Category Archives: LES DUDES

Yogi Cameron, former super model turned Ayurvedic healer and yoga master, stars in Model Guru on Veria Living TV network, and has quick and easy remedies to heal your common cold throughout the upcoming flu season.

November 19, 2013

As you are reading this, I know your nose is running…

All of us struggle with the common cold – we catch it, get over it but can’t get away from it.  Whether you are surrounded by sneezing, coughing and running noses in your home, at work or simply out in public – you need to protect yourself!

Yogi Cameron, former super model turned Ayurvedic healer and yoga master, stars in Model Guru on Veria Living TV network, and has quick and easy remedies to heal your common cold throughout the upcoming flu season.

 

Inhalation Therapy – ancient old trick of expelling mucus from the chest region

Steps:

  • Boil a pot of water
  • Add 3-4 drops of camphor oil
  • Put a towel over your head
  • Place your head over the pot and inhale

Coconut Oil & Peppermint Oil – to keep the nasal passages open

Steps:

  • Mix coconut oil with peppermint oil in the palm of your hand
  • Rub it inside your nose

*Peppermint Oil is sharp and hot, so it helps break down the sinus congestion

 

Healing Lemon Drink

Steps:

  • ½ cup warm water
  • ½ lemon
  • Mix in 1 teaspoon of honey

*You can have this drink several times a day but don’t drink it with meals

 

Yoga Postures

  • Shoulder stand – helps to open the muscles in the neck, and as it’s an inversion, it helps to drain all of the mucus out of the nostrils and chest area (instructions on how to form the pose are in the provided video segment).

*Make sure to get plenty of rest for the mind and the body.

 

Click here for the full demonstration of each natural preventative method, as demonstrated by Yogi Cameron himself.

 

Yogi Cameron left the world of high fashion in 1998 to seek the higher path available to all of us. He began his ongoing studies in Ayurveda at Arsha Yoga Vidya Peetam Trust in India under the guidance of his guru Sri Vasudevan after training at the Integral Yoga Institute in New York City and Yogaville of Sri Satchidananda. Since then, Yogi Cameron has worked with individuals throughout the world to provide them with these ancient methods to live healthier, greener, more spiritually-minded lives in accordance with the Ayurvedic and yogic path. Using a combination of treatments, meditation, herbal remedies and diet guidance, Yogi Cameron helps treat specific conditions and set his clients on a path to greater mental, physical, and spiritual health. A primary goal of this path is helping each person find their purpose and practice.

With the help of the Amanuddin Foundation, Yogi Cameron has brought Yoga and meditation to Afghanistan as part of a peace and education program for Afghan children, soldiers, and other members of the civilian population. He also works with young girls rescued from sex trafficking practices in Cambodia in coordination with the Somaly Mam Foundation.

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

2013_11_SALON_BENJAMN-20 2013_11_SALON_BENJAMN-34_2

Last week Benjamin Mohapi and Negin Zand celebrated the re-launch and expansion of the celebloved 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. 

Untitled
 

 2013_11_SALON_BENJAMN-134

 

 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
 

OM! Day of Inner Peace – OCT 27 – hosted by Josh Radnor

October 13, 2013


 Day of Inner Peace


Day-inner-peace-59

Hosted by TV actor and Sundance Award Winning film maker Josh Radnor (HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER, LIBERAL ARTS, HAPPYTHANKYOUMOREPLEASE) and straight up awesome dude – Day of Inner Peace is the second annual, all-day event taking place on Sunday, October 27th @ the Center for Arts in Eagle Rock.

The day features amazing conscious artists from our Los Angeles community including musicians David Newman and Ben Lee and Matty & Avasa Love; NY Times Best Selling Author Rory Freedman (Skinny Bitch); food from famed and delicious Café Gratitude with proceeds benefitting Gaden Shartse Monastery, a Tibetan monastery under the leadership of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and the Q’ero People of Peru, the last living descendants of the ancient Incas.

Come out to the event to experience a day of spiritual healing, practice and a day of inner peace!

This event is brought to us by the Inkarri Foundation founder, Shaman and scholar Juan Ruiz Naupari and his wife and founder of Pneuma Yoga, Ciela Wynter.

 

WHAT: Day of Inner Peace

 

DATE: Sunday, October 27, 2013

 

TIME: 11:00AM – 10:00PM

 

LOCATION: Center for the Arts, Eagle Rock

                       2225 Colorado Blvd

                       Los Angeles, CA 90041

Summer Special for DUDES! At John Allan’s, the new men’s grooming club at Saks Fifth Avenue.

August 6, 2013

JA'S Summer Lovin Special_Jo Malone


John Allan's is the pioneer of men's grooming – with 3 clubs here in the city, Chicago, San Francisco, and Toronto.  His membership clubs offer a range of full service treatment – sign up for a year and guys are welcome any time for a shampoo, condition, hot towel, manicure, shoe shine. Additional services include massage, facial, and shaves.

Let's not forget the pool table and stocked bar! ANYWAY: John Allan's knows that behind every good man, there's a great woman.  This summer, John Allan's is celebrating with their Summer Lovin' promotion, partnering with Jo Malone to offer free samples just for stopping by the John Allan's counter.  

Even better, share a great deal with your guy with mention of the Summer Lovin' promo (or present the flier).  $25 a Full Service and 25% off product that same day.

Bev-Hills-1_Fotor-1024x682
Haircut
Saks Beverly Hills – CA
(310) 887-5500

Dad’s day goodies – ONA SPA

June 6, 2013

ONA SPA ON BEVERLY BLVD.

 

Image001 copy

 

Dad’s Day Off

Treat dad to a day that’s just about him with the Ona Nirvana. Exclusive to Ona, this 2-hour session is the ultimate in relaxation and therapeutic massage. Combined with an Ona Micro Beauty Flash Facial, this luxurious indulgence will have dad walking on cloud 9. $240 (Regularly $300)

The King for a Day

Melt dad into an altered state with a Hot Stone Massage. Heated stones glide over those pesky knots and sore muscles. Next, enjoy a “Man Facial.” This specialized facial for a man’s skin incorporates deep cleansing, exfoliation and hydration. Finally, conclude with the “Handshake Maintenance.” A spa manicure complete with hand massage and moisturizing lotion, sure to help calluses go away. $225 (Regularly $285)