Got a new look and I’m lovin’ it.

I was itching to go to the salon earlier this week. It’s been ages since I’ve last visited Freshaire in Festival Mall, Alabang.

For years, I vouch for their best service and cheap rates. Although I have been blessed with fine and straight hair, I pay them a visit occasionally for straightening with cellophane. Cheaper than hair rebonding with the same result.

Now, I don’t have any idea on what to do with my hair since I just had a trim about two months ago. As to what service to avail for my hair, I have yet to decide until I encountered the magic word “digi perm“. Huh?!

Digital perming or digi perm or “hot” perming is a curling technique that originated in Japan.  It uses hot rods connected to a machine to regulate the temperature. Contrary to the traditional perm or cold perming, digi perm uses a different solution plus heat. Big curls, beach waves, luscious locks are best achieved with this kind of technique.

It started in Korea and was copyrighted in Japan. Now, who’s jealous over those cute Korean girls on facebook?

Since I’ve grown my hair to almost waist length, I don’t have the patience to use the curling iron anymore and I’m abstaining my way from any damaging products that will cause a panic to my crowning glory.

But digi perm, I can’t resist. Thanks to Mr. Gijin Shin of Beauty Brick Hair Art Studio.

BeautyBrick is located at Unit 103, 122 Dona Consolacion Bldg., Jupiter Street, Bel-Air, Makati, Philippines. This hip salon is owned by professional Korean Hair Stylist, Mr. Gijin Shin. He’s not well versed in English so he speaks Japanese to communicate with his Filipina assistant. His staff are all Filipinos and hands down to their service. I’d rate them 10/10 for being so accommodating and friendly. They even offered coffee and tea for mister and me.

The process took 3 hours. I guess it depends on how unruly or thick the hair is. Mine seemed to be on best behavior this time and cooperates well. I remember when it was still a virgin, confined from all the chemicals, the solution won’t settle easily unto my hair strands.

From my research most salons in Manila that offer digital perming are owned by Koreans. It is up to you to research well on it’s feedback. Prices range from 1,500 to a hefty 9,000 pesos.

A good hairstylist would offer to evaluate your hair. The strong solution might only damage a coarse hair, so it is best to communicate your concerns before getting into the hot seat.

The package includes a hair cut, keratin treatment and digital perming.

Channeling into Medusa

That’s me, all wired up. It looks scary at first being wired to a machine, but the end result is worth it. They used medium rods to achieve the natural looking waves.

I heard celebrities frequent here. Former Mayor Lito Atienza even came around to attend to someone seated beside me.

That’s Mr. Shin, groovy and all. To the right is the post picture, at home.

I like that my hair don’t smell like the usual solution used in normal perm. I just hope I could keep it up even on my wash and wear attitude.

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I am stil under the spell of those fab feather headbands I featured last time, and like any girls, I’m lusting for more styles. I just stumbled upon a video from DulceCandy87 where she featured the different ways to wear those feather accessory, guaranteed perfect for a back to school hairstyle.

Jessica Alba and Drew Barrymore are just two of those celebrities sported wearing the same feather headbands from Foxy Lock Extensions. Check out why it is the latest craze here:

When Blair Waldorf brought forward the return of headbands / hair bands aka  Blair Bands in the fashion scene, everyone have gone gaga over the hot hair accessory must have. Owning one of those adorable piece is like channeling into an upper east sider instantly. True enough, stone encrusted headbands, feather and vintage inspired head wraps are making its way from magazines to runways.

Amazingly, this headband trend has taken into a more competitive and chic market. Here are some styles to check out this season. I know you’ll love them…

Jennifer Behr Collection

These head wraps are just some of Jennifer Behr’s seductive masterpiece. You can view her entire collection at her website. Look gorgeous ala Leighton Meester aka Blair where she dazzled through Gossip Girl series. Celebrity sightings include Katy Perry, Kim Kardashian, Nicole Richie and Natalie Portman sporting some of the gorgeous headpieces.

FeatherBrain on Etsy showcases handmade feather headbands collection. Choose the right color and style that matches your personality with a wide variety of headpieces that are made of natural guinea, pheasant, and ostrich feathers. Wear it in style with your curled locks or up do.

Another great shop to check out for feather collection is NevaPlume. With interesting vintage style, everyone can find the right embellishment for any outfit.

Tale has it that you’ll be a fairy for a day or at least if you grab something from which.goose on etsy. The enchanting collection shouts sweetness, glamour and romance. The lady in despair no more, your mane is just gorgeous.

Well, what are you waiting for? Head on to any of those sites and give your crowning glory a treat. They will forever be shining for sure with those lovely headbands.

When I was searching over the net on which do will match my wedding gown, I came across this cool video from youtube. Surely a cash-saving tutorial on how to steal the red-carpet hairstyle of icon, Jessica Alba.

Enjoy ladies!