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4the hair styling department,
eeping locks well-protected is
rucial, especially when heated
ools are involved. Besides guarding
gainst heat damage, investing in
ood quality primers and stylers can
also help hairdos last longer, and
ourish hair throughout the day.BEST HEAT
PROTECTOR- Care Absolute Volume
Thermal Protector, $27,
Keune Haircosmetics
Spray this on from root to tip to
prevent dryness, breakage and
split ends caused by the intense
heat of styling tools. Provitamin
B5 prevents dehydration during
styling, while hydrolised wheat
protein protects hair cuticles
from heat.
BEST CURL
BOOSTER- CURLUP PERFECTING
LOTION, $40, KMS
This soft lotion tames frizz and
defines curls without weighing
hair down. Two pumps on towel-
dried hair will provide enough
control and humidity resistance no
matter the drying technique, and a
simple scrunch will reactivate the
product during the day.
BEST HAIR PRIMER
- Perfectly Perfecting
Wonder Balm, $40,
Percy&Reed
Run this leave-in balm against
your hair to calm any frizzy
flyaways forpain-free and
easy styling. Perfect for our
hot and humid climate, it will
withstand humidity for all-night
maintenance for up to three days.
BEST INSTANT
SHINE PRODUCT- SHIMMER.ME.BLONDE,
$50, Kevin Murphy
Not just for bleached blondes,
this lavender mica-rich silicone-
based hairspray revives worn-out
dye jobs. Bamboo extract revives
damaged hair by restoring
elasticity, tone and shine;
babassu oil replenishes strands
with antioxidant-rich nutrients;
and soybean oil adds softness
and smoothness.
rep, prime, protect and
old it all in place
BEST VOLUMISING
PRODUCT- StyleSign Ultra Volume
Naturally Full Blow-Dry
& Finish Bodifying Spray,
$38, Goldwell
Build sky-high volume with this
hairspray whilst blow-drying
hair. UV filters help to prevent
premature colour fading as well
as heat-related damage from
UV light and hot styling tools.
Bamboo proteins and styling
polymers aid hair to retain its
flexibility during styling.
BEST MULTI-
TASKING HAIR
PRODUCT- Stage Works
Fluffy Curl Mist, $31,
Shiseido Professional
A multi-tasking high-
performance mist, the liquid
utilises heat to repair and protect
hair from damage as it turns
stick-straight locks into long-
lasting, flufy curls. With a quick,
yet even light distribution, it can
be used without a hairdryer.
BEST ROOT TOUCH-
UP PRODUCT- RETOUCH.ME, $45,
Kevin Murphy
This multi-use root touch-up
spray deposits quick-drying
pigments instantly while
covering grey hair or grown-out
roots without damaging existing
colour and/or flakiness; or
leaving any residue. Comprised
of polymers, each microfine
pigment clings to roots with a
satiny finish as vitamin E prolongs
the freshness of the colour.
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567BEST SCALP TONIC
- Densifique Homme, $320, Kérastase
Regain a full head of hair with this 30-day leave-
in scalp treatment programme, which utilises
advanced stem cell science to improve hair body
and strength. It expertly adds texture to hair
while fortifying fibres with a concentration of the
patented molecule, Stemoxydine, which thickens
strands with regular use.
BEST SHAMPOO
- Redken Brews Mint Shampoo,
$29, Redken
Menthol stimulates the scalp, while protein extracts
boost hair strength, and glycerin keeps hair soft and
manageable. With a refreshing mint scent, it’s also
perfect for awakening the senses in the morning.
BEST STYLING PRODUCT
- Design Power Paste, $18.50,
Keune Haircosmetics
Containing a multi-vitamin complex that nourishes
and strengthens hair, this matte-finish paste
provides lasting hold, with just the right amount of
styling flexibility
daily essentials, too
It’s a common misconception that
men’s hair is fuss-free. Truth is,
his mane deserves just the same
amount of tender loving care
as yours. More often than not, it
needs deeper purification as male
scalps can get oilier, which triggers
premature hair loss, especially when
there’s a risk of product build-up
from all the gels, pastes and waxes
used to keep him looking his best..1
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