> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.thesignaturejess.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # May 2026 Haircare Empties: What I Repurchased, Replaced and Bought in Paris - URL: https://www.thesignaturejess.com/may-2026-haircare-empties-what-i-repurchased-replaced-and-bought-in-paris/ - Published: 2026-05-06T09:28:00.000Z - Updated: 2026-05-22T15:55:55.000Z - Description: The products I finished lately, what I’m repurchasing or replacing, and the new additions I’ll be testing on afro 4B/4C hair with LPP alopecia - Author: Jess - Tags: Beauty & Skincare, #Empties, #Amika, #The Ordinary, #Umberto Giannini, #Les Secrets de Loly, #OUAI, #Olaplex, #Fenty, #ColorWOW, #Moroccanoil, #Skala *Hey there, I’m Jess* ✨*. On* [***The Signature***](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/about-me/)*, I share reflections on beauty, routines, travel, wellness, culture, and everyday life. For those drawn to a calmer, more intentional way of living, I send a free newsletter each month on the 7th.* [***You're welcome to join***](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/#/portal/)*.* --- *Disclaimer: this content is not sponsored nor affiliated - I pay for everything that I use myself. This independence allows me to tell you what I have been loving the most with unbiased honesty.* --- I recently shared what [**life with alopecia**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/lpp-alopecia-hair-routine/) is like, the haircare routines I have had to tweak and how it changed my whole identity. As I truly focus on properly using and finishing my beauty, this monthly edition will be focused on haircare empties. [My Hair Routine with LPP Alopecia (Afro Hair, 4B/4C)From lifelong straightening to embracing my natural texture, this is how LPP alopecia reshaped my hair routine and how I care for my afro hair![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)The SignatureJess![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/67/5867d415-55cd-4f42-962a-67b9b6110b2c/content/images/thumbnail/photo-1709117484651-848defe6eb78.jpeg)](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/lpp-alopecia-hair-routine/) #### Check all past empties reviews: - [****March 2026**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/caudalie-vinoperfect-review/) - [****February 2026**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/beauty-empties-review-february-2026/) - [****January 2026**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/yepoda-face-mist-review/) - [****December 2025**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/lumene-moisturiser-cream-review/) - [****November 2025**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/beauty-skincare-reviews-november-2025/) - [****September 2025**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/charlotte-tilbury-moisturiser-review/) - [****August 2025**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/7-beauty-skincare-products-i-finished-august-2025-empties/) - [****July 2025**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/beauty-recap-7-skincare-products-finished-july-2025/) - [****June 2025**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/empties-dont-lie-my-june-2025-edit-on-wellness-beauty-and-skincare/) - [****May 2025**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/may-2025-beauty-empties-honest-reviews-on-finished-products/) - [****April 2025**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/beauty-review-of-products-april-2025-algarve-home-edition/) - [****March 2025**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/beauty-review-of-products-march-2025/) - [****February 2025**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/beauty-review-of-products-february-2025/) - [****January 2025**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/beauty-review-of-products-january-2025/) - [****November 2024**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/beauty-review-of-products-november-2024/) - [****September 2024**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/beauty-review-of-products-september-2024/) - [****July 2024**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/beauty-review-of-products-july-2024/) - [****Winter 2023**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/beauty-review-of-products-used-in-european-winter-2023/) *Here are the haircare products I finished recently, what I am replacing them with (or not) and whether I would buy them again:* ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/67/5867d415-55cd-4f42-962a-67b9b6110b2c/content/images/2026/05/IMG_8133.jpg) **My haircare empties in May 2026* ## AMIKA Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Shampoo, Conditioner and Leave-In I don't know how it happened but I arrived late to the party and only started using **Amika**'s products in 2025, after a colleague of mine, who has the most gorgeous hair, mentioned it's one of her favourite go-to brands. A few months after, I can attest that it's one of the best brands I have ever used on my hair and the one that made me put my trusty **Moroccanoil** products to the side. I started with the full *Hydro Rush Intense* range, with Shampoo, Conditioner and Leave-In. You can check [**my full hair wash routine here**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/lpp-alopecia-hair-routine/). I love the shampoo and use it weekly. I cannot say the conditioner is the one product that gives me the best slip but it's good enough for detangling. The leave-in spray is a must, as I use it before weekly detangling my hair on wash day when I have not used a mask. I still have to try the **Hydro Rush Intense Hair Mask** soon, but overall, I am very satisfied with what I have tried so far. *Verdict: not only would I purchase these products again but I have replaced all three with new bottles of each and have a few more in stock. The only other leave-in I'd like to try is from *Amika's Freeze Me Not* collection.* ## AMIKA Dream Routine Overnight Treatment Although the bottle is a similar shade of blue, the Dream Routine Overnight Treatment is not a part of the aforementioned Hydro Rush Intense collection. I had never used an overnight cream before and now I can't go without. On evenings, I apply a few pumps on my hair length before protecting it under a silk bonnet. In the morning, the hair is moisturised and less brittle, great for my weekday french braid or bun styles. *Verdict: love it so much I have already started a new bottle.* ## MOROCCANOIL Treatment Oil You might feel you have already seen me talk about this product before? It's because [**I have indeed**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/beauty-review-of-products-november-2024/). I go through one every other month since 2012, I love putting a few drops with my hydrating or detangling cream before styling my hair in the morning. I just can't get enough of that amazing smell, that is why [**I also purchased the brand's new perfume**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/the-perfumes-that-witnessed-my-work-wins-weekends-bliss-and-world-wanderings/). *Verdict: even if I have been a loyal user of this product, I am steering towards the The Ordinary Oil I mention below. I will finish the stash I have and not sure I will repurchase this in the near future.* ## SKALA Vitamin Bomb Hair Mask Using this hair mask with hyaluronic acid was a pleasant surprise. Skala is not a go-to brand for me and I purchased it as I was in desperate need of an hair mask and had none. With its huge 1-kg container, I would leave the mask on my hair for hours after washing. It gave immediate slip and made my hair easier for the detangling process. It's a yes for me! *Verdict: I enjoyed it and would purchase it again.* ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/67/5867d415-55cd-4f42-962a-67b9b6110b2c/content/images/2025/08/IMG_4150.jpg) **My hair after applying this hydrating hair mask from Skala* ## THE ORDINARY Multi Peptide Serum for Hair Density This product is part of [**my evening skincare routine**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/beauty-my-nighttime-skincare-routine/), that I apply on my roots after double cleansing my face. This serum is a concentrated leave-in formula designed to support the scalp and give you thicker, denser, fuller-looking hair. The formula is lightweight and offers a combination of peptide technologies alongside a series of plant-based extracts. This formula contains REDENSYL™, Procapil™, CAPIXYL™, BAICAPIL™, AnaGain™, and High-Solubility Caffeine. *Verdict: This was my second bottle, as* [***I finished the previous one last year***](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/beauty-recap-7-skincare-products-finished-july-2025/)*. I have another bottle to start soon. I use this hair serum with low expectations as* [***I have LPP alopecia***](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/lpp-alopecia-hair-routine/) *so I don't believe any product can truly change my hair nature at this point. But if it does not cause more inflammation on my scalp, I might as well continue.* ## THE ORDINARY Squalane Oil How did I miss out on the wonders of squalane oil for so many years? It's a very versatile oil that can be used either for skincare or haircare. This version by The Ordinary is made with 100% Plant-Derived Squalane and helps preserve hydration. I have been focusing on warming a few drops in my palms and I focus on my hair ends, before putting on my silk bonnet at night. *Verdict: I loved this product and do not have in stock unfortunately. I have been using Lumene's Hair Oil but not loving in nearly as much. I will need to repurchase it soon!* ## UMBERTO GIANNINI Boho Beach Jelly Coconut Oil Scrunching Jelly When my hair is freshly washed I shape the curls with hair gel and use it loose or do what I just baptised a sun bun. I am still learning as it is a lenghty process and I only started doing it when I went fully natural a few years ago. I am still looking for the best hair gel for me, and loved this Umberto Giannini one I purchased during a road trip to Namibia and urgently needed a jelly to style my hair. It is sticky on the hands when applying but has a great hold for daily usage, without leaving residue. *Verdict: I enjoyed this product and do not have in stock. I will need to repurchase it soon and try something else in the meantime.* ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/67/5867d415-55cd-4f42-962a-67b9b6110b2c/content/images/2026/05/IMG_8134.jpg) **My haircare empties in May 2026* --- ## What I bought in Paris... I always write about products that I used until the last drop but let's switch things up and talk about what is new as well. After realising on [**my latest trip to Paris**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/the-signature-21/) how these brands were all the rage...I got curious about what to try next I couldn't resist but bring a few new items back home. After checking many reviews, I went to Sephora and I wanted to test how they would fit into my haircare routine and hair needs. Cannot wait to try them so I will keep you posted on my thoughts in future empties reviews. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/67/5867d415-55cd-4f42-962a-67b9b6110b2c/content/images/2026/05/IMG_7478-2-1.jpg) **A few haircare purchases I did in Paris a few weeks ago: Les Secrets de Loly, Fenty Hair, Amika, OUAI, Olaplex and ColorWOW* [Sephora Middle East Review: Everything I Bought in DubaiFrom aggressive sales tactics and viral beauty brands to a massive skincare and haircare haul, here is what Sephora Dubai actually feels like![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)The SignatureJess![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/67/5867d415-55cd-4f42-962a-67b9b6110b2c/content/images/size/w1200/2026/05/sephora-mall-emirates-dubai.jpg)](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/sephora-dubai-beauty-review/) ## Les Secrets de Loly I was influenced not only by the adverts all around Paris but as well by my dear Chacha. I have yet to try these products but I love the brand's story and how inclusive it is in making all types of hair feel seen and cared for. And how gorgeous and vibrant is the branding? I purchased: - Perfect Clean Shampoo - Pink Paradise Conditioner - Kurl Nectar Hair Primer - Boost Curl Jelly ## Fenty Hair A work colleague recently gave me a Brown Mascara which turned out to be my first Fenty product. I know it is a very popular brand in stores and on social media, but I had yet to try it. Jump to a few weeks later, and I purchased this 4-product bundle to try the Fenty Hair line. The bundle had small size bottles of: - The Rich One Moisture Repair Shampoo - The Richer One Moisture Repair Deep Conditioner - The Comeback Kid Instant Damage Repair Treatment - The Protective Type 5-in-1 Heat Protectant Styler ## OUAI I read that one a month, we need to clarify our hair from all the product buildup. I did not know that. After some research, I saw several "detox shampoos" and OUAI's came best recommended. I have yet to try it to share my opinion on it. ## COLORWOW This was totally a social media influenced product. Dream Coat Extra Strength by ColorWOW is raved as a must before applying heat to one's hair, to coat it and preserve the heat styling for longer. I rarely apply heat on my hair. I used to, on a weekly basis, a lifetime ago, before I discovered I had Alopecia - but next time I do, I will try it. ## OLAPLEX Nº3 PLUS I have been [**a faithful user of Olaplex Nº3**](https://www.thesignaturejess.com/404/) for almost a decade and I was very excited to learn they had reformulated a product that already works wonders for me. This new version not only promises to act faster - dropping from 30 to 10 minutes - but is also a bigger container. 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