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.
Redken Volume Injection — when to choose it over Sebastian or Kérastase
Redken's Volume Injection is one of the most-bought volume systems in pro salons. Here's when we reach for it instead of Sebastian Volupt or a Kérastase alternative.
Redken vs Kérastase — which actually repairs damaged hair?
Both brands claim bond repair. Only one product family is in our actual salon kit. Here's the honest comparison.