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Got FRIZZY, UNRULY, DAMAGED WAVY HAIR? YOU and I need OUIDAD!

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For the longest time I have been telling my friends that IF I ever went camping with a guy and took a dip in the lake, and didn’t have access to a blow dryer the guy would run for the hills once my hair “air dried”!! My unblown hair looks like a cross between bozo the clown and Rosanna Dana from SNL, back in the day! I swear to you, I could never let my hair air dry! I woke up at 3 am Saturday and saw this product infomercial for CURL CONFIDENCE! I couldn’t believe it, all the women on there had the same problems I did with my hair, If I didn’t blow dry it it basically looks AWFUL ! I knew I had some curls and waves underneath the frizz but I didn’t know how to make them happen and look decent, or get that effortless beach tousled hair we all want and love!

MY NEW WAVES! I LOVE IT! THANK YOU OUIDAD!

MY NEW WAVES! I LOVE IT! THANK YOU OUIDAD!

 I finally got it! I didn’t order off the infomercial because I had an Ouidad salon right down the street and opted to get product IN HAND immediately and paid $10 more for no shipping and immediate results! I wore my new curly hair on Saturday for the first time.. or more wavy, but since  I always blow it out, it felt majorly curly and I was a little weary.. but the reviews were stellar!

My friends who saw me LOVED it and so did I! I am happy to not have to blow out my highlighted hair every time I wash it now and I love being able to change it up! So happy I got these two products!

They are:

Botanical Boost $16

Botanical Boost $16

Botanical Boost $16
Botanical Boost $16

 

Posted on March 8th, 2010 by Sandra Oles  |  3 Comments »

Set a Goal and Meet It.. Head On…

 

This is my very first Video Blog.. I didn’t want to over think, over plan, and over prepare… I thought to jump in, do it, get it done, since I told about 6 people I was going to start video blogging.. I HAD TO DO IT… I don’t prefer to be thought of as “hot air.”  I am a doer, and that is how I live, breathe and operate. While it isn’t perfect, it was fun, challenging to step outside my comfort zone and go it alone.  I hope you enjoy it… I will improve with practice and hope to entertain, inform, and impart wisely, responsibly… responsibly within my world of reasoning, which can be drastically different than the norm… my gift to you is direct, without pretense… me..

Products Mentioned in this Video Blog: (Click Link for Additional Information)

Quaker Oatmeal Low Sugar Apples and Cinnamon

Body Factory Protein Shake/ Body Fuel

Karen Voight’s BLT Ball Workout

LiquiD3 2000 IU

Liquid Ginseng Drops

Nars Luxor Stick

Bed Head Headrush Shine Spray

Posted on January 4th, 2010 by Sandra Oles  |  2 Comments »

Want Smooth and Luxurious Hair? Go to your local Sally’s Beauty Supply and Pick up Argan Oil.. Moroccan

$8.99 at Sally's Beauty Supply, click product to buy

$8.99 at Sally's Beauty Supply, click product to buy

My friend Sheri has been mentioning Moroccan Oil for ages, with respect to hair products, and raving about it.  I think she would get it at Louis Licari in the city before they blow dried her hair.  So the other day, while on a mission to completely transform myself from super blonde to warm brown hair, I happened upon Argan Oil at the cash out!  I picked it up and it said on the label, Argan Oil, derived from Moroccan Argan Trees.  I saw the word Moroccan and immediately put it on the counter with all my hair transformation products.

Before Blowing out my new brown tresses, I put some of this auburn colored oil in my hands and distributed evenly through my damp hair.  It has an interesting smell.. not awful.. but the Moroccan Oil used after my haircut at Blaine Rice Salon smelled AMAZING… and I am sure it was much more expensive.  I was already dropping a hundy on my cut, so I forewent the OIL…  My end story is that I love the way it makes my hair feel, soft, manageable, less coarse, and shiny! SO GET YOURSELF SOME! It works.. I read it is good for the skin as well… but there are skin products derived specifically for that purpose… although, our hair and skin are sort of the same, I bet you could rub this into your skin and be fine…

This Argan Oil works well… but I am not sure I would use it on super light blonde hair due to the color of it. 

Here is a published list of benefits:

  • Premium finishing, smoothing and conditioning product
  • Non-greasy, alcohol-free formula
  • Instantly absorbs into the hair
  • Creates brilliant shine without leaving an oil residue
  • Reduces drying time and speeds up styling time
  • Smoothes cuticle for silky, conditioned and healthy looking hair
  • Eliminates frizz and leaves hair more manageable
  • Helps protect against damage caused by the environment or heat styling
  • Mix with color/chemical processes for enhanced results and added depth to color
  • For all hair types
  • UV protection
  • Compare to Moroccan Oil

One of the world’s rarest oils, argan oil is derived from the Moroccan argan tree.  Rich in essential fatty acids, Omega 6 and Vitamin E, it is valued for its ability to regenerate and nourish dry and damaged hair.

 

One ‘n Only Argan Oil is a non-greasy, alcohol-free formula that is instantly absorbed into the hair, creating brilliant shine without leaving an oily residue.  Smoothes cuticle for the silky, conditioned and healthy looking hair.  This precious oil helps protect against damage caused by the environment, chemicals, or excessive heat from stylers, and provides long-term conditioning while reducing frizz, split ends and breakage.  Ideal for all hair types, One ’n Only Argan Oil is a premium styling finishing, smoothing and conditioning product that produces consistently silky smooth results. 

 

 

Posted on October 30th, 2009 by Sandra Oles  |  No Comments »

the commercial where the girl has the super long shiny hair, GARNIER FRUCTIS, the song, wooo hooo, music, woo hoo.. well it WORKS!

garnier1I can’t get the song out of my head sometimes from this commercial where the girl has super long shiny hair and Garnier is touting their product SLEEK AND SHINE, which is supposed to keep your hair frizz free on a humid day- EVEN 97% humidity!  After seeing the commercial a million times, and being a product snob and only buying upscale brands to tame frizz.. I finally decided to break down and buy it while in CVS the other day… In the NY area we have had so much rain… ridiculous amounts, so I thought this a prudent purchase.  However, I only bought the conditioner, mistakingly bought two conditioners as I was daydreaming, as usual….

The conditioner WORKS! I will now get the shampoo on my weekly jaunt to my neighborhood CVS and let you all know if when combining the shampoo and conditioner calls for double duty, mack daddy NO FRIZZ! Let’s all hope!

Posted on July 2nd, 2009 by Sandra Oles  |  No Comments »

dry, overprocessed hair??, or just need an intense moisture boost? Aestelance Protein Mask is THE answer…

life saver for dry, dull flyaway hair!!

life saver for dry, dull flyaway hair!!

I have mega highlights in my medium to fine textured hair, and a friend of mine who is highlighting and coloring my hair gave me a sample of this deep and intense conditioner to use post colorand I had to share it with you because as I rinsed it out, my hair never felt softer or more slippery.  After my blow-dry, I was thrilled to see that my hair had more bounce, moisture, and shine, much like real hair should!  I highly recommend this product as you only need a tiny, tiny bit at a time! 

You can buy it here (8 ouce size for about $30: http://bit.ly/proteinmask

Posted on June 15th, 2009 by Sandra Oles  |  No Comments »