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L’Oreal Total Repair 5 Shampoo  

Posted by: Foxy Frangipani in ,



Loreal Says:
Daily wear and tear can damage the hair’s surface and weaken the fibre. Hair becomes weak, looking limp and lifeless, losing its shine and silky feel.

L’Oréal Laboratories have developed a Pro-Keratine and Ceramide enriched formula that helps restore 5 visible signs of replenished hair without weighing it down.

L’Oréal Paris Total Repair 5 Shampoo is specially designed to repair damaged hair, cell after cell, without weighing hair down.

5 Problems. 1 Solution. 

INNOVATION PRO-KERATINE + CERAMIDE

L’Oréal Paris Total Repair 5 is our first total repair for damaged hair. The restoring haircare range repairs 5 of the top Canadian hair problems* by reconstituting and restructuring the hair at the cellular level. Its restoring formula with Pro-Keratine and Ceramide fights against: Damage, Thinning, Split-Ends, Brittleness and Dullness.

Pro-Keratine, a combination of 2 amino acids found in keratine, repairs the hair fibre, the hair structure is reinforced and hair regains its strength like new.

Ceramide, a patented compound from L’Oréal Laboratories, replicates hair’s intercellular cement, transforming the hair’s surface to an even and smooth condition.

Proven results:
1) Feels stronger
2) Looks fuller
3) Looks revitalized
4) Has a healthy-looking shine
5) Feels silkier

Foxy Frangipani Says:
Nett Wt: 80ml
Scent: Fresh

I got a couple of this shampoo from magazine purchase and exchange programmes. The 80ml size is perfect for gym use. I've since finished my 3rd and last bottle. Ready to review :)

Now, I wash my hair daily in the morning before work. So if I hit the gym later, I will wash my hair again. Previously I was using deep cleansing shampoo and my hair ended up being really dry :S (I cannot NOT wash my hair in the morning - habit!)

This is perfect! It didn't dry out my hair, as a matter of fact, keeps it really soft and silky after each wash. No need for a conditioner (no time anyway, I usually would get really hungry after gym, about 9pm).

I don't know about hair looking fuller. Don't they always look fuller after a fresh wash and a blow dry? Hee...

For me, this lathers really well and easy to rinse off too.
Does not make my scalp itch and smells good!

I might get more of these for gym use, after I finished other samples of course. Why gym use only? I love my Redken more :P

Lakme K.THERAPY Active Prevention Shampoo  

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Lakme Says:
Revitalising shampoo which prevents hair loss. 
Provides energy and vigour to devitalised hair.

Foxy Frangipani Says:
Nett Wt: 250ml
Texture: Cream
Scent: Fresh
Colour: White

Pictured here is the old packaging. Bought this from Shins when I was suffering quite bad hair loss. This resided in my gym bag so I only used it about 3 times a week.

Lathers very well, scent was pleasant.
Does a decent job in cleansing my scalp, but not drying.

Didn't notice any obvious improvement in terms of preventing hair loss; but since it is no longer a problem for me I guess it helped a little.

No plans of repurchasing this as I already found my HG Shampoo :)

KAO ASIENCE Inner Rich Treatment  

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I'll be using alot of pics from the web, as just as the wedding madness has ended, it is now house-reno madness (!!)


Kao Says:
Contains high concentration of natural precious ingredients that deeply nourishes and protects the hair while strengthening it from the core. 


Also enriched with Royal Jelly extract that keeps hair smooth and supple to the ends.




Foxy Frangipani Says:


Texture: Thick cream
Scent: Pleasant, hint of ginseng
Nett Wt: 180g
Color: White
Price: n/a
Made in: Japan



I'll be first to admit that I pay the least attention to hair care all the while. Even when I suffered hair loss due to work stress some years back, my diligence is still not comparable to skincare.


So on normal circumstances, I wouldn't be spending on hair treatments.
Just that I got this for free hehehe. It is part of the Goodie Bag items, complimentary from The Hotel where my wedding was held.


It was only on my wedding day that I realized just how much hairspray was needed to hold the little up do. Lets just put it this way - never in my entire life have I had to use so much hairspray. It held my mane in place for a good 16 hours! And that means, washing it off was a real real pain!


And I thought that was it... then I flew to Taipei to have my wedding shots taken. Another round of hairspray attack. This time it was worse, as I had 6 different styles. When I washed my hair that night, all I could think off was OMG OMG OMG... another round of hair loss?! I promise I'll be good!


(The Husband commented that my hair looked dry - I've always have oily scalp! So that was bad news)


Then I became so grateful this was gifted to me hehehehe. Because after just one use, I couldn't stop touching my hair :) I'm still not diligent enough to use it daily (I don't think I'll ever come to that level, also I didn't want super oily hair); but twice a week seems  pretty awesome for me.


After shampoo I use about the size of 2 peas and massage into my hair, avoiding the scalp. I leave it anywhere from 3-10 mins, depending on how much time I have in the shower. Even 3 mins did wonders for me.


Rinse with cold water, and air-dry. Hair looks much healthier, glossy even.
Best of all, I don't have to worry about dry hair (I wash my hair daily, sometimes with deep cleansing shampoo).


Definitely opportunity for re-purchase :)

bynature Plant Extracts Herbal Shampoo - Soapberry  

Posted by: Foxy Frangipani in ,

It is a lazy lazy Sunday, raining at the moment. So what is better than stay home and blog? :D

I've been finishing a couple of products lately so now is the best time to post some reviews..
Don't remember reviewing any shampoos so far, I have about 4 soon to be empties, yay! When choosing for shampoos, my main concerns are: 
- for thinning hair / hair loss
- dandruff (it happens when I'm extremely stressed)
- good ingredients, as much as possible. If organics all the better, moving towards that direction.

I suffered from mild hair loss few years ago when I constantly clocked 4-5 hours of sleep, together with irregular meal times, and super long working hours. I grew up with really black, thick hair so it was heartbreaking to experience hair loss :(

I've since changed my lifestyle and happy to share that hair loss is no longer a huge concern for me. Its on its way back to the happy old days hehe.

Okay, so here is the first that I'm going to review - Soapberry Shampoo from bynature.


bynature Says:

Relieves itching and removes dandruff


Saponin in Soapberry extract helps to relieve the itching and remove dandruff. Deeply cleanse and soften the scalp, draw out bacteria and helps prevent hair from grayness. Leave hair more shine and healthier.

Direction: Gently masage into wet hair and scalp, rinse thoroughly. Follow by Bynature Soapberry + Olive Oil Conditioner
INGREDIENTS:

DI Water, Ammonium lauryl sulfate, (Plant derived),Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate (Plant derived), Cocamidropropyl Betaine (Plant derived), Aloe vera Extract ,(Plant derived), Polyquaternium10 (Plant cellulose), D Panthenol (Natural derived), Sodium Chloride (Natural derived), Fragrance, Methylchloroisothiazolinone

Some Benefits of Soapberry:
Soapberry (Sapindusmukorossi Gaertn) in Thailand called "Prakamdeekwai". It also has a Chinese name called “Wu Chen Zi” (means “no dust”). Soapberry, especially Chinese Soapberry, have become popular as a natural mixture of cosmetic industry due to its environmental friendly benefit. It is a popular ingredient of shampoos and cleansers. Soapberry is safe even for washing silk, woolens and other delicate fabrics.

The Soapberry is one of the leading trees that provide beautification in tropical Asia such as Thailand . Along time ago, we are also used traditionally to wash hair and to treat mild to moderate skin. It is also safe for people with sensitive skin, even people who suffer allergic reactions to store bought “sensitive skin” cleansers. The biggest advantage of Soapberry is uses with safety; it is not harm when Soapberry remains to human body.

In Thailand , we are extensively used it for the treatment of hair and scalp issues such as hair loss and anti-dandruff. Today, we have developed the soapberry as a natural ingredient as an essential hair care products for shine and softness of hair. It is safe for people with sensitive skin, even people who suffer allergic reactions to store bought “sensitive skin” cleansers.

Foxy Frangipani Says:
Scent: Light refreshing scent. A little citrusy.
Texture: Transparent gel - yellow.
Nett Wt: 250ml
Others: Made in Thailand
Price: I don't exactly remember, but less than 200 Baht. Got this at the Bkk Airport - Boots :)

Why I like it: 
99% Plant derived
No SLS, SLES, DEA
Paraben Free
Recyclable PET package

This is one of my favourite shampoo so far :D It lathers up quite easily and doesn't sting my eyes. Most importantly it really helps to prevent dandruffs and a bonus to it - non-drying.

Cleanses really well without stripping off oil. I'd re-purchase this again, anytime!