June 23, 2013

Get the Look of the Stars with Organix

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Get Lauren’s Look

With Her Organix Hair Care Must-Haves

Ever wonder how celebs like Lauren Conrad get such glam and gorgeous locks? Look no further than Organix to find the hair care must-haves this Cali girl can’t live without.

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 To keep her hair looking and feeling healthy, Lauren treats herself to Organix Moroccan Argan Oil Renewing Treatment at least once a week. This hydrating formula restores hair’s inner health by infusing antioxidant argan oil to strengthen, increase elasticity and add brilliant shine. After curling her hair, she uses Organix Repairing Awapuhi Ginger Dry Styling Oil to smooth any frizz and flyaways. This moisture restoring oil repairs damage caused by heat and styling tools to increase strength, boost shine and fight frizz.

Thanks to Organix, you too can use Lauren’s self-proclaimed beauty obsessions to achieve healthy, Hollywood-worthy hair.

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The Organix Moroccan Argan Oil Renewing Treatment and Awapuhi Ginger Dry Styling Oil are available for $7.99 each at Rite Aid, Walgreens, CVS as well as other major retailers.

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June 21, 2013

Have Hair That is Fit for A Beauty Queen

If you are like every woman out there, you might have watched the Miss USA pageant over the weekend and thought “How do these beauties just happen to naturally have 3X more hair than I??!”  Well, you might not realize this, but over eight MILES of hair extensions were used in the Miss USA 2013 competition that took place over the weekend to aid them in achieving their flawless looks.

The good news is that, thanks to extensions, you too can have Miss America hair. Yes, you too can rock  the cascading curls, the sun-kissed highlights, the long-luxurious layered mane, and dramatic volume at the crown (pun totally intended)  with the help extensions – both permanent and clip-in, depending on the commitment level you are seeking.

I wanted to introduce you to a top-of the-line brand that is fit for a beauty queen – SHE by SO.CAP.USA. Made in Italy using only 100% human hair, SHE by SO.CAP.USA’s commitment to quality is unparalleled.  The extensions come in over 90 colors and three textures (wavy, curly or straight) making your Miss USA look easy to achieve in minutes and instantly add length, volume and texture to your hair.

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Erin Brady, Miss USA 2013

 

 

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June 20, 2013

Nails, Nails, Nails Your Best Accessory

Who doesn’t love nail polish?  We all love for our hands and tootsies to look a feel great.  Nail polish has definitly come a long way since Lucille Ball started wearing it.  Back in her day, Lucy would have only worn pink or red nail polish.  There were no crazy blues, greens, or yellows.  That has changed.  Dermelect nail polish comes in a wide variety of colors.  Their newest line is by far the greatest colors yet.

Dermelect nail polish’s new line “ME” is the first peptide infused nail treatment. “ME” is formaldehyde, DBP and toluene free  that gives vibrant, UV protected, smudge free color.  “ME” is water and detergent resistant while aiding in strengthing weak, brittle nails.  This product is NEVER tested on animals. Dermelect Cosmeceuticals’ ME Fearless Beauty Collection is new for Summer 2013. Dermelect’s Fearless Beauty collection contains four creamy hues injected with high-voltage bright pigments, guaranteed to turn heads. FEARLESS (cobalt blue) and MOXIE (Pink), RENEGADE (jade) and BUZZ-WORTHY (lemon). You can purchase the entire collection and other fabulous color nail lacquers at www.dermelect.com

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June 19, 2013

Get Shoshanna’s Summer Look

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How to Get Shoshanna’s Summer Look

Celebrity Hairstylist Angelo David Pisacreta

of New York City’s Angelo David Salon

 Get the Summer muss without the salon fuss— Celebrity Hairstylist Angelo David Pisacreta shares tips on set in the Hamptons for replicating Shoshanna Lonstein Gruss’s look for AVENUE Magazine.

Shoshanna looks radiant on the cover of AVENUE Magazine.  Celebrity Hairstylist Angelo David Pisacreta tells us what he did to give Shoshanna a fun, natural look that works day or night.

Hair and Makeup by Angelo David Salon (www.angelodavid.com)

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1. Prepare hair for styling by spraying the Angelo Premier Volume Spray ($18.50, available at www.angelodavid.com) onto the roots to prep the hair.

 

2. Once hair is blown out smooth, take sections of hair and wrap it around 1 1/2 inch barrel curling iron before securing with duck clips. Spray with a medium hold spray and let it cool down for 15 minutes.

3. Attach the pre-styled Angelo David Couture Clip-on Extensions (prices may vary) onto hair to add more length and volume.  Release the clips and use the Angelo David Medium Paddle Brush ($55, available at www.angelodavid.com) to brush the curls out before parting hair onto the desired side.

4. Pull hair to a loose ponytail then proceed to create a loose chignon. Secure the look with bobby pins.

5. Gently pull the bun to make the look a bit messy, and then finish with a strong hold hair spray.

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June 12, 2013

My Interview with Celebrity Hairstylist/Master Colorist Kim Vo

The best part of the year for me is getting to go to the Premiere Orlando Hair Show.  Held at the Orange County Convention Center, Premiere Orlando is definitely party city for all things beauty related.   Every year I get invited to meet and try out the newest and hottest products on the market.

Even though Premiere Orlando is mostly products and education, there is a side to the show not many people get to experience.  While at the show I got to meet and interview celebrity hairstylist/master colorist Kim Vo.  Kim and his mother emigrated from Vietnam when Kim was very young.  He started his hairstyling career in New York City.He actually said that he never had a mentor. He said he was believed more in inspiration. His inspiration came from Wolfgang Puck.  He later moved to California, where he now owns 4 salons. Having been in the hair industry for 18 years, Kim is now one of Hollywood’s hottest hairstylists and has been named “The Best Blonder in the Business”.  Having used Swartzkoptf Professionals for 10 years, Kim calls them the “Blonde Ambassador”.  Kim has worked for Swartzkoptf Professionals now for 1 ½ years.  “Swartzkoptf does what it says it does. I love it for red carpet.”

Having clients such as Britney Spears and Kate Hudson, Kim shared with me the inside secrets of how to create “Hollywood Hair”.  I asked Kim the differences in styling and coloring hair for Music Videos, Stage and photo shoots.  He told me “When you are working on hair for a music video you are going for a more fantasy look.  This is what I call the whisper effect.  When coloring the hair you add more gold to the color so it will show up on camera”. Styling hair for the stage requires more than one person. “This is where Hollywood really comes into play.  You can have up to 4 stylists at a time dressing the hair to make it look fresh and new every time.”  And for a photo shoot, Kim said “Use products that don’t weigh the hair down.  You must also dress the hair to perfection.”

When closing I asked Kim what was his advice to young stylists, like myself, just starting out. He said “ You must work hard and put your best effort forward every day.  Some days will be better than others but you will grow every day.”

Kim definitely gave me some awesome advice; not only for working behind the chair, but also for the way you treat people.  I love Kim Vo and I hope to see him again soon.

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June 12, 2013

Antje Traue at ‘Man of Steel’ World Premiere – Hair by Thomas Dunkin for Sebastian Professional

SEBASTIAN PROFESSIONAL STYLIST THOMAS DUNKIN COIFS ANTJE TRAUE FOR THE WORLD PREMIERE OF ‘MAN OF STEEL’

 

On Monday, June 10th at the Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center in New York City, actress Antje Traue walked the red carpet for the world premiere of the highly anticipated film, ‘Man of Steel.’  Traue, who plays the character Faora-UI, donned a chic, curve hugging white dress along with a soft, retro-inspired updo crafted by Sebastian Professional Lead Stylist Thomas Dunkin. Of the look, Dunkin says, “This is a very simple way to create a polished updo for a formal evening without looking too done up.”

To achieve Antje’s vintage hair look, follow Thomas’ tips:

1.)    Begin by soaking hair thoroughly with Sebastian Professional Thickefy Foam.

2.)   Once hair is saturated, blow dry using a large round brush and create as much root lift and volume as possible.

3.)   After hair is dried, take 2” sections of hair and wrap each section around a large barreled curling iron.

4.)   Once all of the sections are curled, brush through and create a ponytail, leaving out the pieces that fall naturally.

5.)    Spritz Sebastian Professional Shaper to keep the hair in place all night long.

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June 5, 2013

Premiere Orlando Hair Show June 1st – 3rd

Premiere Orlando Hair Show can be one of the craziest places you have ever been.  As a stylist I LOVE IT!!!! While I was there I learned many new amazing techniques for cutting and styling as well as color.  One of the biggest things about stylist many people don’t understand is that when we are in school we just learn the basics.  The real education starts after we graduate. If a stylist loves there career and has passion for it then they continue their education throughout their life.  I say to all my clients I don’t work from my mind, I work from my heart.  Some people don’t understand that, but I know that my passion for hair comes from within.  I have so much more to share with you about my awesome experience at Premiere Orlando, like my interview with celebrity stylist Kim Vo, best known for his work on Britney Spears and Kate Hudson.  Stay tuned.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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May 29, 2013

Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder

Mary Kay has been changing the lives of women all over the world since 1963.  Now here we are, 50 years later, and Mary Kay is even more popular than ever before.

Mary Kay’s skin care line Time Wise has been one of the most popular after skin care lines in the world.  Having the power to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, Time Wise keeps women feeling and looking younger than ever.  The two most popular products from Time Wise are the moisture renewing gel mask and the volu- firm eye renewal cream.  Each product is specially designed to target those pesky lines under the eyes and all around the face.

The moisture renewing gel mask is equipped with many ingredients to help renew and refresh your face.  The greatest feature this mask has is you can wear it to bed.  Yes, you can actually sleep in the mask to help enhance the pampering experience.  While the mask renews and refreshes your face, the volu- firm eye cream will help target the lines under your eyes leaving them looking bright and pampered.

Mary Kay is an oil and fragrance free line that is made to replenish and restore one’s youthfulness.  To get your own Mary Kay supply checkout www.marykay.com to connect with a beauty consultant.  Also don’t forget to ask her about Mary Kay’s amazing makeup line.

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May 24, 2013

Be AcneFree for Good

With the fast paced lives many of us have these days, it’s no wonder that stress and unhealthy eating causes embarrassing acne.  Even though there are many acne clearing products on the market, many of them take 2 to 3 weeks to show any signs of working.  My biggest acne problems are on my back ( I know disgusting right?) I have been using AcneFree 2-in-1 Acne Wipes everyday on my back and I have to say I LOVE IT!!!

AcneFree Acne Wipes are a 2-in-1 treatment to cleanse your skin and treat your acne on-the-go.  Retailing at $5.99 AcneFree Acne Wipes can be found at any drug store and mass market.  AcneFree Acne Wipes are oil-free and feature 0.5% Salicylic Acid. Salicylic acid is a dermatologist recommended medication for acne.  AcneFree does not need to be rinsed off once you have applied it to your skin. AcneFree Acne Wipes is the go to acne treatment for on the go.  They are fast and effective and do not leave your skin feeling dry or tight. Visit www.acnefree.com for more additional information.

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May 22, 2013

Celebrity Hairstylist Jonathan Hanousek uses White Sands Products to Create Brooke Burke’s “Dancing With the Stars” HairStyle

As a stylist I use and LOVE White Sands Infinity Hairspray. I use it in the salon I work at. It is the best hairspray I have ever used. See how the stars love White Sands too. 

“Brooke Burke Charvet’s look for the Dancing with the Stars performance finals was inspired by her dramatic Michael Costello gown,” reveals celebrity hairstylist Jonathan Hanousek.  “Her pompadour faux hawk with an oblong braided chignon helped balance the strong shoulders and textures of the dress.”

First I layered Bumble and Bumble Thickening Spray and White Sands UnderCover Styling Spray on damp hair.

From the outside corners of the eyes, make 2 clean parts back to the crown and pin the section out of the way. Then, blow dry the rest of the hair with a medium round brush to create a smooth finish.

Take the sides of the hair and gather into a ponytail in the back. Fasten with a small rubber band. Clean up fly always using a fine tooth tail comb and White Sands Infinity Hairspray.

Using a small round brush blow dry the top of the hair concentrating on lifting the roots for volume. Spray a few pumps of Moroccan Oil Glimmer Shine Spray all over to smooth and add shine.

With your fingers and the blow dryer, push the hair up and towards the center to create your pomp. Use a few pumps of the White Sands Infinity Hairspray to hold the shape.

Place crisscross bobby pins down the center of the pomp and roll one side over to conceal, fastening with invisible hairpins. Think loose French twist and look in the mirror and adust the shape that’s best for your face. It’s best if it is not too symmetrical, it will look more interesting.

Let the rest of the hair cover the first ponytail. Fasten with a couple pins. Then, gather all the remaining hair and create a single braid.

Twist the braid up, tuck in the ends and fasten with bobby and invisible hair pins. Lock everything in with White Sands Stuck Up Mega Hold Hairspray.

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