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The Big Tease – All the Products and Tools you Need for Big,Va-Va-Voom Hair
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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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Seriously Awesome Hair Products We Haven’t Featured Before
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Seriously Awesome Hair Products We Haven’t Featured Before

On hectic days like yesterday’s Manic Monday, I often have to get ready super-fast, so that I can squeeze as much work into the morning, before the day runs away from me! Know the feeling? One of the things I often cut short is my hair styling time! I don’t know about you girls, but my hair needs to be washed (and dried with a dryer) every single day. If it’s not, then halfway through the afternoon it starts looking limp and so not fabulous! So, I’m always looking for new products to make my hair stay clean, shiny and full of life, but I’d also like to get a day off from having to wash it every day (even though I do prefer it squeaky clean daily).  Here are some new, exciting and never been featured before hair products that I’m enjoying right now. I have (most) of these sitting in my shower, and use them on different days depending on how my hair looks and feels at the time… To scroll through the selection, click the product thumbnails below or use the black arrow to the right to start the slideshow and read up on all of them…       

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July 3, 2012
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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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Clip in hair extensions – Review on Short Hair
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Clip in hair extensions – Review on Short Hair

If you’ve got shorter hair but want to add length, you can do it in a flash with Clip in Hair Extensions. To demonstrate this I used my buddy ol’ pal and regular beauty guinea pig for StyleScoop, Louise. Now Louise has very short hair that is also layered, so transforming her short hair into long strands was bound to be difficult. Difficult, but not impossible 🙂 Because Louise’s hair was so short we had to come up with another way to make it longer. So instead of applying the clips and letting it loose as I did with mine, we styled hers a bit, adding a cute flower brooch that helped to tuck in the bits of hair that were sticking out. She pulled it all to one side to keep it looking sleek. On the opposite side Louse plaited her hair, letting the hair fall to one side only. How cute and clever is this? So see, even if your hair is super short, you can make it super long with some hair tricks. Although Louise’s hair colour is quite different to mine, with all the highlighted bits, the colour at the bottom was very similar to the…

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July 28, 2011
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Clip in hair extensions – Review on Long Hair
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Clip in hair extensions – Review on Long Hair

Although my hair is already pretty long, sometimes I wish it could just be fuller and more glamorous you know! So, when I discovered clip in hair extensions, it was to say the least, love at first clip. I must admit, I was sceptical about these at first, I did’nt think they would hold on my hair as its super straight and very soft, but I am very impressed. I love my clip in hair extensions. Take a look… As you can see my hair is a pretty decent length, but who can so no to more long locks? Check out the transformation from the picture above. The clip in hair extensions have blended beautifully with my own hair – you can’t even tell the difference! I put these in myself (without being able to see the back of my head) and it took me about 7 minutes to get them all in there. My hair is pretty layered at the back, so I do have odd strands sticking out, but when I pull all my hair to the side or keep it all back (with no pieces in front) you can’t even see where my own hair ends. My…

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July 27, 2011
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Clipinhair Extensions
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Clipinhair Extensions

Always dreamed of having long, luscious hair that looks healthy and fabulous? Well, you know what they say, if you can’t make it, fake it! We love clipinhair extensions and you can be like the stars with a set of your own. So what are clip in hair extensions? You get hair extensions and then you get hair extensions. Ones made from 100% human remy hair are the best hair extensions on the market, but the beauty of the these is that you don’t have to damage your own hair getting them glued to you own locks because these simply clip in. I recently got a set from Clipinhair to try out and I’ve gotta say I LOVE THEM! They are super lightweight and very east to apply. In a matter of minutes you can transform your hair into a luscious locks that  look natural, full and very glamorous. Watch out for my full review this week on StyleScoop! For more information and to read up on Clipinhair visit their website www.clipinhair.co.za

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July 26, 2011
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Say hello to the new range from ghd
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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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Get Hot Hair, Now!
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Get Hot Hair, Now!

I’m a real sucker for hair products. I have a stash that’s growing bigger than my makeup collection and I just can’t get enough. Check out some great new products on the market, and some of my personal faves right now… Scalp Health Philip Kingsley Scalp Mask (R150/ 30ml) Is great to revive your scalp as we head into winter. All that summer flaking can now be sorted with this little guy! Packed with Olive Oil and Lanolin to soften and moisturize the scalp, Salicylic Acid to help exfoliate and tame inflammation, Menthol & Camphor to cool and sooth as well as Piroctone Olamine which has Anti-microbial properties. This intensive treatment improves the overall health and condition of your scalp. Remember healthy scalp = healthy hair = happy you! Sensible Hair I’m loving this new range from Wella Professionals Care , a range of fabulous products that speak to the senses! Brilliance for colour treated hair, Enrich for dry hair, Balance for special scalp needs and Age for mature hair, what ever you hair profile, there is a shampoo (R150), conditioner (R175) and mask (R181) to help your hair look its absolute best. I’m using the Brilliance for Fine/ Normal…

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May 6, 2011
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Hair Trends – DIY Pony Tips & Tricks
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Hair Trends – DIY Pony Tips & Tricks

Lanvin A ponytail yet again was the style at Lanvin – this time it included a braid. “We wanted to create a very natural look for the collection this season.  Sometimes keeping the hair simple and natural makes more of a statement on the runway.” –Guido, Redken Creative Consultant Redken Products: wool shake 08 gel-slush texturizer Redken’s Create The Look Guide: Apply wool shake 08 gel-slush texturizer to dry hair for texture Create a center part with your fingers Pull hair back and create a braid beginning at the nape of the neck and secure with a clear elastic Pull a few pieces out around the face so the braid looks natural and not too polished Photos courtesy of Matt Lever for Redken

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March 31, 2011
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Hair Trends – DIY Pony Tips & Tricks
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Hair Trends – DIY Pony Tips & Tricks

Yves Saint Laurent The look at Yves Saint Laurent was slightly boyish with hair pulled into a low knot with a strong sideburn statement. “This style is a bit boyish, which is what we’ve seen a lot of this season. The look is inspired by a ‘French Twiggy,’ slightly tomboyish and very cool. The left sideburn is key to the look.” –Guido, Redken Creative Consultant. Redken Products: velvet gelatine 07 cushioning blow-dry gel Forceful 23 spray Redken’s Create The Look Guide: Blow-dry velvet gelatine 07 cushioning blow-dry gel into damp hair Create a straight, deep left side part Sweep hair along the hair line and slightly cover the right ear Pull hair into a low knot and secure with pins On the left ear, pull out a small piece to create a very strong, angular sideburn towards the chin Finish with Forceful 23 Photos courtesy of Matt Lever for Redken

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March 31, 2011
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Hair Trends – DIY Pony Tips & Tricks
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Hair Trends – DIY Pony Tips & Tricks

Valentino Style At Valentino, the hairstyle was a low ponytail with black ribbon headband. “The Valentino woman is very sophisticated, innocent, and youthful – with this style’s volume at the crown & sideburns, it creates a very rich quality style.” –Guido, Redken Creative Consultant. Redken Products: velvet gelatine 07 cushioning blow-dry gel Forceful 23 spray Redken’s Create The Look Guide: Blow-dry velvet gelatine 07 cushioning blow-dry gel into damp hair Create a 2 inch center part where the hair falls naturally Backcomb at the crown to create slight volume Pull hair into a low, loose ponytail at the nape of the neck, careful not to pull to tight as to keep the volume at the crown Pull a few pieces out to create slight sideburns Secure with an elastic and cover elastic with a piece of hair Place the black ribbon headband around the head and finish with Forceful 23 spray Photos courtesy of Matt Lever for Redken

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March 31, 2011
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Hair Trends – DIY Pony Tips & Tricks
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Hair Trends – DIY Pony Tips & Tricks

Pedro Lourenco At Pedro Lourenco, the look was a low ponytail at the nape of the neck. “Pedro Lourenco is a young Brazilian designer and we collaborated on a very simple, style for this show to allow the clothes to really make the statement on the runway.” – Guido, Redken Creative Consultant Redken Products: Layerlift 07 Redken’s Create The Look Guide: On dry hair, spray Layerlift 07 all over hair to create light texture Create a center part with your finger and pull hair back into a low ponytail at the nape of the neck and secure with an elastic Be sure to have a few pieces covering the ears Wrap a piece of hair around the elastic and secure with a pin Photos courtesy of Matt Lever for Redken

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March 31, 2011
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