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The Big Tease – All the Products and Tools you Need for Big,Va-Va-Voom Hair
Beauty

The Big Tease – All the Products and Tools you Need for Big,Va-Va-Voom Hair

Your mama always said, don’t be a tease! Well, we say go a head and be one! A hair tease that is! Teasing no longer scares us. Those eighties hairstyles may have been teased to death, but teasing your hair is a great way to give it volume and more oompf! I’ve recently gotten into teasing my hair and I can tell you that having the right tools to do the the tease makes it so much easier! Not to mention the wrong brushes, and the wrong technique can leave you almost hairless! Quite the opposite of what you’re trying to achieve in the first place isn’t it? Here are four fab brushes (or combs rather) that will help you tease those locks… Comair MARK II Blue Ribbon Five Tail Teaser Comair 3839 Blue Ribbon Large Teeth Teaser ghd Narrow Dressing brush (R196) ghd Tail Comb (R105) The Comair MARK II Blue Ribbon Five Tail Tease comb with a metal pik is a great comb to use for achieving seriously teased hair with ease. The teeth each have five little tails at the ends that grip your hair tightly, allowing you to tease the hair even if you’re nervous and pulling on your hair too tightly. The brush is also heat resistant…

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September 27, 2012
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Glossy ghd Limited Edition
Beauty

Glossy ghd Limited Edition

Check out these  new limited edition ghd stylers Available in two finishes; patent black and poppy red. What style will choose?

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May 17, 2012
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We Review the new ghd Brushes
Beauty

We Review the new ghd Brushes

Taking care of your hair goes beyond using the right hair care products and a good diet. Using the wrong brushes can really damage your hair, despite your attempts to look after your locks in every other way. That’s why I was super stoked when ghd launched their very own range of professional hair brushes, that glam girls can use at home. There are ten brushes in the ghd brush collection, including two hair combs. I got to test drive two of their brushes, and the ones I think a lot of girls would need on their dressing table. Take a look… The ghd Paddle Brush While I did find this brush a little heavier than my Philip Kingsley Paddle Brush, it’s still better than most brushes I’ve used. The bristles are super soft and don’t pull your hair at all. You can use it as a normal brush, or to blow dry your hair straight down, no ironing needed, well in my case at least. Another fab feature is you can brush your hair without it getting all static, a plus for girls with long, straight hair like mine. Like all the ghd brushes, it has a sleek, non…

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November 17, 2011
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ghd Heat Protect Spray
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ghd Heat Protect Spray

I have a confession to make! I’ve never been a huge fan of ghd‘s Thermal Protector spray, so I was really glad when they got rid of it and re-invented it into the all new Heat Protect Spray with the new Heat Protection System technology. No more choosing the right heat protector for your hair type, the new ghd Style Heat Protect Spray is a one-size-fits-all-hair-types heat protector and so, so much better than the Thermal Protector spray. First up, it smells divine – like all the new ghd Style products do – and it isn’t sticky like the Thermal Protector spray. I sprayed it on my hand without rinsing it off and there was zero sticky residue. I love that! On the hair, it feels great, lightweight and keeps your locks protected when styling with heat. I have straight, quite fine hair – although lots of it – so I find that too much product can weigh it down. This one doesn’t. When I’m only blowdrying my hair, I usually spray ghd Style Heat Protect on my hair when it’s damp before blowdrying. If I’m straightening my hair after it’s air dried, I spray the product onto a comb…

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October 24, 2011
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ghd Scarlet Collection
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ghd Scarlet Collection

Feast your eyes on @ghdSouthAfrica’s new sexy styler! Just in time for Christmas; the festive, limited edition, ghd Scarlet collection is inspired by the glamour of the roaring 20’s. And there isn’t just one styler to make you lust over. This year ghd have launched two collections, making it irresistible to pick just one. So, which one will it be? The ghd Scarlet Collection (R2 280) that comes wrapped in a beautiful satin roll, or the set that comes with a heat resistant purse, that doubles as a clutch and a handy travel hair dryer; the Scarlet Collection Deluxe (R2 499)? Both sets include a beautiful, limited edition ghd styler with red hot plates and two sectioning clips. I think I’d go for the Deluxe set, purely because I love the clutch purse idea, but I already own a ghd Travel hairdryer, and they are fantabulous! So much better than those noisy hotel hair dryers and my one folds down, making it so easy to pack. Well ladies, you have a few days to decide… these stylers will be available from next week.

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October 18, 2011
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ghd Style-a-Thon – Fight cancer in style
Beauty

ghd Style-a-Thon – Fight cancer in style

Do something good this weekend. Join ghd on Saturday, 1 October 2011 as they host style-A-thon events in support of CANSA at shopping centres country wide.These nationwide events aim to acknowledge the hard work being done by CANSA and to raise funds for the organisation. This is especially significant as October marks National Breast Cancer Awareness month. The ghd style-a-thon is based on a similar concept to the CANSA Shavathon events hosted each year, however instead of shaving or spray-painting your hair, the style-A-thon will enable you to have your hair professionally styled for a donation of R50. Spread the word! Tell all your gal pals about this amazing event and do your bit to  support CANSA!

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September 29, 2011
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First look at the new ghd Pink Orchid Limited Edition
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First look at the new ghd Pink Orchid Limited Edition

This August, ghd introduces Pink Orchid, a gorgeous new styler that donates R100 from every styler sold to the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA). Taking its cue from Valentino, Ballenicaga and Christopher Kane, this limited edition styler set comes beautifully packaged in a trendy clutch bag that will no doubt complete, and add style to any outfit. I got to see the styler in the flesh at my meeting with ghd’s Marketing manager Janlyn and I’ve got to say it, the pictures do not do this styler justice! The clutch, which is to-die-for is finished in a vibrant shade of hot orchid pink with a peek-a-boo black lace overlay. The styler itself is the ghd Gold Classic styler with a twist, instead of having gold ceramic plates, this one is hot orchid pink! So what else do you get inside this fabulous limited edition gift set? The ghd Pink Orchid Limited Edition styler set comes complete with: ghd Gold Classic styler with vibrant hot pink styling plates; a protective plate guard to safely cover hot plates when you need to use your styler on the go; Pink heat-resistant styler case which will not only protect your most precious possession…

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August 3, 2011
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Say hello to the new range from ghd
Beauty

Say hello to the new range from ghd

Yesterday I got to meet the lovely Janlyn from ghd for a quick cup of coffee and to check out the new range of products from ghd. I was already quite a fan of their old Thermodynamics range, and while I’m saddened that it will soon be replaced, it makes it all better to know that the new contenders are even better than before. So far, I’ve only tried out the new Style Curl Hold Spray on my hair, and if this one is anything to go by, then I’m almost sure Ill be a devotee of the new range pretty soon! So what’s new? Well, pretty much everything! The new range has a whole new look; it’s sleek, sexy and very glamorous, it actually looks like a ghd product! The range comprises of 10 products aimed specifically at helping you style your hair. No more Shampoos, Condtioners and Treatments, ghd has invested all their energy into a high performance styling range. It’s ideal for use with the ghd hair straightener, or any other heat tool in fact. Every product in this new range has been re-devloped, and re-formulated to give you the very best. According to Janlyn, everything you loved about the old…

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July 20, 2011
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Win one of 3 ghd Stylers!
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Win one of 3 ghd Stylers!

It’s not every day you get to give away a ghd! And certainly not THREE! So we’re amped to be making some dreams come true. That’s right, we’ve got three awesome ghd stylers to give our loyal StyleScoop friends. But to win one you’ll have to earn it! Don’t stress though, if you love ghd as much as you say you do, then this will be easy breasy! OK, so listen up, here’s how to get your hands on a limited edition, Iconic Eras ghd styler, each one worth R2280.00! All these stylers are from ghd’s Iconic Eras collection and come with a luxurious ghd Gold Classic Styler, two hair clips (these are awesome), a protector for the front of your ghd, plus a stylish heat resistant purse that doubles as a trendy clutch. Each set also includes a get-the-look book that will help you to create that Era’s style at home. Nice hey? We’ve got two to give away on our website, and one to give away to our Facebook fans. To win, we suggest enter both. After all, if you can increase your chances of winning, then why not? When will another opportunity like this come around? On the…

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July 15, 2011
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Get closer to Katy Perry with ghd
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Get closer to Katy Perry with ghd

To celebrate the announcement of Katy Perry as the new ghd global ambassador, ghd are giving you the chance to win the ultimate Katy Perry California Dreams Tour experience! One lucky winner and their BFF will win an all expenses paid trip to London to see Katy Perry live in Concert plus spending money, shopping vouchers to buy that perfect outfit for the concert & pampering in true celeb style! Plus 5 runners up will win a signed Katy Perry poster from the David La Chapelle shoot, a ghd Gold Series styler of your choice & Katy Perry’s California Dreams CD To enter simply purchase any ghd Gold Series styler, including limited editions, from selected salons or from our online shop and register your new styler online at www.ghdhair.com/za before the 31st of August 2011 and tell us in 25 words or less why you think ghd and Katy Perry are a match made in heaven. As an added bonus ghd are also giving you the opportunity to be the first to receive products from our the ghd Style range before anyone else! Purchase any ghd Iconic Eras styler from selected salons from the 18th July until the 31st of…

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July 12, 2011
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Good hair days gone Boho – ghd Iconic Eras of Style Collection
Beauty

Good hair days gone Boho – ghd Iconic Eras of Style Collection

I’ve got to hand it to ghd, they always know how to make a girl smile with their awesome new collections. It’s no wonder that even those who have a ghd, are always lusting after the latest limited edition. If you haven’t seen the latest offering, then prepare yourself for a treat! This one my friends is called the Iconic Eras of Style and the limited edition comes in three variations, each with its own unique, heat resistant purse, that doubles a stylish clutch! S-M-A-R-T!!! First up, my fave, the Boho Chic Collection. This style is inspired by 70’s glam and the collection comes with a gorgeous, cinnamon brown tasseled clutch with cute bronzed studs. If Sienna Miller and Nicole Ritchie inspire you, then this is the styler set for you! The collection also comes with a step by step “Get the Look” book that will help you achieve your gorgeous boho look with your ghd styler. The Glamour Collection Sleek, sexy and sophisticated, this styler set is inspired by the “Retro Prim” styling seen at the fashion shows of Spring/ Summer 2011. It comes with a sleek satin purse plus a step by step guide to help you match…

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July 5, 2011
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Katy Perry is the new face of ghd
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Katy Perry is the new face of ghd

Baby she’s a firework! We love Katy Perry and good news just in, she’s the face of something else we here at StyleScoop love, ghd! Yesterday we got the press release with the official announcement that the smokin’ hot Mrs Brand has just been signed on with the iconic brand. Katy will be working closely with the brand, starting with an exciting new multimedia global campaign that was shot by world renowned photographer David LaChapelle. Something we’re looking forward to seeing for sure! ”Katy is the epitome of modern fashion and styling. Her unique, ever changing looks are the envy of style devotees around the world.  Katy completely embodies ghd’s spirit of female transformation and empowerment, as she is recognised as a cutting edge style icon unafraid to push fashion and beauty boundaries.  Sassy, stylish and sexy, Katy is the perfect partner for ghd,” says Paul Stoneham, Chief Executive Officer, ghd. “I’m so excited to be working with ghd, especially using their tools on my California Dreams Tour to get me stage ready. ghd products have a reputation of being the best products in the biz, and I like being associated with that. I’m very excited to reveal the styles…

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March 10, 2011
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