Celeb-Worthy Salons in NYC

Next time you’re in the Big Apple, treat your hair to a privileged experience at a celebrity hotspot for hair care. Appointments are difficult to get, but it’s worth a try at these salons that have put themselves on the maps of the most gorgeous stars:

John Frieda Salon, Madison Avenue
Head colorist and Sharon Dorram-Krause has colored Renee Zellweger, Uma Thurman, Kate Winslet and more. Call the salon to book an appointment with this “Color Genius”!
April Barton’s Suite 303
This haven for rocker hair care couldn’t be in a more perfect place- the Chelsea Hotel. Clients include Elvis Costello, Eddie Vedder, Oasis and U2. Cuts range in price from $50 to $120. Call for appointments and other pricing.
Garren New York
A leader in his trade, Garren has been working hair magic for over two decades. His list of clients includes Oprah Winfrey, Madonna, Nicole Kidman, a slew of supermodels, and even the iconic Audrey Hepburn. Located at the Fifth Avenue Sherry Netherland Hotel (pictured), this salon is the best of the best for the star treatment in NYC.

Fit For An “Eyebrow King”!

The Damone Roberts Brow Kit ($150.00) is the absolute, most complete kit for brow maintenance! Included are Damone’s specially designed, calibrated tension tweezers with customized slanted tip for ultimate comfort, precision and control; scissors, sharpener, brow gel, and two brow brushes (angled and smudge); and brow highlighter and brow pencil in your choice of colors. If you’re no brow-grooming professional, this kit is truly a no-brainer- as an added bonus, Damone includes some of his best, helpful brow tips. Let the “Eyebrow King” help you take the guesswork out of eyebrow grooming with his collection of professional products.

Easy Extensions By Jessica Simpson and Ken Paves

You don’t have to be an expert to get the versatility and fun styling of hair extensions. The 17” Hairdo Wavy Human Hair Extension by Jessica Simpson and Ken Paves ($318.95) is a lightweight, heat-friendly piece that’s a cinch for women with even no experience using extensions. This clip-in extension comes in fifteen different colors, with an application time of just five minutes. The single piece is made of real human hair, so it adds length, body and texture while blending in easily. Start with this easy to style piece to try out a timeless, wavy look!

A Classic, Comfortable Headband for Everyone

Finally, there is a headband that stays in place comfortably all day long! The Scunci Braided Flexi Wrap Headwrap ($4.99) has an elastic loop back that molds to your head to prevent sliding or pinching. The “braided” design looks great on hair of all types and lengths, and the classic tortoiseshell color goes with practically anything. This is the perfect hair accessory as back-to-school season approaches!

The New ‘Feathered’ Hair

 

Don’t be surprised when you see feathers accenting clothing and accessories at your favorite stores next season! Designers like Carolina Herrera, Badgley Mischka and Marc Jacobs have used the deep gem-tones and sensual texture to create pieces that are as beautiful as the creatures who inspired them. Be part of the flock with bold hair accessories like this Plumage Headband from Urban Outfitters ($18.00). The headband is simple and classy, and works well with all hair types and lengths.

Opposites Attract in Aussie’s New Styling Line

Hold that lasts all day without stiffness? Who knew both were possible? The folks at Aussie did when they created their new line of products to make your style more manageable. Aussie Opposites Attract Strong Hold and Touchable Feel Styling Mousse ($3.99) contains the exotic ingredients they love to use like mango and wild cherry bark extracts. It’s perfect for your everyday ‘do, but holds up against the elements well enough for special occasion styling.

Just work through damp hair, and style as desired!

The Perfect Bobby Pin

One of the most traditional hair accessories has finally evolved. Scunci Comfort Curved Bobby Pins ($1.29, 60 count) curve to fit the shape of your head- which helps keep the pins in place, painlessly. Even the thickest hair is held securely, opening up unlimited styling options that wouldn’t be possible with other pins.

Try this easy updo for casual summertime events:
1. Start at your hairline and brush back a two inch wide “bangs” section. Secure with bobby pins. Loosen this “pouf” up a bit with your fingers.
2. Pull the remaining section of hair above your left ear into the ponytail in the middle of your head. Twist toward the center of your head and secure with bobby pins. Repeat with the right, and then secure remaining loose ends.
3. Roll the remaining hair at the base of your neck upwards until it reaches the center of the updo. Secure this section with pins, and loosen a bit with fingers if necessary.

You’re done! Always try to keep the bobby pins from being visible, be creative and have fun with your updo!

“Hair’s” to Your Health: TIGI S-Factor

Sorry for the bad pun, but it’s quite fitting when we’re talking about TIGI’s new line, S-Factor.

We’re all concerned with our health, and keeping our hair and scalp healthy is a no-brainer. A healthy scalp is the foundation for strong, healthy hair, and it’s especially important in summer. 

S-Factor is formulated to to just that, with proteins and botanicals to support hair and scalp health. The line features shampoos and conditioners for both color-treated (Color Savvy) and “virgin” (not color treated) hair (Smoothing). It also includes Serious, a deep conditioner, and Papaya Leave-In Moisturizing Spray.

S-Factor has a couple of awesome treatments your hairstylist can use in the salon. EMTs (don’t you love the name?)- Extreme Moisture Therapy with Extreme Moisture Complex (a special blend that increases your hair’s ability to retain moisture) also come in 2 specialized formulas: Color Savvy, and Health Factor, for highlighted and over-processed hair. I spray this onto damp hair before cutting to condition my clients’ hair at the same time.

Balance Boosters are weekly treatments you can use at home to maintain your hair between salon services.

S-Factor’s stylers are protective and caring, too. For humidity-proof fullness and bounce, apply Body Booster to towel-dried hair and blow-dry with S-Factor’s amazing round Ceramic Brushes (you’re not still using metal round brushes, are you?). I totally dig Dream Drops and Creamy Molding Wax; I make a styling cocktail by emulsifying them together in my hands and applying to dry hair to give a piece-y look to my clients’ hair with outrageous shine (don’t overdo it — a little goes a long way).

See the full line at TIGI Haircare Online.

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