We don't want a bad hair day right? We always want to achieve a salon like-treated hair that's so healthy and shiny! Start the year right with the right hair treatment and I'm sure your hair will be beautiful all year round. For me, my hair is one of the best assets that I have. It's naturally straight that's why I don't too much effort for maintenance of it. But when I started abusing my hair physically and chemically three years ago, I was forced to maintain it with the right kind of hair treatment shampoos, conditioners, masks and of course salon services.
If you're a long time reader of this blog, prolly you've seen my hair transformations. I always change the color of my hair using different DIY products, I already change the style of my hair not only just plain straight cut but I already had my hair digi permed and if time and situation permits, I attend events that will showcase their services and products. Yes, I've been to different salons in the metro and I've seen every aspect of their business from their services, man power, customer service, products, sanitation and the like. I can say that many salons offer reasonable prices for their services but there are also other things to consider. I'm a cheapskate so every peso that I spend on the products or services that I pay for should be worth the price. Are you tired of going to salons that offers services beyond your budget yet your not satisfied? I'm very excited to share with you another hair transformation that happened last Saturday at one of the most posh, neat and good value for money salon- Vivere Salon Gateway Mall Branch. More stories after the jump just click CONTINUE READING to find out!
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| Coppola Keratin Complex Treatment by Vivere Salon Gateway Tower Mall Branch |
Vivere Salon Gateway Towel Mall Branch is located at the 4th level of the mall and upon entering the place I was welcomed by their receptionist. I felt very comfortable talking to her because she's friendly and approachable. I noticed the television hanging on the wall and it's tuned in to Fashion TV, I glanced at the show for a while and imagined that my hair will be runway ready after my hair treatment :) Don't get me wrong, I know we all want that- don't you
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| Coppola Keratin Complex Treatment by Vivere Salon Gateway Tower Mall Branch |
While waiting for Ms. Van, I roamed around the place to see the theme of the salon. I like the posh minimalist design. It's interior is brown-white and nude with chairs that's very comfortable to sit in.
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| Coppola Keratin Complex Treatment by Vivere Salon Gateway Tower Mall Branch |
I also checked the hair care products on display and saw that they carry hair care maintenance products from Schwarzkopf Professional. This brand is one of the most trusted professional salon care products in the market today. I can still remember this brand during my high school days that's why I felt good that the result of my hair treatment would be great.
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| Coppola Keratin Complex Treatment by Vivere Salon Gateway Tower Mall Branch |
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| Coppola Keratin Complex Treatment by Vivere Salon Gateway Tower Mall Branch |
So on with the treatment, this service was offered by Sir Ogie Rodriguez, PR for Vivere Salon. When he asked me if I want to try this, I said yes right away. The service/ hair treatment that he wanted me to try was their COPPOLA KERATIN COMPLEX. This treatment ring a bell on my ears because I've heard this from my friends but didn't know to whom the treatment is suitable. I was introduced by the receptionist to Mr. Jumil Delos Reyes- Senior Stylist of this branch. He's very kind and not the snooty type of stylist that I encountered before. He's very knowledgeable not only about the hair treatment procedure itself but the pros and cons before and after the treatment. I like this kind of stylist who know how to explain the current situation of the hair, the maintenance needed and if things went wrong after the procedure, there's a ready answer to the problem. Here's my hair before the treatment- my curls were loose already and dryness can be seen on some part of my tresses.
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| Coppola Keratin Complex Treatment by Vivere Salon Gateway Tower Mall Branch |
Before I share the step by step process, COPPOLA KERATIN COMPLEX will bring back hair to life because this treatment restores keratin, making hair soft and smooth, keeping it more manageable. Don't think that this treatment is same as rebonding. They have almost same procedure but not totally the same effects on the hair. Please also consider your hair type because there are misleading advertisements what keratin treatment can do to your hair. Yes, hair will be smooth, soft and straight but chances are if you have curly or permed hair, it will be 20% straight but not totally pin like that of what rebonding can give.
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| Coppola Keratin Complex Treatment by Vivere Salon Gateway Tower Mall Branch |
Here's the step by step procedure for the COPPOLA KERATIN COMPLEX TREATMENT. My hair was washed with clarifying shampoo to free it from dirt build ups and grease. As you can see on the photo below, my hair still got curls after washing but if I just let it air dry, it will turned out frizzy like the photo above.
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| Coppola Keratin Complex Treatment by Vivere Salon Gateway Tower Mall Branch |
Then my hair was combed to untangle the strands then the treatment serum was applied section by section to ensure that the hair strands have been coated properly. Thanks to Chris Mendoza- Mr. Jumil's assistant for the patience on working with m y unruly hair from the first step up to the last. Another thing that I like about this treatment was the scent of it, it smells vanilla that's why there's no negative reaction on my sensitive nose and eyes.
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| Coppola Keratin Complex Treatment by Vivere Salon Gateway Tower Mall Branch |
Here's my hair after the application of keratin treatment, look how straight it was! I have a very fine hair and the application was a breeze. It took only thirty minutes or less for the application.
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| Coppola Complex Keratin Treatment by Vivere Salon Gateway Tower Mall Branch |
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| My First Coppola Keratin Treatment by Vivere Salon Gateway Tower Mall Branch |
So after this, my hair was wrapped with a cellophane and without asking Chris, I think this was to let the keratin sink inside deeply on my hair strands to prolong the effects of keratin on my hair. It was wrapped for 20 minutes and after this he proceeded to blow dry.
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| Coppola Keratin Complex Treatment by Vivere Salon Gateway Tower Mall Branch |
Yes- it's a NO RINSE treatment. He said that I should not wash my hair for 3 days for optimal results. After blow drying my hair comes the most exciting part- using the flat iron to straighten my hair. I'm excited because I missed my natural straight hair :) Are you ready to see the before and after results? First photo: dry and frizzy hair Second photo: shiny, soft, smooth, vibrant and straighter hair!
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| Coppola Keratin Complex Treatment by Vivere Salon Gateway Tower Mall Branch |
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| Coppola Keratin Complex Treatment by Vivere Salon Gateway Tower Mall Branch |
I'm very happy with the results! I love my new hair. My apologies for the uneven length though, I'm trying to grow my hair and le hubby insisted not to cut or even trim the edges.
I highly recommend Vivere Salon :) Great service means you really get what you pay for. And before I forgot, a little advice to those who want to have their hair treatments, always make a habit to ask. You should talk to your stylist, share your thoughts and listen to his/her advice. It's a mutual thing because not all hairs are created equal. There maybe pros and cons so a little question will not hurt. If you're interested to try COPPOLA KERATIN COMPLEX Treatment, book an appointment today! They have an ongoing promo until January 30, 2014. Price starts at Php5,500 . Promo includes free haircut and travel size keratin shampoo and keratin conditioner for maintenance.
For more information about their services and promos
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Book an appointment today call: (02) 922-6467
Good Times!~
DISCLAIMER: Vivere salon invited me for a free hair treatment. All views expressed here are my honest opinion about the hair treatment.
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wow ms.Kath ang ganda ng kinalabasan sa hair,.
ReplyDeletemedyo nalula ako sa prize, ang mahal pala, nde kaya ng budget ko,. ahehe
overall i like your straight hair kahit may color,. (",)
I haven't tried in this Salon (but I do have regulars on keratin on other salon) yet but I do believe iba talaga ang effects ng Keratin - always worth it. :)
ReplyDeleteyour hair looks so healthy <#
ReplyDeletelove the color!
Me iz envious!! I've been wanting to get something done for my hair but I always end up not doing so. Huhu. Thanks for sharing though, maybe I can try this salon when I finally get some time!
ReplyDeleteMedyo pricey ang treatment, haha. But your hair looks gorgeous, and definitely healthier after. :)
ReplyDeleteIDK where, but I've seen Vivere somewhere else. Yeah, I agree that Schwarzkopf is a good product. Its from Germany.
ReplyDeleteThe nearest branch of Vivere Salon from my place is at Lucky Chinatown Mall. I would want to have my hair permed before but got turned off with the price. Haha I did not have the budget.
ReplyDeletethat's one thing i miss about the philippines is the salons! so affordable too! everytime i get my hair done over here in the states it's $100. lol pain in the wallet.
ReplyDeletebut your hair looks nice love :) i like it hehe
Prolly the only thing I hate about having hair treatments is not being able to wash it. My nose is so sensitive and the scent of my treated hair always gives me headaches. :( But lovely hair you have there!
ReplyDeleteYou're hair look better after the Keratin Treatment. Our hair really needs this kind of treatment at times.
ReplyDeleteWow, You hair looks more beautiful after the treatment. All i can do is to admire your hair because i can't afford that kind of treatment for now :-)
ReplyDeleteIt was nice to see you girl! I love your hair! I wish to try the service soon! Im getting tired of my hair. Haha!
ReplyDeleteI like the result, so soft and healthy looking. They did an amazing job to your hair Ms.Kath
ReplyDelete@Sheryl An Mungcal- thanks dear :) mahal nga pero worth it naman yung prize. para din naman na rebond kasi I have naturally straight hair to start with. they offer promos naman so ok din pag may promo sila :)
ReplyDelete@Aisha Kristine Chong- yay! Thanks for sharing your experience with Keratin treatment. Hope you can visit Vivere on your next trip to a salon.
@Raluca Vintilescu- thanks :)
@nadine- hello dear, hope you can try something for your hair. change is good :)
@Czjai Reyes-Ocampo- yup :( thanks!
@Janine Daquio- yay, thanks for sharing your thoughts. I guess you've seen one of their branch but forgot where exactly it is.
@Rochkirstin Santos- aww, but they do have promos and I hope you can try their treatments one of these days.
@b3bed0llxoxo- oh I see. $100 for an ordinary treatment? that sucks :( Hope you could visit Vivere when you go for a vacation here in the Philippines.
@Mary- you don't have to worry about this treatment. the scent of the product is very nice as if no treatment at all.
@Franc Ramon- thank you sir, yes I agree but we have to make way for the budget too :)
@sherlane- thanks, don't lose hope maybe one day you'll be able to try this :)
@Ruth- nice to see you and thank you! yay, go for a hair treatment na :)
@Leilani Gamboa- thanks dear, yes they're good :)
Your hair looks so healthy kahit na meron color. Medyo pricey pero mukhang worth it naman siya.
ReplyDelete@Angie Vianzon- yes :) until now healthy looking pa din to think it's more than a month na. Medyo pricey but worth it naman :)
ReplyDeletegaano siya katagal nag-last?
ReplyDeleteHi MJ,
DeleteSince I have straight hair na to begin with, mga 1 month din.
Hi good day to all VIVERE SALON gateway branch have a keratine promo until last of august cost of 3500,and also rebond 3488 see you there look for Mr Jumil delos Reyes
ReplyDeleteTnx Ms. Kat Rivera hope to see u again
ReplyDeleteHi Jumil,
DeleteYou're welcome :)
Hi. Just curious how your hair was after a few weeks and if it was still easy to comb when when wet?
ReplyDeleteHi,
DeleteIt's still easy to comb. I have thin and straight hair to begin with and combing is not a problem even when wet after this treatment.