L'Oreal Professionnel Philippines #WearYourColorProud Campaign

     If there's one thing that I want to achieve other than flawless skin, it's the right hair color for my asian skin tone. Having colored hair can make ones personality stand out in the crowd so if you want to have a flattering hair color, it should complement your skin tone. I know that choosing the right hair color is not that easy because there's a wide range of colors to choose from. 

     It's also hard to decide because not all color treatment products will show beautiful and radiant on each hair strand. I know there's a lot of considerations that we make before we push through it and for me that includes the shade, the salon, the stylist, the price and the most important is the brand of hair color that you'll use. So are you ready to Wear your color proud?

L'Oreal Professionnel Philippines #WearYourColorProud Campaign
Bangs Tony and Jackey Sm North Annex Branch

[CLOSED] L'Oreal Professionnel Philippines x Dear Kitty Kittie Kath #wearyourcolorproud + GIVEAWAY!!!

     If there's one thing that I want to achieve other than flawless skin, it's the right hair color for my asian skin tone. Having colored hair can make ones personality stand out in the crowd so if you want to have a flattering hair color, it should complement your skin tone. I know that choosing the right hair color is not that easy because there's a wide range of colors to choose from. It's also hard to decide because not all color treatment products will show beautiful and radiant on each hair strand. I know there's a lot of considerations that we make before we push through it and for me that includes the shade, the salon, the stylist, the price and the most important is the brand of hair color that you'll use. So are you ready to Wear your color proud?

   Filipinas deserve to have their beauty brought out and developed the best way possible. With this, Filipinas everywhere will be empowered to showcase their looks and character. As the leading provider of hair color in the Philippine salon industry, it is L’Oreal Professionnel’s advocacy to be able to provide all Filipinas the best hair color using the right hair color brand for them and we want to do this through proper consultation and diagnosis. It is our aim to be able to educate hairstylists on the science of proper skin tone diagnosis to give all types of Filipina - mestiza, morena or chinita- the hair color that suit them best.

Wear your color PROUD!!!
EVERY FILIPINA – MESTIZA, MORENA OR CHINITA – CAN NOW BE PROUDER OF HER COLOR + GIVEAWAY!

Product Review: Kerastase Cristalliste Bain Cristal Luminous Perfecting Shampoo

     I pay more attention when it comes to hair care now than before. My hair was very low maintenance before because all it takes to complete my hair care routine every day includes shampoo and conditioner. I don't apply serums and I don't blow dry my hair. I just let it dry naturally and after combing I'm good to go. But as time pass by consider the age factor and numerous chemical treatments that I've gone through, my hair strands became weak and brittle. I have thin limp hair to begin with and it's easily prone to dullness and breakage. The worst thing that happened to my locks was major major hair fall. To address these issues, I change shampoo and conditioner every month- some lessened the hair fall while others make it worst. I already found my HG shampoo with Pure Beauty Tsubaki Treatment Shampoo and Botanique Spa Morocco Argan Oil Shampoo but there are times that my hair still needs extra care and shine. With so many brands of commercial and organic shampoos in the market today, it's very hard to choose which one to try first as most of them promises good results. What my hair needs now is shine! My digi-permed hair will turn three months old this coming November that's why the curls are not that shiny anymore. Thank goodness that Kerastase is here to rescue. 

     To tell you honestly, I'm not planning to use this shampoo because I was very much contended with the current shampoo that I'm using. I was planning to repurchase another bottle of Botanique Spa shampoo earlier this month but I decided to give this variant a try. If you'll ask me why I veered away from this varaint without trying it first, then the answer would probably my first experience with another variant of Kerastase shampoo- the Reflection Bain Chroma Riche. I had a not so good experience with the first variant of shampoo that I've tried from Kerastase but with this one, that impression vanished! It made me think again that all shampoo variants were created with a purpose and that purpose should serve us well. So do you think this shampoo made a yay or a nay? Click CONTINUE READING to read my experience!

Kerastase Cristalliste Bain Cristal Luminous Perfecting Shampoo
KÉRASTASE PARIS, the “hair and scalp expert since 1964” unveils Cristalliste, the best-kept secret for hair that shines bright from roots to tips. Hair that sparkles like crystal, weightless as light—the KÉRASTASE PARIS Cristalliste is enriched with the Liquid Light Complex, cleaning and purifying the hair’s roots, polishing the hair’s dry ends and enhancing its natural glow and shimmer. The result is hair that is feather-light and smooth, cascading down in a flowing manner, with luminous shimmer caused by the refraction of light from one hair fiber to the other.

Product Review: Pantene Color and Perm Shampoo

     Hello! I need to counteract this laziness every first day of the week that's why I'll greet you a Happy Monday dearies! Whew! My last hair care review was months ago because I settled on using my HG hair care products but when I attended the BDJ Box Beauty Social Event and they included samples of Pantene Color and Perm shampoo to our loot bag that's good for 7 days, I gave this brand an opportunity to shine once again. I have a love-hate relationship with Pantene shampoos and conditioners before. I love this because it doesn't cause major hair fall but I hate that it does cause breakouts on my forehead and some on my neck :( I veered away from this brand and said to myself not to try this again. But when Pantene made this product for specific hair needs- for color treated and permed hair, something inside my head tells me to try again this brand.

     So without thinking twice, I braved myself to try the product for 7 days! It's a risk for me to shampoo my hair for 7 days straight. If you you're a long time reader of this blog, for sure ya'll know that I shampoo my hair 3-4 times a week. And by using this for 7 days, there's no assurance that my hair will get good results. But on my 2nd and 3rd day, I noticed that the effect of this shampoo was the same as what I experienced before but doesn't gave me negative results! Fantastic :) This is the first time that I'll rave about Pantene :) Click Read More to find out what Pantene Color and Perm made my color-treated hair after 7 days...

The Story Behind Pantene Color and Perm

Pantene Pro-V Color and Perm lasting care system is specially formulated with Liquid Crystal Technology that helps hair to repair chemically damaged hair. It also protects colored and permed hair from further damage, so hair color stays healthier for up to 6 weeks. Scientific research shows that hair gets damaged every time you subject it to coloring, perming, and extreme heat. This is because the hair's natural protective layer is ripped-off to alter your hair's fundamental structure from black to brown, straight to permed, wavy to straight. While your hair may look glamorous in pictures, it may be weakened and unhealthy from within. This damage affects the fundamental structure of hair, depleting hair's natural healthy beauty, thus hair is unable to maintain the desired end look.

Pantene Color and Perm Lasting Care Shampoo's LIQUID CRYSTAL TECHNOLOGY has been proven to effectively  protect hair from damage. Now you can enjoy healthy, shiny, colored hair

size: 170ml / 8.5 fl.oz.

price: 124.75 php (Around $3.00+)

place bought: free (got this from BDJ as a prize from the Pantene 7 days giveaway)

Leading Supermarkets and Department Stores Nationwide! 

instructions for use: Massage onto wet scalp/hair gently. Rinse off thoroughly. 

ingredients: Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Glycol Distearate, Fragrance, Cocamidopropyl Betain, Sodium Citrate, Cocamide MEA, Sodium Xylenesulfonate, Dimethicone, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Polyquaternium-6, Panthenol, Panthenyl Ethyl Ether, Hydrochloric Acid, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone.

Pantene Color and Perm Shampoo's consistency is not thick nor runny.

7 days after using Pantene Color and Perm Shampoo- this photo was my official entry to the contest. If you want to see the ladies who love Pantene Color and Perm Shampoo, buy the May issue of Cosmopolitan Magazine. You can see this photo on page 48 like the one that I posted below :)
My hair color here is LIGHT HAVANA from HBC

Pantene Color and Perm Shampoo
Thank you Cosmopolitan Magazine for the feature

What I like:

• I love the packaging! It's very sleek and neat looking.
• The consistency is not thick nor runny.
• Produces a rich lather and I only need a little amount to shampoo my hair.
• My hair doesn't feel stiff after shampooing.
• This shampoo made the color of my hair more vibrant and shiny.
• After 2 weeks, the color of my hair hasn't faded. 
• Since color treated hair is prone to dryness and breakage, I experienced a very little hair fall. Less than 5 strands and that's very promising for someone like me who had a major hair fall history.

What I don't like:

• The scent- not long lasting.

Will I repurchase? Yes! This is my favorite and HG Shampoo as of the moment.

Recommendation:

     I give this a 4.75/5 rating. I love this shampoo and even recommended it to my relatives and friends. This is the first time that my hair has agreed with local brand. If you remember my hair care posts, I presume you know that my hair always agree with Korean or other international brands but this time Pantene made a big difference. Just follow the instructions on how to use the product. I had a bad experience before from not following instructions and made my hair very coarse and dry. If you want to really take good care of your hair, if the product says shampoo, lather then rinse- do it! Don't let the product sink into you hair and scalp for more than 2 minutes unless otherwise stated or you'll end up stripping the shine of your locks. 

     

     I highly recommend this product! Have you tried Pantene Color and Perm shampoo? Share us your experience!

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Product Review: Kerastase Reflection Bain Chroma Riche Shampoo

     How do you cope with the breezy cold weather lately? I hate this bed weather because it makes my whole body paralyzed! Yes, I've been sleeping the whole day for 3 days now. I'm not sure if the weather is the culprit but whatever it is, I need to be back on my blogging stint. I have pending reviews from last year and I'll make it up to you. So to start, let me share my thoughts on another expensive hair care product- Kerastase Reflection Bain Chroma Riche shampoo. I got this product when I won the giveaway that I joined last August 2012. I'm using this together with Kerastase Reflection Bain Chroma Riche Masque for around 4-5 months now. FYI, I shampoo my hair twice or thrice a week only that's why a bottle of shampoo lasts a long long time. I know Kerastase hair care products are one of the most expensive line in the market that's why I'm expecting a 100% result after every wash of giving my color-treated hair the shine that it needs. 

Kerastase Reflection Bain Chroma Riche Shampoo
When color treated hair comes up against daily attacks such as heat styling irons, UV rays, external pollutants and chemical treatments, Kerastase Reflection BainChroma Riche will soften and bathe the strands to help hydrate and give back intensity and shine. Formulated with Kerastase Aqua-Ionic System, it re-sources with essential elements and fills the fiber with micro prisms and light refractors, leaving your hair fibers with a luminous, mirror-like shine.

Kerastase Reflection Bain Chroma Riche Shampoo
A protective shampoo for dry, highlighted color treated hair

Anti-fading.
Cleanses while adding softness and shine.
Moisturizes hair so it feels supple to the touch.
UV Filter.
Hair shimmers with radiance.
 *kerastase usa*

size: 250ml / 8.5 fl.oz.

price: 1,450 php (Around $38.00+)

price based from David's Salon Sm Fairview

place bought: free (got it from as a prize from a giveaway)

leading salons nationwide

instructions for use: Apply a quarter-sized amount to wet hair and massage with flat hands. Emulsify and rinse thoroughly. For maximum results, follow with Kerastase Reflection Chroma Riche Masque.

ingredients: Aqua/Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Coco Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Amodimethicone, Laureth-5 Carboxylic Acid, Cocamide Mipa, Polyquarternium-10, PPG-5-Ceteth-20 ,Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Methylparaben, Peg-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate, Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Ethylparaben, Tocopehryl Acetate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Limonene, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, Hexylcinnamal, Citronellol,Methyl Cocoate, Geraniol, Sodium Cocoate, CI 17200/red33, Parfum/Fragrance. C28697/1.

What I like:

• Classy and luxurious packaging.
• I like the scent, smells so good!
• My hair looks silky and smooth.
• The color of my hair retained it's vibrancy after so many washes.
• No dandruff and breakouts on my back and in my forehead.

What I don't like:

• The price! It's verrry expensive for a cheapskate like me
• Even though the packaging is classy and looks luxurious, I prefer pump type bottle because I can control on how much product to dispense.
• My hair feels a bit dry and rough as it needs conditioner afterwards.
• Doesn't produce enough lather, I feel like using organic shampoo.
• Weighs down my hair and makes it frizzy if I just let it dry naturally.

Will I repurchase? No, there's a lot of cheap and cost-effective shampoos out there to try.

Recommendation:

     I give this a 3/5 rating. I'm having difficulty seeing the results :( Honestly, I really wanted to give this product another chance after emptying the bottle. I'm thinking of using this everyday starting today to see if there's any difference from my cons above. Maintaining a color-treated hair can be expensive and needs to much effort. You need to have a shampoo-conditioner-serum-treatment (masque, cream or oil) specially formulated for color-treated hair to maintain it's color and to avoid dryness. I'm very lucky I have tried this product, this is very expensive for me and I know I'll not be able to purchase this again in the realm of possibility. 

     Have you tried any expensive and high-end shampoo before? Or you're currently using one?

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February in December

     I've been meaning to share this post last week before I published my FAB Holiday Makeover at The Jing Monis Salon but I'm still waiting for the last prize to arrive. So when it arrived yesterday, I took photos of it and now the list is complete. Why February in December? I guess, what happened last February on all the giveaways that I joined happened again last month. If you read my posts: February Part 1 and February Part II you'll say that I'm really very lucky when it comes to online giveaways, contests and promos. 

     Jing Monis Salon I DV Hairpieces Like and Share Giveaway

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.454458784601638.95700.375273799186804&type=1

READ my makeover experience here :D

Lissa Kahayon x SM GTW Christmas Promo Giveaway

http://www.lissakahayon.com/2012/11/christmas-promo-from-sm-gtw-blog.html

So Gelleesh Hair Care Giveaway

http://www.gelleesh.com/2012/12/the-black-pelan-hot-oil-is-yours.html

     Thank you Gellie, I can now have a hair spa party with my sisters at home. This winning is very timely since our hairs need some loving from all the abuses last year. Think of dyeing, straightening and curling our hair using mechanical and chemical products. 

Vanity and Everything in Between's BDJ 2013 Planner Giveaway

http://www.rarevanity.net/2012/12/winner-of-bdj-2013-planner.html

     Yay to my new planner! I can say this is my first "formal planner" to date. I had one planner before but can't call it the real planner because all I did was post stickers to it and never wrote anything on the pages. Bummer! So now, I'm very motivated to write all the thoughts I have in mind because BDJ planner is not just a planner, it's a power planner. Everything a woman needs in a planner is on BDJ :D

Bioessence Christmas Treat

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=521994727824854&set=a.277270825630580.75251.236767139680949&type=1&theater

Kanebo Powderless Liquid Foundation Sample and Makeover

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=370911622998093&set=a.233682206721036.55028.183987861690471&type=1&theater

     Had this makeover last December at Kanebo counter Sm beauty section Mall of Asia. The MUA there was very approachable and never had a dull moment while she's doing my makeup.  Silly me forgot her name :( I love the transformation she did using this new foundation from Kanebo. I like my eye makeup here because of the smokey look that doesn't look to harsh for daytime. The coverage is excellent, no need for concealer and it turns into powder that looks good on photos. I hope I can get a full-size of this product soonest!!! Hello another tipid mode (saving mode)

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FAB Holiday Makeover at The Jing Monis Salon

     My life in 2012 has been showered with so many prizes from the giveaways and contests that I joined. I'm always sharing my giveaway winnings because I also want my readers to join random giveaways and contests where I won. My relatives and friends always tell me how lucky I am. They sometimes ask me to join other contests like the lottery but this involves money and there's like a single probability that I will win. So moving on...

     From all the contests and giveaways that I've joined, this was the grandest and the most fabulous of all. If you'll ask me why, this was my first time to have a makeover done in one of the most prestigious salon in the Philippines and it's also my first time to wear something that most celebrities wear in their crowning glory. Winning from Jing Monis Salon's like and share giveaway on Facebook was the bomb! Imagine yourself being pampered in a place where famous celebrities like Maxene Magalona and Judy Ann Santos, socialites and politicians entrust their hair and makeup services. I felt very special and princessy that day since this once in a lifetime experience truly made my day epic.

     This post will be a lengthy one. I do hope you'll read it from the very start up to the last part because I'll be sharing important things that I learned from the makeover team. So are you guys ready? Let's start shall we?

     Jing Monis Salon Makati, Greenbelt 1 branch is located at the 3rd floor above the cinemas. When I arrived there, I thought the salon's place was very small but when I stepped inside and welcomed by the receptionist, I was awed by the ambiance. The place was very quiet and I felt the homey environment with the warm welcome of the staffs.

     And when I entered the other side of the room, there I saw all the staffs and crews that's very busy doing their clients hair and makeup. I was really surprised that the place was packed with their loyal customers having their holiday makeovers. Some were going to attend weddings while others were having their Christmas parties. 

Goodbye dry and damage hair

     Before the makeover, Ms. Joana Ballesteros PR and marketing manager explained to me the treatments and procedures for my makeover. She also introduced me to my makeover team: Mr. Fritz Almencion, Mr. Rigel Buna Tedor- creative stylists and Joyce Seludo- makeup artist. I learned so many things from them. I'm really overwhelmed and treated like their loyal customers unlike other salon staffs that were snooty, IMO. They are very friendly and approachable!!!

Say hello to my new haircut. My apologies for this haggard face, had no sleep when I went for my makeover :(

     

     So here are the important points that I learned from Mr. Fritz. From his experience from other top salons in our country, I'm sure that his hair care advice is a must if we want to achieve the celebrity salon style hair :D Always make sure to have your haircut every 2 months. Trim the edges so to eliminate split ends thus having less frizzy hair. Hair can be damaged not only from the chemicals that we apply to them like shampoo, conditioners, gels, and DIY treatments.

     Environmental pollution is also another factor. It is advisable to shampoo your hair 4 times a week so that natural hair oil will not be stripped off from your hair cuticles. It will also maintain the PH balance of your hair. Choose the right shampoo depending on your hair type. Like in my case, I need use shampoo and conditioner for color- treated hair since I have colored hair. Shampoo starting from the scalp to wash out chemical buildups and condition starting from the tips. 

     Other points we discussed were the common things for hair care like avoid tugging and using friction when towel dying your hair just let the natural air make it dry. Use umbrella and other protection for your hair from the damaging and drying effects of the sun and acid from the rain. Make sure to have your hair treatments every month to maintain the health of your tresses.

Toning down my hair color. From ash blonde, golden blonde to dark ash brown 

Giving my hair all the boosts that it needed :) Thanks to the organic hair treatment made exclusively by Jing Monis Salon called Bonacure. They applied the total hair repair treatment here. My locks felt soft and smooth after. I love how it gave volume to my thin limp hair.

     And before I forgot, he cut the dry ends of my hair and trimmed some parts as you can see on the photos above. After this he toned down the color of my hair from ash blonde/golden blonde to dark ash brown to match the color of my hair extensions. The last thing they did was applying the organic hair treatment (Bonacure)- total hair repair which Jing Monis Salon exclusively formulated for all types of hair problems.

DV hair pieces. The most gorgeous hair extensions that I've seen and now I'm owning one. I know this is expensive but worth the buy if you're planning to have one. This is made from human hair. 

My hair extensions color is expresso, it's natural to medium brown shade.

It's very easy to use since this is a clip on type of hair extensions. They also have another type, the tape one. If I'm not mistaken, the latter is permanent, IMO.

     

     After all these, the exciting part was the hair extensions. It's my first time to use this amazing hair pieces. The color is expresso and I was a bit unconscious at first because after years of being blondish, my hair color now is a bit dark. This real human hair extensions weighs a bit heavy since I'm not yet used to it but I really love wearing it!!! I love my makeover :) From the haircut, to the treatment to my extensions and the makeup. The makeover made me looked like my early 20's. Haha!

MUA- Joyce Seludo (a graduate from HD Makeup Studio and Academy)

Light smokey eyes for photoshoot.

Thank you so much Ms. Joyce, no wonder my makeup looks fab!!!

Mr. Fritz Almencion and Mr. Rigel Buna Tedor- creative stylists

Thank you so much guys!!!

The gorgeous PR and Marketing Manager Ms. Joana Ballesteros

Thank you so much for choosing me as the winner!!!

     I highly recommend Jing Monis Salon! It's worth every peso you spent, you really get what you pay for. Aside from excellent service, you're treated like the most important person of all :D

More photos from Jing Monis Salon Facebook Page here:

The Jing Monis Salon

http://www.thejingmonissalon.com/

The Jing Monis Salon is located at 3rd Level Greenbelt 1, Makati. You may call them at 893-4098 or 804-4773. 

Like and follow them for more updates and informations:

https://www.facebook.com/jingmonissalon

https://twitter.com/jingmonissalon

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Product Review: Kerastase Reflection Chroma Riche Masque

     Hi loves! How's your long weekend so far? Hope everyone's enjoying this long vacay. This review was scheduled yesterday but the fail blogger in me sits in and I forgot to schedule it on time. Bummer! Well, if my memory serves me right this is the first expensive hair treatment mask that I have to date. Since I have color-treated hair, it's very important to give it hair treatment every week so that it'll look shiny and soft to touch. I also wanted the color to last longer than usual and make it more vibrant so I really need to invest on hair treatments that's cost- effective. 

     I did not plan to invest on a whooping thousand plus pesos hair treatment product. I know there's a lot of commercial brands that will not break my bank. But if I have a chance to use an expensive one, then I grab the chance. Thanks to my luck on joining contests because I won this hair treatment that I considered a luxurious one! To tell you honestly, I really take advantage of this product since this is very pricey. I use this once a week and let the magic stays on my hair for more than 10 minutes even if the instructions says 5 :P I know it's so wrong not to follow instructions (I did it thrice) and good thing nothing bad happened to my hair.

     I'm already half- way the tub. If only I can make this lasts the whole year so that every DIY treatment will be worth the price I'll do it. But nothing lasts forever so I'll just enjoy and cherish every moment I use this product on my locks. If you see my pictures and you noticed that my hair is tamed and the color is vibrant it only means that I've used this hair mask on my locks.

     

     Kerastase Reflection Chroma Riche

     Luminous softening treatment masque for highlighted or sensitized, colour-treated hair. Rinse out formula.

Kerastase Reflection Chroma Riche Masque
Classy Packaging 

Kerastase Reflection Chroma Riche Masque
Sturdy plastic tub.

Kerastase Reflection Chroma Riche Masque
With plastic lid to avoid from spilling when you accidentally drop the tub

Kerastase Reflection Chroma Riche Masque
The texture is very thick

size: 200ml/ 6.8 fl.oz

price: free

2,700 php (Around $66.00) at David's Salon

place bought: free

Got it as a prize from Maven's Magazine Contest.

instructions for use: Use after shampooing, massage on hair and leave on for 5 minutes. Rinse hair after.

ingredients: Aqua/Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Amodimethicone, Cetyl, esters, Isopropyl Alcohol, Methylparaben, Trideceth-6, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride, Centrimonium Chloride, Hexyl Cinnamal, Parfum/Fragrance.

What I like:

• Classy packaging.
• The scent- not overpowering.
• A little goes a long way.
• Gives my color-treated hair the shine it needs.
• My hair feels soft and smooth after using this mask.
• Easily accessible.
• With batch and manufacturing date printed on the tub.
• I didn't experienced any hair fall.

What I don't like:

• Very pricey!!!
• In a tub, a bit unhygienic to use if you just dip your fingers every after use.

Will I repurchase? Maybe, if I have the money to spend on a hair care product that really works why not. But as of the moment, I'll save my money first :)

Recommendation:

      I give this a 4/5 rating. This hair masque gives my hair the boosts that it needed like softness and shine. The color of my hair stays vibrant after a month of using it once a week and there's a luminous effect after every wash. I love this product but the price is very steep for a cheapskate like me. But if you have the money, this is a very good buy for making your hair vibrant! It's ok to spend on luxurious treatment once in a while but if you're a cheapskate like me, I think there's a lot of cheaper hair mask treatment out there to try that can give the same results. If you want an affordable hair treatment product that works, I recommend you to try Lorys Snake Oil and Duo Chocolate variants ^^

     Have you tried Kerastase hair treatment products? What's your favorite?

Good Times!~

   

Richenna Bubble Hair Color in Golden Blonde

     As I've said on previous posts, my hair needs some loving! My hair tends to get dry and frizzy two months after using hair color treatments. I'm not blaming it to Prettia, I love the color of my hair after using this bubble hair dye. It's given that color-treated hair will get dry after the treatment that's why it should be given utmost care. You need to nourish it with the right shampoo and conditioner. If you want to see my past hair colors click here :D

     This post will just be the continuation of my DIY hair coloring adventure. But this time, I opted to buy something cheaper since I'm on a tight budget mode. I saw this bubble hair color at Watsons months ago and became very curious. I read all the information on the box and I'm surprised that it has a wide range of colors. I'm torn between Richenna and Etude House but after reading Janet's review, I focused my mind to Richenna. Thanks to Janet of Journey on Beauty and Nonsense Stuff for making a very comprehensive review of this product. You can check her post here. 

Richenna Bubble Hair Color in Golden Blonde
GOLDEN BLONDE- 350php

Richenna Bubble Hair Color in Golden Blonde

     Choosing the right color was very tricky for me. There's a chart at the back of the box that will show you the before and after hair color. I got confused because the after color would be darker if you have a lighter hair color to start with. Since my previous hair color was platinum beige, this golden blonde will make my hair darker. 

BEFORE: Prettia Platinum Beige

The roots are showing

AFTER 1 WEEK: Richenna Golden Blonde

     If you'll compare the before and after photos, Richenna gave my hair a bit of reddish/orange-y tint and it colored my roots a bit. It's different irl because the color is more on the brown/ ash-y side. I'm satisfied with the result making my hair color even and also for the cheaper price. But if I'm going to color my hair again, I will still choose Prettia. The only downside of this product is that it made my hair coarse even if I use the treatment conditioner included inside the box. My hair saver is the Kerastase mask Chroma Riche. Will make a review of this expensive hair treatment that I won from a magazine contest. 

     Any thoughts on my new hair color? Thanks for visiting :D Will announce the winner of my giveaway on my next post.

Good Times!~