Saturday Girl SA: February 2013

I am probably the worst person when it comes to hair care. Blessed with long hair that is of the kind, curly nature (not crazy, frizzy curls) I have often neglected my hair. I am talking no haircuts for up to two years! This is for a variety of reasons A) some hairdressers see my hair and HACK it to death. B) hairdressers do not know how to cut curly hair.

Now obviously people make the assumption I have ‘thick” hair because it is long ish. Well..Its not. I have fine hair and lots of it! I made the mistake of cutting it stupidly short three times in my 25 years of existence. Naturally this lead to tears, regret and more tears, so after scaring myself with my hair copping tactics I simply stopped cutting and trimming it out of fear, and the insane cost the hairdressers charge. The longer it got the happier I was, but lets be honest here, those ends were starting to look like rats tails!

My hair has more of a wave in it as the curl “fall out” as it gets longer and heavier. It also tends to get dry and flat. So no trims, lots of sun expose and plenty of cheap, average hair products have not always ensured a healthy head of hair.

The last couple of years I have made a point of going for a trim (more like once a year opposed to two... oops) but I always make sure they take off as little as possible, which means the ends are still tatty and split. I recently decided to go to a sweet hairdresser who works from her home. I started my usual rant and asked her to take off a tiny bit. Then I thought about and realised I was doing more damage to my hair, so I went for it. She trimmed off all the split ends. Instantly my hair looked healthier and it has stopped shedding so drastically and breaking off.

Next problem was finding a good hair care product to remedy split ends. (Because a trip to a hairdresser ultimately gets very pricey and so do salon products). So it seems the hair Gods were smiling down on me and my empty shampoo bottle when I received a package containing TRESemmé’s Split Remedy range. I am the first to roll my eyes when people talk about hair products and how this and that works wonders. But I decided to give the TRESemmé’s Split Remedy range a go and see the results. It has been several weeks since my trim and the ends are looking a little tatty.

According to celebrity stylist, Matthew Mansoor, TRESemmé’s Split Remedy range is the most effectivein fighting slipt ends.

“TRESemmé’s range really works and lives up to its claims of effectively reducing split ends by 80% after just three washes.” Having worked overseas Matthew states, “I’ve seen my share of women with split ends, and after recommending TRESemmé’s Split Remedy range, have seen rapid results. You have to try it for yourself to believe it.” “The best part,” adds Matthew, “it’s gentle enough to use every day.”

Matthew’s easy two-step guide to conquering split ends

STEP 1: Use TRESemmé Split Mend Shampoo and Split Mend Conditioner together to gently cleanse and condition hair while mending split ends. “After a couple of washes and your hair will be noticeably smoother with healthy looking ends,” affirms Matthew.

STEP 2: Add a dash of TRESemmé Split Remedy Split Mend Intense Recovery Masque for an intense recovery to parched and dried-out hair and tips. Matthew adds, “The Masque is unlike any treatment I’ve seen. It works––fast and smart.”

My Review of TRESemmé’s Split Remedy range

I have followed the steps and I must say I am impressed. For me it’s a constant battle with hair care products. Something makes it oily, dries it out or makes it flat and lifeless. I found that after two washes so far my ends seem to be less limp and are even curled nicely as opposed to rat’s tails. If you see the picture of me below in a previous post (The clothing recycle diaries) I had washed my hair that morning and blow-dried it slightly straighter. It looked healthier and glossier.

I found that all of the products only need a small distribution amount (size of a five rand coin, for longer hair I would say). The shampoo lathered up beautifully, it smelt great too! I found the conditioner and recovery masque nourishing and most of all easy to rinse out without making my hair feel ‘coated in product’ or oily. Today I repeated the process and dried my roots and then left my hair slightly damp, and then I pop it into a bun to smooth it out and create a wave. I am really impressed with this product in all honesty, especially the masque, the mask is a winner, salon quality and really works!

If you see the picture below of my hair, which is layered, you can see the layered ends now blend with my hair and don’t stick out and show splitting, also right down to the tips the ends look healthier.If you look closely at the ‘fly-a ways’ the ends are not split but smooth.

Your hair is in a constant state of war, attacks in the form of heat treatments, colour treatments and environment conditions. With all this, your tresses can easily become frayed, split and break off—a problem that will affect 90% of women. If you are looking for a solution to keep your hair healthy in between cuts and trims I would suggest you give the TRESemmé’s Split Remedy range a go.

For more info check out :TRESemmeSA Facebook page

or their website Tresemme

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As you know I am a HUGE fan of recycling clothing and have developed an appreciation for some gorgeous second hand purchases. People are often "put off" with the idea of wearing someone else's clothing.

People have the misconception that second hand clothes are 'old and in bad condition', this is not the case always..... some of those items have never been worn (or are gently worn) and are in fantastic condition for seriously good prices!!!

So finally a great concept has hit Cape Town where you wont have to find yourself digging through dirty bargain bins and moth balls, instead, we now have Rewardrobe, a stunning concept that gives you the chance to raid some beautiful closets for accessories, shoes, and clothing!

See what organiser Christina from Event Star has to say about the best way to shop for the most stylish items for the best prices!

Recycle, renew, refashion your wardrobe

Rewardrobe Pop Up Sale: RAID HER RAIL!

Raid the Rails of Cape Town’s Most Stylish

On Saturday 2^nd February, 2013 Rewardrobe hosted a Pop Up Clothing Sale at Quivertree Publications in Gardens.

The clothing sold at these pop up sales are sourced from the wardrobes of Cape Town’s most stylish and often most travelled. Those interested in selling at the pop up sales have to complete the online seller application form at http://rewardrobe.wufoo.com/forms/q7x3p3/. All the clothing is sold on consignment and the sellers have the option of donating any unsold clothes to our supported charity - we donate to OnsPlek in town.

What buyers can expect when visiting Rewardrobe Pop Up Sales are great bargains on big brands that are difficult to find in Cape Town at reasonable prices. These brand names include but aren’t limited to H&M, Zara, Mango, Dior and more! There is also a seamstress on site that will modify any piece of clothing you buy at no extra charge.

If you’d like more information about this event or to schedule an interview with Christina Masureik, please contact her at 0799072193 or email her at Christina@eventstars.co.za

Happy shoppers at the last Rewardrobe pop up shop

Sounds pretty amazing right!?? Shop for less and get the best of the best? I say it is a big win win situation! Recycle, renew and refashion your wardrobe!

For more info please check out the Rewardrobe facebook page

and stay up to date by following them on Twitter

Tel. +27 (0)79 907 2193

Email: Christina@eventstars.co.za

Web: www.eventstars.co.za