To Cut Bangs or Not To Cut Bangs?

This entry was written on Feb 02, 2010 by our Hair Guru Kristle Jones

If you are like many, you are wondering if you should cut bangs or not cut bangs. Why not leave your hair the way it is and add a clip-in bang instead.

Clip-in bangs are widely available, Jessica Simpson and Ken Paves' Hairdo line carries them for an affordable price.

Simply clip-in the bangs and enjoy that look for as long as you want and unclip them when you want your old look back. It's as easy as that!

The Perfect Wedding Hair Style For You

When it comes to choosing a wedding hair style there are no shortage of options for the bride to be. From short and sassy to sculpted elegance there’s bound to be a hairstyle to suit every bride. Just be sure the wedding hair style you choose is a reflection of your personal style. Your groom wants to be able to recognize his bride as she walks down the aisle. Even the shortest of hair can have a stunning wedding hair style. Have short, layered hair set in small rollers for sculpted and defined curls all over the head. Use a jeweled head band or barrettes to pull the hair back at the front and/or the sides to give an updo appearance. For medium to long hair, try a modern version of the classic pinned up wedding hair style by having the hair pinned up at the back in small sections in which the ends (the last two to three inches of each piece) are left out. Have the ends sculpted with a styling wax and fanned out atop the pinned up sections. The look is elegant but with a little edge to it for those brides that like to make a statement. Add jewels or even feathers to the hair for added interest. Those that like the classics can have a similar updo but with barrel curls (large barrel shaped curls that sit on their sides) arranged on the head for a glamorous wedding hair style.

Saving your Hair from Summer

This entry was written on Jul 24, 2009 by our Hair Guru Kristle Jones

We are in the midst of the hot, hot heat of summer. What does this mean for your hair? It means damage from the pool, ocean and UV Rays. So what can you do to protect your hair? There are a ton of hair products designed just for summer time that have UV protectants and rich conditioners. Head to your local beauty supply or drugstore to find the perfect summer hair products.

Great Cuts For Layered Long Hair

Layers are a must for creating some of the hottest hairstyles. Layered long hair has more shape and styling options and is a shoe in for extra volume too. For loose beachy waves (perfect for summer) in layered long hair, have your stylist create layers starting above the chin. A razor cut will make the layers easier to flip back, which is a trendy style now.

When styling your layered long hair, use a styling spray or thermal spray to protect your hair from damage caused by heat. Using your fingers, comb through your strands while you blow dry to give your hair casual texture. Guide the hair around your face back for that sexy flip. If your hair has natural wave simply accentuate it with a little styling wax on dried hair to define those waves.

For straight hair use a medium sized curling iron to bend layers back off the face and create waves in various sections throughout the hair. Don’t get caught up in curling every strand—this look is casual so just create some waves here and there for that beach curl look. Finish off with some styling wax to define your layers.

Summer's Hot Hairstyles

This entry was written on Jun 18, 2009 by our Hair Guru Kristle Jones

Wondering what to do when it comes to hot hairstyles this summer? Try something effortless and fresh like braids. Braids are so versatile and so hot right now. You can do one long fishtail braid down the back of your hair, which is perfect for a beach day or you can do a small braid in front, pulling the hair off your face for the day.

No matter where you are going this summer, braids are this summer's hottest hairstyles!

Hair Products: Deep Conditioning

Choose a hair care product that gives your hair some life. If your hair is dull and limp, treat yourself to a deep conditioning treatment. And, a final rinse with mineral or cold tap water will flatten the cuticles and boost shine. You can liven up your natural color with an all-over, semi-permanent tint that will coat and smooth the hair shaft and give your hair a glossy sheen.

*Quality hair products are crucial to avoiding bad hair days.

Wedding Hair 2009

This entry was written on May 21, 2009 by our Hair Guru Kristle Jones

Wedding season is here! If you are a bride, know a bride or are the mother of the bride then be sure that you keep up on the latest styles. I'm seeing more of a casual wedding hair trend lately with brides choosing laid-back hair styles over formal up-dos.

If you want a casual wedding hair style, try wearing your hair down and adding fresh flowers as accessories. This will give you a beautifully undone look.

Another option if you are having a formal affair but don't want a formal 'do is to wear your hair half-up/half-down. This is one of the most popular wedding hair styles out there right now.

Look through magazines and online to find a picture of the perfect wedding hair style for you and don't forget to pick up a copy of 101 Bridal Beauty Tips written by yours truly!

A Hair Styling Tip To Update Your Bob Hairstyle

The bob hairstyle has been around for a long time and is showing prominently these days on a number of celebrity heads. To keep this tried and true style from looking tired try one of these hair styling tips to keep your bob looking fresh:

• Go layered to give your bob texture. This hair styling tip works great on bobs that are below the chin. Subtle layers at the bottom allow you to flip your bob up or sweep it back off the face for an updated look. The layers can be created with scissors for a more clean, precise look or with a razor for an edgy and choppy look.


• Asymmetrical bobs are popping up more and more these days. Have your stylist cut one side of your bob slightly longer than the other. Keep the lines clean and blunt with a full bang for a really modern twist.


• Another hair styling tip to give your bob a “wow” factor is to go bold with your hair color. A deep and sexy brunette or a vibrant red will really show off this simple yet fabulous hair style.

Avoid June Gloom and Brighten Up Strands with a Gloss

This entry was written on May 13, 2009 by our Hair Guru Kristle Jones

The weather outside is gloomy, so why not add some shine into your life (and hair)? Using a glossing treatment regularly will help your hair stay shiny and healthy looking year round.

My favorite? John Frieda's Luminous Color Glaze. Used every other time you shampoo, a glaze like this will help create a beautiful sheen and glimmer to hair.

You can also use glaze to refresh color in between salon appointments! When hair color starts to look dull or faded, begin using the glaze to add a bit of color back in before your next hair appointment.

Beat the gloom with shiny hair from a hair glaze!

Add Glam To Your Hair With Bridal Hair Jewelry

The perfect bridal hair is almost as important as the wedding dress on your big day. Adding bridal hair jewelry to your hairstyle is a quick and easy way to turn up the glam factor. Jeweled hair pins work very well when your hair is put up. This form of bridal hair jewelry can be pearls or some type of jewel such as rhinestones. They are tiny so you can use many of these little gems dispersed throughout your hair to add a little glitter to your wedding hairstyle. If you’re having your hair done at the salon make sure to take them with you both on your consultation appointment and your big day so the stylist can integrate them into your hair perfectly. Jeweled hair clips or combs are a great choice for bridal hair jewelry whether the hair is worn up or down. A glittery hair comb incorporated into a French twist adds elegance and hair worn down can have a tiny clip or two added to jazz up a more casual hairstyle.

A Quick Color Touch-Up Trick

*Here's a quick color touch-up trick for those who might be ready for a color touch-up and have an important event coming up before being able to get one. If you have light hair, take a dry facial powder that is close to the color of your hair and, with a make up brush, apply this right on the root area in the part. For those of you who have dark hair, use some mascara or eyebrow pencil and apply it right at the part (this will temporarily cover up the new growth and camouflage it so your hair color will not appear in need of tint).

Home Hair Color Kits vs. Professional Hair Color

There is a big difference between home hair color kits versus professional hair color. You'll get more choices with professional hair colors and greater variety in the strength of developers. Home hair color kits are aimed more at covering gray and only offer one to two levels of lightening. If you're a brunette who wants to be a blonde, for example, that'll usually require about 5 levels of lightening. Wants some advice on hair color? It's not always wise to do it yourself. Unless you're a semi-pro yourself, you probably can't do the highlighting a professional stylist can, apply the low lights, or apply different shades creatively. The money you pay a professional stylist is payment for his or her time, expertise in application, and knowledge of style. Get your money's worth. As a rule of thumb, if you are using a home hair color kit, don't color hair more than two shades past what your current color is.

Hairstyles and Hair Products

Hairstyles can be created with a variety of tools such as blow-driers, heated rollers, tongs, or straightening irons. Unfortunately, they all use heat that can cause hair to become dry and brittle. It's important to use hair style products that reduce heat damage. It's also important not to rush. Take time to style your hair properly. If you don't want kinky or frizzy hair, make sure it is completely dry before leaving the house. If you're rushed for time in the morning, wash your hair the night before—it'll be far more manageable than freshly washed hair and you can wet it just before styling.

Wedding Hairstyles

Don't change just because you are getting married! Choosing a complementary hairstyle is right up there with choosing an attractive wedding gown. Don't make the common mistake of completely loosing your personal style identity by making hair and fashion choices that are just not you. You want to look fashionable and feel special on your wedding day, but make sure the woman who walks down the aisle is recognizable as YOU. When you pick your wedding hair styles, your number 1 guide should be whether you really like the style.

*Discuss your wedding hairstyle with your stylist months before your wedding date. You might need to grow your hair or work toward a new color and that takes time.

Easy Maintenance With A Short Men’s Hair Style

Do you have thick unruly hair or hair that fights you every step of the styling way? A short men’s hair style may be the answer to your styling dilemma. A classic men’s hairstyle doesn’t have to be boring. Short men's hair style looks are layered short on the top and tapered one the sides and back. The look is clean and classic but still gives you room to add some interest with styling products. Try spiking it on the top and sides like Mathew Perry does by using a firm hold hair gel on damp hair. Form it with your fingers and give the hair a shot of hair spray. Let the hair dry naturally for the best hold. For a slightly more relaxed form of this men’s hair style let the top and sides grow a little longer and wear it in a slightly messy form such as Tom Cruise’s hair style. A mousse for fine hair will plump up thin hair so apply it to damp hair and use a vent brush while blow drying your hair into place. For thicker hair try a pomade to give the hair definition and texture.

Bridesmaid Hair Ideas

A bridesmaid’s hair is an important part of their overall appearance. You’ll want the bridesmaid hair to compliment each bridesmaid and look elegant, without competing with the bride’s hairstyle. For short bridesmaid hair, having the hair styled in a more polished version of their everyday style can make a big difference. Curly hair can set in rollers to give the hair more volume and texture. A flowered or jeweled hair comb in a matching color to the bridesmaid’s dress is also a great way to glam up bridesmaid hair. For medium to long hair a simple yet elegant updo is a great option. Try opting for a style that is different from the bride’s hair but still works well with the overall theme of the wedding. A chignon is a classic and very popular updo right now. It’s both elegant but understated enough not to compete with the bride (unless she’s wearing that style). Loose curls pinned up at the back of the head is another popular bridesmaid hair style. For added interest have silk flowers in the same color as the bridesmaid dress added to the hairstyle.