The Power of Argan Oil – How It Can Help Your Hair

Posted by Price Attack on May 15, 2012 None comments

Argan oil is growing in popularity rapidly in the hair care world. This Moroccan oil is made from the kernels of the fruit from an Argan tree. The oil is only produced in small quantities and is quite rare, which is why it is one of the most highly priced oils in the world. It has only recently made its way into salons and hair care shops with the promise of making your hair healthy and beautiful.

But how does it work? Argan oil has very high amounts of fatty acids and Vitamin E. These elements are great for healing your skin, but is also great for protecting and nourishing your hair. It works both inside and outside the hair, neutralising radicals and adding nourishing enzymes, giving your hair shine without making it feel greasy. It will also make your hair stronger, get rid of frizzy hair and lock in moisture.

Argan oil can be applied to the hair easily. Although most oils leave your hair greasy and heavy, Argan oil is quite lightweight and absorbs into the hair easily. All that is required is a few drops that can be rubbed into your hair and scalp. It can be used like a hot oil treatment as well and is great to put in your hair just before bed. This can be washed out the next day. It is recommended to only use the oil a few times a week or in between washes to add shine and reduce frizz. It should be used sparingly as it takes only a small amount to make a difference.

With Argan oil available at most good hair care shops and salons, why not head down to a store like Price Attack today? Hair care retailer, Price Attack, offers pure Oil of Marrakesh in all of its stores in a 100ml bottle at a great price. Although Argan oil is a little expensive, it will last a long time and the results will be worth the money. Help restore your hair to its usual strength and shine with just a few drops of Argan oil and watch the compliments roll in!

How Can I Stop My Hair Colour From Fading?

Posted by Price Attack on May 7, 2012 None comments

Dyed hair can fade whether it is temporary or permanent. Environmental factors, heat styling, washing and damaged tresses can make colour fade faster, making you lose that just coloured glow to your locks. There are three things that can change due to these factors, comprising of colour fading, colour shifting and colour freshness. Fading is when the hair starts looking washed out, shifting is when your natural colour mixes with the dye and freshness relates to the colour going dull.

There are a number of ways to stop the three dimensions of hair colour changing. One way is to wash with care and make sure you use a shampoo and conditioner made especially for coloured hair. These products are gentler and won’t strip the pigment but will instead add some to revive colour. It is also recommended to avoid washing your hair within 48 hours of having it coloured and avoid scalding showers.

Another way to reduce hair fading is with hair sunscreen and thermal protection. Hair sunscreen just means products that contain built-in UV filters which protect from the fading effects from the sun. It is also recommended to wear a wide brimmed hat when possible. Thermal protection products guard hair from heat, like when you blow dry or straighten your hair.

For hair care products and advice on how to keep your hair looking salon fresh, consider Price Attack. They have all you need from brushes and hair straighteners to hair extensions and moisturisers. Don’t let your colour fade or lose its vibrancy, head down to a Price Attack near you and get the hair care products you need.

Tips on Colouring Your Hair At Home

Posted by Price Attack on April 27, 2012 None comments

A lot of people are scared to colour their hair at home because they think it won’t work out or it will ruin their hair. Colouring your hair at home can save you money and time that you can spend on more important things. It can have its drawbacks and seem a bit scary, but with the right tools and a little advice, colouring your hair at home can have results as good as at the salon.

One way to make sure colouring your hair at home goes successfully is the right products. Do you want the colour to be permanent or temporary? Do you want it darker or lighter? If lighter, do you need to bleach it first? All these questions and more are very important. Price Attack has a variety of items including their range of Fudge Headpaint and Salon Professional supplies appropriate for all hair types. Other things you may need include tint bowl, brushes, sectioning clips and gloves which are also available at your local Price Attack.

Another way to make sure you get the results you want is to get expert advice from salon professionals. A lot of places don’t want to give this out as they could be losing a customer, but at Price Attack, you can get all the hair colouring information you need at no cost. Their expert staff have all the skills and information to make sure you can get that professional look at home. From preparation to looking after your hair colour every day, they can give you advice to save you money and time.

So take advantage of colouring your hair at home so you have more money in your back pocket, and more time for the fun things in life. For more information, or to see what kind of hair colouring products they have on offer, check out Price Attack online or call 1300 854 484.

Five Tips for Great Hair Care

Posted by Price Attack on April 20, 2012 None comments

Looking after your hair is an essential part of life. We wake up, have a shower, get changed, maybe put make up on and then style our hair. With so many ways to alter and manipulate our hair, we tend to make a mess of its natural defences against dryness, oil and chemicals. Having the right products and using them at the right time can make a huge difference. Below are just five tips on how you can keep your hair shiny and strong every day.

1.When to shampoo

You do not need to shampoo your hair daily to keep it clean. If you use shampoo too much, your hair can get dry and hard to work with. Ever noticed how second day hair is easier to style? Try shampooing your hair every second day. The idea is to only wash it when it is dirty and oily.

2.Limit conditioners

Conditioning your hair is mostly to detangle and add moisture to your hair. It is recommended that you only use a 10c piece worth of conditioner for medium length hair and only adding a little more or less if you hair is thicker and longer or thinner and shorter. Too much conditioner can make your hair oily.

3.Combing when wet

Comb your hair with a wide tooth comb when it is wet. This will prevent breakage. The only time you should use a brush is when your hair is only a little damp or totally dry. It is also important to make sure you have the right hair brush for your hair. A staff member at your favourite hair care store or a hair dresser should be able to help with this.

4.Trim it regularly

Go to a salon to get your hair trimmed every 6 to 8 weeks. Even if you are trying to grow your hair, it is vital to get your hair ends cut before you get split ends. This will keep your hair healthy which can also promote growth.

5.Get the right products

Use products that are formulated specifically for your hair type. If you have dry hair, use products that hydrate, if you have coloured hair, use products that are good for chemically treated mops and so on. Whatever the problem, there should be a hair care product to make your hair beautiful. Asking someone at a hair salon or hair care shop can make the choice easier.

One company that offers hair care advice as well as a wide variety of hair products is Australian company, Price Attack. Head down to a store near you or take a look online today for more information.

Hair Colouring – Which One is Right for You

Posted by Price Attack on April 12, 2012 None comments

Colouring your hair at home can be a cheap and easy alternative to getting it professionally coloured. Many don’t have the time or money to get their hair done at a hair salon, but they also don’t know what colour to choose or whether they should get permanent or temporary. Read on to find out what each one means and how to pick the right colour for your hair.

•Temporary and semi-permanent

Temporary hair colours are normally ones that fade in seven or eight washes or in a couple of weeks, but can last longer depending on your original hair colour. They can’t lighten your hair but are good for adding shine or depth. Temporary hair colours are a great idea if you want something different but don’t want to colour your hair permanently. They’re also good if you’re trying a really bright or different shade that you haven’t used before to see if it suits you.

•Permanent

This type of hair colour won’t wash out, but rather grows out. It does still fade in a few months but will fade sooner if not cared for properly. Permanent hair colouring is good for drastic changes, lightening your hair colour or for covering grey hairs. If you want a change that will last, go for a permanent hair colour.

•Numbers

Most professional hair colour creams and formulas use numbers to indicate the base or level of each hair shade. The higher numbers are lighter while 1 is black. If you aren’t sure about what to go for or if a colour will suit you, talk to a professional at a hair salon like Price Attack.

If you need help picking a colour or advice on anything hair related, visit a Price Attack hair salon near you. Their expert staff can offer you different brands and hair colouring options to keep your hair healthy. With advice on hair care products, accessories and more, you can have hair that makes others envious!

Why You Should Get Hair Extensions

Posted by Price Attack on April 5, 2012 None comments

Hair extensions have become a very popular trend over the past few years and there are lots of different brands and styles to choose from. They can create length instantly and are easy to style. Many people get hair extensions for special occasions but these days they are almost an everyday accessory that can be as permanent or as temporary as you like with prices to suit every budget.

Hair salon and hair product supplier, Price Attack, stock a number of brands including Stylistix, Hair Talk and Amore. Stylistix are temporary clip in hair extensions and Hair Talk and Amore are both permanent. Hair Talk is an Australian brand made of human hair and is applied in a pain free and gentle process maximising its lifespan. Amore are similar to Hair Talk as they are gentle on your existing hair and are also made of human hair. Both come in a variety of colours and lengths and can be modified to suit you.

The best way to get your hair extensions attached is by visiting a good hair salon. A professional stylist at Price Attack can help attach your hair extensions and cut them to suit your existing hairstyle, or cut and style both to make a new style that will make your friends think your hair grew overnight. The professionals at Price Attack will also suggest a hair care plan and certain hair products to help extend the life and beauty of your extensions so you can get the most for your money.

Hair extensions are a great way to lengthen your hair to give you a new hairstyle instantly. At Price Attack, you can purchase some of the best hair extensions on the market and get their stylists to apply the extensions and give you the information you need to look after your newest accessory. Head to a Price Attack hair salon near you for more information and prices.

Seasonal Hair

Posted by Price Attack on February 28, 2012 None comments

Why is it that whenever someone interesting walks into the room, the first place our hands go is to our hair? Well, there are probably some deep psychological reasons, but all we need to know is how to look after it when the cold winds come blazing.

When your hair is all dried out from compulsive washing during the heat season, the last thing it needs is the whipping winds during autumn. To look after your hair during this change in season, make sure you compliment your hair by re-hydrating and replenishing with moisture-based hair products. If you’re straightening your hair, autumn and winter can be even more frustrating. Be sure to use heat-protecting products! The last thing one needs is hair as static as a balloon.

I know we’ve all lusted after the hair products standing tall and glamorous in hair salons to solve these problems, but- the price! It’s completely understandable that one may think that it might be too expensive to find hair care products that actually work, but you’ll always manage to find professional standard hair products at your local Price Attack that work wonders without making you feel guilty for slashing on beauty products! For more information or to find your closest Price Attack, visit www.priceattack.com.au.

 

Tips for Curly Hair

Posted by Price Attack on February 1, 2012 None comments

BlowdryingCurly hair can be one of the easiest and most effortless ways to style your hair. Unfortunately, it can also be your own worst enemy. Whether natural or through a perm, there are a few specific tips for when it comes to caring for curly hair. Let’s take a look at some of the easiest ways to manage your curly hair.

Find a good stylist – the right stylist can work wonders to your hair as well as give you helpful tips on hair care and hair products. Visit your local Price Attack hair salon for more information.

Eliminate from daily use – blowdrying, hair brushes, straighteners, harsh chemical treatments and elastic bands. Blowdrying is fine for quick drying, but make sure to use a cold setting and appropriate hair care product (leave in conditioner etc.), use fingers instead of a hair brush, but if need be brush hair when wet and rinse with water after brushing to eliminate the chance of frizz.

Wash with cold water – cold water helps to make hair shinier, locks in moistures and reduces frizz – in essence, single handedly tackling the three major problems of curly hair.

Hair products – avoid excessive use of hair products. This means when using gel or mousse, rub your hands together to heat the product which will help distribute it evenly. Avoid shampooing everyday (conditioning on the other hand is ok). Of course, there are a number of hair care products that are extremely useful for curly hair. For more information visit your local Price Attack store or visit www.priceattack.com.au

Embrace the curls – curly hair is nothing to be ashamed of. If anything it’s more of a blessing than a burden. Unique looks, more time saving (if you cut down on those bad habits), less need for hair products and haircuts last longer!

Hair Care Products for Blowdrying and Straightening

Posted by Price Attack on January 25, 2012 None comments

Hair DryerWe all know how much our hair means to us, and we all know how easy it is to damage our hair, but on the contrary, how many of us know how easy it is to maintain healthy hair? This article will look into some of the hair care essentials to protect your hair from heat damage.

Excessive heat caused by blowdrying and straightening are the two main culprits of damaged hair. Although an excessive amount of heat will always be damaging in some way or another (give your hair a rest when possible!), there are ways to protect your hair during this process.

Blowdrying – whether you blowdry for volume, ease and speed or straighter hair, the effects of the heat results in the same damage to your hair – dried hair and split ends are the two most common effects. Fortunately, protecting your hair when blowdrying is reasonably simple with a few hair products. When blowdrying, after a quick towel dry, prep your hair with anti-frizz solution or a leave in conditioner – this will protect against initial heat as well as seal in moisture. Start blowdrying at the nape of the neck and section off in quarters. Use the lowest heat setting and use your fingers until hair is about half dry. After this, use a paddle brush to distribute the heat evenly for the remainder.

Straightening – whether you straighten for the style or the maintenance, as with blowdrying, the excessive heat can cause damage to your hair. An ESSENTIAL hair care product is thermal protection. Before straightening, mist on some thermal protection. Start a few centimetres from the scalp and use a tail comb immediately after to ensure even distribution of the heat. When complete finish it off with a hair care product such as anti humidity hare care spray or a hair product suck as hair smoothing cream or hairspray.

 Another product which is ideal in protecting your hair against heat is L’oreal’s Mythic Oil. This is an oil that is lightweight, and is perfect for keeping your hair looking shiny and supple. This oil can be used before blowdrying, or after heat styling. All you need to do is apply a few drops onto your hair, and you will look like you just walked out of a salon.

 If you’re after products or advice for anything to do with hair visit your local Price Attack store or jump on to www.priceattack.com.au

How to Care For Your Hair

Posted by Price Attack on January 18, 2012 None comments

Hair CareHair care is vitally important, but many people fail to realise this. Fortunately, these days there are a lot of different hair care products that you can use to maximise how healthy your hair is. The most important thing to remember is how important it is to actually use high quality hair care products. There are a lot of different products out there, but some of them actually do more damage to the hair than anything.

First of all, you should take a look at some of the different shampoos that are available from Price Attack. If you want to make sure that you are using a good shampoo then you should definitely take a look at the different shampoos that you can get from this site. A lot of people don’t realise how important it is to use a high quality shampoo. However, it really is very important. Many of the leading shampoos contain added vitamins and minerals that help the healthiness of your hair.

These days, a lot of women will use hair straighteners. Unfortunately, what these women don’t realise is that hair straighteners, if used too often, can actually damage the hair. Because of this, it is important that you consider other options when it comes to straightening your hair. Fortunately, there are a lot of hair care products out there that are actually designed to let you straighten your hair without damaging it through heat.

As you can see, when it comes to hair care, there are a lot of different options available to you. The unfortunate thing is that a lot of people think that products like these are not affordable, which ultimately means that they don’t care for their hair properly. However, if you take a look at some of the many hair care products that are available from Price Attack then you will see that all of these products are easily affordable. By using products like this you are able to make sure that your hair is not only properly cared for, but also that it stays healthy and well looked after.