Category Archives: HAIR

NATASHA’S SUMMER BEACH BAG ESSENTIALS

July 30, 2017

You’ve booked your flight and bought your bikini. What’s next on your summer vacation to-do list? Stock up on the very best summer beauty products! We’ve rounded up some of our favorite beauty finds to keep your skin and hair protected from the sun, surf and sand.

ACURE’s Dry Oil Body Sprays — Lock in moisture and get your summer glow on with ACURE’s Dry Oil Body Sprays. These ultra-lightweight, easily absorbed conditioning sprays are available in three delicious scents—Citrus Ginger, Coconut and — my favorite — Rose. With just one spritz, skin is soothed and moisturized without that greasy feel, and — even better — you can tame frizzy salt-stiffened strands by spraying on your hair! 2 in one! RETAIL PRICE/AVAILABILITY: $12.99 each, available at www.acureorganics.com

DERM iNSTITUTE’s Cellular Brightening Daily Defense SPF 50 — Summer’s the time to soak in those rays—just make sure to apply DERM iNSTITUTE’s Cellular Brightening Daily Defense SPF 50, a 2-in-1 brightening moisturizer and physical sunscreen. Enriched with anti-oxidants and therapeutic herbs, skin is protected from free radical damage. In addition, broad spectrum SPF 50 blocks the sun’s harmful UV rays, so you’re able to enjoy the sun without worrying about damage or burning. Added bonus — it smells like cookie dough! RETAIL PRICE/AVAILABILITY: $110, available now at www.diskincare.com

INOAR’s Argan Oil — Everyone knows the sun, wind, chlorine and salt water are super damaging to the hair. That’s why my hair mantra this summer is, “condition, condition, condition.” If you want to take hair conditioning routine to the next level, try INOAR’s Argan Oil, which eliminates frizz, smooths hair, and locks in hydration. This oil will leave your hair super silky and smooth — and never weighed down. RETAIL PRICE/AVAILABILITY: $34, available now at www.inoarprofessional.com

Philip Kingsley After-Sun Scalp Mask — Forgot to pack your hat? Got a little too much sun? End your day with the Philip Kingsley After-Sun Scalp Mask. This calming scalp mask is ideal for soothing sun-burnt, sensitive skin. I used it on myself and my daughter — and it was amazing! Infused with Chamomile Extract and hydrating Aloe Vera, this treatment will leave your scalp feeling completely nourished and moisturized. Apply directly to your scalp, and rinse off after 10 minutes. It’s that easy! RETAIL PRICE/AVAILABILITY: $30, available at www.philipkingsley.com

XX Natasha B.

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Peta Certified Beauty Store Has You Covered! Vanity Planet

July 26, 2017

How is this for a mission statement:

we’re not your average beauty company. from day one we made it our mission to cut the b.s. and create a brand that combats the idea that beauty is shallow. sure, we like to get dolled up and admire our foxy selves in the mirror, but that doesn’t mean we’re self-obsessed or conceited. we just know that when we look good, we feel great. and who wouldn’t want that?

vanity planet exists to bring you rad products, straightforward benefits, and daring content to help extract your best. there’s no shame in an awe-worthy complexion or head-turning hair. why? because taking care of your exceptional self means a bold, more confident you in this crazy world. we’re here to be an unapologetic shout in a crowd of conformity. after all, being the beautiful babe you are should never be boring.

So yah. This is a site you need to know amount. Quality and well edited. Vegan. Cruelty-free. I was quickly able to scour some top notch much needed goodies in seconds – the site is adorable and excellently designed! Class Act!

My top picks are here – but this is only because I am stocked up on so much good stuff to review. The site is chock full of so many goodies.

Ultimate Facial Cleansing System

The Mack Mama!!

The Ultimate Skin Spa is a dual-speed, rotary device designed to address the needs of multiple skin types all in one system. Because let’s face it, our skin changes with the weather so our skincare routine should too. Luckily, this system is designed to fit the needs of your skin year-round.

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The first time you wash your face with the Vanity Planet Ultimate Skin Spa Facial Cleansing Brush will feel like the first time you’ve ever truly washed your face! OK, so maybe that’s a slight exaggeration, but if you haven’t tried it yet, it’s time for an upgrade!

What feels like a year’s worth of dirt and debris will be gently but thoroughly buffed away, leaving nothing but smooth, soft, glowing skin behind. This dual-speed handheld spin brush works with your favorite cleanser and one of three interchangeable brush heads to customize the perfect routine for your skin type.

Pair the lowest speed with the Daily Cleansing Facial Brush Head for a gentle surface cleanse, or use the Exfoliating Brush Head with the highest speed to slough off dead skin cells and reveal a radiant complexion. There’s something for those with sensitive skin as well – the Silicone Facial Brush head has soft bristles to massage skin clean rather than buff or scrub. Get ready to glow!

Dual-speed lightweight spin brush suitable for all skin types, including the most sensitive
Gently but thoroughly removes hard-to-get dirt, makeup, and debris
Water-resistant for use in the shower
Skin is left clean, smooth, and ready to absorb masks, serums, and moisturizer
3 interchangeable brush heads are included: Daily Cleansing, Exfoliating to be used once a week, and Silicone for sensitive skin
Includes hard protective case for storage and travel
Cordless; operates on 2 AA batteries (not included)
AND LOOK!!!

Elite Sonic Toothbrush

I have been searching HIGH and LOW for the mutha load – and here it is!!

Get the most efficient clean, without the hassle! At 40,000 brush strokes per minute, the Elite Sonic Toothbrush puts in the hard work so you don’t have to. Get a truly effortless white smile in as little as two minutes, twice a day.

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Even the most stubborn plaque and residue are no match for the Elite Sonic Toothbrush, that operates at 40,000 strokes per minute. With DuPont Bristles and its Two-Minute Smart Auto Timer, the Elite Sonic Toothbrush gives you an optimal clean in record time. The toothbrush boasts three modes—Clean, Dazzle, and Pulse—to match your smile’s needs. To give your toothbrush a charge lasting up to two weeks, place the handle in the included Charging Base. Keep your brush heads in the UV Sanitizing compartment, killing germs and ensuring nothing stands in the way of those pearly whites.

Key Benefits:
• Optimal clean: UV Sanitizer kills 99% of germs and bacteria on your brush heads
• Two-Minute Smart Auto Timer promotes brushing for the ADA-recommended time, notifying you when to change areas
• One full charge that lasts up to two weeks
• Includes two brush heads and one interdental brush head so you can kiss plaque goodbye

Grove Rejuvineting Scalp Massager

Groove | Scalp Massaging Shampoo Brush, Scalp Massager, - Vanity Planet

A scalp massage is an easy shortcut to relaxation and stress release – just think about how great you feel after having your hair shampooed at the salon. But scalp massage comes with a ton of additional benefits – it increases blood flow to your scalp to promote hair growth, distributes natural oils to boost hair luster, and can help to control or even eliminate dandruff. The Vanity Planet Groove Rejuvenating Scalp Massager is a gently vibrating handheld massager that gives you all the benefits of a salon scalp massage in your own shower.

The Vanity Planet Groove Rejuvenating Scalp Massager is water-resistant and fits perfectly in the palm of your hand, allowing you to use as little or as much pressure as you’d like. It has flexible rubber tips that comfortably stimulate and gently exfoliate your scalp while lathering up your favorite shampoo, or distributing your favorite conditioner or hydrating hair oil. You can also use the Vanity Planet Rejuvenating Scalp Massager outside of the shower to unwind.

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Make the most of your hair care routine with this nifty scalp massaging shampoo brush. Groove Rejuvenating Scalp Massager is a battery-powered, vibrating brush that has blunt, rubber bristles that gently loosen dead skin cells and oil buildup while giving the scalp a soothing mini-massage. This device is perfect for massaging dense and thick hair, including braids, extensions, and weaves. Not only does this brush make cleansing your scalp a breeze, but it also helps promote blood flow to the scalp, which can increase scalp health and hair growth—let’s get real, we all want full, luscious locks!

Key Benefits:
• Helps promote hair growth and scalp health
• Lifts away dead skin cells and oil buildup on the scalp
• Pairs well with your favorite shampoo and conditioner
• Increases blood flow to the scalp
• Thoroughly cleans braids, weaves, and extensions
• Vibrations offer a relaxing massage

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Kim Vō Launches Vō Blow; a Concept Salon focused on Quick and Luxurious Treatments at the Montage Beverly Hills

July 10, 2017

Ten minute hair color? YES, PLEASE!!!

As summer kicks into high gear, so do the outdoor activities — beach gatherings, backyard BBQs, pool parties, weekends away. But with all that fun in the sun, our hair pays a major price. Summer conspires against hair color like no other season. The sun, salt water, chlorine and over-washing fade color and dull shine. With the weather so perfect, who wants to spend the whole day in the salon getting those pesky roots touched up when we could be bouncing around town posting Instagram stories of “rosé all day”?”

Master colorist Kim Vo and his new Vō Blow salon has changed all that. You can now get hair color AND a blow out in the same amount of time it takes you to filter your photo. This express service is literally 10-minute hair color and a 30-minute blow out — game changer!! Oh yeah, and everything is under $50.

Located street-level at the famed Montage Beverly Hills, Vō Blow is the complete package from root to end. Perfect for a lunch break refresh or when you’re tight on time and need a root touch-up before a night out, Vō Blow’s core a la carte services include blowdrys, 10-minute color, glaze treatments, moisture masks, and intensive conditioning treatments —and did I mention everything is under $50?

“My clients have always asked me for an express service to take them in between their salon visits, or to deliver quick color in a pinch,” says Vō, whose famous clients include Britney Spears, Jenny McCarthy, Goldie Hawn and Pamela Anderson. “Our ten-minute color is perfect for both men and women on the go and, as we like to say, Vo Blow Color Go!”

Run, don’t walk, to Vō Blow.

MONTAGE BEV HILLS

Address: 225 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Phone: (310) 860-7800

xx Natasha

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Rita Hazan // At-Home Hair Color and Treatment

July 5, 2017

Worried about your summer color fading from sun and surf?

Rita Hazan’s products are made to refresh virgin or salon-colored hair.

True Color Shampoo

Step 1 in Rita’s True Color Revolution. Specially designed for color treated hair, this rich-lathering shampoo gently yet effectively protects hues. Infused with botanical surfactants, it cleans and removes build up without stripping color. Rice proteins and Moringa Seed Extract leave hair squeaky clean and nourished. No build-up, so hair feels weightless.

True Color Ultimate Shine Gloss

Step 2 in Rita’s True Color Revolution, glossing is the salon secret to keep color vibrant and hair as shiny as the day you got it colored. With 5 shades developed by Rita, this in-shower color-saver enhances shine and brilliance with mess-free application.

True Color Conditioner

Step 3 in Rita’s True Color Revolution. Specially designed for color treated hair, this color-protecting conditioner richly hydrates without weighing hair down. Infused with Japanese Camelia Oil to leave strands feeling silky and manageable. Rita’s fade-defying complex protects color from UV, environment and heat tools, preventing breakage while providing lustrous sheen.

Safe for all hair types. Sulfate, Sodium Chloride & Paraben Free.

at Sehpora @$26 each

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The Velvet Rabbit – By Bronzed Bunny

June 15, 2017

What is the vajacial? Just what you’re thinking – a facial for your lady parts weather it’s a weekend getaway, surprise tinder date or a mellow night with bae, let Bronzed Bunny rejuvenate and brighten your bunny with their signature vajacial treatment called, The Velvet Rabbit.

Shaving is bad.

Ingrown hairs can be caused by a buildup of dead and dry skin. The vajacial is a revitalizing treatment done post Brazilian, sugaring (7 -10 days after for optimal results) where they use luxury product line {Epicuren} to cleanse the skin, exfoliate and a apply our hydrating mineral collagen mask under steam. The results brighten and rejuvenate the bikini area while treating and preventing future ingrown hairs, hyper-pigmentation and dryness.

Prepare for your vajacial with Bronzed Bunny’s other signature treatment, Sugaring is the safest and most gentle form of hair removal; that is even safe for certain skin conditions. They use organic sugar paste made of just water, sugar and lemon. The sugar ball is applied in the opposite direction of hair growth, while the sugar seeps into the hair follicle and wraps around the root, the paste is flicked off in the natural hair growth direction eliminating hair breakage and irritation. The sugar itself is a natural humectant which draws moisture into the skin, while naturally exfoliating dead and dry skin.

Over time, sugaring does lead to faster permeant hair reduction and noticeable growth depletion can be seen after just your first two sugaring services.

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