Schwarzkopf – BC Fibre Force Hairtherapy System

Some products can be total game-changers, but I’m getting ahead of myself …

When I first received this chain-wrapped box, I wasn’t sure what to make of it, but thoughts of calling the bomb squad crossed my mind. Imagine my surprise to find that it contained a revolutionary new hair care system by Schwarzkopf – and not a moment too soon, as my hair has been in desperate need of some major TLC, especially after an entire Summer spent beach-side (with plenty of SPF – ALWAYS).

It’s not just skin that shows the effects of time but hair as well – I can vouch for that, personally. Here’s the thing: I’ve been blessed with what you’d call good hair genes — individually thin strands but masses of them, healthy, and ridiculously quick-growing. Then about 5 years ago, I noticed that A) my hair stopped growing as fast as it used to, B) I was shedding more than a roomful of Angora cats, and C) the ends began to show major split ends and felt so wispy they were practically razor-sharp. Not ready for a radically short “do”, I was hoping that this new BC Fibre Force Hairtherapy System would be the answer to my prayers — but to say I was skeptical, would be an understatement.

HOLY *&%$ !!!

I accepted the challenge of testing these products out and after 4 weeks of use, I am completely blown away. Hell, I was blown away at the 2 week mark, but I wanted to be thorough. Even if you don’t have any issues with your locks, you NEED to read this, my lovelies.

*GIVEAWAY: make sure to check out the details at the end of this post to learn how 1 lucky person can win the entire BC Fibre Force Hairtherapy Set shown here!

Schwarzkopf – BC Fibre Force Hairtherapy System

According to the company, this innovative new line aims to do for your hair what a 4 – 10 (figuratively, ok?) week spa retreat would do for your soul: heal and repair. With its high concentration of keratins, these products will:

“… allow even the most damaged hair to be strengthened and restored to an optimal level of force and resilience by penetrating deeply to fortify hair structure. The results of this intensive care? Hair feels reborn with 100% more strength and up to 95% less breakage.

For the first time the formulas with Micronized Hair-Identical Keratins penetrate deeply into the hair architecture to re-cement specifically the Cell-Membrane-Complex, the intercellular bonding cement responsible for strong and resilient hair fibre”

The beauty of this system is that you can start this process in-salon and then continue at home with these four key products. Suitable for all hair types and structures, once you’ve completed the regimen, you can confidently go back to your regular routine of colouring and/or heat styling, knowing that your tresses are fully fortified & protected.

BC Fibre Force Shampoo (CAN $15.95/200 ml) – Coming in a squeeze tube with a flip-top cap, this creamy white shampoo is quite concentrated, although you do need to have your hair thoroughly wet for it to lather properly. I like giving myself 2 shampoos and since my hair is on the long side, this one tube will give me max 5 weeks +/- worth of shampoos, washing every second day (I’m close to that figure now). After rinsing the shampoo out, my hair felt soft & not squeaky-like, as if stripped of moisture. After the second week of using this regimen, I swear my hair actually felt thicker EVEN WHILE SOAKING WET. Sign #1 that something was definitely working.

BC Fibre Force Conditioner (CAN $16.95/150 ml) – A matching squeeze tube with a flip-top cap as well as a similar white creamy texture to the shampoo, I always apply conditioner after my last shampoo and like leaving it on while I complete the rest of my shower (washing my body, shaving, facial cleansing), rinsing it out as a last step – thereby giving it plenty of time to penetrate fully. After rinsing, my hair felt incredibly smooth already, with no obvious residue. Both products are lightly & pleasantly scented, although I can’t place my finger on what that fragrance is — all I can say, is that it reminds me of the way my hair smells when I go to the salon (you know; kind of pampered & expensive shrugs). I like the fact that it’s not overpowering, and yet I can still get hints of it with my hair’s movement.

Schwarzkopf – BC Fibre Force Shampoo (ingredients list)

Schwarzkopf – BC Fibre Force Conditioner (ingredients list)

BC Fibre Force Spray Conditioner (CAN $16.95/150 ml) – a clear liquid dispensed as a fine mist through the sprayer nozzle, this product is meant to be applied on towel-dried hair with the intention of A) detangling and B) acting as a leave-in conditioner, basically eliminating the need for any further products. As I said earlier, my hair is long and even though I colour-process it a pale champagne blonde, it remains both oily (its natural state) and slightly dry on the ends due to colouring. Applying this spray, I was able to comb out my hair with total ease from the very first use and after about the 3rd time of using it, I realized that I had significantly fewer fly-aways (as in 90% fewer), while my hair appeared really shiny (hard to manage with a colour as light as mine that seems to absorb rather than reflect light), but the biggest surprise was in noticing that my split ends seemed relatively … gone. Sign #2 that something was working.

Note: I don’t recommend spraying this conditioner too close to the root area, especially if you have oily type hair, as it could weigh it down and actually make it feel a touch greasy. Instead, concentrate more along the mid-shaft to the ends, then use your detangling brush and/or comb to work any excess throughout the rest of your hair.

Schwarzkopf – BC Fibre Force Spray Conditioner (ingredients list)

BC Fibre Force Fortifying Treatment (CAN $25.95/150 ml) – with its jelly-like texture, this treatment cream is meant to deeply penetrate & strengthen, regenerating hair’s inner structure. In the 4 weeks of using this regimen, I actually used this Treatment twice – any more would have been totally superfluous for me, especially since I don’t have seriously damaged hair. After towel drying my hair, I would leave this on for about 10 minutes, then rinsed it out thoroughly (NOTE: On the days I would be using the Treatment, I opted out of applying the Conditioner). Immediately after that, the main thing you notice is how insanely SILKY your hair feels. What I particularly noted, especially after 4 weeks of using this regimen? Significantly less breakage and shedding. Sign #3 that something was working.

NOTE: If you watched the above video, you would have noticed the meticulous way the technician applied this Treatment to the model’s hair; I did not do it that way, but instead opted to work the product through my strands using my fingers & taking my time. Worked for me.

Schwarzkopf – BC Fibre Force Fortifying Treatment

Schwarzkopf – BC Fibre Force Fortifying Treatment (ingredients list)

This BC Fibre Force Hairtherapy system is a hair life saver. Or better yet, hair “resurrector” as it seemed to take my strands from waning away, to glorious health. If you have fine and/or thin hair, you NEED this. If you have insanely curly/kinky hair, you NEED this. If you have overly processed hair, you NEED this. If you have super dry/parched hair, you NEED this. I don’t have any of that, and I still benefited from this regimen; I feel like my locks have been given a major boost, and since the Fibre Force system is meant to be used periodically to help restore hair to its optimum best, you don’t have to worry about making a major investment financially, although let’s face it … your hair is SO worth it!

GIVEAWAY

Entrants must be Canadian (or provide a Canadian shipping address) and 18 years of age & older to be eligible (only 1 entry per person please).

What you need to do: send an email to ommorphiagiveaway@gmail.com with “BC Fibre Force Contest” in the subject line, as well as provide full contact details in the body of the email (name, address & phone number – please note that ALL information will be kept strictly confidential). The contest will run from November 25th, 2013 – until December 2nd, 2013 – 11:00 pm EST, after which time one (1) winner will be selected and notified via email. The winner will then have 24 hours to respond to the email, failing which another name shall be drawn.

Failure to comply to the above rules will result in an ineligible entry, so be sure to send it properly!

Good luck to all!

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