Don’t be deterred by seeing the words ‘oil’ and ‘hair’ in close proximity – We take you through the newest miracle oils on the market that will have you saying ‘Hallelujah!’
By Anna McDougall
Rescu: What are the key culprits for hair damage?
Lais Koelle, Pantene Senior Scientist:
Damaged hair can be caused by many factors, including scalp problems, like dandruff, styling, and external aggressors such as UV rays, heat and pollution. For example, when hair is coloured, relaxed or permed, its natural conditioning and protective layer, known as the F-layer, is removed, affecting the hair structure. The F-layer acts as a sort of raincoat for the hair strand, so when this layer is removed, hair no longer has its protective raincoat, which explains why chemically treated hair structures soak up water like a sponge. The F-layer is also responsible for keeping the cuticle smooth, which is what makes hair reflect light and shine. Also, remember that frequent heat styling ultimately damages hair; if you want healthy hair that shines everyday, it’s best not to resort to blow dryers or straightening irons too often.
Rescu: How can we repair damage once it’s done?
Lais Koelle, Pantene Senior Scientist:
Damage tends to accumulate over time, so it is essential to adopt a good haircare ritual that comprises of shampoo, conditioner, rinse-off and/or leave- treatments as well as regular hair masks that provide repair to nourish and restore your hair’s health. For split ends, that is a very common type of hair damage, for example, the Pantene Daily Moisture Renewal collection is highly recommended as it targets the most damaged parts of the hair, such as the hair tips, which tends to be prone to developing into split ends overtime. An important third step following your shampoo and conditioner, the Split End Fuser was designed for severely damaged hair with split ends, it integrates Pantene’s Pro-V science with innovative technology to repair and fuse split ends.
L’Oreal Professionnel Mythic Oil Milk
Feel like Cleopatra with hair exuberance derived from aromatic and medicinal ingredients used in Ancient Eygypt. Perfect for fine and normal hair types, the Mythic Oil Milk is the midas touch for your weak, frizzy hair and unsightly split ends! Containing Royalactin and Passiflora Oil, experience strong and protected hair with the added bonuses of shine and softness. Rescu. loves the blend of avocado and grape seed oils that make this milky mist a pleasure for tired hair. The invigorating fragrance will keep you coming back for more!
Available exclusively from L’Oreal Professionnel salons. www.lorealprofessionnel.com.au or call 1300 651 141
David Babaii Miracle Oil
Want to know how you can get voluptuous volume whilst treating damaged hair? David Babaii Miracle Oil of course! This versatile hair oil contains a plethora of exotic ingredients, including immortelle essential oil, pequi fruit, acai, Brazilian nut oil, sweet almond oil, and Moroccan argan oil. Make way for healthy, bouncy hair as the ingredients perform to restore radical hair damage and the oil absorbs into every strand to create sought after volume. Perfect for all hair types. What’s not to love?
RRP: $29.95 Available online from https://www.davidbabaii.com and in store at Priceline, Terry White Chemists, Price Attack and further selected pharmacies.
Pantene Pro V Intensive Damage Repair Oil
For soft and shiny hair, say goodbye to dryness and split ends with the Pantene Pro-V Intensive Damage Repair Oil. The Repair Oil is a leave-on treatment will nourish your hair from the moment you slick it on without adding greasy residue or weight to your hair. It works to fight frizz and helps repair damage by coating each strand with the oil sealing the cuticle to help protect hair from breakage. The formulation protects the hair’s cuticles from the outside, while working to prevent protein loss from inside of the hair shaft. Silkening proteins allow even distribution through the hair and easy absorption by the hair shaft for clean, bouncy locks after each application.
RRP: $9.99 Available from leading supermarkets and pharmacies
Schwartzkopf BC Oil Light Miracle Finishing Treatment
If you find your fine hair if often left in the wake of our thicker-haired sisters, you can’t go past the BC Oil Light Miracle Finishing treatment. The light variant is the first oil to be specifically formulated for fine hair types.
The breakthrough formula in BC Oil Miracle Finishing Treatment is the carrier oil, which ensures that the botanical oil is distributed evenly and finely throughout the hair without heavy, residue build up. It leaves only the precious botanical oil behind in an ultra-fine layer for beautiful softness and shine. The luxurious honey colour will make you feel like Queen Bee!
Oil Miracle Light Finishing Treatment 100mL RRP $39.95 stockists, please call 1800 251 887
Matrix Biolage Equisite Oil Replenishing Treatment
With the powerful purifying properties of Moringa Oil from the seeds of the ‘Miracle Tree’ (yes, it’s a tree!), Matrix’s Biolage Equisite Oil Replenishing treatment creates strong healthy hair and locks in multi-dimensional hair shine, without adding extra weight to your tresses. Rescu. loves the omni-versatile treatment’s uplifting fragrance. Use overnight as a treatment, before shampooing or during conditioning.
RRP: $29 Available from 1st August 2012 from selected salons and retailers. Cal 1300 656 247 or visit www.matrixaustralia.com
