Tuesday, November 29, 2011

another perk {or two} to having babies!

winter brings a whole bag of tricks when it comes to...

your hair
+
your lips


that nipple cream you used for breastfeeding?














the *perfect* cure for dry, chapped lips! 



that cradle cap cream for your sweet baby's little noggin'?




















the *perfect* cure for your dry, flaky scalp that seems to show up every winter!

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

sweet seat

here's another question i get all the time . . .
do i cut kids hair?
yes!

i cut my own kids hair in the shower or tub!
distraction is key!
and it rinses right down the drain . . .
now that's easy cleanup!

i just came across these DARLING booster seats
www.sweet-seat.com















i am sure they are meant for eating
but i want one for the salon!
how cute!

Monday, November 21, 2011

mondays are for masks

it's my way of remembering
at home rituals
{m = m}

on mondays i do
masks -- 
on my face
and
on my hair

whatever your ritual may be
and
whatever you need to do to remember--
keep it simple!

Saturday, November 19, 2011

mrs. crabby pants strikes again!

you may remember my first post about mrs. crabby pants...
{http://onlyyourhairstylistknowsforsure.blogspot.com/2011/10/cheer-up-charlie.html}

well today she was complaining about having to park 2 blocks away --
{i was thinking she could use a little fresh air!}
and
complaining about how busy she is

i am NOT a big fan of playing the "busy contest"

don't you think everyone is busy--
just with different things?

this is something i always have to remember
and i think it applies to more than just dealing with a crab!
image from www.sketch42blog.com


















sparkle on, sisters!

Thursday, November 17, 2011

{thursday product post} st. tropez

one of my favorites for all seasons ...
but especially as it is getting colder --
st. tropez!

{i am not talking about st. tropez, france}












but this wouldn't be so bad either!




st. tropez is also the name of my favorite self-tanner!
www.sttropeztan.com

















it is tinted --
so i like to apply it at night about an hour before i head to bed
i put a towel over my pillow case
and after a shower in the morning,
it looks like you were on the beaches of the french riviera!
but seriously --
it is great for all skin tones
{no pumpkin orange here!}

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

the blind girl next door

i think hairstylists sometimes get a bad rap --
like that we are catty with each other or something?
not true!

i have been very lucky in this department.
i have worked with some of the greatest people!

one of my favorites is this girl
let's call her...
lou

i have known her since 2003
she has the skinniest legs and ankles
{she can pull off wearing short skirts and leggings like nobody's business}
we have lots of giggles
we are both a little 'type a'
and
she is always squinting
{she would rather buy a new pair of shoes instead of getting her eyes checked}

love her to pieces!

Thursday, November 10, 2011

{thursday product post} sheer addiction jewelry

you want to know what product all hairstylists love?
jewelry ...
sheer addiction jewelry to be exact.

my co-workers {seriously} plan outfits around this gorgeous jewelry!




















sheer addiction pieces are one of a kind!
i ALWAYS get compliments when i wear it -
whether i've had it for a day or 6 years!

best thing is ...
the creator, tamara, is:
talented
so sweet
+
beautiful.

check out her website or find her on the book!
www.sheeraddiction.com
www.facebook.com/sheeraddictionjewelry

it won't be long ...
and you will be addicted too!

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

yo, rapunzel!

women with long locks are lucky!
they are also {understandably} some of the most picky ...

"no haircut today"
"only take off an eighth of an inch"
"i'm trying to grow my hair out"

i don't necessarily think there is an age limit for long hair
and
i tend to be a pretty conservative cutter for my long-haired lovelies!

but
here's the deal --

long hair only looks good if it's healthy!
if you have split ends, your hair is NOT going to get longer!





















so ...
condition your ends
protect your hair from heat
and get a trim more than once a year!

Monday, November 7, 2011

time flies when you're having fun!

it is so fun when i have friends on my schedule --
it is one of my favorite things
and it makes the days fly by!

we get to catch up,
i love pampering them,
and it is extra fun when they are the last appointment of the day
{and we can go grab a beverage afterwards!}





















http://www.etsy.com/shop/cjprints?ref=seller_info

i have been doing hair for 11 years --
so i do consider most of my clients to be friends also!

lucky me!

Saturday, November 5, 2011

on the side

i can't tell you how often i get this question ...
"do you do hair on the side?"

the answer is usually no and here is why ...
- i like to be present in what i am doing
    {home is home and work is work}
- all of my supplies are at work and it's just easier

but, of course there are exceptions to the rule!
here is who i will do on the side ...
- my dad
- cancer patients
- the friend who lives a block away and needs a blowout for christmas pics
    {i show up with my blowdryer and round brush...
      she answers the door in her bra and undies...
      and starts belting out "do you wanna touch me?!"}



well good morning joan jett
and
happy saturday!

Thursday, November 3, 2011

{thursday product post} don't shampoo your hair every day!

that's right!
it's product post day ...
and i am telling you NOT to shampoo your hair every day!

shampooing every other day is a great plan ...
or if you are new to this, just start by taking one day off
{like a lazy sunday!}

the natural oils from your scalp are so good for your hair health!

if you must get your hair wet ...
that is totally fine!
you can put a little conditioner in 
{but only on your ends}

...or wear an old fashioned shower cap!

Wednesday, November 2, 2011

nail polish trend - the wild card

i am a little obsessed with nail polish --
{OPI to be exact}

my most recent favorite trend is
the wild card!




















paint one nail on each hand a different color!
















shown here is:
uh-oh roll down the window
+
lucerne-tainly look marvelous

you can keep it subtle
or throw in some brights!

either way ... easy + fun!
happy painting!