Easton Regal Hairdressing!

As you all know I work in Clerkenwell and am lucky enough to have some great shops and restaurants in the area. One that I have used in the past is Easton Regal Hairdressing. I have only ever had my nails done here before and loved them! Imarni is the girl to see, she is so skilled in her job and super quick!  Easton Regal were kind enough to invite me to their salon for a complimentary Hair Treatment and Cut.  I jumped at the chance to give my poor dry over processed hair some much needed TLC.

A little bit about Easton Regal....

Easton Regal was launched in January 2010 by passionate hairdressers Bryn Wilkins and James Kinnear who previously worked together at Trevor Sorbie for 12 years. The Building itself is huge! Housed over 3 floors the salon is spacious with perfect mood lighting and an antique decor.  Easton Regal see themselves at Ambassadors for Clerkenwell supporting the community. They work with a lot of local businesses in the area and provide great discounts to fellow businesses. They also offer a bespoke lunch menu that is delivered within ten minutes from local restaurants for the convenience of the busy professional.

One of the first things I noticed about this salon was the great customer service! Easton Regal pride themselves on this. Within minutes I felt like these girls were my friends! So warm and inviting.

 I was greeted by a lovely girl on reception and asked to take a seat whilst I waited for my stylist to come over. I was also asked if I would like a hot or cold drink. Whilst sitting on the comfy leather chairs I noticed there was a piece written and mounted on the wall about the Micro Mist Hair Treatment that I was about to try.

I was soon greeted by the lovely Hannah who asked me to take a seat in the chair so we could discuss  what she would be doing. She explained the benefits of the Micro Mist Machine advising it would be particularly benefical for my hair type as it's very dry and damaged. I was asked to join Henry at the sink to have a hairwash and treatment application. Henry kindly asked me if I would like a massage whilst having my hair shampooed. The shaitsu massage chairs are a great touch! I had the most relaxing hair wash and then Henry used what's called a Tangle Teezer on my hair which is a little gadget that combs the hair and massages the scalp at the same time- this felt incredible! Henry used shampoo and conditioner from the Kevin Murphy range using pure essential oils, plant extracts and natural antioxidants. All their hair products are sulphate and paraben free. First wash was the Maxi Detox Shampoo, this cleanses the hair and scalp. Next up was the Born Again Shampoo and Conditioning Treatment, these are mega rich and moisturising for dehydrated hair.

The Micro Mist Machine

I was sat back down and my head placed in a strange little portable contraption. The Micro Mist Machine uses the power of water to penetrate deep into the hair. It swells the hair and enhances the treatment in your hair by locking it in. This treatment is suited to hair that is damaged by sun, colour or heat and makes your hair silky, stronger and give it an amazing gloss.

The Micro Mist Treatment has many functions, the main ones being; Deep penetration of the hair, Heating which activates the molecular movement of treatment agents and water in hair whilst at the same time the heated micro mist swells the hair and enhances treatment agents permeate deep into each hair setting it in place. 

Cooled air sent from the fan draws vaporized heat and rapidly soothes the molecular movement that has been activated by heat energy. This action reinforces fixation of treatment agents to the inside of damaged hair by circulating a large quantity of mist in the hood where the temperature is excellently controlled, the entire hair evenly receives heat energy. Each hair gets a treatment effect and retains moisture, resulting in healthy and youthful hair. The Micro Mist system repairs and rejuvenates your hair, giving it strength, suppleness and a longer lasting shine.

The Cut

Hannah the Art Director from Easton Regal placed a product called Marrakesh Hair Ten Wishes in my hair and explained this is named for it's ten uses- Detangles, prevents Split Ends, Seals in hair colour, speeds drying time, controls frizz, strengthes and moisturizes hair, gives brilliant shine, shields hair from sun and damage and protects against heat damage. She then smoothered my hair in Schwarzkopf Silhouette Flexible Hold Mousse and Hairspray assuring me she wouldn't usually use this much if it were an ordinary mousse but as this one is easily brushed out and doesn't leave a sticky residue it is perfect to use for building volume. She then set to work on blow drying my hair in the opposite direction to where you would normally as this gives more body! She finished my hair with a little Schwarzkopf Bonacure Rescue Repair Sealed Ends which tames flyaway hair and mends and prevents split ends.

The End Result

I was really happy with my blow-dry. Hannah managed to create so much volume with my hair and it looked in such good shape after the cut. My hair felt so glossy and even after a few washes my hair feels silkier than normal thanks to the Micro- Mist Treatment. I would highly recommend this treatment! I've managed to secure a 20% discount off hair cuts and colour at Easton Regal if you quote "Annabellz Attic" when making an appointment until the end of March 2013 so come on guys get booking for that amazing salon experience! Check out their website here for prices. You won't be disappointed! x