to shower, put an oil treatment on your scalp. just part your hair into different sections + place drops of oil all over your scalp with the plunger. I use about 4 droppers for my whole head. rub it into your scalp with the pads of your fingers, brush it through your ends. add a dropper full to your ends if they need love, too. put it up + go to bed!
Rejuveniqe is a dry oil so it won't get on your clothes or your bedsheets. your hair absorbs it! this will help with growth, build up, dryness, oily scalp, breakage, heat damage repair, color damage repair, dandruff psoriasis, eczema, autoimmune flare-ups, alopecia, etc. this oil is infused into all of our other products it's the pinnacle of Monat. it's a game changer!

IR Clinical Serum

hair thinning defense + "hair fertilizer"

apply this on your thin areas EVERY DAY.
You only need 1-2 droppers; it might take you a few tries but you can definitely use just one full dropper for your entire scalp. it doesn't leave a residue or sticky-ness. you'll see the best + fastest results by using it every single day. you can use it all over your scalp if you're struggling with shedding/excessive hair fall or wanting to see growth / overall thickness! after applying to your scalp in desired areas, rub it in with the pads of your fingers. clinical studies revealed less hair fall in 60 days or less with repeated + consistent use!