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Salon Special: A Hair "Spa" Experience In The Heart Of Makati
Tired after a long day? Spoil yourself with an invigorating spa-like hair treatment!
Posted on January 29, 2010 10:00 am
by Regina Belmonte, Cosmo.ph Staff Writer
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Makati is a bustling center of activity, whether that activity is work in the business district or pleasure in the shopping malls. Whatever you find yourself doing, though, you're bound to be tired toward the end of the day. If you feel like getting a little rejuvenation but can't decide between going to the salon and visiting a spa, why not do both? Breathe new life into your hair and your body. Cosmo checked out Studio Fix in Greenbelt 5 for some refreshing hair treatments, and a little extra, too.
Regina's Experience: Pure Rehydration
Studio Fix's main man, Mr. Alex Carbonell, took one look at my hair and already knew all the problems I had with it. He didn't even have to touch it to guess that it gets oily if it isn't shampooed all the time, and that it tends to frizz. The guy knows his stuff! He could also see that, though it was healthy, it tended to be really dry.
That's why he suggested I try Studio Fix's HydraCure service (P1,900 for long hair like mine), which uses Pureology's Hydrate line of products to infuse moisture into dry hair. First, my hair was shampooed with Hydrate shampoo, and my scalp was given an invigorating massage at the same time. It was unlike any shampoo I've ever had at any salon, and I found out afterwards that the assistants are actually massage therapists. No wonder!
The HydraCure therapy masque was combed and massaged into my hair. It takes a while for hair to absorb product, and while I was waiting, a massage therapist kneaded all the knots out of my shoulders and back. After the masque settled, they used a moisture machine to inject more moisture into my hair and keep it trapped there for maximum rehydration. Then they washed off the product and conditioned my hair with Hydrate conditioner, which felt minty cool on my scalp. It was so refreshing and relaxing!
True to its name, after my Pureology treatment, my hair felt fresh and pure, like it had been given new life. I have a habit of running my hands through my hair all the time, and though my hair was already completely dry (having been blow-dried into submission), I could really feel the moisture inside. My hair didn't feel brittle and fragile like it was before the treatment. You can tell the difference between seriously dry hair and healthy hair, and my hair felt so healthy.
Regina's Experience: Pure Rehydration
Studio Fix's main man, Mr. Alex Carbonell, took one look at my hair and already knew all the problems I had with it. He didn't even have to touch it to guess that it gets oily if it isn't shampooed all the time, and that it tends to frizz. The guy knows his stuff! He could also see that, though it was healthy, it tended to be really dry.
That's why he suggested I try Studio Fix's HydraCure service (P1,900 for long hair like mine), which uses Pureology's Hydrate line of products to infuse moisture into dry hair. First, my hair was shampooed with Hydrate shampoo, and my scalp was given an invigorating massage at the same time. It was unlike any shampoo I've ever had at any salon, and I found out afterwards that the assistants are actually massage therapists. No wonder!
The HydraCure therapy masque was combed and massaged into my hair. It takes a while for hair to absorb product, and while I was waiting, a massage therapist kneaded all the knots out of my shoulders and back. After the masque settled, they used a moisture machine to inject more moisture into my hair and keep it trapped there for maximum rehydration. Then they washed off the product and conditioned my hair with Hydrate conditioner, which felt minty cool on my scalp. It was so refreshing and relaxing!
True to its name, after my Pureology treatment, my hair felt fresh and pure, like it had been given new life. I have a habit of running my hands through my hair all the time, and though my hair was already completely dry (having been blow-dried into submission), I could really feel the moisture inside. My hair didn't feel brittle and fragile like it was before the treatment. You can tell the difference between seriously dry hair and healthy hair, and my hair felt so healthy.
Tags: hair,color,spa,treatment,salon,massage,Pureology,Studio Fix,HydraCure,Essential Repair,moisture
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46. good thing we had a salon..hehe im free for a good hair spa..thanks ma..hehe
March 10, 2010 at 08:01 pm report abuse -
45. Ano ba talaga nagagawa ng hair spa? Sabi kasi ng iba papayat daw yung buhok mo, yoko naman ng masyadong limp yung hair ko ano basta gusto ko lang matanggal ang pagkabuhaghag.
March 08, 2010 at 10:13 pm report abuse -
44. Im gonna check if Alabang Town Center has Studio fix. Greenbelt is too far for me.
March 08, 2010 at 01:56 pm report abuse -
43. I love the curls that I got last Friday, all my friends told me I must get a permanent digital perm and I definitely will as soon as I find time to go back to StudioFix. And my hair smells super good after the treatment, too, soft as feather! Luv it!
February 17, 2010 at 06:36 am report abuse -
42. Very convenient yung place, makati eh.
February 11, 2010 at 09:38 pm report abuse -
41. this salon looks so nice
February 10, 2010 at 05:04 pm report abuse -
40. nice interior
February 09, 2010 at 11:30 pm report abuse -
39. hays sana maka experienece ako nito..can you let me have one in my life
February 08, 2010 at 02:42 am report abuse -
38. i still want to go! :) i want a body scrub, foot scrub, body massage and foot massage!
February 07, 2010 at 02:11 pm report abuse -
37. I love pampering myself. Body Spa is the best!
February 04, 2010 at 07:00 pm report abuse -
36. This looks nice. I'll treat myself to a sesh here siguro on my birthday... Yey! =)
February 03, 2010 at 01:36 pm report abuse -
35. 35. the salon looks nice and comfy..:)
February 03, 2010 at 12:19 pm report abuse -
34. studio fix seems to have a great facility.
February 03, 2010 at 10:43 am report abuse -
33. 33. my hair needs some TLC na!!!...
February 02, 2010 at 09:32 am report abuse -
32. Uy gusto ko ng hair spa.
February 01, 2010 at 06:52 pm report abuse -
31. need a spa foar my hair..
January 31, 2010 at 11:40 pm report abuse -
30. i really should visit Studio Fix Salon one of this days.. my hair really needs this kind of treatment since i have a rebonded and colored hair..
January 30, 2010 at 05:48 pm report abuse -
29. I would love to try that! my hair and scalp badly needed a treatment since I have a rebonded hair..
January 30, 2010 at 03:47 pm report abuse -
28. I need this. =)
January 30, 2010 at 12:46 pm report abuse -
27. would love to try this!
January 30, 2010 at 10:46 am report abuse -
shelandra26. wow...im going to try it today:)
January 30, 2010 at 09:40 am report abuse -
25. i want to try the pureology Essential Hair Repair Service. i think my fairs need this treatment.atlst pg pgpa-salon sa studio fix,2 in 1 na.prang ng-spa na.love it!
January 30, 2010 at 09:10 am report abuse -
24. very nice!
January 30, 2010 at 07:49 am report abuse -
23. nice interior, i dont need a first class treatment though
January 30, 2010 at 07:14 am report abuse -
22. will try this salon soon...hmmm
January 30, 2010 at 12:23 am report abuse -
21. i think my dull hair needs some shine..
January 30, 2010 at 12:00 am report abuse -
20. i wanna relax in those chairs!
January 29, 2010 at 08:27 pm report abuse -
19. i love the salon! it looks very cozy and comforting!
January 29, 2010 at 08:25 pm report abuse -
18. this is indeed perfect after a day of shopping spree.
January 29, 2010 at 07:53 pm report abuse -
17. wow! nice hangout place for girl friends.=)
January 29, 2010 at 06:54 pm report abuse -
16. wow cool hair treatment. i would like to try this salon soon.:)
January 29, 2010 at 05:33 pm report abuse -
15. I would definitely go to this salon since it's near my place.
January 29, 2010 at 04:08 pm report abuse -
14. i want one!!!
January 29, 2010 at 03:47 pm report abuse -
13. omg! a must visit place. well, ur on my list in my next trip to manila.
January 29, 2010 at 02:52 pm report abuse -
12. Makati = great places!
January 29, 2010 at 02:35 pm report abuse -
11. I'm sure "Studio fix" is a perfect salon for my hair.
January 29, 2010 at 12:14 pm report abuse -
10. 10. This is so nice!! I wanna try this spa-like hare treatment. Pureology is a good product really. Thanks to Cosmo's 12 days of Christmas I got to try it... and it's gooood!! :)
January 29, 2010 at 11:57 am report abuse -
9. awww its too far from my place is there other branch near in manila?
January 29, 2010 at 11:44 am report abuse -
8. i suddenly wanted to go to this salon,, hmmm
January 29, 2010 at 11:28 am report abuse -
7. i'll try the place
January 29, 2010 at 11:27 am report abuse -
6. Wow, i should be heading now to Studio Fix!!! :D
January 29, 2010 at 11:17 am report abuse -
5. i like Pureology Essential Repair for distressed hair, kasi kapg rebonded hair sometimes after 6 months wala na un glow.
January 29, 2010 at 11:07 am report abuse -
4. Once in a while it is nice to treat yourself for a fancy salon. It would help you destress and makes you feel and look beautiful.
January 29, 2010 at 11:06 am report abuse -
3. ill try studio fix.
January 29, 2010 at 10:59 am report abuse -
2. i thought hindi affordable sa studio fix so i settle sa tony & jockey. they serve tea/coffee rin and may mga korean na mang aaliw. will visit studio fix on my next salon trip.
January 29, 2010 at 10:40 am report abuse -
1. Nice... I would love to try the HydraCure too! :)
January 29, 2010 at 10:28 am report abuse
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