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Patrick Melville Holiday Hair Tips

Famous Celebrity Hairstylist Patrick Melville Shares Holiday Hair Tips

The cold weather may leave your hair dry and mistreated, but not using products to restore its health will result in damaged locks this winter season. Take the right steps now for healthy, lustrous hair this holiday season by following these tips from Patrick Melville:

  

1.   Don't Over Wash

Limit the amount of times you wash you hair, since this can take away its natural oils. Try washing your hair every other day, even every third day. Make sure to condition each time and avoid hot water; the heat may dry out and damage your hair and even your skin.

  

2.   Bring Shine Back

Winter can cause the scalp to dry and frizz, making your hair lose its shine. To prevent this from happening, shampoo and condition your hair with products that have natural ingredients such as AVEENO® Nourish + Moisturize Shampoo and Conditioner. These products are formulated with wheat complex and palm extract to help replenish moisture.

3.   Avoid Frizzy Hair Caused by Static

During the wintertime, hair tends to frizz more often due to static caused by many factors such as the sweaters and scarves you wear. Apply a leave-in conditioner to keep your hair smooth. Try AVEENO® Nourish + Condition Leave-In Treatment.

  

Consejos de Patrick Melville para el Cabello en Esta Temporada de Fiestas

Patrick Melville, el famoso estilista de las estrellas comparte consejos de cabello para esta temporada de fiestas

El clima frío puede dejar tu cabello seco y maltratado, pero no usar productos para restaurar su salud te dejará con un cabello dañado esta temporada de invierno. Toma las medidas adecuadas ahora para obtener un cabello brillante y saludable esta temporada de fiestas siguiendo estos consejos de Patrick Melville:

1.   No te laves el cabello muy seguido

Limita la cantidad de veces que te lavas el cabello, ya que esto puede quitarle sus aceites naturales. Trata de lavarte el cabello cada dos días, incluso cada tres días. Asegúrate de usar acondicionador cada vez y evita el agua caliente, el calor puede secar y dañar el cabello e incluso tu piel.

2.   Devuélvele el brillo a tu cabello

El invierno puede hacer que el cuero cabelludo se seque y el cabello se rice,causando que tu cabello pierda su brillo. Para evitar que esto suceda, usa un champú y acondicionador que contengan ingredientes naturales como AVEENO® Nourish + Moisturize Shampoo and Conditioner. Estos productos están formulados con complejo de trigo y extracto de palma para ayudar a reponer la humedad.

3.   Evita el cabello rizado causado por la estática

Durante el invierno, el cabello tiende a rizarse más a menudo debido a la estática causada por muchos factores, tales como los suéteres y las bufandas que usas. Aplica un acondicionador sin enjuague para mantener tu cabello suave. Prueba AVEENO® Nourish + Condition Leave-In Treatment.

AVEENO® NOURISH + Hair Collection and AVEENO® NOURSH + Condition Leave-In Treatment GIVEAWAY - enter below

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The winner will receive her/his preferred shampoo and conditioner from the AVEENO® NOURISH + Hair Collection as well as the AVEENO® NOURSH + Condition Leave-In Treatment.

El/la ganador/a recibirá su champú y acondicionador preferido de la colección AVEENO® NOURISH + Hair al igual que AVEENO® NOURSH + Condition Leave-In Treatment.

Giveaway-Fairy Tales Prize Pack

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Have you ever received that dreadful call from the school nurse about your kid, the kid with LICE?

Did you know that Rosemary is not just for your Thanksgiving Turkey?

-- Studies have shown that Rosemary can also prevent head lice --

Organic herbs such as rosemary, tea tree, lavender and mint not only help in the kitchen, but they can also prevent head lice.  Since 1999, Fairy Tales Hair Care has been keeping children lice free with their natural hair care line.  Rosemary Repel® products are infused with organic rosemary, tea tree, lavender, citronella, anise, sage and peppermint to help prevent head lice.  Used daily, the line also deep cleans and conditions with aloe, jojoba and vitamins A, E and B.

I have a lot of hair.  And I was that kid that got sent to the nurse's office.  Some of my friends I was hanging out with had recently came back from a trip out of town to Mexico and they brought back more than just good memories.  My mom was horrified.  The holiday break is around the corner, can you imagine this happening to you.

I received sample to try.  Luckily my daughter has not had this happen.  The bottles are super cute with castles on them.  My daughter already thinks she is a princess so of course, she said those were for her.  I like that all the ingredients are natural.  And I like that they are now available are CVS and Target.

Would you like to win some to try?  Enter for a chance...

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nuNAAT Hair Care Products Review

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So this year I have already dyed my hair twice, including highlights.  My hair is already over processed from previous color treatments.  I also wash my hair everyday because I workout everyday.  I can't deal with a stinky head, or dirty hair.  My sister in law who works selling hair care products had told me about Keratin.  It is suppose to help restore your hair.

Green Keratin-
An active ingredient derived from soybean, corn and wheat proteins that deeply adheres to hair fibers, promoting incredibly smooth hair through heat action. The result is strong, highly nourished hair that improves flexibility and shine.

Thanks to nuNAAT for sending me the NAAT Brazilian Keratin collection which includes shampoo, conditioner, intense hair mask, liquid keratin leave-in conditioner, and the serum ultra shine.

• Works with all hair types
• Repairs cuticle damage
• Regenerates and strengthens hair fibers
• Restores natural shine and softness
• Seals hair cuticles
• Reduces volume and frizz
• Makes hair resilient and healthy
• Formaldehyde and sodium chloride free

  This is a photo collage of all the different colors I have had just this year:

From light brown to dark brown and then back to trying to go to my natural color.  Highlights too.  But also flat iron and curling iron damage.  So when my hair has no product in it, it looks a hot mess.  When I do not want to put product in it, I stick it in a bun or ponytail.  Ever since I started using NAAT Brazilian Keratin, others started noticing my hair looked different.  And now I can actually wear it without product.  Just go natural.  My natural curls look good.  I have been using the shampoo and conditioner everyday washing my hair at least once a day, sometimes twice a day.  My hair does not feel as dried out as it use to.  

I like the results and will continue using these products to help continue to repair my hair.  My favorite product in this collection is the intense hair mask.  I love how this product smells too!

If you would like to learn more information about this product or more nuNAAT products, go to www.nunnat.com.  You can also check out their Facebook page (www.facebook.com/nunaat), their Twitter page (www.twitter.com/nunaat), and their YouTube page (www.youtube.com/nunaatbeauty).

***CLOSED***Giveaway-New Pantene Smooth Collection Summer Kit

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I received a gift package from Pantene with the new Smooth Collection. 

The new Pantene Smooth Collection is special because of the all-new Smooth Serum with Moroccan Argan Oil that helps fight frizz for hours to combat high humidity while adding silky softness to your hair. 

I love Moroccan Argan oil.  My sister in law was the one who told me about this new found secret that the stars and salons are using.  My hair does it's on thing.  It is not straight and it is not curly.  Houston humidity does not help my frizz.  

They have set aside a summer kit for 1 of my lucky readers!

As a bonus, you can also download Maite Perroni’s new single “Tu y Yo” exclusively for FREE at www.mipantene.com!  

How to enter:

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This giveaway ends 8/29/13 at 5 am.  1 winner will be randomly selected.  The winner will have 24 hours to claim their prize.  US only.  Please leave your email in comment.  Good luck.

***CLOSED***Giveaway-Aveeno Summer Prize Pack

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AVEENO® PROTECT+HYDRATE® Sun care Collection, AVEENO® PURE RENEWAL® Hair Collection and AVEENO® ULTRA-CALMING® Makeup Removing Wipes are what are going to help you stay looking great this summer.

Our temperatures are not even in the 100s yet here in Houston but they are feeling like we are in the 100s.  Summer just started.  More and more people are discovering new found allergies that they never had notice before.

Aveeno is a brand we use at home.  Just last night I had an allergic reaction to the food I ate.  I was covered in hives from head to toe.  I used my Aveeno ultra calming makeup removing wipes.  Then I had no worries because when I tried to take a shower I used the Aveeno pure renewal collection.  And this morning when I got ready to leave for work I made sure to put on Aveeno protect + hydrate somy skin would be protected from the blazing sun all day.

Discover a new, pure way to refresh and renew your hair. These sulfate-free exclusive ACTIVE NATURALS® formulas, infused with balancing seaweed extract, gives you soft, weightless shine and healthy manageability.

The AVEENO® brand offers a wide range of sun care products with superior broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection and exclusive

My skin is feeling great today.  Aveeno helps my entire body stay healthy and looking beautiful.  I can count on the ingredients being all natural and safe for me to use on my sensitive skin.  

Do you have sensitive skin?  Do you use Aveeno?  Did you know they have a hair collection as well as their sun care collection?  Would you like to win this prize pack?  

How to enter:  

1)  Mandatory-You must be a blog follower. (1 entry)
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This giveaway ends 7/29/13 at 5 am.  1 winner will be randomly selected.  The winner will have 24 hours to claim their prize.  US only.  You must leave your email in the comment.  Good luck.

Beat the Summer Heat with Fantastic Sams!

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It’s officially summer and time for some fun in the sun! Hotter weather is great, but it can also be harsh on hair. Whether you’re looking to lounge on the beach or take up a new water sport, Fantastic Sams wants to make sure your hair stays hydrated and healthy!

Here are some tips to beat the heat from our style expert Pam Kelly:
· To fight frizz, opt for a keratin smoothing treatment. This non-chemical smoothing treatment can last from 30 days to 3 months depending on the type selected for your hair. It provides deep conditioning and seals the hair shaft to make hair humidity resistant.

-Visit your Fantastic Sams stylist for a complimentary consultation to see if a smoothing treatment is right for you!

· The hot sun can damage hair by creating excessive dryness and making hair strands brittle, which may lead to breakage and split ends. Use Fantasticstyle™ Moisturizing Leave-in Conditioner which has UVA/UVB sunscreen to protect hair from the damaging rays of the sun.

· Protect your color! The sun’s heat and UV light exposure can cause natural and artificial color to lighten. Clear glazing treatments will maintain your color between retouches, refresh color and add shine and silkiness. And remember, by using professional salon products such as the Fantastic Sams Color Protect regimen, you can prolong the life of your color under the sun.

· To minimize hair damage over the summer, back away from the dryer and dial down on the hot styling tools! If heat styling is absolutely necessary, make sure you are using Fantastic Sams Thermal Guard for protection!

· Love swimming pools but hate the impact that chlorinated water has on your hair? It’s important to remove chlorine from hair after swimming, so use Fantasticcleanse™ Clarifying Shampoo to rid your hair of unwanted chemicals that can cause damage. And follow up with Fantasticcondition™ Moisturizing Conditioner to keep your hair in perfect moisture balance.

Coupon for the month of June is good for $5 off a purchase of $25 or more at your local Fantastic Sams location. You can get this coupon, as well as other great updates, at their Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/fantasticsamshairsalons.

Celebrity Hair Stylist Patrick Melville Tips for Summer / Tips de Patrick Melville para el Verano

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So Thursday I had dinner plans for my husband and I but little did I know, how much was gonna go wrong.  One thing I tried to do to save time was fix my hair early in the morning and I was hoping it would still be ok for dinner.  But guess what, Houston humidity killed my do. 

Patrick Melville, famous celebrity hairstylist, shares the following tips to keep hair looking great all summer long
The transition from spring to summer brings new challenges for hair care. As we head into summer, remember to protect your hair the same way you would protect your skin. During this time of year, your hair is exposed to different factors like the sun, chlorine, salt water and humidity. In addition, heating tools can cause extreme loss of moisture balance and breakage, leaving your hair frizzy and uncontrollable.
Follow these tips from famous celebrity hair stylist Patrick Melville for healthy hair this summer:
1. Keep hair well hydrated

If you tend to wash your hair more in the summer, you may want to consider switching to a shampoo & conditioner specially formulated for gentle, everyday use. Try the new AVEENO® Pure Renewal™ Collection. Formulated with sulfate-free cleansers and without the use of parabens or synthetic dyes, the collection offers a simple, non-abrasive cleansing routine. The line also features ACTIVE NATURALS® Balancing Seaweed Extract that cleanses hair without over drying or over moisturizing, providing the ideal balance to maintain hair's optimal moisture levels.
2. Keep hair well hydrated

Once a week, give your hair a little extra love and care by applying a deep conditioner. Not only will it keep your locks hydrates, but it can bring back its shine and smoothness. For extra moisturization, cover with a shower cap for the last 10 minutes of your shower and wash thoroughly.



3. Protect your hair from the sun

Much like your skin, the harmful sun rays can strip moisture from your hair, leaving it dry and brittle. If you are going to be exposed to the sun for a long period of time, remember to wear a hat or a scarf. It's also a good idea to keep a small bottle of leave in conditioner in your beach bag. When you come out of the the pool, rinse your hair well with fresh water, apply a quarter size of AVEENO® Nourish + Condition Leave in Treatment and comb evenly throughout. Hair is instantly revitalized and well moisturized.

El famoso estilista de las estrellas, Patrick Melville comparte sus secretos para tener un cabello saludable durante todo el verano

Esta época de transición de la primavera al verano representa un reto para el cuidado del cabello. Por ello, a medida que se acerca el verano, recuerda que debes proteger tu cabello de la misma manera que protegerías tu piel. Durante esta temporada del año, tu cabello estará expuesto a diferentes factores tales como, el cloro, el sol y el agua salada. Si a esto le añadimos el uso de herramientas térmicas para peinarse, el resultado puede ser un cabello sin humedad, ni balance, quebradizo, incontrolable y con frizz.

Sigue los siguientes consejos para tener un cabello saludable este verano:
1. Utiliza un champú y acondicionador suave
Si tiendes a lavar tu cabello más seguido en el verano, deberías considerar utilizar un champú y acondicionador suave, formulados especialmente para usarse a diario. Prueba AVEENO® PURE RENEWAL™ Collection, formulado con limpiadores sin sulfatos, parabenos o colorantes sintéticos, la colección ofrece una rutina de limpieza no abrasiva. La línea también incluye ACTIVE NATURALS® Balancing Seaweed Extract que limpia el cabello sin resecarlo o sobre humectarlo, proporcionando el balance ideal para mantener los niveles óptimos de humedad del cabello.
2. Mantén tu cabello bien hidratado
Una vez a la semana, utiliza un acondicionador profundo. Tu cabello no sólo conservará la humedad, sino que también le traerá de vuelta el brillo y la suavidad. Para más hidratación, aplica el acondicionador y luego cubre tu cabello con un gorro de baño por al menos 10 minutos y luego enjuágalo completamente.
3. Protege tu cabello del sol
Al igual que tu piel, los dañinos rayos del sol pueden eliminar la humedad del cabello, dejándolo seco y débil. Si vas a estar expuesta al sol durante un largo período de tiempo, recuerda usar un sombrero o pañuelo para cubrir tu cabello. También es una buena idea tener en tu bolsa de playa un frasco pequeño de leave in conditioner para aplicarlo durante el día. Al salir de la piscina, enjuaga bien tu cabello con agua fresca, aplica una cuarta parte de AVEENO® Nourish + Condition Leave in Treatment y péinalo uniformemente. El cabello lucirá instantáneamente revitalizado y bien humectado.

Influenster~Head & Shoulders Damage Rescue system

The Head & Shoulders Damage Rescue system was developed specifically to nurture scalp and dry/damaged hair with intensive care, leaving hair up to 10X Stronger in Just Four Washes. Because of the carefully balanced combination of ingredients in the formula, Damage Rescue delivers both, intensive hair and scalp care with the proven anti-dandruff efficacy of Head & Shoulders.

$4.99 per bottle at food, drug and mass market retailers nationwide starting in January 2013





Head & Shoulders Damage Rescue Shampoo
-In today’s life, a variety of environmental factors and lifestyle habits can increase the risk of hair damage and scalp discomfort in addition to dandruff (which occurs in about 50% of the population).

-Damage Rescue Shampoo was developed to improve the condition of your scalp and keep your hair strong against breakage, reducing hair damage up to 70% vs. a non-conditioning shampoo.
Head & Shoulders Damage Rescue Conditioner
-Damage Rescue Conditioner with Vitamin E contains the highest level of moisturizing ingredients in a Head & Shoulders line.

-The rich formula has 25% more protective moisturizing ingredients than the original Classic Clean conditioner, to help undo the damage to smoothness and protect hair from future damage.

-It was specifically developed to help dry/damaged hair by retaining moisture and improving hair flexibility.

My thoughts-This is not your regular Head & Shoulders you are use to.  I like how it smells.  I had tried Head & Shoulders before but this Rescue System is different.  Just last week, a co-worker had told me I had some stuff on my shoulder.  I was so embarrassed.  I told sorry it was my new found dandruff???  I have been using Head & Shoulders Damage Rescue system and it has helped me with my dandruff. 

 ***Disclosure-I received an Influenster's Head & Shoulder Mom VoxBox with these products complimentary for testing purposes.  All opinions stated are my own, honest opinions.

Pantene Moisture Renewal Line Review

I was at the Latism Conference and someone commented how good my hair looked.  I blushed a little and told her THANKS and that I thought it was a mess.  She has not been the only one complimenting my hair lately.  Whether I wear it straight or in curls my hair is looking good.  And for those that have been asking, here is what I have been using.  It is no secret-Pantene.

Daily Moisture Renewal SHAMPOO


Pantene’s Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Shampoo cleanses and leaves hair feeling moisturized all day. It leaves hair soft, manageable and strong against damage.
Designed for all hair types.

Use with Pantene’s Daily Moisture Renewal conditioner to help control the movement of moisture.

Daily Moisture Renewal CONDITIONER


Pantene’s Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal conditioner. It mimics hair’s natural lipid layer and helps control the movement of moisture- leaving hair soft and manageable.
Designed for all hair types. Also try other products in the Daily Moisture Renewal collection.

Silky Moisture Whip
Pantene’s Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Whip helps hair feel moisturized for up to 48hours, helps protect against heat damage and regulate hair’s moisture- delivering silky hair that shines.
Shake well and dispense into your hand. Beginning at the ends, distribute it to damp hair and comb through. No need to rinse out, just style as usual!

2-Minute Moisture Masque


For extra deep conditioning in just 2 minutes. Specially designed formula penetrates hair, helping it feel moisturized for up to 24 hours.

Also protects against styling and heat damage.

Moisture Mist Detangler
Contains a Moisture Protection Complex that helps leave hair feeling moisturized.

Strengthens dry, fragile hair against damage and preps for styling.

Detangles, smoothes and separates strands.

My thoughts-I love the 2 minute masque because it has helped restore my hair.  I have highlights and dye that have caused a little damage.  I really like the detangler especially since it has been really windy.  Walking in Downtown Houston can really tangle your hair but this detangler did its job.  The whip-OMG.  Didn't you know whip is in right now.  Whip your hair for a great look nite or day!  So in case you see and you are wondering, this is what I am using.

***Disclosure-Sample products received to review.  Pantene is the preferred product in my house.  Pantene has been Independentmami tested and Independentmami approved.