Hello hair-loving friends!
I am in the sky right now, en route to Hollywood. Once I get there, I’m going to be representing Scope Outlast (my new fave mouthwash in the world…Ryan Seacrest and I are so minty fresh), at the red-carpet premiere of the movie Valentine’s Day.
As this is a SUPER HUGE BIG DEAL — note my use of bold AND italics –  my hair is of the essence. And they are going to be providing a hair and makeup team for me. That said, I feel it’s my duty as, well, me, to go armed with what I …read more

As everyone knows, I’m slightly obsessed with obliterating my curls.
To that end, I had my first relaxer done when I was about eight. That’s not a typo. It was one of those pink boxes that smell sort of like eggs-gone-bad, and my mom did it for me, herself, in our household bathroom. She was very hesitant when she noticed my scalp begin to bleed, but I reminded her…no pain, no gain. I was totally OK with scarring if it meant no scary hair.
And, it worked. Sorta. I remember that initial post-relaxer blowout, my hair would always be pin-straight AND for …read more

I’ve been attempting the half-up half-down glam wave for about two decades: I’ve never done it right.
However, I’m totally on board with Colbie Caillat, who totally had fun with hers and it looks great. We can see her face – and that gorgeous smile – and the waves are very much there-apparent.
I’m finally going to learn how to do it myself, and according to Suave celeb hair stylist Luke O’Connor, it CAN be done. To re-create at home:

Use Suave Professionals Humectant Shampoo and Conditioner in the shower to moisturize and soften hair. Apply Suave Professionals Healthy Curls Styling …read more

While I totally want to wax poetic about Miley Cyrus’ sexy textured bandage dress at last night Grammy awards, I realize this is a hair blog.
So, instead, I’ll talk about her sexy textured hair, which perfectly complimented the rocker chic look.
I have to confess, I am not a fan of Miley’s music. I think she’s a beautiful girl, and she has a few really nice songs – but once upon a time, I spent a lot of time with someone who was ridiculously obsessed with Hannah Montana – and it forever turned me off! (That, and I’m sorry, but the …read more

Am I a Jennifer Lopez fan?
No comment.
But I will say I loved her glamorous waves at tonight’s Grammy Awards! It was a classic vintage Hollywood look: Soft, sultry, and gotta-have. As in me, now. Without her ‘tude, that is.
According to Suave Celebrity Hairstylist Luke O’Connor, it can be had right at home. Here’s how:

Shampoo and condition hair with the Suave Professionals Healthy Curls line. Apply Suave Professionals Healthy Curls Styling Foam, part hair down the middle and blow dry the mousse completely into the hair on a medium to low setting.
Starting six inches from the roots, spiral wrap …read more

Was the always-adorable Taylor Swift’s performance a little off-key at tonight’s Grammy Awards?
Maybe. But her hair was right on target.
I loved her chic chignon look, it was a classic choice, and perfect for the red carpet. And if you feel the need to recreate it at home – I know I do – our friend Suave Celebrity Hairstylist Luke O’Connor has some great super-easy tips!

For smooth and frizz-free locks, prep hair with Suave Professionals Sleek Shampoo and Conditioner.
Next, give hair body and control by applying Suave Professionals Extra Hold Styling Foam to damp hair. Blow dry the mousse into …read more

Did you know the position you sleep in, and even the type of pillow case you use, can have a huge impact in the health and longevity of your hair style?
Feel the surface of your cotton vs. a satin case.
You’ll notice something very quickly: Cotton is rougher, satin is softer. Because they are softer, satin pillowcases work against hair loss because — quite simply — they allow the hair to slide easily across the pillow while you toss and turn during the night. There is no pulling or tugging on hair when asleep, so hair loss is kept to a …read more

This shall probably be my last SAG awards hair how-to of the week…mostly because I have been talking about SAG and hair nonstop for…well…the entire week.
But I couldn’t put the topic to bed without covering Diane Kruger.
Diane was a nominee at this year’s ceremony, and fitting the occasion, wore a super-glam Jason Wu number — perfectly fitting the romantic side-chignon that celebrity stylist Mark Townsend created to go with it.
I am super in love with Moroccanoil products, so that Mark used these for her sleek, flawless look is no surprise to me. “I started by taking a small amount of …read more

Whether you are in a busy metropolitan city or a tropical plantation, getting caught in the rain can really dampen your day!
The goal is to find ways to adapt, no matter where your surroundings, so that you don’t get wet and walk around for the rest of the day with a mop of frizz.
Case in point: Last month, I was visiting St. Lucia, and as we toured a plantation, it started to rain. It’s not like I had a hoodie or umbrella suddenly available…and there it only rains for about 30 seconds anyway, so I adapted. I stood under a …read more

I secretly gush inside every time I see curls on the red carpet. Why? It gives me hope for styling my own natural locks!
On Saturday, at the SAG Awards in Hollywood, Joan Allen was  nominated for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a TV Movie or Miniseries, for her role in Georgia O’Keefe.
Fitting the occasion, she had to totally shine on the red carpet, and her hair was done for the event by Sebastian Stylist Design Team member Thomas Dunkin, in soft, cascading waves.
To recreate this look at home, Thomas says to:
1. To begin, apply …read more