Boarding a plane in less than 12 hours! But before that, it was a visit to my hair salon sponsor - Salon De Choix, for a hair color makeover few days prior to my trip. The last time I was at the salon was in May... Hence, why would I not want to get freshly-colored hair before my trip right? Most importantly, it is so important to have the hair treatment at Salon De Choix, so that my hair will be smooth and more manageable during the trip. :)
BEFORE (and bunning my hair overnight)
As usual, my hair stylist, Chester, did a great consultation session to find out my wants pertaining to my hair. In my previous trip, we toned down the many shades of brown I had and did a balayage effect for my hair. This trip, I requested for highlights so that it will give my hair some 'highlighting effect', which will be visible in my trip's photos and videos. At the same time, I wanted to reduce the balayage color at my hair ends so that the focus would be on the highlights. Chester shared with me some contrasting results that would happen and I was like "Huh" here and there... But he eventually solved it brilliantly, all thanks to his years of experience in this industry!
His years of experience is also evident in how he prepared the color dye mix to touch up my hair roots that were growing out of a visible black color. I did not see him placing the color chart against my hair to find out the closest shade#, and he could actually prepare it. So I got curious and asked him once I saw the dye bowl. He told me that he simply looked at my current base color, and match it to the respective ratio, etc. That's impressive!
Applying dye to highlight
certain portions of my hair.
What a 'hair-raising' experience.... Literally! Haha! This was funny. Simply had to take a selfie.
Base color touch-up after the highlighting segment. And wait while letting the dye seep in.
Time to wash off the color. And relaxing hair wash while lying on the massage chair!
Next: Quality hair treatment time.
Steaming my hair
I posted up some Insta-stories to show the whole process during my visit at Salon De Choix (Follow me on my Instagram - @felizaong) Which included the hair trim that Chester did after I was done with my hair treatment. Once the trim was completed, it was the final step - Hair Blow and Styling. Awesome! :)
Notice in the photo collage below - Of my highlight streaks which were cleverly applied at various sections of my hair to give it that brilliant focus. It is always important to have a hair stylist which understands your hair, your usual hair styling habits, etc. For Chester, he knows how my hair 'moves', and how I would normally have a bun, ponytail or simply pin up my fringe. So the hair highlighting techniques he applied were in consideration of the said factors, and of course where to have the streaks so it would not be too excessive or too spaced apart.
Closeup of the highlights around my hair crown area
Chester said that it has been awhile since he did straight hair for me, so he had it blown straight instead of my usual luscious curls (which he is a master in producing beautiful hair curls). He also said I would look younger.... Yes, just what I need that day as I have been so busy preparing for my trip, that I probably did not looked as fresh as usual! Hee!
An absolutely fantastic job by Chester!
The streaks were strategically and nicely applied at the 'right' places to give the highlighting effect.
So as mentioned, I am flying off soon, and it will be for about two weeks! Follow me on my Instagram (IG: felizaong) while I take you on a travel journey halfway around the world! Meanwhile, do visit Salon De Choix to get your hair done! ;)
If you are interested to make an appointment at Salon De Choix,
mention my name 'Feliza'when you call to the salon
and get 15% discount off your total bill~
(Not applicable for promotions)
CALL TO BOOK AN APPT: +65 68362959
For more information about Salon De Choix, check out their FACEBOOKor INSTAGRAM
Salon De Choix is located at: 3 Killiney Road #01-06 Winsland House 1 Singapore 239519
Being blessed with thick tresses all my life, I always feel that hair loss will be the least of my hair concerns. So when I was approached by Beijing 101 - The experts in solving/reducing hair loss issues, as well as other hair/scalp-related problems faced by their clients for the past three decades... I was skeptical HOW I can benefit from their hair treatments as I did not feel that I was losing 'too many hair' in my opinion.
Nevertheless, I gave it a go as I was curious about my scalp type and condition, and it would be an eye opener to do the hair and scalp analysis, just like how I always see in their advertisements) as it would be the first time to see my hair and scalp in such a microscopic view. Most importantly, given my recent discovery of those few strands of premature greying hair, as shared in my previous post, I know I needed to do something about it and seek the help from professionals, which in this case, is none other than Beijing 101!
Beijing 101 branch at Tiong Bahru Plaza
With a total of seven outlets conveniently located around Singapore, my treatment was done at Beijing 101's Tiong Bahru Plaza branch. Upon arriving, I filled up my personal particulars and did a quick tour of their vicinity and check out their displays of the various "Home Care" products they have for sale. I did a quick look at the types of premium-grade Chinese herbs they use during the hair and scalp treatment sessions and its respective benefits, which seek to solve hair problems in an integrative and harmonious way, aligning with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practices.
Some of Beijing 101 'home care' product range
CONSULTATION: Scalp Analysis
I was led into the consultation room, where my consultant, Mr Eken, did a thorough questionnaire to find out more about my lifestyle habits (such as sleeping time, fitness habits and food preference) and the hair concerns that I have, while I sipped on the cup of hot tea served to me.
Eken then shared about Beijing 101's history, the awards and accreditation received - Such as results from the Nielsen Survey where 9 out of 10 had experienced visible hair growth results after receiving hair treatments from Beijing 101. He also showed me images of different types of scalp and hair issues.
My eye-opener moment had arrived - Doing the hair and scalp analysis! Eken scanned through my head and pointed out some areas of my scalp which is more oily and with clogged pores. These issues seem unimportant now, but if left untreated, it can affect hair growth and may even lead to hair loss in future! Thankfully, I do not have a dandruff problem!
He also said that I have to be careful of the hairline near my temples, and proceeded to ask if I always style my hair into a ponytail or bun, which I replied 'Yes' to him. But inside of me, I was like, "WHOA! You can even tell!??!". I basically like to tie my hair in these two ways, especially if I am home, as I like to keep my hair away from my face.
Eken told me that my hair treatment session includes the following:
- Scalp Purification mask
- Herbal hair wash (Type of herbal shampoo and conditioner used is based on client's hair/scalp needs)
- Signature Meridian Herbal Treatment (4 different types of massage to choose from!).
On top of it, I would undergo a TCM consultation with their in-house certified TCM doctor. And to end it off, Eken will conduct another round of hair and scalp analysis. Yay to more eye-opener moments!
I did my hair treatment in the VIP room.
It was like I am in my own private salon, in complete privacy and tranquility! :)
Warm towel and refreshments served while I did my treatment
Deep Cleansing Scalp Treatment: PuriScalp Mask
Applied onto my hair roots, followed by a quick massage,
and left on for about 20 minutes.
This mask helps to: - Balance the hair's pH level - Cleanse hair bulbs - Remove oil clogs and sebum - Provides vital nutrients to hair follicles
Enjoyed the nice minty sensation by the Deep Cleansing Scalp Treatment
Deep Cleansing Scalp Treatment: Herbal Hair Wash and Massage
After 20 minutes, the mask was washed off at my own private hair washing area. My hair therapist, Jessica, lathered my hair with the selected range of their in-house shampoo, followed by hair conditioner.
She used the shampoo and conditioner from the "Nourishing" range. FYI, the range that the hair therapist uses on your hair may differ from mine, as they will select based on one's head and scalp needs and concerns.
The 'Nourishing' range serves to:
- Restore hair vitality
- Enhances hair texture and density.
Any hair wash is NEVER complete without a satisfying acu-point head massage. And my hair therapist nailed it. Boy, I felt so relaxed and refreshed after that! I was led back to my treatment seat where my hair was towel-dried and then blown-dry.
A vial of Beijing 101's award-winning herbal hair tonic was carefully and thoroughly applied to my hair roots around my scalp. There are various types of hair tonic to treat different types of hair and scalp concerns, but generally the hair tonic aids to kill bacteria, strengthen hair roots, increase melanin production, nourishes hair follicles and promotes blood circulation.
Hair Tonic Application
Beijing 101 Signature Meridian Herbal Treatment: Overall Well-Being
Beijing 101's signature Meridian Herbal Treatment, is a head massage consisting of 4 different types (Overall well-being, Tension, Stress and Sleeping Disorder) that one can select from. I chose the Overall Well-being Treatment as the massage techniques seem to be part of each of the above 4 types, so I gave that a shot.
It was a pleasure to know that Beijing 101 is not only committed to using TCM methods in their products and treatments, but also to help improve their clients' overall health. Hence, in-house Certified TCM physicians provide consultations and advise on the health conditions.
My TCM physician did a pulse diagnosis and said that my 肠胃 (digestive system) is not good, which I am very much aware of. She asked questions pertaining to my health and habits, and gave much-appreciated advice. I also shared with her my premature greying hair concerns (albeit those few strands but it is startling!).
She told me that hair conditions reflect on: (1) The health of one's internal organs like lungs, kidney, blood, stomach and liver (2) Lifestyle such as insufficient sleep, stress and poor dietary habits.
She promptly advised me to to have a diet rich in Zinc, Copper, Vitamin A and B, and of course, to have more sleep, haha!
POST-TREATMENT CONSULTATION: Scalp Analysis
To healthier and stronger hair!
To cleaner and healthier scalp!
Scalp Analysis scan done to provide
a 'Before-and-After' comparison.
I was simply amazed with the vast improvements of my scalp condition!
In the image below, it showed two out of three zones where the scanner captured microscopic shots of my scalp. In Scan #1, the clogged pores were miraculously removed from my hair follicles! Whereas in Scan #2, you can see in the After-picture that my scalp is no longer "glistening" with oil! What an improvement!
WOW!! All the 'findings' we had in the earlier scan were solved in one treatment by Beijing 101!
I cannot imagine the great extent of my hair and scalp getting healthier and if I have more treatment sessions! That will be fabulous!
(As fabulous as Blackpink's Lisa)
If having healthier hair and scalp, while having incredible-looking hair for that classic *hair flick* is your kind of thing, Beijing 101 is offering a customised Scalp Renewal Treatment with Infrared Treatment for one person at a great deal of S$28 (Usual: S$420).
To grab this offer, call 6-5588-101 and quote "Feliza Ong".
Or simply click on this LINK to make your purchase now.
Tips from Beijing 101 on how to dry your hair the right way! Watch the video below! :)
To end this blogpost by sharing a quote I saw online - Invest in your hair, for it is the crown you never take off.
A visit to Salon De Choix means bringing new life to my hair. I depend on the skilful hands and experience of my stylist, Chester, to have healthier and luscious-looking hair for the past few years. In my latest hair session at Salon De Choix, I got my hair colored, treated and trimmed.
This is my hair just before my session – Various shades of brown fill my crown.
During my consultation session with Chester, we discussed to reduce the many shades of brown that are on my hair, while having the balayage effect nonetheless. He customised the hair dye color, adding a little of ash brown in it. Afterwhich, he and his assistant helped to apply the hair dye on my hair and left it to set in.
Washing off the har dye, while on the comfortable electronic massage chair.
Before my hair treatment, Chester added an additional step so as to better improve my hair condition. The Shu Uemura Instant Replenisher Serum was massaged into my hair, followed by steaming for better absorption through the various hair layers.
Next, the Shu Uemura hair treatment cream for freshly-colored hair was applied onto my hair and left to get it fully absorbed.
You can see the balayage effect of my hair color in this pic
The treatment cream was then washed off. Chester did a quick trim of my hair ends and fringe, and the final step of the hair session is here – BLOW OUT!
This is the final result of my hair – Healthy and silky, just the way I like and want it to be.
I love how Chester brilliantly reduced the number of brown tones in my hair, just the way I want, and just the way he said it would turn out to be!
Thank you Salon De Choix and Chester for
giving me beautiful luscious locks as always.
If you are interested to make an appointment at Salon De Choix,
mention my name 'Feliza'when you call to the salon
and get 15% discount off your total bill~
(Not applicable for promotions)
CALL TO BOOK AN APPT: +65 68362959
For more information about Salon De Choix, check out their FACEBOOKor INSTAGRAM
Salon De Choix is located at: 3 Killiney Road #01-06 Winsland House 1 Singapore 239519
