Category Archives: HAIR

Color + Cut at Benjamin w/Negin Zand with the amazing Deanna & Jennifer

March 26, 2014

BENJAMIN SALON

HAIRDRESSING THAT REINFORCES
AN UNDERSTATED AND INCLUSIVE APPROACH TO SIMPLE BEAUTY

Salon obsession 2014.  I don’t know where to start.

Jennifer and Deanna took my over-processed, straw,  broom-y, orange-y, hair from well…just that….to silky, blonde, bouncy and healthy.  All I can say is…I’m going back in two weeks to continue with my brass to blonde transformation. I am in love.  I had been holding out for weeks to get my hair did and all I can say is Praise Be Benjamin.  You amassed an incredible team and a drool worth space. Bravo.

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These are some photos from SELECTS – the blow your mind apothecary next door!

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JENNIFER LOURA
Stylist

“Hair is everything, is it not?”

Jennifer merges East Coast street style with the effortlessly chic energy of the West. From piercing, minimalistic pixies to an alluring display of bohemian layers – and everything in between. She brings it into being. To her, it’s the total look.

Jennifer specializes in men’s cuts, from the uber cool east side hipster to the clueless business man. She could make Homer Simpson land a GQ cover.

Aside from being at Salon Benjamin, she works independently with notable photographers on various shoots/corporate campaigns, and creating new looks for her red carpet clientele. She’s had the pleasure of being part of nationally accredited salons, such as UMI Salon and Prive Salon, educating peers and making passion permanent in every Hair Designer.

Now Jennifer invites you to join her at Salon Benjamin.

Website
www.jenniferloura.com

Blog
www.dontjeneralize.tumblr.com

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DEANNA BEAVERS
Senior Colorist

In her passionate pursuit in becoming a world-class colorist, Deanna came to Los Angeles to work at the salon of her dreams.

Deanna’s journey of cultural experiences and diversity during her world travels has given her an obsession with hair that is beautiful, classic, yet trendy. Hair that’s equally at home on your best friend, neighbor, wife or celebrity. Inspired by her upbringing in the vast, blank canvas of Texas, Deanna feels freedom to explore the contrast of fresh possibility within the unlimited urban world of Los Angeles. She has had the pleasure of working along side top colorists in the industry today who inspired her to reach new levels. Deanna has perfected her skill in techniques such as classic foiling, balayage, and ombre, using these to create the most natural flowing hair that looks as though God had done it himself.

Deanna’s work has been featured in film, magazines, television, red carpet and among some of the top models and actors in the industry today. She joined the team at Salon Benjamin when Benjamin first opened the doors, helping establish the salon’s renowned color department with some of the newest and freshest colors we have seen yet.

 

BENJAMIN with NEGIN ZAND
8910 Melrose Avenue
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(Between Robertson & Doheny)

p. 424.249.3296
e. [email protected]

Tuesday – Saturday: 8:00am – 7:00pm
or by appointment 

 

Drybar opens in MY HOOD! on west third street!

December 10, 2013

WHO: Drybar, the “No cuts. No color. Just blowouts” concept that originated in Los Angeles and has captivated over 500,000 loyal clients across the country.

 

WHAT: Drybar is set to open in the West 3rd Neighborhood this winter. This, the 12th Drybar shop in Los Angeles—and the 35th nationwide—will offer the brand’s signature blowouts in stylish surroundings for a flat fee of $40. This will also be just the second Los Angeles location (following Santa Monica) with a VIP Room, a private hideaway within Drybar that can accommodate up to four guests for private parties or for just a secret blowout respite.

 

WHERE: 8379 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles CA 90048. Appointments can be booked online atwww.thedrybar.com, through the Drybar iPhone app (phone number to be announced soon).

 

WHEN: Wednesday, December 11, 2013

 

WHY: Because the residents of West Hollywood deserve perfect blowouts. Don’t you think?

 

Kashmir Keratin

November 22, 2013

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Kashmir Keratin 

Every day is a good hair day!

 

Designed to mend your damaged and color treated hair, the Kashmir Keratin Hair System has formulated a one-of-a kind range of Sulfate free and Paraben free based shampoos, conditioners, masks and serums, just for your locks.

Rebuilds, strengthens, gently cleanses, restores dry damaged hair at salon standardb with proprietary formulas that restore the hair shaft after one use.

The Kashmir Keratin hair treatment system also takes care of dandruff and excess oil that can weigh your hair down. The full Kashmir Keratin line includes the following products:

     Shampoo:

      – Keratin Enriched Shampoo 100ml (travel size) $9.50

      – Kashmir Keratin Enriched Shampoo $30.00

      – Volume Shampoo 500ml $35.00

      – Kashmir Keratin Deep 3 Technology Shampoo (250ml) $17.00

   Mask:

      – Kashmir Keratin Mask (500ml) $45.00

      – Keratin Enriched Hair Mask (Travel Size) $13.00

      – Kashmir Keratin Deep 3 Technology Mask (500ml) $50.00

   Smoothing Treatment:

      – Kashmir Ceramic Keratin Hair Smoothing Therapy (1000ml) $450.00

      – Kashmir Ceramic Keratin Hair Smoothing Therapy $159.50

 

 

Benjamin Mohapi and Negin Zand Announce the Grand Opening of BENJAMIN with NEGIN ZAND

November 19, 2013

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Last week Benjamin Mohapi and Negin Zand celebrated the re-launch and expansion of the celeb–loved spot BENJAMIN with NEGIN ZAND (formerly Salon Benjamin) in the chic hood of upper Melrose.

The 3,000 sq. ft boasts 24 chairs, and is a decor fantatics dream. The feel is of a 17th century librarian's hangout, private home or "salon" where people congregate to be creative, share intellectual ideas and influence culture. 

Also on board in the redux salon, a fully stocked shop, Selects, natural and organic beauty brands from around the globe, the salon's 500-square-foot shop offers hair products, skincare, bath goods and more—all hand-picked by head stylist Benjamin Mohapi and boutique manager Genavieve Lynch.

The salon's new mantra: attainable, everyday style.

"Having been in LA for a couple years, we realized that what clients really want is hair that is modern, natural, and easy to maintain. Our focus is more on hair quality and simple shapes," they tell us. "This a brand for real people with real hair."

 

But it's all about the talent. 

British born Benjamin Mohapi arrived in London as a teenager. Having worked in the UK’s top salons as a stylist, including the salons of John Frieda, Nicky Clarke, and Daniel Galvin, he began his move into the world of fashion assisting the biggest names in the industry and developing his own creative vision. By the age of 22 Mohapi had left the salon and was spending all his time on set as a session stylist where he quickly established himself in the fashion and entertainment industries. Having traveled the world extensively working on a variety of exciting, artistic, and creative projects his resume had grown to include photographers Rankin, David LaChapelle, and the late Herb Ritts. He also worked on editorial and fashion projects for Vogue, ID, Nylon, GQ, Marie Claire, and many more. All of these experiences went into creating a London based hair, beauty, and styling agency which Mohapi founded and had in operation for almost 10 years.

In 2012, Mohapi opened the BENJAMIN salon and 2013 he was joined by master colorist Negin Zand. The roster at the BENJAMIN salon reads like a who’s who in the LA hair world. Mohapi has pulled together an extraordinary amount of talent under one roof and in doing so is changing the Los Angeles hairdressing landscape. His goal is simply to elevate standards and expectations, to move away from cheap celebrity and to focus on the craft of great hairdressing. The Salon is inviting and charming with a sophisticated style and aesthetic that creates an ambiance that truly reflects Mohapi’s personality. It is both ultra-luxurious and incredibly relaxed. Garnering a phenomenal amount of online and print credit from a variety of celebrity clientele and style influencers the BENJAMIN salon has received accolades from outlets such as Vanity Fair, Allure, 

Colorist Negin Zand was born in Iran and spent much of her life living in both Sydney and Los Angeles. She began her career in Australia, where she first realized her interest for color development. In 1991, she relocated to Los Angeles to fortify her talent for capturing the natural effect of sunlight upon hair. Negin was accepted into famed hairdresser Christophe’s salon in Beverly Hills.

Indicative of her natural approach to beauty, Negin utilizes the technique of Baliage, an ancient French hair coloring method that emphasizes sweeping motions and a free-form style of highlighting the hair. Her unique approach and speed (highlights can take 15 minutes or less) has made her a favorite among such A-list celebrities as Madonna, Nicole Kidman, Reese Witherspoon, Kate Hudson, Angelina Jolie, Cate Blanchett, Scarlett Johansson, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kate Bosworth, Jennifer Aniston, Meg Ryan, Miley Cyrus, Rachel McAdams, Faith Hill, Sheryl Crow, Megan Fox, and Jessica Chastain. Her work has been featured in illustrious fashion and beauty magazines such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Vanity Fair, W, and Allure, while advertising clients such as Pantene, Revlon and L’Oréal rely on her for their top campaigns. 

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 PRICE LIST Styling Color Treatment Extensions

  Benjamin Stylists Senior Stylists Styling Directors
Women’s Haircut and Blowdry $300 From $125 From $175 From $250
Men’s Haircut $200 From $95 From $115 From $165
Blow Dry $150 From $65 From $90 From $125

Complimentary Consultations

Complimentary consultations for all ourservices are available by appointment.

Complimentary Fringe Trim

Complimentary fringe trims are availableto all our regular clients.

Special Occasion Hair

For full details of our styling, hair-up, and out of salon services, including bridal hair, please contact our receptionist.

 

BENJAMIN with NEGIN ZAND
8910 Melrose Avenue
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(Between Robertson & Doheny)

p. 424.249.3296
e. [email protected]

Tuesday – Saturday: 8:00am – 7:00pm
or by appointment
 

TANGLE TEEZER – THE ULTIMATE HAIR DETANGLER!

November 12, 2013

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TANGLE TEEZER – the Brit sensation is here and I GET IT!  IT WORKS!

 

I was totally skeptical about this detangling brush because it is just so CUTE, I couldn't imagine it getting the job done.
 
 
There are so many adorable styles and color ways and the design is so easy to throw in your bag.
 
I LOVE The Aqua Splash.  Wash my hair and brush it out in one fell swoop.  Also a great looking design 🙂
 
Aqua Splash is the latest innovation from Tangle Teezer, and the first upright, non-slip, water-loving detangling hairbrush. It just loves to dive in and save stranded hair! The hollow design makes for easy, lightweight handling, and the rounded edges allows for smooth, free-flowing detangling.
 
 
Here's the deal:
 
 
Detangled. Healthy. Shiny. These are the three stages to gorgeous looking hair and we have a hairbrush that helps you every step of the way.
 
Tangle Teezer's patented teeth are used on all our hairbrushes, but it’s the functionality and creative design of each one that helps make up your complete haircare cycle.
 
Each stage is as individual as your hair. In the TT world we like to call it prep, preen and polish.
 
 
 
Buy them here!
 

 Ulta, Target, and Urban Outfitters!