Friday, March 25, 2005

Madonna's Hair has Halo Glow

Madonna

Madonna's Halo of Hair: Colorist Steven Tapp of Prive Salon in Los Angeles, has introduced a new method of hair restoration, to protect processed hair in preparation for color, which he previewed the treatment on his most famous client, Madonna. Mrs. Ritchie said, “now this is how hair should feel!”

The Protein Hair “Facial,” was created by Prive Salon stylist Shelee Maeda. The process prep hair for better, longer lasting and more brilliant color results, and serves as a form of pampering.

The treatment begins with a liquid soy-protein base, a type of protein that is closest to the hair’s natural keratin, which is massaged into the hair shaft through the ends. The protein penetrates deep into the hair under a dryer, bonding it to the cortex of the hair shaft. Hair is then rinsed, a moisturizer is massaged into the hair, then steamed for 15 minutes, allowing the protein and moisture to seep into the cortex of the hair, as the cuticle is opened. The final rinse with cool water, closes the cuticle, sealing in the moisture.

Reps say it offers a level of shine, silk like texture and balance equivalent to that of a child’s. In addition to adding a glow, hair will grow faster and stronger. This 30-minute treatment is exclusively at Prive Salons in Los Angeles and NY for $75. Tapp’s other celebrity clients include: Carmen Electra, Cameron Diaz, and Ricky Martin.