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Series Expert hair-care system treats your hairs molecular structure from the core to the surface, delivering high performance results to maintain and preserve beautiful hair between your salon visits.

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How to Hollywood Wave Hair

Retro waves are no longer retro, they are timeless. Karen Angel is the queen of the wave. Here is her how to achieve the perfect, glossy wave. Like Kelly Brooke, English TV personality.

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Step One:

Shampoo and condition your hair, with a smoothing product. Giti, one of Panache and Co.Salons Technical Directors Said; Use Tigi’s Urban Anti-dotes 2 Recovery. She loves the moisture it gives the hair.

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Step Two:

Towel dry by blotting and squeezing the hair so you don’t rough the cuticle up. Do Not rub dry the hair, it creates more frizz! Next apply Moroccan oil Treatment from the mid-lengths to ends to even out your hair’s porosity and add shine. A good mousse, Catwalks Strong Mousse is a favorite. Dry you hair with a medium round brush to create body in your hair, starting from the top and front of the head pinning each dry section into roller-like set as you go.

Step Three: Your favorite side is where your going to place in you glossy wave, ladies choice. Release the pined hair, use a 1in” curling iron, starting about 1” away from the scalp heat your two fingers wide section down to the ends to heat the hair up for a better hold. Go back to the base of your hair roll in and start to feed the hair around the barrel of the iron, hold for a count of 10, pin in a roll. Continue horizontal sections down your head, pinning after you curl. Allow your hair to cool then release your sections.

Now make a part using the corner of your eye as your guide, place your hair behind left ear to create a fall on the other side. Brush the curl side into smooth waves. Use a light spray that layers I use Session Series Work it spray. Hold out and mist, let it dry and mist again. 

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Results: Soft, Shiny and touchable hair.

Happy Beauty Hunting 

SW

Wedding Day Prep

I've had my big day and will cherish it forever. I do remember how I felt, everything had to be the way I had dreamt about; the dress, shoes, wedding location and THE HAIR. The hair had to be glossy, long with natural waves, thick and healthy looking.

Something like this:

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At the time I was using Lenore Greyl Jasmine Masque and I still do. Had Martha Stewart Weddings magazine been written the year I was married about L Oreal’s Fiberceutic Treatment, I would have used that. Oh then the recent issue of More Magazine mentioned the in-store treatment stating: We have our “fountain of oomph” It leaves the hair stronger and shinier with a velvet touch.

More Magazine

If you follow this blog you can see I’m seriously obsessed with beauty, beauty treatment and all things beautiful. Which is why after reading these two magazine reviews on Serie Expert Fiberceutic, I've decided to get the in-store treatment after my color. 

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So the treatment is quite the RX experience. After a thorough cleansing my hair was then carefully towel dried to remove the excess moisture so it does not delude the potency of the treatment. A syringe was then used to apply to small, controlled sections of my hair. This was methodically worked down the hair, so as to penetrate into the cortex (inside) of the hair and insure the rebuild would take. On to the waiting, I was not great with the wait, however it was less painful because of the fantastic scalp massage that I was given! The Salon needs to give my husband a lesson on scalp massage.

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If you haven’t noticed, I hate drying my own hair! So I always book my bombshell blowouts after treatments or color. It feels like the softest bunny fur ever, but it still has volume. As part of the complete treatment I bought the at home masque for fine hair to prolong the protection from further damage and the soft, volume I’m experiencing. My over all thoughts I Love It. You must try it! The in-store treatment was only $35.00; this did not include my color and bombshell blowout.  

Happy beauty hunting

SW

Update Your Haircut and A Fresh New Youth

A new hairstyle can bring a fresh youthful change to the way you feel and look.

I recently went from this to this. Yes I did a 360!

So if you’re that long haired client who's afraid to cut your hair, why not try adding some fringe like Minka Kelly recently did or a side-swept fringe? Any face framing change will brighten up what maybe a style rut.

If you’re ready for a big change take a look a Karlie Kloss's new look. Major fashion mags and designer have been using short wigs over the last few seasons which are now showing up in the general public's wants and desires list from their stylist.  

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Remember as a client your fringe trims are free

Cold front hair defense

Cold front hair defense

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Cold weather, the use of heating tools and hot water showers, can rob your hair and skin of essential moisture needed.  
Panache Salon is now using the Reborn system which has 3 journeys for hair needs. 
Panache and Co. Salon is 1 of only 99 salon nation wide accepted by TiGi to use this fabulous product. I’m using the Awakening and the Resurgence journeys. With the dry weather I need the 400% moisture this product boast. I've had great results with the Awakening which strengthen my blondish hair.

This is definitely a luxe product the feel is creamy and the smell is Watermint and Honeysuckle, very light and spa like. Its feature Ingredient is MicroMairne tm compound (sea kelp, aloe, babassu oil, green tea) this combo is high in lipid content which is essential for healthy hair.
 So I’m having the In-salon Reborn treatment done to boost the effect of my at home routine, the shine and hydration last 7 days. The massage is out of this world I just love the tension melting away.

 Check out this fun video No salad at the salon but a nice wine or tea is included in the service.

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 Can you say  "putty in my stylist hands"  I then get one of the Bombshell Blowout for $35.00 and ask for a complimentary makeup touch up if a makeup person has the time. Then off to dinner with the family.

A Change of Style: Open Discussion

So a few weeks ago I bobbed my hair and colored it to look like Nicole Kidman’s in this photo.

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Well now L'Oreal has come out with the Retro Nouveau collection, WOW! Do I love the look of the colors and some of the cuts! My question is do I go for the Copper Siren – add clip in hair extensions or do I do the cropped Blonde Ingenue? The extensions or the cut are a breeze, Karen Angel can make either happen and the color, one of our fabulous Panache stylist will do the great job, they always do. The girls are always there for me and my every changing hair.

This youtube video is a fun glimpse of the collection. 

Hope you enjoy and be sure to comment back which look is your favorite or which one you would choose for me.  I can’t wait to see the comments. 

 XX- SW

Blown out winter white vs the butter blonde

The ever popular toe head is a Cali staple. “I need to be brighter” is the mantra when entering the salon. Well with all that processing hair becomes weak, fragile, dull and airy.

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We got to experience 1^st hand the power of L'Oreal Dia light demi- permanents, ability to transform our blown out winter white blonde, similar to Taylor Momsen of Gossip Girl to the beautiful butter color. 

Balayage technique was used to low light in some contrasting pieces to create dimension to the cut, then root shading  to give the appearance of thick hair, topped off  with an all over Photo Gloss to the hair to resurface  the hair with shine. The Photo Gloss is my favorite, who doesn't want glossy locks; it’s so shiny it’s like vinyl!

The over all look The New Blonde- butter, honey goodness similar to that of Blake Lively. The ends of her hair sealed down and according to the L’Oreal educator will have a lasting effect when the proper prescribed professional product system is used. 

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If your thinking of a color change you blondes out there, then let this be a option for you and Don’t forget the Photo Gloss for the vinyl like shine.

 Till next time XX

SW

Clean Hair Ponytails for Spring 2013

If I could buy a gift for Gina B. it would be this fabulous surfboard. Back in the day I did some surfing in some great spots- @ Blacks (great left break) and at Sunset cliffs (that’s a trek down a cliff, a jump and paddle out). Anyway I no longer surf but she does and I came across this and thought of her. In the process of my find I fell in love with Etro’s S/S 2013 collection. The detail on this one pair of pants looked like butterfly wings in the wind. Just a spectacular show filled with beautiful prints and wearable shapes. This hair was a big Yes Yes for me as well. It reminds me of the PA for Missoni's Designer Preview we did.

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I will be rocking the supper long, blunt cut ponytail this spring.  I just love the clean look of it and the slouchy black bow.

Lucky for me I've got Karen Angel working on the faux ponytail after Christmas. Funny thing the 5 year old ask if her Nona could make one for her too. How cute right! When I get the pony I’ll post a How To on Faux Pony Tails. 

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Well In case you’re not familiar with Karen’s work, she is a master hairdresser. She lends her talents to Tigi Talent Team, doing shows for NYC fashion week, and a variety of other shows throughout the country. I LOVE that women’s work.

If you get the chance to get an appointment with her you will see what I mean. She is a true talent and the last of a dying breed of master hairdresser such as the likes of Vidal Sassoon, Leo Passage, and Guy Muscolo of Toni & Guy/Tigi.   

     

Hope you enjoyed

Till next time

 SW

Chanel Pre Fall 2013

Coco 

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Make the jump for the full story http://beautybysw.blogspot.com/2012/12/chanel-pre-fall-2013-in-scotland.html

How to: Get the 60'sVibe Make up

I obviously love vintage 60's  Daliah Lavi looks in The Silencer or Casino Royale, this is one of my all time favorite. So this is a How to for the Smokey eye effect my hip grandma wore in the 60’s with her suede bells and fringe vest. Pale lipped, strong creamy contrast and lashes are the order of day. 

Face

Start recreating this look by prepping up your skin. Wash it well and put on some makeup primer to keep your skin healthy and make your makeup last longer. 

I use Trish Mc Evoy

Next, apply foundation and if needed, concealer. This look is very matte so we’d suggest using a foundation with a matte finish. I loved the Chanel Perfection lumiere. If you don’t have one available you can create that matte finish by setting your foundation with powder. How ever, depending on your age this can be aging. The powder settles in the creases. Trust me I know.

Brows

The eyebrows for this look are arched well but they’re not exactly well defined, this updates the retro look. You can achieve by taking some eye shadow and applying that to your brows with a brush. Tigi cosmetics make a great brow definers and its moisture proof. Use very light short strokes moving sideways to create that slightly fuzzy effect.

Eyes

Now it’s time to work on your lids and for this you will need one  matte eye shadow in black and the other one in black precision pen  is my choice, plus a good blending brush. Tigi and Mac brushes both are excellent choices. To get the very dramatic eyes this look features, start by taking the Precision pen eye liner and applying it quarter in at lash line to the outer corner. Next take the black eye shadow and apply it to the lowest part of your eye lid, taking up about 1/3 of your lids for blend a softening effect. You will see the slight difference between the two types of eye shadows.

Next, take your blending brush and start blending the line of the black eye shadow. This will create the gradation of hue. Line the under eye lid and blend for softness.

For the next step, you will need Vanilla high density shadow. Take a brush and create a line just below your lower lash line in the corner then over the lid, then from the black blended line up to the brows.

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Lashes

Curl your upper eye lashes and apply mascara to define them.

Cut the lash to fit lid and apply one set on the top extending out a bit and another on the lower lid making a slight triangle connection with the top lashes. This will give you a wider looking eye.

Contour

To make your features appear stronger, take a dark shade contour your cheeks by applying it right above your jaw line. Make sure you keep the apples of your cheeks free of any colour because the main focuses of this look are the eyes and lips.

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Lips

If you want a soft version of this look, you can wear it with a lighter shade of matte lipstick with a hint of gloss in the center. It gives you a kissable pout look without looking to sticky.

Till Next Time

SW

How to : Haute Holiday Hairstyle

A glittery accessory adds whimsical romance to just about any hairstyle;

I of course forgot to wear one in this photo.

 Want to give it a whirl? Here’s a how-to

 1.  I applied Tigi's Session Series Styling Cream on damp- almost dry hair. Then gentle dried it into the hair using my fingers so as to retain body in my hair. Curl the hair all in one direction with a 1-inch Marcel iron, and pin with single prong clips and let it cool.  

2. Comb the hair out completely with a good quality brush. I used a Mason Person brush, you can purchase at Nordstroms, but Denman works well and is gentle on the hair. The Denman on this link site is so cute I'm going to get myself one.

3. Using a styling comb and thin metal clips, depress the comb into the hair to create finger waves around the   face. Use the clips to enhance the ridges in the waves before spraying 

4. To pin it back just loosely gather the hair and pin to secure. Try not to flat and mat it down, think fluffy. 

5. Add in sparkly clips or broaches on one side of the head, above and behind the ear. Le Bel Age has some great sparkles and Forever 21 

Till next time

SW

Stocking Stuffer anyone.
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Lucky Magazine: Feature Blog Post

Some of our fan's may have seen our Mad for It: Red post, right? Well Lucky mags community blog has just picked it up. You can visit and vote for the post if you would like. Each time Lucky Magazine choose a post, i'll send out a link for your votes and comments. 
http://contributors.luckymag.com/post/red-mad-for-it 
and there's the link. 
Thank you for your support.

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AKA: Panachebeautyco

Panache and Co. Holiday Breakfast 

The salon will be closed between the hours of 

7:30 and 10:30 am Dec.4th

P.S- I will try to video tape the fights that break out at the White Elephant Game

Men's Dept: Gifts for your Honey

Gifts for your Honey

So here are my thoughts on gifts for the honey. The hubby has the crop- groomed David Beckham style and is working the bearded look as of late, so the following are my top gift picks.

1.    Tigi’sB for men Pure Texture for the controlled separation he likes. He already uses the Shampoo and Conditioner. I love the smell.

2.    Dr.Harris Arlington after shave. This has a light smell of citrus and earth, it won’t interfere with the Ted Baker cologne we got him. On line at CO Bigelow.

3.    Burroughsbeard oil- we still need to condition the skin and make the beard soft so we can kiss them. This is the perfect essential oil base product and it’s made in the USA. 

1.    The Newman Tartan Bow Tie- He’s wearing this at our Scottish Christmas Eve Party. Love it!

2.      Rag andBone Shot glasses and flask- Target and Neimen’s have teamed up for and made a $1million donation to the Council of Fashion Designers of America. The list of collaborating designers is impressive. Most of the items are well priced- take a peak I’m sure you will find something.

3.    Makr.com I Phone 5/Card sleeve has to be my top pick. If I didn’t have a Samsung I’d buy one! This is hand sewn and has rolled edges, sound comfy.  

So this rounds out my list, hope some of these site prove fruitful for you.

XX til next time

SW

Deals and Steals: Gift IT Guide

This Holiday try out some irresistible buys!

1.    Christopher Kane has collaborated with Catwalk by Tigi for this limited edition head band. I love the playful knot and double band for taming the hair.

2.    High Density eye shadow pallet: This is on Sale for $45.00 (reg. price $60.00 *while supplies last). This is a steal. All the latest fall colors, the purple haze is my personal fav. This great gift has shades for all skin tones cool to warm and has a mirror inside for those quick fixes.

3.    Dior Lipstick: This soft red, limited edition long-wearing true color can be bought at Sephora for only $36.00. If you get a chance check the Dior mini site out.

4.    Bronze Sparkle Peplum Top: seen in Le Bel Age Boutique. She has great cheep and cheerful gift items. I never leave without a little something for myself (obsession)!

5.    BCBG’s Gold Studded Headset: I will be asking Santa for these. Perfect for the office and late night laptop sessions. I’ll bet my ears will stay warm to.

6.  A Roll of Brushes: The classic design of this set makes it a keeper. On sale for $115.00 (reg $135.00 *while supplies last). They are low shed and holds the product well. TIP: use the contour brush to make a clean cat eye V. Line the brush at the corner of your lashes the tip pointing upward, then a quick flip to lay the product onto the lid- an perfect cat eye.

7.    PajamaSet: This White and Gold Dot is the must have for the Sunday brunch with the family. I hope I get this under the tree

I can't wait to hear from you about your favorites from this list. 

XX til next time 

SW

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Happy Thanksgiving

So I made it to L.A. The T-Day prep has started. The smells are fantastic, makes me want to eat now. The air is filled with roasted garlic, bacon, butter, sage, warm baked bread, sweet savory pies- need I say more. My sister in-law has a two page spread sheet on what needs to be done. She’s a project manager at her job, this skill obviously spills into the precisely time list. 7am turkey out and rubbed, 7:15 coffee and breakfast, 7:45 get dressed, start turkey (325d) etc, etc.

The Stooges video sums up how my Thanksgiving dinner would have been like after a few Mcallan 18s -a family favorite.

Well today we are going ice skating then out on what I like to refer to as the hunt (really just a long walk with the whole family and pack of dogs)  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family, from all of us at Panache