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Leighton Meester by jessica-1994 featuring zip bags

Zara embellished top / Zara skirt / Neon shoes, $36 / Dooney & Bourke

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Are You Putting Your Best Face Forward on Social Media?

Posted on May 20, 2013

Leading Physician Team Offers
Outside-In and Inside-Out Skin-Care Tips

Thanks to the myriad of photos now being posted online, more people than ever are undergoing cosmetic procedures, according to a new survey of plastic surgeons. Requests for surgery as a result of social media photo sharing rose 31 percent in 2012, reports the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

“People especially want to look their best when hundreds, or even thousands, of viewers are looking at their photos – we hear it, too,” say Drs. Rick and Arlene Noodleman, the husband-and-wife physician team at Silicon Valley’s Age Defy Dermatology and Wellness, (www.agedefy.com).

“The good news is that there are now effective, minimally-invasive, low downtime approaches that reduce or even eliminate the appearanceof sun-damaged, aging skin,” dermatologist Dr. Rick Noodleman says.

Both physicians emphasize that the key to youthful skin is both correction and prevention – and no, it’s never too late to start addressing the latter.

“Achieving beautiful, healthy skin is a process, not an event. It’s accomplished by working from the outside-in and the inside-out,” says preventive medicine specialist Dr. Arlene Noodleman. “The link between nutrition and the quality of your skin is also ‘written all over your face’.”

To ensure Facebook, Instagram and Google+ users look their best online, the Noodlemans offer this advice, based on more than 25 years of research and clinical experience:

Work from the outside-in: “There are a number of corrective and preventive steps you can take to achieve a more youthful look,” says Dr. Rick Noodleman.

• For all skin types – Protect your face from the sun. Use a sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB light, and wear a wide-brimmed hat.

• For older skin – Exfoliant creams remove dead skin cells that don’t slough off as readily as when we were young. Prescription creams such as Avita, Avage, Renova and Retin-A have been shown to reduce wrinkles and “liver spots” due to sun exposure.

• For forehead wrinkles – Injected Botox, a brand of botulinum toxin, partially immobilizesthe muscles that form expression lines so the skin smoothes out, although some deep expression lines may not go away.

• For sun damage and acne scars – Lasers can resurface facial skin by stripping away the outermost layers. Some “non-ablative”lasers also stimulate collagen formation, which helps smooth wrinkles.

And from the inside-out: “No matter what your skin type, healthy eating is an essential component of a good skin care regimen,” Dr. Arlene Noodleman says. “And, for some people, eating the wrong foods can actually cause problems.”

• A natural defense system: Foods rich in antioxidants seem to have a protective effect on the skin. For instance, a 2007 study by the American Society for Clinical Nutrition found that women ages 40 to 75 who consumed more vitamin C, an antioxidant, had fewer wrinkles. Antioxidant-rich foods include carrots and other yellow and orange fruits and vegetables; spinach and other green leafy vegetables; tomatoes; blueberries; peas and beans; fatty fish, and nuts. The study also found that women who consumed more linoleic acid—found in nuts and seeds—had a lower incidence of dry skin.

• Curbing acne flare-ups: Acne-prone individuals should avoid dairy products, especially cow’s milk; processed foods high in white flour, such as white bread; and white rice and sugary foods and beverages such as candy bars and soda. Foods that cause ‘spikes’ in blood sugar levels can also trigger hormone production, which in turn can boost oil production.

• Psoriasis, rashes and other skin conditions: Certain foods can cause hives and other reactions. Individual sensitivities vary, but common culprits are gluten, dairy, eggs and additives. People with psoriasis may see improvement by eating a low-glycemic load, Mediterranean-style diet.

“Take a holistic approach to your skin’s health,” the Noodlemans say. “Your skin responds not only to what you put in and on your body, it also reflects your overall mental and physical health. Taking corrective and preventive measures that reduce sun-damage,increase exercise, promote healthy eating and decrease stress will help you look your best on social media.”

About Drs. Rick and Arlene Noodleman

Dr. Rick Noodleman, a board-certified, Stanford-trained dermatologist, is an expert in the medical and surgical management of skin disease, aging skin, and advanced cosmetic techniques. Dr. Arlene Noodleman, board-certified in preventive medicine and fellowship-trained in integrative medicine, is a healthy aging expert who focuses on the whole person and strategies that facilitate the body’s innate healing. Together, Drs. Noodleman created the Revercelcosmeceutical and neutraceutical product line.

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AMP up your beauty arsenal with drugstore finds!

Posted on May 8, 2013

You don’t have to spend a fortune to amp up your beauty arsenal. These drugstore beauty buys will keep you looking your best without breaking the bank!

NEW gӧt2b beach trippin’ salt-infusion waving spray

Treat your hair to a day at the beach without harmful UV rays getting in the way. The got2b beach trippin’ salt infusion waving spray leaves your tresses tousled, textured, and soft to the touch- all while maintaining moisture to prevent dryness over time.

Price: $5.99

Availability: Drugstores

Modella Spring 2013 Collection

Make a style statement with the Modella Spring 2013 collection. A vast selection of travel totes, makeup bags and sets keep you organized without compromising your inner fashionista!

Price: $2.97-$21.97

Availability: Drugstores

NEW Goody TangleFix Brush

The reign of tough tangles has ended thanks to Goody TangleFix! Soft, flexible bristles work with your hair to gently untangle and eliminate knots while the handheld grip allow for better control- an added bonus? Its compact size makes storing simple!

Price: $7.99

Availability: Walgreens

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2013 Met Gala Hair & Makeup

Posted on May 7, 2013

The Wall Group is pleased to announce that many of our talented artists were responsible for the gorgeous red carpet hair and makeup at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s annual Costume Institute Gala on Monday, May 6th, 2013 in New York, NY. Please see below for details on the many stunning looks, and please do not hesitate to contact me for more information.

JESSICA ALBA

Hairstylist Jen Atkin

BEAUTY INSPIRATION:

“Jessica and I were so excited to collaborate on this look with the theme being punk. It let us go outside the lines with her hair.

GET THE LOOK:

“Texture was key in this look. To get this look at home I recommend washing the day before styling when trying a style like this at home. I love Clear Scalp & Hair Beauty Therapy Volumizing Root Boost for great body and texture in the hair and a well nourished scalp.

On Jessica, I worked with her dry hair and the texture it had. I added some Dry Bar Dry Shampoo to her roots for more texture. I tied the top half of her hair into a top knot, teasing the ponytail before knotting it with a Sonia Kashuk brush and secured with aCyndi band hair tie. I then French braided the back, and tucked any excess hair under by securing it with bobby pins. I incorporated some Fallon jewelry into her hair. I loved these because the sharp edges on the arrows evoke a safety pin vibe, which is a punk rock staple. I finished the look with a veil of Oribe Superfine Hairspray and Oribe Texturizing Spray in the bun.”

JESSICA BIEL

Hairstylist Anthony Campbell

BEAUTY INSPIRATION:

“The inspiration was something Jessica, myself and Giambatista Valli came up with. We wanted to do something that was graphic and a slight nod to punk but still chic. We wanted make it look like the sides were almost shaved and the rest of the hair pin straight almost like a sheet of hair and the top slicked.

GET THE LOOK:

“I prepped the hair with Bumble and Bumble Prep Spray from roots to ends to add moisture. Next I used Oribe Thickening Spray from roots to ends to blow dry and give control and a little lift. Then I blew dry the hair straight with a Mason Pearson. Next I touched up the ends with a flatiron and spayed each section with Bumble and Bumble Does It All Spray. Next I slicked the sides back with Bumble and Bumble Does it All Spray putting just the sides into a small ponytail at the back of the head. Next I usedBumble and Bumble Classic Hairspray to slick the top and finish the slicked sides. Lastly I finished the ends of the hair with Oribe Gold Lust oil.”

AMANDA SEYFRIED

Hairstylist Renato Campora

BEAUTY INSPIRATION:

“I was inspired by the punk theme of the Met Gala, and by Amanda’s Givenchy dress.”

GET THE LOOK:

“I first blew the hair out straight. Next, I divided the hair into three sections – one top, one side, and one lower. Next, I pulled each section back super tight and slick. I combined all three sections into a twisted ponytail and brought together in the back. I finished the look with Blowout hair straight Serge Normant Meta Luxe Hair Spray.”

ALLISON WILLIAMS

Makeup Artist Julie Harris

BEAUTY INSPIRATION:

“The inspiration was punk and rock and roll! I wanted to emphasize Allison’s sexy blue eyes.”

GET THE LOOK:

FACE

“I applied Simple Skincare Hydrating Moisturizer to prep the skin. I then applied a light coat of Giorgio Armani Maestro Foundation #5. I highlighted under the eyes withLaura Mercier Secret Concealer in #2.”

EYES

“I then applied a mix of blue, black and silver to the eyes to create a punk rock & roll effect. I used blue on the lid with a mix of silver in the inner corners from NARS Marie Galante Palette. I then applied MAC Cream Liner in Black along the lash line and winded upward to the outer corners and close to the lower bottom. lashes I lined the inside the of the eyes with Kanebo Black Kohl. I shaped her brows with Anastasia Medium Brown. I shaded the crease of the eyes with black from NARS Debbie Harry palette. I shades the cheek bones with taupe and highlighted her cheek bones withNARS Blush from the Debbie Harry Collection - it’s a nude shimmer.”

LIPS

“I applied a nude lip – NARS Belle De Jour.”

KARLIE KLOSS

Makeup Artist Monika Blunder

BEAUTY INSPIRATION:

“Karlie Kloss wore a dark Louis Vuitton gown with real feathers and heavy details. Since the dress was in dark grey tones they went three shades darker with her hair for the evening. I wanted to stay in the punk theme, but modernize the makeup.”

GET THE LOOK:

“Everything was darker and heavier. The focal point for her makeup was the lips. I went with a bright fuchsia, pink lip color. The inspiration behind the bright lip was a Blondie reference, as she always had a bright lip, whether it was orange or pink. For Karlie, I kept the pink lip the only pop of color in her whole head to toe look.

The eye makeup I did for Karlie was super strong. But instead of using a graphic eye liner, I went for a more matte look to make it more modern.”

MINKA KELLY

Hairstylist Jen Atkin

BEAUTY INSPIRATION:

“Our inspiration was punk meets traditional glamour.

GET THE LOOK:

“For Minka’s look, I worked with her dry hair and texture that she already had that day. She has the BEST hair. I wanted her hair up to show off the neckline on her dress and showcase the gorgeous dark lip she was wearing.

I sprayed her hair with Charlotte Ronson’s A Perfect Mess Beach Hair Spray into her hair and rough dried with my hands. I created a loose bend in her hair using a largeNUMI Curling Iron on large sections of her hair. I sprayed her hair using Oribe’s Dry Texture Spray. I separated her hair into four ponytails, braiding each ponytail. I teased the braids with my Sonia Kashuk brush for more fly aways and a messier braid. I wrapped the braids around her head and secured with bobby pins, letting pieces fall around her hairline for a more undone look. I added a gorgeous piece of jewelry fromFallon at the sides of her hair to compliment her dress. With punk being the theme, we could add more pops of sparkle and flash. I finished with Oribe Hairspray.”

NICOLE RICHIE

Makeup Artist Beau Nelson

BEAUTY INSPIRATION:

“Nicole’s dress was not an obvious punk choice but her nails definitely were, and were the starting point for the inspiration of her makeup. Once I saw the color of them all I could think about was doing a rich velvety matte dark lip.”

GET THE LOOK:

FACE

“I started by using Giorgio Armani Designer Lift in shades 8 and 6 to create dimension on the face (she was tanned from being in St Bart’s a few weeks ago) and then usedMAC Contouring Creme to bring out her cheekbones and jaw line. I used Maybelline Age Rewind Concealer under eyes to brighten. I set makeup with Shu Uemura Colorless Loose Powder on the face and Laura Mercier Brightening Powder under the eyes.”

EYES

“On eyes I used Shu Uemura and Bobbi Brown shadows to sculpt and enhance her natural eye shape. I used Laura Mercier Liquid Eyeliner Pen at the base of the lashes and used real mink lashes from Velour along with L’Oreal Carbon Black Mascara on curled lashes to further define the eye. On the brows I chose Tom Ford Brow Sculptor in Espresso.

LIPS

“I custom mixed a lipstick from CHANEL Rouge Allure in Rouge Noir and MAC Lipmix in Black and Fuschia and applied with a lip brush for precision.

As a finishing touch I applied Tom Ford Citrine Illuminating to the tops of cheekbones and the brow bone to give skin life and radiance.”

FELICITY JONES

Hairstylist Cervando Maldonado

BEAUTY INSPIRATION:

“Felicity’ look was inspired by a little punk and a little Audrey Hepburn mixed together. The result was ‘pretty punk.’”

GET THE LOOK:

“We started by cutting the bangs straight across to bring more drama to the look of the hair. Then I applied to damp hair Kerastaste Volumactive Mousse to the ends, and Oscar Blandi Volume Volumizer to the roots for texture and shine. After that I blew dry the hair with a bore bristle brush in one inch sections from the bottom to top of head until dry. After that I used a Croc flatiron on the ends of the hair to create shine and sleekness. Next I took the hair and pulled it back to the occipital bone and created a pony tail using a bungee cord style band by Smoothies to hold it secure and in place. After that I wrapped the pony tail around the cord into a tight bun using black hair and bobby pins for support . Once I had the shape together I added more black bobby pins so they would shown to give more of a punk look to the hair and for the finishing touch I used Fredrick Fekkai COIFF Sheer Hold Hairspray to the whole head and concentrating on the bangs for shine and amazing hold.”

KYLIE MINOGUE

Hairstylist Maranda Widlund

BEAUTY INSPIRATION:

“Kylie was a guest of Moschino. We went for a modern retro Rita Hayworth, she wanted to feel glamorous.”

GET THE LOOK:

“I did a sharp side part with a heavy set sexy flowing front. I blow dried in Phyto and then curled brushed it out. I finished it off with L’Oreal Elnett Hairspray and Kevin Murphy’s Anti Gravity Cream for the curls.”

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PUNK IT UP

Posted on May 6, 2013

Tonight the fantastical star studded gala will unfold at the New York City Metropolitan Museum of Art “The Met”.

The Met’s spring 2013 Costume Institute exhibition, PUNK: Chaos to Couture, will examine punk’s impact on high fashion from the movement’s birth in the early 1970s through its continuing influence today. Featuring approximately one hundred designs for men and women, the exhibition will include original punk garments and recent, directional fashion to illustrate how haute couture and ready-to-wear borrow punk’s visual symbols.

Focusing on the relationship between the punk concept of “do-it-yourself” and the couture concept of “made-to-measure,” the seven galleries will be organized around the materials, techniques, and embellishments associated with the anti-establishment style. Themes will include New York and London, which will tell punk’s origin story as a tale of two cities, followed by Clothes for Heroes and four manifestations of the D.I.Y. aesthetic—Hardware, Bricolage, Graffiti and Agitprop, and Destroy.

Presented as an immersive multimedia, multisensory experience, the clothes will be animated with period music videos and soundscaping audio techniques.

image set provided by Bisous Magazine Polyvore http://www.polyvore.com/punk_it_up/set?id=81331010

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Celebrity Inspired Mom-to-Be Beauty & Fashion Essentials

Posted on May 6, 2013

Chicago, IL - As a leading online shopping destination for shapewear & slimming brands for a heavenly body without the wait, www.HourGlassAngel.com is counting down their top 5 celebrity inspired beauty & fashion finds perfect for moms-to-be like Kim Kardashian, Kate Middleton, Fergie, Halle Berry, & Jessica Simpson.

Celebrity Inspiration: Kim Kardashian’s Leggings & Layering Style

Product Pick: Preggers Maternity Footless Tights by Therafirm:

Many expecting ladies often experience pain and swelling in their legs. True gradient compression creates a controlled quantity of pressure to promote blood flow, reducing swelling, pain and discomfort associated with pregnancy. A great built-in tummy support panel also provides stability. Since footless, this style makes it a comfy layering option under pants, skirts and more. $28.95 via hourglassangel.com

Celebrity Inspiration: Fergie’s Toned Physique

Product Pick: Bun in the Oven Kit by Mambino:

Safe for the mom-to-be and to use once the baby arrives; the Bun in the Oven Kit contains Oh Baby! Belly Butter, Moisture Me Body Toning Oil, Youth Glow, and Mandarin Creme Body Wash. Together the products reduce stretch marks, firm the tummy, bust, arms and legs & boost collagen. The kit also drenches your body with moisture and even restores a youthful facial glow. Yummy ingredients like red mandarin, lavender and sweet orange are a tasty smelling treat for new moms. $44 via hourglassangel.com

Celebrity Inspiration: Kate Middleton’s Royal Elegance

Product Pick: Maternity Sheer Pantyhose by Me Moi:

Being pregnant doesn’t have to equal a pause in style. These sheer hose are made from 30 denier material giving them the perfect amount of show-through while toning legs and evening skin tones. Sheer support extends from toe to tummy with slimming effects. With a supporting belly band built right in, the pantyhose provide all-day soft support for your future bundle of joy. $10.95 via hourglassangel.com

Celebrity Inspiration: Halle Berry’s Glowing Skin

Product Pick: Organic Luminescent Moisturizer by Novena:

Developed as a maternity line with special attention to the safety concerns of pregnant and nursing women, this moisturizer is formulated with over 20 organic extracts (vegan & sulfate, paraben & phthalate free) and is packed with glow-inducing vitamins & brightening ingredients like organic bearberry extract. Reveal a radiant, dewy new you while preventing the dreaded brown spots that often accompany pregnancy. This fresh and fruity complexion cocktail goes straight to work, moisturizing and illuminating. $38 via hourglassangel.com

Celebrity Inspiration: Jessica Simpson’s Growing Baby Bump

Product Pick: BabyBelt Maternity Belt by Anita:

If you’re on the way to receiving your bundle of joy and found it comes with a whole bundle of unexpected extras, you’re going to love the BabyBelt Maternity Belt by Anita. When worn in the weeks and months before birth (with your doctor’s ok), find relief in the period before baby arrives by wearing supportive garments underneath the belly. The result? Less pressure overall on your pregnant tummy, relief from back pain and an easier, more comfortable pregnancy. $57 via hourglassangel.com

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DERBY DAY!

Posted on May 3, 2013

Incorporate your signature style with a brimming chapeau and sensible shoe then cheer your favorite on straight to the winner circle!

DERBY DAY by bisousmagazine featuring ballet shoes

Versace
net-a-porter.com

Miss Selfridge flapper inspired dress
missselfridge.com

Miu Miu ballet shoes
miumiu.com

Sophia Webster leather pumps
net-a-porter.com

Chanel zip bag
$900 - cloutshoppe.com

Miniature hat
etsy.com

Accessorize cloche hat
accessorize.com

Straw hat
boticca.com

Hat
$91 - alannahhill.com.au

Acne round sunglasses
acnestudios.com

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D.I.Y. Mother’s Day Bonding Styles and Recipes

Posted on May 3, 2013

Kids hair authority and author of Cozy’s Complete Guide to Girls’ Hair, Cozy Friedman and beauty expert and author of Bonding Over Beauty, Erika Katz have created the cutest do-it-yourself styles and beauty recipes for Mother’s Day. Bond with your little girl this Mother’s Day with these fun styles and beauty recipes that you can do together for years!

Cozy’s French Braid Headband

Besides being a great way to keep hair off the face, this braided headband makes its own accessory. You or your little one can wear it with the hair hanging down in back, or with a ponytail.

What You’ll Need:

Wide-tooth comb

Fine-tooth comb

Ponytail holders

Jaw clip

Decorative bobby pins (optional)

Step 1: Start with damp hair (either towel –dried or misted) and use a wide-tooth comb to detangle the hair.

Step 2: Use a fine-tooth comb to draw a horizontal line across the crown from the top of one ear to the top of the other ear. From the line, comb the hair forward to the face. Pull the hair in back of the line into a ponytail holder or jaw clip so it stays out of your way.

Step 3: Choose which ear you want the braid to start from. Tilt the head so the ear you’ve chosen is facing up toward the ceiling. With your child’s ear tilted up, being making the braided headband using the hair in front of the part.

Step 4: Once you’ve reached the other ear, secure the braid with a ponytail holder. If you like, tuck it behind the ear and pin it in place with a few bobby pins. Remove the ponytail holder or jaw clip used in Step 2 and style as you like. Finish by adding sparkly or decorative hairpins through different parts of the braid (optional).

Erika’s Chocolate Oatmeal Cookie Facial

Oatmeal is a wonderful ingredient to calm irritated skin and absorb excess oil. It also cleanses pores. Chocolate has antioxidants which prevent damage to the skin’s elastin, hydrate the skin, and give it moisture. The heavy cream smoothes and softens skin.

What You’ll Need:

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

¼ cup honey

3 tablespoons heavy cream

3 tablespoons dry, uncooked oatmeal

To Make: Mix all ingredients well in a small bowl. This recipe should be used right away. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week but must be brought to room temperature to use.

To Use: Apply mask all over face and let sit for 10 minutes. Rinse with warm water.

Cozy and Erika’s books are both great gifts for Mother’s Day! For more information on Cozy and Cozy’s Complete Guide to Girls’ Hair, please visit www.socozy.com. For more information on Erika and Bonding Over Beauty, please visit, www.bondingoverbeauty.com.

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TREND ALERT: Seeing Red + DOs & DON’Ts From A Celeb Hair Stylist

Posted on May 2, 2013

Forget about the clichés like Annie, Ronald and teenage LiLo – the hottest of celebs are going red, including Megan Fox, Dianna Agron and Rachel McAdams.

If you’re thinking about a change this spring, red is the way to go. But before you take the leap, consider the below DO’S & DON’TS OF GOING RED with tips and product recos from Celebrity Stylist & Matrix Artistic Director, Ammon Carver.

DO: CONSIDER YOUR SKIN TONE

AMMON’S ADVICE: “I go by a basic rule of thumb with red selection: if you have olive undertones in your skin, a cool red shade is going to look the best. If your skin has a pink undertone, then stick with warm, coppery reds. Either way, cool or warm, the reds should look natural and rich – never ‘punk’”.

PRODUCT RECOS:

L’Oréal Paris Féria Power Reds

If you’re looking to amp up your style without breaking the bank, go red in the comfort of your own home. Try the new red shades from L’Oréal Paris Féria Power Reds collection. For added vibrancy, the deep conditioning colour gel in Féria is amplified with a Power Red Color Booster which contains chromatic dyes added to the gel for an extra kick of bold red color. This powerful formula even works on dark bases for an intense red result.

Price: $9.99, Available at www.lorealparisusa.com and chain drug, food and mass market retailers

FOR WARM COPPER RED: R68 (Rich Auburn)

FOR COOLER RED: R37 (Deep Burgundy)

Matrix COLORINSIDER Precision Permanent Color

If going red means a serious color change for you, you may want to see a professional. The process, especially if going lighter, can strip the hair cuticle, so it’s important to make the change with a product that won’t damage hair. Ask your stylist for COLORINSIDER – an ammonia-free, permanent hair color that maximizes high-definition color results with minimum stress to the hair’s cuticle. The innovation comes from the delivery system – it uses oil, instead of ammonia, as the means to physically inject color straight into the hair’s core, which maximizes color impact while minimizing stress to hair, leaving you with vibrant, even shine and the perfect red hue. Visit Matrix.com for salon locations.

FOR WARM COPPER RED: 8GC (Golden Copper)

FOR COOL RED: 4RV (Red Violet)

DON’T: WASH YOUR INVESTMENT DOWN THE DRAIN

AMMON’S ADVICE: “Use cool water when washing your hair, skip days between washes and always, always, always use a color safe shampoo and conditioning system. This is most important with reds, as the key to rocking the shade is keeping it vibrant.”

PRODUCT RECOS:

L’Oréal Paris Advanced Haircare Color Vibrancy Nourishing Shampoo & Conditioner

This duo helps to instantly nourish color-treated hair and shield color from fading, leaving hair protected and color vibrant over time. You can experience up to 8 weeks of color vibrancy and nourishment.

Price: $4.99 each, Available at www.lorealparisusa.com and chain drug, food and mass market retailers

Alba Botanica® Hawaiian Colorific Plumeria Shampoo and Conditioner

Free of Parabens, Sodium Lauryl/Laureth Sulfate, Petrolatum, Artificial Colors and Phthalates

For a more natural approach, try Alba. Take a permanent vacation from the color-stripping sulfates and drying salts in ordinary shampoos and conditioners. This color preserving shampoo is packed with vitamin rich Plumeria, Pinneapple and Papaya, and the conditioner with Jojoba, Kukui and Macadamia to nourish over-processed or damaged hair cuticles.

Price: $10.50 each, available at natural food stores, Whole Foods Market and www.albabotanica.com

Oscar Blandi At-Home Salon Glaze
After every hair color service at the Oscar Blandi Salon, clients are treated to a shine enhancing, color-preserving glaze. This latest innovation reinvents the experience at home. When used weekly, this clear glaze prevents color fading and adds moisture, brightens natural & color treated hair and protects hair from heat damage.
Price: $27, Available at BlandiProducts.com and Ulta/Ulta.com

Drybar Detox Dry Shampoo

For spring, Drybar is launching their first product line exclusively at Sephora. The brands signature Detox dry shampoo absorbs the oils, adds body and lift to leave hair feeling fresh and clean. The Detox blends in well with any hair color leaving no residue like other dry shampoos.

Price: $20, available at Sephora and www.thedrybar.com

DO: CONSIDER THE COMMITMENT

AMMON’S ADVICE: “If your hair is dark, chances are you’ll need to lighten your hair before you color it, which can be a bit more damaging on your hair. Minimize the stress by using moisturizing, repairing and hydrating products. If your hair is light, you’ll likely need what is called a filler, a preliminary deposit of color on your hair that will enable it to hold the final red tone. By filling AND coloring your hair in one day, you are committing to keeping you hair red (or at least a darker shade) for a while, making regular touch-ups important, too”

PRODUCT RECOS:

MATRIX Total Results Color Care Miracle Treat 12™ Lotion Spray

Conditions like a lotion; sprays like a mist. Rich in antioxidant sunflower oil, it provides 12 instant benefits: protects color-treated hair, detangles, helps seal the hair from damage, helps prevent breakage, maximizes natural body, smoothes the cuticle, deeply conditions, helps strengthen hair, delivers instant silkiness, increases manageability, tames frizz and helps restore shine.

Price: $16, Visit Matrix.com for a salon locator

L’Oréal Paris Advanced Haircare Color Vibrancy Dual Protect Spray

A daily, dual-action leave-in spray that instantly nourishes and conditions color treated-hair and helps protect against styling tools.

Price: $6.99, Available at www.lorealparisusa.com and chain drug, food and mass market retailers

Oscar Blandi Pronto Colore Root Touch-Up & Highlighting Pen in Warm Reddish Brown

On average, hair grows 1/2″ per month, making it almost impossible to keep up with re-growth through regular color touch-ups. The Pronto Colore Pen is a groundbreaking solution for seamless color care. There is nothing else like this handy, at-home professional hair color to give your hair that freshly colored look in seconds.

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Three Skin Tips

Posted on May 1, 2013

Three frugal and smart solutions to common skin conundrums:

Oily Skin? Toilet Break!

In high school (and still today to a much-lesser extent), puberty and hormones made
my skin’s consistency greasier than the inside of a Lay’s potato chip bag. I used to go
through a 50-pack of little blue “oil absorbing sheets” every other day. Embarrassed,
I would excuse myself in the middle of class to de-shine myself in the privacy of my
own bathroom stall. But everyone knew what I was doing. The proof was in the tiny
greased-up sheets that would cling to the static of the garbage bags I tossed them
into on the way out.

I know I shouldn’t have been too humiliated by my lubricious complexion, plenty of
celebrities have showed up on red carpets with grease dripping from their pores,
and they survived. (Remember Renee Zellwegger at the 2008 premier of her movie
Leatherheads?) Unfortunately this kind of thinking did little to boost my self-esteem.

It wasn’t until I started hanging out with a more frugal crowd that I learned a trick
that, had I known it, would have saved my high school reputation and my parents’
bank account. Instead of wasting money on oil absorbing sheets, all this time I could
have been using toilet seat covers to de-grease my face. Don’t cringe; hear me out!

Toilet seat covers and those expensive little oil packs (okay, they’re not that pricey,
but when you’re going through four packs a week, they add up) are made out of
the same material. They also have the added benefit of being much larger than the
sheets you buy in a store, so you can blot more oil off your face.

Also, when you’re done fixing up your skin, you can just flush the seat cover down
the toilet, getting rid of all evidence.

Sockless Summers

The conventional man would never consider wearing shoes without socks, but a
more fashion-forward generation has emerged.

The trend, which began inching it’s way into the mainstream a few years ago, has
now reached a critical mass, with front men like Nate Reuss and actors like Ryan
Gosling sporting the look everywhere from red carpets to airport luggage claims.

Before I began my sockless endeavor, I consulted my mother for advice. Women,
after all, have been skipping the foot slip for ages. She’s known for going sockless in
heels for entire nights, without experiencing pain or foul odor.

She passed on to me a secret her mother told her when she picked up her first pair
of heels: The key to going sockless (or pantyhose-less) is to sprinkle a little bit of
baby powder on the soles of your shoes before you slip them on. This, I learned,
prevents your feet from stinking, and (although I’ve never tried it), will stop your
feet from sliding in a pair of heels. Not only will it prolong the life of your heels, by
reducing wear and tear on the sole, it’ll leave your feet feeling baby-soft.

Gentle Exfoliation

For people with hypersensitive, acne-prone skin, exfoliating can be a dangerous part
of their weekly skincare routine. You need to get rid of that dead layer of skin, but
you don’t want to cause the new layer to be red and bumpy.
If you have delicate skin, but still want a complexion as flawless as Blake Lively
or Ryan Reynolds, add a dash of baking soda to your face wash when you need to
exfoliate.

Baking soda doesn’t contain the same harsh chemicals that bottled washes typically
contain, which should mean fewer breakouts. If your skin is red afterwards, try
using less baking soda next time. (One teaspoon of the powder is usually a good
amount to start with two to three times per week.)

Always remember to moisturize afterwards!

by Wolfie Trausch

For more field notes and musings about life and living in Los Angeles, follow actor/writer/photographer Wolfie Trausch on his Facebook page at: www.Facebook.com/Wolfietrausch, and on Instagram and Twitter @wolfietrausch.