hair care

Miss Jessie, I’m Back!

Posted on 03. Sep, 2012 by Dana Linn in category of Fashion, hair care, Tracey Vest

In addition to keeping my eyes and ears peeled for the latest fashion trends, I am always on the prowl for hair care products, especially those for curly (or what is often called “natural”) hair on African-American women. My latest find is actually an old friend: Miss Jessie’s Pillow Soft curls.Read More »

Is It Possible to Look Good at an Outdoor Concert?

Posted on 19. Jul, 2012 by Dana Linn in category of Makeup & Skincare, Colleen Walsh-Jervis, hair care, makeup, skin care, summer

There are many beauty challenges in the summer, like not sweating through your makeup, preventing hair frizzies, protecting delicate skin while pretending you’re sun-kissed…it’s all very challenging. It only gets worse when you attend an outdoor concert or camp out at a multi-day festival. Let’s not kid ourselves, there is no way to look your personal best at these events, but there are a few ways to look as good as possible while still enjoying the show.Read More »

What Is Argan Oil and What Does It Do?

Posted on 07. Jul, 2012 by Dana Linn in category of Makeup & Skincare, Colleen Walsh-Jervis, hair care

Argan oil, also known under the trademarked name of Moroccan Oil, has been touted as the newest miracle product for hair. It’s supposed to moisturize dry hair, add shine, and tame frizzies, plus there are claims that it can help hair loss. While pure argan oil can be very expensive, there are several varieties and blends available that make it more affordable. While argan is praised as a miracle oil, it’s not the oil doing the miraculous works in every argan product.Read More »

Summer Hair Care Tips & Tricks

Posted on 01. Jul, 2012 by Dana Linn in category of Makeup & Skincare, hair care, Jordan Alexis

We all love the summer – what’s not to love about BBQs with friends, time off from school, and lounging by the pool? But keeping your hair healthy and looking great with hot temperatures, humidity, and exposure to tons of sun and chlorine is no day at the beach. Summer conditions can damage your hair's cuticle, resulting in dry, drab, split, brittle, or frizzy hair and ragged ends. All types of hair, from fine to super-thick and straight to curly, can suffer.

Here are a few tips to help your hair weather the summer unscathed:Read More »

Getting Dirty with Your Hair

Posted on 28. Jun, 2012 by stylequirk in category of Makeup & Skincare, hair care, StyleQuirk

The shampoo in your bathroom may be called an “everyday” product, but there’s no need to use it every day. Experts, including dermatologists and hairstylists, recommend not shampooing on a daily basis due to the damage it can inflict.Read More »