Saturday 11 December 2010

Bull SEMEN for hair, ANYONE?

Move over, argan oil and shea butter. Stylists are all abuzz about the latest miracle hair treatment: bull semen.
After reading about sperm-based facials, one British stylist began chatting away with her clients.
“When a client asked where she could get a sperm-based hair treatment done to feed her protein deprived locks … I was speechless,” the stylist said on Stylecaster.com.
She did some research and came across a “Aberdeen Organic 
Bull Semen Treatment.” Hari’s, a salon in London, is offering clients a conditioning treatment made out of bull’s semen. Hari’s has been one of London’s top salons for over 30 years and prides itself on offering some of London’s most exciting new treatments sourced from around the world.


It has become the most talked about treatment in London. Touted as “Viagra for Hair,” this 45-minute treatment ranges from £55 to £85 ($90-$138 U.S.) and uses semen from Aberdeen Angus bulls. Hari’s combines the sperm with the root of the protein-rich plant Katera. The protein-enriched potion is massaged into the client’s hair after it has been shampooed. Then the client is put under heat so the treatment penetrates the hair. The final step is the blow out, which gives the hair an awful lot of body, as well as shine.

“I have been searching for an organic product with a lot of protein because that is what hair is made of and that is what it lacks when it is dry,” says salon owner Hari Salem. “The
semen is refrigerated before use and doesn’t smell. It leaves your hair looking wonderfully soft and thick.”



Salem told media that he tried hundreds of products—including wild avocados and truffle oil—before hitting on bull semen as the elusive element in a formula for making hair look gorgeous. His salon also offers such treatments as Kerastase Hair Rituals and mind-soothing Indian Head Massage.
Salem says the treatment repairs, restores and brightens any hair. He says he has no shortage of customers.
“It will be an ongoing treatment as long as the bulls perform,” he says.


According to CosmeticsDesign.com, the trend may actually have started with Norwegian based company Maritex, which stated that it was the main producer of Cod sperm for use in cosmetic products.
The company suggested that the sperm successfully binds water in body lotions and make-up, with the company said to have sold seven tons of processed cod sperm for use in cosmetics in 2002.
However, the motive behind the Hari’s salon’s decision to use the controversial ingredient was more scientific, with the protein in the 
semen thought to actively complement the protein contained in hair molecules.


Bull semen may be the latest attempt by hair manufacturers to find pure forms of protein that match the hair protein quantities in order to create the most effective hair care treatment. With the bull semen and Katira plant extract mix giving an almost instant and odorless finish, the treatment may be the start of big things to come, says CosmeticsDesign.com.




Because semen has to be refrigerated in straws until use, it could be a while before it becomes a staple in hair-care products. And with its high cost, the ingredient would be aimed at the premium hair care market.
According to Mintel data, other unusual animal ingredients are being used in Asia and Latin America, with many companies incorporating placenta ingredients into skin care products, according to CosmeticsDesign.
Sofface cosmetics, based in China, has created a make-up base that contains sheep placenta, while the Guangzhou Sisder Health & Beauty company has based an entire skin care and body line using the same ingredient.

And that’s no bull.


source from which article was taken: http://forum.blackhairplanet.com/f11/bull-semen-hair-4818/
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Eh? What are your thoughts and views READERS? Would you bull your hair? LORL

Saturday 4 December 2010

Aphrodite Super Standing Dryer

Aphrodite Super Standing Dryer


Aphrodite Super Standing Dryer is made for professionals by professionals. It is the most durable and trust worthy dryer ever created by Aphrodite. It's 20 year history within the industry speaks for itself. Long lasting and powerful is the pride of the Aphrodite range.


1. 1000 watts of pure power
2. Adjustable stand
3. Adjustable hood visor
4. Adjustable thermostat control
5. Automatic timer setting


The TRUTH: I am very pleased with this dryer, I use it to dry when I roller set my hair.
I use it to carry out my DC treat on my hair weekly, I will add my DC conditioner and put on a steam cap/shower cap and then sit under this dryer for say 30 - 40 mins. This baby can get hot as it has variable temperature which I have tried it on almost the setting, maximum heat setting is 70 degrees Celsius, I tend to stick with 50 degrees Celsius.


I believe it is a good option (in comparison to a steamer) as it can dry the hair as well as steaming well by using a steam cap/shower cap. I am not saying that a steamer is not a good option but if you want both benefit in 1 then this dryer is awesome; if you do not have a lot of space and or on a budget then this dryer will fits perfectly into both those criteria.


I am very pleased and chuffed (Brit for being very happy lol). I got it as a Gift **I was cheesing hard** when I unboxed it.


Rating: 5/5

Silk Element Megasilk Moisturizing Conditioner

Silk Element Megasilk Moisturizing Conditioner


Promises
Deep conditioning properties reduce tangles
Gives an intense shine and manageability without product build up
Great for detangling and ease of combing
Adds an intense shine

To give your hair amazing shine without the gunky build up, this product is great. Detangle and soften hair with the deep conditioning properties of this treatment. Use is for everyday conditioning or deep conditioning treatments and watch your hair transform into beautiful, healthy hair.

Directions: For intense conditioning, cover hair with plastic cap and use moderate heat for 5-7 minutes.

Ingredients: WATER ,CETEARYL ALCOHOL ,GLYCERIN ,CETYL ESTERS ,STEARALKONIUM CHLORIDE ,AMODIMETHICONE ,HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL ,SODIUM PCA ,FRAGRANCE ,HYDROLYZED SILK ,CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE ,TRIDECETH-12 ,METHYLPARABEN ,IMIDAZOLIDINYL UREA ,BEHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE ,YELLOW 5 ,HEXYL CINNAMAL

The TRUTH:
This is a pretty good conditioner, it really moisturizes, softens and detangles well and the end result is nice soft, light flowing and shiny hair. I really like using this conditioner and I do intend to stock up on it from
Sallys Express - Silk Elements before they are no longer available here in the UK. I used this conditioner with and without heat and in both instances the results was very good.
I also did an experiment with the Roux Porosity Control Corrector and Conditioner mixed in with some of this conditioner and I tell you the experience with soft, manageable hair was GOOD. I think the porosity conditioner gave it even better results and a great boost. So here I go off to Sallysexpress UK to stock up!

Rating: 3.8/5

Wednesday 1 December 2010

Silk Elements Luxury Moisturizing Conditioner

Silk Elements Luxury Moisturizing Conditioner

Promises:
Fortified with Silk Protein, Aloe Vera, Panthenol, Vitamin-B5
Leaves hair manageable and easy to comb
Treats damaged hair
Stops breakage
Penetrates from root to tip

Stop split ends and revive dry, brittle hair with essential oils and moisturizers. Silk Elements Luxury Moisturizing Conditioner will add shine, body and lots of moisture to thirsty tresses and fortify your hair with silk proteins. For a silky, smooth shine, Luxury Moisturizing Conditioner is the perfect conditioning treatment

Directions: For extreme dry hair leave in from 3 to 5 minutes, work through or comb, adding additional product to ends of hair. Rinse thoroughly and style.

Ingredients: WATER ,POLYQUATERNIUM-32 ,MINERAL OIL ,MINERAL OIL ,GLYCERIN ,DIMETHICONE ,QUATERNIUM-80 ,PROPYLENE GLYCOL ,DIMETHICONE PEG-7 ISOSTEARATE ,FRAGRANCE ,DMDM HYDANTOIN ,PANTHENOL ,HYDROLYZED SILK ,ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE

The TRUTH: I honestly can this is the best SILK ELEMENT CONDITIONER hands down, It so rightly said it is ‘’the perfect conditioning treatment’’. I have used it with heat, without heat, after an ayurvedic treatment and the results were SUPER soft, butter silk hair lol. I love this conditioner. I did this with heat for 40mins and my hair was so soft and nice, I really loved it and the other time, I did not get to do it with heat as I fell asleep with my son in the sofa for over a couple of hours and my this experience was even better than the last LOL and when I rinsed and style it was soo soo soft and buttery light. The ends result was exceptional good. I off to http://www.sallyexpress.com/search.aspx?q=silk+elements to get me a few more bottles, while it is still available here for sale.

Rating: 5/5

Where you at?!??

 

Ok Everyone I am baaaaack I had to be away for a hot minute as I was abroad attending to some family matter. Now all is done, I am well and I am back in the full swing of blogging.

I aslo have loads of reviews of products I have used and record along with pics, also some hair accessories I got my little hands on and also some new hair products I am yet to try out.

I will also be letting the lucky winner of the Aritha Competition know who they are in the next 24 hours, please accept my sincere apologies for the delay on that.

I will be doing several prize giveaways over the next couple of weeks, so stay tune for those.

Other than that, let the blogging begins ;).

Best Wishes

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