Golden Globes Look – Loose Waves Ouidad Curl Recovery Whipped Curls Daily Conditioner and Styling Primer
Loose waves stole the show  at the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards and proved to be the hairstyle of choice for many of the red carpet’s finest. Jennifer Lopez, Nicole Kidman, Jessica Alba and Amanda Seyfried were just a few rocking romantic, loose waves. Morgan Willhite, Creative Director at the Ouidad, shares styling tips for achieving some of last night’s golden looks!

Morgan’s Tips:
· A styling primer, such as the Ouidad Curl Recovery Whipped Curls Daily Conditioner and Styling Primer, is key to achieve the Hollywood glamour loose wave look
· Wash your hair with a nourishing shampoo and conditioner to help repair damage and promote shine and then add a hair styling primer and a volumizer to damp hair
· For ideal volume, try the new Ouidad Play Curl™ Volumizing Styling Spray
· Separate hair into medium sized sections and dry and curl hair with styling tools (such as 1” velcro roller or hot rollers)
· Gently use your fingers to break up curls for volume
· Add a dime sized amount of the primer to the ends of hair to prevent frizz and flyaway’s

The Curl Recovery Whipped Curls Conditioner and Primer is awesome! The formula has a triad of functions: styling primer, daily conditioner and leave-in hair mask. The rich, thick cream melts into your hair, hydrating a variety of curly hair types. My naturally curly hair gets really dry but the balance of condition without weighing my hair down is a tough balance.

I love this product because I can alter how I use it based on my hair is feeling. As you can see in the picture above it comes out like a nice rich frosting, so for most days I use it as a conditioner and rinse out. If I happen to have tortured my hair  with a hair dryer and flat iron I like to use it as a style primer. It conditions my hair and leave soft, bouncy curls that are never greasy or weighed down. The formula is so rich a little goes a long way making it a great value.

Curl Recovery Whipped Curls Daily Conditioner and Styling Primer
· Sulfate free daily conditioner that restores, softens and conditions curls
· Formula provides for soft and supple hair and primes hair for styling
· Formulated with a unique triple Olive Oil blend and Green Tea Extract
· $26 for 8.5 fl oz at Ouidad.com, Ouidad salons and ULTA

Must be the magic of the polymer blend because the Ouidad Curl Volumizing Styling Spray has done wonders for my naturally curly hair. I have long, thick, fine curly hair unfortunately my curls tend to look more 80′s hair band then nice loose curls. I have noticed since I started using the Ouidad Curl Volumizing Spray a few improvements in my hair. First it has dramatically improved the volume of my hair my curls look great and full from the root to tip. It also has helped soften my curls instead of bad perm look my curls are softer and looser and I can’t believe they stay looking great all day! If you are tired of fighting your curly hair only to put it in a bun try out this spray!

Play Curl Volumizing Styling Spray
· Unique polymer blend technologically defines, accentuates and holds natural curl patterns so waves and curls are instantly defined
· A blend of Wheat Proteins, Wheat Amino Acids and Glycerin deliver moisture and condition curls for increased manageability and softness
· Easy spray on application to clean, damp hair provides even coverage and a soft hold
· Available for $22 for 8.5 fl oz. at Ouidad.com, Ouidad salons and ULTA

Ouidad knows the importance of the right products for taking care of those perfect curls. I love the Ouidad line, they have everything to keep my curls soft and frizz free.

• Take advantage of 25% off all orders by using the code FFCURL during check out
• Additionally, receive 2 days of free shipping on all orders

Elemental Herbology
A professional and home spa skincare range, Elemental Herbology combines bio-active ingredients with sophisticated technology and luxurious plant oils to create high performance, nutritious skincare

• Free Shipping on all order over $40.
• Free gift with purchases over $100

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This is a great way to try a few Elemental Herbology products; a starter kit with cleanser, moisturizer, mask and peel. My skin gets a little crazy this time of year and I was looking for something to help clear it up. I am really impressed with the Elemental Herbology Oil Control Starter kit.  I am just a week in and I am loving how my skin looks and feels. Along with keeping shine at bay and I have seen a huge improvement in clarity. 

Oil Control Starter Kit.
$60.00

Cool & Clear .8oz
Moisture Milk .5oz
Facial Detox .5oz
Facial Glow .5oz
Muslin Cloth

Description
The ultimate starter kit to help control oil and break-outs. Contains an anti-bacterial facial cleanser and moisturizer plus a weekly mask and exfoliator. Ideal for when skin is feeling congested and unbalanced.

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Such an amazing deal all these great holiday products and only $9.99! I love the mini holiday lotions they smell delicious and absorb quickly leaving my hands soft and moisturized. Grab the Holiday hot deal before its gone and get great products for yourself and stocking stuffers all in one kit. 

Avon’s 12-Piece Holiday Hot Deal –  On Sale $9.99

Set includes:

4 Holiday Hand Creams
One each of the following:
- Vitamoist
- MOISTURE THERAPY Intensive Healing & Repair
- SKIN SO SOFT Signature Silk
- Silicone Glove
Each, 1.5 fl. oz. Each, a $0.99 value.

4 Holiday Sweets Lip Balms
One each of the following:
- Peppermint
- Berry Blizzard
- Sugar Cookie
- Cinnamon Spice
Each, .15 oz. net wt. Each, a $0.99 value.

3 NATURALS KIDS Bath Time Body Paints
One each of the following:
- Crazy Coconut
- Groovy Grape
- Cheery Cherry
Each, 1.7 fl. oz. Each, a $1.99 value.

1 Holiday Sweets Mini Emery Board
3 1/2″ H x 3/4″ W. A $0.79 value.Get quick relief from dry hands with your favorite hand cream, now packaged in a pretty holiday design.

Congrats to our winner Peggy! Watch your inbox.

Do you ever feel like you can’t escape a bad hair day? Ouidad understands this feeling and created a video to express the frustration of a frizzy hair day. In the video, Ouidad also introduces the new addition to their award winning Climate Control Collection, the Ouidad Frizz and Flyaway Fighter. This revolutionary product will help tame frizz so that measures, like those seen in the video, can be avoided.

Ouidad’s Climate Control Collection are specifically formulated for the unique needs of curly hair. The products are gentle, deeply moisturizing and help achieve healthy hair. The formulations are lightweight and water soluble leaving hair free of residue, product build up and frizz.

The Ouidad Climate Control collection includes:

Climate Control Defrizzing Shampoo
An extremely gentle shampoo for normal or chemically treated hair that protects curls and maintains color without stressing the hair
Sulfate free formula cleanses hair without stripping hair of its natural oils
· Shea Butter, Ceramide 2, Glycerin, and Sodium Hyaluronate (Ouidad’s Humidity Shield Complex) provide a residual layer of microspheres that remain attached to the hair for longer lasting benefits; the complex also helps balance hair’s humidity resistance and control frizz
$18 at Ouidad.com

Climate Control Defrizzing Conditioner
A luxurious, sulfate free conditioner that hydrates and nourishes dry, thirsty curls
Safe for color treated, permed, and straightened curls
Rich Amino Acids penetrate the hair shaft and infuse strands with the hydration necessary for well defined curl formation and smoothness
· Shea Butter, Ceramide 2, Glycerin, and Sodium Hyaluronate (Ouidad’s Humidity Shield Complex) provide a residual layer of microspheres that remain attached to the hair for longer lasting benefits; the complex also helps balance hair’s humidity resistance and control frizz
$20 and Ouidad.com

Climate Control Heat & Humidity Gel
A must have styling aid that works with the humidity to be the ultimate frizz preventer
Wheat Protein complex has a shielding effect on the hair that “breathes” with the humidity, protecting the hair shaft and helping to prevent hair from expanding
$22 at Ouidad.com

Climate Control Frizz & Flyaway Fighter
Fosters long lasting shine and protects curls from the elements
Can be layered over any product for the perfect finishing touch
Use as a pre styler on damp hair to stop flyways before they start
Safe for chemically treated hair
$22 at Ouidad.com

MakeHerUp CONTEST: 

•  There will be 1 winner.
• Winner will win receive  a Complete Ouidad Climate Control collection valued at $88.
• To enter Like “Ouidad” and MakeHerUp on Facebook and follow Ouidad on Twitter and tell us “What is your favorite part of Spring?” Then leave your name and email info in our comments.
• Contest runs Friday, 03/23/12 to Friday, 03/30/12
• US  residents only
• After the winner has been announced, you will have 48 hours to respond.

Runway Beauty Trend Ponytails Tail Tips from Ouidad Creative Director, Morgan Willhite

Always a constant in a woman’s hair repertoire, it now seems the ponytail is more of a hot trend than staple look. Curl driven, soft and wavy ponytails were spotted on a plethora of runways at New York Fashion Week over the last few days. From the looped and tucked tails at Carolina Herrera to the embellished ponytail twists at Derek Lam, locks in favor of ponytails were clearly polished, playful, setting the stage for hair trends in 2012. Morgan Willhite, Creative Director at Ouidad offers her expertise to replicate these runway inspired ponytails for curly girls nationwide.

“The best part about ponytails is that they are low maintenance yet they look high fashion. Although they are a great option for most hair types, they are especially attractive on curly hair,” says Willhite. Ponytails can be fun or sophisticated and the only requirement is that your hair is at least medium length. “All you need is a touch of the Ouidad Clear Control pomade, a few sprays of the new Frizz and Fly Away Fighter and a hair elastic to make this trend work for you,” says Willhite.

Morgan’s Tail Tips

• Brush your hair with a comb or the Ouidad Double Detangler ($24 at Ouidad.com) and apply the Ouidad Climate Control Gel ($22 at Ouidad.com) throughout the hair to reduce frizz
• Put an elastic band around your right wrist and hold your hair in your left hand; with your right hand brush the hair back smoothly; curly hair tends to be dry, so spray a bit of water to keep it damp as you work
• Open the hand holding the hair as you brush the hair through; smooth out the front adding Ouidad Climate Control Gel to control curls
• Use your left hand to slide the elastic off your right wrist and onto the base of the ponytail
• Let some curls escape the ponytail for a romantic look
• Try a loose ponytail if you have thick curly hair
• Apply the new Ouidad Frizz and Flyaway Fighter ($22 at Ouidad.com) to the finished look to help reduce frizz and keep the flyaways tamed

Ouidad’s ultimate frizz-fighting trio is a must have for anyone with curly or wavy hair. I have noticed a dramatic improvement in my curls. They have great shape without getting the dreaded midday frizz, even when I touch my hair the curl stays strong and frizz free.

Ouidad’s NEW Ultimate Frizz Fighting Trios

Good things come in 3’s this holiday season! Get a jump start on your holiday shopping with Ouidad’s NEW Ultimate Frizz Fighting Trios. Whether you are looking to impress the curly glamour girl or the jet setter in your life, look no further than Ouidad and indulge your giftees with the Ultimate Frizz Fighting Trios.

Ouidad Ultimate Frizz Fighting Trios
Each set contains the Ouidad Climate Control Defrizzing Shampoo and Conditioner and the Climate Control Heat and Humidity Gel
The Climate Control Defrizzing Shampoo and Conditioner contains Ouidad’s exclusive Humidity Shield Complex that acts as a protective barrier against heat, humidity and other environmental factors
The Climate Control Gel Wheat Protein complex has a shielding effect on the hair that “breathes” with the humidity, protecting the hair shaft and helping to prevent hair from expanding
The trio deposits shine, diminishes frizz and wards off static and split ends

Availability
The Trio comes in the 8.5 oz Set for $46 and the 2.5 oz Set for $22 at Ouidad.com

Mary Rozzi

Ouidad Holiday Hair Tips

The Holidays are upon us! Step up your style and be passionate about your curls by adding some pizzazz with the help of Ouidad Creative Director, Morgan Willhite. Start with a healthy curly hair foundation and create curls that scream sensation style.

Make Curls Behave This Holiday Season
The best way to make curls and unruly behave is to keep hair healthy; use a deep conditioning treatment on your hair every two weeks to “feed” your hair and keep it strong, shiny and healthy; the Ouidad Deep Treatments ($25) is ideal
Hydrated hair is the foundation and lifeline for curls; let your curls dry naturally, with no heating tools
The less you handle or play with your hair, the better off you are – don’t run fingers through it or touch it too much
Use the Ouidad Climate Control Heat and Humidity Gel ($22) and Moisture Lock Conditioner ($22); these products nourish your hair, tame frizz and smooth flyaway’s in any weather
Holiday Glam Curls
Begin by shampooing and conditioning your hair with the Ouidad Climate Control Defrizzing Shampoo ($18) and Conditioner ($20)
While the hair is still wet, spritz it with the Ouidad Botanical Boost ($16) to preserve the moisture
Dry slightly with a blow dryer on medium heat and set your hair with medium heat rollers
Morgan recommends Tourmaline Static Free Rollers
Set the top center row of the rollers going back all the way to the back of
the head, and the sides of the head down
When the rollers have cooled, remove them from the hair and apply the Ouidad Shine Glaze Serum ($20) to your palms and run your hands all over the set hair
Follow with a natural bristle brush and brush your hair gently for couple of minutes to relax the set
Using your fingers, part your hair in the center to allow the flow of the set (using a comb would cause the hair to fan out)
Yoou can also ad beautiful accessories to your curly hair for an extra touch of glam
Necklaces as headbands are always a nice touch

All Ouidad products can be purchased at Ouidad.com.

Ouidad is calling all want-to-be curly hair models to the Flagship salon in Manhattan. The curl experts are recruiting female models with wavy or curly hair for upcoming stylist training sessions to take place on September 18th, September 19th, October 9th and October 10th, 2011.

Benefits of being a Ouidad hair model?
Free haircut and styling
All services are performed by stylists under the supervision of a professional Ouidad Educator
Each stylist will design a suitable style based on models unique features
Women models are welcome and must be 18 years of age to apply

The training sessions will take place at the Ouidad Salon and Curl Education Center located at 37 West 57th Street, 4th Floor.

Models interested can visit http://www.ouidad.com/salon_locator/hair_model_info.asp and apply today.