See a Clampless Curling Iron in Action


Updated 08/12/10 2:26 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 9 comments

Sultra Bombshell Curling Iron Review

Can a clampless curling iron work as well as — or better than — a traditional one? We're taking a look at the new Sultra Bombshell to find out. Watch now to see why we "love the glove" and have since become curling converts! Read more

We Found Cute, Affordable, Tiny Hair Tools


Updated 02/24/10 10:25 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 3 comments

Review of Conair Mini Curling Iron and Flat Iron

When it comes to beauty products, mini anything always seems to be a crowd-pleaser. And while not every single person can benefit from Conair's MiniPro 1" Ceramic Curling Iron ($18) and MiniPro You Style 2-in-1 Ceramic Styler ($21), these diminutive styling tools can come in handy. Plus, they're just plain cute. Find out the pros and cons of these no-frills products when you read more. Read more

Do You Know Your Curling Iron History?


Updated 07/05/10 4:52 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 3 comments

The History of the Curling Iron 2009-12-29 06:00:28

It's fascinating to discover how a common, everyday item like the curling iron came to be. From the ancient Romans to the Greeks, people have been curling their locks for centuries. Take, for instance, these bronze hair curling tongs used by the early Egyptians. Scary, no? While it's debatable as to who actually invented the modern curling iron, let's see what you know about the curling iron's Read more

Get the Perfect Loose Curl With These Easy Tips


Updated 08/24/09 9:31 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 9 comments

Five Tips For Better Curls

For those of us with seriously straight hair, trying to get loose, soft curls like the ones Kat Dennings had on the red carpet for the movie Shorts can be maddening — your hair is too curly right out of the curling iron, so then you have to brush it out a little or put in some hair creme, then your curls won't stay in without a ton of hairspray, but that just makes them crunchy and heavy, so Read more

Never Forget to Turn Off Your Curling or Flat Iron Again


Updated 04/08/09 9:26 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 29 comments

How To Remember To Turn Off the Curling Iron

Recently, I read an article about a woman who caused an inferno because she left her hot flat iron on the bed. Zoinks! How many times have you left the house, only to go into panic mode about that possibly still-plugged-on curling or flat iron sizzling away in the bathroom? It used to happen to me frequently. But no more! Due to my worrywart nature, a relative shared a tip that I've used Read more

Your Dermatologist Likes Your Hair Wavy


Updated 09/21/08 5:10 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 54 comments

Your Dermatologist Likes Your Hair Wavy

According to the American Academy of Dermatologists, you should never set your flat iron to its highest heat. At their Summer Academy Meeting at the end of last month, dermatologist Paradi Mirmirani presented information on the potentially long-term damage caused by even the newest ceramic heat tools. Once you hear what actually happens to your strands when they come in contact with extreme Read more

5 Steps to Your Best Blowout Ever


Updated 05/24/12 6:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Do a Blowout at Home

We're happy to present this story from our friends at Allure: It's not every day you get a lesson in blowouts from Alli Webb, founder of the Drybar blowout bars. Rule number one: If you've gotten your blowouts down to 10 minutes, you're doing something wrong. (Sorry!) Webb gave me the rundown on the other most common styling mistakes — and how to get the ultimate results. Get her advice when Read more

Brad Pitt Is the New Face of Chanel No. 5


Updated 05/09/12 10:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Beauty News For May 9, 2012

Brad Pitt gets a gig with Chanel No. 5 — HuffPost Style Beauty battle: laser vs. wax hair removal — Styleite Want baby-soft skin? Steal these toddlers-only products — Stylelist Preview the elaborate designs on the new OPI nail appliqués — Racked Make your flat iron do double duty with this curl tutorial — Refinery 29 Get the scoop on Miss USA's beauty must haves — Real Beauty The Read more

Try a Side Braid to Disguise a Less-Than-Perfect Hair Day


Updated 05/04/12 9:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Beauty News For May 4, 2012

Three cute styles to disguise hair issues — Stylelist Vogue vows to embrace models with a healthier body image — Styleite Jennifer Lopez is rocking two new tattoos (temporarily) — HuffPost Style Three steps to finding the perfect foundation hue for you — The Fashion Spot This new Goody curling iron creates waves the easy way — The Cut The Body Shop releases new ads featuring model Read more