Kia Ora!! Hello everyone! I'm Hase, the CEO of SERENDIPITY+.
Following our previous feature on shampoos, this time I'll introduce recommended conditioners and treatments available in New Zealand. Considering the effects of New Zealand's climate and water quality on hair, I've carefully selected the best products to address various concerns.
I initially intended to select from pharmacies, but due to minimal differences in ingredients and quality, I've decided to introduce products that are slightly more expensive but worth buying! These are products so good they could be used in salons with impressive results.
This time, I'll introduce products in the following categories:
1. Dryness and Damage
2. Damaged Hair Repair
3. Scalp Care
4. For Colored Hair
Let's get started!
1. For Dryness and Damage
Matrix Biolage Hydrasource Conditioner
- Features:
- Contains aloe vera
- Light texture, not sticky
- Recommended points:
- Provides deep hydration for dry hair
- Reduces frizz, making hair more manageable
- Ideal for New Zealand's dry climate
- Fragrance:
- Fresh herbal scent
- A blend of mint and lavender for a refreshing feel
- The scent is not overpowering and lasts pleasantly throughout the day
Expert explanation:
The aloe vera in this conditioner is highly moisturizing and has a calming effect on the scalp. The product also contains glycerin, which is highly hygroscopic, drawing moisture into the hair and maintaining the moisturizing effect for a long time.
2. For Damaged Hair Repair
K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask
- Features:
- Uses patented peptide technology
- Leave-in type, no need to rinse
- Recommended points:
- Repairs internal hair structure
- Effective for damage from coloring and perms
- Promotes long-term hair health
- Fragrance:
- Subtle vanilla and floral scent
- Natural, not artificial, with long-lasting fragrance
- Suitable for those sensitive to scents
Expert explanation:
K18 peptide is an innovative technology that rebonds hair's keratin chains. This repairs hair structure damaged by chemical treatments and heat at the molecular level. While conventional conditioners only provide surface-level care, K18 works deep within the hair, producing lasting effects.
3. For Scalp Care
Briogeo Scalp Revival Charcoal + Coconut Oil Micro-exfoliating Shampoo
- Features:
- Contains charcoal (activated carbon) and coconut oil
- Micro-exfoliating action
- Recommended points:
- Absorbs excess oil and impurities from the scalp
- Promotes a healthy scalp environment through exfoliation
- Tea tree oil's antibacterial action keeps the scalp clean
- Fragrance:
- Refreshing peppermint and tea tree scent
- Invigorating and cooling, refreshes the scalp
- A light fragrance remains after use, giving a sense of scalp cleanliness
Expert explanation:
Activated charcoal has high absorption power, effectively removing excess oil and dirt from the scalp. At the same time, the medium-chain fatty acids in coconut oil moisturize the scalp and have anti-inflammatory properties. The combination of these ingredients balances the scalp environment while preventing excessive dryness.
4. For Colored Hair
Pureology Hydrate Conditioner
- Features:
- 100% vegan
- Sulfate-free, paraben-free
- Recommended points:
- Prevents color fading and maintains shine
- Protects color from UV rays with anti-fade complex
- Protects colored hair from dryness
- Fragrance:
- Aromatic mint and sage scent
- Elegant and sophisticated fragrance, giving a salon-fresh feeling
- The scent is subtle and doesn't interfere with other perfumes or body care products
Expert explanation:
Pureology's patented AntiFadeComplex® contains UV absorbers and antioxidants, minimizing color fading. Natural moisturizing ingredients like jojoba oil and shea butter protect hair from coloring damage and maintain suppleness.
How to Choose Conditioners and Treatments
When choosing conditioners and treatments, it's important to match them to your hair type and concerns. Considering New Zealand's hard water and dry climate, I recommend choosing products with high moisturizing power. Also, don't forget to care for your scalp to create a foundation for healthy hair growth.
Fragrance is also an important factor in product selection. Choosing a scent you like can make your hair care routine more enjoyable. However, overly strong scents can cause headaches, so it's important to choose a scent strength that suits you. Personally, I recommend products that use aromatherapy for fragrance rather than artificial fragrances.
Please use the products introduced in this article as a reference to find the conditioner or treatment that suits you. Using the right hair care products is the shortcut to beautiful and healthy hair.
Next time, I plan to explain about Ethique products, which originated in New Zealand and are also popular in Japan, as briefly mentioned in our previous recommended shampoo feature.
Look forward to learning about what ingredients they focus on and what makes their products unique!
See you next time!!
CEO/Hase
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