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Product Review: James Brown London Hairspray

BellaSugar — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 07:00:30 -0700

I was so excited to finally receive samples of the new James Brown London products earlier this week. James is one of Kate Moss's best friends, and he's been doing her hair for years. We've been hearing so much beauty buzz about this modernly packaged hair care collection that the suspense was killing me. That's an exaggeration, but I really couldn't wait to check it out already!

I've tried the Dry Hair Shampoo, Fine Hair Conditioner, Hairspray and Serum and so far the hairspray takes the award for star product! The hold is very gentle and it doesn't leave your hair feeling sticky or stiff -perfect for keeping post-curling iron loose waves or slightly messy updos intact. But best of all is the smell.

Most hairsprays have a strong chemical scent that makes you hold your breath for fear of toxic inhalation, but this one is better. It has a faint chemical smell, but it's mostly overridden by the pleasant bluebell smell.

Apparently bluebells are Kate's favorite flower, so they have been infused into all of the products. For whatever reason, the scent stands out the most in the hairspray.

For a useful tip from James Brown himself, read more

James recommends misting a little bit of hairspray onto your palms, then rubbing your hands through your hair for a natural hold. I always give my hair a light brushing after I apply hairspray because I have a strong aversion to hair that doesn't move, but if you are looking for a stronger hold, then don't brush it out once it dries. I would love to hear your thoughts about this product, so whenever you try it out, please leave a comment!

James Brown's Got Soul, Kate Moss in His Ad

BellaSugar — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 07:00:12 -0700

You may already know that Kate Moss is working on a new haircare line with her longtime friend and hair stylist James Brown. He's been taking care of her her hair since she was 15, and from reading about his philosophy, I can see why Kate likes him so much. "Women torture themselves about their hair, and what fashion dictates they should be doing," he told the Telegraph. "They'd be better off embracing what they have." Right on. To see a video of James and Kate working on the ad campaign (to the sounds of one of my favorite songs ev-arrr), read more

Beauty Byte: Kate Moss Co-Creates Hair Care Line

BellaSugar — Wed, 12 Sep 2007 09:59:01 -0700

WWD reports that Kate Moss is planning to launch a line of hair care products with her long-time childhood friend and famous coiffeur-but not the late, great godfather of soul-James Brown. Brown's client list is almost as impressive as Kate's resume. He's worked on the heads of top celebs such as Sarah Jessica Parker, Gwyneth Paltrow, Gisele Bundchen and both Beckhams.

The collection will be called James Brown London, and it will comprise sixteen different products ranging from shampoos to conditioners to serums. All products are priced at £5.99 ($12.16 at the current exchange rate), except for the Intensive Mask tubes which will cost £7.99 ($16.22). The line is expected in UK stores next month.

Kate Moss directed and posed in the black-and-white ads for the line. The idea was to have simple pictures because the philosophy for the brand is simple. The prices aren't insane, the packaging is very plain and concept is really user-friendly. For example, the products are numbered according to hair type so that users will know what goes with what.

I really it like when models and celebs launch beauty products. After all, they are the ones who suffer the strains from over-processing and over-styling, so why not try something that they feel really helps them?

Does it seem naive to assume that celebrities actually use something they endorse? I don't know, but I just have a good feeling about this-maybe it's because Kate herself has financial stake in the company. Combined with her new fragrance launch, it looks like Kate the Great is becoming a real beauty queen.

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