Healthy and Beautiful Hair

Use gentle shampoos and condition your hair regularly. Always follow product instructions of use. Get hair soaking wet before applying shampoo. If your hair is dry don't shampoo too often. Rinse thoroughly. Apply conditioner to the ends of your hair only. If you want healthy and shiny hair condition your hair 1-2 times a week for half an hour. If you have heavy hair, use a light conditioner.

As I made my way by NYC taxi from midtown to the meatpacking district I had only my imagination to draw upon and ponder what designs the Oribe team would be creating for the Diego Binetti show. Fortunately, I had done some research on past shows of his to at least get a taste of his style in general, which I found to be beautifully romantic and ultra feminine.

Have you ever seen photos of your favorite actress and noticed that she changes from a shorter hairstyle to a longer one seemingly overnight? Or goes from fine hair to a suddenly thick mane? The answer is pretty simple and no, it doesn’t involve some amazing new super diet supplement. Extensions are fast becoming main stream and you would be surprised at how many so called average Americans have them applied regularly in the salon.

When it comes to a key fashion season be it fall or spring, one of my favorite places to look for inspiration in updating my own look is the catwalk. With the new fall season now almost upon us, I find New York with it’s cooling temperatures and Broadway buzzing with new shows the quintessential place to get lost in the world of fantasy that we call fashion.

Fashion week in New York is such an exhilarating time when the entire city seems to be buzzing with creativity and this year's spring event was no exception. One of the newcomers Rad Hourani featured his latest unisex collection for spring, Rad by Rad Hourani.

When it comes to special occasions, be it weddings or cocktail parties, going with a romantic hairstyle is a classic choice.  This year’s Golden Globes had many wonderful examples of this look and one of the most stunning was worn by Charlize Theron. Head to toe her style was soft and romantic, with a perfectly placed side bun that complimented the asymmetrical cut of her dress.

It’s that time of year again, when we begin the search for presents to give to those near and dear to us. When choosing items for friends and family - skin, body, and hair care products are among my favorite gifts. I just love encouraging others to remember that it is good to take care of themselves and what better way than with something yummy to pamper the body with.

I have had several clients over the years who have gone through their own journey of healing from breast cancer, and have given me the brilliant suggestion which I am now passing to my readers. It is simple, but makes sense that once chemotherapy has begun and before the hair begins to fall out, make a move to empower yourself by shaving your head. This will put the issue of losing your locks in your hands and avoid the shock of losing clumps of hair without warning. Again, anything to take yourself from victim to an assertive state of mind is so valuable.

Hair loss is a valid concern of several of today’s salon clients, and it isn’t just among those exhibiting the typical male pattern balding. Many women have also been experiencing a loss of hair due to issues such as stress, medications, and hormone changes from pregnancy. So many times I have had a client in my chair who 4-6 months after giving birth has expressed concern about what looks like hair breakage (short hair at the hairline and at the parting) but is actually the new growth coming back.