So, I tried a fabulous product, Chroma Riche softening mask by Kerastase. My knotty, ratty, sun damaged hair turned into a silky dream! Seriously, during the summer my Japanese straightened hair when mixed with beach wind and chlorine likes to turn into a ratty mess! But this product gave me lots of extra slide. The brush seriously slipped right through it! After I blew out my hair it looked smoother than ever and even the color seemed more vibrant. I love this stuff but like everything else Kerastase, it ain't cheap. This price rocks out at $60. If you're used to buying higher price-range products this is definitely one worth checking out because it rescued my lifeless locks!

Check out Kerastase for more products!

*I was given this product for purposes of possible review for Kerastase.

These strips of color clip into hair for a commitment-free streaked effect! Who doesn't want the fun, colored streaks like the celebs? But who wants to damage their locks? And even more, who wants the streaks in for more than one day! With Put on Pieces Color strips you get a one-inch clip in strip that delivers a vibrant color boost without the damage or the permanancy.  

A part of Put on Pieces Freestyle Color Strips are made with human hair, which kind of freaked me out but I got over it once I put it in. The good part about this is that they can be curled or straightened with thermal styling tools just like your own hair. 

Choose from six fun colors and mix and match multiple shades. Color strips are available in Amethyst, Blue, Gold, Pink, Purple and Red.

At only $8 a "Pop" they're a steal!

Find these on www.hairuwear.com for retail locations!

For thousands of years, Polynesians have used Monoi Oil for its natural reparative properties. To make Monoi, freshly picked Tiare flower blossoms are steeped in coconut oil to produce fragrant oil that helps repair hair, improving its condition, softness, and shine. The Monoi Collection was created especially for those concerned with hair breakage. This product does not contain petrolatum, mineral oil, or artificial colors.

Only strong hair can grow long and as a fan of insanely long locks I am loving this line, especially the repairing hair mask. It left my hair feeling strong but not weighed down. I also loved the smell! 

Carol's Daughter products are available in Sephora stores and on CarolsDaughter.com.

Have you tried the Monoi repairing collection?

Backstage at Thakoon

Kérastase has partnered with celebrated and legendary stylist, Odile Gilbert for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2011. In partnership with Kérastase, Odile led a team of celebrated hairstylists to create looks for six high-profile designers, including: 3.1 Phillip Lim, Monique Lhuillier, Suno, Tory Burch, Thakoon and Theyskens’ Theory.

Odile and Kérastase both share a philosophy that is deeply rooted in their collective French heritage: beautiful hair starts with hair that is healthy. Since the brand’s inception, Kérastase has remained devoted to providing women with an unmatched promise to transform hair with immediate, visible results. Kérastase offers the most innovative, highly advanced personalized care to meet every hair concern. Similarly, Odile believes that a beautiful hairstyle must first have a strong and healthy foundation in order for it to transform into a masterpiece.

Wanna get the looks created by Odile at some of the hottest shows this season? Here’s how Odile created the stunning looks backstage at each of the shows.

THAKOON
Inspiration: The bold primary colors and tribal prints worn by the African Masai tribe
Hairstyle: An elegant, yet spontaneous chignon intertwined with bold-colored deconstructed woolen beanies

To get the look:
Apply a walnut sized amount of Nectar Thermique to wet hair and gently massage into the lengths and ends. Blow-dry straight. Part hair at the crown and create a zig-zag braid to serve as the foundation for the look
Bobby pin the deconstructed woolen beanie to the braid and weave 1-inch sections of hair around the fabric, creating a basket-weave type pattern. Spray hair with Chroma Cristal to give hair a beautiful shine. Alternate the hair with the fabric until the beanie is completely intertwined and all loose ends of hair are tucked into a chignon-like up-do. Finish with Double Force Controle Ultime Hair Spray to hold hair in place

MONIQUE LHUILLIER
Inspiration: A modern-day Audrey Hepburn’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s mixed with haute couture
Hairstyle: An elegant but sophisticated twist on the traditional up-do

To get the look:
Layer Ciment Thermique and Mousse Volumactive on damp hair and blow dry. Add a few drops of Elixir Ultime for shine and begin brushing hair up into a high ponytail. Curl hair in sections, pinning them in a delicate way around the face and the crown of the head, spraying Double Force Control Utime Hair Spray as you work. Adorn the style with a small black silk ribbon

TORY BURCH
Inspiration: Downtown, NYC girl
Hairstyle: Fresh and pretty, a very natural and understated blow-out

To get the look:
Apply a walnut sized amount of Ciment Thermique to wet hair. Gently massage into the lengths and ends. For hair that needs additional volume, prior to blow dry, apply Mousse Volumactive, particularly on the ends, to add texture and definition. Part hair in the middle and blow dry hair using a round brush. Once hair is completely dry, apply a dime sized amount of Elixir Ultime throughout hair to provide a luminous and radiant shine

SUNO
Inspiration: Muse, China Machado’s 60’s style
Hairstyle: A sophisticated bouffant pompadour up-do with an edgy twist

To get the look:
Prep hair with Ciment Thermique and Mousse Volumactive to give hair body. Blow dry hair, smoothing Elixir Ultime over lengths and ends for shine. Back-comb the top section, teasing the roots to create a pompadour. Pin hair into a French twist leaving some loose ends out in the back for an edgy twist.

ABOUT THE PRODUCTS USED:
Chroma Cristal – new light shine-enhancing mist for color-treated hair
Ciment Thermique – leave-in heat-activated reconstructing milk for damaged/weakened hair
Double Force Hair Spray – protective hairspray that provides a buildable hold
Double Force Controle Ultime – protective hairspray with a strong long-lasting hold
Elixir Ultime – a beautifying hair oil to nourish, smooth and add shine
Mousse Volumactive – amplifying mousse for fine hair
Nectar Thermique – leave-in heat-activated protective milk for dry hair

The 2011 Screen Actors Guild Awards were held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California on January 30^th, where celebrities continue to celebrate television and film and more fashion and beauty trends. This year, stars took a more relaxed approach to their fashion and hairstyles that paired off each look. These styles were not only the perfect match to their all over looks, but couldn’t be easier to re-create. Here are three trends you can try at home with some hair extensions. I've never tried QVC's extensions (since my hair is a mile long) but I've heard good things. Let me know if you have tried them in the comments!

Sleek Ponytail: Stars like Julianna Margulies, Amy Adams and Angie Harmon all sported a sleek ponytail on the red carpet and kept it modern and clean – no matter if it was high or low. To add length to your ponytail, simply try Hairdo Wrap-Around Pony ($49: QVC.com).

(Sleek Pony from left: Angie Harmon, Julianna Margulies and Amy Adams)

Beachy Waves: Long wavy locks are a classic Hollywood hairstyle, but the waves seen on the SAG red carpet were worn more relaxed and less coiffed. To get the look of Mila Kunis, Lea Michelle and Julia Stiles, add in some extra volume to hair with Hairdo 20 Inch Styleable Extensions ($99: QVC.com) or the Dancing with the Stars Hair Extensions in Go! Go! Girl ($49: HSN.com).

(Beachy Waves: Lea Michelle)

Side-Sept Updo:  The updo for the SAG red carpet belonged to the side-swept chignon, worn parted to the side and low, which was seen on Natalie Portman, January Jones and Tina Fey.

To easily style this look at home, use the Hairdo Braided Chignon ($42: QVC.com) or the Dancing with the Stars Hair Extensions in Glamarama ($20: HSN.com) that both clip-into your own bun and add a glamorous finish!

January Jones

Celebrity stylist, Edward Tricomi of Warren-Tricomi Salons provides us with all the inside tips on how to have hair just like our favorite stars. The following looks from the 17^th annual SAG Awards can easily become ours with the help of Tricomi. 

 January Jones

This look isn't my fave to be honest. Whenever I do an updo like this I always feel so un-sexy. But if it's your thang, to achieve this smart, lady-like look of January Jones (nominee for Mad Men),  blow out hair straight, using a bit of a round brush to create lift wave. Take a drop of hairspray and comb hair back, then comb the wave into play. Any extra hair can be pinned in tightly by twisting hair back and tucked in until all hair is up off of neck.

Diana Agron

To achieve this sultry look of Glee’s Dianna Agron, first blow dry hair all while adding some textured waves. Once hair is blown dry tease the top to add some extra height.  Lastly, comb hair back softly into a loose chignon secured with bobby pins.

 Natalie Portman

Portman’s classic look is in perfect harmony with her dress.  To easily achieve this look at home blow dry hair softly with a round brush.  Part hair to the desired side.  Spray and twist the smaller side rolling it toward the back of your neck.  The larger side should be twisted and sprayed into an “s” shape to follow your natural hairline.  Make sure to swoop the front pieces into a wave securing it with hairspray.  Pull hair into a rubberband and put into a ponytail.  Twist ponytail into a sleek bun and secure with a bobby pin. 

Getting  ready for Valentine's Day always takes a little bit of prep work if you know what I mean. Finding the perfect outfit, picking the perfect present, finding the perfect shade of lipstick, and then shaving your legs and getting a wax! Who has time these days for all of this when they're working a full time job, freelance writing and producing a daily blog….oh right, not me! Well, your prep work just got less painful! Ever wanted to reduce the ouch factor of your waxing appointment? Well, problem solved!

BareEase consists of a prep kit featuring a Lidocaine-based cream (the most widely used ansthetic, at the maximum concentration allowed over the counter) and other soothing ingredients like aloe and jojoba. Combined with the latex panty (ooh la la!), the cream and the panty can be worn under clothing. Then you remove it just prior to waxing or laser hair removal and the numbing properties will last for 15-20 minutes after cream is removed. 

The BareEase and Cream kit is available in 2 sizes, S/M and M/L for $24.99 and is available online at  www.bareease.com and select spas nationwide.