February 20, 2014

You’ll Have Something to WINK About With Butter London

If I had to choose my favorite thing in the beauty industry, it would have to be experimenting with makeup.  I have always loved makeup because I love to experiment with colors (even hair color).  With Butter London’s WINK Earl Grey Eye Liner and WINK English Rose Cream Eye Shadow you can really bring out the artist from within.

Butter London’s WINK collection is made up of 8 eye liners, 10 cream eye shadows and 6 mascaras in many colors to experiment with.  The two I got to try were the Earl Grey Eye Liner and English Rose Cream Shadow, both very true to color and long lasting.  English Rose is a soft romantic pink cream eye shadow that goes on smoothly and lasts until you take it off.  Not only is it true to it’s color it also has a few specks of shimmer to it to give you a nice added shine.  When I used this English Rose for the first time I used it as more of a highlighter for my overall eye shadow look by placing it on the inner corner of my eye and just underneath my eye brow giving my look a little POP!

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Now the Earl Grey Eye Liner, I have to admit, I was a little nervous to use because my eyes are so deep set that darker colors make them look even smaller.  I was wrong about the Earl Grey.  Earl Grey Eye Liner is more of a charcoal grey that goes on smoothly and does not look black when its on. I have tried many “grey” eye liners and all came out way to dark.  This grey was well grey when I put it on.  Just like the English Rose Eye Shadow, the eye liner goes on smoothly and lasts all day without smearing.  With my deep set eyes I have a little trick for using this eye liner.  I don’t go all the way from end to end on my eye.  I start at the outer corner and stop halfway on my eye lid.  This makes my eye appear larger.  Now as a little added bonus I use grey eye shadow over top the eye liner to give it more of a base.

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When I first used these products  was afraid of my extremely sensitive eyes having a reaction.  I was safe.  WINK by Butter London is a very gentle line and will not cause irritation but if you are anything like me use it little by little. I always use a little at a time to see how my eyes will react and then if I notice what they do I will either proceed or stop altogether.  I had no problems what so ever.  So bring out your inner artist and try all the colors from WINK by Butter London and create your own personalized look.

Visit http://www.butterlondon.com/Cosmetics/Eye/ for all the colors you an think of. 

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February 19, 2014

Redken’s NYFW FW 2014 Marc Jacobs Recap

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MARC JACOBS

FALL – WINTER 2014

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Hair by Guido, Redken Creative Consultant

 

This season, Redken Creative Consultant Guido created a very modern shaped bob, which seems new in a way for Marc Jacobs. In the past, Guido has done choppy, punk inspired styles for this show. The cut is quite blunt, but the style and finish stems from a high-end conception of hair that requires an immaculate finish. The use of wigs only added another level of perfection to this chic hairstyle.

“The idea of tonality played heavily into the whole design aesthetic for Marc Jacobs. When Marc and I met to discuss the hairstyle, he presented a very clear conception of the color swatches and makeup shades that he had in mind. As a result, the tonality of the haircolor, the makeup and the clothing were all paired together to give a monochromatic hue from head to toe.”

 

-Guido, Redken Creative Consultant

Redken Products Used:

–hardwear 16 super-strong sculpting gel

–satinwear 02 prepping blow-dry lotion

–iron shape 11 finishing thermal spray

–control addict 28 extra high-hold hairspray

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Create the Look:

  1. Apply hardwear 16 super-strong sculpting gel to dry hair from root to ends and comb through until hair is completely saturated
  2. Divide hair into two sections (top and bottom) in the back
  3. Clip the bottom section down and out of the way
  4. Using a finishing brush, start to brush the top section flat against the head, following the round of the head in one direction. Repeat with each section, making sure it’s very clean and neat-looking when finished
  5. Blow dry hair until completely dry
  6. Apply control addict 28 extra high-hold hairspray to smooth any flyaways
  7. Place wig on head
  8. Apply satinwear 02 prepping blow-dry lotion to damp hair
  9. Blowdry hair with natural bristle brush for a smooth finish
  10. Spray iron shape 11 finishing thermal spray on hair
  11. Use a flat iron to straighten hair from root to ends
  12. Comb hair back and place headband on head
  13. Spray control addict 28 extra high-hold hairspray for a perfected finish

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February 18, 2014

Be Beautiful with PONDS

The newest makeup trend, I have seen, is BB creams.  As a licensed hairstylist, I also do makeup and I have to be honest and say I didn’t really understand what the big deal with these “BB” creams was.  That was until I used PONDS Luminous Finish BB+ Cream that I saw what all the “hype” was about. Now I will not put any other makeup on until I put this on.

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My skin is very blotchy, and is acne prone so anytime I put just regular foundation on you can still see my little “bumps” underneath.  That makes me feel very insecure because makeup is supposed to cover your flaws but it made me feel like people could see them even more. The first time I used PONDS BB+ I saw a difference right away.  No more redness, and my bumps were camouflaged.
I have found that putting the BB cream under my foundation gives it a nice base and makes my skin have a more even tone.  And a BIG plus is it does not make my skin look pink! With just regular foundation my skin had a tendency to change colors and make me look either pink or orange. PONDS BB+ cream has tone correcting properties to erase any uneven skin tone and dark spots. Who doesn’t love that!!!
PONDS will help camouflage and correct your skin so you can put your makeup on and forget it.  No one will be looking at your makeup, they will be looking at you 🙂 Visit www.ponds.com for a location near you!

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February 13, 2014

Hello Lucky Darling!

Just like any girl, I love perfume! I may like it too much but once I find a fragrance that I love, I have to get it.  But unlike many, I do not really have a “signature” scent.  Although I have to say that the ones that “attract” my senses are more floral.  One of the fragrances that I have found and love is called “Lucky Darling” By Lucky Brand.

Lucky Darling is a soft, romantic scent draped with notes such as ginger and pretty floral.  With Valentine’s Day here, this is a great “last minute” gift to give.  The biggest thing I think of when I think of a fragrance is love.  And lets face it girls if he likes your “scent” he will fall head over heels 😉

Another amazing feature from this fragrance is not just the scent but the bottle.  Every time I look at the bottle I feel like I am looking at rare, unique diamond.  Sometimes it’s not even the scent that attracts us, its the packaging 🙂

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lucky brand“Lucky Darling” by Lucky Brand can be found at your local department stores such as Macy’s, macys.com or you can buy it at

http://www.luckybrand.com/#q=fragrance

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February 13, 2014

Idea: Taylor Swift Hosts Haircut Party

New Beauty Trend? Taylor Swift Has a Haircut Party – Chicago Salon Already Receiving Requests

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Is Taylor Swift starting a new beauty trend? This week in London, Taylor hosted a “haircut party” gathering friends like Cara Delevingne and Ellie Goulding backstage to watch as she cut her hair into a new shoulder-length bob. All the fun was captured on Instagram.
George the salon in Chicago is already seeing the ‘Swift effect’, receiving calls from women asking if the salon can host a “haircut party” just for them.
“Sometimes big changes are difficult for us and the support of your friends and family makes it easier to go through a drastic cut,” says George Gonzalez owner of George the salon. “Especially if you are nervous about a big length change, a haircut party is a great way to transition into your new style and have fun while doing it.”
Tips for Hosting a Haircut Party
  1. Give back: Connect your haircut party with a local charity and donate your hair.
  2. Location, location location: Create a night out at the salon or ask your stylist if they travel off site for special occasions.
  3. The more friends the better: Their support can be that extra push you need to go through with a big hair change.
  4. Snap it: Share photos of your favorite cuts for feedback and style suggestions as you gear up for the chop.
  5. Have fun with it: Bring some bubbly or wine to the salon for a new take on girl’s night.
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February 10, 2014

Marissa Webb’s Runway Hairstyles Created by TRESemmé

Marissa Webb’s Autumn/Winter 2014 Collection was influenced by the lifestyle of a fast-paced “industry girl.”  The collection is refined and tailored with an urban edge including pieces that are a bit oversized, yet feminine, for an effortlessly cool look that is never too perfect.  To bring the designer’s vision to life, TRESemmé Stylist Jeanie Syfu created two hairstyles that were polished yet undone, with natural matte texture and a whimsical, airy finish.
FOLLOW JEANIE’S TIPS TO RE-CREATE THE STYLES
Dual texture:
  1. Apply TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Foaming Mousse on damp hair, and rough-dry by flipping hair over and gently pulling at the roots for lift
  2. Once dry, use a flat brush to lightly comb the hair
  3. Starting at the nape, take large horizontal sections and mist with TRESemmé Thermal Creations Curl Activator Spray.  Wrap hair loosely around the barrel of 1¼-inch and 1-inch curling irons, leaving ends out.  Alternate between irons to create an irregular wave and work your way to the top of the head
  4. Create a messy center part, and flat iron from the part to eye level
  5. Mattify hair with TRESemmé Fresh Start Renewal Dry Shampoo, then brush out to get a natural airy texture
  6. Spray the top with NEW TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Illuminating Shine Spray for a dual texture, that is both matte and shiny

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Messy Top-Knot:
  1. Apply a liberal amount of TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Foaming Mousse to hair and rough dry with fingers, lifting at the roots
  2. Once dry, lightly brush hair and spray with NEW TRESemmé Fresh Start Renewing Dry Shampoo to mattify
  3. Backbrush the hairline for an airy perimeter of wisps.  Then, use your hands to loosely pull hair up into a high ponytail and fasten with an elastic
  4. Backbrush ponytail and twist loosely into a bun, leaving ends out. Fasten with large hair pins
  5. Finish with TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Finishing Spray
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Products Used:
  • NEW TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Illuminating Shine Spray
  • NEW TRESemmé Fresh Start Renewing Dry Shampoo
  • TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Foaming Mousse
  • TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Finishing Spray
  • TRESemmé Thermal Creations Curl Activator Spray
Tools Used: Blow-dryer, Mason Pearson brush, clips, 1¼-inch and 1-inch curling irons, flat iron, hair pins, elastic, spray bottle
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February 3, 2014

Attitude Couture Launches “Need A New Attitude” Sweeps

Attitude Couture Launches “Need A New Attitude” Sweepstakes

The exclusive label presents an opportunity to win a gorgeous gown just in time for prom
 
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Turning dreams into reality, Attitude Couture recently launched its “Need a New Attitude” sweepstakes giving one lucky winner a chance to win their dream dress for prom.

Contestants are asked to visit the Attitude Couture website (www.attitudecouture.com) and submit the sweepstakes entry form. They will be asked to vote for their favorite dress among the brand’s elegant prom, evening and special occasion gowns which they will win if selected. The contest will run through Saturday, March 15, 2014 and is open to all US residents. The winner will be selected in a random drawing on or after the end date and announced by Tuesday, April 1, 2014.
 
“Prom is one of the most important events in a teenage girl’s life,” explains Robin Spindt, Owner and Designer, Attitude Couture. “Many dream of wearing the most amazing dress they can find. That is why I am thrilled to offer one lucky lady the opportunity to win her favorite gown from my collection, for that very special day.”
 
The collections at Attitude Couture are made from the finest sequins, lace, chiffon, satin, beads and appliqués, with a focus on extraordinary construction and stand-out designs. For a chance to win one of the brand’s spectacular gowns, please visit http://www.attitudecouture.com/need-a-new-attitude/.
 
 
 
About Attitude Couture
Attitude Couture by Robin Spindt offers elegant prom, evening and special occasion dresses and jackets – featuring exclusively designed plus size options. Spindt, who has more than 40 years’ experience as a clothier and jewelry designer, created Attitude Couture to introduce a new concept in formal dress focusing on offering first-class customer service and unique dresses. The label’s design team spends most of the year developing new ideas in dress designs and ensuring that absolutely every detail is perfect. For more information and to view the entire collection, please visit www.attitudecouture.com
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January 27, 2014

Red Carpet Coverage: The Grammy Awards

Vaughn Acord, Celebrity Grooming Stylist shares his thoughts on last night’s winning looks:

THE WINNING LOOK: “The Grammy Awards often have a much looser feel when it comes to style so it is an opportunity for artists to show their individuality.

Stars like Macklemore, Ryan Lewis and Robin Thicke sported styles that showed off a longer top with extreme shorter sides. It is super sleek and gutsy.”  – Vaughn Acord

VAUGHN’S STYLING TIPS:  

Start off on wet hair. Rub through hair a flexible hold gel that will impart shine. Try: V76 by Vaughn Conditioning Gel.

Next, using a brush, comb hair back, allowing for some volume and movement.

Once hair is dry, use your hands to create some separation between strands, but keeping it neat and slick.

Ø  Complete the look with a light hold hairspray. Try: V76 by Vaughn Holding Spray.

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January 27, 2014

“Gotta Get It” Grammy Hair with help from Jenny Balding!

Music’s biggest night celebrated the 56th Grammy Awards and stars showed off their “gotta get it” hair styles!  Jenny Balding, NYC Cutler/Redken Styling and Grooming Expert, shares her favorite Grammy styles and steps for how you can recreate these looks for your own personal red carpet event.

Beyoncé – “LOVE her ultra sexy chin length bob – this looks amazing because of the colors throughout…dark roots into dark blonde into bright blonde ends.” – Jenny Balding
Create the Look!
  • If your hair is curly…
    • Create a middle part when wet
    • Apply a curl enhancing cream throughout from roots to ends (Redken Curvaceous Full Swirl is perfect for this)
    • Air dry or lightly dry using a diffuser on low speed and low heat from underneath so as not to create volume at the roots.
    • Shake out with fingers.
  • If your hair is straight or wavy…
    • Use a medium sized curling iron to recreate this look.
    • Prep hair by misting a light hairspray all over to create texture to the hair (Redken fashion work 12 versatile working spray is light and the perfect spray)
    • Create a middle part and use the curling iron vertically and wind small sections all over making sure to keep the top are on the flatter side.
Rita Ora – “This gorgeous, vintage hollywood inspired hair is very stylish and modern because of the color. Having some regrowth and then really blonde throughout is what makes this look.” – Jenny Balding
Create the Look!
  • Create a low side part on one side
  • Blow dry smooth with a large round brush for the perfect foundation
  • Use a medium sized curling iron use vertically from mid length to the ends
  • Keeping the part  and the crown area smooth and no volume.
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January 27, 2014

How To Replicate Looks from the Grammys

Celebrity hairstylist, Sacha Quarles, gives us step-by-step instructions on how to recreate Taylor Swift and Colbie Caillat’s amazing looks from last nights Grammy Awards! Utilizing SHE by SO.CAP.USA hair extensions, women can easily replicate these red carpet looks for any event.

Fringe Frenzy

Taylor Swift not only nailed her performance, but undoubtedly nailed her side-swept bangs last night. By applying SHE by SO.CAP.USA’s clip-in bang extensions, anyone can get this powerful look (without the commitment). Simply add the extensions at the crown of your head and trim/style as you would your own hair. If you don’t want to commit to such an extreme style, these extensions can be removed just as easily as they are applied.

    Taylor Swift                                               Clip-In Bangs

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Chic Up-Do’s

Celebrities like Colbie Caillat can pull off almost any look and last night she sizzled in a tight topknot. This up-do can be obtained using SHE by SO.CAP.USA’s clip-in ponytail extension. Add the extension at a higher angle on your head then using the ponytail, coil the strands tightly towards the top of your head. As you twist, remember to apply bobby pins to hold in place and get this simple yet glamorous up-do.

Colbie Caillat                                  Clip-In Ponytail

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Classic Waves

Rita Ora showed off her true glamour last night with voluminous waves. By adding an outward wave to the end of her hair, Rita’s hair was classy and sophisticated, perfecting this timeless look.  SHE by SO.CAP.USA clip-in extensions can also help to add some additional volume to any look, creating the illusion of full bodied hair that women desire.

Rita Ora                                                Clip-In Extensions

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