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Pre Bridal Services (Body) at Lakme Salon-Review & Experience

Pre Bridal Services (Body) at Lakme Salon-Review & Experience

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Pre Bridal Services (Body) at Lakme Salon-Review & Experience

Hey guys,

I had got a few of my pre bridal services done at Lakme Salon on 2nd Dec before the wedding. I would be sharing my experience of the same but would divide the same into separate categories such as body,hair, etc for ease and convenience and not make the post too long.

I finished all the services in a day at the Lakme Salon,Bandra since I hardly had time left.

Starting with the body, I got white chocolate wax done. I had tried chocolate wax 1-2 times but never tried white chocolate. They start with a pre wax lotion that removes any body lotion residue, etc which sometimes is a hindrance while waxing.

White Chocolate wax was very very smooth and not at all sticky. It came out super quick with the entire area’s hair removal at once. No going over the area 2-3 times as happens with regular wax at times.

My full hands and legs were done in about 30-40 minutes which was quite quick. They also use a post wax astringent lotion which helps in closing the pores, which is very important for me since I have sensitive skin and open pores gives me bumps and rashes.

Then I went for Body Polishing which is an absolute must try for brides to be. They start with cleansing the body, followed by astringent and exoliating gel.

Since I had got my waxing done just before this treatment, I had to skip exfoliation as my pores were still open. A body scrub made of oats, papaya, etc was then applied on the entire body.

Left- Scrub,Right- Mask

Post cleansing of the scrub, a mask was applied consisting of sandalwood,fuller’s earth (multani mitti),etc with the steam machine on, on each area step by step. And it was kept on for a few minutes and cleansed with normal water later.

Skin felt super soft and smooth. I was so occupied with work on the last few days before the wedding that I hardly got time to look after my body skin. And that I guess would be the common problem with most of the brides. This treatment is perfect coz it compensates for your lost time and takes care of the body skin within an hour.

Highly recommended for brides to be and even for others,you can try it once in a while. Especially if you have ingrowth, etc, this would help exfoliate the skin and help in reducing ingrowth and getting rid of dead skin cells too.

P.S: Image from Google

Have you tried Body Polishing/White Chocolate wax at Lakme Salon?

Post Holi Biguine Kérastase Hair Ritual at JCB

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Post Holi Biguine Kérastase Hair Ritual at Jean-Claude Biguine Salon
So I did play Holi and my hair was definitely affected even though I had oiled it..and even though I had played only with colors..those colors are pretty drying dude..
 
And I had to wash my hair thrice to remove the color..that made the hair all the more drying..as the essential oils on the scalp which moisturise the scalp are also lost with frequent washing..
 
I definitely needed some hair pampering..and got to try this hair ritual at the perfect time..

Jean-Claude Biguine had post Holi Biguine Kérastase Hair Rituals..its like a detox for the hair..here is the official press release:

Indulge in the Biguine Kérastase Hair Ritual at Jean-Claude Biguine Salon and Spa

There’s no better day than Holi to let your hair down and indulge in some colourful revelry. So, don’t let it end on a sour note with hair woes. Post the chemicals and colours, indulge in the Biguine Kérastase Hair Ritual at Jean-Claude Biguine Salon and Spa for healthier and beautiful hair.

Hair can turn brittle and extremely dry if color remains in it for a long time. The Kérastase hair treatments provide shine; they moisturize and condition the hair, and help in repairing all types of hair damages. The Kérastase Chronologiste Caviar Ritual uses mimetic caviar pearls and special creams to nourish hair and make it feel softer, stronger and more lustrous. It is an excellent choice for deep conditioning of hair and scalp. Kérastase Ultime Liquide-Gold Oil Ritual provides instant radiance and deep nourishment to all types of hair – making it intensely shiny with a weightless touch. The Monodose Ritual is an express treatment that is offered primarily with a hair-wash. A Monodose Ritual for dry hair nourishes hair and makes it soft to touch.

The Kerastase hair rituals begin at INR 1500++ up to INR 2500++. The services are available across all Jean-Claude Biguine Salons & Spas, in Mumbai and Bengaluru.

To avail of the Biguine Kérastase Hair Ritual, book an appointment at your nearest salon.

Our present locations: Mumbai Bandra: 022- 65222211 | Colaba: 022-22153311 | Juhu: 022-66995555 | Kemps Corner: 022-66501111 | Khar(W), Linking Road: 022 26462626 | Lower Parel: 022- 65113311 | Lokhandwala: 022 – 65653300/22| Ghatkopar : 022- 25171700  Bangalore | Phoenix Market City, Whitefield: 080-67266666 | Lavelle Road: 080 – 41514000

So I went for this hair ritual..you must have seen my pic on Instagram, if you follow me. I was assisted by Zara.

And after checking my hair, she suggested the Kérastase Chronologiste Caviar Ritual for me..as my hair was slightly dry. I also asked her the difference in three and which is meant for which type of hair, and she explained well. 

Chronologiste Caviar Ritual is meant for normal to dry hair
Ultime Liquide-Gold Hair Ritual is meant for all types of hair
And there is one more..Signature Kerathermine which is meant for extremely dry hair

She explained the whole process in Chronologiste Caviar Ritual and how its not real caviar..since real caviar is super expensive and they cannot use it world wide as vegetarians and vegans would have an issue with it..so its basically artificial caviar..made up with vitamins, etc that are beneficial and hydrating for the hair..

Durations: 1.5 hrs

Price: Rs. 1500/- for Ultime Liquide-Gold Oil and Rs.2500/- for Chronologiste Caviar and Signature Kerathermine

Procedure followed:

1. My hair was checked first and after suggesting the Chronologiste Caviar Ritual, we started off with it..

2. Hair was shampooed twice with Kérastase Nutritive Bain Satin 1 Shampoo..and towel dried.
3. The caviar was crushed and mixed well with the creme and applied all over the hair in sections..each strand at a time.
Artificial Caviar
Caviar and Creme
Mixed together
4. Then head and neck was massaged..and I was like sleeping on the chair..it was so super relaxing…Zara has magic in her hands !

5. Hair was given a mist (indirect steam) for 10 mins.
6. Washed hair again with plain water.

7. Kérastase Elixir Ultime Serum was used generously and hair was dried giving a cold blast and once normal blow dry. (no styling)

And this is the before and after..

I am telling you this pic does not do any justice to how my hair felt..they were so super soft and smooth..I just could not stop touching my hair !

I had to go for a hair cut the next day..and since it was blow dried and styled I could not wash and judge the difference later on..I will update this post as to how long the effect lasts and till when the hair feels and looks the same :p

But from what Zara told me, if hair is taken care of with proper serums and conditioning, the effect lasts a month..and this can be done monthly..or else if very dry hair, twice a month.

At JCB, they use mostly Kérastase and L’oreal Professional..and a few Moroccanoil products..

I highly recommend trying out the Biguine Kérastase Hair Ritual at Jean-Claude Biguine Salon..if your hair is normal kinds, the Ultime Liquide-Gold one would do..but its definitely to be experienced..you will love your hair ! 

I think its a perfect addition to must-do’s before the wedding for the brides !

Have you tried the Biguine Kérastase Hair Ritual at Jean-Claude Biguine Salon ??

P.S: Services were offered by the brand but that has not affected my opinion.

Hair & Beauty Salons in Mumbai

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Best Ladies Beauty Parlours Offer Discounted Treatments in Mumbai

Look good and you will feel good, that is axiomatic. A healthy diet is necessary and gives a healthy glow to the skin and a lustrous shine to your hair. A number of beauty products available in the market help you take care of your looks. You have sunscreens to block out the harmful ultraviolet rays in the harsh Indian sun. You have emollients, moisturizers, cleansers and protective creams; you have anti-ageing creams and fairness creams. When it comes to hair there are shampoos and hair care products to give your hair shine, silky softness and a bounce. Do it all by yourself and it is a chore. Let a trained beautician take care of all the treatments and the results are transformational.

Modern Indian woman, conscious as she is about her looks, knows the benefits of treatments from the best ladies beauty parlours in Mumbai and elsewhere. Professional chain of beauty clinics like Kaya’s have sprung up all over India and when you talk of Mumbai, perhaps the most cosmopolitan city of India, there is no dearth of qualified ladies’ beauty treatment clinics. In addition to the countless ladies rendering beauty parlour treatments either from home or through home visits, there are professional salons. Mumbai today has some truly professional, best hair salons in Mumbai and beauty treatment centers. Worthy of mention are Marvine Ann Beck Salon and Academy in Bandra West, Rasi The Zodiac Spa in Andheri West, Purple 2 Salon and Spa in Vile Parle East, Seemas salon & Spa in Borivali West, Priyal Beautician in Borivali East, Jawed Habib, Sams studio in Bandra west, Berkowitz Skin & Health Care in Khar, Head N Up Hair Saloon in Malad, Lakme Salon in Navi Mumbai and dozens of others in each locality. From simple hair styling to elaborate bridal mehndi (henna), skin care, manicure, pedicure to oil massage and sauna, you can get them all at these salons. Whether you go to Kaya’s or Lakme, of one thing you can be sure: beauty treatments in Mumbai are definitely not cheap.

If you are looking for deals you could try the Caressaa Spa in Andheri. A beauty and wellness package costs only Rs. 599. Spend a little more, say Rs. 999 and you get a full body massage along with foot reflexology at the same Spa located in the Peninsula Grand Hotel. Vannadict Unisex salon will charge only Rs. 799 for a beauty package including diamond spa and massage, polish, hair, facial and extras. A basic hair cut costs only Rs. 499 at L’Oreal Hair and spa. Spend only Rs. 249 for hair highlight, re-bonding and hair spa at Vikas Marwah salon and Hair Academy, a real bargain.

Mind you these bargains are after allowing for discounts of as much as 70% (in some cases) you get after you present a discount coupon obtained from a popular online discount voucher website. It is easy to log on, register, buy a bunch and go about beautifying yourself or presenting the coupon to a friend who will surely appreciate the gift.

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