MANILA, Philippines - Sun, saltwater, wind and chlorine all assault hair, affecting the cuticle and raising the hair’s scales. Weakened hair looks bleached and becomes dry, rough, brittle and difficult to style.
Phytoplage treatments maintain hair’s health and beauty by preventing damage with sunscreens and repairing with moisturizers and restorers.
Sun Oil
What it does: Protects hair and prevents dehydration, preserves color. Hair becomes supple and shiny.
Active ingredients: Sun filters and anti-UVB polymers to protect hair; olive wax to nourish; essential oils of sage, rosemary and calendula to moisturize and soften; and castor oil to deliver shine.
Protective
Sun Veil
What it does: This fragrant, non-greasy product provides hair with a light, invisible screen from the elements. You can also use it to style hair at the beach or on the town.
Active ingredients: Sunscreens and sunflower to protect; white lotus extract to maintain moisture; sweet almond for softness, volume and shine; and emollient Illipe butter to combat dryness.
Moisturizing Hair And Body Wash
What it does: This multi-tasker washes off saltwater, chlorine and sticky suncare products; detangles, restores, hydrates and softens hair and skin.
Active ingredients: Revitalizing bamboo marrow extract; anti-dryness candlenut oil; moisturizing wood-derived cellulose; and gently cleansing coconut oil.
Moisturizing After-Sun Styling Gel
What it does: This weightless moisturizer styles, hydrates and coats hair weakened by sun exposure. Plus it’s non-greasy and easily brushes out.
Active ingredients: Matricaria flower and mucilage to restore lost moisture to the hair fiber; ferula extract to smooth hair scales.
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Phyto is available at Rustan’s Essenses.