July 30, 2012

Nectar Never Looked so Good

 

The sweet smell of nectar can now be enjoyed in your body wash.  Winner of the Best of Beauty 2011 for Allure magazine, Thymes Agave Nectar Foaming Bath is surely the best bath wash I have ever used.

When I was a little girl I developed a sensitivity to certain kinds of body wash, bubble baths  and even body lotions.  It seemed that no matter what I used I would breakout in rashes all over my body.  My mom had to buy me all these none fragrance products and I hated it.  Even to this day I have to be careful of what I use.  When I first used the Thymes Agave Nectar, I was afraid of what would happen.  After a couple tries I noticed that my skin was soft and supple and there was no sign of a rash anywhere. I was sooooooo excited.

For anybody with sensitive skin, or who just likes the scent of agave nectar, ruby red grapefruit, tangy guava, and lemon blossoms, all blended into  one bottle,  give Thymes Agave Nectar Foaming Bath a try.  I’m sure you will not only  like it, but LOVE it.

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July 24, 2012

IT&LY For Your Hair

As a hairdresser (celebrity stylist in the making lol) my favorite thing  is styling.  Getting to add volume, shine and ending it with hairspray is something I just love doing.  Out of all the different products I have used I would have to say my favorite line is Purity Design by IT&LY Hair Fashion.  To see all the great products in the line visit:

http://www.italyhairfashion.com/

Pay special attention to the Purity Design Pure Molding Wax. It’s definitely an It’s a Glam Thing “Fave”!

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July 23, 2012

Katie Holmes Debuts Luxuriously Long Locks for ELLE (August 2012)

Hair Look:

Katie Holmes debuted luxuriously long hair and blunt bangs as she channeled her inner bombshell for the August cover of ELLE magazine.  This is a sexy side to the star, 33, that we haven’t seen before.

Wella Professionals Celebrity Stylist Andy LeCompte went for blunt bangs, then used Wella’s Velvet Amplifier volumizing serum to add rock ‘n’ roll tousle to the classic cut.

Feeling inspired? Here’s some tips on how to achieve the perfectly bouncy blow-out at home:

Andy LeCompte creates lightweight style by starting with a healthy foundation for hair using Wella Professionals Enrich Shampoo and Conditioner.  Prime wet hair with Wella Professionals Velvet Amplifier to smooth out hair follicles for the ultimate end-look. Wella Professionals Natural Volume Styling Mousse gives hair flexible movement with a soft hold when blow drying hair with a round brush.

Stylist: Andy LeCompte, Wella Professionals Celebrity Stylist

 About Wella Professionals Styling

Wella Professionals Styling represents a refined collection of international salon favorites and iconic products recently innovated to create an extensive range destined for hair greatness.  The new products combine wet styling, dry styling and finishing products, with each range offering four levels of hold.  Wella Professionals Care and Styling launched in May 2011 in professional salons across North America.  For more information, visit www.wella.com

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July 21, 2012

Teen Vogue Celebrates Back to School Shopping August 11th, 2012

Teen Vogue Celebrates Back-to-School Saturday on August 11

Consumers are invited to shop at more than 30 fashion and beauty retailers nationwide 
for exclusive Back-to-School Saturday discounts, giveaways, and more.

 

WHAT:           Get ready, get set, get shopping! Teen Vogue is declaring August 11, 2012, a national shopping holiday: Back-to-School Saturday. The go-to source for style-conscious teens and 20-somethings invites consumers to shop the best of back-to-school fashion, beauty, and more on BTSS.

On August 11, shoppers can take advantage of exclusive discounts, giveaways, and more at dozens of retailers nationwide. They can also download the Teen Vogue Insider app for iPhone and iPod touch to check in at participating stores, earn points to win exclusive Teen Vogue prizes (such as a trip to NYC and a $1,000 shopping spree), and map BTSS sponsors nearby locations. Plus, in Los Angeles, shoppers can check out a Back-to-School Saturday fashion show at The Grove, featuring Teen Vogue’s must-have styles for fall and makeovers provided by Maybelline.

WHO:             Participating retailers with exclusive Teen Vogue Back-to-School    Saturday offers include:

  • ·         Aéropostale: 30% off and a free pair of sunglasses
  • ·         AG Jeans: 15% off
  • ·         Clinique: Three-step consultations with an expert
  • ·         Dior: Deluxe sample at Sephora
  • ·         Express: $15 off $30
  • ·         Gap: 30% off
  • ·         Guess: 20% off denim
  • ·         H&M: 20% off
  • ·         LeSportsac: 20% off
  • ·         Maybelline: Limited-edition makeup bag
  • ·         Music & Arts: 15% off accessories, 30% off in-stock print music
  • ·         Shiseido: Gift with $25 purchase
  • ·         Staples: $5 off $25
  • ·         And many more!

WHEN:           Saturday, August 11, 2012

WHERE:        Participating retailers in cities nationwide.

Adrienne, Guest Blogger

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July 9, 2012

Turn up the Volume

Many women notice that when they get older their hair tends to thin out and cause balding.  Balding is not only caused by age, it can be caused by having had cancer, constant pulling of the hair and even childbirth.  As a hairstylist I get asked the question “How can I make my hair grow”?  Even though I don’t have the answer for making hair grow naturally, I can make you look like your hair grew in.

Evolve Volumizer has made many women across the United States regain their confidence in their appearances.  Evolve comes in a large supply of colors and textures, to give you a customized look. Once your color and texture have been selected and ordered ,the certified stylist can place Evolve wherever it needs to be on the scalp and then start the process off applying it to your own hair. Once Evolve has been attached and put in place, the stylist then can pull your own hair through little holes on the piece to blend the hairpiece with your hair to make it look more natural. It is made with 100% human hair so once it’s in place, Evolve then can be washed and styled like you would everyday.

I always feel sorry for women who don’t have the hair they want, but now there is hope.  Check out www.evolvinghair.com and see for yourself just what Evolve Volumizer can do for you.

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July 4, 2012

Ditch The Frizz, Love the Shine

One of my biggest pet peeves when it comes to my hair is frizz. No doubt about that. I have natural curls and it seems no matter how much hairspray I put in it or any other hair product, it still looks like it came out of the 80s. It wasn’t until recently that I just wanted to give up on ever getting rid of my frizz. When I first used Brazillian Blowout’s Acai Smoothing Serum I couldn’t believe my eyes. While my hair was still wet and before I put any product in it such as hairspray or gel, I smoothed the smoothing serum through from roots to ends. Then I combed my hair with a wide toothed comb to make sure it was fully saturated.

Being a hairdresser, I wanted to test the product just by itself so I could see what it does. I let my hair dry natural, without any hairspray or gel and didn’t even diffuse my hair. After it dried I used the Brazillian Blowout shine mist to give it shine and it looked like I had spent alot of time doing my hair.

So if you have frizz and you can’t seem to get rid of try Brazillian Blowout’s finishing acai smoothing serum and shine mist and get rid of the frizz.

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July 3, 2012

Does your Hair Rock????!!!!

While at the Premiere Orlando Beauty Show I got to meet famed hairstylist Michael O’Rourke. I watched him on stage and was fascinated with his energy and knowledge of this industry. While waiting to meet him I met his wife, Nicole, and some of his team members at his booth ‘Rock Your Hair”.

One of Michael’s team members, Stephanie, gave me the complete Michael O’Rourke Rock Your Hair treatment. Using the new “Bombshell Hair Powder” Stephanie took my hair from drab to fab. By just applying a little to the roots of my hair vamped it right up. I guess you could say I got “Micaheled”.

So if you want big, sassy, rock and roll hair, try Michael O’Rourke Rock Your Hair and get your own sexy big hair to day.

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June 24, 2012

Dazzling shoes….




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June 16, 2012

Hair: Its What To Wear

Ever since I got back from the Orlando Hair Show, I have had a new outlook on my whole career. I am more confident in how I do hair and how I address my clients sitting in my chair. I have noticed that my clients like my passion for what I do and that makes them want to come back and see me.

You know we all have people who inspire us. Someone we look up to who helps us realize just what it is we love to do. When I was at the show I got to meet my inspiration to become a hairdresser, Nick Arrojo. When I was in high school I always made it point to watch “What Not To Wear” on TLC. Next to “I Love Lucy” it was and is my favorite show. The best part about the whole makeover was seeing what hairstyle Nick would come up with. At the time I had no idea that hairdressing was what I really wanted to do but I did know that I loved fashion.

I was soooooo happy to meet Nick and tell him just what an inspiration he is to me. In high school I was interested in acting and singing. I loved being on stage and being seen my many people. At the show I saw Nick doing just that (minus the singing and acting). He was in front of people showing off his amazing skills and in his own way, he was “performing” for a big crowd of people. That is my dream, to be a platform artist.

After high school I was just like many other young adults. I had no idea what it was I wanted to do as a career. I jumped from thing to thing but could never settle on one particular career. It wasn’t until 6 months after I graduated did I know that the beauty industry was my calling. I always knew I was artistic but I knew I could not draw or paint. I decided to give hairdressing a try. While in beauty school I realized my love for hair. With the help of Nick Arrojo and my teachers hairdressing has become my passion and I would not give it up for the world. Thank you Nick Arrojo for being my inspiration.

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June 8, 2012

My Awesome Trip to The Beauty Show in Orlando Fl

I just returned from the Preimere Orlando Beauty Show a few days ago and I cannot even begin to tell you how much fun I had. It was like Disney World for hairdressers. While I was there I met Nick Arrojo from TLC’S What Not To Wear and Michael O’Rourke of “Rock Your Hair By Michael O’Rourke”.

Even though I didn’t get to take many classes I still learned alot about my industry and rediscovered my love for doing hair. To hear more about my trip stay tuned throughout the month of June for all my Beauty Show Discoveries.

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