In my recent blog I explained the dangers of swimming in chlorinated or salt water. Of the two, chlorine is the most damaging and as you can see from this photo, it can be pretty severe.
I decided to surf the net in search of as much information as possible on what chlorine does to hair and what you should do to PROTECT your crowning glory.
Here are some HOT tips:
PRE SWIM TIPS for chlorine prevention.
Before you enter the water thoroughly wet the hair. If the hair is saturated with non-chlorinated water there is less chance that the hair will absorb chlorine. Then apply a product designed for chlorine protection.
The very best and effective on the market currently is Kerastase Soleil’s AQUA SEAL. This product is revolutionary in that it provide the hair with waterproofing protection. However as it’s not water-resistant therefore it’s easy to wash out with shampoo.
When you decide to take up swimming as a hobby or sport you wouldn’t dream of doing so without buying a swimsuit sometimes goggles yet oftentimes you forget about one of the most important purchases a product which will protect your hair and the investment you may have made in colour or highlights.
You may tell me you wear a swimming cap and that’s good but only to an extent. It will still let in some water.
Post swim: Don’t hang about and allow your hair to dry as it will dry absorbing any traces of chlorine that remain in your hair. Shampoo immediately after the swim, again I recommend the shampoo from the Soleil range: Bain Apres Soleil it’s designed to remove all traces of chlorine or salt water and strengthens hair that has been weakened by the elements as well as moisturising the hair and for extra moisture use Kerastase Soleil Masque.
Finally scroll back to the top and have a long hard look at the photograph of a hair that has been totally obliterated by too much chlorine. The protective sheath of the hair, which is called the cuticle, has totally dissolved. Don’t let that happen to your hair use AQUA SEAL today.
If in doubt call into any of our two High Street salons and ask for a Summer hair and scalp analysis
HOW TO PREVENT CHLORINE AND SALT WATER DAMAGING YOUR HAIR
Whether your hair is coloured or not it’s extremely important that you ensure it’s protected when exposed to chlorinated water or salt water.
I’ve spoken to you in previous newsletters about the damaging effects of the sun but these other two offenders are lurking around, not only when on holiday, but all year round, if you happen to be a swimmer.
Great for physical fitness - terrible for hair condition.
What should you do?
Firstly, apply some protection to the hair. I recommend this year’s new addition to the Kerastase Soleil range ‘Aqua Seal’. This is a cream that’s applied to the hair before swimming and is waterproof but not water resistant, which means that it has the ability to protect but will still wash out of the hair very easily.
The next important bit of advice is that immediately after coming out
of the sea or pool you should shampoo to remove any traces of chlorine/salt. If you don’t do this you’ll find that the hair will absorb the chlorine and the damage is done.
What sort of damage?
Chlorine makes hair more porous which means that it increases its ability to hold water making it more difficult to dry. It starts to eat away at the cuticle (the protective sheath around the hair shaft) which results in hair feeling spongy and losing its elasticity. This means that in extreme cases hair will actually snap off between the middle lengths and ends and at the very least it becomes very challenging to style or blow dry.
Chlorine will also lighten hair which is an absolute disaster if you’ve invested in a salon colour or highlights.
The great thing is that help is at hand - and if you use ‘Aqua Seal’ it doesn’t have to be that way.You can also use Kerastase Bain Soliel which is designed to remove salt and chlorinated water as well as the creams and oils we use to protect ourselves when sunbathing.
These products go along way because of their concentration.
Aqua Seal is £17.90
Bain de Soliel is £14.50
If you print off this letter and hand it in when you purchase an Aqua Seal we’ll give you either a FREE summer make up bag or beach towel (while stocks last).
If you need any advice or clarity on this subject why not drop me an email to dom@migele.co.uk or leave a comment below
DOM
Your Hair Expert
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I don’t know about you but I’ve never cared for flying. It used to be a phobia and I’d lose sleep the night before and wake up sweating, then leave for the airport armed with a hip flask and, at the time, a Sony Walkman, both of which I hoped would take my mind of things.
Made no difference. I still hated every minute I was in that plane.
These days the phobia has gone but I still get a little queasy if there is the least bit of turbulence however, what’s just as bad is the whole experience especially going through security at the airport.
The security Aargh!
I accept that it has to happen but what a hassle. And of course, the whole thing about not being able to take liquids on board which in turn forces you to plan the contents of your entire toilet bag.
Of course you can pack the bigger items inside your shoes and other little nooks and crannies before checking in your luggage but wouldn’t it just be so much more convenient to have travel friendly sizes!
Well at last manufacturers are listening and, for shorter trips or for easiness ‘Fly friendly’ travel packs are the answer. Kerastase and Shu Umera have now launched limited edition packs for travelling, check out the attached pictures.
Of course they’re dead handy if you’ve never tried any of these two ranges, you can buy a travel pack, sample and appreciate the difference they make. Once you have these smaller sizes you can, after their empty, refill from a bigger size so that you can use them time and time again.
You’ll notice too that they come in a clear plastic zipped pouch which satisfies the official line. You can even pop in one or two other items so they virtually become a toilet or make up bag.
So there you have it, I’ve offered a solution for the trials and tribulations of transporting hair cosmetics but unfortunately not an answer for fear of flying.
You can find limited edition travel packs in both of our salons. For Shu Umera they come in only one type, that’s Full Shimmer shampoo, Conditioner and Masque this will suit any hair type that’s coloured (a pack costs £25). Oh, and I almost forgot , you’ll also receive a FREE sample of Essence Absolou natural oil which is terrific for absolutely any hair type.
In the Kerastase packs you’ll receive two products, a shampoo and a masque, and there’s a wide choice. For curly, wavy or rebellious hair - Oleo Relax Bain and Masque. For dry hair - Satin Bath 2 and masque. To enhance shine on coloured especially highlighted hair - Bain Chroma Riche and Chroma Riche Masque. For lightened or weakened hair - Bain de Force. All of these Kerastase packs are an incredible £13.50.
Now remember these are truly LIMITED edition packs and once these are gone we can’t get our hands on anymore.
Finally, if you PRINT OFF this blog and hand it in when you purchase any travel pack we’ll give a FREE Kerastase room fragrance to the first TEN people who purchase from this communication.
Magnificent, thank you for reading, I’ll write or speak on the video blog real soon.
What a quiet day it’s been for a Tuesday and it’s not because we were short of clients it’s because we were down 4 stylists in our Tolbooth Street salon!
Certainly Jen was on holiday but the other 3 were out on assignments, which will ultimately benefit the whole team.
You see Liza and Amber were in London.
Liza Cumming was presenting to an audience
of invited hairdressers at the L’Oreal International Academy.
Amber Bell is making her way home today, Wednesday; she was part of the team who were styling the hair for the London Graduate Show at Wembley.
I’ll update you on their experiences on their return.
Oh and I almost forgot. Megan Dales and Denise Sharp from the Whytehouse salon are on the second stage of their Kerastase Ambassador course. They’ve returned today, Wednesday, and I need to calm them down, they are buzzin’.
So if anyone out there has a hair or scalp problem pop in and see them and they’ll be happy to give you a FREE scalp and hair analysis.
Megan’s at Tolbooth and Denise is at Whytehouse.
I’ll get back to you with more information once I’ve sat down with them all ,and I’ll let them spill the beans and report back to all of you in the ‘Migele Experience’ community.
When you pack your cases for your holidays for well deserved sunnier climes would you for one minute consider leaving the country without your sun tan lotions or creams?
No! I’m absolutely certain you would not.
Would you lie there day after day exposing your body to the sun’s rays and expect to emerge unscathed?No! You’d be burnt to a frazzle, your skin would be dry and long term it would age much more quickly.Guess what, that’s exactly the same process that your hair goes through, so what you gonna do ‘bout it?Lager yourself with sun tan lotion whilst your hair’s left to do its own thing, with absolutely no protection?
Fair enough, unlike sunburn you’ll get no pain. Or won’t you?
What about the emotional pain when you catch a glimpse of yourself in shop windows and mirrors and see a beautiful tanned face with a bunch of distorted coloured hair, that’s dry, frizzy and snapping off in bits.
It’s not an option, you must protect your hair and we have the very best products for you.
Kerastase Soliel is a comprehensive range and has become the best sun protection for your hair on the market today. A shampoo which moisturises and helps repair, it will soothe the scalp after a day of sunbathing and although it’s gentle it’s designed to cleanse chlorine, salt water and sun tan creams and lotions from your hair thoroughly but gently. Follow that with a choice of either a masque or conditioning milk depending on your hair condition and of course the protective sprays and creams, from a simple spray on shine which will filter out the harmful rays which when left to their own devices will fade your colour and destroy the condition of your hair.
You have no choice if you really care about your hair, you must protect it!!!
And, as has become the way of Kerastase, there is always a gift with each purchase. This year it’s a summer make up bag which is perfect to take with you whether you’re on the beach or by the pool.
DISCOVER THE HAIR COLOUR OF THE FUTURE WITH INOA
BOOK YOUR INOA APPOINTMENT TODAY AND ENJOY A HALF PRICE TREATMENT
INOA: The L’Oreal Professionnel hair colour of the future.
Odourless and 100% ammonia free.
L’Oreal recently launched INOA, the new professional permanent hair colour that can darken, lighten or cover your white hair all without ammonia.
Before I give you the technical spiel, and it is important that you know how it works, I thought that I would explain the benefits of this fantastic colour service in a way that you’ll appreciate why it’s truly worth considering an upgrade to INOA.
The fact that there is no ammonia in the formulation brings with it several benefits.
Firstly, it’s kinder on the scalp. If you have a sensitive scalp, you may have felt a certain discomfort when you first have your colour applied, that doesn’t occur with INOA. So if you have come in for a skin sensitivity test and had a problem, you might want to consider INOA
Then of course the condition of your hair is greatly improved. Even the feel of INOA is more of a luxury skin product than a colouring product and you your hair will instantly feel softer and have loads more shine. You’re aware of it after the first application and the amazing thing is that with each subsequent application it just gets better and better. Now tell me, who doesn’t want hair that is softer with more shine?
There is also a wider selection of colours so if you want iced chestnut, a luminous blonde or a vibrant red, INOA has the perfect colour combination for you.
But one of the biggest benefits is that fade is almost a thing of the past. With ammonia based colours service, it was a case of the brighter or richer the colour, such as browns or reds, the more you were able to see the fade. NOT NOW with INOA, you’ll experience long lasting shiny hair colour!!
Are There Any Downsides?
Not really. The only thing is that to enjoy the full benefit of the improved colour, shine and softness, you must have a complete colour service - but then you have to do that with any new shade.
Thereafter you pay £10 more than you would normally for a colour that feels looks and lasts better AND the new shades just keep coming so there’s going to be an even greater choice.
Why not pop in and have a brief consultation to DISCOVER how you and your hair can benefit from joining the INOA revolution.
Check out the TV advert today
Looking for more information on INOA?
OK let’s crack on with the technical details - and I’ll admit at this stage that I have pinched a lot of this straight from L’Oreal.
INOA marks a technological breakthrough which will completely transform your in salon colour experience.
At the heart of the formula is the ODS (*oil delivery system) - a truly innovative technology rich in oil which optimises the effectiveness of the hair colour system, without the need for ammonia.
The first hair colour with ODS technology: Optimised scalp comfort and respect for the hair.
Indulge yourself with the pleasure of a sensorial hair colouring experience.
Inoa’s smooth velvety texture is like that of a luxurious skin –cream and can improve scalp comfort during and after your colour service. The ODS locks in the colour and the natural nutrients of your hair which protects the colour and shine of your hair.
The ODS technology also means that every time you have the INOA colour service your hair is better protected and left with a smooth finish, for a softer touch and radiant shine.
THE INOA colour service is designed to transform your in salon experience into a real moment of relaxation.
Whatever your dream colour – an iced chestnut, a luminous blonde or a vibrant red we at Migele Experience will create a stunning, personalised colour just for you.
Whether you want a full colour range to cover your white hair or simply update your look, INNOA is your must have hair colour.
Regards
Dom
Your personal Hair Expert
PS If you are a fan of facebook why not become a fan of Migele Experience. Then tell all your family and friends about the Migele Experience Transformation promotion and urge them to sign up as a fan.
REDISCOVER THE ORIGINAL BEAUTY OF YOUR HAIR
With Kérastase Chronologiste The Ultimate Cure for Hair & Scalp
Kérastase Paris, a leader in progressive haircare treatments and styling, uncovers a new and revolutionary haircare secret with the launch of CHRONOLOGISTE – an essential restorative concentrate with Mimetic Caviar to bring back the original beauty of hair.
The result of years of research and development from L’Oréal’s advanced laboratories, CHRONOLOGISTE brings to life the power of alchemy by fusing an ultra-nourishing cream with ingredient-rich Mimetic Caviar pearls to form a technologically advanced, rejuvenating ‘cure’ for problem hair. CHRONOLOGISTE represents a total innovation in professional haircare; never before has such a wide variety of active ingredients, at significantly high concentration levels, been combined in one single Kérastase formula, offering an all-encompassing treatment for all hair types.
As the brand’s most innovative formula to date, CHRONOLOGISTE is the first and finest take-home Kérastase Ritual. The unique essential restorative concentrate effectively treats dry, weakened, colour-treated and highlighted hair, as well as tight scalps. The formula helps to transform the resilience, condition and elasticity of the hair from the first application which in turns assists in prolonging colour. The result is a sublime hair metamorphosis.
CHRONOLOGISTE, THE GENESIS
Inspired by the structure and essential properties of caviar, the secret of CHRONOLOGISTE lies in the fusion of two components, combined only at the time of application to preserve the benefits of the precious ingredients. The two separate elements preserve the respective perspectives of both formulations, keeping the ingredients fresh thus optimising the results on the hair.
CHRONOLOGISTE, THE TECHNOLOGY
PEARLS CHRONOLOGISTE: Mimetic-Caviar pearls immersed in sea-water, mimic the structure of caviar to maintain the quality of the active ingredients found within. The sea water gel is rich in minerals and trace elements.
Squalane – This essential fatty acid provides important lipids to dry hair.
Vitamin A & E – Protects hair from daily damaging influences like pollution, UV rays and colour fade.
Enriched Pacific Sea Water (substance in which the pearls are suspended) – Rich in minerals and trace elements; it is a source of intense nutrition for the hair.
CRÈME CHRONOLOGISTE: A velvety cream deeply nourishes the hair fibre. Soothing molecules work on the scalp, gluco-lipids restore nutritive deficiences, anti-oxidants and vitamin E protect the hair.
Bisabolol – Synthetic molecule soothes and heals the scalp.
Gluco-Lipids – Glucose and lipids restore nutritive deficiencies.
Vitamin E – Anti-oxidants protect from colour fade.
Trio of Ceramides – Trio of micro-actives strengthen and regenerate the hair fibre.
Cationic Derivatives - Soften, smooth and facilitate detangling, enhancing the manageability of the hair.
Silicone Concentrate – Emollient ingredient brings suppleness and shine.
CHRONOLOGISTE, THE RESULT
Hair fibre is nourished; hair is left supple, soft and shiny.
Hair substance is transformed, leaving hair feeling strengthened, renewed and manageable.
UV anti-oxidant protection leaves hair safe-guarded from external aggressions.
Added condition of the hair, helps to prolong the life of colour services.
Scalp is left regenerated, soothed and hydrated.
CHRONOLOGISTE, AT–HOME RITUAL APPLICATION
Think of this as your facial for hair to be used as and when your hair needs additional care in the convenience of your own home. Use CHRONOLOGISTE to supplement the needs of your usual Kérastase programme.
Wash hair with your regular Kérastase shampoo
Using the spatula, fill the Chronologiste bowl with the crème masque up to the bowl mark indicator (approx 20 grams).
Add 10 pumps of the Pearls Chronologiste into the bowl and mix the two formulations together. The pearl matter may not all dissolve, this is normal. Mix until the two are blended (no need to attain an even pale grey mixture).
On towel-dried hair, part the hair, apply and massage the treatment section by section to the scalp, lengths and ends.
Leave on for 10 minutes.
To rinse, add a little water to the hair to create a lather and massage through the hair like a shampoo. Then rinse thoroughly to ensure that all traces of the pearls have been rinsed out.
It may seem like such a trivial thing but shampooing your hair correctly can make the difference between hair that shines and hair that just hangs there.
In the first of our video blogs, Dom explains the insider secrets to a good shampoo.
I’ve just read a startling statistic that suggests that more than 1 in 3 people in the UK are on Facebook, which is really quite incredible.
Migele Experience has had our Facebook page up and running for a couple of months now and therefore we are relative newcomers yet we’ve established a fairly impressive number of fans considering we have never publicised the page at all.
I suppose that it demonstrates the power of the system.
If I’m really honest I struggled to figure out how it would help our customers. Sure we could show our gallery of pictures. Yes we could get to hear some nice things about our stylists. Yes we could share our latest news.
But is that enough?
We have spent a considerable amount of time looking at how we can extend the Migele Experience to Facebook and we believe we’ve found a way.
Not only are we going to promote exclusive offers to our Facebook fans, we’re also looking at providing hair care and styling tips.
Real hairstyles for real people
But the most exciting feature of our Fans page will be our transformations section where we’ll be showing how real people have transformed their look by changing their hair style.
And best of all, we’ll be selecting one Facebook fan who will receive a FREE transformation session with yours truly.
So what are you waiting for?
Get onto Facebook now and become a fan. Then tell all your family and friends about the Migele Experience Transformation promotion and urge them to sign up as a fan.
Kerastase are renowned for cutting edge technology, expert diagonosis, service excellence and iconic products.
Each product is the result of years of research from the Recherche Avancee L’Oreal to create the most innovative haircare formulations.
The sensual textures and distinctive fragrances offer clients an unforgettable experience, in the salon and at home.
In 2010, Kerastase and Migele Experience will showcase some of the brands iconic products, such as Ciment Thermique this month, by focusing on the technological excellence and the outstanding results the products provide for you, our clients.
The first haircare icon focus is on Ciment Thermique, which has been a star since it’s launch in 2007.
The first heat activated reconstructing milk for weakened hair is ultra effective thanks to triple action technology: it reinforces, protects and tames the hair with heat styling.
The hair recovers strength and is left supple and easy to style.
“ Would you iron your favourite silk blouse with an iron at the hottest setting? That’s why you must protect your hair against heat from electrical hair styling tools”
Please ask for Ciment Thermique on your next salon visit and experience the difference it makes.
too that they come in a clear plastic zipped pouch which satisfies the official line. You can even pop in one or two other items so they virtually become a toilet or make up bag.
ese Kerastase packs are an incredible £13.50.
Each product is the result of years of research from the Recherche Avancee L’Oreal to create the most innovative haircare formulations.