Posts tagged hair
Living Proof No Frizz
14 years ago
Every month or so I receive a postcard from Sephora offering free samples. I always take advantage of them, even if I don’t think I need the product. In this case I was excited to try out No Frizz Styling Cream, a product from Living Proof.
My hair is naturally wavy, if left alone it becomes an unruly mass of frizz neither curly nor straight. Thankfully the pony tail always comes to the rescue and on exceptionally bad days you will see me with a braided pony tail. Now I have to make a confession and admit I’m new to styling products, a child of the 80’s when pink Aqua Net ruled, I never realized it mattered which product I used to tame my hair.
Living Proof offers a complete line of anti-frizz products, so far the only one I’ve used is the Straight Making Styling Cream and I love it. First of all, it smells great and it made me styling faster, my hair feels very silky and touchable afterwards and it stays that way without having to add half a can of hair spray (like in the good ol’ days).
If you go to the Living Proof website, you can see videos and information on how they came up with the revolutionary technology to control the frizz. Instead of using Silicone, like most products on the market, they use a new molecule invented by their scientists called PolyflouroEster, which helps block the humidity without weighing down the hair. Also they do not test on animals, so you can rest assured purchasing their products.
You can find the No Frizz line as well as their Hold and Full lines in Sephora or at the Living Proof website. The product price ranges from $14 to $35, and they also offer intro kits with 4 products at only $39. Not sure which product is perfect for you? The Living Proof website has a handy questionnaire that will help you decide.
Simple Summer Hairstyles
14 years ago
Sure, summer is an opportune time to experiment with new cuts and styles, but it’s also an occasion to relax and handle your hair with ease. In celebration of a relaxed summer mode, wouldn’t it be splendid to look effortlessly chic using only a few hairstyles? If you’re like me (a bit lazy, I admit it!) and take pleasure in beautifying yourself in just 10 to 15 minutes, these hairstyles can be relished year around, no matter which season!
I’d like to begin with the side braid, which is elegant, fabulously versatile, and perfect for a trip to the beach or a night out.
For another style, try a messy ponytail. Put a bit of styling product on your strands and work it through the rest of your hair, letting it dry, and then scoop your hair up in a ponytail. Don’t worry about the loose strands or little bumps here and there — relax, that’s exactly what you want!
Lastly, if you’re looking for the ultimate sophisticated look, try the ballerina bun. And if your hair needs a wash, add a little dry shampoo, tie your hair back in a high ponytail, and twist the tail until it creates a bun.
Don’t fret about your hair this summer; take a deep breath, have fun in the sun, and remember, your hair can still look superb with minimal effort.
Bottled Grey Beauties
14 years ago
It’s an epidemic. Aging beauties are taking any means necessary to stay youthful. Botox, tummy tucks, breast augmentations, you name it… women are shelling out the nickels and dimes to get it. Even young women are taking preemptive measures to ensure that their bodies are preserved to how they look while they are in their early twenties. But this is a bit extreme compared to the average American woman who will opt out for a box of cover-up hair dye and over the counter topical creams instead of going under the knife. But while women over thirty are fighting the clock, girls in their early to mid twenties are trying to rock the salt and pepper do.
No one can deny that the late Bea Arthur rocked the grey hair graciously during the duration of the Golden Girls but going grey and embracing it is very different than trying to achieve silver locks. Golden strands have been a beauty trademark for centuries but it started to get boring. Girls were becoming Blonde-orexics… trying their hardest to reach the blondest they can (often an almost white-blonde). But this got BORING. Red? Boring. Pink? Been there… done that. Blue and Purple? A little tacky. The frontier of hair color had been explored to its limits! … or so we all thought.
Grey was an untouched territory for young celebutaunts, socialites, and models. It was reserved for older men and women who were aging gracefully (or carelessly in some peoples opinion… not mine). How avant-garde and fresh! It has been described as “understated…classy…perfect”. Fashionistas like Pixie Geldof have decided it is time to embrace the evitable and just dye it grey now! Sure, this look can work if you’re a trailblazing eccentric celebrity who is trying to break the mold and explore new fashion grounds but what about the everyday woman? Can this look be pulled off by an ordinary young man or woman?
This weekend I had my first exposure to a young silver headed individual. I was at first perplexed (because I wasn’t sure if it was grey or light purple) but I soon realized that I was looking at the first leak of this untouchable trend in the real world and I was then intrigued. Was I intrigued because this look was flattering and beautiful? No. I was shocked and a little horrified. Just like rainbow hair or any unnatural hair color I feel like it ages this person I saw but not in the way you would think. They looked young… hot topic young and I can say that I won’t be trying out this trend anytime soon. I am a natural girl now after bleaching my hair and scalp to a state of permanent damage and I will wait for my locks to be seasoned by salt and pepper naturally when I am ripe and ready.
The Bowl Cut is making a comeback
14 years ago
Every few years, we’ll see a celebrity in a movie or on the red carpet with a new hairstyle and shortly after, you’ll see that same style on the streets. Take Sienna Miller’s hair in Factory Girl for example!
Lately, I’ve been noticing a hairstyle that seems to be catching on, and I’m a little concerned! The Bowl Cut is making a comeback! Yikes!
Way back in 1925, the bowl cut hairstyle was made famous by Moe from the Three Stooges, in the 60’s we saw a modern version of the bowl cut on the Beatles, and then again in the 80’s we saw this style on all the boys in our classroom!
And now, here it is again! But this time it’s not just for boys. Some of the trendiest ladies in Hollywood are sporting this style.
Even Lady Gaga’s dancers are sporting the bowl cut!
Rihanna holds the position of the most extreme bowl cut I’ve seen yet….
Hairstyles are like fashion; cyclical and seasonal. So if you’re thinking about getting this bowl cut style, think about it long and hard…because this style can’t be easy to grow out (good thing Rihanna has money for wigs and extensions)!
What do you think about the bowl cut? Would you rock this style?
What’s with the Frizz??
14 years ago
With the temperatures rising and humidity approaching that can bring one thing, frizzy, yucky hair days. If you’re like me with naturally curly hair and carry around a hair-band just in case, you’re probably wondering if there’s a better way around the mess. Well, I’ve learned that there is, so I’m going to test out a few things to hopefully put an end to this embarrassing frizzyness that’s been a reoccurrence all my life.
So, I’ve read that switching up a hair care routine is definitely a must, especially during the change of seasons. But, what’s the best product and how many products do I actually need to use? There are a multitude of hair products for frizzy hair but finding the right one for each unique head of hair can be a challenge. Also, in order to find the right one for you might require testing a few to see what works.
From my experience, Frizz-Ease Hair Surum worked wonders for my hair. But, after a few days of using it I noticed a little build-up so I backed down and used it every other day or as needed. It’s easy to use and definitely cost effective, running about $10 per bottle.
Bumble and Bumble’s Deeep conditioner (yep, there’s an extra ‘e’ in there) is known for being one of the best products for frizzy hair and I like that it’s a once a week thing. Deep conditioning the hair once a week for about 20 minutes is a great way to get shiny manageable hair that is still, cost effective priced at about $22 per bottle.
Another product out there that will help eliminate the frizzies but is also great all year round is WEN by Chas Dean.
This isn’t like your ordinary shampoo experience; it doesn’t come with lather and the need for conditioner. It’s a 2-in-1 shampoo that supposedly adds richness to your hair. The cleansers are made with natural ingredients, and contain no sodium laurel sulfate or other damaging detergents found in shampoos. WEN not only cleanses your scalp and hair but it also moisturizes, soothes, strengthens and adds sheen. It doesn’t lather; rather, it creates smooth foam when mixed with water. Since it’s probably a good idea to switch hair care regimens, this could be an option worth trying since they offer a trial period of 60 days.
Grey Hair Feature in Sunday Times Style Magazine
14 years ago
My boyfriend and I were watching American Idol last night and he made a comment about Lilly Scott’s grey hair. He didn’t understand why she’s purposefully color it grey. He also thought I sounded snotty, and “above the trend” to know that it was a popular hair color, which still makes me a little mad, because I don’t feel above the trend and definitely don’t think of myself as snotty.
I was determined to find a story, or lots of photos of young hipsters with grey hair to show him, and was relieved to find this article in the Sunday Times Style Magazine (although I’ve actually never heard of this magazine before). This story outlines the grey hair youth movement from east London, to models on the Paris catwalks. The story says that an understated grey is directional, classy and perfect right now. Apparently Victoria Beckham and Karen O are getting in on the act by letting their own silver strands peep through.
Naturia Dry Shampoo Product Review
15 years ago
Elizabeth and I tried Rene Furterer’s Naturia Dry Shampoo last night.
The Good: Within minutes of using Naturia Dry Shampoo we noticed oils in our hair and scalp had been absorbed. Our hair felt light and looked pretty healthy. This product does not contain: Parabens, Sulfates, Petro Chemicals, Phthalates or Triclosan.
The Bad: it’s an aresol can, and aresol cans are known for clogging to a point that the products are no longer useable.
At $24 for 3.2oz this product is worth buying. The product seems perfect for eliminating oils while avoiding frequent shampooing, and maintaining your hairstyle, and thats really all we need Dry Shampoo to do.
Finley Hair Powder
15 years ago
Finley Hair Powder is a solution for those of you that have oily hair and do not want to wash daily. Finely Hair Powder was created to help anyone suffering from dull or oily hair. Containing a blend of finely milled powder it absorbs oils, enhances volume and leaves hair smelling great. Available in different shades that will also help hide gray.