Archive: Hair

Ashlee Simpson-Wentz goes back to blonde – what do you think?

Husband Pete Wentz posted this picture of his newly-blonde wife (and son Bronx) on Twitter last night. He wrote, “Yah fam headed out tonight stoked! Cute hair mama!”

What do you think of her new hair color?

Stop what you’re doing, try Pantene’s Product Finder now!

Do you ever stand in front of the shampoo and conditioner aisle, and feel overwhelmed? There are literally dozens upon dozens of choices. There is product for this type of hair – and that type of hair – and are you really sure which category you fall into? I’ve tried just about every drugstore brand available, and I have to admit I do it blindly. I’m not really sure which one I should be using, I usually just pick a familiar brand.

When I heard that Pantene had a new tool that would help me narrow down my choices, I was all over it.

Pantene has launched an amazing new tool, that helps you decide the perfect products for the best results. Do you want to know exactly what type of product you should be using to get the best results from your hair? Take a minute, and use this amazing tool on Pantene’s website to figure out which product would be best for you. I’ve done it myself, and I can tell you that in 10 short (but detailed, and to the point) questions – Pantene will tell you which products you should be using to get the best results. This is the first step to achieving beautiful, healthy hair! Start your Personal Hair Consultation by Pantene here!

As Pantene has researched the science behind hair structure, with Pantene’s new lineup of customized hair solutions, you can now make the hair you love last and last.

Once you complete the quiz consultation a new window opens, and recommends products for your individual hair! (Example below)

Above are my results when I took the quiz. It recommended Medium-Thick Hair Solutions for me. I was sent the products to test, and I’ve been trying them over the last two weeks.

Frizzy to Smooth Shampoo gently cleanses hair for a smooth, silky finish. The advanced formula strengthens strands against damage while calming frizz. The result is a healthy, sleek look that lasts all day.

Frizzy to Smooth Conditioner is formulated to help lock out humidity, defending hair against frizz. Moisturizers help nourish, condition and smooth hair to make it strong against damage and more manageable. The result is a smooth, sleek look that lasts all day.

Straighten and Smooth Crème has an anti-frizz formula that helps you achieve a silky, straight look with ease. Even in humidity, this velvety formula helps to prevent frizz from forming and conditions hair for satiny, shiny hair that’s smooth all day.

Anti-Humidity HS (aerosol) helps you create styles that can withstand the elements while adding glossy shine. The maximum hold hair spray helps freeze your style in place so it lasts through wind and humidity.

It really is such a relief to find products that actually do what they say. In the two weeks that I’ve been using the shampoo, I’ve noticed that my hair is stronger, healthier. I normally shed like a dog. It’s amazing I have any hair left to shed. This shampoo cut back the amount of hair I lose – and that says something. The conditioner coats my hair, makes it look and feel smooth an healthy. I know I have a good conditioner when I don’t have to put product on it. For the first time (in probably my whole life!) I’m able to use just shampoo and conditioner – and not feel absolutely embarrassed.  The Creme in this line is a nice bonus to my hair routine. I take a very small amount before I dry, and work it through my hair. After my hair is dry, I can tell there is an absolute difference in the way my hair looks.

Okay – enough from me, take a second and try the amazing new Product Finder by Pantene, see what products are perfect from your hair!

Disclosure: A free review sample of this product was provided by Pantene via Glam Media.

Katherine Heigl goes back to blonde, what do you think?

Katherine Heigl, who is a natural brunette, has gone back to blonde after a long hiatus.

Katherine normally has a golden blonde, which is actually very pretty on her. But this time, it looks like she hit the bottle a little too hard. That blonde is not attractive, if you ask me. Maybe it’s for a new movie?

What do you think?



MOTIONS Foaming Wrap Lotion – Must Have Blow Dry Lotion

The hair care industry’s best kept secret is now yours to share – Motions Foaming Wrap Lotion.  This lightweight foaming lotion, traditionally used for thicker and coarser hair types, is an emerging cult favorite amongst beauty industry insiders and high profile editorial and celebrity hair stylists.

This do-all wonder is great for a variety of hair types and does everything from enhancing curls, to holding wraps, wet sets and thermal styles, but is also great for fine/thinner hair types as a texturizing and volumizing mousse. The perfect pre-blow dry lotion, that gives you gorgeous volume, without the stiffness or residue that other texturizing products can leave behind.

The best part about it, you won’t break the bank. You can pick this star product up at any local drugstore for only $4.99!!

I can’t wait to try it!

Introducing Kerastase’s New Line, Bain Nutri-Thermique!

Karastase has launched a new line of haircare products, and they are amazing! Introducing their new line, Bain-Nutri-Thermique! I tried these products, and I absolutely adore them.

The purpose of this line is to provide dry or damaged hair with intense nourishment. My hair is definitely on the dry and damaged side, because I dye my hair about every two months. I found that my hair really responded well to these products, and is visibly softer/smoother.

Benefits:

  • Under the effect of heat, dry hair is intensely nourished, durably soft and shiny.
  • Hair is protected from the recurring drying-out process and the harmful effects of heat-styling tools.

Technology:

Step 1: Deep Nutrition. An exclusive complex of nourishing agents operates in the most sensitised areas of the fibre, offering intense nutrition to the hair. Cleanse your hair with Bain Nutri-Thermique’s intense nutrition shampoo. $34.00 Follow with the intense conditioner. $38.00

Step 2: Heat Activation. Heat activates the thermo-reactive formula, trapping the nourishing elements deep inside the hair fibre.

Step 3: Thermic Protection. The heat-activated formula creates a protective film all around the fibre to help prevent dryness.

I have to take some time here to talk about my favorite product of the line. The thermo-reactive intense nutrition masque is out-of-this-world amazing. I’ve used this twice now, and I can literally feel the difference for almost a week. It’s pricey – but let me just say, you get A LOT for your money, and it doesn’t take a lot when you use it. I guess this would last you 6 months. LOOOOVE IT! $60.00

Rock A Messy Side Braid Like These Celebrity Beauties!

There’s just something about a side braid that’s so effortlessly cute and girly! It’s such a versatile look that can easily go from day to night, seamlessly. Not to mention, it’s a style with staying power as the side braid has been a trend for quite some time and seems to be sticking around. What’s more is this style that A-list celebs are rockin’ is so easy to do! Celebrities including Ashley Greene, Audrina Patridge and Sohee have been recently seen sporting this fun, flirty hairstyle. Want to score the look? Sam Brocato, stylist and owner of the Sam Brocato Salon in New York City tells how to pull it off!

Get the look with these 4 easy steps from Sam:

Step 1: First, pull all of your hair over to one side. If you want your hair to be behind the ear, be sure to shift the hair in that direction before starting to braid.

Step 2: “If you have straight hair, spritz it with a texture spray like Brocato Back to the Beach to give it a ‘not so finished’ personality,” says Sam. Smooth the top with your hand and start to braid. “A typical three-strand braid works perfectly, but the more you experiment the more personalized the look will be,” says Sam.

Step 3: Once the braid is in place, tie the end with an elastic hair tie. Now, hold the braid in the middle with one hand. Then, with your free hand take one or two strands of hair at the end of the braid and pull on these strands of hair. Now gently push the braid in hand up towards the scalp in one-inch increments. Repeat a few times. This gives the braid a chunky, disheveled appearance.

Step 4: “Finally, take very small pieces of hair near the end of the braid and pull them free so there is a sort of unfinished, messy look to the braid,” advises Sam. That’s right, the look is supposed to be messy, on purpose!



Sometimes it’s worth it to splurge – Fekkai’s Glossing Line truly is the best!

I’m all about saving money – and buying beauty products that fit my budget. One place I NEVER splurge – is on shampoo and conditioner. I’ve found products that are okay – for $5 or less. And so when I tried Fekkai’s Glossing Shampoo and Conditioner, I think I could hear my hair follicles rejoicing.

I hate how much I love this shampoo and conditioner. How will I ever be able to wean myself off it!

One thing I will say for all these products below is even though they are a bit more spendy – they last a whole lot longer than most products. You don’t need to use as much, so they will last twice as long! I’ve had the Brilliant Glossing Sheer Mist for over a year now, and I’ve only used about half the bottle. So it’s worth the $$ for sure! Would I steer you wrong?

Fekkai’s Glossing Shampoo is a shine-enhancing shampoo infused with pure olive oil extract which gently cleanses and adds luster to normal or dull hair. ($21 – $35) Follow the shampoo with the Glossing Conditioner, which is enriched with pure olive oil and moisturizers, which adds luster and vibrance to normal or dull hair.($21 -$35)

After washing and conditioning, I follow with Glossing Cream which HANDS DOWN is the best styling cream I’ve ever used. Fekkai’s Glossing Cream is a styling cream with pure olive oil that eliminates frizz and adds moisture and shine to all hair types. While I may skimp on shampoo and conditioner – I NEVER skimp on product. This cream is worth every single penny I spend on it. ($21 -$27)

After drying my hair, I use a couple squirts of Brilliant Glossing Sheer Shine Mist, and my hair looks amazing. It’s like it’s not even my hair!

Feather-light mist delivers an even veil of shine with encapsulated olive oil plus all day long protection. This last impression – leaves sheer shine to finish any style.

Fekkai’s legendary shine collection infuses new Encapsulated Shine-Release Complex in its winnning olive oil formula to renew shine all day, strand by strand, minute by minute. ($9 – $23)