Coming Monday....
Something exciting...
Can you wait?!
You're going to have to. ;)
1.29.2010
Have you entered our contest yet??
Remember to enter to win! Pass it along to your friends...
Send an email to:
win@celebhairbyyou.com with either "Hair Tour" to win a free backstage tour of the musical HAIR on Broadway,
or
"Products" in the subject line, to win free products,
and your contact info in the message. We'll be choosing a winner first thing on Monday morning!
Send an email to:
win@celebhairbyyou.com with either "Hair Tour" to win a free backstage tour of the musical HAIR on Broadway,
or
"Products" in the subject line, to win free products,
and your contact info in the message. We'll be choosing a winner first thing on Monday morning!
1.27.2010
Hair Tour and Products Give-Away
Hey Lovies!
SO as you all know, I work hard every day backstage at HAIR the Musical on Broadway.
AND as a treat for all my NYC Metro Area readers, or anyone interested in making a day trip to the Big Apple, I am giving away a free backstage tour!
Now, don't feel bad if you're no where near the wonderful city of Manhattan, I'll also be giving away 3 free products!
So, to enter the giveaway send an email to:
win@celebhairbyyou.com with either "Hair Tour" or "Products" in the subject line, and your contact info in the message. We'll be choosing a winner first thing on Monday morning!
Happy Wishing and Winning!
SO as you all know, I work hard every day backstage at HAIR the Musical on Broadway.
AND as a treat for all my NYC Metro Area readers, or anyone interested in making a day trip to the Big Apple, I am giving away a free backstage tour!
Now, don't feel bad if you're no where near the wonderful city of Manhattan, I'll also be giving away 3 free products!
So, to enter the giveaway send an email to:
win@celebhairbyyou.com with either "Hair Tour" or "Products" in the subject line, and your contact info in the message. We'll be choosing a winner first thing on Monday morning!
Happy Wishing and Winning!
1.26.2010
Check Out My Latest Work
I did hair for a shoot on how to dress for different body types, featured in Mochi Magazine!
Check it out here:
http://www.mochimag.com/2010/01/the-skys-the-limit/
(Mochi Magzine is a quarterly online magazine specifically for Asian American teen girls! And if you didn't know, the magazine's namesake, mochi, is a chewy desert made of pounded glutinous rice that has it's origins in Far East Asia. I've never had one, but I bet it's delicious!)
Check it out here:
http://www.mochimag.com/2010/01/the-skys-the-limit/
(Mochi Magzine is a quarterly online magazine specifically for Asian American teen girls! And if you didn't know, the magazine's namesake, mochi, is a chewy desert made of pounded glutinous rice that has it's origins in Far East Asia. I've never had one, but I bet it's delicious!)
1.23.2010
Hair Accessories: Look Like a Star for Every Occasion
Lovies, it’s time to take a break from the mid-winter doldrums and start planning for spring. Hair accessories are front and center as the hottest trend for every occasion. The right accessory can enhance your hair for work or weekend dates and add glamour to a special day. I’m seeing classy and unique hair accessories in my work on photo shoots, weddings, and red carpet celebrity events. Sit down with a cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and your favorite stack of trashy mags, and you’ll see what I mean.
What’s fresh and new when it comes to hair accessories? Here’s a short list to get your imagination fired up.
Headbands in fresh new styles with appliqué, embroidery or decals are a great fashion option. If you’re short on time and on the run, keep a stack handy. A quick up do with a great headband will give you a polished look on short notice.
I'm a huge fan of Forever21 for things like little clips and bands...they're so fashion forward and so cheap! You can transform any old sweater into something trendy with a $5 accessory!
Here are some of my favorites (and P.S., doesn't a great headband just scream Blair Waldorf?!)
Find these and more at Forever21 online by clicking here.
Hair clips and barrettes are also back in style! For jazzy appeal at a social get together, take the simple route and wear a beaded clip. For evening events, an elegant clip flecked with rhinestones or sparkles will make you feel like a star.
PLEASE tell me you've already been around the block a few times and are an old pro at Etsy? I LOVE this sight, especially for things like hair accessories! How awesome to have things that are totally unique! Yes, Forever21 is super cheap, and there's one in almost every major city (and to be honest, I think there may be WMDs hidden at the store in Union Square, it's such a major chaos intersection!), but I am in LOVE with some of these finds from Etsy:
This lovely plush white flower actually has a skull and crossbone center! I love it when hard meets girly-girly soft!
This one is from BombshellClips at Etsy! Check here out here! Also, if you hurry, there is a Buy One Get One sale through Sunday!
This is also a great find from Etsy, from a shop called French Market Stitch by Olga Degtjarewsky. Her shop seems to cater to the burlesque performer, but even if you don't want to put on a show, you can tease a little with this retro-flavored feather piece. To be honest, I swooned a little over this one. Check out Olga's shop here.
Hair ribbons, appliquéd, beaded, or embroidered add a stunning final touch for that very special soiree.
This is the best DIY project of the blog! Find your local craft store and buy about a half a yard (a foot and a half) of ribbon! Depending on your look you may want more or less, but you want to have enough to wrap around the head, and also to tie a nice bow. Buy as many as you like in colors you love, and keep them around the house. They're instant color, and verrrrrrry Chanel. Also a fantastic fall back for days when you can't be bothered with anything other than a ponytail or a loose bun, to just add a pop of color and a purposeful "I meant to do that" with your hairstyle, and run out the door. For under $10 you can walk away with some amazing finds. And since you don't need much, check out the scrap bins too. If you are a craftsy person, add some elastic and make it into a soft band, or maybe weave them together... What ideas have you seen? Any looks you're dying to try?
The options are nearly endless, and you can add creative flair by making your own unique designs.
Lovies, send me a photo of you wearing your favorite hair accessory. If you’ve designed your own, provide a two or three sentence description of how you made it. We’ll be featuring your photos in our gallery in the next few weeks. And if you have any links to creative up-and-coming hair accessory designers you love, please send them my way!
What’s fresh and new when it comes to hair accessories? Here’s a short list to get your imagination fired up.
Headbands in fresh new styles with appliqué, embroidery or decals are a great fashion option. If you’re short on time and on the run, keep a stack handy. A quick up do with a great headband will give you a polished look on short notice.
I'm a huge fan of Forever21 for things like little clips and bands...they're so fashion forward and so cheap! You can transform any old sweater into something trendy with a $5 accessory!
Here are some of my favorites (and P.S., doesn't a great headband just scream Blair Waldorf?!)
Find these and more at Forever21 online by clicking here.
Hair clips and barrettes are also back in style! For jazzy appeal at a social get together, take the simple route and wear a beaded clip. For evening events, an elegant clip flecked with rhinestones or sparkles will make you feel like a star.
PLEASE tell me you've already been around the block a few times and are an old pro at Etsy? I LOVE this sight, especially for things like hair accessories! How awesome to have things that are totally unique! Yes, Forever21 is super cheap, and there's one in almost every major city (and to be honest, I think there may be WMDs hidden at the store in Union Square, it's such a major chaos intersection!), but I am in LOVE with some of these finds from Etsy:
This lovely plush white flower actually has a skull and crossbone center! I love it when hard meets girly-girly soft!
This one is from BombshellClips at Etsy! Check here out here! Also, if you hurry, there is a Buy One Get One sale through Sunday!
This is also a great find from Etsy, from a shop called French Market Stitch by Olga Degtjarewsky. Her shop seems to cater to the burlesque performer, but even if you don't want to put on a show, you can tease a little with this retro-flavored feather piece. To be honest, I swooned a little over this one. Check out Olga's shop here.
Hair ribbons, appliquéd, beaded, or embroidered add a stunning final touch for that very special soiree.
This is the best DIY project of the blog! Find your local craft store and buy about a half a yard (a foot and a half) of ribbon! Depending on your look you may want more or less, but you want to have enough to wrap around the head, and also to tie a nice bow. Buy as many as you like in colors you love, and keep them around the house. They're instant color, and verrrrrrry Chanel. Also a fantastic fall back for days when you can't be bothered with anything other than a ponytail or a loose bun, to just add a pop of color and a purposeful "I meant to do that" with your hairstyle, and run out the door. For under $10 you can walk away with some amazing finds. And since you don't need much, check out the scrap bins too. If you are a craftsy person, add some elastic and make it into a soft band, or maybe weave them together... What ideas have you seen? Any looks you're dying to try?
The options are nearly endless, and you can add creative flair by making your own unique designs.
Lovies, send me a photo of you wearing your favorite hair accessory. If you’ve designed your own, provide a two or three sentence description of how you made it. We’ll be featuring your photos in our gallery in the next few weeks. And if you have any links to creative up-and-coming hair accessory designers you love, please send them my way!
1.15.2010
Scarlett Johannson: Simply Seductive Hair
Lovies, if you would like to exploit your hair’s seductive possibilities, Scarlett Johannson is a great role model with stunning, yet simple, styles for day and night. Take a look at some recent pics...
Photo #1: Scarlett pulls off a weekend look, perfect for running
errands or a Saturday coffee date. Her hair is twisted into an up do style with a little bun pinned down on the side and a few seductive wisps of hair here and there. This pretty hairdo is simple, chic, classy, casual…and delightfully messy.
Photo #2: At this red carpet event, the Miss Scarlett is wearing extensions woven into her hair, giving her a polished, glamorous Hollywood-style aura. For a similar effect
without hair extensions, use a two-inch round barrel ceramic curling iron. The ceramic protects your hair by creating a barrier between the heat element in the curling iron and your locks. It is a great tool for smoothing out and straightening the cuticle and giving you an impeccable look for that special evening out on the town.
Photo #3: Johannson is wearing a charming chignon behind her ear and pulled to the side, with bangs across her forehead. The chignon is a perfect size for her face and has a disheveled, yet elegant continental appeal that is retro yet very contemporary The bangs frame the actress’ face and give her a soft, sensual appeal. This can be a day or evening look, depending on the type of makeup you wear.
And, lovies, news flash for you! The stunningly beautiful and talent Ms. Johansson will be performing on the New York City stage in A View from the Bridge. This is a 14-week limited engagement starting January 24 at the Cort Theater located at 138 W. 48th Street. Scarlet, who was born in the Big Apple, launched her acting career in an off-off Broadway play and went on to went on to gain critical acclaim for her work in The Horse Whisperer, Ghost Wars, Lost in Translation and many other flicks.
Photo #1: Scarlett pulls off a weekend look, perfect for running
errands or a Saturday coffee date. Her hair is twisted into an up do style with a little bun pinned down on the side and a few seductive wisps of hair here and there. This pretty hairdo is simple, chic, classy, casual…and delightfully messy.Photo #2: At this red carpet event, the Miss Scarlett is wearing extensions woven into her hair, giving her a polished, glamorous Hollywood-style aura. For a similar effect
without hair extensions, use a two-inch round barrel ceramic curling iron. The ceramic protects your hair by creating a barrier between the heat element in the curling iron and your locks. It is a great tool for smoothing out and straightening the cuticle and giving you an impeccable look for that special evening out on the town.Photo #3: Johannson is wearing a charming chignon behind her ear and pulled to the side, with bangs across her forehead. The chignon is a perfect size for her face and has a disheveled, yet elegant continental appeal that is retro yet very contemporary The bangs frame the actress’ face and give her a soft, sensual appeal. This can be a day or evening look, depending on the type of makeup you wear.
And, lovies, news flash for you! The stunningly beautiful and talent Ms. Johansson will be performing on the New York City stage in A View from the Bridge. This is a 14-week limited engagement starting January 24 at the Cort Theater located at 138 W. 48th Street. Scarlet, who was born in the Big Apple, launched her acting career in an off-off Broadway play and went on to went on to gain critical acclaim for her work in The Horse Whisperer, Ghost Wars, Lost in Translation and many other flicks.
1.12.2010
Five Simple Resolutions for Great Hair in 2010
Hello, lovies,
This year, my New Year’s resolutions are simple – take time to relax, stay physically active, and eat a nutritious diet. It’s amazing how small changes in your lifestyle can lead to big changes in your health. The same goes for your hair. A simple routine for hair care is a small investment with a big pay back.
The good news is it’s easy to follow a simple hair regimen that helps you feel sexy and confident. As the New Year gets into full swing, consider adding these five simple resolutions to your list:
- Invest in maintenance to keep your hair in good shape. That means getting a trim every three to six weeks, even if you’re growing out your locks.
- Consult with your hair dresser to buy hair products that are right for your hair type.
- For colored hair, use a shampoo and conditioner formulated to protect your color and keep it looking vibrant.
- For curly hair, ask about products to accentuate those lovely curls and ringlets.
- For dry hair, try out a deep conditioning treatment like Bumble and Bumble Deeep.
- Spoil your hair. Put 15 minutes aside every day to refresh and revitalize your hair. For straight hair, use a blow dryer to coax your hair into shape or a curling iron to smooth the cuticle. For curls, spray a little water here and there and scrunch with your fingers. Bumble and Bumble’s Prep is a great product for quick touch ups.
- Reap the benefits of a healthy, well-balanced diet. You are what you eat, and your hair and nails need good nutrition to stay strong and shiny. If you’re on the go without time to eat right or under stress, ask your doctor about taking a multi-vitamin.
- Stick to a routine. Wash your hair every other day. On alternate days, rinse it out in the shower, then condition and comb it out.
Lovies, remember it takes 30 days to establish a new habit. Put this list on a bulletin board as a reminder.
If you’ve got a great hair care routine that works for you, send me a photo and a note describing your regimen. Every week, I’ll be featuring several lovies in a photo gallery on celebrityhairbyyou.com. It’s your chance to shine in 2010!
1.06.2010
Daniel's Tips: Bb SumoTech
New format... trying some new ideas in our blogging, and we're going to try one blog FILLED with tons of tips!
First off: this product gives a great matte finish to any style, but if you use too much it can get really sticky. So, as always, start small! Maybe a dime sized amount, and make sure to warm it up in your palms. The product comes out of the jar white, and you don't want that residue on your hair!
We're going to focus on three uses for this product today:
Spiking short hair
Calming bangs
and
De-frizzing hair
And today's celeb is the lovely, amazing Audrey Tautou!
Okay, obviously Audrey has an adorable, short hairstyle that is largely possible because of her natural hair texture. Let your hair air dry and then warm up some Bb SumoTech in your fingers, and simply twist, lift and flick!
Another fun thing to do is to use this product on damp-ish hair for finishing bangs, like our lovely Audrey in this picture!
Now, lastly, let's talk about a nice smoothing, finishing. Mix into your palms and distribute evenly across your style.
A great versatile product!
Do you use Bb Sumotech? Have any opinions to share? We want to know what you think...
First off: this product gives a great matte finish to any style, but if you use too much it can get really sticky. So, as always, start small! Maybe a dime sized amount, and make sure to warm it up in your palms. The product comes out of the jar white, and you don't want that residue on your hair!
We're going to focus on three uses for this product today:
Spiking short hair
Calming bangs
and
De-frizzing hair
And today's celeb is the lovely, amazing Audrey Tautou!
Okay, obviously Audrey has an adorable, short hairstyle that is largely possible because of her natural hair texture. Let your hair air dry and then warm up some Bb SumoTech in your fingers, and simply twist, lift and flick!Another fun thing to do is to use this product on damp-ish hair for finishing bangs, like our lovely Audrey in this picture!
Now, lastly, let's talk about a nice smoothing, finishing. Mix into your palms and distribute evenly across your style.
A great versatile product!
Do you use Bb Sumotech? Have any opinions to share? We want to know what you think...
Back to the grind, PRODUCT REVIEWS!!
Product of the Day:
Bumble and Bumble Sumotech
According to Bb, this product is not a wax, not a paste, and not a creme, but a "midweight moulding compound that's a combination of all three".
The product is usable for all people, great for styling short hair, but also won't overwhelm fine hair, and great for hair with texture.
Stay tuned for tips all day!
Bumble and Bumble Sumotech
According to Bb, this product is not a wax, not a paste, and not a creme, but a "midweight moulding compound that's a combination of all three".
The product is usable for all people, great for styling short hair, but also won't overwhelm fine hair, and great for hair with texture.
Stay tuned for tips all day!
1.05.2010
1.04.2010
A New Year's Update!
Hello Lovies!
So I'm back! Happy New Year! What are your resolutions for the new year? Or the new decade?! Amazing isn't it! Time just keeps flying by.
You may or may not know by now that in addition to styling and working with celebs on movies and television, I also am a part of the Hit Broadway Show, "HAIR".
Yes, I do hair for HAIR. :)
Maybe you watched NBC on New Year's Eve and saw Carson Daily's new yearly New Year's Bash, and if you did, you saw the cast of HAIR performing "live"...
What's amazing about it is... it's totally pre-recorded! I got to the theatre at 4pm just to make sure I didn't hit any traffic on my way into Midtown Manhattan. I made it in record time from my home in New Jersey easily. Amazing! Everyone in the show got into their wigs.
For the special performance I did Jackie, Nicole, Krystal Joy, Steel, Ato and Michael James.
<--- Jackie wears long brown hair extensions that perfectly match her own hair.
Nicole's wig is a huge afro with shells at the base --->
Krystal has a ponytail wig attached with a headband
I have tons of pictures from the event and I'll post them all day long.
We rehearsed once, and then just before we were getting ready to shoot our first run of Let The Sun Shine, Carson came out, did the Nivea Plug AND did the countdown! Pre-recorded at 7:30...
We videotaped our segment twice, and were out of there! I was back at my house in New Jersey by 8:30 and could celebrate in the warmth inside!
Stay tuned all day for more pictures and updates!
So I'm back! Happy New Year! What are your resolutions for the new year? Or the new decade?! Amazing isn't it! Time just keeps flying by.
You may or may not know by now that in addition to styling and working with celebs on movies and television, I also am a part of the Hit Broadway Show, "HAIR".
Yes, I do hair for HAIR. :)
Maybe you watched NBC on New Year's Eve and saw Carson Daily's new yearly New Year's Bash, and if you did, you saw the cast of HAIR performing "live"...
What's amazing about it is... it's totally pre-recorded! I got to the theatre at 4pm just to make sure I didn't hit any traffic on my way into Midtown Manhattan. I made it in record time from my home in New Jersey easily. Amazing! Everyone in the show got into their wigs.
For the special performance I did Jackie, Nicole, Krystal Joy, Steel, Ato and Michael James.
<--- Jackie wears long brown hair extensions that perfectly match her own hair.
Nicole's wig is a huge afro with shells at the base --->
Krystal has a ponytail wig attached with a headband
I have tons of pictures from the event and I'll post them all day long.
We rehearsed once, and then just before we were getting ready to shoot our first run of Let The Sun Shine, Carson came out, did the Nivea Plug AND did the countdown! Pre-recorded at 7:30...
We videotaped our segment twice, and were out of there! I was back at my house in New Jersey by 8:30 and could celebrate in the warmth inside!
Stay tuned all day for more pictures and updates!
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