The Journal
Hair tips, salon stories and Wanaka life — straight from the team.
Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate vs Olaplex — A Working Stylist's Honest Comparison
The two biggest bond-repair systems in haircare go head to head. We use both in the salon. Here is which one wins for which client, with no brand loyalty involved.
Redken Invisible vs Sebastian Dynamic+ — the only two dry shampoos we keep in stock
Most dry shampoos are talc and regret. These two aren't. A working Wanaka stylist on the only dry shampoos worth buying in NZ in 2026.
Kérastase Bain Satin vs Bain Satin Riche — pick the right one for your hair density
Same range, almost the same name, very different jobs. Here's how we decide between Kérastase Bain Satin and Bain Satin Riche for clients in the salon.