L’Oreal Elvive Colour Protect Shampoo

L’Oreal Elvive Colour Protect Conditioner

Since I was pretty much satisfied with the Elseve Nutri-Gloss range, I thought it’d wouldn’t hurt to give this range a go. I do have colour-treated hair after all.

Elvive is the European counterpart of Elseve (which I think is the name used in the Asian market while Vive is used in the US — a bit confusing, innit?) The Elvive Colour Protect is the first range with Light Reflecting System.

Another reason for the switch is because I just had my hair treated to a not-so-ordinary colouring. Twas a combination of full head colouring and colour paneling (several portions of my hair were further subjected to colouring). I needed to make sure that the job simply won’t get wasted by neglect or improper maintenance, if you know what I mean.

Anyway, what I appreciate about the Colour Protect line is that it does indeed help extend the effects of the colouring done on my hair. It’s still shiny and the colour still looks vibrant esp under the sun. I don’t normally shampoo everyday but whenever I do use the shampoo consecutively, it doesn’t dry my hair. The conditioner works well in keeping my hair soft and smooth even with little amount used.

However, what I don’t like is that there’s a small amount of flaking on some days. When I say on some days, I mean, I am forced to shampoo more than usual. Sometimes instead of shampooing every other day, I would do it for 2-3 consecutive days. This is entirely dependent on the amount of flaking. I had initially thought the flaking was caused by the hair serum I use or the styling product but I found out later on that it’s really the shampoo and/or conditioner. This bit actually saddened me because I was actually really liking it.

Scent-wise, this line is no match to the scent of Nutri-Gloss. I still like the latter better. The Colour Protect reminds me of an old shampoo and conditioner I used back in 2000. I’ve forgotten what it was. Using the Colour Protect always brings back memories of this youth camp I had attended over the summer of 2000.

Packaging is in red which automatically makes me think it’s for hair coloured in red or brunettes (never blondes or black, etc). A very striking and bold choice of colour for the range. Perhaps it best depicts vibrant colour, yes?

Verdict? I can’t say that it’ll have the same result (the negative bit) on everyone so I would still suggest that you try it esp if you have colour-treated hair. In terms of “colour protect” its name can deliver.

Images: L’Oreal Paris UK

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Pantene Ice Shine Shampoo
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Pantene Pro-V
Ice Shine Shampoo

Brilliant, all-day shine can be yours. Pro-V Ice Shine Shampoo gently transforms dull, lifeless hair by removing dirt, oil and styling products. When used as a system with Pro-V Ice Shine Conditioner, you’ll see:

* Hair that’s conditioned and shiny
* Naturally reflective, smooth and shining strands that beam with a healthy look

Having just stepped out of the shower, I’m reminded of the current shampoo I’m experimenting on, which I’d like to share with you beauties. It’s the Pantene Pro-V Ice Shine Shampoo. So far, it’s been a cool experience. (Pardont the pun. Hehe)

To be quite honest, I’m not at all particular with the sort of shampoo I’m using. That’s probably why I’m so open to trying out new ones on a whim. I do however take note of the ones that doesn’t really sit well with me and my hair. I can actually stop using one if after one use, I’d notice my hair feeling a bit dry and string-y; even when I had spent a good amount of money in purchasing it. Such a waste, yea? Tell me about it.

Anyway, there are certain hair care brands that I’ve grown to trust a bit. Pantene has introduced a number of products that I don’t mind using. They’re not too bad in my book. But I admit that I have the tendency to choose a different brand over it. Perhaps, from personal experience, Pantene products looses traction as you use them. Weird observation, I know. I guess I have yet to familiarise myself with Pantene’s other products, huh? I guess this opportunity to do just that can be a good thing.

Learning that the Ice Shine Shampoo has a gentle formulation that is suitable even for colour-treated and/or permed hair. Check and check. My hair is both colour-treated and permed, er, rebonded, that is. I reckon that’s why my experience, so far, has been good. No visible factor that can cause me to complain.

I love the packaging, too. The semi-clear blue bottle has me thinking of “icy cool freshness” which somehow makes me expect a “menthol-y” feel when I massage it onto my scalp. But no, nothing happening there. It’s quite refreshing to use clear shampoo again. It creates this impression that there are no unnecessary colouring ingredients that may be too much for the hair. Also, I do enjoy the scent. It doesn’t have the usual commercialised shampoo scent. I actually took my time washing my hair, massaging it onto my hair more thoroughly cuz it smells great! LOL.

One good indication that it’s gentle on my scalp is that it’s not flaking. No flakes means double yay! Though it gets a bit itchy. I’m not sure if it’s cuz of the conditioner I’m using. Or if I just need to rinse more thoroughly next time. Gah. This conditioner just might be a bit too hard to rinse off then! I’ve already been spending more than 30 minutes just washing my hair! How much more water should I consume? Sigh. Ah, well. More hair washing experiments for me. Heh.

Another thing that I like about it is the uni-sex image it has; aesthetically suitable for both male and female users. Yea, my brother is actually using the same shampoo. Well, at least, he was using it when he was still here in Manila. Which brings me to ask, is it even available in Manila? I haven’t seen it on shelves of supermarkets or beauty specialty stores. It is, however, in the US (of course!) cuz that’s where my brother bought our current stock (hehe) and it’s also available online.

Here are some listings I’ve managed to pull:

Pantene Pro-V Ice Shine Shampoo – Drugstore.com $5.79
Pantene Ice Shine Shampoo – Ulta.com $3.99
Pantene Pro-V Ice Shine Shampoo For Healthy Hair – Amazon.com $9.86

So, ok. If any of you get the chance to try this product out, let us know! We’d love to hear what you think of it.

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