December 24, 2015

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December 16, 2015

Have you entered to win?

Hi everyone, remember to enter to win the December It’s a Glam Thing Beauty Box. The entry form is here:

http://itsaglamthing.com/giveaways-form/

It's a Glam Thing Beauty Box

It’s a Glam Thing Beauty Box

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December 2, 2015

NAILS Parent Company Buys Modern Salon Media

This just in…..

 

Bobit Publishing Modern Salon

Bobit Business Media, publisher of NAILS Magazine and VietSALON, has acquired the assets of Modern Salon Media from Vance Publishing Corp. Modern Salon Media is the leading information resource for the professional salon community. Its family of integrated, multi-media brands serves and connects salon professionals at every stage of their careers and melds beautifully with Bobit’s NAILS and VietSALON brands. The brands include Modern Salon, Salon Today, and First Chair as well as several custom media and digital products.

Steve Reiss, publisher of Modern Salon Media, based in Lincolnshire, IL, will continue to lead those brands with Michele Musgrove, associate publisher/editorial director.

Michelle Mullen, publisher of NAILS and VietSALON, said, “Our readership of nail professionals will benefit from our having such deep reach into the professional salon industry. Combining our resources will help us serve the market even better.”

Read more: http://www.nailsmag.com/news/113408/nails-parent-company-buys-modern-salon-media?ref=NLS-NewsAlert-20151201&utm_source=Email&utm_medium=Enewsletter

 

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December 1, 2015

People News: The 2015 People and Today Beauty Awards Are Here!

People magazine

(Info received from peoplemag.com)

When it comes to beauty, we’re constantly looking for the best new trends and products. Whether it’s sharing exactly what lip color a celeb wore to a movie premiere, or reporting on the latest Hollywood hair color change, we always bring you the must-know beauty news as soon as we have it. And, like you, we get kid-in-a-candy-store excited at the launch of a new product.

Which is why this year, we’ve teamed up with TODAY to bring you our first ever (!!) PEOPLE and TODAY Beauty Awards.

Over forty testers from PEOPLE and TODAY, including our own beauty-obsessed editors, tried hundreds of lotions, moisturizers, mascaras and more and managed to narrow it down to 44 of the best drugstore beauty products from 2015.

We’ve covered all of the bases—from hair and body to skin and makeup — finding something for every beauty issue. So if you’ve been holding off on re-stocking your vanity for the new year, let us guide you with our top picks from our favorite drugstore brands.

Every day this week, we’ll be announcing a new category of winners live on TODAY. Tune in every morning at 10AM EST to find out what products to add to your shopping list. The lineup is below!

  • Tuesday 12/1: HAIR
  • Wednesday 12/2: MAKEUP
  • Thursday 12/3: BODY
  • Friday 12/4: SKIN

And don’t forget to pick up this week’s issue, on stands beginning Wednesday, Dec. 2, for the full list.

More info: http://stylenews.peoplestylewatch.com/2015/11/30/2015-people-and-today-beauty-awards/

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November 30, 2015

Win It! Hairs the thing

Join over millions of readers! Issue #49 of The National Examiner 2015 is on sale NOW/ Pick up an issue, go to page 58 and enter to win Pura d’or hair care swag!

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November 19, 2015

Win It! an “It’s a Glam Thing” basket from The Malibu Times

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November 18, 2015

On set today

Enya Flack on set on Your Carolina

On set – “Your Carolina” with Jack and Megan

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November 11, 2015

Butterfly Studio Salon Hairstyles

Let your hair be your best accessory this holiday season with statement making hairstyles for both guys and girls from Butterfly Studio Salon stylists, Dana Tizzio and Jason J. Dougherty.

Dana Tizzio’s “Pretty Ponytail”

Dana Tizzio’s “Pretty Ponytail”

Upgrade a worn ponytail from day to night by taking out that pony and shaking it as hard as you can just to create some body.

 1.       Grab your purse-size dry texturizing spray  like Philip B. Russian Amber Imperial Insta-Thick, $20, and apply through entire head, roots to tips.

2.       Shake hair out, using your hands as well to break up, lift, and activate your spray.

3.       Pull hair back, taking one section at a time to create a super textured look (versus slicked back and smooth).

4.       Secure above or at the curve of the head with a hair tie (the positioning makes it more playful.)

5.       Gently pull on the hair to create height and adjust the look.

6.       Wrap a small section of hair around the base of the pony and tuck for a messy, sexy ponytail or add a metallic pony cuff for a chic way to accessorize the look.

Dana Tizzio’s “10 Minute (No brush) Updo Braid”

Dana Tizzio’s “10 Minute (No brush) UpdoBraid”

This DIY ‘do will take you from a bad hair moment or a long day at the office to black tie-chic without any hot tools or hair prep. Not even a hairbrush is required! All you’ll need is a few pins, hair ties, and a mini/travel-sized version of your favorite dry shampoo/texturizing spray.

  1. Section 1/4 hair from side part to ear, and add Philip B. Russian Amber Imperial Insta-Thick, $20 for volume.
  2. Start braid at part, focusing braid at front of forehead, and secure end with elastic.
  3. Spritz more Insta-thick spray throughout hair to enhance texture for easier styling.
  4. Without brushing, twist all of hair to the side of braid and secure with elastic, creating a ponytail.
  5. Braid ponytail, including front braid, and secure end with elastic. (It does not need to be tight)
  6. Hold one piece of braid at the end with one hand. With the other hand, push entire braid upward from the bottom with your fingers to create a rouging effect.
  7. Wrap braid to create a bun or knot shape, nestled on one side of your head for the best look. You want your style to be seen!
  8. Secure with bobby pins, and use the hair pins to manage any loose ends.
  9. Loosen the front of the braid and work your way back. Widen from the start of the braid for an effect that beautifully frames your face by pulling apart gently on each section. This will create a softer and more romantic, evening-ready braided look.

Jason J. Dougherty’s “Quick Men’s Style”

Jason J. Dougherty’s “Quick Men’s Style”

For a sophisticated style or a Don Draper-inspired look, try this relaxed yet polished look which has enough body to make a statement while staying clean cut enough for the office.

  1. Start with clean, just washed hair and comb through before applying product.
  2. Using a quarter-sized amount of Philip B Lovin’ Pomade,$26, emulsify using your hands and apply product throughout hair.
  3. With a fine tooth comb, comb through front half of hair, while blow drying on a low setting. Blow dry back half of hair while simply running fingers through.
  4. Use texturizing spray such as Philip B. Russian Amber Imperial Insta-Thick, $20 to roots at the front for a boost. Your style will thank you later. Sculpt hair with hands.
  5. Finish with a medium (more flexible) hairspray like Philip B Jet Set Precision Control Hair Spray, $30, throughout for extra shine and hold.

 

 

 

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November 5, 2015

Miranda Lambert at CMA’s

 Miranda Lambert at CMA's

Miranda Lambert at CMA’s

Last night, CMA Award Winner Miranda Lambert rocked the red carpet in a gorgeous, long black dress with a funky pop of pink color in her traditionally blonde hair. For her performance, she donned rocker-chic waves. Here’s how to recreate Miranda’s CMA hairstyles, as told by her mane man, PRO Beauty Tools Celebrity Hairstylist Johnny Lavoy.

Johnny Lavoy on Miranda’s red carpet look: “I wanted to go with something sleek and sexy, with a pop pink for a little excitement. To get Miranda’s red carpet look, I first dipped the tips of her hair in pastel pink hair dye. Next, I applied a volumizer and blew out her hair with the PRO Beauty Tools Professional 1875 W IONIC AC Motor Dryer using a large round brush. To get a sleek polished look, I first created a strong side part. Then, I used the PRO Beauty Tools® 1” Professional Ceramic Shine Digital Straightener to really smooth out her hair. Lastly, I used hairspray to hold the style.”

Johnny Lavoy on Miranda’s performance look: “For Miranda’s performance look, I wanted to give her hair a little more movement. I started by using a beach spray for a little texture, then, I scrunched her hair while drying it with the PRO Beauty Tools Professional 1875 W IONIC AC Motor.  I love this dryer because of its quick dryer power, especially backstage when I’m only given a minute for a quick hair change! Then, I used two different sized PRO Beauty Tools Professional Gold Curling Irons to add additional texture. I alternated using the 1” and the 1 ¼” irons, which helped me created the perfect rock and roll, rocker-chic waves. Finally, I used hairspray to hold the look.”

 

 

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October 31, 2015

Casa Mondaca Holiday Gift Guide

Here are a couple of holiday gifts that were featured:

Purchase at casamoncada.com or websites below

Apothederm Holiday Gift Guide

Apothederm in Casa Moncada Holiday Gift Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

www.apothederm.com 

and

www.purador.com

Pura d'or in Casa Mondaca holiday gift guide casa

Pura d’or in Casa Mondaca Holiday Gift Guide

 

 

 

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