Tag Archive for hairstyling

2008 Oscar Hair Highlights: Casual Chic

I was so geared up for the Academy Awards last night. Watching my favorite celebs all decked out in the most glamorous gowns, dripping with jewels, and perfectly coiffed as they sashay down the red carpet oozing fabulosity. This year’s hair focus seemed less glamour goddess and more casual chic. Lots of simple ponytails, sweeping…

5 Top Tools Spotted in the Salon

I’m always on the lookout for the hair appliances the salons use – who better to attest to a styling tool’s greatness other than a professional who uses it all day long? While waiting for a friend to get a quick trim the other night, I couldn’t help but notice the following styling tools –…

Celeb Style: Lindsay Lohan

Ah, Lindsay Lohan. Nude photos huh? Funny, we’ve all seen you up close and personal many a time getting in and out of your rides sans-bloomers. Oh, but this is different, a photo shoot, I get it! New York Magazine (one of my faves) has plucked little miss fresh from rehab and I’ll never do…

Brazilian Keratin Treatment FAQ

Still thinking of going for the Brazilian Keratin Treatment? All in all, it’s a toxic treatment in my book, but here are some FAQ’s you might find helpful when considering your options. Is it approved by the FDA? No. No way. You should really stop reading right now. That sentence sums up the entire article,…

What’s So Great About Silk in Hair Care?

Everyone wants silky hair. Silky shine. Silky straight. Silky soft. Silky smooth… but does adding silk really make a difference? I figured our friends at BioSilk would be definitely up for the challenge. Hey, if you put the word silk on your product I’m guessing you’ve done your homework. Of course they have. According to…

Short Hairstyle Ideas

Considering a shorter hairstyle? You won’t be at a loss for inspiration if you check out this video montage chock full of ideas. Classy, sassy, pixie or punk, you name it – it’s on here. -StraightBelle

Hairstyling with a HAI Convertable

HAI proves that a sexy style can be super simple with just a flick of the wrist and their top tool, a HAI Convertable 1-1/4″ Flat Iron. Just follow these four simple steps to create a flick-tacular style. Step 1: Starting close to the scalp work in small 1″ sections keeping iron close to the…

10 Tips to Fall in Love with Your Hair

1 – Practice Smooth Moves: Sleek and smooth looks are a snap with a professional flat iron loaded with snag-free, ceramic technology and most will create curls with a flick of the wrist. 2 - Have the Right Energy: An ionic hair dryer will deliver impressive ionic activity directly to your strands to smooth your rough hair cuticles into silky submission in…

Runway Inspired Curls

Loose curly looks have been spotted on models and celebs everywhere lately and you don’t need a ton of fancy-schmancy products to get them. Just apply some styling mousse and fire up your curling iron. After watching the tips in this video you’ll be ready for your own runway debut! -CurlyBelle 

Celeb Style: Amy Winehouse

Amy Winehouse certainly has her share of publicity lately (both good and bad) but really, isn’t she famous for those cat eyes and that beehive she loves? Not many girls can sport the beehive look in 2008, so kudos to you Amy for bringing it back - it even makes me miss the B-52′s! If you’re in a…