I Got My Favorite Shampoo From the Gym, and It's Been My Best Beauty Hack All Year

I'm just going to come right out and say it: I love my hair. It's long and thick, with just the right amount of wave. Even though it has its issues (ahem, frizz), I still wouldn't trade it for anyone else's. I use an amazing hair serum but tend to stick to drugstore shampoo, and that's about as far as my haircare routine goes. I didn't really see the value in fancy shampoos or overly expensive products, but that all changed once I started going to the gym.

There's a Barry's Bootcamp a stone's throw from the POPSUGAR office, and I started going in the morning before work. If you've ever been to this class, you know that a post-workout shower is a necessity. In the bathrooms, they stock Oribe Signature Shampoo ($44) and Conditioner ($44). As I continued to go to Barry's, I noticed that I really liked the way my hair looked after class. I always air-dry my hair, but this time, it felt softer, silkier, and shinier than ever before. I liked it so much that I decided it was time for me to invest, because as great of a workout as it is, I can't go to Barry's every single day.

This might just be my favorite beauty product I've ever bought. My hair looks shinier and healthier than ever before, and I actually look forward to washing my hair, which can sometimes be an arduous task. But I think the most important thing I learned from this is the benefit of self-care. This was something I bought for me, and I feel so much better because of it. It's pricier than my typical shampoo, but the results are so worth it. Plus, it's something I actually use, not an investment that just sits on my shelf.

If you're thinking about investing in a beauty product, consider this piece of advice: it should be something that brings you joy. This shampoo and conditioner bring me more joy than I could've imagined, and to me, that's worth every penny. If you want shiny, healthy hair that makes you smile every time you look in the mirror, you've got to give this a try.