So, I have to admit when I first saw the feather craze I jumped on it. They are a cute non premanent way to add some fun to your hair. They have been very popular lately! You can't go anywhere without seeing people of all ages wearing these fun fashion statements.
It wasn't until recently, when I saw an article on PETA that I realized the truth about feather extensions. Fist of all, they are from 100% REAL roosters genetically altered to produce long luxurious saddle feathers (these grow on they're backside and take YEARS to grow). After they are grown, the roosters are de-feathered and killed!
I would have never imagined they killed these roosters just for the feathers! This made me realize we need to find another way to keep clients happy but find a different way to provide feather-like pieces that give the same look without the cruelty.
So my boss Pam found alternative feathers which are hair extensions colored to look like feathers. Another great thing about these are that they are MUCH longer then the real feathers so it makes even more of a statement then the original feathers! They are $15 each and can be re-worn about 3 times.
They come in many different colors! I am currently wearing the black and white striped one made to look like a natural feather.
The next thing I would really like to try is rainbow extensions!
So as you can see, no roosters have to be killed to keep you looking fun this summer!
Sunday, August 7, 2011
Thursday, July 28, 2011
So I've decided...
Originally when I began my blogging, the purpose for my blog was to document my journey to being a platform artist. Well, since my last experience on stage, as fun as it was, I ultimately decided that it was not for me. I would much rather dedicate my blog to sharing info on products I like, or sharing inspiration and fun hair stuff I come across! So that is the direction I am planning on taking with the rest of my blogging experience!
So here is my newest fun find!
I know it's been around for a while but I decided to try them out! I have pretty fine hair and it's layered so I wasn't sure how it would work out in my hair. But I love it! It holds my bun in for hours! I even wore it to the gym and I didn't have and hair flying around!
Also, Here's some fun new photos of hair and makeup I've done lately!
Here's an updo I did for a bridesmaid
This is makeup I did on myself for a concert.
Feathers and color!
Bridal updo (photo by Austin Trenholm)
(photo by Austin Trenholm)
The beautiful bridal party! (photo by Austin Trenholm)
Ombre hair color
So here is my newest fun find!
I know it's been around for a while but I decided to try them out! I have pretty fine hair and it's layered so I wasn't sure how it would work out in my hair. But I love it! It holds my bun in for hours! I even wore it to the gym and I didn't have and hair flying around!
Also, Here's some fun new photos of hair and makeup I've done lately!
Here's an updo I did for a bridesmaid
This is makeup I did on myself for a concert.
Feathers and color!
Bridal updo (photo by Austin Trenholm)
(photo by Austin Trenholm)
The beautiful bridal party! (photo by Austin Trenholm)
Ombre hair color
Sunday, July 17, 2011
My review of Wen hair products
So we've all heard the buzz about the latest all natural product in hair care WEN by Chaz Dean. It is an all natural product that claims to take the place of your shampoo, conditioner, leave in treatment, deep treatment, and even shave cream.
I had to try it for myself just to see if it was as fantastic as it claims. I went online to find this magical product. At first I wasn't sure where to look because I wasn't watching one of there many infomercials or QVC specials, so I went to the site I always look first... Amazon.com. They had a few listings but I noticed they were all posted from Chaz Dean himself... I decided to check out his website so I could get more information. On the site, I read about the products and found out they came in many different scents, not just the sweet almond mint that is advertised. Because I'm not a huge fan of having minty scented hair I was intrigued by some of the other scents like cucumber, fig, and lavender.
On both sites I found the prices to be about the same (pretty high if I might add). So on the search for better prices I continued onto other sites to find a better deal! I found the site featured on those late night infomercials claiming to the best deal around! For $29.99 you got a 30 day supply of the conditioning cream, a comb, treatment, styling cream, and some sort of pomade... sounds great! Until you read the fine print... every 3 months they will send you a new 90 day supply and charge you $29.95 plus $7.95 for shipping and handling! Now that was just way too much of a commitment for something I was just trying for the first time.
I continued on my search to a website I never thought I would order from.... QVC.This is the site I ultimately ended up ordering from. For $37.50 (plus $5.72 shipping and handling), I got three 6 oz. conditioning creams in three different scents. I found out the different scents do different things for your hair. I chose the 3 pack recommended for fine hair which included Lavender, Cucumber, and Sweet almond mint(ick).
When I received my package, I could not wait to try it! It came with some instructions so I made sure to read it throughly before using. I then found out with my length of hair I needed 30 PUMPS OF CONDITIONING CREAM!!!! That's like half of the bottle! I immediately felt ripped off. But I decided to give it a try because I already went through the trouble of finding it & ordering it.
The directions say the product should be the first thing you use in the shower and the last thing you rinse. So I took my 30 pumps of product and worked it through my hair, added a little water, combed it through and clipped it up. It seemed strange to have absolutely no lather in a shampoo. But I have to say that when i rinsed my hair and blow dried it after, I was shocked at how soft my hair felt!
I've been using it now for a little over a month and I no longer use the 30 pumps, and I find I use it more as a conditioner. I curl my hair often and use a lot of spray so I found Wen wasn't strong enough to remove the hairsprays. But I really like how soft it has made my hair.
Is it worth it...I would say try it but for that price I could have used other shampoos and conditioners I like.
BTW- sweet almond mint wasn't as stinky as I thought it would be... but Lavender was my favorite.
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Networking fun!
Networking is a big part of my job. If you don't put yourself out there, chances are people won't see your work and what your all about. I would like to find more avenues to network and grow with my career!
Pam, my boss was nice enough to allow me to be a guest speaker at her most recent event! I gave a mini makeup tutorial to a very wonderful group of ladies! The organization is called 9th Wave and it's a great group of professional women empowering themselves and each other with positivity, life lessons, and new friends. I was a little intimidated at first but I had a lot of fun!
All in all, I have found that as long as you're having fun and love what you do it will never feel like a job!
Pam, my boss was nice enough to allow me to be a guest speaker at her most recent event! I gave a mini makeup tutorial to a very wonderful group of ladies! The organization is called 9th Wave and it's a great group of professional women empowering themselves and each other with positivity, life lessons, and new friends. I was a little intimidated at first but I had a lot of fun!
All in all, I have found that as long as you're having fun and love what you do it will never feel like a job!
Thursday, June 9, 2011
New Inspiration!
I have been feeling very inspired by different looks lately. When you flip through the fashion magazines, you see a lot of beautiful flowing curls, and mid length updated bobs, and cute pixie styles! I love that anything goes now-a-days! It seems like years prior there always seemed to be one specific trend that everyone was wearing (think Victoria Beckham, Jennifer Anniston, Dorothy Hamel, ect.) I always seem to be on the fence with my own hair. Lately, I've stuck to long hair but aways changing something. A few months back I shaved the side of my hair, then I went very bright red, now I'm rocking Ombre hair color. Here are some photos that have inspired me lately.
This is Missy from Electric Barberellas. The show is 100% tacky but strangely entertaining! But I loved Missy's hair when I saw it! So edgy! Love the color, the shaved panel and her makeup is pretty cool as well! Almost makes me want to re shave my side... but I will continue to let it grow :)
I am loving this color pattern, placement and shade! Also the heaviness of the bangs gives it such a unique look!
I know this is just a painting but I would love to play with the ombre technique using different colors
I also love these loose braided looks! Great for dressing up or dressing down! I especially love the second one because of the volume involved in the style.
So there you have it... the looks that have been inspiring me :)
This is Missy from Electric Barberellas. The show is 100% tacky but strangely entertaining! But I loved Missy's hair when I saw it! So edgy! Love the color, the shaved panel and her makeup is pretty cool as well! Almost makes me want to re shave my side... but I will continue to let it grow :)
I am loving this color pattern, placement and shade! Also the heaviness of the bangs gives it such a unique look!
I know this is just a painting but I would love to play with the ombre technique using different colors
I also love these loose braided looks! Great for dressing up or dressing down! I especially love the second one because of the volume involved in the style.
So there you have it... the looks that have been inspiring me :)
Thursday, May 19, 2011
These are a few of my favorite things...
I thought for my latest post, I would post a few of my favorite hair products! I know there are a million different kinds of products and I have tried my fair share of them. But throughout the years I have developed a system for my hair that I think works pretty well :) Now I will share that with you!
Favorite flat iron:
The reason I LOVE this flat iron so much is because of how smoothly it glides in the hair! Also, it has a smart chip sensor in it that self adjusts the heat settings in the iron so there is so guessing when you're trying to figure out what temperature you should set your iron to.
I've had mine at the salon for almost 3 years and it still works perfectly! Because of this flat iron, I have found curling irons to be completely obsolete! Now when I travel, or go on location for weddings or different events I only have to carry one tool instead of many different tools to create different looks! Its super versatile because you can create so many different textures with this iron. The GHD website has great tutorial videos that I love watching to pick up new tricks!
Favorite hairsprays:
Its a toss up for me. Depending on what look I am going for i switch between Bed head Hard head & White Sands Infinity. Hard head is great for when I want an intense, strong hold. I use it to tease my hair. I usually take a section of hair, spray under the section, let it dry, then tease the hair! It has amazing hold that will last all day! It's also great for a final spritz after I finish an updo.
White sands Infinity I like for everyday use. It has a great hold but you can still touch the hair after. It also has humidity blockers in it which is great for southwest Florida! I usually use it as a working spray while I'm doing updo styles.
Favorite Shampoo & Conditioner
Obliphica is a pretty unknown brand, but when I was at the Orlando hair show last year, they had a booth was right next to mine so I had the opportunity to check it out. It is a little pricy but I really love the smell and it makes my hair so soft! It has so many benefits like repairs damage, adds moisture, it has a UV filter, it even claims to delays the aging process... yup no grays in my future(I hope)! I like to switch my shampoos and conditioners every so often but I find myself always going back to this one!
Favorite leave-in products:
I have found this to be an absolute miracle for any damaged hair! I use it wet and dry to add moisture to my dry locks! I am constantly abusing my hair with dryers, flat irons, and hair colors, but my hair never appears to be dry and brittle because of this oil! It rescues even the dryest of hair from bad hair days! It is also great as a heat barrier before blowdrying and flat ironing. Not to mention it smells like heaven!
This is one of my newest faves! It literally has 12 different benefits for your hair. It seals color, smoothes frizz, repairs damage, prevents split ends, moisturizes dry hair, strengthens fragile hair, prevents flat iron damage, protects hair from chlorine, wind, and sun damage, adds shine, softness and silky finish, protects from blowdrying, improves texture and manageability, and anti aging formula! Yes, I cheated and looked at the bottle to list all twelve... Theres no way I can remember all that! I usually take the two products and mix it in my hand then put it in my hair.
Favorite product for volume:
This little powder looks like baby powder but packs a punch for your hair! All you do is sprinkle its in dry hair and let the magic happen! It plumps up your strands and makes it look like you just teased your hair! There are a lot of different brands that make this powder or something similar and I must say I like them all equally! This is just the one I am currently using.
Well, there you have it people! Most of these products can be found at the salon where I work (Hair to be Different) or they can be ordered if you really want them :)
Favorite flat iron:
The reason I LOVE this flat iron so much is because of how smoothly it glides in the hair! Also, it has a smart chip sensor in it that self adjusts the heat settings in the iron so there is so guessing when you're trying to figure out what temperature you should set your iron to.
I've had mine at the salon for almost 3 years and it still works perfectly! Because of this flat iron, I have found curling irons to be completely obsolete! Now when I travel, or go on location for weddings or different events I only have to carry one tool instead of many different tools to create different looks! Its super versatile because you can create so many different textures with this iron. The GHD website has great tutorial videos that I love watching to pick up new tricks!
Favorite hairsprays:
Its a toss up for me. Depending on what look I am going for i switch between Bed head Hard head & White Sands Infinity. Hard head is great for when I want an intense, strong hold. I use it to tease my hair. I usually take a section of hair, spray under the section, let it dry, then tease the hair! It has amazing hold that will last all day! It's also great for a final spritz after I finish an updo.
White sands Infinity I like for everyday use. It has a great hold but you can still touch the hair after. It also has humidity blockers in it which is great for southwest Florida! I usually use it as a working spray while I'm doing updo styles.
Favorite Shampoo & Conditioner
Obliphica is a pretty unknown brand, but when I was at the Orlando hair show last year, they had a booth was right next to mine so I had the opportunity to check it out. It is a little pricy but I really love the smell and it makes my hair so soft! It has so many benefits like repairs damage, adds moisture, it has a UV filter, it even claims to delays the aging process... yup no grays in my future(I hope)! I like to switch my shampoos and conditioners every so often but I find myself always going back to this one!
Favorite leave-in products:
I have found this to be an absolute miracle for any damaged hair! I use it wet and dry to add moisture to my dry locks! I am constantly abusing my hair with dryers, flat irons, and hair colors, but my hair never appears to be dry and brittle because of this oil! It rescues even the dryest of hair from bad hair days! It is also great as a heat barrier before blowdrying and flat ironing. Not to mention it smells like heaven!
This is one of my newest faves! It literally has 12 different benefits for your hair. It seals color, smoothes frizz, repairs damage, prevents split ends, moisturizes dry hair, strengthens fragile hair, prevents flat iron damage, protects hair from chlorine, wind, and sun damage, adds shine, softness and silky finish, protects from blowdrying, improves texture and manageability, and anti aging formula! Yes, I cheated and looked at the bottle to list all twelve... Theres no way I can remember all that! I usually take the two products and mix it in my hand then put it in my hair.
Favorite product for volume:
This little powder looks like baby powder but packs a punch for your hair! All you do is sprinkle its in dry hair and let the magic happen! It plumps up your strands and makes it look like you just teased your hair! There are a lot of different brands that make this powder or something similar and I must say I like them all equally! This is just the one I am currently using.
Well, there you have it people! Most of these products can be found at the salon where I work (Hair to be Different) or they can be ordered if you really want them :)
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Feathers, Extensions and Bling Oh My!
You've seen the feathers on celebrities like Hilary Duff, Kesha, and even Steven Tyler!
Feather extensions have broken into the main stream market! They are a fun, easy way to add color to your hair without all the damage! I've been getting so many requests at the salon lately so I figured it was time to feature it on my blog!
We ordered a salon kit a while back that had an assortment of colors! At only $9/feather, they have been flying off of our shelves! I also got creative one day and made some clip in hair extensions pieces with feathers and bling string! These are the pieces I made.
Me wearing some fun feathers!
Another fun trend in hair is the colored extensions pieces and Dazzle Du hair bling!
If you watched the Grammys last year then Im sure you saw Beyonce's locks dazzling in the light!
Shortly after that, we had many clients asking about the "hair tinsel" they saw in Beyonce's hair so we had to find them! We ended up finding a local rep who not only had the stings, but she also carried them in an assortment of colors! We had to have them! They add a subtle sparkle to your own hair! Great for beach days or a night out! The best thing about them is the fact that you can treat them like your own hair! You can curl them, flat iron them, and wash them as usual. At only $3/string they are a fun, affordable way to sparkle this summer!
Last but not least, We just recently got in colored hair extensions! They are 100% remy human hair (meaning all the cuticles are facing the same direction making the hair super soft). They have been around for a long time but celebrities like Katy perry have really been bringing them back! We currently have magenta/pink, blue, green, red, blonde, and carmel for only $15 a strand! The great thing about these is they can be re worn up to 3 times!
Feather extensions have broken into the main stream market! They are a fun, easy way to add color to your hair without all the damage! I've been getting so many requests at the salon lately so I figured it was time to feature it on my blog!
We ordered a salon kit a while back that had an assortment of colors! At only $9/feather, they have been flying off of our shelves! I also got creative one day and made some clip in hair extensions pieces with feathers and bling string! These are the pieces I made.
Me wearing some fun feathers!
Another fun trend in hair is the colored extensions pieces and Dazzle Du hair bling!
If you watched the Grammys last year then Im sure you saw Beyonce's locks dazzling in the light!
Shortly after that, we had many clients asking about the "hair tinsel" they saw in Beyonce's hair so we had to find them! We ended up finding a local rep who not only had the stings, but she also carried them in an assortment of colors! We had to have them! They add a subtle sparkle to your own hair! Great for beach days or a night out! The best thing about them is the fact that you can treat them like your own hair! You can curl them, flat iron them, and wash them as usual. At only $3/string they are a fun, affordable way to sparkle this summer!
Last but not least, We just recently got in colored hair extensions! They are 100% remy human hair (meaning all the cuticles are facing the same direction making the hair super soft). They have been around for a long time but celebrities like Katy perry have really been bringing them back! We currently have magenta/pink, blue, green, red, blonde, and carmel for only $15 a strand! The great thing about these is they can be re worn up to 3 times!
Monday, May 2, 2011
Spring time Weddings 2011 (photo update)
As we are right in the middle of wedding season here I decided to post some pictures from some weddings I have had the pleasure to work on!
Prepping Tara for her big day!
*Tanya the bridesmaid, she may look familiar from an older post on my blog!
The beautiful couple!
Alicia's side swept style for her wedding!
Heres the wedding party at Hair to be different!
After her wedding, Alicia came to me for a big change! This is her before....
This is Alicia AFTER!!!! looking great!
Here is Erica looking gorgeous on her wedding day!
*photo credit for the first set of wedding pics Austin Trenholm*
Prepping Tara for her big day!
*Tanya the bridesmaid, she may look familiar from an older post on my blog!
The beautiful couple!
Alicia's side swept style for her wedding!
Heres the wedding party at Hair to be different!
After her wedding, Alicia came to me for a big change! This is her before....
This is Alicia AFTER!!!! looking great!
Here is Erica looking gorgeous on her wedding day!
*photo credit for the first set of wedding pics Austin Trenholm*
Thursday, April 14, 2011
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