Tweak your haircare routine for better results!

TIPS for having radiant, healthy hair

Proper hair care will lead to healthier, beautiful looking hair.  Whereas, poor hair care tactics or not taking care of your hair can cause breakage, split ends, fly aways, dull hair, frizzies and early hair loss.

 

Hair is “dead”, and we cannot permanently repair any damage that happens to it.  You only get one chance with your hair!  This is why it is so important to treat your hair properly, so as to prevent damage.  One essential part of this is to adopt a good hair care routine and keep chemical treatments like perming and bleaching to a minimum, as they weaken the hair.

 

·        Use the right amount of shampoo.  Too much shampoo can strip your hair of its natural oils and moisture.  While you’re in the shower, remember not to scrub too hard and make sure you rinse your hair properly.

·        Detangle your hair before you wash it.  A good bristle brush and a little elbow grease can go a long way.  Detangling helps to loosen dirt and dead skin cells from the scalp so they can be easily washed out.

·        Always use a soft hairbrush.  Combs and brushes with sharp bristles can irritate your scalp even further.  Do yourself a favour and comb your hair with a soft hairbrush whose bristles are made from natural animal’s hairs; it is softer and more flexible which means less damage will be done to your hair.

·        Remember, you shampoo the scalp and condition the hair! So thoroughly wet your hair and scalp, pour a small amount of shampoo into the palm of your hand, rub them together and apply this to the scalp as directly as possible.  Massage it into the scalp making sure the scalp is cleaned all over well and rinse well.  Apply conditioner to your hair, not your scalp. Try to spread it evenly throughout your hair avoiding the root of your hair and leave it in for a few minutes before rinsing well.

·        Rinse, rinse, rinse and then rinse some more.  You simply can’t rinse your hair enough.  Leaving any shampoo residue on your scalp could dry your scalp and hair or attract dirt.  A good rule of thumb is to rinse your hair for a full two minutes longer than you would normally rinse.  If your hair is really clean and well rinsed, it should squeak between your fingers.

·        Avoid using hair products with formaldehyde or alcohol in them, as they will dry out your hair by stripping the lipids from the natural moisture barrier in the hair shaft.  Stiff, straw-like hair is a clear indication that it has been stripped of what nature intended to be there. 

·        Avoid using hair products with waxes or silicones as their ingredients because they will clog up the hair cuticles causing limp, lifeless hair as well as not allowing your colour treatment to penetrate evenly.

 

Revival Daily-Use Shampoo and Conditioner by ASK Cosmetics Inc. of Canada

Products available on their webshop, click here:  http://www.askcosmetics.com/  or call toll-free 1-877-275-5566 to order directly.

 

For additional information on achieving and maintaining the healthiest, most voluminous hair possible, check these out:

 

The Skinny on Hair Colouration

 

Longing for radiant, healthy hair this summer?

 

Thanks for stopping by.  Sending awesome thoughts your way, Lisa M.

 

 

 

♥ Park Avenue Beer Shampoo ~ Review ♥

Recently i grabbed this Park Avenue Beer Shampoo(read my haul post here) at the local Super market and i was pretty excited to try a different beer shampoo this time. For long i have been loving Lush Cynthia Sylvia Stout Beer Shampoo

If not for the price, i would have been happiest to use Lush every time i wash my hair!! But its quite expensive for the daily use so i exclusively use it on weekends and when am stepping out of the house.

So Park Avenue Beer Shampoo was a lovely welcome. I have used this one for almost 5-6 hair washes and now i think i finally have my opinion ready to share with you all beauty junkies out there!!!

Qty ~ 200 ML
Price ~ 160 INR

What i ♥ ~

• Comes in a travel friendly, flip cap plastic bottle.
• Love the golden hue of the shampoo.
• Need half the quantity of the shampoo used when compared to LUSH.
• Shampoo lathers well, certainly frothy.
• Leaves the hair soft and silky.
• Not at all expensive when compared to LUSH.

What i don't ♥ ~

• I absolutely hate the smell of the shampoo, it really smells like beer (i love the smell of LUSH though which smells like South Indian Sweet Pudding... LOL ^.^ ).
• It doesn't claim adding any bounce to hair so no complaint but when compared to LUSH there's absolutely no bounce in the hair.

Other than bounce and smell, its a great shampoo. But personally i would go for Lush Cynthia Sylvia Stout Beer Shampoo

As it not only gives a great bounce to my fine hair, it makes my hair soft and silky and not to forget the lovely fragrance it leaves behind. With such an amazing result, spending double the amount is definitely not an issue for me.

So whats your fav beer shampoo? Are you okay with shampoos smelling like beer?

♥ Sangy

How can I purchase TIPS Nail Conditioner?

The question arises time and time again about how people can purchase TIPS Nail Conditioner or any of the other nail, skin and hair care products by ASK Cosmetics Inc. 

 

At present ASK Cosmetics offers the following items:

 

Nail Care products: 

 

 

TIPS Nail Conditioner, Contour Nail File, TIPS for Toes

 

 

Skin Care products:

 

Revival Hand & Nail Cleanser, Revival Skin Conditioning Milk

 

 

Hair Care products:

 

Revival Daily-Use Shampoo, Revival Hair Conditioner

 

 

Nailwear products:

 

 

Revival Nail Polish Remover, a variety of high quality nail lacquers, all of which are Big 3 free, camphor free, vegan friendly

 

Complete details, including prices and kit configurations, can be found on the

ASK Cosmetics website - click here.

 

Current Deal:

 

TIPS Nail Conditioner + Contour Nail File = $15.99 + free shipping & handling internationally

 

If you have ever considered trying out the flagship product called TIPS Nail Conditioner by ASK Cosmetics to get rid of:  peeling, splitting, cracking, breaking, chipping, weak nails and those ugly hangnails, now is the time.  This deal is only valid while supplies last.  You must also use the promo code:  "Stocking Stuffer TIPS Kit in order to receive this amazing offer.

Please note that ASK Cosmetics' products cannot be purchased in any retail stores. 
 

All ASK Cosmetics products can be obtained directly on their online shop/website, by phone toll-free 1-877-275-5566 or through the shopping networks:  The Shopping Channel in Canada and QVC in the USA.  Caution - not all items are offered in the USA (i.e. hair care items) and prices vary slightly.  The above-mentioned deal is ONLY offered through the ASK Cosmetics online shop!!

 

More swatches, tutorials, testimonials from participants in the ASK Cosmetics Challenges, helpful consumer information on skin as well as hair care and my favourite topic:  nail care are coming your way in 2013.

 

Hope everyone finished off 2012 with a bang.  Thanks for stopping by,  Lisa M.

 

 

 

 

 

 

♥ Random Haul ~ Daily Essentials ♥

Its been a while since i did any beauty or daily care shopping in a mall or supermarket. For ages now its been online consistently. And when i had chance and time to go through things leisurely i just realized how therapeutic and soothing this kinda of shopping is too!! Well... here are few things i picked as my Daily Essentials ~

Himalaya Herbals Anti - Dandruff Shampoo is a re-purchase and so is Clean n Clear Skin Balancing Moisturizer. Shampoo i really couldn't even try and it was long emptied by my Dear H, he seemed to have liked it alot and so i had to re-purchase it in a bigger size this time. So even after long time i atleast get to try and see how this shampoo is!! And i absolutely love the  Clean n Clear Skin Balancing Moisturizer which is a must in my daily essentials skin care routine!! I have a rather moody skin, sometimes too dry and sometimes too oily and sometimes just nice and normal. And to have a moisturizer that suits all my skin moods was rather difficult to get and i am so glad i gave a try with this one. Its just perfect for my oh-so-moody skin, whatever mood it is in i don't see a breakout now!!   

What am most excited about right now is the 'Beer Shampoo' from Park Avenue. I have already used Lush Cynthia Sylvia Stout Beer Shampoo and i already love it. But i find it rather expensive (100g for 530 INR) and when i found this Park Avenue Beer Shampoo (200 ml for 160 INR) i wanted to try. If i get similar or closer result in lesser price then why not?? But when it still depends on how much its gonna impress me at the end!! I still don't mind spending few extra INR if i love the way my hair feels!!! What say lovelies???

Have you tried the Park Avenue Beer Shampoo?? What are your thoughts?

Do you love Beer Shampoos? Whats your fav one???

♥ Sangy

Hair Care 1 ~ Color Preserving Products

I have been there, done that!!!

Yes i did color my hair at home, got it colored at Salons only to realise its not my cup of Tea. Color Treatment involves lot of work later ~ Moisturizing the locks well; avoiding harsh blow-drying, regular shampoos, hot Sun etc etc...

So when you are planning for Color Treatment, remember to stock up on good Color Protection Shampoos and Conditioners. I thought most of them knew this, until later i saw my friend picking up normal shampoo and conditioner when actually she colors her hair frequently. Normal Shampoo is also harsh on color treated hair stripping away the color which leads to more and more coloring and also results in dry-coarse hair. Most or all of the Color Protectant Shampoos have UV Filters which is a must especially in Summer if you want the color to Last.

Hair Care 1 ~ Color Preserving Products

Pick color-preserving products like a mild shampoo and moisturizing conditioner, which build up the hair fibers that were damaged from coloring. Once a week, smooth on a deep conditioning treatment to restore hydration and promote shine.

Options to Choose from ~

L'Oreal Paris Color Protect Protecting Shampoo - 200 ML

Price ~ 130 INR

Available ~ UrbanTouch

L'Oreal Paris Color Protect Protecting Conditioner - 180 ML

Price ~ 150 INR @ UrbanTouch, 142 INR @ StyleCraze

Available ~ UrbanTouch , StyleCraze

L'Oreal Professional Expert Vitamino Color Protect Shampoo -

Price ~ 475 INR

Available ~ StyleCraze

Sunsilk Keratinology Sun Kissed Color Therapy Shampoo - 200 ML

Price ~ 200 INR

Available ~ StyleCraze

Sunsilk Keratinology Sun Kissed Color Therapy Conditioner - 200 ML

Price ~ 200 INR

Available ~ StyleCraze

Matrix Biolage Color Care Shampoo - 200 ML

Price ~ 190 INR

Available ~ StyleCraze

Matrix Biolage Color Care Conditioner - 196 ML

Price ~ 285 INR

Available ~ StyleCraze

Best Deal  ~

L'Oreal Color Protect Protecting Shampoo 200 ML + Conditioner worth 80 INR free

Price ~ 123 INR

Available ~ StyleCraze

Till next time....

XoXo

Sangy

Review: Nioxin Volumizing Reflectives Bliss Thermal Protector

I don't know if you're familiar with the hair-care brand Nioxin. For those of you who aren't, it is a salon-exclusive brand and they have a very vast range of treatments and hair products to suit each and every possible hair condition/type. It's not on the cheap side, but the products are worth every Euro-cent! Today, I bring to you, Nioxin Volumizing Reflectives Bliss Thermal Protector.

Let's see what it is all about:

'Bliss Thermal Protector is a virtually weightless leave-in conditioner and de-tangler for fine hair.   Instantly repairs cuticle damage and increases tensile strength while restoring and maintaining hair's natural moisture balance.  BioAMP (TM) adds dimension from inside the cuticle and strengthens the hair shaft.  Triple-action formula provides thermal, mechanical and environmental protection to hair.  Increases manageability of difficult to style hair.

This is the right product for me because I have fine hair that's very very very difficult to manage and style! Before I started using this product, my blow-dry wouldn't last for an hour!! My hair would just lay flat and straight again.

Discovering this gem was like heaven for me... and my hair ;) I use it on towel-dried hair prior to styling and my hair stays in shape all day/night! I sometimes also use it on dry hair to refresh my style.  What you get is 200ml of product in an ordinary pump spray bottle.  The product itself smells quite nice actually and a little goes a long way. I usually use three or four pumps and them comb them through for an even distribution.  If I use excess product, irrespective of what it is, I will always end up with greasy hair the day after, so I always say less is more for my hair. Then of course, adapt the amount to your individual tastes and requirements.

The spray is not sticky and has a liquid consistency but it's not too watery and is rapidly absorbed.  Another tip is to towel-dry the hair really well if you're using it on wet hair, otherwise the product will be too dilute and won't be as effective.

I highly recommend this product to anyone who has long, fine, thin and life-less hair and wants to give it some volume and make sure the styling holds on for hours on end. This product is only available in authorized salons.

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Review: Senscience Brilliant Defence

Here's a short hair-related product review for today! Senscience Brilliant Defence has been accompanying me from summer to summer and I use it even in winter. Basically, it is a UV hair protector spray that can be used both on wet and dry hair. I like to carry it in my beach bag to protect my hair while I'm at the beach mostly but I also use it to give my hair some shine when needed.

Basically, you get 200ml of product in a slightly curvy bottle (I guess it's to resemble the company logo) with a pump spray dispenser.

I think 200ml is a good volume because you only need a few sprays (otherwise the hair will turn greasy) and this product has a 30 month expiry period, therefore good value for money.

The product is transparent and has a nice smell, very similar to that of setting hair spray. I think it really does its job because apart from leaving my hair smelling nice all day, I never had dry hair in summer caused from exposure to the sun's UV rays.

Like I said, I also like to use this spray to give my hair some shine when it needs it. My hair is oily so I tend to wash it frequently. Despite giving it a treatment every once in a while, it may lack shine due to it becoming overly dry from washing. For me, this is the only product I need to revive it in no time!

Overall I really recommend this product especially for summer hair care if you want to prevent your locks from becoming burnt from the sun. Sescience is a salon-exclusive brand and is found in leading hair salons.

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Review: Senscience Pliable Shine

Today, I will be reviewing Senscience Pliable Shine. I bought this from my hairdresser a while ago because she uses it on me after blow-drying my hair. She used to use an anti-frizz serum but they really made my hair lack-lustre, greasy and the style wouldn't hold on for long... often the morning after it would all be flat and straight again; so one day she decided to start using this product instead.


Basically, you get 50ml of wax/pomade in this small jar. The pomade has medium hold which is good for me as I tend to wash my hair every other day. The product is also very flexible and it's not sticky at all. I really love the smell of it... it's kind of fruity.

What I do is warm the wax for just a few seconds in the jar itself with the hair-dryer, then take a small amount, rub it between my hands and distribute it among the ends of my hair (after drying and styling); et voila... styling at its best without fearing it won't hold! I like to use this product mostly when I have my hair flicked. I do not recommend using this product when your hair is wet and you have yet to dry it as it tends to flake (pretty much like the dandruff you get when using a lot of gel and sleeping in it).

With regards pricing, this was a bit expensive as it is a salon-exclusive product but it's worth it as you only need a small amount of product and 50ml are quite a lot. For me, it doesn't make my hair greasy and the style holds for about 2 days so it's definitely a keeper!