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Post by Missi on Aug 20, 2006 6:31:04 GMT 7
I got this idea from OberG when he asked what to bring, I started to reply with stuff, then thought it would be better over here.
Shampoo's Conditioners I've found in almost every store in China (for under 20RMB) Herbal Essences Pantene Pro-V Vidal Sasoon Head and Shoulders
Sampoo's and Conditioners found in Metro, Watson's (along with the above) Salon Selectives (smells like apples!) Outrageous Citre Shine Finesse Watson's line of hair products are like the Walmart line
Slowly hair gel's hairsprays are making an entrance (brands) Del Pantene Vidal Sasoon Citre Shine
I have seen some Bed Head products in some fo the larger hair shops in the bigger cities throughout China.
There are lots of Chiense brands of hairsprays and gels, but I find it dries out my hair too much to use.
Ladies, (and gentlemen with beautiful long locks of hair) clips, elastics, barrets can be found here at a pretty cheap cost. Very rarely you will find anything in one solid colour. I find the Chinese hair elastics the rubber shows through and only lasts for a day or so. I would suggest bring lots of hair elastics.
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Post by Missi on Aug 20, 2006 8:11:49 GMT 7
I also forgot to mention that there are a few new shops opening up around China, that sell hair products, face products. Currently my favourite is Lustre (they say they are from Oz, but no one has heard of it) and Camenae, Camenae has hair repair (almond) shampoo and conditioner, but the price is 99RMB for a bottle.
Both of these places sell body soap and body washes in amazing scents.
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Post by ObertonGluek on Aug 20, 2006 8:39:17 GMT 7
Great thred, thanks once again mademoiselle Missi!
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Post by Raoul Duke on Sept 7, 2006 16:00:17 GMT 7
I recommend a commonly-found shampoo called "Feather". It has a touch of peppermint oil in it and is very cooling in the summer.
In the winter when the heaters come on I like a conditioning shampoo called "Slek". There are several formulas available; I like the one in the pinkish-red bottle.
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Post by Missi on Sept 7, 2006 17:20:36 GMT 7
There is a new product from Japan that is quite nice. Its called "Smooth and Silk". Its made (from what I could understand) out of olives. They have hair masks (they are nice, but not to be used on thin hair unless you like the REAL flat hair look)
Raoul, does the "feather" line have conditioners? Imagine, hair that smells like candycanes!!!
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Post by Raoul Duke on Sept 7, 2006 18:16:50 GMT 7
Missi, I think they do. I've seen other bottles from them but didn't pay them much attention. I use Feather shampoo in the summer, when moisture is definitely not a problem...
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Post by Raoul Duke on Sept 7, 2006 18:22:22 GMT 7
By the way, if you like peppermint, in Western countries check your local health-food stores for "Dr. Bronner's Peppermint Soap". It's liquid castile soap with a BIG dollop of peppermint oil...powerful stuff indeed that you have to be careful using around yer personal membrane areas. It'll DEFINITELY cool you down quick! The best part, though, is the bottle label. This stuff is produced by some obscure yet rabid little religious cult, and the label is simply crawling with amazing weirdness in tiny, tiny print. It and a magnifying glass will keep you gasping with mirth and/or amazement for hours!
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Post by Missi on Sept 8, 2006 6:45:36 GMT 7
I just really like the smell of candycanes.
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Post by George61 on Sept 8, 2006 6:58:32 GMT 7
Shampoo is a more-than-adequate substitute for shaving cream, too. You can shave while washing your hair!! I'm a total miser when it comes to buying cosmetic stuff。
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Post by Raoul Duke on Sept 8, 2006 17:29:17 GMT 7
Which, in your case, is perfectly understandable.
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Post by Mr Nobody on Sept 8, 2006 17:31:45 GMT 7
Is this cause and effect?
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Post by George61 on Sept 8, 2006 17:36:44 GMT 7
Which, in your case, is perfectly understandable. Of course! One can't improve on perfection!!
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Post by Mr Nobody on Sept 8, 2006 18:43:35 GMT 7
Damn! You just shot down the whole theory that there is life on Earth.
Back to square one.
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Post by Missi on Sept 9, 2006 7:25:07 GMT 7
George, try conditioner instead of shampoo. Softer skin
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Post by George61 on Sept 9, 2006 8:59:05 GMT 7
I thought of that, but the label says to leave it on for 2 or 3 minutes. Haven't got the patience!!
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Post by Dragonsaver on Sept 9, 2006 9:18:12 GMT 7
I thought of that, but the label says to leave it on for 2 or 3 minutes. Haven't got the patience!! George, when I wash my hair I do it first, then I put on the conditioner, then I wash the rest of me. When I finish washing 'me' the conditioner has been on long enough. Try that approach George then your patience won't be a factor
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Post by George61 on Sept 9, 2006 9:22:59 GMT 7
So, youre saying if I wash my hair, put the conditioner on, then wash the rest of me, then shave, the conditioner has been on long enough? I will try that, but it will mean drastic changes to my usual routine....and a more expensive hot water bill!!!
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Post by Dragonsaver on Sept 9, 2006 9:40:18 GMT 7
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Post by Missi on Sept 10, 2006 5:58:40 GMT 7
Conditioner doesn't have to stay on for 2 to 3 minutes if you are shaving. If you shave regulary, you can slap the conditioner on and shave a few seconds later.
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Post by George61 on Sept 10, 2006 7:01:30 GMT 7
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