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Pantene The Final Results: Good Hair Day #PanteneAtSams

May 27, 2015 by Momstart 5 Comments

This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/Pantene Platinum

We are actually a Pantene family. I love purchasing the Pantene Platinum Color Lock Shampoo and Conditioner larger size that you get at Sam’s Club because the whole family can use it and it still lasts a long time. I know it’s meant for color treated hair but still the product makes all of us look great! My hair looks just as good a month ago as it does now. Remember my before picture:

It’s a little windblown of course but so is my after shot:

My hair is so soft.

But maybe you can see my hair better in this family photo where we all look great! All of us have really shiny soft hair. It’s really healthy hair too!

Our hair looks amazing right? And mine is colored!

Pantene Platinum Color Lock shampoo & conditioner……….Color-treating hair leaves it weak and prone to damage, but the antioxidants in this system work from the hair’s core to help protect against fade-causing damage and protect color, all while providing a soft, radiant shine. With Nutri-Lock technology, this system works from the hair’s core to help provide color protection for up to six weeks (shampoo and conditioner system vs. non-conditioning shampoo).

Why Use Pantene Platinum Color Lock?

Pantene Platinum Color Lock is a new shampoo and conditioner system available at Sam’s Club.
It helps you lock in your look longer, giving you salon-quality color protection.
With Nutri-Lock technology, this system works from the hair’s core to help provide color protection for up to six weeks (shampoo and conditioner system vs. non-conditioning shampoo).
Together, this shampoo and conditioner help fight color fade as well as the $40 leading professional brands, based on Kline sales data.
Color-treating hair leaves it weak and prone to damage, but the antioxidants in this system work from the hair’s core to help protect against fade-causing damage and protect color, all while providing a soft, radiant shine.
Platinum Color Lock shampoo and conditioner may be used every day.
At Sam’s Club, each product is available in a 40 fl. oz. pump bottle.

Like I said the big bottles are amazing they last forever.

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Get Rock Star Hair with Tressemme #TRESWalmartStyle

August 30, 2014 by Momstart Leave a Comment

This is a sponsored post by Global Influence for the brand mentioned. All opinions are our own.

Rock star hair for my daughter and I takes a lot of work. I have very flat hair and my daughter is my daughter, so when we want really great full hair it takes some great products and a blow dryer. My routine is a shower, wash, treat, and dry upside down with a blow dryer and a round brush. And if I want the hair that I have in the picture below, I have to blow it out for at least 30 minutes. Most of the time I don’t have that kind of time so I will take my curling iron or straightener and use that instead after a really quick blow dry. My daughter, she’s a little easier because I can just braid her hair, but we still have to put some product into it. Well, we’re in luck!

TRESemmé has some really great tips on how to get the rock star look. Walmart and Tresemme have teamed up to help you get salon gorgeous hair this VMA season. TRESemmé and Walmart invite you to amp up your VMA style with 5 red carpet worthy looks. The looks can be found on Walmart.com; the pumped up pony, super sleek look, rock ‘n roll waves, or full blown volume tutorials will have you shining like a star. Watch the styling tutorials to see how you can recreate these hairstyles in a few simple steps from TRESemmé at Walmart.

My favorite look is the full blown volume as you can see by my photo at the top of the page. Which look is your favorite?

Follow along online with #TRESWalmartStyle

HairUWear Featured on Dancing With The Stars

June 3, 2014 by Momstart Leave a Comment

Dancing with the stars was one of my favorite TV shows before we turned off our cable. I got addicted when I was staying at my moms and then had to watch it all the time. I loved watching those people do those dance moves, it was fun seeing the actors and sports stars that were my favorite on TV rise and fall. It’s hard to move like that. Now, not only can they dance but between the costumes and the hair they always look amazing. Well now you can get that look too!

Did you know that close to 20 million viewers continue to tune in week after week to catch celebrity contestants take the stage. But it’s not just the dance moves that have fans captivated, the ever-changing hair looks featured on the show have a following all their own. With the Dancing with the Stars hair extension collection from Put On Pieces by HairUWear, it’s easy to recreate the high-impact styles seen on the stage. The ultra-glam range of hair extensions lets you experiment with length, volume and style without the commitment.

Easy, breezy bangs, braidbands, clip-in extensions and wraps take less than a minute to pop on, slip in or clip in. And they’re totally stylable too!

Bellissima: An attach-in-an-instant braided headband that provides a fabulous hair fashion accent!

Salsaloosa: This versatile patented hair wrap consists of varying lengths of hair from 5½" to 13" for a piece-y pony. Made with our exclusive Tru2Life heat-friendly fiber, these contrasting lengths can be worn curly, straight… or for a fun silhouette, try mixing the textures up!

Bangotango: An attach-in-an-instant blunt cut clip-in bang that provides a fabulous hair fashion accent

I received the bangs and a pony tail extension. I love using it, I just forget to get a photo me using them. I think next time I go on the red carpet I’ll be sure to get a photo of myself wearing them. I have such thin fine hair that it makes me look like I have twice as much hair!

Getting The Hollywood Look With Salon Benjamin

May 21, 2014 by Beeb 8 Comments

Travel and event consideration provided by Warner Bros. Pictures.

During last week’s Blended press event, there were a number of fun activities happening prior to our Q&A with Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore. There were makeup artists available during our luncheon to get us ready, and once we were done with makeup, we also had a full hair styling team on hand to finish up the look. The hair crew consisted of stylists from Salon Benjamin along with friends from Number 4 Hair and Twistband who were providing all the supplies to seal our looks in place.

Photo credit: Alfredo Ochoa

The styling theme was braids, buns and curls, with each guest getting a variation on this look to suit them.

Photo credit: Alfredo Ochoa

When I took a seat in the styling chair, the stylist asked me what I would like done. As I had said earlier in makeup, I replied, “Anything!!”. Hair stylists always get excited when I give them carte blanche – it’s pretty obvious that I’m adventurous, since I’m showing up with pink hair, so they know they can have some fun. Salon Benjamin whizzed into action, whirling me around in the styling chair in a cloud of hairspray. I could feel my hair being teased sky-high, with the curling iron going on one side and what felt like a braid happening on the other. There was no mirror, so I was really excited anticipating what my big reveal would be – I knew it was going to be good when every person who walked by me saw what was happening and giggled, “That’s awesome.”

Photo credit: Alfredo Ochoa

While the stylist worked her magic, I took the opportunity once again to glean and tricks of the trade and take notes from the hair team. My notebook from the event is filled with my interview questions…and tips on how to get just the right ratio of pink hair dye. 😉

Then, it was time for my finished style to be unveiled:

Photo credit: Alfredo Ochoa

They did such an amazing job! It was fun, bold and right up my alley. I got so many compliments on the style – Jayda said that she liked how I had this punk rock hair and makeup on top and a business suit on the bottom, which I of course loved too! 😉

I took quite a few photos of the style later that night so I could try to remember how they did it! They style wore so well that I just slept in it and boarded the plane the next morning with the same look.

Locking my style in place were the Number 4 Hair styling products which Salon Benjamin utilized while creating the look. I was thrilled later that afternoon to win a big bag of Number 4 Hair Products in a raffle – whoo-hoo!! The bag included Clarifying Shampoo, Reconstructing Masque, Super Comb Prep & Protect, Styling Foam, Support Solution, Texture Styling Crème, Non Aerosol Hair Spray and Mighty Hair Spray. Quality products are one of the few things that I, “Super Coupon Girl”, think is worth the investment, so I was very excited to win these and have a chance to try them out at home! Totally worth checking a bag for. I’ve been experimenting with the styling aids and trying different products each day since coming home, which has been totally fun. I also received a goodie bag with a package of TwistBands included, so my hair is thanking me for making this trip!

Group Photo With Drew Barrymore & Adam Sandler

With Adam Sandler & Drew Barrymore – photo credit: Alfredo Ochoa

With my Hollywood makeover complete, I was ready for my close-up with Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler!

Argan Oil 7 Moisture Healing Mask FOR HAIR

March 25, 2014 by Momstart Leave a Comment

I like to color my hair a lot. I like being a blond and living in the Pacific Northwest the sunshine isn’t something that we have very often. So my hair gets dark really fast. So I get my hair done. Well, last November I decided to go purple, then this year I wanted to go back to blond. My hair is borderline FRIED now with all of the color treatments that I have done. I NEED HELP!

I received the Argan Oil 7 Moisture Healing Mask. Argan Oil 7 Moisture Healing Mask, a 100% argan-oil based, deep conditioning treatment which hydrates and moisturizes dry damaged hair, producing long-lasting results within 10-15 minutes, and is available in rosemary, coconut, or pomegranate scents. After shampooing, apply the mask from root to ends, leaving on 3-5 minutes, then rinse. To protect hair from chlorine and salt water damage, apply the mask before swimming onto damp hair from root to ends, without rinsing. Works on all hair types, especially dry, damaged hair. (retail $20.00)

It smells amazing, The Rosemary that is it reminds me of my favorite shampoo brand. The Argan Oil 7 Healthy Hair System collection uses key ingredients Argan, citrus, and peppermint oils, and contains no parabens, sulfates, artificial colors, or fragrances.

I used it once so far and was pleased with the results. I feel like I need to use it a few more times. I’m wondering if since my hair is so fried I just have to keep using it until I cut it. I’m just not ready to cut it. So I’m going to continue enjoying the healing mask on my hair.

Founded by Beverly Hills hairstylist to the stars Nelson Chan, Nelson j is a leading Los Angeles hair salon which was voted “Best of LA” by Los Angeles Magazine for its ammonia-free haircoloring. The salon has been featured in numerous magazines including Allure and Instyle. Chan regularly works with high profile celebrities, often traveling to TV and Film sets to tend to the tresses of leading actresses. His eco-friendly salon is known for natural and non-toxic haircoloring, formladelhyde-free Brazilian straightening treatments and savvy expert haircuts and styling.

Suave Kids® 3-in-1 Muppets Most Wanted Shampoo Conditioner & Body Wash #MuppetsMostWantedEvent

March 22, 2014 by Momstart 1 Comment

The Muppets are at it again and Suave Kids^® is joining them to help celebrate the premiere of Disney’s Muppets Most Wanted, hitting theaters March 21^st. For a limited time, select Suave Kids products will feature characters from the Muppets gang, making bath time the best time for your little ones!

I received samples while I was in LA on my press trip with Disney. So the kids are using it in their bathroom. I love the kids having a 3-in-1 because then it’s less of a mess in the bathtub or shower. They love it and they feel so independent using it because it’s easy for them to open. In fact, Miles told me the other day you can go mom I don’t need your help in the shower. Great, my son is a big boy now. It’s sort of a bittersweet moment, I’m proud and yet sad because I don’t want him to grow up.

Suave Kids^®Muppetsproducts:

· Suave Kids® 2-in-1 Shampoo Smoothers – Reduces tangles and split-ends, leaving hair feeling extra soft. This product gently cleans and moisturizes for less than the more expensive brands.

o Available in Strawberry featuring Miss Piggy

· Suave Kids® 2-in-1 Shampoo – Cleanses and contains conditioners to help eliminate tough tangles in one easy step.

o Available in Watermelon featuring Animal

· Suave Kids® 3-in-1 Shampoo, Conditioner & Body Wash – Cleans and detangles hair while leaving skin soft and smooth.

o Available in Apple Featuring Kermit and Raspberry featuring Fozzie Bear

· Suave Kids® Tear-Free Body Wash – Made specifically for kids’ skin, the gentle formula cleanses effectively without drying out your child’s delicate skin like a bar soap can.

o Available in Strawberry featuring Miss Piggy, Berry featuring Gonzo and Free & Gentle featuring Kermit

Check out your favorite characters “Most Wanted” on-the-road essentials while they promote their new movie here and follow Suave Professionals Celebrity Stylist Marcus Francis’ simple tips below to recreate the signature waves Miss Piggy flaunted on the red carpet for the move premiere:

1. To prep strands, use Suave Kids^®2-in-1Shampoo Smoothers in Strawberry featuring Miss Piggy herself on the limited-edition packaging. This gentle, creamy conditioning formula reduces tangles and split-ends, leaving hair feeling extra soft.

2. Once hair is completely dry, hold a one-inch curling iron vertically and wrap each section of hair around the barrel.

3. After hair has cooled, gently brush out curls using your fingers.

4. Lock in the look and tame unruly flyaways with Suave Kids^® Swingin’ Coconut Light-Hold Hairspray.

A Chat With Elsa’s Hair STYLIST DANILO: Disney’s Frozen

March 19, 2014 by Momstart Leave a Comment

Frozen is an epic tale of adventure and comedy from Walt Disney Animation Studios. In the film, fearless optimist Anna (voiced by Kristen Bell) sets off on an epic journey to find her sister Elsa (Idina Menzel), whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls and a hilarious snowman named Olaf, Anna teams up with a rugged mountain man named Kristoff (Jonathan Groff) to battle the elements in a frantic race to save the kingdom.

With Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Blu-ray and DVD of Frozen about to be released, we had the chance to chat with Danilo – hair designer and consultant for Elsa’s hair– to discuss what went into the creation of her beautiful snowy hair (made of 400,000 computer-generated threads).

How did you become involved in being a hair consultant for Elsa’s hair in Disney’s Frozen?

I was contacted by the Frozen filmmakers to see if I’d be interested in the project. They wanted to collaborate with a hairdresser to explore creating the hair as it truly is and how it responds.

What was your preparation process like?

Preparing for Frozen is like preparing for any movie, in the sense that you first need to study the character and analyze her truths; her daily habits, her lifestyle and what nuances pervade her overall look and style. For instance, Elsa is a princess born with a special power and her character changes as the story progresses – when she is in an overwhelmed state of mind and her powers are concealed she has one look, and then she transfigures into a whole new look once she lets her powers be known.

What was your first day like?

Upon arrival at Disney, I was sequestered in an incredible studio set up especially for Frozen and its characters. The room had blown-up images of my work on the wall, including ones of a particular client of mine who also happens to have beautiful platinum hair. It really is no surprise that they had gone to that level of detail. After all, it is Disney! My assistants and I set up our tripod, mannequin heads and our platinum wigs all in a row, and began the construction of 3 to 4 styles inspired by Elsa’s character at different stages in the movie.

Disney prepared everything for us, turned on the music and left us while cameras documented the work we were doing. They then returned after two or three hours with the director, producer, and all those involved artistically at this development stage.

Which filmmakers did you work with throughout the process?

I was delighted that the individuals who were artistically involved at this stage included the two animators responsible for the hair in Tangled.

After constructing and developing hairstyles for viewing purposes, I was introduced to a live model so I could showcase the hair designs to the Disney entourage.

It was at this point that the directors, producer, animators, and costume-designers arrived. The designers who transform onscreen animated figures into costumed characters for the Disney parks were there as well.

How does a live model help the creation process?

Using a live model is extremely helpful for demonstrating the character’s transitions through her hairstyles. With the model I was able to show real hair blowing in the wind and to show how to fold it into a chignon (twisted bun) — all of which are stages and features of Elsa’s particular hairstyle. This was all documented by handheld cameras, with me explaining Elsa’s hair and hairstyles, and describing her evolution in the story.

How would you describe Elsa’s hairstyle?

Elsa’s hairstyle consisted of a tousled pompadour (hair swept upwards from the face and worn high over the forehead) flowing back into a thick mane of asymmetrically braided hair. I likened the pompadour to the silhouette of a crown.

She transforms from Princess to Queen with her side braided chignon, and the bouffant height of her pompadour is an outward example of her confident and powerfully regal status, ready to lead as queen, hopefully happily ever after.

What is it like being a part of the Disney family now?

It was a highlight of my career to be asked by Disney to work on a project with such talented and creative people. Having the chance to collaborate with this level of professionals is an incredible privilege.

To complete my work, and then return for the premiere of the movie and see the magic that the team achieved with Elsa’s character was breathtaking, humbling, and gratifying.

Have you given any celebrities a Frozen- inspired look since working on the film?

I most certainly have tried versions of this on clients, especially for red carpet appearances, or just a special night out.

What are some tips on how fans can get Elsa’s look for their own hair in real life?

There’s a multitude of ways to create Elsa’s hair for your own pleasure. If you are fortunate enough to have that amount of hair to create the style, great; otherwise an added ponytail could achieve a very similar effect. Also, it is always a good idea to bring a picture of Elsa with you to your hairdresser and ask them to reproduce it for you.

And if achieving a more exact version of Elsa’s hairstyle (the voluminous pompadour and side ponytail which can be braided and left down or pinned up into a chignon) is really important to someone, I would recommend purchasing a long platinum wig and having it cut and styled in just the right way. This would be a sure-fire way of duplicating that special look.

FROZEN Is Now Available ON BLU-RAY, BLU-RAY 3D AND DVD .

Show Love & Fashion With Hair: CyndiBands Elastic Hair Ties

February 10, 2014 by Momstart Leave a Comment

CyndiBands® elastic hair ties were an instant hit when they debuted in August 2010. And they are quite the hit in my house as well. We have a nice collection of Valentine Colors in the Cyndibands. We also have a few that they sent us that are perfect to hand out as Valentine’s Day Cards. It’s really cute how they sell them on sheets. You can even personalize the sheet for your business.

I like them because they are so great for kids hair and sensitive heads.They are made from a soft elastic that will not snag or damage your hair. Meaning they don’t pull or grab your hair when you pull them out.

Give your hair a break from your everyday shampoo and blow dry routine and instead put your hair up with a CyndiBands hair tie. Want some ideas? Check out their Pinterest page for ideas on ponytails, braids and up dos

CyndiBands are manufactured in Los Angeles using a process that seals the ends so they do not fray. Because of this, CyndiBands stay looking nice longer.

CyndiBands come in an array of colors and prints that make people feel happy. Match any color from your favorite outfit or pick a color that blends with your hair color. There is nothing worse than spending a lot of time straightening your hair, putting it up for just a second and then realizing you have a crease in your hair from your ponytail. Luckily, CyndiBands are hair ties that will not leave a crease in your hair like traditional hair ties.When CyndiBands are worn as bracelets you have a hair tie available at any time. And they look much better than a big fat scrunchy. You can also pick your own colors in our create your own sets of hair ties. You can choose any variety of colors from our extensive list of color options.

CyndiBands can be purchased on Amazon.com.

No More Morning Hair Fuss: The Miracle In The Wet Brush

January 12, 2014 by Momstart 1 Comment

I can’t honestly say if this brush works for Zoe because she’s seen the commercial over a dozen times on The Disney XD channel for this brush or because it actually doesn’t pull her hair. You know sometimes it’s the power of persuasion that works best but whatever it is, I LOVE THE WET BRUSH.

My daughter and I used to argue every day about her brushing her hair. Either she would do it or I would do it but no matter what tears and high blood pressure were always involved. I would end up yelling she would end up crying and our mornings were not off to a good start. Now, she doesn’t complain and most morning I don’t even have to remind her to brush. The Wet Brush will tackle nasty winter tangles and knots quickly and painlessly.

They are perfect for use in the shower, after a shower, at a salon, on-the-go or on children who cringe at the sight of a hair brush.

The Wet Brush’s unique features include:

* Super gentle Intelli-Flex bristles don’t pull hair

* Works great on wet or dry hair

* Perfect for men, women and children of all ages

* Great for on-the-go and fits in any purse

* Detangles painlessly and effortlessly, in just a few strokes

* Excellent for extensions and wigs

* Ergonomically designed handle for children (Squirt only)

My sister’s best friend is a hair dresser and she swears by the Wet Brush and they sell them in the salon that my sister goes too. I love using it too, it’s great on my dry processed hair. Zoe told me that the commercial says that it doesn’t pull out your hair, so she’s surprised to find my purple hairs in the brush. I think that’s just how much hair I lose in a day.

Hair Style Worthy of The Red Carpet: How To Create a Hot Bun

April 5, 2013 by Momstart 2 Comments

We received a set of the As seen on TV Hot Buns and my daughter and I love it. I love how well it stays in my hair, I can put it in in the morning and as long as the ponytail I created was tight the hot bun stayed tight. I had amazing hair, even when I was just wearing my work out sweats. Zoe likes to wear it to gymnastics. And out with a flower!

You can watch how easy it is to use in this quick video I created using the As Seen On TV Hot Buns. Just place your hair in a pony tail, use the hot bun by rolling it up towards the pony tail, snap, and pull over bun. EASY.

Hot Buns for beautiful buns in less than a minute! Hot Buns as seen on TV is the hair accessory that lets you roll, snap and wrap your hair into the perfect bun – no pins needed! Hot Buns is lightweight, comfortable you can even sleep in it creating beautiful, bouncy curls and waves. Perfect for casual or elegant wear. Includes one small and one large. Available in light or dark.
With Hot Bun hair accessory it’s easy to create fabulous buns! Hot Buns hair accessory at the official As Seen On TV store today!

I really really do like them. I’ve taken them on blog trips with me and used them a lot. I love that it comes with two in one box because I can use one on my daughter and one on me. I can create a large bun or a small bun and it look professional.

Plus it gives my daughter a smile like that, how can I not be satisfied.