We have been getting a lot of calls lately about the new Jumbo/Large Caruso rollers. Caruso has updated their look — but rest assured, you are still getting the same great product/size you have always received! The new style of the rollers includes all of the same petite, small, and medium rollers however they have changed the Jumbo/Large. The plastic portion used to support the foam is now the same size for both Jumbo AND Large, but the foam add-on’s are still sized appropriately. As you can see if you look at the above photo, the plastic pieces appear to be the same size. But, when you look at the bottom circular portion of the plastic piece you can see the difference in size is still there. The Jumbo sized foam piece comes much closer to the edge of the roller than the Large. Hope this helps clear up some confusion! Below is a quick styling video by Caruso if you have never used the steam rollers and are curious as to how they work!  :)

Question: What do you do the day after getting your hair colored?

Answer: Getting your hair colored should not change your hair care routine tremendously, however there are a few things to change or add to your usual hair regimen. If you are not already using a color care shampoo and conditioner, this is a crucial step to prolonging the life of your hair color. Be sure any shampoo’s you use are safe for color treated hair. Another important step in maintaining your hair color is using a thermal protectant product to protect your hair from any heat styling. Constant heat on your hair will cause the cuticle to open, allowing the vibrancy of your hair to dwindle so be sure to protect those strands and keep that cuticle sealed!

I tried out a new hair product this weekend – Crack, a Habit Forming Hair Fix. The name says it all! It’s a hydrating, smoothing, all-in-one hair product!

Description: An addictive, hair transforming treatment, Crack® revamps the look and feel of dry, damaged strands to simplify your styling regimen and deliver a smooth, polished finish. Created by stylists, it features silk protein to fortify follicles and hydrolyzed silk to soften and nourish, promoting strong, healthy hair that shines.

Texture: The texture of the product was a cross between a creme, and a gummy wax, however it applied easily to wet hair and finger combed evenly right through.

Smell: The smell was very fresh and delicate!

Application: I used a dime sized amount and applied it evenly on wet hair with my fingers, then used a detangling comb to pull through the ends.

Results: My hair is smooth, shiny, and very soft! I will probably used a little less next time because it seems that a little goes a long way — I would definitely make this part of my normal hair routine. My hair feels extremely manageable!

I have to admit I was VERY nervous to try this product because of the “orange” color that some spray-on style tans will give you and that nasty smell that lingers until you can shower, however this product proved me wrong! The application was easy, and it left my fair skin nicely bronzed without having a base tan undernearth! This is perfect for those of us who have fair skin and can’t get that golden brown tan without burning! Bonus – you won’t have to face the damaging sun to achieve these results.

Description: fast-drying & non-sticky formula. Fake Bake Flawless Self-Tan Liquid combines ease of application with intense professional colour development. Flawless is applied with a professional mitt (INCLUDED) in effortless gliding strokes for a perfectly even tan. The dual function cosmetic bronzer assists in making the application even easier (shows-where-it-goes) providing an instant golden tan. The fast drying, fast absorbing formula is transfer resistant, so can be worn throughout the day. Formulated with Fake Bake’s exclusive triple tan formula (DHA boosted by DMI & Erythulose) for an intense tan that lasts longer. Suitable for all skin tones and skin types. Pleasantly fragranced with a tropical scent.
Feel: This product applied easily and evenly and dried almost instantly on the skin.
Smell: This product has a very light tropical smell – and the smell doesn’t change as the product works on your skin!
Application: The application was beyond easy! The kit comes with a velour style mit that you spray the product on. Once you spray some product on the mit, you rub it on in circles (almost like buffing) and you can immediately see the color, making it SUPER easy to prevent streakiness and get a nice even tan!
Results: I have a great golden brown tan in no time! It’s 100% even and not “patchy” around my knees or elbows. I will definitely be using this product again!

Basket weave hairstyles are highly requested this season! This is a an awesome style to show off some multi-dimensional haircolor! Check out this video to learn how you can start mastering this hairstyle at home!

Get that salon style deep conditioning treatment at home by using this heat cap by Gold ‘n Hot! Rev-up the effectiveness of your conditioners and deep oil treatments by helping them infuse your hair! Heat will open up the cuticle allowing more moisture and penetration from your favorite conditioning products. This product works great with a Maijan Argan Oil Treatment!

Description: 

• All natural and Sulfate Free- encouraged for daily use on ALL hair types
• Leaves hair clean, incredibly hydrated, and healthier than ever before
• Noticeable improvement in shine and strength in just one wash
• Gentle enough for the most sensitive of scalps, strong enough for the unruliest of hair

Feel: The shampoo had just the right amount of lather and the conditioner left my hair manageable without weighing it down.

Smell: Both the shampoo and conditioner have a pleasant smell that isn’t overpowering at all!

Application: I lathered up with the shampoo once then followed up with the conditoner, leaving it on for about 2 minutes.

Results: My hair was soft, and VERY shiny. I let my curly hair dry naturally and noticed it was much more soft and manageable than usual.

Have you been noticing that you just can’t style your hair the same as your Hairstylist does, even when you are using all of the same products and brushes? Turns out, it may be because you are using the wrong type of blow-dryer for your hair type.

It seems that almost everyone is raving about all of the new ionic technology out there that will blow your hair dry in less than half the time — but is the Ionic technology right for everybody? The answer is NO!

For thick/course hair that naturally has a ton of volume, the Ionic dryers would be perfect! However, for those of us with thin hair, the ionic technology might be over-drying us and causing our hair to be flat (no matter what brush you are using!). So, if you aren’t achieving the look you desire, trying switching it up to a dryer that isn’t ionic like the Elchim 2001 or ask your stylist what type of drying she uses to style your hair!

Just got a great customer review on the Maijan oil! — “I have been using this product for several years and it is my go to daily face moisturizer as well as a great hair conditioner…Leaves your skin radiant and hydrated without greasy residue..Leaves hair shiny and reduces the frizzies….Terrific product I could not do without!”
Thanks for your feedback Leslie!

Have you heard about Elchim’s incredible warranty on their hairdryers? These dryers are perfect for stylists who rely on their tools to make a living. Elchim backs all of their hairdryers with an UNLIMITED lifetime warranty. That kind of confidence is definitely assuring when buying a tool for daily use! Elchim will replace or repair your dryer and the only additonal cost you would pay is shipping! Learning about this warranty makes me glad I invested in an Elchim.