Angels saved my tears? (GHD Hair Repairing Angel Tears)

Member Name: xxfoxyredxx

Product:	GHD Hair Repairing Angel Tears
Date:	09/01/09 (263 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Hair feels smooth and it gives a nice shine

Disadvantages: I don't believe it repairs anything at all

I am a huge Ghd straighteners fan. I couldn't wait to get to grips in October with my flashy pink pair I had my heart dead set on and begged for the money so I could get them for my Birthday.

Now although I love my hair straighteners, I still have to work with them to get great results (which is achievable) and me, well as long as I use good branded products I have never really been fussed what I use in the way of products really. However one day bored I decided to watch the dvd that came with my straighteners and on that dvd there was a woman styling her hair and we got told what products she was using to create the looks. Looking at her results I was envious and she made it appear so easy and it was there and then I decided that I would get my hands on some Ghd products and see if I got really amazing results like she did.

I got my straighteners from a proper Ghd stockist and that's my top tip. I have seen straighteners and the products that really look like Ghd stuff and are really not. So do be careful ordering this stuff online. I personally know that my friends have ordered Ghd stuff and god knows what they got but it certainly wasn't Ghd hair products and they paid through the nose for rubbish.

My main issue with my hair is the general condition and I realise that if my hair isn't in tip top shape then I won't get optimum results from my straighteners. I have my hair trimmed often but I do suffer with alot of small growing hairs at my crown and they poke up and I always thought they were split ends till recently. They're not it's where my hair is of course growing. I do suffer greasy roots which can make my hair appear lank, I have a frizzy, bouncy mid section and my ends split quite easily and go straggly looking. I could have my hair curly if I wanted to spend the time getting it looking that way as my hair wants to be curly more than straight but because of the frizz I have that look is really very hard to achieve so my easiest way of getting my hair looking acceptable if to whack some straighteners through it and even then if I'm not careful (even with Ghd's) my cows lick (fringe) can put in an appearance when least wanted and waves throughout my hair can appear. As I mentioned earlier I do use good quality hair products. I like Toni & Guy and Lee Stafford and stuff like that but my results haven't been the best and I want a better main of hair!

So I went to my hairdresser and asked her advice about Ghd Products. I thought she'd advise me to get some heat protection spray from Ghd or something like that. Instead she handed me a little box and told me this should cure all ills. I felt a bit disappointed really particularly when I was told it would cost me £12.50 for something so tiny!

The Packaging....

A green/yellowish oblong box with a gold and white and black sort of block pattern on the right hand side and at the bottom of the box I'm told it is Ghd, Professional, Angel Tears (Salon-Approved Protein Droplets. A selective treatment that instantly restores hair's natural shine, supplements and strength and finally on the bottom of the box I'm told it is a new religion for hair. On the side of the box ingredients are listed and on the back I'm told a bit about the product, directions for use, the size is stated (30ml) and contact details for Jamella Limited are given (the manufacturer of Ghd products). Finally on the bottom of the box there is a bar-code.

The bottle is small and plastic and see through (you can see an orangy coloured liquid through it) and it has a pointy black plastic twist on/off lid which protects a see through thin tube which you get the drops out of. On the front of the bottle I'm told it is Professional, Angel Tears and a bit of information that is on the box I'll tell you about in a second. On the back of the bottle size and contact details for Ghd are once again given. The box and bottle are ok really. Nothing special but they do look functional plain and look like a professional product rather than eye candy.

A Bit About The Product (According To The Box)....

Ghd Angel Tears is an instantly-absorbing replenishing conditioner that restores the beautiful, healthy look of hair. Used selectively to those parts requiring treatment, these pure liquid protein droplets will boost hair strength and restore it to its former glory. Ideal for all hair types.

Directions For Use....

Wash hair with your preffered Ghd shampoo.
Apply a small amount of Angel Tears paying special attention to areas in need of revitalising.
Work in with a comb and leave a few minutes before drying. Avoid contact with eyes.

My Experience With the Product....

Well I wash my hair with whatever shampoo I like as I don't choose to purchase the Ghd shampoo (still a top brand one though). When I wash my hair I miss out the conditioner this apparently doesn't work on top as a wash in and off conditioner because it can't penetrate through creams etc and this after-all is a conditioner of sorts. So after washing my hair through a couple of times, rinsing it thoroughly, patting it dry and then giving it a gentle comb through (which isn't easy without conditioner!). I then set about applying some of this.

No amount is recommended and you have to use it where you think hair needs repairing. I have read the fabulous Miss Pinks review on this product and like her I won't apply any to my greasy roots.

It comes out of the 'dropper' very easily though not too fast so you can control the amount you apply to your hands before you put it on the hair. Consistency wise it isn't all that oily as I was expecting though it does contain oils of course. Smell wise it's quite floral and really pretty in smell and although you can smell it on hands after using it you can't smell it on the hair mixed with your shampoo smell and so little of it is used it doesn't really fragrance the hair and if it does it's so slight that smell is undetectable making this ok for men and women to use if desired.

I use about 4 drops on my shoulder length hair. This amount depends of course on the length and thickness of the hair and where you want to apply it. I gently rub it through my hands slightly and then gently run through my mid section and pay particular attention to my ends and add more if I feel I need it. I then comb it through (missing my roots out) and wait a few minutes before styling my hair and using my hairdryer before my straighteners. It so isn't greasy that I don't even have to wash my hands after using it.

Results....

Well hair doesn't look no different really. It feels smooth enough and there is a definite healthy, natural shine to the hair which is satin smooth and it doesn't feel so fluffy but it still appears it. It is not a frizz buster, it doesn't straighten hair but hair isn't sticky or lifeless after using it either (if you make sure don't use too much of the product of course) and it does look healthy enough but the difference is subtle.

Does it repair hair? I don't think so. I mean again I agree with Miss Pink (her review) that this may help to prevent further damage to hair in the long run but I don't think it is a fixing all problems product.

Is It Worth The Money....

Not to me no. I don't hate it and I don't think it's entirely useless but it does so very little and you have to be fairly intelligent to use it (mistakes can be made if your not wise) that me, well I'd rather use a good conditioner. This is a high price for what it is and for that price I expect more from it.

Overall....

It's ok but I found that it didn't deliver me all that much really and even if it was half the price of what it is I wouldn't buy it above other treatments I can buy on the high street. Your simply paying for the name and through the nose. The good thing about this though is you can use other styling products with it to achieve your requirements without a heavier build up as after all it really is a leave in conditioner.

It can be bought from all Ghd stockists and online but do shop around for it to get yourself a decent deal.

Summary: Very expensive for limited results and is simply a conditioner