Hair Care – Page 9 – Forty, Flirty & Fabulous

H2pro Vivace 1 Inch Flat Iron

H2PRO creates quality hair tools and treatments that style the hair professionally while making it look and feel healthy.

The new The Vivace 1 Inch Flat Iron ($150.00) contains three layers of ceramic and a PTFC ceramic heater. What is that you ask? It is described as, “Since PTFC heaters are based on far-infrared heat, this allows the ceramic plates to produce an even heat distribution, while offering superior heat recovery. Far-infrared is the deepest and safest heat for all hair types, naturally and organically sealing the cuticle. This instantly protects tresses from continued styling, sealing in moisture to reveal frizz free, silky, and revitalized tresses. The Vivace 1 Inch Flat Iron even offers a variable temperature setting, allowing hair to be styled anywhere from 140°F to 450°F.”

Really, a healthy and non-damaging flat iron? Really! I have even created the ultimate test for this flat iron: let my teenage daughter (who obsesses over her hair) give it a test-drive. She has used it every day for about a week now and LOVES it. It straightens her hair or she can make really cute curls with it, plus her hair isn’t fried at all. On the few occasions I have been able to use it, I love what it does to my wavy hair. It quickly smooths and straightens. And if I have extra time, it is fun to make spiral ringlets!

I highly recommend this flat iron. Visit www.h2probeautylife.com to learn more about these excellent tools and learn how to order one for yourself!

Give Your Hair Beachy Waves this Fall with Beach Blow Texturizing Mist

Even though it is too cool out to go to the beach, you can still get beachy waves with Beach Blow Texturizing Mist ($21.00) from Blow, the New York Blow Dry Bar.

This matte spray contains sea salt, almond protein, milk protein and hydrolyzed rice protein to give hair sexy waves while conditioning it. The scent is fresh and clean, too.

It is very easy to use. I spray it on my wet hair and blow dry it while scrunching sections into waves.

Visit www.blowNY.com to learn more about this mist and other Blow products.

DevaCurl MirrorCurls

DevaCurl hair care is an exclusively designed hair care system for curly, wavy and chemically processed hair. They have removed all unnecessary chemicals that can be harsh on curly and wavy hair and have added extra botanical and moisturizing ingredients that cleanse, condition and re-hydrate the hair.

MirrorCurls ($25.00 1.7 oz) is newest addition to the DevaCurl product line. This shine serum is silicone-free, water-soluble, botanically infused, and 99% natural. It is touted to bring moisture, maximum curl reflection and a bright shine to curls and waves.

I love the scent of this product; it is fresh and lemony. Although this isn’t a heavy product, a little goes a long way. And like it claims, MirrorCurls leaves you with very shiny curls!

Visit www.devachansalon.com to purchase MirrorCurls or to find a salon near you.

Aestelance Hair Care

Aestelance Dry Scalp and Hair Collection

Aestelance is a hair care company that believes that the fusion of “aesthetics” and “balance” is based on individualized care for your hair and scalp. The website claims:

“The key word for this is “your” because each person’s hair and scalp is unique. This “made to measure” hair and scalp care method sets itself apart from the one size fits all approach commonly found in mass-marketed products. Instead of developing products that arbitrarily focus on only one characteristic of hair, Aestelance takes into account the various scalp & hair conditions, textures and styling requirements. It’s all about balance: well-balanced hair on a well-balanced scalp.”

I tried the Dry Hair and Scalp System from Aestelance. This system is to help tight and itchy scalps and dry hair with a lot of static. The products I tried that are made to care for these symptoms are:

DF Shampoo for dry hair (fine) and scalp ($18.00 8 oz) contains silk proteins and amino acids to volumize and strengthen chemically-processed and color-treated hair. It also contains extract of hops, avocado and basil to add shine and condition hair without weighing it down. It is mild and balances a dry, flaky scalp.

Hydrate Leave-In Conditioner for fine to medium hair ( $17.00 4 oz/$29.00 8 oz) gives fine hair greater elasticity, bounce & sheen. Aloe and herb extracts bring essential moisture to the hair and scalp. Silk proteins and color protection have been added to prevent color fade.

Mud Mask moisturizes all types of hair and scalp ($17.00 4 oz/$29.00 8 oz) This instant moisturizing treatment is a combination of Dead Sea mud and minerals, and natural herb extracts. Mud mask leaves your hair feeling silky smooth. It supplies vital elements, prevents flaking, makes hair more manageable and adds sheen.

I really like the look I get from this system. My hair is fuller and softer. I haven’t seen much difference in my scalp, because I haven’t had much trouble with it being dry in the past. Also, the longer I leave the Mud Mask on for the softer and shinier my hair is.

Visit www.aestelance.com to learn more about these products and to find a salon near you to purchase them.

PureOlogy SuperSmooth Collection

PureOlogy has released a new collection to smooth frizzy hair, like mine! It is “professional colour care for unmanageable colour-treated hair in need of intense smoothing and discipline as a result of multiple chemical processes. Our SuperStraight System has been reborn as SuperSmooth and includes reformulated favorites plus new smoothing essentials to transform hair.”

This is a fantastic system that really smooths my hair! Here are the products with descriptions from the website:

SuperSmooth Shampoo ($27.00) Gently cleanse and smooth unruly hair without stripping away moisture, and intensify natural shine while protecting colour vibrancy. This ZeroSulfate® shampoo delivers smoothing oils of camellia, sesame and organic shea butter for multi-layer balancing and conditions hair with an organic botanical of geranium. Our exclusive ThermalAntiFadeComplex® helps provide heat-styling protection and maximizes colour retention.

SuperSmooth HairCondition ($27.00) Smooth and replenish unruly hair, and intensify natural shine while protecting colour vibrancy. This daily detangling conditioner delivers smoothing oils of camellia, sesame and organic shea butter for multi-layer balancing and conditions hair with an organic botanical of geranium. Our exclusive ThermalAntiFadeComplex® helps provide heat-styling protection and maximizes colour retention.

SuperSmooth SmoothingElixir ($24.00) Fortify and smooth highly sensitized, chemically-treated hair, and intensify natural shine while protecting colour vibrancy. This repairing treatment silkens and delivers smoothing oils of camellia, sesame and organic shea butter for multi-layer balancing and conditions hair with an organic botanical of geranium.

SuperSmooth RelaxingHairMasque ($50.00) Dramatically subdue frizz and dry, unruly volume, and intensify natural shine while protecting colour vibrancy. This concentrated, nourishing masque delivers smoothing oils of camellia, sesame and organic shea butter for multi-layer balancing and conditions hair with an organic botanical of geranium. Our exclusive ThermalAntiFadeComplex® helps provide heat-styling protection and maximizes colour retention.

I find that my hairs is the smoothest if I wash with the shampoo, and then use the masque for about 5 minutes. Once my hair is towel-dried, I apply a generous amount of the elixir. I usually let my hair air dry wavy or dry it completely straight. I then add a little more elixir for final smoothing.

Visit www.pureology-usa.com to learn more about the products and to find a retailer near you.

Pureology Break the Silence PureVolume Collection

Hey Ladies! I just received the following press release from Pureology. I think this is an important cause because it could affect us or the other ladies in our lives! I loved Pureology before because of their fantastic products for color-treated hair, and now I love them even more! Please read the following and consider purchasing this wonderful hair care collection to support the cause:

September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and it’s time to get involved! As the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition’s (NOCC) exclusive hair care and styling premiere sponsor, Pureology Serious Colour Care is helping the NOCC Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer with the Limited Edition Break the Silence PureVolume Collection which includes:

·         PureVolume Shampoo (10.1 oz.): Extra gentle, ZeroSulfate®, non-colour stripping formula volumizes while adding moisture and serious colour protection.

·         PureVolume HairCondition (8.5 oz.): Premium performance conditioner works from the inside out to pump up volume, enhance colour vibrancy, and seal in colour.

·         PureVolume ThickeningMist (4.2 oz.): Feather-light, thermal-protecting ZeroAlcoholTM spray delivers extraordinary body and provides flexible control and conditioning without residue or stickiness while keeping colour brilliant.

Break the Silence PureVolume Collection· Availability: Salons during September and October
· Price: $54.00 (a $75.00 value)

I have tried these products and they leave hair soft and voluminous. I especially love the PureVolume ThickeningMist. Spraying it at the roots of my hair, then all over gives a long-lasting body boost. And like other Pureology products, your hair color is protected and stays truer longer.

“The Break the Silence PureVolume Collection will help increase awareness and features information about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer to educate women about this disease,” states Shae Kalyani, vice president of marketing for Pureology. “Consumers receive a complimentary PureVolume ThickeningMist in the Break the Silence PureVolume Collection, and in conjunction with this limited edition promotion, Pureology will make a $25,000 donation to the NOCC.”

Throughout 2009, the NOCC will host a series of NOCC Walks to Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer with Premier Sponsor Pureology around the U.S. Pureology will be on-site at each walk, distributing reusable travel kits containing EssentialRepair Shampoo, EssentialRepair HairCondition and a teal Pureology bandana to walk participants.

You can help Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer! Participate in a local walk with your Pureology stylist, family, and friends. Click on this link to learn more about the walks:

http://www.pureology.com/discover/nocc-partnership/nocc/participate.aspx

Nick Chavez Beverly Hills

Hairstylist Nick Chavez is known for creating products to make hair it’s most glamorous. His products are a blend of herbal and organic traditions with modern technology. I tried the following products:

Volumizing Shampoo 8 fl oz ($18.00) — touts to give body, lift and volume to thinning hair. It contains Vitamins A and E to condition the outside hair shaft and Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5), which penetrates inside to increase hair diameter. These products all smell wonderful. The shampoo cleans without stripping the hair and hasn’t faded my color.

Volumizing Conditioner 8 fl oz ($20.00) — claims to give shimmering bounce and voluminous texture without over-conditioning or disturbing the hair’s natural moisture balance. This is very moisturizing. After using both the shampoo and conditioner, I noticed that my hair did have a lot of bounce.

Angel Wings Ultra Light Styling Paste ($24.00 4 oz) — this is a light paste to shape, define & texturize. What I found using this product is that it didn’t leave my hair crunchy and it imparted a nice shine. My hair was also less shimmery than usual. One thing I didn’t care for was that using this product deflated some of my volume from the shampoo and conditioner.

All in all, I had a very positive experience with the Nick Chavez products. Check out his website at http://www.nickchavezbeverlyhills.com to learn more about these products.

Paul Brown Hawaii Hair Products

Paul Brown Hawaii was created by master hairstylist Paul Brown. He uses natural ingredients, such as plant extracts, that he has discovered in his beloved Hawaii.

I really like these products. I think that the scent is fantastic and reminds me of my honeymoon in Hawaii. I tried the following products:

The Hapuna Cleanse and Conditioning system — This lightly fragrant shampoo and conditioner contain extracts from sea flowers and plants to produce beautiful, healthy hair with no buildup. The shampoo is light, but really cleans. The conditioner is also light, and I need more moisture from my conditioner. I have to either use a lot or use another conditioner afterwards to hydrate my dry hair.

I really recommend Paul Brown Hawaii’s styling products. Both the Stay Straight Smoothing Balm and the Stay Straight Molding Creme help to keep my hair frizz free. I first apply the Creme, then dry my hair to just damp and add the balm. Both contain a blend of natural Hawaiian Protein Flora Complex (HPFC) and plant emollients, which penetrate hair shaft to restore hair to a healthier, frizz-free condition.

After my hair is completely dry, I apply the Shine Amplifier to boost my shine. It also contains sunscreen, which is a great touch for healthy hair.

I finish the look with the Dry Mist. This hair spray gives hair volume and hold without making hair stiff or sticky. You can even brush your hair after you apply it.

Visit the website at www.paulbrownhawaii.com to locate a salon that carries these fabulous products. Your hair will be healthy and stylish!

Living Proof No Frizz Shampoo and Conditioner

Living in Kansas City can be quite the beauty challenge for my hair. The air is very dry in the winter so my hair becomes flyaway. The worst time of the year for my hair, though, is the summer. The humidity and heat turn my hair into a fuzzball. So frizz-free haircare is a must!

Living Proof’s No Frizz was created by a team of scientists by applying advanced technology to solve the problem of frizzy hair. They are launching another great breakthrough: No Frizz Shampoo, No Frizz Conditioner and No Frizz Leave-In Conditioner, a complete hair care collection that brings the frizz-fighting power of PolyfluoroEster to the most advanced cleansing and conditioning formulas.

Here are the new products and their descriptions:

No Frizz Shampoo ($24.00 8oz)was developed with PolyfluoroEster and SLMI, a gentle, sulfate-free surfactant that actually gives a luscious lather but removes any trace of dirt or oil without stripping the hair.

No Frizz Conditioner ($24.00 8oz) also contains PolyfluoroEster yet is completely devoid of the heavy oils, silicones and butters found in many frizz-fighting conditioners so it doesn’t weigh hair down.

No Frizz Leave-In Conditioner ($24.00 8oz) is an ideal option for drier hair, incorporating PolyfluoroEster with lightweight glycerin as the key moisturizing component instead of heavy oils, a first for a leave-in frizz-fighting product. No Frizz Leave-In conditioner is one of the only oil-free, silicone-free leave-in conditioners available on the market.

For my hair, I like to use all three of the products. I first shampoo, then apply conditioner and leave it in for a few minutes. I then towel-dry my hair and use the leave-in conditioner for extra smoothness. This really helps my hair say soft and manageable and cuts down on the frizzies.

The new No Frizz hair care collection will be available in Sephora, Sephora.com, QVC, QVC.com and www.livingproof.com beginning September 2009.

Healthy Sexy Hair Soy Renewal

Before trying Healthy Sexy Hair Soy Renewal Nourishing Styling Treatment ($19.95 4.2 oz), I had never tried a Sexy Hair Product. My friend Angie D.(one of my two favorite Angies) swears by the Big Sexy Hair Spray & Play Harder. She says its the best hairspray for keeping her style in place.

So I was excited to try the Soy Renewal. It is contains soy protien to strengthen hair and argan oil to repair. It is touted to increase manageability, control frizz and protect agains environmental stresses.

Argan oil is a cool ingredient. It has an ability to absorb quickly in to wet or dry hair and speeds up drying time. It is cultivated from the Argan Nut, found only in Morocco and is prized for it’s natural healing effects.

I really enjoy using this product. It is not greasy at all in my hair. I like to put it on while damp, blow dry my hair, then add more for polish. It does seem to speed up drying time, which is helpful on busy days. The scent smells nice, but is very mild. I recommend this product to keep hair healthy and shiny.

Visit the website at www.sexyhair.com to learn more about this product and find stores near you that carry Sexy Hair.