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The salons and spas are among the last to reopen following the Coronavirus lockdowns around the world. In Manila, regulars of these establishments have had to forego their usual cuts, treatments, blowouts and color touchups for at least six months. Regardless of location, we also saw our friends and family from all over the world growing out their locks, embracing their silver strands and even the unruly takeover of the frizz.

More than making one look and feel good, salons are places that allow us to take a few minutes off from the hectic world. It is a safe space for indulging in me-time. If you havent yet been to your salon since the quarantine, try to recall that brand new feeling you get after a trim or color treatment. Better yet, ask yourself when was the last time a blowout made you feel like a million bucks.

Fortunately, there are those who have all found innovative ways to keep hair in shape without the salon. Some have contacted their trusted stylists for private home service, still practicing safety protocols like wearing protective gear. There are also generous experts who have turned to social media to share with us ways to cut, style and color our locks at home. YouTube, for one, has been a rich source of information for mere mortals like myself who can barely uses a blowdryer let alone a pair of shearing scissors. Ive had some success in trimming my layers, although not without the help of products that help enhance bounce and body.

Touching up the roots is a little tricky especially for those wearing several tones or balayage hair. Shampoos, masks and conditioners formulated to help maintain these are nothing short of a heaven sent. During this chapter where weve all become our own stylists, Ive gone through about three different hair shades, none of which, comes close to the one my colorist magically does.

As we wait for the day when we can safely sit in our favorite salon and spend time with our beloved stylists, these hair essentials can help you bring that feel-good salon experience into the comforts of your home.

UNITE HAIR CARE has been providing professional haircare products for professionals and their clients for the last 16 years. Its wide range of products, like the award-winning 7SECONDS DETANGLER, have been hailed as hair must-haves by celebrities like Selena Gomez, Jennifer Anniston, Emma Roberts, Zoe Kravits and Vanessa Hudgens.

UNITE 7 SECONDS DETANGLER

UNITE U OIL

The usual nourishing and repair treatments at the salon are not within access just yet and so Ive been pampering hair with U OIL. This weightless formula made of Argan helps to repair, seal and protect hair from blow drying, curling or ironing. I love that is leaves a subtle fragrance on hair while keeping it smooth and bouncy. If, like me, you are not a fan of blow drying your hair on the daily, simply spritz on wet hair and air dry for a soft, bouncy finish. If you are also looking to give your locks the rest it needs, UNITEs RE:UNITE TREATMENT MASK will dramatically restore damaged or fatigued hair. It is ideal for address locks that are brittle or prone to breaking and comes highly recommended for individuals while chemically-treated hair.

UNITE RE:UNITE TREATMENT MASK

ACT + ACRE was founded by haircare thought leader and stylist to celebrities (Harry Styles, Kendall Jenner, Bella Hadid, to name a few) Helen Reavey. The new brand promises to help consumers achieve the healthiest hair yet. At the onset of brand development, Reavey felt strongly against creating a dry shampoo for the simple reason that it is said to be the one of the most damaging products on hair. She shares, The path to our Plant Based Dry Shampoo was not a straight line. In fact, dry shampoo is the one hair product I never wanted to create. Its commonly made of chalky powders and alcohol to quickly soak up moisture, aerosols for easy spray application and artificial fragrances to mask odor. The hair expert adds that these quick fixes tend to clog follicles, resulting in dandruff and dermatitis.

ACT + ACRE PLANT BASED DRY SHAMPOO

ACT + ACRES PLANT BASED DRY SHAMPOO is a game changer in that it does the job of addressing greasy, one-day old hair while still keeping with the promise of nurturing healthy hair. It uses Fulvic Acid as a base ingredient, which is a nourishing organic compound found soil. Reavey explains: We found out that Fulvic Acid could be harvested to do the same thing for the scalp as it does for plants. Rice and tapioca powders were added to the mix as transparent, plant-based absorbing agents. The formula is easily absorbed so that it leaves a light and clean feel on strands and scalp. After a few sprays and combing from roots to tips, hair looks and feels fresh as if straight out of a thorough washing. The product does not feel sticky nor does it create unwanted clumps on hair as most dry shampoos do.

MORROCANOIL is a beauty brand that aims to create an entire universe of products for hair and body made of the key ingredient: Morrocan or Argan Oil. It has recently launched to the VOLUMIZING MIST which promises spritz life back into fine, dull hair. It is formulated with rice amino acids and dead sea salt which fortifies strands while helping to create volume and bounce. Mist formulation is weightless, but brings fullness to your locks by up to 50% percent without the sticky, tacky feeling. This product is ideal for those with fine to medium hair and stays on for up to 72 hours. To use, simply mist over clean, towel dried hair from roots to tips and style or blow dry.

MORROCANOIL VOLUMIZING MIST

HAIRSTORY is the enfant terrible the haircare world. Since its launch, the company has proven time and again that the old rules dont apply. Theyve spoken truth and challenged traditional shampoo myths, compelling many to rethink everything they know about haircare. So when a daring brand like HAIRSTORY speaks, its definitely a good idea to listen up.

HAIRSTORY HAIR BALM

The company very recently introduced it newest innovation: HAIR BALM otherwise known as magic in a bottle. A hybrid between a leave in conditioner, curl cream and anti frizz formula, this miracle styling product works well with all hair types. It enhances curls, soothes frizz and can even help to sculpt or hold hair. Simply work the balm between hands and comb through locks. Add more product as needed. Apply on dry hair to address frizz, flyways and to create definition. For curls, work onto strands while wet for a smoother and softer finish.

ESALON is a heaven sent for those who quarantine life bane is finding the perfect hair color. The label is committed to bringing expertly customized colors to your home, working with a team of colorists to create the best color formulations just for you. ESALON declares: This isnt just algorithm doing all the work. This is actual peopleraw, human talent. Our expert team of radical colorists come from top schools and salons around the country Instead of hand mixing dye and eye balling tones, theyre trained to create color virtually.

ESALON CUSTOM HAIR COLOR SET

The CUSTOM HAIR COLOR SET is personalized in every sense of the word. E-SALON emphasizes, This is not just another company claiming custom. We actually take an empty bottle, put your name on it and fill it from scratch. Everything from your tone, warmth and density and texture to the amount of time you process before rinsing, and even the way you apply itits all literally made just for you. Each set comes with your custom color, developer, non latex gloves, tint brush, shampoo and conditioner pockets, stain guard and remover, personalized instructions as well as access to your own colorist.

MON SHAMPOOING is a one of the newest customized haircare labels from Paris that has already been hailed by experts as revolutionary. The brands main concept is to combine its proprietary natural SLS/PARABEN/SILICONE free Keratin Shampoo and Conditioner with a customized vial of essential oil boosters based on hair type. This results in hair that is healthy, lustrous, vibrant and full of life.

MON SHAMPOOING KERATIN SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER INFUSED WITH CUSTOMIZED ESSENTIAL OILS

There is a essential oil vial for every hair type of condition:

MATRIX TOTAL RESULTS has supported me through every hair color change. Back when I had ash brown locks, the KEEP ME VIVID COLLECTION was helped to maintain color vibrancy and shine. This system works with with brunettes, blondes, reds, coppers and deep brown tones. After coloring, spritz on the LAMINATION SPRAY to seal in the color. You may also incorporate this product into your weekly hair routine. The COLOR VELVETIZER is another amazing product from the range that protects colored hair from heat and UV.

MATRIX TOTAL RESULTS KEEP ME VIVID LAMINATION SPARY

MATRIX TOTAL RESULTS KEEP ME VIVID COLOR VELVETIZER

My latest hair color (mis)adventure left me with uneven layers and deep dark locks in shade Dark Chesnut. While I can do little about the bad cut, the DARK ENVY COLLECTION can ensureS that my accidental raven hair does not turn red or burnt orange over time. This is usually the case for dark hair thats faded. The DARK ENVY RED NEUTRALIZATION HAIR MASK is a color depositing mask that neutralizes red undertones while deeply nourishing hair. It leaves a cool, glossy finish that makes locks snap ready all day, everyday. Enhanced intensity and depth has allowed me to grow to love this new hair tone.

MATRIX TOTAL RESULTS DARK ENVY RED NEUTRALIZATION MASK

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