Everyone has a hair story. For some hair is a shield; for others it’s a beacon. Our relationship to our hair evolves as we do, but beauty companies ask us to focus on what goes wrong rather than right, adding fuel to our self-loathing. What if we could learn to love what we’ve been taught to hate? Hairstory products help liberate us from negative norms that limit the expression of innate beauty.

We asked some provocative questions about hair care and came up with some surprising answers: Is shampoo the best way to wash? (No. It’s the worst.) Why are there so many shampoos for every type imaginable? (More stuff = more revenue.) How many hair care products do the best hairdressers in the world actually need? (About 6, tops.)

My Favorite Products Right Now

  • Poowwwwder!

    Powder is my most favorite styling products by Hairstory. I use it as like a dry shampoo at my roots on dirty hair. Or I use it on clean dry hair on roots for extra texture and volume.

  • New Wash and New Wash Deep

    I was not so sure of it at first, but after using it for a month I fell in love. I use the New Wash Deep once every two weeks and the New Wash Original in between cleanse my hair. I use the Deep like a deep clean when I feel too oily. New Wash leaves my natural fine, frizzy textured hair less frizzy. I recommend this product for all hair types. You just have to commit to getting used to it. I say it takes about a month. Tips: Make sure you scrub your scalp and rinse good.

  • Undressed.

    Undressed is also by Hairstory. I use it in wet or dry hair to give hair texture and grit. I use it on the roots for a lift and on the mid shaft and ends as like a kind of beachy spray.