Twentyseven's Top Picks: What Our Stylists Swear By

Oct 15, 2023
Twentyseven Toronto The 27 Journal | Twentyseven's Top Picks: What Our Stylists Swear By

Hair, Self-Care, and More: Twentyseven’s Top Picks

When it comes to looking and feeling your best, we turned to our stylists to see what their must-have items are. Next time you are in the salon getting your hair done or doing some in-store shopping, you might notice stickers on certain products, these are products our stylists swear by! Beyond their exceptional skills in hairstyling, they are also connoisseurs of self-care, so read on to check out their top picks plus some Twentyseven Tips to make sure you’re getting the most out of our products.

OLIVIA’S PICKS

1. YOUR GO-TO/MUST-HAVE SKINCARE PRODUCT(S)?

A313, FACE POLISHING PEEL PADS, SEABUCKTHORN BEST SKIN EVER.
If you want to age backwards immediately start with the polishing pads. Then once you trust me move onto the A313 retinol, after a few weeks you’ll be hooked. Promise.


2. YOUR GO-TO/MUST-HAVE HAIRCARE PRODUCT(S)?

K18 - Changed my blonde hair! No more breakage!


3. YOUR GO-TO/MUST-HAVE STYLING PRODUCT(S)?

COOL GIRL TEXTURE SPRAY - The right amount of texture and hold for my fine hair. It also smells amazing!


4. YOUR GO-TO/MUST-HAVE SELF CARE PRODUCT(S)?

THERAPY JOURNAL, candles - currently lighting up the Hollow Tree ones. This is my evening routine. Candle and journaling.


5. FAVOURITE CANDLE IN THE SHOP?

THE FLORIST from Field Kit (now sold out!) - I'm sure you already know im obsessed with flowers.


6. WHAT DOES YOUR SELF-CARE ROUTINE LOOK LIKE?

Making coffee in the morning, while saging, sitting in the bath while i take a shower (because I'm too impatient to let the tub fill up) I do my best thinking in there. Do my 21 step skincare routine make a Blume tea and get in bed with my therapy journal.


7. HAIRCARE/SKINCARE TIP THAT CHANGED YOUR LIFE?

Double cleansing your hair when shampooing! I wash my hair once a week. It needs minimum 2 if not 3 shampoos. If you aren't getting a lather on your first wash keep going…



8. FAVOURITE BRAND OF YOURS THAT TWENTYSEVEN CARRIES?

MEGABABE - I used to smuggle this in from the states with monthly trips to Buffalo, after begging them to let us carry it, its finally here! The entire line is amazing. I love the Le Tush Butt Mask and the Rosy Pits Deodorant… Can't forget the Thigh Rescue, I wouldn't have survived summer without it



9. FAVOURITE BOOK?

THE BREATH OF A WHALE - a client gifted me it and it was amazing. Highly recommend it if you are into whales or not.. It's just great no matter what you are into.



10. FAVOURITE WELLNESS PRODUCT(S)?

PILATES BALL - I suffer from back pain and my yoga teacher showed me how to use it when sitting in the car or at a desk by putting it at the small of your back. It changed my life! Try it.



11. WHICH LE BON SHOPPE SOCK IS YOUR FAVOURITE?

COTTAGE SOCKS - Because fall is creeping in….



12. FAVOURITE HOME PRODUCT(S)?

MACAUSLAND BLANKETS - I have them everywhere. Couch, bed, chair. Gotta catch ‘em all.



13. FAVOURITE SPF PRODUCT?

VACATION’S SUPER SPRITZ SPF 50 FACE SPRAY - Easy peasy and smells like summer.



14. FAVORITE ACCESSORIES (HAIRCLIPS, SCRUNCHIES, ETC)?

INVISIBOBBLE - As I'm sure there are only a handful of clients that have seen me with my hair down, its usually tied up into a baby pony with an invisibobble.



15. FAVOURITE TREATMENT PRODUCT?

LUCAS PAPAW OINTMENT - It's magic. Fixes everything - ingrown nails, hangnails, burn, dry lips, eczema, red nose. You name it, it's got you.

 

SAM’S PICKS

1. YOUR GO-TO/MUST-HAVE SKINCARE PRODUCT(S)?

PIMPLE PATCHES/TRUTH BALM - Can’t live without either!



2. YOUR GO-TO/MUST-HAVE HAIRCARE PRODUCT(S)?

SOLU/OLAPLEX- I wash my hair almost every day (I know I'm a hairstylists worst nightmare ha) so I love the CLEAN feeling of Solu but the Olaplex keeps me balanced and hydrated.



3. YOUR GO-TO/MUST-HAVE STYLING PRODUCT(S)?

ZIG ZAG TEXTURE SPRAY - SMELLS SO GOOD, GIVES ME VOLUME/TEXTURE!



4. YOUR GO-TO/MUST-HAVE SELF CARE PRODUCT(S)?

RESCUE PATCH-GOOD PATCH - For those nights out *wink*



5. FAVOURITE CANDLE IN THE SHOP?

FLORIST CANDLE - Field Kit, smells like springtime!



6. WHAT DOES YOUR SELF-CARE ROUTINE LOOK LIKE?

LEMON WATER IN THE MORNING, snuggles with my cats, a leisurely walk in the morning with my lemon water in hand, THRIFTING IN THE AFTERNOON. My perfect self care day.



7. HAIRCARE/SKINCARE TIP THAT CHANGED YOUR LIFE?

DRY SHAMPOO ON DAY 1 HAIR makes your hair last WAY longer. Apply on freshly washed hair and watch what happens (thank me later)



8. FAVOURITE BRAND OF YOURS THAT TWENTYSEVEN CARRIES?

SALT AND STONE, I love the deodorants and body wash.



9. FAVOURITE BOOK?

FAULT IN OUR STARS - Cause I'm a teenager at heart.


10. FAVOURITE WELLNESS PRODUCT(S)?

Eucalyptus SHOWER SPRAY PERSON OF INTEREST, smells like i'm in a spa.



11. WHICH LE BON SHOPPE SOCK IS YOUR FAVOURITE?

CLOUD SOCKS- the perfect sock to wear with crocs.



12. FAVOURITE HOME PRODUCT(S)?

27 MUGS - They have the perfect handle, you know what I mean…



13. FAVOURITE SPF PRODUCT?

VACATION CHARDONNAY OIL hands down.



14. FAVORITE ACCESSORIES (HAIRCLIPS, SCRUNCHIES, ETC)?

CHECKERED HEADBAND by Heirloom Hats, I feel like a queen when I wear it.



15. FAVOURITE TREATMENT PRODUCT?

OI BUTTER HAIR MASK - It's my go to for clients, as well as myself when I'm feeling the effects of summer on my hair.

 

 

ALANA’S PICKS

1. YOUR GO-TO/MUST-HAVE SKINCARE PRODUCT(S)?

Activist Manuka Honey - Feels cleansing, moisturizing and healing.



2. YOUR GO-TO/MUST-HAVE HAIRCARE PRODUCT(S)?

MOMO Shampoo and Conditioner for my dry wavy hair - my hair always feels clean but hydrated afterwards.



3. YOUR GO-TO/MUST-HAVE STYLING PRODUCT(S)?

I love the OI Beautifying Oil for hydration and shiny touchable hair - on wet or dry, especially for day two or three hair for an extra boost of hydration
& SAIL - encourages my natural waves to form in a more consistent pattern instantly.



4. YOUR GO-TO/MUST-HAVE SELF CARE PRODUCT(S)?

My journal.



5. FAVOURITE CANDLE IN THE SHOP?
The Sauna by Field Kit


6. WHAT DOES YOUR SELF-CARE ROUTINE LOOK LIKE?

Journaling, endless hot drinks and regular yoga - the essentials to keep my mind sane and my body from breaking.



7. HAIRCARE/SKINCARE TIP THAT CHANGED YOUR LIFE?

Using a Wet Brush in the shower with my conditioner and or treatment to make sure the product is coating every single strand and make the most of my product.



8. FAVOURITE BRAND OF YOURS THAT TWENTYSEVEN CARRIES?

Davines slays every category or hair care/ styling products + the company itself is amazing.



9. FAVOURITE BOOK?

The Power of Now - Echart Tolle.



10. FAVOURITE WELLNESS PRODUCT(S)?

Yoga Tune Up Balls - they really help after a long day of work, they are great because they can be used passively as well!



11. WHICH LE BON SHOPPE SOCK IS YOUR FAVOURITE?

The Girlfriend Sock.



12. FAVOURITE HOME PRODUCT(S)?

Papier D’Armenie Incense.



13. FAVOURITE SPF PRODUCT?

Olaplex Number 7 - heat protectant, sun protection and bonding oil all in one.. absolutely



14. FAVOURITE ACCESSORIES (HAIRCLIPS, SCRUNCHIES, ETC)?

Claw clips forever.



15. FAVOURITE TREATMENT PRODUCT?
Olaplex Number 8 is my ride or die if my hair is feeling extra dry or damaged, especially after any colour processing.