Archive for January, 2009

Frédéric Fekkai’s Haute Hair Challenge

Posted on January 29th, 2009 by Amanda  |  Comments Off

What’s your most powerful fashion accessory? A fabulous hairstyle of course! Join Frédéric Fekkai in celebrating chic and fashionable style today by submitting a picture or video of your best hairdo, explaining how your hair reflects your personal style. Whether it’s an elegant up do, sexy tousled waves or sleek and straight, your style can [...]

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Tips for Spa Savings

Posted on January 28th, 2009 by Amanda  |  1 Comment »

ShopSmart, from the publisher of Consumer Reports, just sent us some tips for spa savings that we thought all our PGHers would want to know about. Call spas and ask, ‘What specials are you offering?’ Inquire about off-season deals, cost-cutting packages, specials for new clients and whether certain days or times are cheaper than others. [...]

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The Collar-length Bob

Posted on January 27th, 2009 by Amanda  |  1 Comment »

According to the Feb. issue of Fitness Magazine, this year’s most popular ‘do is the collar-length bob because it complements all face shapes and hair textures. Even PGH? I’m not so sure about that. But, because it’s a blunt cut, it instantly removes dead ends.  I am finally thinking about investing in a straightener (gulp!) [...]

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Michelle Obama’s Hairstylist Gets TV Deal

Posted on January 23rd, 2009 by Amanda  |  Comments Off

The New York Post is reporting that Michelle Obama’s hairstylist is getting his own TV show. Johnny Wright, Obama’s longtime hair stylist, is shopping a reality show along the lines of “Blow Out” or “Shear Genius” (the format has yet-to-be-decided). Wright, who styled Michelle’s hair for the Democratic National Convention and her upcoming Vogue cover, [...]

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DR. OZ: SECRETS TO GREAT HAIR

Posted on January 22nd, 2009 by Amanda  |  Comments Off

One of Oprah’s resident doctors, Dr. Oz, appeared on Good Morning America not too long ago to be the health expert on hair. He pointed out that beauty is very well correlated with health. PGH put together a summary of some of the most important things he talked about. Enjoy * If you think about [...]

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Free Makeup & More on Inauguration Day

Posted on January 20th, 2009 by Amanda  |  Comments Off

Have you heard about this crazy lawsuit? Read below and make sure to hit up a department store today to get some freebies! The presidential inauguration is not the only exciting thing happening on Tuesday. You also have a chance to grab some free makeup. Some major department stores are giving away free make-up, skin [...]

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Are you in need of a Root Awakening?

Posted on January 20th, 2009 by Amanda  |  Comments Off

For the past couple of days or so, my hair has been feeling more dry than usual. I’d like to blame it on the cold weather, but here in Miami it hasn’t gotten below 65 degrees. So, I decided it was time to try a new shampoo. I’d like to introduce you to John Frieda’s [...]

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Vogue Magazine’s Best New Salons

Posted on January 15th, 2009 by Amanda  |  Comments Off

Not sure if you saw this, but the November issue of Vogue Magazine did a feature on the best new hair salons. If you live in LA, NYC or Boston you’re in luck. If not, you’ll have to make a special trip to try one of these out. Serge Normant at John Frieda, Los AngelesThis [...]

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More uses for Castor Oil

Posted on January 13th, 2009 by Amanda  |  Comments Off

While on vacation over the holidays, I was asking all my beautiful cousins about products they use and tricks they have for maintaining their looks. One of my cousins, Jessi, mentioned an interesting way in which she uses Castor Oil. We just mentioned Castor Oil in our last post as part of a remedy for [...]

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Home Remedies

Posted on January 13th, 2009 by Amanda  |  Comments Off

In the current state of our economy, everybody is looking for ways to cut costs. However, we all know that hair is a vital part of our everyday look. You can fight some hair problems, for example dry hair, by using home remedies. I found a great website, Natural HomeRemedies, which gives tips on how [...]

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