September 22, 2012

UV Protection for the Hair

 

Ever since I was little I have always had a bad luck with the sun.  With my fair skin and freckles I would load up on sunscreen, LITERALLY.   I swear my mom would put the whole container on go me and now that I am older I rarely go out into the sun. Of course when I do I still load up on the sunscreen.

Now being a hairdresser I have realized that skin is not the only part of our body that needs protection.  Believe it or not our hair (colored or not) can get the same effect from the sun.  It may not get sunburned but it can change color from the UV rays and if it’s colored, the hair color can fade.

Now we don’t have to worry about that anymore with Paul Mitchell’s new UV Color Protection spray mist.  With just a few sprays all over your hair, the mist will give your hair 24 hour protection in even the hottest sun.

Having colored my hair red (the hardest color to keep) everyone has told me that with time it will fade from sun exposure and from washing it.  Paul Mitchell is 9 step ahead of you when it comes to your hair and the sun.  Sun Recovery Shampoo  and Hair Masque to protect and prolong your gorgeous color.  So no more haircolor fading or sun damaged hair.

With all things Paul Mitchell go to

www.PaulMitchell.com and see more.

 

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September 21, 2012

Nourish Your Hands With Soap & Paper

Are you looking for an “all natural” and paraben, phthalate, and  petroleum free hand cream???  Well look no further….. Soap & Paper Factory hand cream is packed with the best oils Mother Nature  provides to nourish your skin.  With the cold nip soon entering our  air, our  hands will start to dry out really fast! Soap & Paper Factory Marine Hand Cream is infused with moisturizing, ultra-hydrating shea butter meadowfoam, borage oil, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids to feed dry skin throughout any season. This luxurious, long lasting hand cream will hydrate and soothe the most fatigued, dry, rough skin for a  smoother, younger look. It absorbs quickly without your hands feeling  greasy.  I love the natural scent of “Marine”, it is not too perfumery but has a touch of fresh citrus, basil and green tea leaves. It comes in a beautiful floral design, recyclable, aluminum  tube which is easy to store in a desk drawer, car compartment, or pocket book.  Other fragrances include Geranium, Gardenia, Lavender, Green Tea, Verbena and Jasmine and they all can be found at   www.soapandpaperfactory.com.  

Soap & Paper Factory Marine Hand Cream is on the top of  my list for hydrating my skin….. the natural way!

 

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September 14, 2012

Very Suave

As a hairdresser, it is my job to recommend products to my clients in order for them to maintain their hair color and style at home.  I recommend everything from styling products, shampoos and conditioners, you name it.

The hardest thing to maintain is haircolor.  When I have a client who gets a high maintenance haircolor like red, or a high fashion color,  I recommend dry shampoo to prolong the color from fading.

Out of all the dry shampoos I have tried, my favorite is Suave Professionals Dry Shampoo and  Suave Professionals Waterless Foam Shampoo which is used to revive lifeless curls and remove oil from the scalp.  When I first used Suave Professionals, I was surprised at just how good and clean my hair and scalp felt without the use of water and shampoo.  Since I have color treated hair, of course I had to choose the hardest color to tend for, RED.  Suave Dry Shampoo has become a life saver and has prolonged my color.

I highly recommend using a dry or waterless foam shampoo the next time you are worried about your hair color fading and to revamp your style for one more day of sexy.

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September 9, 2012

Protect Your Skin for Life with MURAD’s Sunscreen and Sun Block

Dr. Murad says “Aging is a fact of life, looking your age is not.” Dr. Howard Murad, MD, FAAD, has discovered how to slow down the aging process. Dr. Murad has observed the mistakes people have made with their skin early on, and through his skincare products, those who want younger looking healthy skin can achieve just that. What we see as aging skin is actually damage caused by environmental factors like sun, pollution, drugs, toxins, stress etc. All of these elements contribute to skin damage. This can all be controlled and treated.

We should be protecting our skin, not just during the summer months but all year long. Dr. Murad advises us to Stop Skipping Sunscreen! To protect and repair our damaged skin we need to use full spectrum UVA/UVB Sun Protection daily, at least spf 15. Murad offers Waterproof Sunblock SPF 30 and it is formulated for face and body protection and especially for those with active lifestyles.

Murad Waterproof Sunblock SPF 30 protects elasticity, helps maintain skin firmness and hydrates your skin. Murad Sunblock SPF 30 also “prevents free radical damage to age-proof skin”.

You will find the same advantages in Murad’s Oil-Free Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30/ PA +++. This sunscreen an oil free, very light cream that easily absorbs into your skin protecting your skin from environmental dangers. Dr. Murad believes that skipping Sunscreen is one of the things we are doing wrong. Women often skip sunscreen because they are afraid to put too much product on their face. Dr. Murad suggests the following tip: Choose a moisturizer that already contains SPF or mix a sun protector with liquid makeup for a 2-in-one product.

These are great suggestions by Dr. Murad, ones that we should not take lightly. Visit http://www.murad.com and learn how you can protect your skin and look younger and healthier for life.

Guest blog by Donna Raheb

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September 7, 2012

Eco Chic: The New Trend in Skin Care

 

Just like every women, I put on my makeup in the morning and I take it off at night.  It’s like a cycle, we always wash our face at night to get rid of all the impurities and debris from the day. Although, I have noticed form personal experience that sometimes at night I do not always want to wash my face because I am too tired from the day.  Many times I would just go to bed without washing my face I was that tired.

When I started using Giovanni Eco Chic Cleansing Wipes, I never went to bed with my makeup on again.  All you need is one wipe and it takes all your makeup off without leaving your face feeling sticky or oily.  My main concern with any skin care is the fact that my skin is so sensitive to many of them.  Eco Chic Cleansing Wipes are dermatologist tested and fragrance free, keeping sensitive skin in mind.  Not only will these wipes cleanse your face, they will also hydrate and tone your skin to leave it looking soft, supple and healthy looking by drawing out toxins and exfoliating ones skin.

So next time you need a quick cleanse to remove the day away from your face try Giovanni’s Eco Chic Wipes.

Visit www.giovannicosmetics.com/giovanni.php and see for yourself.

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August 29, 2012

Glamourize in your Sleep

Beauty rest!  I know you have heard that getting a good night’s sleep is essential for your overall general health. What if I told you that one simple little thing on your bed could cause wrinkles and ratted up hair? You would think I was crazy wouldn’t you?  Well, yes I will admit that, but I am serious.  Your cotton pillow case can hold debris in it’s fibers and that nasty debris can get in your pores causing wrinkles, acne etc.

With Morning Glamour Silk Pillow Case you can get that great night’s sleep both inside and out.  The silkiness of the pillow case can give you a smooth  feel and make you feel all refreshed and relaxed in the morning.  Morning Glamour even helps protect your hair from becoming a knotted mess.  I can remember my mom bought me a silk pillow case when I was younger for a wedding I was going to. I had my hair done in french braids and in order to keep my hair from getting frizzy I used the silk pillow case and it really helped.

I suggest using Morning Glamour not just as a “must” but as a “want”.  After having experienced the feeling of Morning Glamour  silk pillow case I suggest you get one yourself.

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August 24, 2012

Feel Youthful, Energetic and Confident with Prevage

 


Do all women worry about aging? The answer is YES!!!  With the changing environment, stresses of daily life, and the many responsibilities women have in 21st century America, products that will enhance women to feel youthful, energetic, and confident can only make the aging process feel exuberating.

Prevage Hydrating Fluid “delivers sheer, lightweight moisture, infusing skin with vital ingredients that protect against environmental threats”Having used this product for several weeks, my skin feels soft, hydrated, and smooth.  Being a sun worshipper for many years, my skin has wrinkled, freckled, and simply aged!  Prevage Hydrating Fluid has begun to replenish my skin so I look healthier, rejuvenated, and hydrated.

Every morning I start my day with Prevage Hydrating Fluid feeling confident and radiant and I reapply every evening before I go to bed feeling revitalized.  At any age women want to feel young and full of life.  Taking the time to moisturize your skin will only lend a hand to feeling younger and prevent the many signs of aging.  If you do not take care of your skin, then let Elizabeth Arden’s Prevage Hydrating Fluid do the job for you!!

Visit http://www.elizabetharden.com  and view Elizabeth Arden’s extensive line of  Skincare, Make-up,  Fragrances and Gifts.

 

Prevage Triple Defense SPF 50 PA+++ by Elizabeth Arden will provide the necessary protection needed to prevent damaged skin caused from UVA, UVB, and Infrated-A (IRA) rays.  Current research has “identified Infrared-A radiation as a serious source of long term damage to skin”.  Therefore, using a Triple Defense Shield of SPF 50 will prevent sunburns, wrinkles, and any other signs of aging.

Having used this product for an entire summer, my skin has avoided the redness, blotchiness, and dryness that come along with being in the sun for long periods of time.  In fact, my skin has never felt so smooth and refreshed.  Additionally, Prevage Triple Defense contains “Idebenone and Thiotaine to deliver an extra level of protection against the visible signs of damage caused by IRA rays”.  If you do not want to give up the sun completely, then I strongly recommend Elizabeth Arden Prevage Triple Defense SPF 50 PA+++.  You can ride the waves, swim in the pool, and lounge at a tropical resort feeling protected and reassured that your skin is in excellent hands with Elizabeth Arden’s Triple Defense Technology.

Visit http://www.elizabetharden.com  and view Elizabeth Arden’s extensive line of  Skincare, Make-up,  Fragrances and Gifts.

 

Melissa Caffrey, Guest blogger

 

 

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August 22, 2012

Bigger is Better

“The bigger the hair the smaller the hips”- Fran Drescher (As Fran Fine “The Nanny”)

When I was younger the show, next to “I Love Lucy”, was “The Nanny”.  I thought everything about her was just so funny, but the one thing I always remembered was her hair.  In many episodes you would see Fran rolling, and backcombing, and hairspraying the dickens out of her hair to give it that big poofy “bubble” in the front.

I have found that nowadays the big “poof” is coming back (Sorry Snooki, Fran beat you to it).  Instead of doing all that rolling and spraying and backcombing, what if I told you that all you needed was two products.  I’m talking about BORGHESE Volumizing Gel and BORGHESE Thickening Cream.  BORGHESE Volumizing Gel is designed to give your hair the sexy volume we all want while the BORGHESE Thickening Cream is designed to make you hair look fuller without hair pieces.

My mom is an awesome example of someone whose hair is lifeless and thin (not to thin though, sorry mom).  When she uses her BORGHESE Thickening Cream I swear it looks like she put a curling iron in it.

So next time you are watching Fran do what it is she does to her “poof” remember one word BORGHESE and turn hours into minutes.

To view other fabulous Hair care and skincare products, Visit http://www.borghese.com/

 

 

 

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August 13, 2012

Professional Style at Home

You spent all that time flat ironing your hair and now you have little bits of frizz coming out.  You keep asking yourself how can I get rid of this?  The answer is simple.  You need John Frieda’s FRIZZ-EASE 3-Day Straight Semi-Permanent Straightening Spray and Heat Protectant.

It is true that girls with straight hair want curly and curly haired girls want straight.  I was one of those curly girls who would spend hours flat ironing her hair to get it nice and straight. My only problem I had was the humidity in this hot Florida weather. It was causing my hair to frizz up and feel stringy.  Now I have learned to like my curls so I only use a flat iron on my bangs to give them a straight sleek look. A couple sprays of 3-Day Straight and one swipe on each section with my flat iron, my bangs are soft, smooth and frizz free.

Right after you towel dry your hair spritz 3-Day Straight all through the parts you want to flat iron and you can either let it dry naturally or you can take your hairdryer and a brush to it to help it with the straightening process.  For extremely curly hair use a brush to help aid you in the process.

So the time spent to flat iron your hair will not be wasted with John Freida’s 3 -Day Straight.  Give your hair some loving too.

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August 9, 2012

Supergoop SPF 30+…Not Just Another Sunscreen

When I first tried Supergoop SPF 30+ City Sunscreen, I felt like it was going to be “just another sunscreen”. Well, it was not!!!!! Before heading out on my kayaking trip, I applied Supergoop SPF 30+ City Sunscreen to my sensitive skin. This product protected my skin from the sun exposure all day with one application. It moisturized and hydrated my skin throughout the day without feeling like a heavy, greasy cream or a thick lotion. I adored its light, serum-like texture which did not clog my pores or make me sweat. I did not have to worry about applying it to my face because it did not burn or sting when near my eyes. Supergoop SPF 30+ City Sunscreen had a pleasant, light smell. The compact bottle with its air proof dispensing system, dispensed the right amount to cover my face, and it conveniently stored in my life jacket. I was very impressed with this product!!!!

When I returned from my trip, I researched Supergoop SPF 30+ City Sunscreen. Not only does it work and feel wonderful – This product contains antioxidants E and B5 to optimize skin health and promotes nutrient absorption, and cell renewal to reduce the look of fine lines, age spots, and wrinkles. It protects skin from daily UVA and UVB sun exposure and environmental stress. Supergoop SPF 30+ City Sunscreen provides 24 hours of continuous moisture and stimulates the repair of existing UV damage to even further combat premature aging. It is formulated without Parabens, Sulfates, Synthetic Fragrances, Synthetic Dyes, Petrochemicals, Phthalates, GMOs, and Triclosan. It is healthy, lightweight and comes with SPF 30– it is everything I have been searching for! It is a very innovative product and I highly recommend it !!!!!

Visit http://supergoop.com to view their entire line of “Clinically tested, Paraben, Fragrance and Oxybenzone free UV Protection” suncare products.

Laurie Carcieri, Guest Blogger

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