J.F. Lazartigue: Ultra-Shine Orchid Scented Shampoo

For my first J.F. Lazartigue review I am going to talk about the Ultra-Shine Orchid Scented Shampoo.

                       *This product was sent to me for review. All opinions are my own.*

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What Is It?  

J.F. Lazartigue Ultra-Shine Orchid Scented Shampoo

How Much Is It?  

$25.00 for 6.80 fl oz

What does it do? 

According to the website, it is a shampoo that is recommended for dull hair that removes all impurities and limescale that dull the hair.

How Does It Work?  

It's active agents and enhancers are associated with a derivative of Castor Oil. They smooth the hair scales and reflect light which accentuates the natural shine of your hair. The shampoo's soft cleansing base is gentle enough to be used daily. The results are hair that is incredibly shiny, soft and silky. Best of all your hair will be delicately scented with the sensual orchid scent.

How Do I Use It?  

Apply a small amount to wet hair. Massage gently then rinse. Repeat with a second application and rinse thoroughly.   

Where Can I Buy It?

J.F. Lazartigue's website!

It takes a lot to wow me with a shampoo. In my eyes shampoo is pretty boring, and really does not contribute to how healthy my hair is since it is on my hair for only a minute or so. After using J.F. Lazartigue's Ultra-Shine Orchid Scented Shampoo I have changed my tune. 

Housed inside the gorgeous pink and white bottle you see in the above picture is without a doubt the most luxurious shampoo I have ever used! The bottle is a decent size and considering you only need to use the smallest amount, it should last me for quite some time. I was a little hesitant about doing the whole apply, rinse, and repeat thing. It seems like every shampoo suggests applying twice and it always seemed so pointless and wasteful to me. But in the spirit of the review I decided to use this shampoo as directed and I was pretty amazed with the results. During the first application there were some suds but nothing like the cushiony, bubbly mass that I have experienced with other shampoos. After rinsing, my hair felt clean but I decided to forge on with application number two. The bubbles increased and the lather felt similar to what I have grown used to with other shampoos. After rinsing a second time, my hair felt even more clean. Squeaky clean. My theory is that the first application works out any gunk and oil that is clinging to your hair. Then, since all of the yuck is off of your hair, the second application can really get in there and ensure that your hair is clean.

My results were fantastic! Since my hair is so super fine I didn't use conditioner but my hair felt soft and hydrated. It was fluffy in a really good way, so super shiny, and OH MY....the orchid smell of the shampoo is out of this world! My hair smelled so lovely ALL DAY. I seriously could not stop smelling my hair! 

Now look, I get it. $25 for shampoo is not cheap. I would look at this shampoo as an indulgence. If you have the means to use it daily and make it your go-to shampoo that's awesome. But, if you are like me, buy it and use it to treat yourself. On a bad day you can simply bust it out, hop in the shower and hop out feeling gorgeous and revived. It's GOOD STUFF. I highly recommend it!

J.F. Lazartigue

Hi Guys!

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Who here has heard of J.F. Lazartigue? My guess would be only a few. Personally, I wasn't familiar with the brand until a few years ago. But don't worry. I am going to introduce you to Mr. Lazartigue and his AMAZING collection of hair care products. Prepare to be WOWED!

Let's talk about the handsome man behind the brand.

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"As a hair care specialist, to give your hair vitality and vigor by offering specific care depending on their nature, that is what I aim to pursue since the creation of my brand."

-J.F. Lazartigue, hair care specialist

J.F. Lazartigue is kinda a big deal in France. He was always interested in hairdressing techniques and the health of hair, so naturally Mr. Lazartigue pursed a career in helping people achieve the hair of their dreams. In December 1963, J.F. Lazartigue opened the doors of his first salon in "Rue de Courcelles" in Paris France. By 1972 his salon had become famous for taming the most stubborn Parisian manes. Today, it is still beloved by French editors and J.F. Lazartigue's devoted clients.

The product collection is a result of J.F. Lazartigue's passion for hair and drive to solve the biggest hair woes of his clients. In 1976, the J.F. Lazartigue hair care collection was born and was instantly successful. The products are Paraben Free, contain decadent ingredients and were the first to incorporate ingredients that are found in skin care products (AHA, collagen, vitamins) into hair care products. Mr. Lazartigue's philosophy is to select the best available ingredients and use them in the highest concentrations. So go big or go home basically.

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The collection is extensive and contains products to address every unique hair type, problem and desire imaginable. While you can purchase the products at a bunch of different brick and mortar stores, (use the store locator to find a location near you) the easiest place to purchase is on the J.F. Lazartigue website. For those who don't know where to start when deciding what to purchase, there is a handy "Personalized Prescription" questionnaire located at the bottom of the website that will help get you started on your journey to perfect hair. Or if you live in New York City you can pop into their Hair Analysis Center and Showroom located at 570 Lexington Ave, Suite 1600 (between 50th and 51st) to receive a FREE (!!!) hair and scalp analysis. The folks there will help you figure out (scientifically of course) which products will help you get the hair of your dreams. Plus, you will get to take home samples of the recommended products to see for yourself how truly magical they are. Oh whoops! Did I say pop in? I meant call and make an appointment. 1-800-359-9345

J.F. Lazartigue sent me a few products to try out, and I couldn't be more excited to share them with you! I am going to break the reviews out into three separate posts so that you won't have to sit through one lengthy post. Who has time for that? So stay tuned sweet readers. There will be more to come!

In the meantime, please check out and follow J.F. Lazartigue on Facebook, YouTube and Twitter. For some reason I am having an issue linking to Twitter so you can find them by searching for their Twitter handle @jflazartigueUSA

J.F. Lazartigue Soy Milk Strengthening Mask for Fine Hair

Yes! Another usual no-no for fine hair....the treatment mask. And yes, another hair product that I buy with high hopes only to be let down time and time again. But as always, J.f. Lazartigue has my back and truly delivers excellence with this decadent but lightweight strengthening mask. 

                          *This product was sent to me for review. All opinions are my own.*

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What Is It?

J.F. Lazartigue Soy Milk Strengthening Mask for Fine Hair

How Much Is It?

$47.00 for 5.07 fl oz

How Does It Work?

This deep treatment mask is specifically formulated for dry, delicate and fine hair. It restores strength, vitality, density and volume. Red Algae coats and protects hair from further damage. Soybean Oil and Soy Milk active molecules moisturize and infuse hair with volume, giving it long lasting body. 

How Do I Use It?

Apply the cream to the most damaged part of hair BEFORE shampooing. Massage in well and leave on for 10-30 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. 

Where Can I Buy It?

The J.F. Lazartigue website!

I have to admit, the first time I used the mask I skimmed over the directions pretty quickly and missed the part about applying it to dry hair BEFORE shampooing. So I shampooed (with JFL's divine orchid scented shampoo of course) then applied to wet hair (from roots to ends despite recommended use) and let it hang out for 10 minutes. While I was rinsing I immediately noticed a difference in how my hair felt. It definitely felt fuller. I thought I was imagining things though. But oh man, after blow drying my hair was still super full. All bouncy and FULL OF VOLUME. I did a happy dance and maybe sang a song into my hairbrush in front of my mirror while flipping my hair around. The Soy Milk Strengthening Mask is seriously a beauty blessing and one that I will continue to use for a very long time. 

I totally recommend this!

J.F. Lazartigue Soy Milk Strengthening Serum for Fine Hair

Let's talk about J.F. Lazartigue's Soy Milk Strengthening Serum for Fine Hair!

*This product was sent to me for review. All opinions are my own.*

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What Is It? 

J.F. Lazartigue Soy Milk Strengthening Serum for Fine Hair

How Much Is It?

$42.00 for 1 fl oz

How Does It Work?

The Soy Milk leave-in serum nourishes dry strands and strengthens split ends without weighing hair down. The non-oily formulation smooths down the scales of the hair shaft, leaving your locks soft, silky and bouncy all day long. 

How Do I Use It?

The serum can be applied as often as you wish after blow drying. Recommended for use on the ends of hair.

Where Can I Buy It?

J.F. Lazartigue's website!

Uh.... yes. My title is correct. Serum for FINE HAIR! Um what's that you say? Impossible? Fine hair hates serums? It always ends up looking flat and weighed down? Okay, whatever. I will admit that I used to think this way as well. My hair HATES serums. I love them though and have always had such high hopes for them. But any hopes were quickly lost after glancing in the mirror at my slick strands. I have never seen or heard of a serum made specifically for fine hair. When I received this fancy little glass bottle I was intrigued and excited but didn't expect miracles. But you guys, J.F. Lazartigue did not let me down. The Soy Milk Strengthening Serum is pretty awesome! 

It is very liquidy and smells so good. Very light and fresh. I have applied it to wet hair before blow drying and it made my hair really soft and very full. I have also applied it to dry hair and the serum smoothed my hair without weighing it down. I should also note that I applied it all over my hair and not just on the ends as recommended. It is an excellent mid-day fix for lifeless hair. I can see me using every last drop of this miracle serum and then rushing to buy more. I'm hooked and cannot live without it now! 

Highly recommended for my fine hair readers!

New York City facials - at Tres Belle Petite Spa

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VELIXA

The art of facial enhancement

New York City facials - at Tres Belle Petite Spa

Unveil the most beautiful you by nurturing your skin with rejuvenating treatments from Velixa skincare. There unique product line blends advanced anti-aging technology with powerful antioxidants, peptides and luscious plant nectars. Velixa is available in five-star luxury spas and hotels. The latest spa to carry this luxury line is Tres Belle Petite Spa in trendy Boerum Hill Brooklyn, New York. The spa has been voted the best laser hair removal annually since 2006. 

Some other treatments include the latest in IPL Photofacial, Vi Peel non-surgical facelift, Micro-current and PCA Skin treatments. They're known as the inside/out beauty and wellness experts offering an extensive menu of facial and body treatment options to fit every need with kindness and care.

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Tres Belle's Velixa facials will restore, revive and replenish your skin. You can also purchase Velixa's treatment products for at-home use. One of the most popular Velixa products is “the Day Correction Cream”. This advanced formula will visibly reduce pore size, tighten the skin and moisturize for 12 hours. It also contains a potent antioxidant - Resveratrol derived from red wine grapes. This powerful antioxidant has been shown to have greater anti-aging benefits than that of topical vitamin E and C. This formula, with continued use, will visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines and even out skin tone for a younger, healthier looking complexion. Another popular Velixa product is the "Eye Enhance." This soothing formula with cucumber extract releases advanced peptides to help reduce free radical damage and support collagen synthesis. Along with reducing the puffiness associated with dry skin, aging and lack of sleep, the feel of this formula is incredibly smooth and silky.

For more information, please contact Tres Belle Petite Spa  at (718) 797-0033 - 105 Bond St, Brooklyn, NY 11217 or visit their website at www.tresbellespa.com/

For more information on Velixa, you can visit their website at www.velixa.com