By Chloe Schneider
At RESCU, we’re envisioning unkempt, textured styles for the long, lazy days of summer. To avoid looking like Britney after a big night out, these sorts of looks are best executed in healthy, shiny hair like Sienna Miller’s. And because we’ll be so busy soaking up the summer sun and enjoying the holidays, we also want our styling and hair care regime to be as effortless as possible.
Think we’re asking too much? Think again.
We’ve found the perfect products to save your hair from heat, salt water and dehydration as well as some styling products that will have your hair looking effortlessly gorgeous in no time.
The Summer Shampoo & Conditioner
Herbal Essences Hello Hydration
Herbal Essences’ thirst quenching shampoo and conditioner uses coconut milk and orchid to help replenish the moisture that the sun, salt and sand steals from your hair.
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This is formulated for all hair types and easily replaces any shampoo and conditioner you are used to using. It smells tropical and delicious, perfect for the summer months and leaves the hair smooth and beautifully hydrated. A really easy way to make sure your hair doesn’t suffer during summer.
Available at department stores, variety stores, supermarkets and selected pharmacies ($5.99 each)
The Quick Fix
Batiste Dry Shampoo
If you haven’t jumped on board the dry shampoo bandwagon, we’ll be very surprised. It has become a staple in every girl’s life, supply a quick refresher for those days you don’t have time to wash your locks. Batiste have dry shampoo with a difference; allowing you to choose from a range of scents and cleverly offer coloured varieties.
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The brunette girls at Rescu. are loving the coloured varieties; they work just as well as normal dry shampoo but don’t leave any white residue in the hair. The scented Dry shampoos banish oily roots and revitalise lifeless hair but have a range of delicious scents that keep your hair smelling gorgeous all day. The retro packaging is so cute that we’ve been keeping our dry shampoo displayed on our dresser!
Available at David Jones, Priceline, Target, Big W and leading pharmacies (150mL – $9.95, 50mL – $4.95, Coloured – $12.95)
The organic care range
Kiehl’s Argan Hair Care Preparations range
Using all natural, fairly traded, organic Argan Oil, this collection works to smooth and heal dry, thick and unruly hair to leave a frizz-free, healthy shine. Completely silicone-free, Kiehls offers a solution to coarse hair that is gentle yet powerful.
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The Shampoo and Conditioner in this range gently cleanses the hair without stripping it of natural, essential moisture and oils. We found it left the hair clean and soft without a feeling of dryness. For a more intensive treatment, we tried the Argan Hair Pak. It is super easy and quick to use yet has dramatic results. Hair was frizz-free, smooth and shiny.
Available from Mecca Cosmetica or online at www.meccacosmetica.com.au (Shampoo – $38.00, Conditioner – $42.00, Pak $58.00)
The ‘fake-it ‘til you make it’ style spray
Instant Rockstar Beach Rock Ocean Hair Spray
If you want that ‘just got back from the surf’ look without actually going in the surf – this is for you. Ocean Hair Spray is designed to tame frizz while creating salty texture and dramatic volume.
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The trigger spray bottle evenly distributes a fine mist of product that leaves the hair with a windswept, wavy look that we are coveting this season. We suggest using a little before your blow-dry to create volume and a bit spray through dry hair to leave a matte finish and effortless definition.
Available at selected salons or online at www.instantrockstar.com ($22.95)
The latest must-have treatment
Moroccanoil Treatment
If you’ve had your hair done in the past year or so, chances are your hairdresser has raved about moronnanoil. It’s the latest must-have for hair. This is the original Argan Oil blend and is rich in vitamins F, A and E to fortify the hair. Argan Oil used in this product is harvested under a free trade program to provide support to Moroccan families.
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This is a treatment that seriously delivers. Not only does it result in weightless, shiny hair but protects against UV damages and other environmental hazards that the warmer months are infamous for. It doesn’t leave the hair oily, just brilliantly smooth and strong. This really is a must-have product and the 100mL will last because you need so little for great results.
Available at selected salons ($49.50)
The super styler
Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray
Popular amongst bloggers and beauty aficionados alike, Bumble and Bumble’s hair products have a solid following that is well deserved. Their ‘Surf Spray’ is designed to add lift to the roots and offers loose hold.
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When hairspray is too much but you’re looking for a boost and some hold with movement; this is your product. It can be worked through either damp or dry hair and works with natural-dried or blow-dried hair to create maximum body. It’s the easy way to get gorgeous summer hair.
Available at Mecca Cosmetica stores or online at www.meccacosmetica.com.au ($44.00)
The Double Attack
Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Style Thermo Active Spray
If you’re tired of using both hair care and styling products every time you heat style: this one is for you. Garnier have released a product that styles and protects at the same time. The active ingredients used are bamboo and vitamin fruit extracts as well as the heat protective agent Xylose while silicone adds softness and shine to your overall look.
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We love that this product combines styling and protecting in one, it makes our life so much easier, not to mention far less expensive. We found our hair to be nourished, less heat damaged and with far less frizz. It’s simple to use, inexpensive and good for your hair. What’s not to love?
Available from supermarkets, pharmacies, variety and independent stores ($7.95)
The Sun Safe routine
L’Oreal Série Expert Solar Sublime Shampoo and Conditioner
L’Oreal’s latest shampoo and conditioner has been developed to nourish your hair after sun. It uses Meroxyl S.O. UV technology together with a high concentration of solubilised oils to deliver important nutrients and Vitamin E to the hair.
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After using Solar Sublime, we found significantly less split ends and generally healthier hair plus our colour did not fade as quickly. The shampoo lathers beautifully and the conditioner leaves smooth, untangled hair. We’re looking forward to using this new release when the weather heats up and our hair needs it most.
Available from selected salons and retailers. Go to www.lorealprofessionnel.com.au for full stockist list ($25.00 each)
The after-sun mask
Redken Colour Extend Sun Mask
Redken’s latest collection uses two innovative technologies; Interbond conditioning system and Hydra-Shield Protection to deliver broad-spectrum UV protection and replenish worn out hair. The after-sun mask offers a deep treatment for sun-exposed, damaged hair.
Rescu. Roadtest: This little jar packs a punch. After washing, we applied to damp hair and left for 5-15 minutes, depending on how worn out your hair is (or how much time you have). After rinsing out this gel-cream we found our hair looking vibrant and refreshed. This is a great intensive treatment for those times when your hair is screaming for moisture.
Available from selected salons. Go to www.redken.com.au for full stockist list ($35.00)
The Texture boosting spray
Tigi Rockaholic Dirty Secret Dry Shampoo
Dry Shampoo is your best friend. Less frequent washing means your hair suffers less damage from heat styling and does not lose as much colour, not to mention you get to sleep in! Tigi’s dry shampoo offers the added bonus of huge texture and volume in the hair.
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We love Tigi’s dry shampoo for creating texture; it is a great option when you’re after big hair or messy up-dos that aren’t unnaturally still The formula is colourless and absorbs oils and odours to keep your hair fresh another day.
Available in selected salons. Go to www.tigihair.com for full stockist list ($32.95)
Header image Sienna Miller courtesy of PR photos
