SCHWARZKOPF, in cooperation with Bruno?s barbershop Greenbelt, recently invited me to experience their 35-minute Ionic Hair Treatment for permed, colored, rebonded and damaged hair.

The hair and scalp are analyzed to determine which treatment to use. My stylist, Greta, chose Color Save to repair my stiff, tangled strands and extend the life of my hair color. My brother?s barber, Boyet, chose Q10 Time Restore for his fragile hair. Those with dry hair and scalp used Moisture Kick treatment. After the solution is applied on one?s hair, the BC Mist Hair Therapy machine was placed to open up the hair cuticle and allow treatment to penetrate every strand. The hair cuticle was resealed while negative ions eliminated bad microorganisms that cause the unpleasant smell of hair and scalp. The treatment also aids in blood circulation. It makes the hair shine, become soft and tangle-free. Both our scalps were odor-free and less oily for a couple of days with less falling hair.

Bruno?s barbershop now offers salon services like makeup, blow-dry, eyebrow shaping, threading and manicure-pedicure. The shoulder and back massages are particularly effective at relieving pain one gets from carrying heavy bags and crouching on a computer all day. Call Bruno?s Greenbelt at 8405299 or visit www.brunosbarbers.com.

Facial massage

Swing by Shiseido boutique at Greenbelt 5 and avail of its Shiseido Rx Facial Massage. The aesthetician will determine the type of facial you need based on your age or immediate concern.

The products are all from their skincare line: 1. Pureness is for oily, acne-prone skin and makes pores look smaller. It does not have extractions though, so nothing much can be done with your pimples. But blackheads and whiteheads can be sucked out by the face vacuum. 2. Skincare provides intense hydration and helps prevent premature aging and stress. 3. Benefiance is formulated with Chlorella for wrinkle-resistant skin. It is usually requested by those in their 30s and mid-40s and those with parched skin with visible wrinkles. 4. White Lucent targets spots, freckles and superficial pigmentation. 5. Revital fights the three D?s of aging: deep wrinkles, dark spots and sagging skin.

Every facial has double cleansing formula, steamer to open pores, vacuum to suck out comedones and impurities, facial massage to improve circulation. Prices: P1,600 and P1,900.