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Schwarzkopf BC Cell Therapy Repair Rescue Range Review, Hair Care India, Shampoo, Conditioner, Hair Mask

Schwarzkopf BC Cell Therapy Repair Rescue Range Review

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Schwarzkopf BC Cell Therapy Repair Rescue Range Review

I have been using this Schwarzkopf BC Bonacure Cell Therapy Repair Rescue Range (that was quite a mouthful!) since a long time now. And also other styling products and serum from Schwarzkopf.

Here is the review..

BC REPAIR RESCUE

For Damaged, Distressed or Porous Hair

100% hair replenishment
100% resilience
95% less hair breakage

High Concentration of Proteo-Lipids

The secret to BC REPAIR RESCUE lies in our highest concentration of breakthrough proteolipids, a powerful combination of hydrolyzed keratin and lipid components, that restore the protective layer of virgin hair. The Amino Cell Rebuild, with Amino Acids and Panthenol, acts to perfect the cortex, rebuilding the architecture of the hair from the inside out, restoring strength and elasticity, while adding vital moisture. The Cell Perfector Technology provides additional care – repairing the hair by filling structural gaps, restoring elasticity and imparting deep shine throughout.

BC REPAIR RESCUE Deep Nourishing Shampoo
What is it: An intensively caring shampoo for extremely damaged normal to thick hair. Cleanses, nourishes & detangles extremely damaged hair. The formula with new cell perfector technology and higher restore the inner structure for natural strength and elasticity.

How to use:
Apply to wet hair
Massage through
Leave for 1-2 minutes
Rinse thoroughly
Suitable for daily use

MRP: Rs.750/- for 250ml

Ingredients:

BC REPAIR RESCUE Conditioner
What is it: Intensive creamy conditioner for damaged hair.Repair rescue conditioner with new cell perfector technology and higher concentration of Proteolipids to detangle the hair while intensely sealing the hair cuticle, restoring natural strength and elasticity to damaged hair at a cellular level.

How to use:
Apply to the mid-lengths and ends of towel-dried hair and work through
Comb through
Work the product into the hair
Leave for 2 minutes
Rinse thoroughly
Suitable for daily use

MRP: Rs.750/- for 200ml

Ingredients:

BC REPAIR RESCUE Deep Nourishing Treatment (Hair Mask)
What is it: The most intensive BC treatment for extremely damaged normal to thick hair.

How to use:
Apply to the mid-lengths and ends of towel-dried hair and work through
Comb through
Leave for 5-10 minutes
Rinse thoroughly
Use 1-2 times per week

MRP: Rs.900/- for 200ml

Ingredients:

I love the red and white packaging. The first can shaped packaging shampoo I own, its different. Though not very travel friendly coz of the size.

Entire range is white in color and smells nice like a salon treatment does. The shampoo is runny but foams well. Cleanses scalp amazingly well, gets rid of all the dirt and grime. It is not drying and detangles hair. Its perfect for daily use too.

Conditioner is slightly runny. I like my conditioners rich and creamy. I did not find the conditioner rich or hydrating enough. My ends need more hydration and runny,liquid type conditioners do not work for me, This conditioner might work for someone with oily hair and scalp.

Coming to the hair mask, its the best in this range! Its thick, rich and creamy. It hydrates the hair really well with no heaviness. Hair does not weigh down. It is like a deep conditioning spa at home. I use it once a week or so coz it requires extra time and I am usually late and running :p But still whenever I use it, hair is super soft and smooth. No frizz or weighing down.

Overall, I would say I loved the shampoo and mask in this range. I did not like the conditioner much and when I use the three together, the results are amazing coz the last thing is the mask.

Rating:

Shampoo- 3.75/5

Conditioner- 2.75/5

Hair Mask- 4/5

Have you tried the Schwarzkopf BC Cell Therapy Repair Rescue Range? Or any other Schwarzkopf Professional Range? Your favourite?

P.S: PR Samples. Honest Review.

Dove Hamper Giveaway- 5 winners

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Dove Hamper Giveaway- 5 winners

‘It was a Saturday night, I was getting ready for the biggest party in town, when the mirror asked me, do you think your hair is well nourished?’ Well, I have virgin hair and I haven’t really colored or straightened my hair ever. I have just got the Cysteine treatment done once which is very safe and lasts hardly a month and a half or so. But I have been hardly oiling my hair from the last one year or so and I know my hair has turned drier. Also a lot more unmanageable and frizzy. I can so no, not well nourished enough.

Come winters and my biggest problem is dandruff. The scalp is super dry and itchy these days and I have been trying 1-2 anti-dandruff shampoos but no luck yet. I know I have to take extra care of my hair too and not just skin, and that goes for most of us I believe. We all take our hair for granted and torcher it. No one would dare risk their skin with any new treatment or product easily. But for hair, bring on the heat and hairstyles,right! 😀

I think its the perfect time for me to try this Dove range as it promises to nourish my dry hair and ends, and also help with dandruff at the same time. Dove has always worked for my hair as its creamy and hydrating, especially the conditioners. It leaves my hair soft and smooth. My hair needs the nourishment like NOW!

What about you guys ? Do you think your hair is well nourished ??

Here is a contest for you all and 5 of you  get a chance to try this range too.

What you need to do :

1. Subscribe to the blog’s email updates HERE. (Just confirm and verify the link you get in the mail)

2. Like our page on facebook and share the pic along with the link tagging 5 of your friends. (You can also share the pic and link I have already shared on the page)

3. Follow @bhumika_t on twitter and tweet ‘Enter & RT to win @bhumika_t’s #giveaway of #Dove Hampers and a Panasonic Hair Dryer here https://www.newlove-makeup.com/2014/11/dove-hamper-giveaway-5-winners.html ‘

4. Follow @bhumika_t on Instagram and repost the image I have uploaded tagging me and 5 friends.

5. Answer in the comments below ‘Do you think your hair is well nourished? And why ?’

Prize: 5 Readers with best comments win these Dove Hampers. And one of the 5 lucky winners will be chosen to participate in the Google Hangout organized by the Femina Made By You team !

Open to Indian residents only. Winners will be picked by me and the Dove team. It starts today and ends in 2 days on 19th November. Real short and quick. Don’t waste time 😀

Good Luck 🙂

BBLUNT Perfect Balance Shampoo, Intense Moisture Conditioner Review

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BBLUNT Perfect Balance Shampoo, Intense Moisture Conditioner Review

What the Company claims: Perfect Balance Shampoo For Normal To Dry Hair

This pick-me-up for your hair gives it great moisture balance. Its unique formula gives you perfectly cleansed, healthy hair. An everyday fix made simple.

Ingredients: Glycerin & Provitamin B5

Specially created for Indian hair with a unique colour protect formula.

HOW TO USE: Thoroughly wet hair. Take one pump or more and spread evenly by massaging the scalp with gentle circular motions and running the fingers through the lengths of the hair. Rinse out thoroughly. Repeat if necessary.

Ingredients List:

MRP: Rs.500/- for 400ml

You can buy it online HERE or from any BBLUNT salons.

What the Company claims: Intense Moisture Conditioner For Seriously Dry Hair
This moisture-rich conditioner makes out-of-control hair manageable. It smoothens, softens and adds shine. Show your hair some love.

Ingredients: Jojoba, Vitamin E, Hydrolyzed Keratin & Wheat germ oil

Specially created for Indian hair with a unique colour protect formula.

HOW TO USE: Remove excess water after shampooing. Apply evenly to lengths and ends, avoiding the scalp. Leave on for at least 3 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately.

Ingredients List:

MRP: Rs.375/- for 200g (Buy online HERE)

They have four different ranges in shampoo and conditioner:

  • Born Again- For Stressed Hair
  • Full on Volume- For Fine Hair
  • Perfect Balance- For Normal to Dry Hair
  • Intense Moisture- For Seriously Dry Hair

I got recommended the Perfect Balance in Shampoo and Intense Moisture in Conditioner after my hair consultation.

Shampoo and Conditioner are a part of Prep. They also have dry shampoo, foams and other styling products as a part of Style.

I have been using this from quite some time now. To start with, I love the packaging! So colorful and the shapes are fun too! Pump packaging in shampoos are very convenient, though not good for travel. You can pump it out in a small bottle for travelling. And the conditioner has a flip cap packaging.

Both are white in color and have a fresh smell. Shampoo is a little runny and does not foam too much but decent enough.

Shampoo cleanses the hair thoroughly well in one wash and hair does not feel dry after cleansing, it maintains the Ph balanace as claimed.

Conditioner is rich and creamy and since I have drier ends, its perfect for them.

Hair had less tangles while being washed. It gave volume and bounce to the hair. Hair was smoother with less frizz. But it does not give a sleek look or shine, I was not even expecting that.

It does not weigh the hair down. And is a normal no fuss shampoo that cleanses the hair thoroughly while maintaining the moisture balance. Hair is neither oily nor dry and stays so for 2 days. Its safe and light enough to use everyday too.

Conditioner is rich and creamy and moisturises the ends, but still did not weigh the hair down. Neither made it oily or greasy.

Both the shampoo and conditioner are decent enough and good for everyday use. They do not claim tall things. It is what you expect from a normal shampoo and conditioner.

Only availability is an issue. Its either available at BBLUNT salons or online.

It does not have SLS but does have SLES,it does not foam much, so mild enough to cleanse your hair and get rid of the dirt and grease.

Rating: 3.75/5

Have you tried anything from BBLUNT yet ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Shampoo,Conditioner Review

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Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Shampoo,Conditioner Review

What the Company claims: Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Range:  Enriched with the goodness of oils and fruit  vitamins,  Triple Nutrition nourishes and strengthens* the hair  from scalp,  through lengths to tips, leaving hair strong, nourished, shiny and manageable. This range has been specially developed for Indian women and has an exquisite fragrance. The conditioner can be applied on hair and scalp.

Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Strengthening Shampoo: Available in 80 ml for MRP Rs. 69, 175 ml for MRP Rs. 135, 340 ml for MRP Rs. 230, sachet:6.5ml for MRP Rs.3

 

Shampoo Ingredients:

Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Strengthening Conditioner: Available in 80 ml for MRP Rs. 70, 175 ml for MRP Rs. 135,sachet: 7.5ml for MRP Rs.4 

Conditioner Ingredients:

Recently Alia Bhatt,being the new Garnier Fructis Brand Ambassador, launched this new Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Strengthening Shampoo and Conditioner at Palladium Hotel.

It comes in a lovely yellow colored packaging. Triple Nutrition involves Coconut Oil, Almond Oil and  Olive Oil. I was never much impressed with Garnier Fructis range especially the conditioner, coz what I seek in a shampoo is smooth, silky, shiny hair which the previous range did not give me.  Though it helped in cleansing well and frizz control, straighter hair.

So I did not expect much from this range too, but reading the claims and ingredients, I did find it interesting.

L’Oreal Paris had launched the 6 Oil Nourish Range sometime back, and both L’Oreal and Garnier Fructis fall under the L’Oreal Paris group. So another oil based nourishing shampoo range from the same parent company, was intriguing.

The ingredients of both the ranges are quite similar. Even the 3 oils out of the 6 in L’Oreal 6 Oil Nourish Range are the same, with actually the slightly more expensive ones like Argan, Jojoba and Camelina being removed, when the price of both the ranges is exactly the same for the same quantity.

Though I would say its nice that its not completely oil based and has a blend of fruits like lemon, apple and sugarcane extracts too, which makes it lighter and perfect for oily scalp and hair.

Both the shampoo and conditioner are white in colour. Not too thick nor the runny kinds. I love the fresh lemon, apple smell!

Shampoo cleanses hair amazingly well in one single wash. If you have oiled your hair, you might need two washes. Conditioner is creamy but not rich. And not gel like which slips or falls from the hand, like in some brands. Its the perfect texture and moisturizing enough. Though they say you can use it on your scalp, I never use the conditioners on my scalp.

Leaves the hair softer, smoother and stays so for 2-3 days without the scalp feeling oily/greasy. And hair was tangle free. Though it does not help much in hairfall and dandruff, which I did not even expect it too.

If the shampoo/conditioner is not moisturizing enough, it may leave the hair dry, but if it is too rich and creamy, it weighs down oily scalp and hair, though works well for dry hair.

L’Oreal Paris 6 Oil Nourish Range is richer and perfect for dry hair. This one is moisturizing yet light enough for normal to oily hair.

Overall, I liked it. Much beyond expectations being Garnier Fructis. The 1st ever Garnier Fructis range that worked so well for me.

Have you tried the new Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Shampoo, Conditioner ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

New Launches: Revlon,L’Oreal Paris,Lotus Herbals,TRESemme,Colorbar

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New Launches: Revlon,L’Oreal Paris,Lotus Herbals,TRESemme,Colorbar

Hey guys,

So many new launches coming up. I thought of updating you guys with few interesting ones.

Revlon Parfumerie™ Scented Nail Enamel

Revlon Parfumerie™ Nail Enamel
Intoxicating Colors. Irresistible Scents.

Revlon introduces a whole new way to experience color with Revlon Parfumerie™ Scented Nail Enamel. These vibrant, shiny shades go on smoothly for flawless color and dry to provide a light, enticing fragrance that lasts all day. Revlon Parfumerie™ is a sensorial experience for your nails, exciting you from the moment you apply your color.

Revlon Parfumerie™ offers 15 delectable scented colors in a variety of finishes from creams to glitters. The collection is divided into 3 fragrance and color families: Fruits & Florals for exotic and fruity fragrance notes in vibrant, punchy shades; Sweets & Spices for woody, spicy fragrance notes in deep, rich shades and Freshes for crisp, clean scents in light and airy shades. This unique collection includes a sophisticated range of colors from Revlon, the color authority. The new bottles are worthy of display on the chicest vanity, and the shades are a mix of classic and on-trend colors.

Revlon Parfumerie™ uses fragrance and essential oils so you are given a scent that is reminiscent of your daily perfume. Fragrance is meant to be an accessory, and with Revlon Parfumerie™ Scented Nail Enamel you can change your nail color and scent as often as your mood to express your individuality!

FEATURES/BENEFITS/KEY INGREDIENTS:
• Vibrant, shiny shades that go on smoothly for flawless color and dry to light fragrance;
• Variety of beautiful nail finishes from creams to glitters;
• Luxurious scents that range from Bordeaux to African tea rose to fresh linen;
• Three fragrance categories: Fruits & Florals, Sweets & Spices and Freshes;
• Fragrance and essential oils give a scent that is reminiscent of your daily perfume;
• Layer complementary fragrances by painting an accent nail in a different shade/scent;
• Scents last all day.

SHADES (15):
• Fruits & Florals – African Tea Rose, , China Flower, Ginger Melon, Lime Basil, Orange Blossom
• Sweets & Spices – Autumn Spice, Balsam Fir, Bordeaux, , Moonlit Woods
• Freshes – Beachy, Fresh Linen, Powder Puff, Sunlit Grass, Surf Spray, Wintermint

L’Oreal Paris N*de Magic Foundation

N*de make-up is a rage this season with luminescent skin and light tones being seen on all the top fashion runways. L’Oréal Paris brings the trend to India with a product that gives your skin the perfect nude glamorous finish. L’Oréal Paris launches N*de Magic, a gorgeous light-weight daily use foundation in 6 shades that contains an innovative formula with light oils for perfect coverage and a velvety touch. It gives you that impeccable and radiant look you have always desired.

Nobody ever said foundation has to feel heavy. A magical invention from L’Oréal Paris laboratories, N*de Magic boasts of an airy, lighter-than-water formula that spreads 2x more than regular foundations giving your skin room to breathe and yet giving it a flawless finish.

New Application: This liquid powder foundation gives best results when shaken well before use. All you have to do is take the required amount of N*de Magic on your fingertips and then blend it in to your skin. The light liquid spreads evenly, gets easily absorbed and leaves a beautiful, talc-like finish to the skin.

New Finish: L’Oréal Paris N*de Magic promises –
* Zero Imperfection
* Zero Make up feel
* Absolutely even, perfectly radiant skin

New Texture:
* Lighter than water
* Fresh like water
* Infinite Glide

The L’Oréal Paris N*de Magic comes in an easy to use transparent bottle.

Usage Instructions:

* Gently turn the bottle upside down.
* The right amount drops onto your fingertips
* Apply directly with the pads of the fingers all over the face
* And voilà! You get absolutely even, perfectly radiant skin.

Price: The L’Oréal Paris N*de Magic foundation is priced at Rs.899/- and will be available at exclusive L’Oréal Paris outlets only.

Colorbar Fluid Sand Nail Lacquer & Just Smoky Eye Kajal

Yet another sand finish nail paint launch by a brand 😀 This time its Colorbar, though highly priced at Rs.499/-

Colorbar Just Smoky Eye Kajal comes in 3-4 shades including Black, Blue and Green. Has a smudger at the end. Priced at Rs.650/-

 

The formula gives smooth-powdery intense color pay-off combined with excellent blendability and waterproof long lastingness.

Features:

• Velvety soft texture

• Excellent Color Pay-off

• Waterproof

• Smudge-proof

• 10Hrs. + Stay

• Suitable for Waterline

• Suitable for those who wear Contact Lenses

MRP – Rs. 299 Qty. – 1.2g

 

TRESemmé Hair Spa Rejuvenation range.

New York fashionista’s favourite hair care brand – TRESemmé launches its latest salon innovation – the TRESemmé Hair Spa Rejuvenation range.

Emerging out of this growing salonisation trend across the country, born in a salon, TRESemmé introduces the specially designed Hair Spa Rejuvenation range. Together with a gentle massage on the scalp, it gives the benefit of a hair spa in the comfort of your home.

This new range is infused with marine mineral complex, essential nutrients and a fresh fragrance. The TRESemmé Hair Spa Rejuvenation shampoo cleanses hair leaving them freshly scented. It also prepares the scalp and hair
for the next step in the regimen.The TRESemmé Hair Spa Rejuvenation Massageable Conditioner is infused with hydrating marine mineral complex and helps soothe the scalp. It contains a nourishing blend of vitamins along with conditioning actives that protect hair from external traumas. Along with this, it contains ingredients like Helianthus Annus Seed oil which provides deep scalp nourishment. Antifungal and nourishing ingredients like Zinc Pyrithione and Lysiene have scalp barrier strengthening properties. For a rejuvenating experience, the conditioner is especially designed to massage the scalp and moisturize the hair. This prevents it from tangling, making it softer and smoother.

Regular conditioners VS the TRESemmé Massageable conditioner
Usually conditioners are applied to hair and then massaged from midlengths to tips. TRESemme’s massageable conditioner is meant to be applied both on the scalp and lengths of the hair. Infused with marine minerals and essential nutrients, it penetrates the scalp leaving it nourished and moisturized to look beautiful. The TRESemmé massageable conditioner for your scalp gives your hair body, with the freedom to style your hair the way you like.

The TRESemmé Hair Spa is a ritual. Diana Penty, TRESemmé brand ambassador now swears by it to pamper herself. “It is very easy to get trapped in a stressful routine working for long hours. It leaves me tired and my hair dull and extremely lifeless. Earlier, I had to take out time for long hair spa sessions at the salon but now thanks to the new TRESemmé spa range, I can unwind, de-stress and rejuvenate at home!”

Available in Shampoo and conditioner at a Retail store near you

Hair Spa Rejuvenation Shampoo – 200ml (Rs.180/-) ; 580ml (Rs.390/-)
Hair Spa Rejuvenation Conditioner – 200ml (Rs.180/-) ; 85ml (Rs.85/-)

Which is the most exciting and intriguing launch for you ? What are you looking forward to try on first ?

Pantene Total Damage Care Shampoo,Conditioner,Hair Mask Review

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Pantene Pro-V Total Damage Care Shampoo,Conditioner,Intensive Hair Mask Review
Ok, to start with, I was never a Pantene fan before. Had used it once long back and did not like it much, never tried Pantene again. So, this time when the Pantene team asked me to take their 14 day hair challenge with their all new and improved Pantene, I was like why not, let me give it a try.
The thing which intrigued me the most was their new Keratin Damage Blockers Technology. Even though the challenge was 14 days i.e 2 weeks, I was still using it for a longer time, though I did note the change in my hair in 2 weeks.
First, let us read and understand more about keratin porosis and the keratin damage blockers..
KERATIN-POROSIS IS THE ENEMY
The erosion of hair’s vital keratins and protein loss is the reason why hair becomes weaker and more brittle. Hair subsequently becomes more porous, ultimately leading to greater hair damage.
FIGHTING BACK AGAINST THE DAMAGES
The Keratin Damage Blockers targets, captures and neutralizes conditions that causes Keratin-Porosis, preventing keratin deficiency and strengthening the hair fiber from the inside out for healthier hair with every wash.
KERATIN-POROSIS EXPLAINED
Put the shine, strength and resilience back into your hair. Enjoy continuous improvements with every single wash, and benefit from the extra hair protection and better protein retention.
KERATIN DAMAGE BLOCKERS TECHNOLOGY IN SHAMPOOS
With the revolutionary Keratin Damage Blockers technology in the new line of shampoos* that preserves hair’s vital proteins and protects it from Keratin-Porosis, Pantene ushers a new era of damage-free hair!
KERATIN DAMAGE BLOCKERS EXPLAINED
Developed by 9 Global Hair Experts after 10 years of research, discover what goes behind the shine of Pantene’s Keratin Damage Blockers technology.

Ahaan, sounds good, does’nt it ? But, does it actually work ? Read on..

Pantene Total Damage Care Shampoo

Use daily to help prevent the 10 signs of hair damage. Now with Keratin Damage Blockers technology, it gives 99% damage protection for softer and more manageable hair.

Step 1 : Cleanse

MRP: Rs.152/- for 180ml

Ingredients:

Directions:

Step 1

Pantene Total Damage Care Conditioner

Formulated to help replenish the health of your damaged hair by moisturizing and protecting your cuticles. Use at every wash for continuous protection against the day-to-day damage inflicted on your hair.

Step 2 : Nourish

MRP: Rs.120/- for 175ml

Ingredients:

Directions:

Step 2

Pantene Total Damage Care Intensive Hair Mask

Provides daily deep hydration to moisturize and protect hair cuticles. Use once a week to enhance your hair care regimen for an extra boost of hydration and repair.

Step 3 : Protect

MRP: Rs.199/- for 135ml

Ingredients:

Directions: 

Step 3

Pantene Total Damage Care  Range comes in a pretty yellow and white packaging..though all Pantene range have the same packaging, I feel they should change some color somewhere to differentiate the range.

But, I like the fact that they are to be stored upside down. No struggle and waiting for the shampoo or conditioner to dispense when its half over as its already collected towards the opening. The mask also has a easy flip cap packaging in a tub.

The shampoo is pearly white in color and has a shine. Its runny and foams very well. Conditioner is a thick, white cream, and smooth and moisturising enough.

Hair feels smoother and softer after the first use itself. I have tried using the mask as a conditioner and skipping the conditioner and all three together too. I thought all three together would weigh down my hair, but I was so wrong.

Did not weigh down my hair at all. The mask is the hero of this range. Its the bomb.com

Intensive Hair Mask

I so love the mask. My hair feels amazingly soft and smooth with this range, especially with the mask. Though I use the mask only once a week. The conditioner is good too, but nothing beats the mask 😀

The best part, this mask is also available in Rs.10 sachet form, which is THE thing to carry, when you are travelling.

Though, it did not help much with dandruff,Does not even claim to. But, hair is manageable and non frizzy as claimed. And super soft and smooth. And, I believe the Keratin Damage Blockers technology is actually protecting my hair from damage and repairing it too.

Yes, I did see visible results in 14 days. You should absolutely take the 14 days challenge if yet not convinced.

I highly recommend this range !

Have you tried the new Pantene Total Damage Care Range ??

P.S: PR Samples. Honest Review.

Matrix Biolage Advanced Fiberstrong Treatment and Range Review

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Matrix Biolage Advanced Fiberstrong Treatment and Range Review

If you remember my #MakingUpWithMatrix posts on my facebook, twitter and Instagram, I had gone for this Matrix Biolage Advanced Fiberstrong Treatment at the Matrix Hair Academy. And later on, I was using this range to see the difference.

I was attended by Faiyaz Shaikh– Asst. Manager, Artistic at Matrix.

About the Fiberstrong range: BIOLAGE Advance FIBERSTRONG is the next generation of hair care from MATRIX that offers anti-hair fall hair products & services specially formulated to tackle weak, fragile and brittle hair.

Fiberstrong combines the goodness of Nature with BAMBOO and the power of Molecular Science with INTRA-CYLANE to give 95% less hair breakage in just 1 application. Bamboo passes on its strength to the hair promoting the elasticity of hair strands. Intra-cylane, an exclusive patented molecule, helps fill in the gaps and seals cuticles to reduce breakage. These indulgent ingredients help in creating a structural reinforcement system to strengthen weakened hair cuticles as they condition the hair for ultra -soft & smooth results.

It claims to have the power of Intra-Cylane and Bamboo extracts which gives 12 x stronger hair. Its a hair strengthening treatment against hair breakage and hair fall. And also claims to help reduce hair breakage by 95% in one application.

Step 1: At first, the hair is checked, by pulling one strand of your hair. If it goes back to its position and has elasticity and is strong enough. Upon that, its decided which stage of treatment your hair requires.

There are 3 stages:

Stage 1: Normal hair..not much breakage

Stage 2: Hair does not have enough elasticity and is prone to hair breakage

Stage 3: Damaged hair..breaks and falls easily.

Thankfully, I was falling under Stage 1, but Faiyaz said he would give the Stage 2 treatment so that I can see the difference.

Step 2: Hair wash and conditioning with the Matrix Biolage Advanced Fiberstrong Strengthening Shampoo and Conditioner.

Step 3: Fiberstrong Intra-Cylane Concentrate is applied on every section of hair.

Step 4: Fiberstrong Strengthening Masque is applied.

Step 6 and 7: Hair is rinsed and towel dried.

Step 8 : He applied Fiberstrong Strengthening Leave-in-cream and blow dried..and finished with few drops of Matrix Biolage Serum for shine.

This treatment is to be followed by using the Matrix Biolage Advanced Fiberstrong Strengthening Shampoo, Conditioner and leave-in-cream at home. Faiyaz made me feel my hair and I could definitely feel the difference.

For Stage 3 hair, special Aminexil ampules are used which anchor the roots and prevent hair fall.

The treatment costs anywhere between Rs.600- to Rs.1500/- depending on the hair damage stage and the salon. Its available in all salons which house Matrix services and products. Find a salon near you HERE

The products used..shampoo, conditioner, masque, leave-in-cream,serum and the intra-cylane concentrate.

And here is my before-after..

A front after shot..why break up when you can make up 😀

Coming to the Matrix Biolage Advanced Fiberstrong Strengthening shampoo and conditioner I was using later on..

Shampoo claims and usage:

MRP: Rs.270/- for 200ml, Rs.485/- for 400ml

Ingredients:

Conditioner claims and usage:

MRP: Rs220/- for 98g, Rs.380/- for 196g

Ingredients:

I like the packaging in gray and green…the shampoo foams well and cleanses hair well..I normally see hair falling during shampooing too..but with this range, the hair fall during shampooing was very less.

The conditioner is not very creamy and moisturising..its light in texture and easy to use and rinses off easily since not very rich.

I see volume and strength in my hair and less hair fall too, but my hair is not soft and smooth which I generally prefer. Maybe its coz  of the conditioner, I do like the shampoo though. I would recommend this range for fine,limp hair which faces a lot of hair fall.

If you have tried many hair fall shampoos and conditioners and nothing has worked for you, give this range a try ! I am sure you will not regret. And also try and include the Intra-Cylane strengthening leave-in-Cream with it. I have not used that..but that would give better results together.

The Fiberstrong Treatment is surely worth a try..and at that price, its quiet worth it too..your hair does need some strengthening apart from the regular haircuts and styling !

Read more about the range on the Matrix India site HERE

Have you tried the Matrix Biolage Advanced Fiberstrong Treatment or Range ? 

P.S: I was offered the service and products for review, but it has not affected my opinion.

TRESemme Split End Remedy Shampoo, Conditioner Review

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TRESemme Split End Remedy Shampoo, Conditioner Review

What the Company claims: The new range incorporates Amino Vitamin Blend and helps to rescue split ends,resulting in – easier to style, more manageable, shiny and stronger hair.

TRESemmé Split Remedy Shampoo gently cleanses hair of oil and dirt while the TRESemmé Split Remedy Rinse Out Conditioner conditions hair strands leaving your hair look healthy and stay smooth. TRESemmé Split Remedy is a salon quality formulation with Amino-vitamin blend and helps rescue up to 96% of split ends with use of shampoo and conditioner in just three washes for healthy-looking, smooth hair ready to style.

How does it work?  The Innovative range contains Silicone, amino-vitamin blend and conditioning ingredients. All these ingredients from the formulation work in synergy to reduce split ends of hair fibre. The Silicone in the formulation has ability to form a lubricating layer on hair fibre. When hair is treated with shampoo and conditioner this layer helps to coat hair fibre to help bring hair fibres and split ends together. This layer also helps to reduce friction between 2 fibres and improve hair alignment.

This also includes blend of vitamins- Vit H, Vit B3, Vit C and Vit E along with lysine all known nourishing ingredients. The formula also contains poly electrolyte complex, oppositely charged polymers which are known to aid bringing split ends together.

Shampoo Claims:

Ingredients:

MRP: Rs.170/- for 215ml

Conditioner Claims:

Ingredients:

MRP: Rs.170/- for 215ml

I had been trying out the TRESemme Split End Remedy  Shampoo and Conditioner as I had mentioned HERE and had even shared on my facebook..from about 2-3 weeks..

And now its time to review them. First of, I am loving the bright green  colored packaging..the smell and feel of this shampoo and conditioner is totally professional salon kinds.

Both the shampoo and conditioner are white in color with normal texture..not too runny..have a nice fresh smell..that stays throughout the day! They have a easy flip cap packaging.

The shampoo lathers amazingly well..you do not need lots of it..it foams well, cleanses well..and gets rid of all the dirt and oil in a jiffy.

The conditioner is not the heavy moisturising kinds..but does its job well..I work it especially towards the end..since its meant to mend split ends..

If you read the ingredients carefully, you would see Keratin, Bition, Vitamin E, Vitamin B3, Vitamin C, etc which are all very good for the hair. It definitely gave me healthy looking, smooth hair as per their claims!

Now, I do not have much of an split ends problem, so cannot comment on the difference it makes. But what, I love about this range is, it is super light weight and gives my hair the shine and bounce..even the next day..I love how my hair feels after using this! No frizz, no weighing down, no greasiness. Only nice smelling, shiny, bouncy hair.

You can see my love for this range and how much my hair loves it.. my hair stays well behaved with this range.

I surely recommend this range..its my current Holy Grail! Highly recommend it.

Rating:

Shampoo:

Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 4.5/5
Availability: 4.5/5

Overall Rating: 4.5/5

Conditioner:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3.75/5
Availability: 3.75/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes!

Have you tried the new TRESemme Split End Remedy Shampoo and Conditioner ? Your views ?

L’oreal Paris 6 Oil Nourish Oil, Shampoo and Conditioner Review

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L’oreal Paris 6 Oil Nourish Extraordinary Oil, Shampoo and Conditioner Review

Hey everyone,

With tons and tons of new shampoos coming up (pun intended), its difficult to catch up with all and review all. I tried the Sunsilk Natural Recharge at first..and then this L’oreal Paris 6 Oil Nourish which I was using from quiet some time..and now shifting to the TRESemme Split Remedy.

For now, I have been using the combination of these three..so lets review them today.

L’oreal Paris 6 Oil Nourish Extraordinary Oil: The Extraordinary Oil has been scientifically created to give your hair the nourishment it truly deserves with three traditional oils and three exotic oils providing 6 specific benefits. It has no heavy feel or greasy look. Almond Oil –Makes your hair Thick, Coconut Oil – Makes your hair Manageable, Argan Oil –Gives your hair Strength, Jojoba Oil –Gives you Shiny hair, Olive Oil – Makes your hair Soft, Camelina Oil –Smoothens your hair

The first hair oil that is powered by 6 Micro Oils in a unique formula to provide 6 specific benefits. The Research & Innovation Centre at L’Oréal Paris in India have created perfectly balanced oil that that makes your hair look healthy and beautiful with a spectacular shine with every use.

6 oils-

  • Argan
  • Olive
  • Almond
  • Coconut
  • Jojoba
  • Camelina

6 benefits-

  • Strong
  • Soft
  • Smooth
  • Thick
  • Shiny
  • Manageable

Application: Apply on hair and scalp and gently massage before washing off. Can also be applied as a finishing touch.

Ingredients:

MRP: Rs.199/- for 100ml (Buy on Flipkart here)

L’oreal Paris 6 Oil Nourish Shampoo: The 6 Oil Nourish Shampoo has been created to provide complete nourishment to your hair from root to tip with 6 Micro Oils™making it soft, shiny, thick, strong, smooth and manageable.

Application : Massage gently into wet scalp/hair, lather and rinse for soft, nourished and healthy hair. Apply twice if required.

Ingredients:

MRP: Rs.69/- for 75ml, Rs.138/- for 175 ml, Rs.235/- for 360ml (Buy on Flipkart here)

L’oreal Paris 6 Oil Nourish Conditioner: The 6 Oil Nourish Conditioner, a first of its kind from L’Oréal Paris, can be used on the scalp. This conditioner provides complete nourishment to your hair giving it the 6 benefits of the Oils used.

Application: Post shampooing, gently massage this conditioner on your scalp and hair and leave it on for 2-3 minutes before rinsing.

Ingredients:

MRP: Rs.80/- for 65ml, Rs.150/- for 175 ml (Buy on Flipkart here)

Starting with the Extraordinary Oil, it has a strong artificial smell..comes in a glass bottle..you need to be careful with this one..and the dispensor takes its own time for the oil to come out :/

Its quiet light in texture and never gave that chipku look..gets absorbed well..hair does not feel greasy or heavy..and it was easy to wash off too..did not require multiple washes..

I am not a fan of using it post washing as a serum..its slightly heavy to be used as a serum and may weigh down the hair.

Except for the fact that it has mineral oil and that too 68% :/ Mineral oil is not entirely bad for the hair..if you have curly hair, then it works for you all the more..what is does is, it forms a film on the hair..means it prevents moisture from going in..but its two way..so in a way it helps in controlling frizz but also prevents other useful products to reach the hair..but actually it also has some benefits and I would not discard a product if it has mineral oil..the question remains..how much qty of mineral oil is used in the product ! I also read that mineral oil should not be used on dry hair as it locks the dryness and dries them over..but it has worked for some and not for some..there are mixed opinions. I did not face much of an issue with this one.

Overall I would say I would have preferred lesser mineral oil..I mean 68% is quiet a lot !

Coming to the L’oreal Paris 6 Oil Nourish Shampoo and Conditioner. I have tried these oils in hair range before..with the Dove Nourishing Oil Range and Sunsilk Radiant Shine Range..both of which I loved ! So, the hair range with oils have always worked for me..

Does this one too ? Lets find out.

These have a yellow colored packaging and both are golden yellow in color..the shampoo has tiny shimmer which reflects. I love the amazing smell.

Shampoo is the perfect texture..not too watery..lathers amazingly well, washes off easily..and leaves hair smooth and detangled..

Conditioner is rich and creamy and coats hair well and leaves hair hydrated and moisturised.

I only felt that conditioner if used slightly more, can weigh down normal to oily hair since its a little rich.

Also, they claim that this conditioner can be used directly on the scalp..I did not try it and would not recommend it too..after all its a conditioner !

Though the shampoo does have SLS and conditioner, the silicones.

The range gave me shiny, smooth, detangled hair but weighed hair down sometimes..especially when all three used together since I have normal hair..It would work amazingly well for dry hair.

Overall, I would say this range is amazing for dry hair..and normal hair can work it too but carefully..but I would not recommend it for oily hair.

Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3.75/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: May be in winters or when my hair is drier..I am liking newer ones for now :p

Have you tried the L’oreal Paris 6 Oil Nourish Extraordinary Oil, Shampoo and Conditioner ?

Sunsilk Natural Recharge Shampoo,Conditioner Review

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Sunsilk Natural Recharge Shampoo, Conditioner Review

What the Company claims: Naturally Bouncy Hair. Thicker, Fuller and 5 x Stronger !

Sunsilk natural recharge on toh baal super strong. GIVE YOUR HAIR the NOURISHMENT WITH THE RECHARGE IT NEEDS with Sunsilk natural recharge.

New Sunsilk Natural Recharge Strong and abundant is infused with ginseng plant root extract. It helps to strengthen, nourish and recharge tired hair making your hair look thick & abundant. The new formulation has been co-created by celebrity hair stylist and Sunsilk expert, Jamal Hammadi, to recharge hair’s natural look and strength so that young girls, have one less worry on their mind! For best results, use the conditioner along with the shampoo.

It gives your hair strength and vitality so that girls can live their life to the full with their strong beautiful and visibly abundant hair. 

MRP: Rs.64/- for 80ml, Rs. 132/- for 180ml 

Ingredients and Directions (Shampoo) :

Ingredients (Conditioner):

So finally a shampoo in India which is paraben free..(If you want to know more about parabens, read THIS) and also pH balanced..which means it balanced the pH of the scalp.

First of all, I love this fresh green colored packaging. Shampoo and conditioner both are a little light green almost white in color..with shimmer particles..it has a soft fresh smell.

Shampoo does not lather much and you need a little more of it than usual. Conditioner is smooth and creamy and moisturises and hydrates the ends.

It detangles and with a fair number of uses, I also reduction in hairfall..hair is more stronger..but it also gives a lot of volume..if you have thin,fine hair..this range would work great for your hair.

Pros:

1. Nice packaging.

2. Smaller versions are travel friendly and convenient.

3. Economical.

4. Controls frizz and detangles hair.

5. Gives a lot of volume (Pro for girls with fine,thin hair)

6. Paraben free and pH balanced.

7. Helped in hairfall and strengthened the hair a fair bit.

Cons:

1. Shampoo does not lather much.

2. Contains SLS.

Overall, I would say I liked using this range..and hair felt more strong too..I also like the fact that its paraben free..but for me, if I have to choose between this range and Radiant Shine range, I would go with Radiant Shine..coz I love smooth and shiny hair more..of course, hair strength also matters. I would recommend this range to girls with thin,fine hair and who suffer from hairfall.

Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Maybe..

Have you tried the new Sunsilk Natural Recharge Shampoo and Conditioner ?

P.S: This post is a part of Indiblogger Sunsilk Natural Recharge Contest.