Monday, May 30, 2011

Review and Giveaway: Wella Professional Care and Styling

Wella Professional's new line of care and styling products make choosing the best products for your hair simple and easy. I had the chance to spend an afternoon with James Cornwell, Celebrity Stylist and Fashion Director at PR at Partners in D.C. who took my hair from flat to fab with Wella's new products and color treatment.

Wella Professional Care
The shampoos and conditioners come in four categories: Brilliance, designed for color treated hair; Enrich, designed for dry and damaged hair; Balance for scalp care, and Age Restore for mature hair. (Note: Age Restore is perfect for those with long locks. The ends of your hair are much older than the roots!)  I used the Brilliance shampoo and the Enrich conditioning mask. First, the shampoo has the best scent bar none of any shampoo I've tested in years. It left my bathroom, heck the whole upstairs of the house smelling divine. More importantly, my hair was shiny and clean and not stripped or dry afterwards. The Enrich hair mask is thick and creamy. On sunny days, I leave this in my ends and twist my hair in a bun for a super conditioning treatment. The Wella hair care products are available in salons and are super reasonably priced for salon-quality (under $20 for a large bottle).

Wella Professional Styling
Since I'm concerned about damage from hair dryers and flat irons, I asked to try a protection spray. The Thermal Heat Protection Spray is the first thing I put on my hair after the shower. Not only does it make for an easy comb out, it protects my hair from heat styling. With summer fast approaching I also wanted to address frizz, so I'm using the Mirror Polish, which is a shine spray that holds down my crazy frizz too. Both are a good fit for summer, and make summer styling a cinch. James recommends the Thermal Heat Protection Spray first, then a rough dry, followed by the Mirror Polish and a round brush finish.

James used the revamped Koleston Perfect permanent color and the ammonia-free Demi-Permanent for my low lights. Both have worn well over the last month and I've only recently started to see the Demi color fade. I was especially impressed with shine and richness in my color. For those redheads out there: Koleston's reds last 15% longer than before.

We have a week's worth of Wella shampoos and conditioners to giveaway. If you'd like to try Wella, leave us a comment below and send your address to jsggiveaway@gmail.com. We'll pick two winners this week.

This review was based on a complimentary service.
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44 comments:

  1. Brn2lisnMay 31, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    I would love to try these Thank you for the chance.

    Brn2lisn (at) gmail dot com

    Email sent

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  2. AnonymousMay 31, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Love Wella!! Thanks for doing this giveaway!! Danielle Wleklik

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  3. SaraMay 31, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    I'd love to try the new line of hair care by Wella! I'm sending off an email now :)

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  4. annie ngoMay 31, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    i would love to try these products!!

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  5. Brenda WoodMay 31, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    My girl and I both have color treated, curly, dry, frizz-prone hair. My daughter often straightens hers. We are looking for anything repairative and that defrizzes and protects.

    Thanks!

    look for my email from surveygal1@live.com

    Brenda

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  6. nicoleMay 31, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    Would love to try and reccomend this product line in the future.

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  7. BrittanyMay 31, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    I have trouble finding hair products that work for me. I have a sensitive scalp and very thin hair. So I switch shampoos/conditioners very often. It would be nice to finally find a product that works for me! :) I'd love to try Wella for myself!!

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  8. lisaMay 31, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    ive heard nothing but good things about wella products and id love to try them.

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  9. jennhucks@yahoo.comMay 31, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    My mom is a Hair Stylist and I have used your products most of my life. They are fabulous and just keep getting better! So glad the rest of the world is finding this out!!! =)

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  10. missiMay 31, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    I've never tried the Wella products. Would love to! I'm in, lol. Thanks for the give a way!!!!

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  11. caroschesMay 31, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Wella is a well established and highly regarded brand in Germany. I lived there for many years, and I am happy Wella's products are made available to American consumers.

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  12. caroschesMay 31, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Wella is a well established and highly regarded brand in Germany. I lived there for many years, and I am happy to see that Wella's products are now available to the American consumer.

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  13. caroschesMay 31, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    Wella is a well established and highly regarded brand in Germany. I lived there for many years, and I am delighted to see that Wella's products are now also available to the American consumer.

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  14. mch101kMay 31, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    I have to admit that I have never tried Wella products before, but would love the opportunity for a free sample. Thank you!

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  15. HarleyMay 31, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    I would absolutely LOVE to try this stuff. I love the big named brands of hair care..just not the prices.

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  16. ShirleyMay 31, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    I would love to try it..my mom said she used to use this product when she was younger.

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  17. LizetteMay 31, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    it'd be great to try this product! :) I can never find product that works well with my hair type. Not to mention, I hear these smell great. Not only can you look sleek and tailored but you smell just as great? Sweet!

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  18. urbanappetitesMay 31, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Yay! So glad you loved the products! I am a Wella Master Colourist and salon owner who swears by the Wella brand! Thanks for such a great review! :)

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  19. AnonymousMay 31, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    I would love to try Wella. Anything to help my Red brown color stay vibrant, it seems to go dull so fast!

    Email address will be sent shortly. Thanks for the chance to win :)

    Melissa S.

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  20. AnonymousMay 31, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    Thank you :-D

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  21. Kelly ElrodMay 31, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    I'd love to try the products!

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  22. richwash64June 1, 2011 at 12:39 AM

    Sun care is crucial here in Myrtle beach but that New Biolage Hair Care would be fun to try. Thanks

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  23. AnonymousJune 1, 2011 at 1:02 AM

    WELLA PRODUCTS ARE THE BEST...

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  24. Becky GJune 1, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    I'm looking forward to trying these products.

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  25. shariJune 1, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    This sounds awesome! I have been searching for a new favorite brand and this just might be it!

    Thanks for the chance.

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  26. BethanyJune 1, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Thanks for this would love to try!

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  27. AnonymousJune 1, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    I would love to try the product .

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  28. Carmens1630June 1, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Love Wella products. Used them many, many years ago in the early 70's. I still remember their scent , it was fresh and clean. I'm glad to see Wella products in the forefront again. Would love to start using Wella products again. Thank for giving this offer to win.

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  29. doreenJune 1, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    I would love to try your new wella product..

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  30. doreenJune 1, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    I would love to try new wella ...

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  31. SimranJune 1, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    I have thick, curly, dry, frizzy hair prone to split ends. I would love to try Magic on my hair but guess a good hair product like Wella might do the trick!

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  32. AngelJune 1, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    We just switched to Wella at our school. I love it! :)

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  33. AnonymousJune 1, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Would like to try these new products because I want to find something to use to make my hair look good without having to go to the hairdresser.

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  34. Nicole AcostaJune 1, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    I have 3 girls plus myself that would love to try out your products! I hope we have the opportunity to. Thanks and have a wonderful evening :)

    ~Nicole Acosta
    skype: nicoleacosta1

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  35. PeteJune 1, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    I would love to find a hair care product that would make me feel clean and refreshed after washing my hair, I would be excited to try your product and see if its been what I've been looking for.

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  36. Danielle ScaceJune 2, 2011 at 1:58 AM

    Would love to try these products!

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  37. tinytina3June 2, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    I would really love to give Wella a try. I have heard about the brand before (I think it's been around for awhile) but haven't tried it yet. Mostly because I don't remember seeing it in the stores. I think it's a British brand—maybe that's why it hasn't been widely available. I'd be most interested in the Restore Collection—I just have to decide weather I'd give it to my aging Aunt or use it on my long hair!

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  38. CapriceJune 2, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    Thanks for the chance! Would love to try these products.

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  39. UnknownJune 2, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    I would love to try this. Im always looking for things that will make my hair look a bit better.

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  40. amandalbernsJune 2, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    I can't wait to try out Wella! Thanks for the give away opportunity!

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  41. AnonymousJune 2, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    Karen Johnson would love to try the products.

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  42. Fiona NJune 4, 2011 at 4:38 AM

    Aloha, I wish I have a chance to try this product. Thank you in advance:-)

    Fiona N

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  43. JoniJune 14, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    I would love to try Wella products. I just had my hair highlighted and it feels like straw. Help! Thanks for the opportunity to try to win. I'm sending an email ASAP.

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  44. JoniJune 14, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    I would love to try Wella products. I just had my hair highlighted and it feels like straw. Help! Thanks for the chance to win. I'm sending an email ASAP.

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