It’s My New Favorite Thing

On September 17, 2012 By Christine RinehartIn beauty, lifestyle2 Comments

So I get on kicks about stuff, as I’m sure you could guess. I find new products to try and when they’re awesome I simply have to share.

So here’s the latest: my new addiction is imPRESS press-on manicure by Broadway Nails. They’re designed to last up to a week. I’ll grant that because my hands are in shampoo sinks all day long they don’t last as well as they should, but I’m happy to use it as an excuse to change them twice a week. At $6.99 a pack it’s still cheaper than when I used to get a nail salon fresh set done every two weeks.

f0ba2bfd8f936a77d3b146acfe9443c7_XL — I just LOVE these!

I Just Wanted To Share This

On August 29, 2012 By Christine RinehartIn beauty, lifestyleLeave a comment

Fusions by So.Cap USA, applied by yours truly

On August 26, 2012December 30, 2012 By Christine RinehartIn beauty, hair1 Comment

I wanted to share with everyone a picture from about 8 years ago. This is my very first full head of fusion hair extensions. I remember being so excited that they came out so nicely. I still get that excited every time I finish a client. I love my job.

I love that the angle of the shot lets you see the back of her after picture as well

dianebefore — Diane’s real hair

Diane’s after look

dianeafter — Diane’s real hair

Diane’s after look

Tape Weft Hair Extensions

On August 16, 2012August 16, 2012 By Christine RinehartIn beauty, hair2 Comments

Remember when I mentioned HotHeads hair extensions? They really are awesome. They are one of several brands of hair extensions that work almost like stickers to add length and thickness to your hair.

Some favorite brands: Babe -Georgie -HotHeads -Cinderella Hair

This is a picture of what tape wefts look like once installed. They can be really great for adding a lot of hair quickly. I love them!

hotheads-hair-extensions-taped-wefts — Tape Weft Hair Extensions

Loot: 2012 IBSNY Hair Show

On April 25, 2012 By Christine RinehartIn beauty, hairLeave a comment

I have a new favorite hair extensions brand. Hotheads! Super fast to do so they lower the cost to client. I’m really excited to work with them more. Check out their philosophy and a photo gallery on their website:

http://www.hotheadshairwear.com/philosophy.html

http://www.hotheadshairwear.com/hotheadsresults.html

(Hit me up at the salon if you’re interested in a consultation to get these done.)

My Favorite Things (Right Now)

On April 8, 2012April 8, 2012 By Christine RinehartIn beauty1 Comment

In no particular order:

— NEW Venus Breeze disposable razors, incredible, two creamy-dreamy bars of what looks like soap become a silky smooth shave gel, brilliant, time saving, just add water and go, great for travel, great for hungover mornings, great for girls on the go

— Urban Decay NAKED Palette, super flattering on everyone I know, there are two versions out now and this is the original, my favorite because the colors from this palette are slightly more blend friendly (some more dramatic shades were picked up for palette #2, if that’s what you like go for it)

— Pure and Good Hand Cream Lemon Tarragon (not pictured, Anthropologie’s site has them all though), I love this one because it smells exactly like Fruit Loops, I don’t know how it does it but it’s incredibly cool, it’s such a nice combination of a child-like scent with the richness of the lotion, melting into your skin quickly, it’s a good year round hand cream because it’s not too heavy for Summer and Spring but it packs the moisturizing punch needed for Fall and Winter

True Color: Ammonia Honesty

On March 14, 2012 By Christine RinehartIn beauty, hairLeave a comment

Hair color products without ammonia were created because some people are sensitive to the odors of ammonia-based colors or experience skin irritation caused by ammonia. Ammonia-free products are often as effective as an ammonia based formula, but there are many clients whose hair is resistant to color and need the push from an ammonia formula to get it where it needs to stay.

I remind my clients that ammonia is used as an alkalizing agent, it opens the cuticle layer of the hair and this allows the color to really sink in. No-ammonia color uses weaker alkalizing agents to open the cuticle. If the cuticle is tight, such as often occurs when the hair turns gray, ammonia works better to open the hair shaft. I prefer it because the coloring results are far more consistent. Regardless of what you prefer, I wouldn’t be concerned about changing trends, they’re still safe and the manufacturer will still make it.

Is Organic Really Better?

On March 7, 2012 By Christine RinehartIn beauty, hairLeave a comment

Short answer: Not always.

Organic foods may be good for your body, but there isn’t clear proof that organic beauty products are healthier for you externally. Actually, lots of organic beauty products have a shorter shelf life than their “non-organic” counterparts. To make matters worse, they can even cause harm if the product is expired. Many organic products can cause irritation and allergy flares from various nuts, fruits and oils.

The industry isn’t effectively regulated at this time, so please read the ingredient labels carefully. A bottle labeled “organic” must contain only 95 percent organic ingredients. Those marked “natural” or “made with organic ingredients” usually have no regulation against many inorganic ingredients. Do your own research and find companies that make great products you can trust in.

Some of my favorites:

— Burt’s Bees

— Davines (probably my favorite)

— Pureology (100% vegan, too)