Hair stylists, massage therapists, manicurists and pedicurists will join Dee Adames, celebrity hair stylist (winner of Bravo TV hit “Shear Genius” Season 2) and owner of Dee & Co. Hair Studio, for a Cut-A-Thon Fundraiser to benefit UNICEF’s Relief Efforts for the Children in Haiti. Dee & Co. will be offering their services all day at more than 50% off regular prices with 100% of proceeds going to benefit UNICEF. Children are the most vulnerable population in this disaster, and you can make a direct donation that will benefit them through UNICEF’s relief efforts in Haiti.

When: Sunday, January 24 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Where: Dee & Co. Hair Studio
826 Collins Avenue, 2nd Floor, Miami Beach
305-673-5607

Photo: Glamour

My boyfriend and I hosted a BBQ yesterday and the rain was no fun. Not only was I forced to block the food from getting soaked…but also my hair! Celebs at the Golden Globes last night must have felt my pain. Keeping your hair lookin’ good in the rain is a challenge…especially if you have PGH. Lucky for us, celeb hairstylist Philip Pelusi sent us some tips on weathering the storm during a special event. I will use these next time so that I don’t have to choose which to save…food or hair.

• Check the weather report a few days in advance so you can plan to wear your hair up or down. If rain is in the forecast, plan ahead to wear your hair either all up or half up and half down.
• Pulling hair into an updo or half upsweep is the best strategy to stay looking good in rainy conditions because hair is already curled, pinned and sprayed in place. If it gets rained on a bit, hair can simply air dry in place, and it is also easier to keep an updo dry under an umbrella.
• If you wear your hair down and are caught by surprise, make sure to bring a small emergency kit in your purse to a special event with a few hair pins, a ponytail holder and a small purse size hair spray. If hair gets wet, go for a quick style change. Pull hair back into the ponytail and wrap hair around the ponytail holder and secure into place with the hair pins. Mist with spray.

We just found out that Walmart has a beauty blog with everyday tricks, tips and solutions. We just read an article on trimming your own bangs…a must-know for any ladies with fringe. Here are some tips posted by Twyla, one of their beauty experts.

1) Get a good pair of salon-quality scissors.
2) Cut your hair when dry.
3) Cut hair in tiny sections – angle the scissors at 45-degrees and use the tip of the scissors to snip just a few strands at a time.
4) Start longer – you can also go shorter.
5) Only go as far as the ends of your eyebrows.
6) Be patient! Don’t rush it!

On hot humid days, a messy bun is just the trick for on-the-go gals. This look is actually much easier to create with thick hair than thin. We have the perfect solution for dressing up your messy bun – a pretty hair piece.

We like this hair pic from France Luxe.  This beautiful piece simply slips into the side of your messy bun and creates an elegant, more put together look.

Want an even easier solution? Try a decorative ponytail holder. We love Brighton’s selection, like this Garden Bloom Ponytail Holder which comes in a couple different colors. When styling your messy bun, pull out a couple pieces in front and secure the rest of your hair back using a decorative hair tie.  View the entire Brighton collection here.

Photo: Glamour.com

We found some pics on Glamour.com of Diane Kruger at the Inglorious Basterds Premiere Afterparty and we agree with Glamour’s editors, we love this look!

Diane’s hairstyle can easily be re-created in a few steps:

1. Part hair to one side and tuck behind ears.

2. Use 4-5 bobby pins (make sure they match your hair color) to secure side pieces. Place them randomly for easy, no-effort required effect.

3. Pull top layer of hair (should only be a couple strands) back using a tiny jaw clip or barrette to create half-up half-down look. Check out some beautiful hair pieces at France Luxe.

4. Curl ends using a curling iron if needed.

Photo: Naturallycurly.com

We all know that we shouldn’t wash our hair everyday, but it’s not as easy for us curlies. Our strands get knotty and frizzy, and all we want to do is jump in shower and shampoo! So, we decided to put together a guide on how to tame your second day mane.

1. Keep hair down when you go to sleep. Overnight hair ties cause major creases and can even cause breakage.

2. In the shower, wear hair up in a shower cap like Benefit’s Satin Cap or use a Tassi. Point the shower nozzle downward so you can shave your legs without getting your hair soaked.

3. Don’t even attempt to brush. Instead, smooth out frizz and detangle with a couple drops of serum like Ken Paves Shine Serum.

4. For stubborn strands that shape your face, re-wet using a spray bottle and re-style like your normally do.

5. If oily hair is your issue, try using a dry shampoo or The All Nighter Styling Powder – a color matched, gently scented silk powder that absorbs excess oil.

6. Still not happy? Before you throw your hair up in a bun, try a headband or a pretty hair clip. France Luxe has a great selection!

Got some more tips? Leave us a comment!

This just in…

Kimberly Clo recently released her new DVD, Now You Know How…To Blow-Dry Your Hair.

Kimberly has a complete list of celebrity clientele, including country music star Sara Evans. She is known for her ‘to-die-for’ blow outs which are always done sans flat iron. (Nice to know she doesn’t take the easy way out!)

Want to know how to keep your blow-out lookin’ salon-worthy even longer?

Kimberly says to “take each hair section and blow dry it all the way until it shines, not just to the point where it feels dry. This means you got to go a few strokes past when you think you’re done. Then go back over the hair section once more for good measure and enjoy!”

Her 65-minute “how to” DVD covers everything from the best tools to blow dry techniques to styling tips for achieving two coveted classic looks – sleek straight and straight with just a hint of bouncy movement. Kimberly demonstrates these tried and true techniques first on models and then on her own hair showing that it really is possible to style yourself. With over 16 years salon experience, Kimberly offers advice and encouragement all along the way.

For more info click here.

Every time I take a trip, I am always forced to check a bag because my hair product bottles are more than 3 ounces.  I just suck it up and pay $15 each way just so that I can have good hair while traveling. Well, I’ve had enough! I need to start buying travel-size hair products.

I did a search on Google and believe it or not, they’re not that easy to find. There’s very few brands that make travel-size bottles, so you’re usually stuck with whatever the drugstore has.

I was almost ready to quit but then I went on to Ebay and did a search. Eureka! More than 50 items came up, including brands like Matrix, Bumble and Bumble, Big Sexy Hair, L’Occitane, and Fekkai.

Also – DevaCurl makes a complete travel kit. It’s normally about $30 (the cost of checking a bag there and back) but I found it on Amazon for $17.50. Not bad.

Know of any other places or websites to buy carry-on approved hair products? Leave a comment and let us know…thanks!

Last week, I told you all about my sister’s itchy dry scalp. I gave her a bottle of Eufora’s Urgent Repair Replenishing Treatment and sent her home. Well, she just sent me a text message saying that the product was not strong enough to cure her flakes – but she did find something that did work!

Drumroll please! Neutrogena’s Tgel Daily Control^® Dandruff Shampoo. After a couple uses her scalp was back to normal.

Just wanted to let everyone know

Simply put… A PitiCure is to your underarms as a pedicure is to your feet!

We just got word of Dove’s new at-home beauty treatment to care for delicate underarm skin and prevent nasty razor bumps.  If you have PGH on your head, you probably have PGH other places on your body…right?

The PitiCure is done in 3-steps:

Step 1: Underarm Exfoliation

Use a gentle exfoliating scrub or wipe to cleanse underarms and help remove impurities

Step 2: Rinse

Rinse off and gently dry underarms with a towel

Step 3: Apply Dove Visibly Smooth anti-perspirant deodorant

Underarm hair will look and feel less noticeable with continuous use over time

Within weeks of regular use, underarm hair feels softer, finer and easier to remove

Offers 24-hour odor and wetness protection

Contains Dove 1/4 Translucent Moisturizers(TM) that care for delicate underarm skin

Get more info here.  And props to Dove for coming up with a cute marketing name – we like PitiCure! Smart