Spread the Dove

CEBU, Philippines - If there’s one part of my body apart from my skin that I’m totally OC about, I’d have to say that it’s my hair. Believe me, I stress about my tresses the same way I stress about my term papers in class. I believe there is just something about soft, shiny, tresses that’s a come on. Not to mention that great hair naturally gives you that unequivocal shot of confidence you need regardless of what outfit to choose.

I believe this is something I was able to inherit from my mom who, despite having classy short bobs for the longest time, is also very particular about hair care.

The reason is simple, really. When you want a makeover, when you want to look good, the first thing you think about is not that new shade of lipstick or that new outfit or pair of heels. The first thing that crosses your mind when a new look is in question is how you will wear your hair. If anything, our hair can change the way we look in an instant. Long, soft wavy tresses can make one look sultry and sexy in an instant. A short, edgy bob can give you a rough androgynous vibe, while long, straight hair can give off a sleek and classy feel. On the flip side, frizzy, damaged hair can make you, well, look damaged.

Having been stressing over my tresses since time immemorial, I’ve come across so many hair care products to date that I’ve lost count. Suffice to say, my search finally came to an end from one of my all-time favorite brands, Dove.

Yes, it’s true. Dove Damage Therapy is finally on Philippine shores and that’s about one of the best pieces of news I’ve ever heard of since the time immemorial. My favorite from among the entire range is its Intense Repair variant which is perfect for girls who love to play with different hairstyles, treatments, and ‘dos. This is perhaps the variant to call on for intensive treatment to damaged hair and believe me, the secret to this baby is to leave it on your hair for a few minutes before washing it off and you’re on your way to hair that’s given a new lease on life. 

Here are my favorite picks from the Dove Damage Therapy range:

1.Dove Daily Treatment Conditioner

When to use: Daily

How long to leave on your hair: 3-5 minutes for best results

Consider this your next generation conditioner that volts in the power of a regular conditioner and that of a treatment mask. It’s a dual-phase treatment that intensively breathes back life into dry, rough, and frizzy hair. I already traded in my regular conditioner for this baby and it doesn’t disappoint at all. after combing it through my strands (no roots, please) and leaving it on for a good three to five minutes while a lathered on Dove body wash (yes, I am a total Dove baby), I could feel my strands were smoother and softer after washing it off. You can skip the blow-drying phase already and let your hair just air dry. The results will be amazing as your comb will simply just slide through those strands. Consider this major hair pampering at its best.

2.Dove Treatment Mask

When to use: Weekly

How long to leave on your hair: 3-5 minutes for best results

Never underestimate the power of treatment masks. It can be very powerful if you’re seriously considering to give your hair a much needed boost from all the towel drying, blow drying, and other damaging styling habits apart from the intense sun exposure you subject your crowning glory to on a daily basis. The best thing about the treatment mask? It repair from the inside while protecting the hair from the outside. Leave it on your hair for a few minutes post shampoo or post conditioner. You’ll have well-behaved, shiny strands the entire day.

3.Dove Overnight Treatment

When to use: three times weekly for best results

How long to leave on your hair: overnight

Remember when they told you that our brain needs at least 8 hours of rest to make sure every neuron is rejuvenated? Well, roughly the same principle applies to our hair but with the help of overnight treatment. The secret here lies in its ability to recharge the hair and replenish the protein that has been lost after all that styling and sun exposure. It only takes 8 hours or a good night’s sleep to start getting your hair back in tip top shape once more. The best thing about this apart from tis light, floral scent is that unlike other overnight treatments, it leaves no marks on your pillow.

4.Dove Serum

When to use: Daily

How long to leave on your hair: whole day

This is my mom’s top pick as it leaves hair frizz-free without the added grease and shine that other products are known for. You don’t have to leave a dollop on your hair just to reap the benefits of frizz-free hair. All you need is a few drops.

Suffice to say, I’ve head over heels in dove with this latest discovery. And yes, I’m spreading the Dove! (FREEMAN)