Now that quarantine restrictions have relaxed a little, going to the salon and getting some overdue pampering services done may be on your to-do list. Not so fast though! The current guidelines by the Inter-Agency Task Force on Emerging Infectious Diseases strictly limit salon services to haircuts so as to minimize exposure risks. So professional blowouts, treatments and coloring will have to wait a little longer.
That doesn’t mean you have to carry on with having unkempt hair and feeling miserable about it. Self-care is feeling good about how you look, and it certainly plays a role in maintaining your mental health. Fortunately, there are great hair treatments that you can DIY at home to help restore your crowning glory. A big plus: you can score everything on this list through online shopping!
Davines NaturalTech Purifying Shampoo for Oily or Dry Dandruff
You may have noticed changes in your skin from being stuck at home, and the same might be true for the state of your scalp. If you experience flakiness and itching, this shampoo has antibacterial and antifungal ingredients to restore your scalp to health. It claims to be able to “treat dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis”. This retails for P1,085 on HairMNL.
Kracie Himawari Dear Beauty Gloss and Repair Oil in Treatment
Have lackluster locks? This Japanese hair care treatment restores shine while providing intensive conditioning – in just two minutes. It’s infused with sunflower extracts to smoothen hair strands and make them shine. The fruity floral scent smells amazing, too. This retails for P695 on Beauty Box.
Kérastase Resistance Ciment Thermique Blow Dry Primer
You may have damaged or over-processed hair but you rely on blow drying to keep your hair from turning frizzy. That heat may wreak additional havoc on your strands. This protective primer helps to prevent breakage and further damage, and smoothes frizz and split ends. This retails for P1,900 on HairMNL.
Human Heart Nature Hair Revival Coco Mask
Step up your grandma’s home recipe of virgin coconut oil treatments with an easy to use mask that nourishes even the most damaged strands. It is made from 99.7% natural ingredients, and it’s also a great option for those who want to buy local and support homegrown brands. This retails for P329.75 on Human Heart Nature and BeautyMNL.
Olaplex No. 3: Hair Perfector
Damaged hair can worsen if left untreated, so this treatment was specially designed for home use to complement salon treatments. A favorite among hair coloring devotees, this bond builder fortifies the hair shaft and can even be used to prolong the lifespan of in-salon chemical treatments. This retails for P2,300 on HairMNL.
Liese Blaune Creamy Foam Color
There is no shame in having gray hair but if the salt and pepper look isn’t your style, this is a fun and easy option for applying color. The foamy formula is specially designed to cover gray strands with a dye that you can simply pump and massage just like a shampoo into your hair. The treatment also contains royal jelly extract and hydrolyzed silk to moisturize hair while you color. This retails for P449 on Watsons and Lazada.
Mise En Scène Perfect Repair Hair Serum
This Korean favorite arrived in the Philippines just last year, but its best-selling serum is already winning over many local beauty fans. From nourishing brittle strands, taming flyaways to preventing tangles, the concoction of moisturizing oils in this leave-on treatment is easy to apply anytime and anywhere. This retails for P559 on Watsons and Lazada.