Tippi Shorter

Clairol Professional Jazzing is sheer temporary or semi-permanent haircolor for relaxed or textured hair. The fun, vibrant shades – Spiced Cognac, Ebony, Bluest Black, Cherry Cola, or Black Cherry – are a perfect way to make a dramatic statement and add trendy style to your weekend look (applied without heat, it lasts 1-2 shampoos so you’ll be back to your natural color by Monday morning). Plus, it is so easy to do and really spices up your hair.

John Frieda

It was amazing to finally see the man behind truly one of my favorite brands ever, John Frieda. I can’t never forget when one day after I moved to New York City from Israel back in 1991, my sister told me that I MUST get this hair serum! It was the beginning of a new era in my life. The era of straight sleek hair. And a goodbye to the mousse-full big hair. In other words, the John Frieda Frizz-Ease Hair Serum is one product that revolutionized my (beauty) life.

What sets the John Frieda brand from the rest is that it grew from John’s salon in London. Mr John Frieda himself was using these products in his salon and working with fashion magazines, such as : British Vogue. Mr Frieda also was one of the first of  ‘celebrity hair stylists’. Back in the 1970’s it was a whole new concept. Most hairdressers were known for cut and blow dry and not ’stylists’.

It seems to me that the John Frieda hair care line was created in the right place and right time. Styling products didn’t exist in the 1970’s all the way to the late 80’s. Most people simply used the mousse. Luckily the big hair was in therefore no one complained. What also interesting to find out is that frizzy hair was never mentioned or addressed. It is quite astonishing because frizzy hair or frizz prone hair is quite popular (I know I have it). So John Frieda created not only a unique product but also a product people want! Later on the John Frieda continued to create product with this prescriptive approach. Think: their hair care line for different hair colors (sheer blonde collection), and their latest the John Frieda luxurious Volume collection for thin limp hair. And, Root Awakening. The brand also collaborates with top hair stylists and professionals such as Harry Josh and Luigi Murenu to make sure they are on the cutting edge of fashion.

John Frieda insisted that it’s not enough to just have the right styling product, you need to have the right technique of application. For example, he talked about how to apply Frizz Ease Hair Serum.

1. Make sure your hair is saturated with water, and we mean, soaking wet. The product works best on wet hair to seal and transform the hair cuticle’s texture and stay flat, hence, no frizz.
2. Do not towel dry, comb, or shake your hair from side to side or up and down.
3. Take a dime size of product and emulsify in your hands
4. Gently press into hair. Distribution is a key.
5. Gently squeeze the hair when applying product.
6. Don’t over dry. Tip: if the hair feels cool when you touch after blow drying that means your hair is still wet. As soon as your begins to feel hot it means moisture has completely evaporated from your hair.
7. Good luck:)

It was truly inspiring listening to Mr John Frieda speak. He came across as a person who is extremely passionate about his brand.

Hair Trends by John Frieda experts:

Hair Trends according to John Frieda’s Luigi Murenu: waves, curls,& sleek are all IN, “pretty much nothing new” but he sees a “huge come back of the hair cut”. Think Rihanna and Katie Holmes.

Hair Trends according  to John Frieda’s Harry Josh: “monochromatic & bold hair colors” less highlights  and more single-process, which sounds so much better for your wallet:)

This is the time of year for celebration, and you want to make sure you look as great as you feel. These tips and products from celebrity hair stylist Ken Paves, whose clients include Jessica Simpson, Jennifer Lopez and Eva Longoria Parker – are all you need to get party-worthy hair in a snap.

For a fun alternative to your everyday hair style, clip in hairdo’s Wrap-Around Pony ($49: QVC.com). This easy-to-do style looks chic and effortless, and it only takes minutes to do! The Wrap-Around Pony instantly adds length and volume to your hair, and can be heat styled to achieve any desired texture. Stars like Blake Lively have wowed on the red carpet by sporting this fun, flirty look.

For a dramatic transformation without the commitment, try hairdo’s Clip-In Bangs ($29: QVC.com). They’re perfect for changing up your look in an instant, and a sure way to turn heads at your next holiday party! Reese Witherspoon recently switched up her style by getting cute, face-framing bangs.

To add a little oomph to your updo, try hairdo’s Bump Up the Volume ($99: QVC.com). Just clip it in to get thick, voluminous locks – no teasing necessary! You can style it into a twist or chignon to get an instant elegant style that will look like it took hours. Celebrities like Jessica Alba and Beyonce are known to rock this look with full, gorgeous updo’s.

To customize each of these looks to your hair’s unique length and texture, use Ken Paves Professional Styling Tools ($60-$100). The collection includes a Hair Dryer

Styling Iron

Curling Iron

…and Travel Hair Dryer, and Travel Styling Iron – each designed to make flawless hair more effortless than ever. These tools also make great holiday gifts – they’re ideal for the beauty junkie in your life, and the travel series is perfect for the girl on the go!

Read full article in vanityfair.com

Leonor Greyl’s salon at the Hôtel Ritz in Paris.

 L’Oréal Professionnel NEW Série Expert Liss Ultime: We all know how stressful dry, frizzy, unmanageable and rebellious hair can be. Beyond the obvious styling issues, factors such as genetics, the environment and climate, as well as day-to-day weather changes, are all to blame. L’Oréal Professionnel Série Expert has built upon the success and technology of Liss Extreme and re-launched the line as Série Expert Liss Ultime, a collection made especially to treat coarse hair and result in softer, more manageable tresses.

Frizzy hair is caused when the cuticle layer on the hair shaft becomes rough and stands straight up. Once humidity is factored in, the hair shaft absorbs the extra moisture in the air and expands, causing the cuticle layers to stand out even more. This exposed cuticle layer leaves the hair susceptible to further damage, whether from chemical and environmental aggressors, or even from simple brushing or styling. The end result is hair that feels coarse, lacks shine, and looks lifeless.

The Liss Ultime line infuses the latest technologies from L’Oréal Professionnel into their products. Oil Incell is a combination of nutritive oils (argan + olive) and Incell technology that provides internal nutrition to the hair fiber while smoothing the cuticle layer. Polymer AR is a double-action technology of nutritive oils (argan + olive) and a shielding polymer that maintains the nutrition of the hair fiber and provides humidity protection. Polytensium are ultra charged smoothing polymers that leave hair with lasting, defined smoothness and intense shine. Together, these technologies are designed to bring smoothness, nourishment and humidity protection to unruly and troubled hair.

The Liss Ultime at-home maintenance range includes the following products:

Liss Ultime Smoothing Shampoo: A luxurious, enriched shampoo that nourishes unmanageable and rebellious hair while providing lasting smoothness and frizz control. Oil Incell provides internal nutrition to the hair fiber while smoothing the cuticle. 8.45 fl. oz. – $21.00, 16.9 fl. oz. – $28.00

Liss Ultime Smoothing Masque: A richly textured masque that provides deep conditioning for unmanageable and rebellious hair. Polymer AR double-action technology (nutritive oils and a shielding polymer) maintains the nutrition of the hair fiber and provides protection from humidity. 6.7 fl. oz. – $30.00

Liss Ultime Smoothing Treatment (Leave-In): A leave-in treatment that provides conditioning care and discipline to hair, while protecting it from humidity and moisture. The combination of Polymer AR and Incell technology strengthen and nourish the hair fiber. 5.0 fl. oz. – $23.00

Liss Ultime Shine Perfecting Serum (Leave-In): A fluid serum that provides control, shine and suppleness for unmanageable hair in a single step. Using Reflexium, an ultra-light shine and control agent, Shine Perfecting Serum helps facilitate blow-drying, controlling rebellious strands to leave hair glossy and smooth. This great formula is the same as Liss Extrême Shine Perfecting Serum. 4.2 fl. oz. – $23.00

Liss Ultime Nuit (Leave-In Smoothing Night Treatment ): After a night’s rest, hair frequently appears unruly in the morning – especially unmanageable and frizzy hair. Liss Ultime Nuit is the perfect addition to one’s nighttime regimen. The smoothing night cream acts as a luxurious leave-in treatment to be applied at night, nourishing and taming hair while you sleep, when the body is in its natural reparative state. The night treatment is a non-greasy gel cream that nourishes and conditions the hair fiber overnight for improved manageability in the morning. Using Polymer AR and Incell™ technology, Liss Ultime Nuit penetrates deep into the cuticle to condition and enhance texture. Hair may be washed and styled as usual in the morning, or, for more intense benefits, just brush and style without rinsing. 4.2 fl. oz. – $35.00

EXCLUSIVE IN-SALON TREATMENT:

Power Define: High Definition Smoothing Treatment: For the launch of Liss Ultime, Série Expert created a new exclusive in-salon treatment that reinforces its expertise in backbar services. To manage unruly hair, Power Define treatment is applied to sectioned hair, fiber by fiber. Using Polytensium, an ultra-charged smoothing polymer, Power Define targets the cuticle and surface to provide instant, visible results that leave hair shiny and supple. Similar to other Série Expert Powerdoses, the benefits of Power Define can last up to 6 shampoos. (Suggested Salon Charge $15 – $20)

For more information please visit www.lorealprofessionnel.com  for a salon near you.

The Technology: To achieve today’s hottest looks, women often rely on excessive styling, heat appliances or chemical treatments, which, over time, can traumatize and weaken the hair structure. As the surface of the hair shaft erodes, the cuticle and cortex are exposed to further damage, leaving the hair fiber fragile and weak with decreased elasticity and resiliency. As a result, hair feels coarse, lacks shine and is difficult to style.

New Force Vector counters this damage with Glycocell, the latest in haircare technology from L’Oréal Professionnel. Glycocell combines Incell technology and Royal Jelly Extract to deliver targeted strength and reinforcement to fragile, weak hair. Incell strengthens the natural cohesion of the hair and increases its resistance to external stressors, for long-lasting conditioning results. Royal Jelly Extract is a nutrient-rich substance produced by bees that provides concentrated essential amino acids and vitamins to the hair. Together these technologies are designed to reinforce hair that has been compromised due to external aggressions, leaving it stronger and more resistant to breakage.

The Products

Série Expert Force Vector is a collection of five NEW products, including one exclusive in-salon treatment and a new star retail product:

• Force Refill Intense Reinforcing In-Salon Treatment: Force Refill is a new intensive haircare treatment offered exclusively in L’Oréal Professionnel salons. Applied evenly through thoroughly washed and towel-tried hair, this reinforcing treatment helps fortify the hair fiber against damage from external stressors. Incell Max technology delivers the maximum level of reinforcement and strength with the highest concentration of Incell of all Série Expert products. (Suggested Salon Charge $15 – $20)

• Force Vector Reinforcing Anti-Breakage Shampoo: This translucent shampoo gently cleanses fragile, brittle hair with a light foaming action. Glycocell technology (Incell and Royal Jelly Extract) reinforces and strengthens the hair fiber with 5x more reinforcing agents than traditional Série Expert shampoos. Due to the high dosage of Incell, this shampoo produces a concentrated, rich creamy lather instead of the traditional foamy lather. 8.45 fl. oz. – SRP $21.00

• Force Vector Reinforcing Anti-Breakage Conditioner: This lightweight conditioner fortifies the hair, leaving it detangled and soft. Glycocell technology (Incell and Royal Jelly Extract) reinforces and strengthens the hair fiber. Palm Oil adds light moisture and manageability. 5.0 fl. oz. – SRP $21.00

• Force Vector Reinforcing Anti-Breakage Masque: This light creamy masque treats and fortifies the hair leaving it soft, manageable and protected. Glycocell technology (Incell® and Royal Jelly Extract) reinforces and strengthens the hair fiber. Avocado Oil, rich in proteins and vitamins, provides deep conditioning. 6.7 fl. oz. – SRP $30.00

• Force Vector Reinforcing Anti-Breakage Thermo-Active Treatment:  This silky leave-in cream was designed specifically for the 87% of women in the US who habitually use heat-styling appliances.1 Blow dryers and flat irons can reach temperatures in excess of 400°F, which can damage the integrity of the hair and lead to split ends and breakage. As a result, women with fragile, weak hair are often forced to choose between styling their hair and preserving the structural integrity of the cuticle. With this in mind, Série Expert introduces its first thermo-active leave-in treatment, Reinforcing Anti-Breakage Thermo-Active Treatment that not only protects against heat damage but also works in synergy with heat to create a true at-home treatment for the hair. 5.0 fl. oz. – $19.00

Please visit www.lorealprofessionnel.com  for more information, or to locate a salon near you.

New York City’s renowned Pierre Michel Salon proudly introduced their new and improved location to the public TODAY. Following a year long design process, the new salon creates a modern setting in which Pierre Michel’s expert staff can offer their clients top of the line services in the utmost comfort and luxury. The new location is conveniently located around the corner from the current, on the third floor of 135 East 57th Street.

Pierre Michel has established itself as one of New York’s premier beauty salons in its 40 years of impeccable service and cutting edge approach to the industry. Their staff, comprised of some of NYC’s finest hair and beauty experts, will be able to better serve the salon’s elite clientele with the new salon’s exceptional accommodations. The salon has been dedicated to reinventing itself every decade to reflect changing times and society demands, thus catering to women of all generations and proving that beauty knows no age.

The new 10,000 square foot location is surrounded by 35 windows, causing an abundance of natural light to flow through the salon and bettering allowing hair colorists to create the optimum hue. The salon also includes 61 work stations separated according to service, each equipped with a camera and telephone to facilitate communication amongst the staff in order to best serve the clients. Further, sound proof tile floors and walls create a quiet, relaxing atmosphere very different from the usual loud and hectic salon environment. Not to mention the installation of WiFi, so if the clients desire to, they can access the internet and work while they are getting their hair done at the salon.

The new Pierre Michel Salon will also offer a unique element of privacy. For example, women will be seated in a private room while their hair processes instead of waiting in the exposed lobby. This is especially convenient for high profile clients who may not want to be noticed. Compounding the privacy factor with the luxurious accommodations results in a salon experience that leaves the clients feeling as if they are receiving the treatments in their own homes.

Aside from the layout, the new salon boasts gorgeous furniture and decorative materials. Each item was tested prior to reaching the salon floor to ensure comfort, elegance, and efficiency. Pierre Michel was able to achieve a perfect balance between luxury and practicality, optimizing both while sacrificing neither.

The outstanding results are due in large part to esteemed architect/designer Peter Williamson, president of the Celadon Group LLC. He has previously worked with notables such as Armani, Donna Karan, Gucci, and Calvin Klein, and was formerly the Creative Director of Nike. Peter was able to translate the visions of Pierre Michel’s founders into their dream salon: a place where members of all generations can unite for the sake of beauty.

In addition to the amazing new architecture, Pierre Michel will now exclusively offer the wonderful Shu Uemura beauty line; currently found in high end department stores such as Barney’s and Neiman Marcus, Pierre Michel is the ONLY beauty salon in which this amazing brand is sold. Shu Uemura uses original packaging, unique textures, key ingredients and ground-breaking product formulas to create the perfect makeup for every woman. Regarding hair care products, Pierre Michel will now offer the popular and proven-effective Kerastase line alongside their already-sold RepHair by Pierre Michel with AC-11. This exclusive line is specially designed to repair damaged hair and stimulate hair growth, and is an example of Pierre Michel’s excellence that will carry over into the new amazing salon.

Amp Up Your Color!
“Making brunette hair a shade cooler or going honey blond all over instead of doing the usual highlights is enough to make people say, ‘You look great! What have you done?’ I just worked up Gisele’s shade, and it looks amazing.”

Deep-Condition Weekly!
Sometimes it’s all you need to give hair new life-especially if you have a codependency on hot styling tools.

“Hit the drugstore for John Frieda Frizz-Ease Crème Serum Overnight Repair Formula. Formulated to repair breakage and split ends while deeply nourishing to replenish essential moisture – all while you’re getting your beauty sleep!”

Hit the Hot Rollers!
“Bouncy waves are always sexy, and rollers are the best way to make them last. For some women, they’re also easier to master than a round brush.”

Scrunch a volumizer like John Frieda Luxurious Volume Lavish Lift Root Booster into damp hair, blow-dry and wind in large rollers. Once they’re cool, remove and run a paddle brush through to loosen the curl but keep the body.

Secret Weapons Harry Swears By:

FHI Heat Nano Weight Pro 1900 Turbo Blow Dryer, $195: “powerful, and it lasts forever”

Frizz-Ease Thermal Protection Hair Serum, $10: “a tiny dab on dry hair knocks out frizz and adds shine” 

Beauty Quickie: “a glittery accessory takes the pressure off you to do something with your hair”

Harry Josh interviews with Marta Walsh
John Frieda Root Awakening

Celebrity hairdresser David Babaii traveled across the ocean to Tokyo, Japan to create this Red Carpet look for actress Scarlett Johannson at the Moet & Chandon “Tribute to Cinema” event on October 20, 2009.

The hair jewelry worn by Scarlett Johannson is DeBeers. Scarlett’s dress was Givenchy with Dior shoes.

To create this “power look” and accentuate her fire red dress, David Babaii took Scarlett Johansson’s long strawberry blonde hair and transformed her tresses into a dramatic side swept, short textured bob. After rough drying her locks with Hair Polish applied to damp hair, David loosely twirled large sections of hair and sprayed them with Bohemian Beach Spray, while finishing the drying process.

When hair was completely dried, he used his fingers as a comb to gently loosen the twirled sections. He continued using his fingers to sweep hair to one side as not to disturb the texture he achieved, cupping her long locks under giving the illusion of shorter hair. He secured the style with bobby pins and sprayed his Mise en Plis Light Styling Spray for a soft long lasting hold.

Please visit www.db4wildaid.com  for information on where to purchase the David Babaii for WildAid product line.

Scarlett Johansson At The Moet & Chandon Tribute To Cinema

The description from Redken’s website: 

Mineral Elixir Dazzling Smoothing: A glistening shine spray that provides very light conditioning and control with intense frizz-fighting power.

Replenishes and restores dense, dry, sensitized hair with dazzling shine. Ultra-smoothing mist delivers shea butter and ceramid to lock in moisture, help block humidity, smooth split ends, and provide intense frizz-fighting power. Hair is smooth and glistening with lustrous shine.

Key Ingredients:

Cationic condtioners deeply nourish and conditioner
Protein and Ceramide provide durable internal strengthening and lasting protection
Shea Butter provides smoothness and controls frizz

How To Use: Spray evenly on dry hair. Reapply for extra shine, moisture, and control.