Well, it has been too long. All I can say is damn I miss writing! I figured I would start with a simple post and it's about hair. I have generally been sticking to the usual products because I have difficult hair that seems to know what it likes. When it comes to styling I haven't strayed much from the hair oils and wax. Although it has been challenging to say the least when it comes to looking for wax that works for my hair. I recently decided to try out some Ouai products after hearing all the hype. I got a set of minis because there is no better way to try new things just in case it doesn't work out. So I picked up the Smooth Spray, Texturizing Hair Spray and Dry Shampoo.

The Smooth Spray is a pre-style product meant to act as a hydrating leave-in conditioner, detangler and heat protectant in one. It is enriched with amino acids, vitamin E and strengthening proteins. The texture is light, really easy to work it into the hair. It did a good job at detangling my hair and help smooth out frizz when styling but.. yes there is a but. My curls did come back as it naturally would after I blow dried or after a quick run through with an iron. It was just really smooth without the curly bounce. A good option if you are going for a straighter smooth look but. Unfortunately I didn't fancy that type of look very much.

The Texturizing Hair Spray is halfway between hairspray and dry shampoo. Formulated with volcanic primers and flexible polymers to amplify 'oomph' and create 'grip' for styling. I feel this is a good introduction to a texturizing spray. It gives a light hold and offers enough grit to give the hair a soft texture, nothing crazy. It leaves no residue. I like using this when my hair is feeling a bit meh to give it some life.

Now, dry shampoo for me is life especially since I don't wash my hair everyday. The Dry Shampoo not only absorbs excess oil but is also a great option to extend the longevity of your blow dry. The super-fine formula doesn't weigh down my hair and it doesn't leave behind any residue. Does a good good job at absorbing oil in between washes. Due to the light texture, I find that there's minimal build up which is great. The scent also helps with getting rid of any smells. Although I liked using this, I wasn't particularly blown away. Maybe because I already have my favourites.

As a whole the packaging is simple and aesthetically pleasing. And all three products smell really nice. However I probably wouldn't purchase the full size to these unless I really needed a texturizing spray. I got these at Sephora in case anyone wants to have a look.

It has been ages since I tried a new drugstore hair care product, only because I already have my drugstore go tos. So receiving this latest one from Pantene is a welcome change. The Pantene Pro-V 3 Minute Miracle Conditioner is part of the Total Damage Care range. The new formula is targeted to smoothen 3 months of damage in 3 minutes, repairs hair damage deep within the core and reduces protein loss to prevent further damage.

Frizz happens, dimiss it. Catchy tagline. I like it. Did it dismiss my frizz? Breaking it down, so read on. I attended a pamper session at the newly opened Atmosphere Salon at Atria Shopping Centre some time last month. Redken Frizz Dismiss is a new range targeted at controlling frizz on all hair types and in al humidity. It offers the first ever Frizz Protection  (FPF) - 3 levels of smoothing and humidity protection that address all frizzy hair types, from fine to coarse and unruly.

I was so excited when this arrived! I have been using the L'Oreal Professionnel Vitamino Masque in the previous formula for a few years. It has been my go to hair masque and I completely swear by it. Read the review here. L'Oreal Professionnel Vitamino Color A-OX is designed for coloured hair - colour perfecting and colour fixing. It is targeted to enhance glow, colour accuracy and colour eveness.

L'Oreal Professionnel Mythic Oil x Dear Charlotte is made for you girls out there who loves hair accessories. L'Oreal Professionnel and Dear Charlotte came up with a limited edition hair barrette which compliments the rich and luxurious nature of the Mythic Oil, in gold of course. The clip is designed by Vanessa Pinoncely who is a jewelry lover and a vintage fan.

Kérastase has been the leader in luxury haircare for over 50 years and I recently attended the Kérastase 50th Anniversary Luncheon to celebrate those amazing years. Since 1964 Kérastase has put its expertise in service of women to bring out the beauty in every woman's hair.

If you use any type of heat styling tool at all, you will notice your hair gets dry really fast and might even look damaged especially at the ends. So it's important for you to use some sort of heat-defense product to to protect your hair from heat damage. I have tried various over the years since I  religiously started using hair dryer and straightening iron and haven't really found one that suits my hair. Most make my hair look flat after styling.

yes i'm in there somewhere...

Groufie is in! Like it couldn't be more obvious by the amount of groufies flooding social media lately. Head & Shoulders the world's number one anti-dandruff shampoo launched #mylargestgroufie recently, a campaign to encourage Malaysians to get closer and to put their heads together as being dandruff free gives you the confidence to take groufies. I never thought about it that way but it does make sense.

Miko Galere opens it's first hair studio in collaboration with Kérastase recently, situated at the Beauty Hall, Pavilion Level 7. It's also the first hair salon in ASEAN that focuses on hair and scalp treatment. Miko Galere latest salon looks amazing somewhat fairytale-like. It's really a place where you would want to spend a whole day relaxing and getting pampered.

Three weeks, six hair washes, a new hairstyle and somewhat freshly coloured hair later, I can finally tell you about the latest L'Oréal Professionnel Majirel Cool Cover. Majirel Cool Cover is the first chrome, high resistant with intense even coverage. The new formula in the Majirel Cool Cover range is specially formulated to help neautralise warm tones making it easier to achieve the shade you want. The advanced technology contains Ionene G and Incell and is designed to protect the hair as well as the colour. Majirel Cool Cover also resists colour fade when exposed to elements such as UV lights and salt water. There are 18 shades to choose from -  which ranges from brown to light blonde.

L'Oreal Professionnel Absolut Repair Lipidium range is specifically formulated for damaged hair. It helps reduce the signs of damaged hair, making it stronger and softer. Damaged hair consists of different layers that suffers from lipid-deficiency. Lipids is a layer of fatty molecules that coats the hair shaft which helps to protect and preserve the hair. The natural shield however can get damaged or wears away due to brushing, colouring, use of heat styling tools and styling products. That's where this latest range from L'Oreal Professionnel comes in to help restore that shield.

Since my last scalp treatment, I have been using the Kérastase Sensidote range, a 3-Step routine for sensitive scalp. My scalp is much less irritated and slightly less oily. I also notice red spots occurrence is rare. Random ones do pop out but they don't stick around for long. This range is fantastic at sorting out sensitive scalp.

A clean scalp equals to healthy hair. Seriously. We spend so much money on hair products and treatments and yet a lot of us don't realise that the scalp needs just as much care.. or even more. I have to admit it's only over the past few years that I have been making a point to pay more attention to my scalp and over the past year, it has just intensified.

Recently I tried out the Kérastase Scalp Treatment at Grace Salon in Bangsar Village II and the difference after the treatment was amazing. I had my scalp treatment done at the Private Room which was really nice not having people around and all, relaxing. I know you guys must be curious about the private room just as you are the scalp treatment, but let me tell you guys how the treatment went first.

I managed to get some hair care and styling tips from Grace who has been in the industry for about 20 years. It's very important to keep the hair and scalp healthy, not only with quality products but also with a well balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.

If you are looking for hair care which uses botanicals than the recently launched Matrix Biolage Reinvention Core Range could be for you. It consists of ColorLast, SmoothProof, HydraSource and VolumeBloom. This range uses an exclusive blend of unique botanicals and the latest technologies in delivering gentle, high performing formulas to enhance the beauty of every hair type. Biolage's Biomatch refers to the innovative formula approach inspired by nature using science to design hair care to solve hair problems.

L'Oreal Malaysia General Manager of Professionel Products Division Heng Thang Yih, L'Oreal Malaysia PR Communications Manager Nicole Lee with Joanna Yew, Debbie Goh, Thanuja & Deanna Ibrahim

I was invited by L'Oreal Professionnel to try out the L'Oreal Professionnel X-Tenso Pro-Keratin Treament coupled with the Steampod Steam Care Service at A Cut Above Salon with Dee as as my hairstylist and Lily doing the treatment for my hair. The X-Tenso Care Pro-Keratin Straightening care range is designed to specifically care for hair that's undergone chemical treatment, to protect and reconstruct hair fibre. Chemically treated hair can become sensitised over time, making it coarse, fragile, dull, lacking in density and difficult to shape.

read on to find out how i got this hair

I think a lot of us can't help but be a little curious or perhaps even completely obsessed about all things French. For me it has to be the desserts and the effortless Parisian style. The French are not only known for their fashion and style but also their approach to hairstyles. Again effortless chic comes to mind. L'Oréal Professionnel, dubbed the Parisian House of Hair Dressing which has been in the forefront of technology and inspiration since 1909 with its first hair-colouring school on 14 Rue du Louvre, they bring the hair experience to a different level.

Its rich heritage is embodied in L'Oréal Professionnel La Maison with five unique values - Our heart beats to the rhythm of fashion, We celebrate artisanal excellence, We demand the best from innovation, We believe that sharing leads to success and We reveal everyone’s unique beauty.

Now you will get to experience that Parisian style service at Shawn Cutler Salon which is the first L'Oreal Professionnel Salon in Malaysia that has adapted the La Maison concept. From its interior to its services to the creative works of its hairstylist, the salon re-interprets the Parisian vibe the brand stands for, connecting the fashion, brand and modernity elements of Paris today.

Apart from the unveiling of the new concept of Shawn Cutler Salon, L'Oreal Professionnel also celebrated the launch of Mythic Oil Souffle d'Or, the sparkling shampoo and conditioner that illuminates your hair. If this sounds familiar, well I reviewed it a little while back. You guys can read the review here. 

If you guys are interested in a Parisian hair experience at Shawn Cutler Salon you can just make an appointment using your phone by downloading the Shawn Cutler mobile app here.

Shawn Cutler Salon | facebook
10 Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Baru,
59100 Kuala Lumpur.
03-2284 6326

Now isn't that a longer than usual title.. but yes you read right, Sparkling! My eyes lit up when I first saw it. Gold, shimmery, luxe looking - thought to myself, I got to have those! 

How many of you have dreamt of having smooth, frizz-free, shiny hair? My dream is those three, just in curls but it's nice to try something different for a change. L'Oreal Professionel Liss Unlimited range gives you just that, just not for curls. It's catered for smooth frizz-free straight hairstyle.. soft curls a the ends are optional.

L'Oreal Professionel Liss Unlimited range is not exactly a new introduction. It has however welcomed a few new products into the range. I have actually tried the shampoo and conditioner ages ago and it turned out alright but the smoothness factor didn't last too long. This improved range with new products is dubbed 'The First Climate Proof Programme' promises a longer lasting smoothness over 4 days, even in extremely humid conditions ie 80% humidity. I got to experience the whole range at Senze Studio yesterday and am dying to see if it really lasts 4 days.

Hello healthy hair, goodbye damaged hair.. all over again. If you have damaged hair and haven't found products that can solve the problem well here's something new from Redken. 

Described as giving shatterproof strength and multi-faceted shine, Redken Diamond Oil is the first silicone-free oil treatment. It's specifically targeted for dull damaged hair. Redken Diamond Oil contains the exclusive Interlock Protein Network which provides strength and the Shine Strong Complex delivers a nourishing blend of coriander, camelina and apricot oils. These oils were chosen for the ability to infuse strands and penetrate different layers of hair.

Yes I noticed and I'm sure you guys have too. Seems like I'm on a campaign spree but hey no harm in giving campaigns for a good cause centre stage for a change. I'm trying to do my part to make a difference here, every bit helps.

Water must be once of those natural resources we take for granted to no end. Do you guys realise that there are parts of the world that don't even have access to clean drinking water and lack proper sanitation. Feeling very lucky right about now?

So what does a hair care range have anything to do with a water campaing? Well Pureology a brand under L'Oréal recently announced it's Save Water. Give Water. Campaign 2013. Pureology is a pioneer in sustainability among L'Oréal brands. It has a heritage of environmental consciousness, using green botanicals and 100% vegan formulas.