Have you ever been sold a treatment on the promise it will repair, reconstruct or restore your damaged hair permanently? I'm sure this doesn't happen often because the promise is empty. While a treatment of any sort may well improve the feel and manageability of your hair temporarily, it will have no permanent effect of any sort. Ever.
Damaged hair is damaged hair unfortunately.
But don't feel cheated. Treatments are still amazing products for, as I stated earlier, make your hair feel stronger, softer and your hair will become much more manageable for a short time after they have been used on your hair. A long time if we're talking Keratin Treatments which are a semi-perminent type.
When you use any sort of treatment, from protein kinds to moisturising kinds, it not only improves the feel and manageability of your hair but it also protects your hair from the day to day damage of sun, wind and styling. When you regularly treat your hair well, it will grow out healthier.
So don't hope for improved hair after one treatment. Unfortunately you will be disapointed
Thursday, 19 January 2012
Thursday, 12 January 2012
Satin Pillow Case
One of the most common services I provide in my work is a beautifully styled blow-dry. Clients get them as a finishing service on when getting a colour colour, when they are heading to a certain event or (in most cases) get regular weekly/bi-weekly blow-dries as part of their routine and I’m always handing out tips on how to make them longer lasting.
One very important tip is sleeping with a satin pillowcase instead of cotton.
A satin pillowcase is not nearly as abrasive as cotton so, when putting your head down to sleep your hair will slip and slide and less knotting will occur so when you wake up your hair isn’t a mess.
Wednesday, 4 January 2012
Long Hair? Avoid tangles and knots while protecting your hair from damage!
If you have long hair that you’re styling daily and it’s always knotting and matting up you need to start using a leave in moisturizer and serum. Try to find one that’s right for your hair type. Many of these improve the condition of your hair, but this isn’t the main reason to use it. They also detangle the hair and protect it from styling thermals that you use day by day some even adding a finishing shine. Unfortunately using a supermarket brand may not always be the best choice but don’t run out and buy the most expensive product on the shelf. Be very careful to buy the right product, as everyone’s hair is different.
If your hair is fine and limp you may want to avoid it, but if its also very tangled the a light spray leave in treatment is best.
If it is damaged and course then try an Argon or Macadamia oil based product. These have moisturizers and proteins. Try Moroccan Oil products
If your hair is in perfect condition and just gets a bit frizzy just use a shine serum.
Because these products are for daily use the less cosmetic and more natural based brands are recommended. Try Silicone-Free Hair Repair from the karpati natural hair care range. That's also a good one if your hair is damaged buy fine as it doesn't weigh your hair down or make it oily.
Thursday, 22 December 2011
Holiday Hair
How to wear your hair on holidays and what products to pack
The best way to pack is lightly when travelling. Guys are lucky, all they need is shampoo, one product and maybe a straightening iron at the most. But for girls theres also brushes treatments, products, clips, hairdryers and other bulky items.
When holidaying I want to be as low maintenance as possible. I don't want to be blowdrying my hair everyday. I wear my hair wavy or if I want to wear it straight I make sure I get a Keratin treatment before I head off so its easy to style while I'm away.
With both these options theres a way to limit taking up space in your luggage.
You can use a cleansing conditioner so you don't need to pack both shampoo and conditioner try Wen by Chaz Dean. Or if you don't like that most brands have tester size bottles you can try from salons. Get some of those, or if you already have some small bottles, transfer your products into the smaller sizes.
I would suggest taking a leave in hair moisturiser (try Redken leave in detangling spray or for something heavier try Redken Smoothing Cream)
And the only equipment I would take would be a wide toothed comb, a straightening iron and a butterfly clip.
If you still have room then you can add whatever other products are your favourites, but that should be all you need.
The best way to pack is lightly when travelling. Guys are lucky, all they need is shampoo, one product and maybe a straightening iron at the most. But for girls theres also brushes treatments, products, clips, hairdryers and other bulky items.
When holidaying I want to be as low maintenance as possible. I don't want to be blowdrying my hair everyday. I wear my hair wavy or if I want to wear it straight I make sure I get a Keratin treatment before I head off so its easy to style while I'm away.
With both these options theres a way to limit taking up space in your luggage.
You can use a cleansing conditioner so you don't need to pack both shampoo and conditioner try Wen by Chaz Dean. Or if you don't like that most brands have tester size bottles you can try from salons. Get some of those, or if you already have some small bottles, transfer your products into the smaller sizes.
I would suggest taking a leave in hair moisturiser (try Redken leave in detangling spray or for something heavier try Redken Smoothing Cream)
And the only equipment I would take would be a wide toothed comb, a straightening iron and a butterfly clip.
If you still have room then you can add whatever other products are your favourites, but that should be all you need.
Monday, 12 December 2011
Essential Products! Gift Ideas for anyone
Looking for Christmas gift ideas?
Here are some great ideas, all prices that will suit almost anyone:
ghd for ceramic hair iron and products have some great gift packages that are amazing right now if you're looking to spend around $250-$310. When it comes to straightening irons the ghd brand is far superior to any other.
The best hairdryer on the market in my opinion is PARLUX 3800 which is now designed more eco friendly. It is an Italian brand but can be found with more information here (http://www.ry.com.au) for around $150
Another idea would be a salon voucher. These are great as you can purchase any treatment from a blowdry minimum to a haircut to a full colour to a keratin treatment to the works! Just find out where their favourite hairdresser is based.
There is a great styling product brand out there which is becoming very popular at the moment called EVO they have 3 summer favourites right now which are mostly for thickening and texture. But all EVO products are amazing with fun descriptions like "salty dog, cocktail beach spray - a sea-esque mist designed to give you salty, beach-based texture and a matt finish" Check out their site for more products all around the $30 price range.
Other great options are product packages which most salons or department stores provide this time of the year. Also great brushes and hair accessories are amazing presents and can be either affordable or quite special depending on where you buy them.
For any further questions or ideas please feel free to leave me a comment.
Here are some great ideas, all prices that will suit almost anyone:
ghd for ceramic hair iron and products have some great gift packages that are amazing right now if you're looking to spend around $250-$310. When it comes to straightening irons the ghd brand is far superior to any other.
The best hairdryer on the market in my opinion is PARLUX 3800 which is now designed more eco friendly. It is an Italian brand but can be found with more information here (http://www.ry.com.au) for around $150
Another idea would be a salon voucher. These are great as you can purchase any treatment from a blowdry minimum to a haircut to a full colour to a keratin treatment to the works! Just find out where their favourite hairdresser is based.
There is a great styling product brand out there which is becoming very popular at the moment called EVO they have 3 summer favourites right now which are mostly for thickening and texture. But all EVO products are amazing with fun descriptions like "salty dog, cocktail beach spray - a sea-esque mist designed to give you salty, beach-based texture and a matt finish" Check out their site for more products all around the $30 price range.
Other great options are product packages which most salons or department stores provide this time of the year. Also great brushes and hair accessories are amazing presents and can be either affordable or quite special depending on where you buy them.
For any further questions or ideas please feel free to leave me a comment.
Tuesday, 6 December 2011
Essential Product for Blondes!
One of the first problems I blogged about was Brassy Blondes and how to prevent that problem.
Since then I've been getting feedback from clients telling me that they love these ideas but when using a toning shampoo have found that it dries out their already damaged hair somewhat.
Since then I've discovered an amazing new product which I believe trumps the rest!
In the Redken Blonde Glam range there are two after care treatments to be used on either cool blondes or warm blondes to enhance your colour. For Platinum Blondes use "Perfect Platinum" (or cool or ash blondes) this product tones out any yellow or brass. And for Golden Blondes use "Rich Vanilla" (or warm blondes) use this treatment to soften you colour and keep it radiant. Make sure your read the label and follow it directly. Don't leave them on your hair too long as they are quite strong.
If you do leave one in too long then remember the other one will help to counteract that colour.
For example, if you leave the Perfect Platinum in too long and it becomes slightly pink, use the Rich Vanilla after and the pink will get toned away. Or, alternatively you could mix a drop of the Rich Vanilla when about to apply Perfect Platinum to create a less strong tone. But only do this if you feel confident with the products and how well you know your hair.
They are my new favourites for my blonde clients. Try them out and let me know what you think
Since then I've been getting feedback from clients telling me that they love these ideas but when using a toning shampoo have found that it dries out their already damaged hair somewhat.
Since then I've discovered an amazing new product which I believe trumps the rest!
In the Redken Blonde Glam range there are two after care treatments to be used on either cool blondes or warm blondes to enhance your colour. For Platinum Blondes use "Perfect Platinum" (or cool or ash blondes) this product tones out any yellow or brass. And for Golden Blondes use "Rich Vanilla" (or warm blondes) use this treatment to soften you colour and keep it radiant. Make sure your read the label and follow it directly. Don't leave them on your hair too long as they are quite strong.
If you do leave one in too long then remember the other one will help to counteract that colour.
For example, if you leave the Perfect Platinum in too long and it becomes slightly pink, use the Rich Vanilla after and the pink will get toned away. Or, alternatively you could mix a drop of the Rich Vanilla when about to apply Perfect Platinum to create a less strong tone. But only do this if you feel confident with the products and how well you know your hair.
They are my new favourites for my blonde clients. Try them out and let me know what you think
Saturday, 3 December 2011
About me
I've been blogging for just over a month now and am really enjoying it.
Incase you're curious to know, I though I'd share a little about myself.
I am an freelance working hairdresser in Sydney. Always expanding my work range, client base and skills.
In my 10 years in the industry I've ended up hearing the same questions from clients and friends about their hair problems over and over. So I finally decided to post all my answers, ideas and tips onto a blog to help more people out there with the same issues.
I hope you're all enjoying reading and finding it helpful.
Please feel free to comment and email any and all hair related questions to info@vanessadeluca.com.au I'd love to help
Incase you're curious to know, I though I'd share a little about myself.
I am an freelance working hairdresser in Sydney. Always expanding my work range, client base and skills.
In my 10 years in the industry I've ended up hearing the same questions from clients and friends about their hair problems over and over. So I finally decided to post all my answers, ideas and tips onto a blog to help more people out there with the same issues.
I hope you're all enjoying reading and finding it helpful.
Please feel free to comment and email any and all hair related questions to info@vanessadeluca.com.au I'd love to help
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