With a roster of cool-girl clients (Margaret Zhang, Kym Ellery and Anna Feller), Paloma Rose Garcia of Sydney’s new Paloma salon creates of-themoment cuts and perfectly undone texture
“The best spray to help tonged waves last for days.” 1. Imperméable Anti-humidity Spray,
$52, ORIBE, 1300 725 122
“Masks are a great way to smooth and hydrate, making hair more manageable. I alternate between two – the Balmain Repair Mask is super-luxe and nourishing, and the Kérastase one has been my go-to for the past five years.” 2. Repair Mask, $64, BALMAIN
PARIS HAIR COUTURE, balmainhaircouture.com.au 8. Nutritive Masque Magistral, $66, KÈRASTASE, kerastase.com.au
“I use essential oils daily – on myself, my kids and anyone I see at my salon or on set. I always start each appointment with a beautiful shoulder and neck massage – it’s calming and sets the tone for a relaxing experience.” 3. Family Essentials Kit, $217,
DOTERRA, doterra.com.au “It’s hands-down my favourite oil around; it’s so hydrating yet lightweight.” 4. Essence Absolue Nourishing
Protective Oil, $68, SHU UEMURA ART OF HAIR, shuuemuraartofhair.com.au
“I layer this on top of a hair oil to assist with smoothing.” 5. Park Ave Blow Out Balm, $41,
R+CO, 1300 725 122 “I can’t keep cans of this in my kit – everyone always steals it! Dry shampoo is the one thing every woman wants and needs.” 6. Death Valley Dry Shampoo,
$44, R+CO, 1300 725 122
“It’s a lightweight conditioner, heat protectant and cuticle sealer. This base is a must to use on freshly washed hair – there’s no point styling hair unless it has been prepped.” 7. Run-through Detangling Primer,
$54, ORIBE, 1300 725 122
“I use this tong every day – 95 per cent on my clients (palomasalon.com), five per cent on myself! I love the barrel size – it creates perfect texture.” 9. Curve Soft Curl Tong, $230,
GHD, ghdhair.com/au