Paul Labrecque 

Straight Hair:

TOOLS

Round 100% boar bristle brushes – They help to spread the body’s own natural oils thus leaving far less frizz. Paul Labrecque Haircare has a range of 4 brushes.

Paul Labrecque Large 3” Round (18 row) – 100% Boar Bristle

GHD Iron is my favorite. It is thin so I can get to the roots while having a computer chip that reads the density of hair so it can adjust itself to just the right amount of heat.

For a heat protector, the Paul Labrecque Straight Style is a natural balm that puts a protective layer between your hair and the dryer or flat iron, GHD also does a product called protective oil.

Paul Labrecque Straight Style

The Paul Labrecque Straight Shampoo and Straight Condition give the added protein straight hair loves.

Keratin Permanent Blow Out is a service given at Paul Labrecque Salon for clients that have excessive frizz. Keratin is left in the hair for 4 days after ironing into the hair thus adding a layer that leaves hair frizz free and easy to dry. This is a treatment, not a relaxer, for it washes out of the hair leaving no root line

A sealant such as the Paul Labrecque Straight Finish holds your style all day once styled into place.

Paul Labrecque Straight Finish

STEPS

1. Prepare hair with Straight Shampoo and Conditioner
2. Towel dry
3. Add Straight Style or heat protection oil mid lengths to ends
4. Use a blow dryer that has air force but is not burning hot like Tempo
5. Take your round brush and pull away slowly turning brush under as you reach the hair ends, the smaller the diameter of brush will determine how much the ends will curl under
6. Use section clips starting in one inch sections at the nape moving to the crown of the head. The more frizz the hair has the wetter the hair should be when drying frizzy hair that has been left too long after the shampoo will be impossible to pull straight
7. Once the hair is dry it is time to iron the GHD heats up almost instantly, again starting at the nape spray on Straight Finish by Paul Labrecque and place the iron near the root and pull straight out slowly in one fluid motion, if you desire a bend on the ends turn the iron under as you reach hair ends
8. Do this for every section until all hair has been pressed.

**For girls whose hair is so frizzy that blow drying straight seems like an impossible feat, book your Keratin permanent blow out today, and the ease for the next 3 months will be simple.

Visit www.paullabrecque.com to learn more about Paul Labrecque Haircare and the Paul Labrecque Salon.

This month, Nexxus is excited to bring you Nexxus’ exclusive “Fall Update 2009” featuring easy how-to video tutorials and fall trend forecasts from Nexxus Experts, Creative Director Kevin Mancuso and Color Director Sharon Dorram-Krause. Be sure to also check out the interactive “Color IQ Quiz,” with helpful insider tips from Sharon, on how to keep and maintain beautifully vibrant color.

 Be sure to check out Nexxus.com each month for new hair care updates, trends and limited-time consumer sweepstakes.

Fabulous Anthony at the NEW Fekkai Madison at The Mark Hotel just gave me Hollywood waves! Luv him:)

I crossed Central Park in a cab all the way to the East Side and arrived at the Frédéric Fekkai at The Mark Hotel. The building was so pretty and newly renovated which is kind of rare for NYC, everything is normally so ancient. My service was impeccable, and the best part was that I got to do my nails and my hair at the same time. I felt like I can totally can get used this life. Wouldn’t you?:)

Marta’s nails in Essie Sexy Divine gorge deep black-ish purple:Mani by Gabriela at Fekkai salon The Mark hotel NYC

Loved my hair stylist Anthony! He blew dry my hair and gave the perfect Hollywood curls without even using a curling iron. And Gabriela who did my nails with Essie Sexy Divine did a great job in making my manicure last for 4 days! I yet need to investigate which top coat she used on my nails. I assume it was Essie as well.

Here are some photos from my visit to Frédéric Fekkai at The Mark Hotel:

Frédéric Fekkai at The Mark Hotel is located at:
25 East 77th Street
New York, NY 10021
For reservations call
212-396-4600

Frédéric Fekkai at The Mark Hotel in Manhattan offers cuts, and luxurious services including: hair styling and coloring, manicure, pedicure, brow grooming, and make-up application.

As a special one-time philanthropic event, Frederic Fekkai himself the man behind the iconic namesake brand in conjunction with the Art of Elysium will provide his signature haircuts (valued at $1000) for an introductory price of $200 in an effort to make this possible for many. Frederic will donate 100 percent of the proceeds from the haircuts to the Art of Elysium.

You can book an appointment at the Frederic Fekkai Melrose Place Salon from Oct 25th – Nov. 5th and are first time patrons will have the opportunity to meet Frederic and experience firsthand his world-renowned expertise, a truly once in a lifetime opportunity while supporting the Art of Elysium.

Where: The New Fekkai Melrose Place Flagship Salon, 8457 Melrose Place, West Hollywood
Dates: Oct 19th & 20th, and Oct. 25th – Nov. 5th
Time: Select days and time slots
To Book: Call the Melrose Place Salon number 323-655-7800 and mention Elysium

The John Patrick Organic show took place this morning at Keen’s Steakhouse in New York City.

The hair look for John Patrick Organic is a modern, playful take on Bohemian-chic. Hair is smooth and shiny on top with soft, free-flowing curls below the cheekbone and volume at the front—pulled back into a barrette, adding a girly touch.

Get the Look Step-by-Step:

• Step 1: Prep hair with Aveda Phomollient Styling Foam to add body, volume, and shine.
• Step 2: Brush hair through and create a deep side part.
• Step 3: Divide hair into three sections: bottom, sides/top and middle, and secure in place with hair clips. Spray each section generously with Aveda Air Control Hair Spray for shine and hold.

• Step 4: Starting with the nape of the neck, curl small sections of hair using a 1 inch barrel curling iron. Once curled, roll each piece into a loop using your index finger, and hold in place with a single-pronged hair clip. Continue curling hair, working around the sides toward the top of the head, leaving a one inch piece of hair untouched. Spray each curl with Aveda Air Control Hair Spray for added hold.
• Step 5: Curl the one inch piece of hair forward and secure with a single-pronged hair clip to allow the hair to cool.
• Step 6: With the exception of the front curl, remove all hair clips and brush curls through to create soft, full waves.
• Step 7: Rub Aveda Light Elements Shaping Wax between palms and smooth over the top of hair to reduce flyaways and add shine. Hair is now smooth from crown to cheekbones becoming full, loose curls.
• Step 8: Remove clip from top curl and twist slightly to create volume and lift in front. Secure hair in place with two small hair pins, and then pull back with a larger barrette that matches hair color. Spray Aveda Air Control Hair Spray directly on the lifted section of hair to add volume and hold.
• Step 9: Finish the look with a final misting of Aveda Air Control Hair Spray.

Aveda Products Used:
Aveda Phomollient Styling Foam
Aveda Air Control Hair Spray
Aveda Light Elements Shaping Wax

Q&A with Odile Gilbert:

Q: What was your inspiration for this look? How did you collaborate with the designer to create the look?
“I call this chic-bohemian look ‘the wave.’ Patrick was inspired by a photograph taken in the Krazy Kat Club in the 1920’s, where the girls embodied a “wholesome Bohemia” full of enthusiasm and creative spirit. We worked together to translate this inspiration into a look for the seductive, modern girl who attends private speakeasies. She is distinctive, intellectual, and very pretty—yet fun-loving and young.”

Q: How could a woman achieve this look on her own?
“This look is gorgeous and easy to recreate for day or evening. Prep hair with Aveda Phomollient Styling Foam and create a deep side part. Spray hair with Aveda Air Control Hair Spray and curl with a one-inch barrel curling iron. Brush through to create soft, full waves. Smooth the top of hair with Aveda Light Elements Shaping Wax to tame flyaways and achieve a smooth, modern finish. Lastly, twist the front curl back and secure with a barrette, adding Air Control Hair Spray for volume and hold.”

Q&A with John Patrick Organic:

Q: What is the inspiration for your collection? What is the look you are capturing?
“This season, I wanted to dig deep below the surface of Bohemian style, and create a free-spirited look that’s chic, pretty, and fresh. I was inspired by a photograph taken at the Krazy Kat Club in the 1920’s and sought to create of a dressy, “wholesome Bohemia,” defined by artistic endeavor and intellectual pursuit. The collection is bright and optimistic—true Bohemians are enthusiasts. It features a mix-match of happy, classic Bohemia and chic, wear-anywhere utility pieces. The mix-and-match strategy is signature Organic, but shows my wholesome, Bohemian point-of-view. What’s Bohemia without self-expression?”

Q: You have made a real effort to “green” your show this season. How do you feel about this accomplishment?
“I’m thrilled to be ‘greening’ the backstage with Aveda. There’s nothing about going green that doesn’t feel good.”

Inspiration: Taking inspiration from strong influential women like Nancy Cunard, Josephine Baker and Schiaparelli, Michael Angel directed a Spring ’10 beauty look that’s meant to replace the depressing, dark days of yore with a revived, empowered and reenergized youthfulness. A fresh, healthy “just come back from holiday” look subtly complements the collection’s energy-packed, color-rich and cool designs that Michael is famous for.

The Hair Look: To keep this ponytail from looking cold and severe, Sebastian Professional lead stylist Thomas Dunkin kept the crown soft and clean, allowing some of the hair’s natural texture free reign for a played-in feeling.

Here’s how to create your own perfect pony:

1) Apply Sebastian Professional Thickefy Foam to damp hair; blend evenly throughout
2) Blow hair out straight with a medium to large-sized round brush
3) Neatly brush hair back with a comb or flat brush and fasten with a hair tie just below eye level to avoid looking too “sporty”
4) Smooth the first half of the head with Shine Define for a shiny finish or apply Microweb Fiber to entice rogue wisps for a more lived-in look
5) Mist the length with Halo Mist and leave smooth and straight

How to Get the Look at-home with Sebastian Professional:

Thomas Dunkin suggests combining shine stylers with texturizers to juxtapose elegance with beautiful imperfection. Try:

• Thickefy Foam – Weightless thickener for natural volume ($15.95)
• Halo Mist – UV filter weightless shine spray ($16.95)
• Microweb Fiber – Elastic texturizer for malleable, touchable texture ($18.95)
• Shine Define – The ultimate versatile hairspray for shine and flexible hold ($15.95)

For more information, please visit www.sebastianprofessional.com .

Credit Info: Lead Stylist – Thomas Dunkin, Sebastian Professional Stylist Design Team

Miranda Kerr’s images via www.hollywoodtuna.com

Kirsten Dunst’s hairstyle for the 2009 CFDA Fashion Awards

Image via www.hollywoodtuna.com

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A style icon, Frederic Fekkai has worked with most of New York’s most notable! His new Mark location promises to offer a tranquil, sophisticated environment paired with New York City’s top stylists. Loyal customers continue to come back to the Frederic Fekkai Salons because of his hand selected stylists and colorists that share Frederic’s innate ability to find a woman’s innate beauty and bring it out through their hairstyle.

“The Mark Hotel is considered to be a classic landmark amongst the landscape of the Upper East Side,” says Fekkai. “I am delighted that we will now be able to service the clients of The Mark in addition to many of our current clients that already reside in the area”.

Frédéric Fekkai at The Mark opens to the public in September, 2009.

The recently refurbished Mark under the direction of France’s undisputed arbiter of elegance, Jacques Grange is located on Manhattan’s Upper East Side and will house Fekkai’s newest salon. The uber-chic 2,100 square-foot luxuriously designed oasis is located on the second floor overlooking Madison Avenue.

Frédéric Fekkai at The Mark will be the seventh salon in Fekkai’s world-class salon portfolio that includes Los Angeles, Palm Beach, Dallas, Greenwich, Fifth Avenue and Soho. As with the other celebrated salons, Frédéric Fekkai at The Mark will offer clients an extraordinary experience with uncompromised quality that includes individually approached and superior haircuts, color, manicures, pedicures and brow-grooming. In addition, Chantecaille makeup application and the full product range will be available. All services will be offered at the salon; hotel guests and residents will have the option of booking in-room appointments. As an added amenity for Fekkai clients, Jean Georges at The Mark will serve as the in-house caterer.

In a sun drenched intimate setting, the salon is designed in Fekkai’s signature ebony floors, dark brown leather lounge seating and beautiful soft silk pillows. Fourteen styling stations and two private luxurious pedicure banquettes add to the sophisticated tranquil environment.

Frédéric Fekkai at The Mark will be staffed with the industry’s top tier talent, many who are relocating from Fekkai’s Fifth Avenue Flagship. Heading up the style team is Tammy Sherman, a master of the French hair coloring technique Balayage and a renowned color designer who will serve as Creative Director. Sherman has a veritable who’s who on her client list that find her creative vision and discerning eye undisputable.

For Frédéric Fekkai at The Mark, the brand once again collaborated with renowned architect S. Russell Groves to create an intimate, relaxing retreat that peacefully coexists with the hotel’s Jacques Grange design.