By Chloe Schneider
As it becomes more and more apparent that super sleek straight hair is a thing of the past, Rescu. girls are looking for products that will create volume, protect the hair, fight frizz and provide maximum hold. We’ve managed to find some new releases that fit the bill.
Rescu. Recommends:
For super firm hold
Aveda Control Force Firm Hold Hair Spray
Control Force Firm Hold Hair Spray not only provides firm hold, humidity resistance and flexibility but also won’t damage the environment; Aveda are the first beauty company to offer aerosols with net-zero climate impact through their funding of renewable energy.
Rescu. Roadtest: We found this spray to be fast drying, flake resistant and easy to use. The optimised sprayer allows for controlled application and ensures you don’t end up using too much. Control Force gave our do a full day of hold and we love that it won’t harm our hair or the environment.
Available in Aveda salons, spas and stores. Go to www.aveda.com.au for locations ($44.95)
For huge volume
Pureology Pure Volume Collection
If you have fine hair, look no further than Pureology. Using organic botanicals alongside advanced technologies, this 100% vegan range will give your hair incredible volume without compromising the longevity of your hair colour.
Rescu. Roadtest: The Pure Volume collection is a godsend to girls with fine hair; it increases thickness without decreasing colour. The latest edition to the range – the thickening spray – is a favourite of ours. It built wonderfully soft texture and thickened the hair. The lightweight spray is infused with certified organic botanicals of lemongrass, papaya and ginseng so it is not only good for your hair but your nose too.
Available in Pureology salons nationally. Visit www.pureology.com.au for more information.
Pure Volume Thickening Spray ($42.00) *pictured
Pure Volume Shampoo ($38.00)
Pure Volume Conditioner ($38.00)
Pure Volume Blow-Dry Amplifier ($42.00)
For bed-head texture
Redken Styling Texture Collection
If it’s rough and ready texture you’re seeking, Redken is where you’ll find it. This new collection features brand new formulas that allow you to inject fresh, on-trend texture to your mane.
Rescu. Roadtest: So many products that claim to add hold and texture end up leaving hair in clumps, with flaking or looking greasy. Redken’s latest formulas have maximum hold without any nasty side effects. Hair remains flexible, separated and look shiny, not greasy. Hold lasts all day and into the night without fly-aways or frizz. Try these products if you want super hold and maximum texture.
Available at selected salons nationally. Visit www.redken.com.au for more information
Redken Structure Wax 17 classic styling wax ($26.95)
Redken Hardwear 16 Super strong sculpting gel ($28.95)
For a killer blow-dry
Redken Style Connection Velvet Gelatine 07
We often only think of styling after our hair is dry when, in fact, we are more likely to create a desired look if we start the process before drying. This gel protects the hair from humidity and frizz; moisturising each strand to stop drying out and add body.
Rescu. Roadtest: On applying to the lengths of damp hair, we found this gel to melt into the hair easily, leaving a velour-like finish. Using the blow dryer to style, we found hair to be bouncier and lighter; this gel truly does add immense body to the hair. This is the perfect first step to achieving texture and volume, it creates a flawless base on which to further style your hair. We love!
Available at selected salons and retailers. Visit www.redken.com.au for more information ($36.95)
For an instant strength boost
L’Oreal Professional Serie Nature Re-Naitre Shampoo and Masque
Great hair starts with clean, healthy hair. Hybrid Technology has allowed L’Oreal to create products that are high performance and naturally based. The Re-Natire products are enriched with rice protein to aid natural recovery of weak hair.
Rescu. Roadtest: The transparent gel-textured shampoo cleansed hair and seemed to add strength to the hair after regular use. We found less breakage and stronger, thicker tips while roots were restored, ridding the hair of frizz and fly-aways. The masque is intensely nourishing and left the hair feeling much stronger and looking beautifully shiny. Perfect for harsh winter conditions, these products are a must-try.
Available in L’Oreal Professionnel Salons. Visit www.lorealprofessional.com.au for your nearest stockist.
Serie Nature Re-Naitre Fortifying Shampoo ($27.00)
Serie Nature Re-Naitre Fortifying Masque ($33.00)
*Image courtesy of Aveda
