Kristin Ess' Hair Products for Target Review + Try On

[@kayleymelissa]

Stick around to the end of the video for my top 5!! (but honestly, a lot of these products are great!)

[@yvonneguerra7415]

Kayley Melissa what would you recommend for really long, easy tangled hair and crazy frizzy, from this line?

[@BostonBarbieDoll]

And Curly! -xx''s

[@yvonneguerra7415]

BostonBarbieDoll that too lol

[@kristinthebland]

Love the vid!

[@kategwynn6186]

+Kayley Melissa I will look into these products. =)

[@Mar-velousMarlenak8]

I have never watched your videos before, but I am impressed with your insight and honesty in reviewing products. You are a very well spoken young woman.

[@DanielleEatonHart]

Thank you for being a credible, likeable reviewer of affordable products that work. No longer do I have to worry about wasting money on stuff that doesn't work. I feel like my long, thick, naturally blonde hair had a chance to be healthy and styled not either or.

[@chiquitabanana]

I bought about half the collection, and I'm obsessed with every single piece I bought! I'm so impressed!

[@jlsat3]

Yes! I'd love to see a comparison between the Kristen Ess products and more expensive lines. Thx Kaley, this was very helpful!

[@epmoua]

Ugh! I'm dying over this makeup look as well! Please do a makeup tutorial on this look as well please!

[@alyssajorgensen7388]

Yes I'd love to see a head to head review!

[@kaylaturner8714]

Yes, I would like to see a head to head! I am definitely not above splurging for higher end, pricier hair products that will last... but I do like to find mid-range alternative products to swap out with! For example- with my makeup I use Anastasia of Beverly Hills Brow Dip Pomade and on casual days I use the NYX brow pencil in Taupe!

[@Savannah1297]

I'm definitely going to be trying some of these products! I love that you showed them on your hair to get a good picture of the differences between them.

[@hilaryowen1160]

This review was AMAZING! So in depth! It is clear that you put a lot of time and effort into this. Bravo!

[@3picLife]

You genuinely did a fantastic job reviewing these products. Thank you so much!!

[@katiethomas6276]

Yes please do a side by side of the texturizing and wave sprays!

[@beverlygard7435]

Can you do a video about best hair products for all hair types? (i.e. Thick, curly, straight, thin, frizzy, long, short, etc.) thanks! You're awesome and gorgeous as always and I loved this video ☺️❤️

[@annakatherine2606]

Beverly Gard I agree because I have thick frizzy curly hair and I don't see many videos for my type of hair.

[@derrickjenniferwatkins1394]

LOVE this video. Yes! Head to head with the beach wave spray please!

[@rebeccakishh]

Great video girl! Can't wait to try the texturizing spray. I couldn't decide between that and the beach spray. 💕

[@hopemax17]

Loveeee that you included demo videos!

[@brittanyparmer46]

I decided to try the dry shampoo after watching this video and Kayley I just wanted to say THANK YOU! I have tried sooooooo many dry shampoos both at the drug store and high end and they all leave my hair feeling gritty and gross. This Kristen Ess dry shampoo doesn't feel gritty at all but it does soak up any excess oil. Thank you for this video 😁

[@chelseaworley945]

Definitely want to see a head-to-head review! This was awesome to watch!

[@meandmyoldsoul]

What lipstick are you wearing? It's beautiful!

[@sophial6739]

Holy frijoles she's even beautiful in those shots where she isn't wearing makeup (or at least it looks that way) I always drop everything to watch her videos when they're posted and they never disappoint. Keep up the good work Kayley!

[@chloelee7914]

This review was so helpful! I also loved your dog's appearance in the video 😊😊😊🐶🐶

[@kellelemperle9868]

More short hairstyles coming soon?

[@deanneekstrand4128]

Mikelle Lemperle I second this!

[@emilyjamison784]

you've made me want the whole line haha. At least all the products are cheap so I can try a few.

[@elizabethgrubb9829]

Where did you get your headboard? It's gorgeous.

[@alexmaetalkalot]

Yes! I was wondering this also. I can't look away it's so pretty!

[@griseldelatorre]

I want to buy the leave in conditioner, volumizing mousse and thickening spray. I know I can put leave in conditioner on the bottom half of my hair. The mouse goes on the roots. Do I put the thickeningg spray on top of the leave in conditioner?

[@michelleneumann2413]

Please do a head to head comparison for the texturizing powder and spray.

[@lydschnid61]

Kayley, I love your curls today? Could you do a video about how you get them (curling and products)?

[@raqmendez]

Thank you for taking so much time to make such a great comprehensive review! The "hair swatches" especially are so appreciated. This vid was exactly what I was looking for because I am definitely going to be making some purchases... it was just a matter of choosing which ones! I love Kristen Ess! x

[@sarasclafani2275]

Please do a head to head review with other salon products. I'm a cosmetologist as well and I would love products I can recommend to my clients who just can't afford to purchase from my salon.

[@elizabethcarrillo1909]

Girl! I'm with you! I hunted them down and went multiple times to different Targets to get them. Huge Kristin Ess fan as well!!! 😍😍 loved this video! Thank you so much for the review. I will def go and get more products! Love you!

[@saadiaiqbal16]

Love the video! So informative 😊

[@karengarnica3835]

I LOVE KRISTIN ESS. Kayley, I love your videos and you are so inspiring

[@jenniferb2566]

Thank you for your review. Both you and Lauren Conrad are my hair icons, so because you both love Kristen Ess, I already bought the pink colored line and the serum!!

[@IsadorasMusic]

I found your channel through Tati when you were styling her hair for her wedding and since then I've been obsessed with your videos. You give really helpful tips, ideas and I love your reviews! Just thought you should know I love your channel!💙

[@kayleymelissa]

This basically made my day ❤️!

[@juliahildebrand3886]

Do you have to blowdry your hair after using a mousse? I would love to try a mousse but I don't blow dry my hair sooooo

[@matildaeklund3472]

Julia Hildebrand I know this is a pretty late response, but you definitely don’t have to, if you wanna scrunch or tousle your hair then let it air dry it’ll still hold. It’s especially good if you wanna wet set your hair (braid it, twist it, roller it, whatever you want) so you don’t have to use heat

[@Betsy__]

Definitely! Head to head! I'm obsessed with the beach wave spray. I was so excited to see you did this video!!

[@Kayla.V]

I just got the leave in conditioner and I am super excited to try it .

[@everyonesaunicorn]

Hi, What lip product were you using in this vid? thanks!

[@samanthamakesasmr]

Loved the video! Do you know if the products are cruelty free I can't seem to find anything about that

[@DestructoPop]

Sam Flucht She answered this question asked by another viewer and said yes, it's in fact cruelty free! WOW!

[@sharonmontano5223]

yes they are!

[@victoriamcdonough4199]

Sam Flucht this just made me so happy!

[@samanthamakesasmr]

YAY I'm so excited they seem like really good products

[@elainemaxfield2978]

thanks for this review! I can't wait to try this leave in conditioner for my daughters crazy curly tangled mess of hair. can't wait!

[@creativelykirsty]

Question: how can I achieve the "partless" (I'm not sure if that's the right word) hairstyle that Kayley has? When I wear my hair down it parts and leaves a pretty straight, deft line that you can see my scalp through. How can I make it stay brushed back/ slightly tousled? What kind of products and technique would you use or is this just something that naturally happens?

[@engelneen1686]

yes! do a head to head comparison please!!!

[@alexandrachin6956]

I love your makeup in this video!

[@chempanda6388]

Alexandra Chin it looks less than what others wear but it's still beautiful

[@1ANAHI]

im excited to pick some products up! my hair desperately needs to be revived haha thank you for this video!

[@elenanicorici20]

Ah, thanks for this video. I was contemplating to get something good for my hair and here you are with cool stuff. ❤

[@HannahNWisneski16]

Yes I am so hyped for these products! Kristin Ess is my favorite hair stylist!!!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@kayleymelissa]

Girl, same!!

[@kelseybaker1897]

How did you do your hair for this video? I love these curls!!

[@lucynightingale5470]

Can you get these products in the UK?

[@SarahFarris11]

What would you think about the dry shampoo on thin bangs? I’ve had issues with my regular (expensive) dry shampoos making my bangs look icky (I can’t think of another word...). I just got bangs and don’t want to wash every other day!

[@mf3610]

I've never been able to find a good affordable leave in conditioner I def need to try this

[@Rosyhernandez]

OMFG I LOVE YOU SOOO MUCH! YOU ARE SO INSPIRATIONAL!!! HANDS DOWN MY FAVORITE KZbinR EVER! LOVE YOU SO MUCH! YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL AND TALENTED!!!!!

[@MakeupwithMirna]

Hi Kayley, this review was really helpful thank you! Can you also do an updated hair care routine please

[@daniellefernandes7510]

love the review👍

[@janawilliams9928]

I was wondering if maybe you could do a video or two on how you straighten your hair and different ways to wear it as well thank you for your time

[@toriholman4022]

Does the thickening spray and volumizing mousse work well if you don't blow dry your hair?

[@juliahildebrand3886]

Tori Holman I'm wondering that too

[@mikaelaquist3203]

I officially want it all! They sound so amazing I'm definately going to try some of these.

[@ReneeKM]

I would love to see the head to head product review! Great idea

[@Anisci-uw4fs]

I would love like a head to head view of the expensive/non-expensive

[@cheerokeegirl]

Would use the One Signature conditioner WITH the leave in conditioner?

[@lilsoupangel]

overall great review! thank you so much for your insights. would love to see a video comparing the sprays to other high end versions like you mentioned!!

[@katiebruxelles3582]

Such a late question but what is your opinion on tresemme hairspray vs kristin ess?

[@given2dream]

How does the dry shampoo compare to Living Proof's? I have fine, ridiculously oily hair and the PHD dry shampoo is the only one that seems to work for me. Does the $10-$14 one would work as well as the $22.

[@melaniekullander1784]

I love the editing of this video

[@nataliebondurant6217]

You're so beautiful 😍 thank you for this in depth review!!! I've had my eye on the pomade recently

[@deidrestaley3550]

Have you ever tried Briogeo hair products? I've heard other girls on KZbin use it and was curious or your opinion. It sounds like we have similar hair types.

[@anusandhu9800]

Can you share your current hair care routine please? The products you use. My hair are just like yours- fine, easily tangled. Thank you!!! Love watching your videos.. Been watching them from past 6 years ❤

[@rileypaigemc7018]

I didn’t realize she had a hair mask!!! Ugh I do love these products 💖💖💖 I just bought the sea salt air dry mousse and I’m SUPER hyped to try it (maybe too much???) because my hair loves sea salt and loves mousse so...🤞💕🤞

[@ambersue7063]

My daughter has ethnic hair, would you recommend that leave-on conditioner and cleanser for her?

[@Pomegranate226]

Please do the head to head, and thank you for reviewing this line I was debating getting it but I'm sold thank you :D lots of love from NY

[@saratobi959]

love this! thanks for making this video. Hope you make tutorials with the products.

[@ryleeosborne6102]

I have eczema on my scalp (I have dry skin) and I can't ever get they flakes to go away and I've tried EVERYTHING and nothing works...any suggestions?

[@carlytaylor3080]

Beautiful with and without makeup❤

[@blyhevanormer]

What would u recommend for dandruff hair cause my dandruff shampoo isn't working srry tmi

[@MeganLauriana]

I'm so excited to try this out. Will you review Ouai Dry Shampoo too? Also, do you have tips/or a video on how to keep curls in your hair? My hair won't hold a curl no matter what. I've tried everything! Help?

[@kristylok320]

Does the shampoo help with dandruff? I can't seem to get rid of it. I know it's not from product buildup because the only time I use product in my hair is hairspray at a dance show and I wash it out right away, and I think it's not from my scalp being dry

[@shilohnarvarte8039]

This video was so helpful to me. I have really been needing to focus on my hair lately. It has protein build up, and split ends, it's just not doing very well. It's very long too. I can't really afford to buy all of these products, which ones in particular would you reccomend I get?Thanks ❤️️

[@littlestjenna]

Hey Kayley, I've been having issues lately with my hair not holding it's natural curl all that well. The first day my hair is always super defined and super curly. By the second and third day, it's pretty much falling limp and straight. I've been keeping it pretty long and I do dye it so I'm not sure if this has anything to do with it? Any tips?

[@amberderuijter4859]

I followed you because of Tati, but giiiirl im obsessed!! Love all those tips and tricks and hairstyles 😍😍

[@mridulamannan2070]

Hey what shampoo and conditioner do you use? My hair is super frizzy and I only wash it 2-3 times a week. Do you have any tips to help? Btw ilysm keep up the great work :)

[@h06anbjo]

Mridula Mannan If you can find a shampoo and conditioner from Franck Provost, try it!! I loved my s&c from him because my hair got so shiny and smooth... Then the store I was buying it from stopped selling it and my heart broke...

[@mridulamannan2070]

h06anbjo ok thanks I'll keep a lookout :)

[@monicagonzalez20]

I want everything!! please do the comparison video!

[@abbywolf9701]

Yay!! I love your channel, kayley ❤️

[@irishsphinx778]

Kayley, the charm and quality in your videos has always inspired me. I've always loved playing with hair but you've shown me how to reach for the stars and as a "amature" freelance hairstylist, I really value the wisdom you share with hair. Thank you for a great review....I can't wait to test some of these products. Definitely need the thickening spray in my life. Always need more volume right?!

[@KR-mx4nt]

how do we do the styles from the thumbnail?

[@mackenziehovey126]

Kayley, can you review the new purple shampoo and conditioner Kristen Ess is coming out with?

[@andreagross1695]

Is this line available anywhere in Canada?

[@nmcovill]

Oh my gosh I want the whole collection

[@deeptaj9662]

love you Kayley!! just a question, do you use any oils on your hair, like coconut or argan oil? what's your opinion on them? thx!

[@kayleymelissa]

I have a video on a DIY hair mask that I use on occasion. Coconut Oil is my oil of choice, but I haven't been doing it as much lately because the build up is no fun lol

[@deeptaj9662]

Ok thanks for replying!

[@karelyescobar3200]

It's so sad I don't have a Target in Puerto Rico. Is it going to be any wear else? Like Walmart,Walgreen or cvs? Thanks!!! I would like to see comparisons with other products that you love!

[@ohheyitsanna]

I have frizzy wavy hair and I'm just about to shave my hair off because I can't find anything to help me at all. Do you recommend this line? I bought the cleansing conditioner because it said it helps with frizzy hair

[@th-xk7bv]

BeautyByAnnabelle girl I know this is late and I'm not sure if you've found what works for you.. or if you've just shaved all your hair off by now 😅 but you should try the curly girl method! It has changed my life lol! My hair used to be frizzy and wavy also and now after a few months of the curly girl method I have such beautiful moisturized curls I didn't even know my hair was capable of having! 😩💕 not sure of your hair type but DevaCurl and Shea Moisture's coconut & hibiscus line are my favorites ☺️

[@TheAsh1ee]

Keratin treatments (used to get Brazilian blowouts) . Expensive but giiiirrrlll, life changing.

[@amyharvs8230]

Should you not brush through your hair in the shower? I've been brushing my hair when the conditioner is in for ages! Is that why I get so much hair fall out?

[@kayleymelissa]

Brushing your hair in the shower can break you hair more easily because it's delicate when it's wet. That could be the reason you see a lot of hair in your brush in the shower. It's not falling out at the root necessarily, but breaking somewhere on the hair. So yeah, maybe wait until after the shower and use a detangler first :)

[@agatarek_pl]

Thank you, Ps: what’s your lipstick? So pretty 😍♥️

[@anakeniacarrasco5988]

I saw K something Hair Products and I honestly thought you had launched a product line!

[@strawberrybird7319]

Keni Carrasco that would be the coolest thing ever😃

[@freystec]

Hi, Kayley, I may have missed it in the video, but do you know if these products are cruelty free? Thanks! xoxo

[@jeisie1176]

They are! That is amazing in my opinion

[@bibliophilecb]

Ugh I want to try these so much but I can't stand floral scents :/ hopefully the line comes out with more scents soon

[@spectacularrx52]

Chris B i just got the leave in conditioner and the thickening spray and in my opinion they aren't suuuper smelly, more like a cleaning product than super floraly.

[@bibliophilecb]

Clara Albright ok thanks for letting me know! Maybe I'll try giving one of them a sniff next time I'm at target. I'm on the market for a new shampoo and conditioner so who knows

[@janeraine3443]

I would love to hear a comparison to this and Toni&Guy... similar price point and also from target.

[@jacky1722]

I was about to go to bed but then I saw you uploaded...... I am now still up 😂 lly

[@liliandobson5428]

jacky b. Same lol

[@elainemaxfield2978]

jacky b. same for me too!

[@saratobi959]

jacky b. hahahha me too!

[@sadiehamblin467]

can u please make a video on how u make ur curls last because when i curl my hair it lasts for like 1 hour

[@beckycrooker4177]

LOVE product reviews

[@AmandaIbraimovic]

Hello, Kayley. Could you do The 100's Octavia and Lexa hair styles? They follow a kinda viking / game of thrones hybrid thing. PLEEEEASE???

[@TyrHannahSaurus217]

I was really interested in these products after watching this video but I noticed they were getting some negative reviews because of high alcohol content. I don't know much about hair products, so I'm just wondering is it common for products like these to have alcohol in them? Is it really bad for your hair?

[@kayleymelissa]

I saw that review on target. Honestly, I rolled my eyes a little. First, All volumizing and many aerosol products use alcohol with very little exception; this line did not make any kind of misstep for including it. I also never noticed a strong alcohol scent, just the light floral one. Second, I'm very dubious about her hair dresser's commentary on alcohol. For one not all alcohols are the same, some are fatty and moisturizing (btw these were the type of alcohols I saw most in the line). Additionally, the non fatty ones are used because they evaporate so quickly leaving behind minimal residue. Here's an article for reference: www.zaega.com/beauty-myth-alcohol-dries-out-and-damages-your-hair-and-your-skin.html I think a lot of use over time could cause some drying, but it's not significantly greater than hot tools or environmental stress. A deep shampoo and deep conditioner every now and then should help counteract any negatives. I think the ingredients in this line stack up to (some are better than) Redken and brands like it. I personally don't have a problem with using products with alcohols.

[@TyrHannahSaurus217]

Good to know! Thank you for such an informative response Kayley! I feel much more confident about trying some of these now. (that review scared me. haha!)

[@kayleymelissa]

You're welcome! THB I think I needed to vent after reading that review 😂 😂 😂