Welcome to the Q&A. Each week we dedicate space to answering YOUR burning hair questions. Need some advice? Confused about a service or style? From cuts and color to tools and techniques, our experts are available to weigh in on all things hair-related. To submit a Q, send it here: questions@thehairbookonline.com. Q. How do I [...]
The first snowfall marks the unofficial start of winter—and hat season! No matter what you choose to warm head—a Tibetan ear flap hat, a Brad Pitt-style Ivy Cap or a hoodie, keep the exposed hair looking chic with a silicone-based product. Paul Mitchell Gloss Drops is a lightweight serum that smooths hair and safeguards it [...]
The blogosphere was positively abuzz last week with news of Taylor Swift’s purported hair makeover—in which she traded in her signature ringlets for a super straight style with long, lash-skimming bangs. I thought the look was a refreshing and sexy switch for the singer—especially on the eve of her 20th birthday. My eagle-eyed colleague, Damon, [...]
Welcome to the Tuesday Q&A. Each week we dedicate this space to answering YOUR burning hair questions. Need some advice? Confused about a service or style? From cuts and color to tools and techniques, our style experts are available to weigh in on all things hair-related. To submit a Q, send it here: questions@thehairbookonline.com. Q: [...]
I call this “The Shaggy Bob”. It’s a traditional bob, but with shaggy (as opposed to blunt) ends. Now, when I say shaggy ends, I mean shaggy ends ONLY, no interior layers which can make the look too “Rocker”). Styling is a cinch. Just ask Caitlin (left), my muse of the moment: Some spray gel [...]
Hip hop and R&B singer/songwriter Alicia Keys has worn her hair every which way. From braids and waves to ringlets and curls, she’s done it all. This recent sleek and chic do looks just right paired with that slinky black sheath, statement necklace and pair of sky-high fire engine red Christian Louboutins. Speaking of those [...]
Regis International Creative Director Gordon Nelson and Regis Artistic Director Kat Carey gives Morgan’s dull, dry hair a more versatile look.
Caitlin—fresh out of beauty school and brimming with enthusiasm and love for all things hair-related—can’t get enough of It’s A 10. She gives the conditioning styler top marks for its ability to simultaneously target 10 top hair concerns (from detangling to damage repair), its addictive fragrance and, especially, its knack for leaving her locks super [...]
I love the fall. Hair-wise, it’s my best season. There’s little humidity to turn my freshly blown out hair into a fuzzy mess, but just enough that the dryness (caused by forced hair heating) doesn’t leave my strands completely flat and flyaway. I could probably let my hair air dry to acceptable results, but where’s [...]
The rain has returned to New York City (just in time for Fashion Week, sigh!) bringing with it sky-high humidity and—its partner in crime—frizz. Despite the many articles devoted to the topic and the endless lines of products aimed at taming it, frizzy hair still manages to plague me on a regular basis. The other [...]
