Katy Noon is a communications officer for Manchester Social Services
When I was asked to try a new range of Wella hair products two contrasting images came to mind. The first 'seventies home perms. The second the trendy colour ranges my hairdresser uses. With these polar opposites in my head, I didn't know what to expect.
My first impression of the Vivality range was favourable. The packaging is simple but appealing. The bright orangey-yellow is eyecatching and would certainly have drawn my attention on shelf.
I was surprised to see that the shampoo pack size was larger than the conditioner (250 ml v 200 ml) as, with long hair, I use twice as much conditioner by volume as shampoo. Even interspersed with regular treatments, I'd have to buy far more bottles of conditioner.
I wash my hair most days and usually use a combination of products by Pantene, Nicky Clarke and TiGi. I use styling products designed for curly hair. My long hair can get very dry at the ends and, if I don't keep an eye on it, I find myself with a head of frizz instead of curl. I also have my roots tinted regularly to hide the creeping grey.
I was advised to try Vivality Colour Shine and Care shampoo and conditioner and Intensive Colour Shine and Care mask.
I found the products pleasant to use as the bottles are easy to handle and the products smell nice. The shampoo cleanses thoroughly and the conditioner and treatment rinse out easily.
I have to say, though, that I think my hair could really do with a richer shampoo and a heavier conditioner designed for dry hair, but, to be fair, the recommendations were given over the phone and e-mail, without anyone actually seeing my hair. Apparently the range includes 15 products, so I expect that there are others that would suit my hair type better.
Although I won't be running to buy the Vivality range regularly, this is mainly because I am pretty happy with my usual products. I could see myself buying the products occasionally as they seem good value for money.
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