Monday, 18 November 2013

Keep your hair in good condition



The winter weather and change in temperatures going from the warm indoors to the cold outside can have an effect on your hair. So, here are some goodies to help protect and replenish it.

The Daniel Galvin Hair of the Dog Package, £55
When Christmas becomes all too much and you need to take time out to relax for some “me-time”, treat yourself to this great value package (a 20-per-cent saving on regular prices) which includes an intensive hair repair masque, a shoulder massage and blow-dry. After this you will be ready to face the world.







Redken Diamond Oil Shatterproof Shine, £31.99
Lovely and light, this silicone-free oil is quickly absorbed into the hair, leaving no residue. Whether you use as a pre-shampoo treatment, an overnight leave-in treatment or as a protectant before you blow-dry your hair or use as a finishing product, you can be assured your locks will look glossy and healthier. This oil comes in two formulations, one for fine and the other for thick/coarse hair.

L’huile de Leonor Greyl, £27.54, from Nyumba and Josh Wood Atelier
Leonor Greyl is a highly-regarded haircare range from Paris. If your tresses are in urgent need of an injection of moisture, try this superb product containing botanical oils. Used as a pre-shampoo treatment dry, frizzy hair, will be protected from the elements and left silkier and smoother. If your coloured hair  is really frazzled leave on all night.

Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask, £24.75, feelunique.com
When your hair is feeling particularly dry, apply and leave overnight and rinse off in the morning and then shampoo and condition as normal. Helps tame frizz and leaves hair feeling super soft and silky.

Kiehls Creme with Silk Groom, £18
Stylists adore this product and once you have used it, you will see, if you have frizzy hair, why.  Protects and conditions without making the hair feel greasy. Great for defining curls. A little goes a long way.

Wella Professionals Enrich Self Warming Treat, £12.05
Enhanced with apricot oil and shea butter, this is a treat for parched hair. It is a fast-working treatment that will help replenish and restore your hair making it feel super soft.

Aussie Miracle Recharge Frizz Remedy, £4.49
Keep this spray handy for when your hair gets a frizz attack. This lightweight conditioning spray will help to calm it. Can be used on wet or dry hair.

Cloud Nine Magical Potion,£6.95
Perfect  for fine hair, this lightweight multi-tasking  conditioner protects hair from heat, helps cut down on drying time and helps prevent static. It is ideal for holidays as it contains a UV filter.

Color Wow Speed Dry Blow-Dry Spray, £16.50
If you have coloured hair, you should give this a whirl. This alcohol-free quick-dry formula helps to lock moisture inside the cuticle and strengthen hair.

By Daralyn Danns