Keeping Coloured Hair Looking Good with Regis Designline

Back before Christmas I was treated to a fabulous hair cut and colour by the lovely team at Regis.  It was such a delight being pampered by style director Sarah who was so knowledgeable and passionate about her job.

During my time in the chair we chatted about what products I used on my hair.  I was a bit embarrassed to confess I just used whatever was on special offer when I went shopping.  She explained to me that this was not a good idea as many of the shampoos and conditioners that we pick up from the supermarket shelves are really not very good for our hair at all.  They contain chemicals to coat our hair which initially makes it feel smooth and knot free, but ultimately damages it making it look dull and lifeless.  If you spend a lot of money on getting your hair cut and coloured then it is in your interest to look after it and keep it as healthy as possible for as long as possible.

Washing With Regis Products.

Regis have a range of hair products specially designed to meet all of your haircare needs.  Designline shampoos and conditioners are uniquely formulated to bring out the best in every hair type and texture whilst the styling and finishing products give you the tools you need to create salon inspired looks and styles.

I was sent a selection of Designline products from the range to try out.  They are available exclusively at Regis Salons nationwide.

Designline by Regis

The shampoo from the Designline range for Colour Care helps protect colour from washout by fifty percent.  It refreshes colour-treated hair while improving shine, health and body.  The conditioner helps restore chemically compromised hair adding softness and vibrant shine which can be lost during the colouring process.

Colour Care

The shampoo and conditioner smell really nice and are really lovely to use.  A little goes quite a long way which is a consideration when using more expensive, premium products.  I don't know for sure whether my colour has lasted better, but my hair feels healthy and is shiny.

The Powder Boost Volumizer is a great product.You gently tap over the roots and massage in to give instant matte volume and texture to the hair.  This is great for days between washing (common when you are a busy mum to a toddler!)

The Fiji Therapy Styling Oil is a very rich treatment, which when applied sparingly to wet hair, hydrates, heals and protects it.  It also gives a shiny finish.  This product is not one that I'll use, as it has been adopted by my husband who loves oil treatments on his hair ever since having one at a Health Spa a few years back!!

So, if you spend a lot of money on cuts and colours at the salon, it is worth investing in good quality products to help maintain the health and appearance of your crowning glory.  Pop into your local Regis Salon to see the products on offer.

I Got My Hair Done!

 Following the successful launch of Emma Willis as the new Face of Regis, which I covered on my blog,  Regis Salons organised a visit for me to their Telford branch so I could experience their service for myself.

I am not a 'me-time' person.  I get my hair cut twice a year where the hairdresser chops my split ends off.  it's a practical affair without any pleasure at all.  So going to Regis was something completely new to me.

I was met by Style Director Sarah for a consultation.  We discussed the level of commitment and maintenance I was after.  Her hair wisdom was impressive.  We decided that as I am someone who generally gives very little attention to how I style my hair, there was no point in getting an uber impressive do that will look fabulous in the salon, but will not be maintained due to my inadequate skills.

Sarah came up with a style that would be easy to manage with a colour that would be subtle yet lift the overall tone of my hair and won't give me roots when it grows out.  She matched the shade to the tone of my hair so it would blend in and not be too obvious.  I loved her honesty, knowledge and passion.  Her advice made perfect sense and although there is a tiny part of me that fantasised about walking out of the salon looking totally different with a dramatic new colour and funky cut, I knew that was not something that would work for me.  Sarah really got to the heart of what I needed and what I could manage long term.  Her customer's satisfaction is paramount.  Following the consultation, a price quote is given so there is no shocks or surprises when you get to the till.

The salon itself is spacious, modern and clean.  I felt thoroughly spoiled with cups of coffee, current magazines and warm, friendly chit chat.  I'm not used to spoiling myself, but I could so get used to this!

Last time I had a professional colour was in the 80s when I had peroxide blonde highlights.  Back then it was the time of the skull cap and crochet hook which was intensely painful!  Having foils was totally painless.  Hairdressing has really evolved!!

After 45 minutes I was treated to a shampoo, condition and treatment in the comfortable, adjustable sink unit.  I am almost 6' and in the past have found the sinks really uncomfortable, but this was absolutely fine.

After a fabulous scalp massage, I was left to relax with a hot towel.

Sarah was very professional as she cut and layered my hair.  I had about 5" cut off.  Long layers were cut through and then my hair was blow dried with a big brush to make waves out of my natural curl.

The finished result was really impressive.  The new tone blended in to make my greys look less obvious and the overall colouring lifted my skin tone quite dramatically.  A lot of the weight was removed making my hair feel so much lighter.  No longer was it hanging around my face and looking unhealthy.

I was given advice to use velcro rollers to make an evening hairstyle, which I'm looking forward to trying out at the Tots 100 Christmas party next weekend!

I loved feeling pampered and I love the end result.  Sarah knew exactly how to work with what I had,  to enhance the positives and provide me with the low maintenance end result that I needed.

I had a great experience at Regis.  If you are looking for a hairdresser in Telford you'd be hard pressed to find a better salon.

Regis also have a great competition running at the moment.  If you fancy winning a Canon 550D camera and whole year of hair services visit Emma Willis's Regis blog www.haveagreathairday.co.uk/emmawillis  or the Locks, Rock and Load page on the RegisUk Facebook page.  Simply style your locks, rock your look and upload your photograph to the page.  Ten runners up will also win a cut and colour.  So get your entries in by January 3rd 2012.  

Exciting Celebrity Announcement!

Today, the stylishly haired celebrity who is becoming the new "Face of Regis Salons" is being announced!  I am honoured to be one of the chosen few privy to this exclusive and exciting news which I am now allowed to share with you!  Just watch the short video below to find out who is going to be heading up this exciting campaign.  Plus you can find out how your own stylish locks could win you some fabulous prizes.

To celebrate Emma Willis becoming the Face of Regis Salons, there is a competition to find the UK's most covetable hairstyles in the LOCKS, ROCK & LOAD competition on the Regis UK Facebook page.  Style your Locks, Rock your look and up-Load your picture to the Facebook page.  The overall winner will receive a whole year's worth of hair services and a Canon 550D digital camera.  10 runners up will each receive a cut and colour up to the value of £100.

There is also a great competition on Twitter.  Just follow @RegisUK and look out for and RT the competition tweet.

Emma will also be writing a monthly blog for Regis at haveagreathairday.co.uk/emmawillis

I will soon be treated to my own Regis Cut and Colour and will be writing about my experience and rocking my locks!!

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