Brunettes Do Have More Fun! (John Frieda Luminous Colour Glaze Choc/Espresso)

Member Name: littlemisspolly

Product:	John Frieda Luminous Colour Glaze Choc/Espresso
Date:	28/10/09 (77 review reads)
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Advantages: A brilliant shine and colour boost without the salon expense

Disadvantages: Can stain, don't be fooled into thinking you will get a drastic colour change

I have mid-brown hair which I feel is quite a boring shade and can look dull due to heat styling etc.

I had just grown out a few highlights and did not have the time nor money to get back into the routine of salon appointments for colouring and touch ups, but I was fed up with my hair. Whilst browsing the shelves in Boots for inspiration, I spotted this which seemed like it might solve my problem.

The bottle states 'easy-to-use salon inspired treatment reawakens laklustre brunette hair with multi-dimensional shine and a shot of rich brown colour', which seemed to fit the bill for me so it went in my basket. Since using I would say this a pretty accurate description.

The product is a thick dark brown, thicker than a shampoo, and slightly jellified. This sounds odd but it the consistency helps avert any messy drips whilst pouring into your hand.

You use the glaze after shampoo and conditioner. As is common the packaging recommends you use the shampoo and conditioner in the same range which I do not. I dare say if you did you would get more build up of colour and therefore a more dramatic effect. Styling products are also available in the same range.

I have thick almost shoulder length hair and use a blob the size of a walnut. To avoid any stains around the hairline I tend to spread the product through the lengths and ends of my hair, avoiding the front roots.

The packaging warns of staining and I can tell you from experience it does, but at least that proves you are getting a good quality colour in the product. For this reason make sure you wash your hands directly after use and keep an eye on the shower area for any splashes and wash them down straight away. If you need to put a towel on your head during application, use a dark one.

It is recommended the product be left on for at least 3 minutes, which I find I can fit in easily with my shower routine.

After first use I did not notice any difference in colour, but my hair was definitely softer and looked healthier. The effects of the product build up over time so you can use it is often or sparsely as you like. I tend to use it every other wash and after only two or three uses had a very slightly deeper shade of hair which is glossy and healthy looking. I wouldn't say there has been a drastic change in colour, but more it has given my own colour a bit of 'oomph'. I am very happy with the result and will stick with the product, at least until I get bored! When I run out of shampoo/condition I might give the ones in this range a try to see if it intensifies the effect.

The normal price is £4-£5 and I have seen it available in Boots, Superdrug and Morrisons, though I am sure it will be widely available through other stockists. It is quite often part of an offer within Boots.

I would say the price is excellent value for money when you compare it to colours and treatments available at a salon. For that reason I would definitely recommend you give it a go if you are bored with your hair.

I would however stress that you are not going to get a very dramatic look from using this product. More a natural boost that will enhance what you already have.

Summary: Definitely worth a try if you want to give your hair a bit of oomph