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How can I best protect my hair in the summer sun?   While the wonderful rays of Father Sun may warm your bones, it will also do a deep fry on unprotected hair. Even worse, search and destroy pool chemicals and ocean salt can vaporize all those wonderful natural oils you've spent all year balancing and building in your soft, undamaged mane. Sun and surf damage can manifest as faded hair color, fragile, brittle or dry hair and yucky split ends. Be proactive and protect your hair from UVA & UVB rays that can leave you with a head full of straw that can take months to reverse. Unless you plan on a major buzz cut at summer's end, resist the urge to "do naked hair" or dive into pools with your locks flowing freely and follow the following Safe Summer Hair Rules: 1. Start the summer season with a salon trip to remove split ends and handle hair repairs. 2. If your hair normally dries out in the summer, consider having a preventive deep conditioning treatment to ward off summer frizzies. Follow these tips so you don't have to run from the sun, just have fun!

 

 

What is the difference between semi permanent and permanent color?   Semi permanent hair colors do not damage the hair and last from 4-6 weeks. They gradually fade out until the hair is the same shade it started from. These hair colors are deposit only, that is, they may temporarily darken but wont lighten the color of your hair. Since they do not damage the hair, you may reapply them as often as needed. The only downside is their limited ability to cover gray hair. Permanent hair color permanently changes the hair color. Your own hair color must grow out to fully remove this process. It can be reapplied as substantial outgrowth of original color becomes noticeable. However, each application damages the hair further, so it is preferable to apply the color only to the new hair growth. Permanent colors can either lighten or darken the original shade. They also cover gray hair extremely well. The downside is that you must grow the hair out and trim it off to remove it. It can sometimes be dyed back to match the original color although it is extremely difficult to match the shade exactly. This is when a professional colorist really earns their money!

 

Hello there bath and beauty lovers! We are taking you to the kitchen this week to tell you about a bath and body staple that’s been hiding in your pantry. Sure you can use apple cider vinegar in sauces and salad dressings, but there is way more to this vinegar. Apple cider vinegar is made through a double fermentation process that reduces down to some pretty powerfully preserved nutrients. Apple cider vinegar is rich in potassium, malic acid, calcium, acetic acid, and a whole slew of vitamins (A, B1, B2, B6, C and E to be precise) that are great for the body. Check out the tips below to see how you can use apple cider vinegar:

 

1. Detoxify your Skin

The nutrient rich formula of apple cider vinegar draws out toxins on the skin surface. Use a cotton swab to dab the vinegar on your face and rinse thoroughly.

2. Reduce Age Spots

Apple cider vinegar contains hydroxyl acids that are great for removing dead skin cells. Reduce again spot by apply vinegar to the skin twice a week and let it sit on the skin surface for 30 minutes before rinses for a proper treatment.

3. Get Rid of Acne

Another benefit of apple cider vinegar is it is antibacterial, so it’s great at taking down difficult acne. Simply apply a mixture of one parts vinegar to two parts water to combat breakouts.

4. Give Hair a Healthy Shine

Boost your hair’s natural shine by mixing equal parts water and apple cider vinegar. Use this mixture once or twice a week to perk up your hair!

5. Fight and Correct Wrinkles

When diluted significantly with water, apple cider vinegar is great for fighting fine lines and wrinkles. Dab onto problem areas and let the vinegar sit for a few minutes then rinse off. Use over a 6 week period to see best results.

6. Soothe Sunburn

Nothing’s worse than a nasty sunburn. When you try to soak out your burn, add a cup of apple cider vinegar to the water for some added relief.

 

 

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photo credit: Apples' second life via photopin (license) added text.

How can I protect my hair in the summer sun?

While the wonderful rays of Father Sun may warm your bones, it will also do a deep fry on unprotected hair. Even worse, search and destroy pool chemicals and ocean salt can vaporize all those wonderful natural oils you've spent all year balancing and building in your soft, undamaged mane.

Sun and surf damage can manifest as faded hair color, fragile, brittle or dry hair and yucky split ends. Be proactive and protect your hair from UVA & UVB rays that can leave you with a head full of straw that can take months to reverse. Simply spritz on SPF 90 Rene Furterer Solaire Protective Summer Fluid before you venture into the sun, and you're good to go! Unless you plan on a major buzz cut at summer's end, resist the urge to "do naked hair" or dive into pools with your locks flowing freely and follow the following Safe Summer Hair Rules.

Start the summer season with a salon trip to remove split ends and handle hair repairs. If your hair normally dries out in the summer, consider a preventive deep conditioning treatment like Alto Bella Olive Oil Intensive Treatment to ward off summer frizzies.

Can I use lemon juice to lighten my hair?

Not exactly, Lemon juice by itself will not lighten the hair. Lemon juice AND the ultraviolet rays of the sun will lighten your hair. (similar to a product called "Sun-In" ) The drawback here is dryness and if your is dark to begin with, it will turn orangutan orange! This job is better done by a professional. We also would like to suggest a 'weave'. The weave (unlike the allover color) will not show such an extreme outgrowth line (dark roots). If you are already a dark blonde or very light brown you can probably use the lemon juice and sun method. Be sure to buy a really good conditioner like Rene Furterer Solaire Repairing After Sun Mask for after. Also the lemon, sun method needs about 5 hours in the sun. (not good for the skin so wear sun block!)

How can I prevent my hair from turning green when I use the pool?

Green hair makes it's appearance every summer. With more and more spas and Jacuzzi's becoming popular, it is starting to be a year round event. The green color is most noticeable in blonde hair although it can coat and damage any hair type.. Most people assume it is from the chlorine used to purify the water in pools and spas. Chlorine itself is colorless, but greenish compounds form in the pool/spa environment and are readily absorbed by porous hair strands.

To remove it from the hair you will need to use products that are made for this purpose. A chelating / clarifying shampoo like Philip B Peppermint and Avocado Clarifying Shampoo works wonders- and should be used immediately after swimming. Phytoplage After Sun Rehydrating Shampoo is also formulated to remove chlorine, sand and salt for ultimate clean hair. It can also be used as a body wash, so toss it in your beach bag for an easy all-in-one solution!

In unusually difficult cases, where the hair is extremely porous (such as bleached hair) your hairdresser may need to apply a color stripper chemical treatment. To prevent it's reoccurrence, you have to keep your hair out of the pool! If that isn't possible then you can minimize the hair's porosity by wetting the hair thoroughly before entering the pool. A good conditioner before swimming may help too.

The 2016 Grammys red carpet featured dazzling looks from all our favorite stars. Looks like Lady Gaga's sapphire sequin studded tribute Ziggy Stardust, to Adele's enduring classic, elegance, there were plenty of iconic style moments at this Grammys. The Beautyofasite team picked our favorite beauty looks of the night that can be replicated outside of the star studded event. Enjoy!

 

 

Ciara

Hair

Ciara's entire look is all about seductive ease. Her loose pulled back low bun is effortlessly elegant, smooth, and sleek while retaining her hair's flow and body.

Make-up

One word, smoldering. Ciara glows on the red carpet with a natural look featuring a subtle smoky eye and a neutral lip. A classic combo that is refreshing against the more dramatic looks at the Grammys.

Nails

Keeping it natural, Ciara rocks a nude-toned polish to let her sultry look take center stage. The nude cocoa polish with pink undertones adds to her soft look.

 

 

Get the Look:

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1. Tigi S Factor Vivacious Hair Spray | $21

2. A Beautiful Life The All Nighter All Over Shimmer Powder | $16

3. Antonym Cosmetics Eyeshadow Quattro To the Moon & Black | $38

4. Tigi Cosmetics Glow Blush Haute | $12

5. Naked Princess Luxe Shine – Truffle | $30

6. Essie Nail Polish Mambo | $6

 

 

Taylor Swift

 Hair

Taylor debuts her new bob, and it’s chic and sleek! The simple, blunt shape adds to the geometry of her color-blocked style.

Make-up

Not one who shies away from color, Taylor's bright orange-red lip compliments her vibrant look. She keeps the eyes simple with some seriously voluminous lashes and subtle white shimmer shadow under the eyes for a youthful pop.

Nails

Taylor wears a shimmery, metallic gold polish, perfect for the Grammy’s.

 

 

Get the Look:

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1. Spornette Porcupine Medium Round Brush | $10

2. Catwalk Camera Ready Shine Spray | $19

3. Blinc Mascara Black | $25

4. Lola Backstage Beauty Face Highlighting Powder | $26

5. Duwop Private Lipstick in Coral | $22

6. Zoya Austine Nail Polish | $9

 

What was your favorite Grammys look of the night? Let us know in the comments below!

 

Note: the red carpet images used on in this blog do not belong to BOAS and BOAS holds no courtesy rights to any of them, unless stated otherwise.

Summer is finally here and we have several products that are a must this season. Step one when getting ready for summer is preparing your feet to be seen in sandals. We love the Get Fresh Relief For Tattered Tootsies 3-Step Foot Treatment Set, $21.

This 3-step foot treatment sloughs, buffs and moisturizes your hard working toes. Infused with skin renewing botanicals and lemongrass, this treatment brings instant relief. This set includes a foot scrub, softening foot gel, intensive foot repair creme, and a pumice stone.

Next on the to-do list is your tan. For the people who don't have time to build their tan naturally we suggest St. Tropez Self Tan Express Advanced Bronzing Mousse, $35.

This highly advanced, no-fuss, fast-acting tan features intelligent shade technology that allows you to select your shade of tan by choosing when to shower. Want a light tan leave it on for one hour, medium tan two hours, or a dark tan three hours. Comprised of 100 percent natural tanning agents, it delivers streak-free, natural-looking results on all skintones. Also, don't forget your St. Tropez Tan Applicator Mitt for a mess-free smooth application!

Now that your feet and tan are ready it's time to head to the pool. The heat and the chlorine in the pool can damage your hair, but not to worry, Malibu C Leave-In Conditioner Mist can help.

Malibu C Leave-In Conditioner Mist is a 100% vegan hair detangler for overworked, dehydrated hair. Filled with antioxidant vitamins, this super-charged formula combats frizz and tangles from the roots to the tips. Using this leave in conditioner will reveal the natural shine and softness of your hair, having nourished every strand of hair. Free of sulfates, parabens, propylene glycol, DEA gluten, and no sodium chloride (salt) added.

Does you Hair need some extra Volume this Tuesday? Check out Rene Furterer Volumea Volumizing Foam. Not only will this give you volume but your curls will keep all day long!

Ever notice how fab your hair tends to look after a day spent by the ocean? Even if you can’t make it to the beach anytime soon, you can still get perfectly tousled waves, AKA “beach hair“, regardless of your hair type, and with very little effort! Try Blow Pro Beach Blow Texture Mist, and you should be rocking that beach wave’s hair look in no time!

Most people have some sort of natural wave to their hair, and a good salt spray is great for really bringing this out. Salt sprays should do the job for pretty much any hair type, from thin and straight to thick and wavy. They also add volume (especially great for girls with thinner hair) and help get rid of frizz. Using salt spray to create beach waves is pretty simple! You should spray a little Blow Pro Beach Texture Mist onto wet or damp hair and then use your hand and scrunch up to your roots.

Don’t over do it when spraying your hair, less is more! Either let it air dry or use a diffuser, and you’re good to go! Blow Pro Beach Blow Texture Mist 8.5oz Only $21.

So we think this is pretty cool, Alto Bella has created an environmentally friendly men's line called Alto Bella ME, and these products contain naturally derived ingredients. Me Men's Hair Product Line pledges to have searched the world to find the best raw natural or naturally derived ingredients to create 100% naturally derived products.

Lets face it, most beauty care companies target women, and we think that's unfair! We want our men to feel, smell and look good, and what better way to make that happen than with a natural product line that is not only easy on the wallet but on the conscience!

We love the All in 1 Shampoo, Body Wash and Shave cream! Men are simple creatures, they want things to be convenient and easy, and this product fits the bill! Gift this item to your guy so that he can take it with him to the gym, home, or on overnights wherever he might go! Now he doesn't have any excuse for that BO because he "just got back from the gym"!

$15-$16 dollars/bottle! Start shopping!

Enjoy the fresh scent of Kai now available in their new shampoo & conditioner! Kai's signature fragrance is a favorite among celebrities such as Oprah, Ellen, and now this new line for hair has vogue.com buzzing!

Kai shampoo:

This advanced formula combines moisturizing argan oil with strengthening glycolic acid, leaving hair feeling healthy, soft, shiny & subtly kai-scented. Kai shampoo and conditioner are safe for all hair types including chemically or color treated hair!

Kai conditioner:

Infused with Vitamin E & Shea butter, Kai's vitamin-rich conditioner has a special blend of argan oil & glycolic acid to reconstruct & deeply hydrate, leaving hair soft, silky, frizz-free & subtly kai-scented.

Finally this sought after duo is available for purchase! Go have a hard work out at the gym, then flood your senses with the light and clean scent of Kai post work out! Whether you are working out, at home or on vacation, Kai is always a great accessory to any shower routine! All Kai products are paraben, sulfate, phthalate & phosphate free as well as cruelty free with recyclable packaging made in the USA!

Start shopping Kai!

Try this new versatile All Over Shimmer Powder by All Nighter! This is an all-natural highlighter for your hair, face, and body! This unique, multi-purpose loose powder is formulated with silk, rice, and minerals - gently scented with just a touch of cinnamon! The ">Shimmer Powder™ adds a champagne glow to eyes, cheekbones, shoulders, decollete for a bit of sparkle and bronze radiance! This powder comes in an easy to use sifter jar! Great for all skin tones and types, just brush on and go!

We think having a date, going to work, or plain just looking fabulous is reason enough for this compact, easy to use multipurpose shimmer powder! Renee Zellweger's colorist uses this powder along the actresses hair line to give a temporary sun kissed look to her face and strands of hair!

We understand that sometimes the sun does not evenly tan on our bodies. So we offer up beauty secrets such as this to give a slight sparkle and sweep of bronze to even out those areas that are not as tan or areas we want to flaunt, such as our face, eyes and cheek bones! This is not just for the celebrities anymore! Available now, start shopping!

Shop All Nighter Hair Powder too! The ULTIMATE all natural hair powder / dry shampoo / styling product to build volume, absorb excess oil, freshen hair and extend your blowout. It gives body to limp, lifeless hair and eliminates the need for excessive shampooing. It gives matte texture and awesome volume and body. The ALL NIGHTER Styling Powder is effective on squeaky clean hair and really works wonders on hair that is 2nd or 3rd day between washings! Shake on, scrunch and be on your way looking fabulous! ($18.00 per powder).

For my sisters who sport auburn, chestnut and all-shades-of-brunette locks: Tigi's Bed Head Colour Goddess line was created just for you. A line specifically formulated for "racy red heads and bodacious brunettes" fighting fading color, the Colour Goddess Shampoo, Conditioner and Leave-In Conditioning formula fight loss of color and winter dryness that results in all over fading.

The Colour Goddess Shampoo is sulfate free, designed to soothe and shine while protecting hair from UV damage.  Deeply moisturizing and nourishing over-colored hair, Colour Goddess Shampoo is as gentle as it is effective. The Color Goddess Conditioner treats dark chocolate and sweet cherry hues with special care, boosting shine, softness and essential moisture while actively preventing premature color failure. The Color Goddess Leave-In Conditioning Spray makes your dark, rich color look absolutely radiant.  Providing a perfect balance of moisture, the Leave-In Conditioner keeps hair from looking dull and dry while strengthening and nourishing hair.

Browse all of Bed Head's Color Combat products here.