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5.09.2014

Juicing Your Way to Health Hair, Skin and Nails

With Smoothies and Juicing becoming more of a staple in our daily lives it’s important to know which fruits and veggies are in season.
 
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A great link for you to try this weekend is Ripetrack.com.
This is from the cover page of the website.

All produce tastes best during the part of the year when it naturally ripens. Strawberries are sweeter when sun-kissed in the summer, and some squashes don’t get full and flavorful until the fall. Not only does food taste better in season, it often has a higher nutrient content too. And if that wasn’t enough, fruits and vegetables are usually more affordable when they are naturally in abundance. Eating seasonally is better for your body, tastier on your tongue, and lighter on your wallet!

Doesn't it just make you want to picnic or go to the beach this weekend. 

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Most of the stylists at Panache & Co Salon have a favorite recipe that they have shared with their team members and maybe some of our clients. I think we should have a smoothie/juice off at the salon in June. The stylist with the tastiest recipe will win a Whole Foods $50.00 Gift Card. Don't you just love a good, healthy cook-off, Or in this instance a juice-off. In the mean time try out one of the yummy smoothie recipes above.

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The other link we love is the Harvest Calendar of San Diego. If you're into local grown produce, this is the link for you. Download this for your trips to the Farmers Markets that are sprinkled throughout San Diego County.  Here are the Farmers Market’s and the days of business from the Harvest Site. 
I can tell you from personal experience my skin and hair have never felt better. Look for my juice fast post at the end of July.

We hope you enjoyed this Fridays Links We Love series and hope you share this post with your friends and family and spread the love. Look for more fun post throughout the Panache & Co Salon Summer Season.


Until Next Time

3.31.2014

Diamond Shape Face Shapes Like Shailene Woodley's

A great example of a diamond shaped facial shape is Kortney Kardasian. Kortney has narrowness at her forehead and a strong jaw line that pops out at the bottom of her ears; this is part of the characteristics of a Diamond Shape Face. You Diamonds then move into a nice strong tips chin, so how do I style my hair you ask? Hey Kortney Kardashin and our Guest Relations Staff Member Cynthia look like twins! Next time you're in check it out. Sorry totally off the track. 
Panache and Co Salon, Top salon San Diego
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How do you style your hair if you have a diamond facial shape; Layers are a great starting point, any shape that has a bit of width from the corner of your eyes would be a great choice. Some width at the start of your chin is another volume area; do you see where I’m going with this? Great products for this type of style are TIGI Mousse range, Strong mousse for fine to normal hair types and Extra Strong for wavy to curly hair. For a little extra shine try on of Panache & Co Salons Color Directors, Sabrina Mangiavillano,s favorite products TIGI After Party, high shine with a little separation that won’t weigh your hair down.


For you that like a shorter hair style, take a look at Shailene Woodley on the April issue of Marie Claire. This is a fantastic, feminine example of short hair done right on a diamond shape face. This short hair shape can be flattering for any age.

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Your styling products for a shape like Shailene Woodley, should have some hold capabilities to them, for example TIGI Session Series Wet Look Gel. This product was a go to gel throughout  the  shows at New York Fashion week this season
TIGI Products in San Diego
Make sure to add TIGI Up Front pomade for the playful texture that make this style a winner for the spring.

Until Next Time
Happy Hunting

SW

3.19.2014

Fighting Humidity with S Factor Smoothing Shampoo



We hear all the time about the nourishing power of Pro Vitamin B5, jojoba and avocado, not just for our body, but for the hair. With a multitude of products carrying these ingredients how do you choose the one that’s right for you?

Beauty by SW blog, Panache and co Salon, Pink

For our house we use S Factor Smoothing Products because I know that TIGI has taken great care in choosing the high quality ingredient that have created a power performance product that does what it says.
The control of frizzes was evident from the 1st use. The family loves the “Strawberries and Cream” scent, Little W said “it smells like sweetheart candy”. The rich creamy texture and the soft pink color only add to lush experience we got when we used TIGI S Factor Smoothing Line. 

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We picked up the Body Boost Volume Spray and will be giving that a go soon. So for those of you that love great shine, frizz control and a product that truly rehydrates your hair, S Factor is your game. If you flat iron or curl your hair try adding the Flat Iron Shine Spray and for the curls add in a pea size of the Dream Drops.

TIP: Add The Dream Drops to lightly towel dried hair before you swim, this trick has cut down on the chlorine absorption in our hair.

 Here is a review from an S Factor Fan.




Hope you give this wonderful product a try and remember Panache guaranties all products are the original formulas from the manufactures. Now through March 30th it’s our Spring Forward Sale- Buy 2 TIGI Products and get 1 FREE!

*Free item must be of equal or lesser value to the lowest-priced item purchased. Excludes promotional pack and value kits. Brands cannot be combined.

Happy Hunting
SW

















2.05.2014

Mineral Makeup For NYFW And You



Mineral Foundations are all the rage again. Every company from Maybelline to Chanel have some variety of mineral product. Why: titanium dioxide and zinc are earths mineral equivalent to sunscreen and minerals add a nice glow to the skin. We all look brighter, happier with a glow to us-right? Just look at Julia Roberts skin, she's a natural goddess who embraces the earth and its goodness, she uses mineral base products. 


If you haven't had the chance to tryout some of the products on the market you should. I see these mineral makeup products as a great pick me up for Spring 2014 and beyond. Stop by Panache & Co Salon  and have one of our Artist test the perfect shade of TIGI Mineral Tint Moisturizer on your skin

Happy Hunting
                                            SW



1.13.2014

Romantic Notions: Wedding Inspirations and Makeup

With the San Diego Bridal Bazaar coming up on Jan, 26th @ the Convention Center and Valentines day around the corner I thought we would do a Monday Wedding Inspiration Mood board.
Beauty by SW, Edit, Wedding Dress, Tulle
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Now I'm already married but I'm still a mushy romantic and love a great celebration. I love to create fantasy wedding boards because it encourages me to remember all the good things about relationships, not just with my husband but relationships with friends and family too.
One of my favorite Panache Stylist is Sabrina Mangiavillano, she’s a very talented stylist with a gift for makeup application. She uses the Dinar Airbrush system for makeup applications that are flawless. I think for any event this is the way to go. It’s a longer wear makeup technique, which means you shouldn't look tragic by the end of your event.
 
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I've sat and watched Sabrina as she wields the airbrush gun and am thoroughly amazed at this process. You really need to understand the principles of color and how shading affects the overall look. I guess that’s why she is one of Panache Master Colorists, she get’s it.
 
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I know I will be attending the San Diego Bridal Bazaar Sunday January 26th and I'm hoping to talk some of the Panache & Co Stylist into coming with me. Inspiration is found in all things don’t you agree.
Soft Hair, Chanel Pearl, Vogue 2012 UK
I Love This Hair Style!


Panache & Co Salon, Love Note Inspiration
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P.S. Here is a great article on how to master the Bridal Bazaar show for greater success. 

Happy Hunting
SW

1.08.2014

How to Make My Keratin Treatment Last


How Can I make my keratin treatment last?

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Be sure to use a shampoo with no sulfates. Sulfates are a lathering agent that swells the surface of the hair to lift the dirt and oil away from the scalp and hair.
We have a few options here:
  • Keratin Color Care Shampoo: this is a great product that extends the vibrancy of your color. It has a bit of Keratin mixed with soy and wheat proteins that give your hair the protection it needs.
panache salon, san diego, dry scalp treatments

I would alternate this with
  • Mastey Traite sulfate-free moisturizing shampoo. Why you ask- in order for your hair to be its healthiest, a balance of moisture and proteins must be present.
Mastey Traite is so gentle you can use all over your body and it will leave you feeling soft and it combats dry scalp. Wow!
KEY to this softness is a blend of Vitamin A, B5, C, lipids, rice proteins and minerals and
Note: this product contains no polyethoxylated detergents, sulfosuccinate, sarcosinated, glucolsides or polstyrenes, for all you nature lovers.

Be sure to use the conditioners for each of these lines and you should see your Keratin Complex Treatment last and look health.

Bonus Product: Infusion by Keratin Complex
  • This beauty repairs and revitalizes you hair during blow drying or ironing.
  • Please ask you stylist if this is right for your hair type.


Keratin Treatment, blow dry protection

Happy Hunting

SW

1.06.2014

I Know You Want It- Smooth, Soft and Shiny Hair

I know you want it -smooth, soft and shiny!
 
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Catwalk Oatmeal & Honey Hair care,
It’s the product of choice for those of you that have tragically dried out, frizz prone hair. The ingredients sound like a comfy winter meal and the smell is sweet, warm sugar cookies; at least that’s what comes to my mind. With Oat kernel extract, Wheat protein Sunflower seed oil and Honey as just a few of the key ingredients it’s no wonder this product is so creamy thick. Other ingredients are synthetic derivatives of green tea (to prevent bacteria) and lactic acid (milk) for scalp conditioning.   
 
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Most of us turn up the heat in the shower which robs our lock of the essential moisture needed to keep it shiny and frizz free. I know I’m not ready to temp down in the shower; maybe some of you are willing to go polar bear club style in order to bring out your glossy hair, if not -TIGI Catwalk Oatmeal & Honey Trio is your answer to winter hair 

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Happy Hunting

SW

11.20.2013

Now Appearing @Sak's Fifth Ave. Dolce & Gabbana's Emerald Classic Lipstick

Dolce and Gabbana released this beautiful emerald green into their Classic Cream Lipsticks collection. Now this is not a color that just any ordinary human can wear, this emerald is for only the bravest of the fashion mavens in the world of rouge style. I could definitely see Vivienne Westwood or Pam Hogg wearing this jeweled tone beauty, hell I’m going to try it (in a subtler application of course).

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Dolce & Gabbana use of opulence in their collections is a given, so should we be surprised or even shocked? I say no. I love that they’ve taken an old punk color and given it a renewed life. Pushing the boundaries of our imaginations and comfort levels are the only way we remain young at heart. This maybe the breakout you need from your style rut, so try on the most rich fabrics you can find in your closet and lay on the Dolce & Gabbana Emerald green Lipstick.

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For those not ready to breakout, try emerald eye shadows. I thought this photo by Foam Magazine was a classic take on this lovely jeweled tone hue. TIGI has soft sea foam Long Wear Eye Shadow. It dries quickly and leaves no creases and it blends well. TIGI has a High Density shadow in green if you feel like a deeper, smoky eye look

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11.14.2013

Brighter Blonde For A Dark Winter

Brighten your blonde for winter.
With the change into winter – well for some of us it’s freakishly hot now- but most blondes tend to go darker in winter, Strange but true. The fact is with it being darker outside wouldn’t you want to bring a little light into your life?

Why not ask the stylist in your life to amplify your hair by strategically dusting some brighter bits or adding a few perfectly positioned bright tones to add the dimension that will make your winter wardrobe pop! 

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I absolutely love this women’s hair from the blog The Fashion Guitar and of course Reese Witherspoon’s cover of Elle magazine¸ Loveliness. Check out the blog The Fashion Guitar, she’s just had a baby and looks drop dead gorgeous.

Via Elle Magazine 


Happy Beauty Hunting
SW

11.13.2013

Men's Dept: Gift Ideas for Hanukkah or Christmas

So yesterday was Mr. W’s birthday and while searching for the perfect gift I came across some great items you might want to add to your Hanukkah list or Christmas list.

Hanukkah gifts for Men

Beauty by SW Product Gift

5. Hair 




If you want a peek at Mr.W’s birthday event check out Beautyby SW on Sunday November 16th.  I hope you’ve enjoyed the Gift Idea’s and you’re on your way to a great holiday season.
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SW

11.04.2013

@ The Office with Karen Angel

The saying "It takes a village" is not far from the truth when it came to TIGI World Release 2013. To trust your fellow teammates as Karen Angel and the TIGI Creative Team does, is based in the knowing that the best of the best have come together from all over the world to make the production flawless.The backstage team work was inspirational for me. This Collage of photo is just a small glimpse of what a start to finish looks like. Each shape takes in excess of 3 plus hours to construct (and I thought I had patience when it took me 45mins to do my hair for our costume party).

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The screen should give you and indicator as to how large this production was. Mind Blowing!

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Photo Shaun Killy W.



Well on any giving Sunday this is what Karen Angel, Founder of Panache & Co can be found doing. Be sure to follow on FaceBook or Subscribe here on Panache Beauty Co. so you can journey with us through the amazing world of Panache & Co of San Diego.

 SW

9.18.2013

How to Hair at Alon Livne MBFW Spring 2014 and Paris Hilton

Nick Irwin, Tigi Global Director, gave this show the perfect blend of urban by using a masterful sectioning pattern of braids. The C curves gave the look a chic soft look you could easily where with a party dress or with the heat of the city will be a definite go to look to combat  frizz. It's the new version of Bo Derek in 10
 
Paris Hilton front row
Mr. Nick Irwin’s vision seems a bit more user friendly.

The How to

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  • Using Fast Fixx Style Prep (this has been a long time favorite and core product
    for
    TIGI®). Great product for eliminating frizzes -pre styling.
  • 5 sections were taken, the 1st was 4 fingers wide on the top and sectioned to the back (note all sections use the curve of the head. This is key to the softness of the look).
  • Key to the structural look is the next sections on either side of your head. Use the corner of the top outside plait and section in a C curve to the corner of the back braid. On each braid clear elastic was used.
  • To give the hair a high gloss TIGI® Weightless Shine Spray from the Catwalk® by TIGI was used. This is a wonderful product, it adds a thermal protection and tames the frizz. 
  • One eliminate used to accent the sectioning on the braids was TIGI Cosmetics duo in Feisty, the white shimmer side was applied with great care by the TIGI Creative Team.

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  • The final finish was done by @MrNickIrwin on all the models; you won't have his hands to finish your look, but here is how he did the bun. Gentle twist all the braids together into bun and secure with a large bobby pin.
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Enjoy and Happy Beauty Hunting
SW

9.16.2013

How to: Ruffian Spring 2014 Runway to Reality NYFW

Tigi Global Creative Director, “Nick Irwin” definitely captured the true essence of the Ruffian Women in his interpretation of Lady Caroline Blackwood’s hairstyle for Ruffian Spring 2014 collection @ NYFW. Lady Blackwood was a free spirit and for a brief time one of Lucien Freud’s wives.

via Goggle Lady Blackwood


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How to: Ruffian Spring 2014 Runway to Reality

  • Light mousse by TIGI Curlesque should be applied to the top of the head for a soft hold, then blown dry flat
via Harpers Bazaar

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  • Using TIGI Curl stick set your curls low around the head with the fat end of the curl stick. Use TIGI Catwalk Look-Lock Hairspray.
  • For the front of your hair drop your section down and roll forward. Pin with large set clips for no creases

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  • Brush through then use your fingers complete this beautiful undone/fallen look.

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via @BritishVouge 

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For more Ruffian Fashion Spring 2014 NYFW See www.beautybysw.blogspot.com