Haircare is the new selfcare
Did you know that masking your hair is every bit as important as masking your face? Keeping your scalp healthy is just as important as your visage.
Mask
Eleven Australia’s new Miracle Hair Mask, for €20, will restore moisture, softness, strength, volume and even brightness to your locks, in a matter of minutes. The mask cares for the scalp as much as it does for dry, brittle ends, sending ingredients where they are needed the most. As it adds volume and moisture with rosemary leaf extract, aloe vera and bamboo extract up top, its white-water lily, jojoba seed oil and antioxidants from pomegranate that provide serious strength and hydration to mid-lengths and ends. In a 100 per cent recyclable pouch with anti-fade colour safe technology, this mask has a thick and luscious texture that is infused with sweet almond oil to aid in conditioning a dry 10-15 minutes, once or twice a week, means less-noticeable past damage and defence against future damage.
On a budget
L’Oréal Paris Elvive More Than Shampoo, for €8.99, has been formulated to bring a new experience to hair washing for the ultimate deep cleanse, it is time to swap out your ordinary shampoo for the gold standard. Think of it like the ultimate wash, a dry clean for your hair. The luxurious and rich new formula provides the perfect balance of a deep yet gentle cleanse with no weigh down thanks to the high performing cleansing agents. Infused with concentrated nutritive lipids, often found in hair treatments, the intensely nourishing shampoo provides long lasting care to the hair and scalp. Available in three types, it is a budget no brainer.
Frizz tamer
KMS Tamefrizz Smoothing Reconstructor, for €22, will revive and soften even the most deeply stressed or overworked hair and tames frizz. It works to revive and soften even the most deeply stressed or overworked hair. Thankfully, it is light enough not to weigh down hair but hydrating enough to tame frizz. It really repairs and protects. What makes it special? AHA structure complex and lactic acid which supports internal reconstruction. It is suitable for all hair types. Apply evenly to shampooed hair and leave on three-five minutes then rinse. It's great prep to a blow dry.
Sensitive ones
Like your skin, your scalp can have its sensitive moments too. Klorane’s Peony range provides instant relief from itchiness and discomfort. The elegantly scented soothing and anti-irritating shampoo and conditioner are the perfect treat for sensitive scalps. With the daily stress of life, products that do not always care for hair and scalp and a diet that isn’t always balanced, skin can react. Klorane’s Peony range, enriched with peony extract, restores comfort, and alleviates irritation in the scalp while creating a real zen effect through its relaxing fragrance. I loved that it left my hair soft and shiny.