The key to creating any gorgeous hairstyle is to start with healthy, shiny hair. Guest editor and NYC salon owner Sam Brocato shares his best beauty tips on how to score healthy hair even after months of winter abuse. Sam and his team have worked with countless celebrities including Britney Spears, Hilary Duff, and Claire Danes.

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Step 1: Lather Up Gently
Basic winter hair care starts with a gentle shampoo that won’t strip hair of moisture. Try to shampoo less than 3 times a week and use a dry shampoo in between washings. If you simply can’t part with a favorite shampoo or daily wash, blend two parts shampoo with one part conditioner for added moisture. If you’re ready for something new, try a conditioning treatment that has a mild foaming agent like my Brocato Constructor.

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Britney Spears is on the Cover of Rolling Stone Magazine December 2008 edition!

Britney Spears looks like herself, just a bit older and maybe wiser, hence, in my books, better than ever.

Britney Spears hair & makeup look on the cover of Rolling Stone December 2008 edition: I notice a very neutral makeup, flawless complexion, and blond hair with beautiful soft curls. Very California girl!

Here is Britney Spears on the cover of Rolling Stone October 2003:

And this is Britney Spears on the cover of Rolling Stone back in 1999: 

Wow! Britney Spears looks so young on this vintage Rolling Stone cover from 1999, her hair wasn’t even blond yet!

What do you think, which Britney Spears Rolling Stone cover is your favorite?

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