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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, Assistant Beauty Editor
Photo: Regina Belmonte

Salon Special: A Hair "Spa" Experience In The Heart Of Makati

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.

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oneflightdown

47. I've been eyeing on Studio Fix for the longest time now. Not really sure what's stopping me but I do hope I'll have the time to visit soon. Besides, I think it's time for a haircut and a treatment. It's been a while. :)
July 19, 2011 at 06:25 am report abuse
Santori01

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
mary_ann_lei

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
lalabong

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
veronica

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
retz

42. Very convenient yung place, makati eh.
February 11, 2010 at 09:38 pm report abuse
len9

41. this salon looks so nice
February 10, 2010 at 05:04 pm report abuse
casebats

40. nice interior
February 09, 2010 at 11:30 pm report abuse
milaniecandido

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
fishbowl84

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
shirleylim26

37. I love pampering myself. Body Spa is the best!
February 04, 2010 at 07:00 pm report abuse
yanipot

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
ecang12

35. 35. the salon looks nice and comfy..:)
February 03, 2010 at 12:19 pm report abuse
miss_techylicious

34. studio fix seems to have a great facility.
February 03, 2010 at 10:43 am report abuse
ecang12

33. 33. my hair needs some TLC na!!!...
February 02, 2010 at 09:32 am report abuse
tinnnnn076

32. Uy gusto ko ng hair spa.
February 01, 2010 at 06:52 pm report abuse
bing_maribol

31. need a spa foar my hair..
January 31, 2010 at 11:40 pm report abuse
Anne_007

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
jhinggay19

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
Giell

28. I need this. =)
January 30, 2010 at 12:46 pm report abuse
reeya

27. would love to try this!
January 30, 2010 at 10:46 am report abuse
shelandra

26. wow...im going to try it today:)
January 30, 2010 at 09:40 am report abuse
summerinparis128

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
casebats

24. very nice!
January 30, 2010 at 07:49 am report abuse
sonncza

23. nice interior, i dont need a first class treatment though
January 30, 2010 at 07:14 am report abuse
xeina08

22. will try this salon soon...hmmm
January 30, 2010 at 12:23 am report abuse
lady sairi

21. i think my dull hair needs some shine..
January 30, 2010 at 12:00 am report abuse
fishbowl84

20. i wanna relax in those chairs!
January 29, 2010 at 08:27 pm report abuse
fishbowl84

19. i love the salon! it looks very cozy and comforting!
January 29, 2010 at 08:25 pm report abuse
miss_techylicious

18. this is indeed perfect after a day of shopping spree.
January 29, 2010 at 07:53 pm report abuse
toughgurl

17. wow! nice hangout place for girl friends.=)
January 29, 2010 at 06:54 pm report abuse
len9

16. wow cool hair treatment. i would like to try this salon soon.:)
January 29, 2010 at 05:33 pm report abuse
prettylass8831

15. I would definitely go to this salon since it's near my place.
January 29, 2010 at 04:08 pm report abuse
mhela

14. i want one!!!
January 29, 2010 at 03:47 pm report abuse
mompreneur

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
alizey

12. Makati = great places!
January 29, 2010 at 02:35 pm report abuse
retz

11. I'm sure "Studio fix" is a perfect salon for my hair.
January 29, 2010 at 12:14 pm report abuse
Piapie

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
jayn000

9. awww its too far from my place is there other branch near in manila?
January 29, 2010 at 11:44 am report abuse
darriane

8. i suddenly wanted to go to this salon,, hmmm
January 29, 2010 at 11:28 am report abuse
handpaintedsky

7. i'll try the place
January 29, 2010 at 11:27 am report abuse
jhe_1212

6. Wow, i should be heading now to Studio Fix!!! :D
January 29, 2010 at 11:17 am report abuse
anne_perez2004

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
shirleylim26

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
reeya

3. ill try studio fix.
January 29, 2010 at 10:59 am report abuse
miss_techylicious

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
myles_away

1. Nice... I would love to try the HydraCure too! :)
January 29, 2010 at 10:28 am report abuse