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The Benefits of Dry Shampoo

July 31, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Why should you try dry shampoo? The reasons are as bountiful as your hair.

Dry shampoo has been around since the 1970’s but didn't really gain much popularity with the beauty crowd until the last decade.  What was once left to on the bottom shelf of your drugstore, or only used when camping, is now in vogue. Why should you try dry shampoo?  The reasons are as bountiful as your hair. Dry shampoo is a great way to preserve the essential oils that your scalp produces. While they may create a slick mess at your roots, they keep your hair and your head healthy.  ... Continue Reading

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Ready, Set, Blow! Tips For Straightening Your Tresses

April 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Want straight hair? Learn how to blow dry it at home (no stylist required).

If you’re blessed with anything less than stick-straight hair, you likely have a full-time relationship with your blow dryer.  With my thick, wavy hair, blowouts are my vice.  I often pay $25+ for a professional straightening before big events. However, the salon bills can add up - especially for something that lasts only a couple of days - so I’ve spent time learning how to get the look at home. Here’s how you can perfect your blowout too (no stylist required): 1. After shampooing ... Continue Reading

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How to Add and Maintain Semi-Permanent Bright Hair Colors

February 15, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Steps for adding semi-permanent bright colors to your hair, and maintaining them for several weeks.

I've had bright streaks of color in my hair for almost six months, and I get complimented on it nearly every day. It's fun to play around with, and because the colors are semi-permanent I can change them around as I feel like it. But, while it may be fun, it's definitely a lot of maintenance. Here's the process I go through to add and maintain semi-permanent hair color (I do all of it myself except for the bleaching): Bleach Blonde Unless you have very white hair naturally, you will want to ... Continue Reading

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Tame Your Tresses in Minutes

September 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Free up precious morning minutes by taking shortcuts to style your hair.

With the kids going back to school, mornings are even more hectic. It's not just you that needs to get out the door on time, your kids have to be ready to go too. One of the biggest stumbling blocks for getting ready in a flash is hairstyling.  Here are some shortcuts that can drastically reduce your styling time to streamline the process and free up some precious minutes during the a.m. rush. Here’s a few ways to help you spend less time on your tresses: Sock it to 'em If you haven't ... Continue Reading

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