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Sunday, May 24, 2009

7 Green Beauty Uses for Apple Cider Vinegar






Vinegar is a great, green miracle. There are so many uses for vinegar that you could probably fill a book. (I'm sure someone has.) Vinegar's Crab Apple Cove cousin, apple cider vinegar is just as useful, especially in terms of beauty.

Apple cider vinegar can do more than just liven up the old scalp. It's a great little beauty product that can aid the entire body.

Use apple cider vinegar on your scalp. It will remove the dandruff from your noggin and won't pollute the water supply. Use a mixture of 50% water and 50% vinegar to make an invigorating skull wash.

ACV can also help treat lice.

For softer skin, pour one cup of apple cider vinegar into your bath water.

Apple cider vinegar can be used as aftershave.

Apple cider vinegar can also treat oily skin. Mix 50% apple cider vinegar with 50% cool water. The mixture functions as an astringent.

According to folk wisdom, a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar before each meal will aid in digestion. It is best to take the vinegar with water. ACV can potentially burn your throat.

Best Home Remedies gives us an ACV facial mask that supposedly clears up acne.
Make a face pack of bran (partly ground wheat) plus baking soda and water. Mix into a paste, apply to the face , leaving on for 15 minutes. Rinse with solution of 1 part apple cider vinegar and 8 parts water.

I won't vouch for this as a cure for acne, but it will, at least, exfoliate your face and remove dead skin cells which is an aid to the acne sufferer.

Friday, May 15, 2009

Monday, March 23, 2009

quote of the day



"Never purchase beauty products in a hardware store" -Miss Piggy

Friday, March 20, 2009

more things I don't need



Will someone buy me these. I want them to say "Judea". haha seriously....

Thursday, March 5, 2009

Pretty or just plain weird?


Sia | Buttons (Music Video) from Concord Music Group on Vimeo.

I love this video by Sia. It’s for the song “Buttons” .

Monday, March 2, 2009

What Hair Shall I Wear? Decision Spinner




"Hairdo-related anxiety is on the rise. With such an overwhelming number of styles, cuts and colors to choose from, what's a gal to do? This will take some stress out of your life by making the decision for you. When you're ready to change your look, just flick the plastic spinner and pray that it doesn't land on Mohawk. Features a fold out stand and hanger so you can prop it on your dresser or hang it on your wall."

Buy it here for $4.95 each

Sunday, March 1, 2009

like to party?





Afterparty by TIGI is great for hair and styling it. I use it on myself and my clients for smoothing, shine, protecting against heat damage, fighting frizz and taming flyaways.

My new Party Hairstyle



I am going to borrow Molly Simms look and switch it from a headband braid to a thin French braid using the front pieces on either side, stopping at the tips of my ears.

My new toy



We all know we are only as good as our tools. I love love love my new blow dryer. I found it at UTLA Friday night. It work really well. I would definitely recommend Wigo tools. Get it here for $89.99.

Oscar Hair




Jennifer Aniston wore my favorite hairstyle and wore it at the Oscars this year. I will always be a fan of beachy waves dressed up with a small braid at the hairline.

Thursday, February 26, 2009

I feel so brave!








Yea... I did it. Shaved off over 4 years worth of growth. I love my new do'. :o)

what do you think?

Pube Coloring?




"Hot pink means play. Adventure down below! Celebrate! The first safe color for the hair down there. FUN betty is a hot pink party in a box! FUN betty color for the hair down there. Go girl, it's your birthday! Or your anniversary or your wedding or his birthday!
It's the perfect gift!"


WOW! That's all I gotta say...

Sunday, February 22, 2009

cutting combs




Does anyone agree with me these coms are worth $20 (with shipping). I ordered three in pink :o)


Y.S. Park Quick Cutting Combs
Model: 335 ~Extra Long Fine Cutting Comb~

Features:
- Parting Head (shortened first tooth)
- Strong and Durable Teeth
- Supple, Flexible Body (thanks to the holes)
- Heat Resistant up to 220 C (428 F)
- The holes also act as a meauring device (each hole is spaced 1 cm apart)

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Neck Shield



I think other stylists in my salon think I am odd for using my Hardcore Pro Neck Shield. I love using it. It's a lightweight lifesaver.
USE:
-Protect your capes and gowns lightweight
-Keeps hair from falling in cape while cutting hair above the neck
-Durable cutting tool allows precision cutting without the bulk around neck
-Ideal for cutting medium to long hair
-Keeps shampoo capes flat while shampooing

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

more band-aids!


Randoms

Animal Planet Bandages

All the lipstick I need



Bonne Bell Lip Smackers were the ultimate beauty accessory for any girl whose mom wouldn't let her wear makeup until well into high school. Popping the cap off of a tube of lip gloss and applying it as you walked along was the height of pre-teen sophistication. And when that lipstick tasted like a sweet sip of Dr. Pepper, all the better.

I treat myself to a tube Dr. Pepper Lip Smackers. I carry two in my purse, one in my gym bag and one at my station at work. At $1.60 a tube, it will be the least expensive component of my makeup drawer and one the promises the biggest smiles.

Single ladies!








here are a few flirty hair styles for you!!!!

I know this is a hair blog




...but I want these leggings...
Check out the whole Mishka Spring 09 Lookbook.

Right on.




I like free stuff, even if it come in quarter ounces packets. Get free samples from drugstore.com

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

WOA!






This is what I call "pro nail". Kid Sister had it all wrong.

Post-Gym Hair Help




I would suggest wearing your hair in a ponytail or bun. If you have bangs, use a barrette to keep them off of your forehead; this will keep any sweat out of your hair. All of this seems like an obvious choice, but every now and then I see women wearing Gisele-style waves at the gym. (This annoys me)

After the workout, if you don't have time to shower, you have a few options to refresh your hair:
If your bangs happen to be greasy, a quick sinkside shampoo and minute-long blow-dry should do the trick.
If your problem is a sweaty scalp, dry shampoo might be the answer. TIGIS Rockaholic will do the trick, but I really like Biolage Oil Control Treatment because it soaks up oil while puffing up the hair. Either way, just apply the product close to your scalp to cut down on the greasy look. If you have very light hair, you can also substitute baby powder in a pinch.
If you're battling flat hair, add a volumizer such as Aveda Volumizing Tonic ($15) to your gym bag. Spray the volumizer near the roots and brush (or finger-comb) it through your hair. This will provide a little lift without requiring a blow-dry.

Monday, February 16, 2009

Hello Kitty meets MAC



The commercial is pretty... well ummm interesting.

Stylescopes



libra (september 23- october 22)- Although your brain may be running at full speed, your body might feel sluggish. To make the most of this time, try pursuing your intellectual interests in research or writing. Your ability to express yourself will be high, and you'll have the power to get others to listen. If you have a blog, this is the perfect time to put some effort into developing it more.

see yours!

Color: Q AND A




QUESTION:
How long should I wait to wash my hair after I color it?

ANSWER:
Ideally, you should wait 24-48. This gives your color a chance to fully absorb into the cortex of eah hair strand.

Other tips on Making Your Hair Color Last Longer

China Glaze is awesome




China Glaze's new promotion, "friends with benefits". China Glaze even has a myspace.