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Wasn't it just a few months ago that we were talking about Salon Selectives trying to return earlier this year? Well, don't call it a comeback — the resuscitated brand is being discontinued yet again. In the suffering economy, the brand's new corporate owners, Selective Beauty Brands, didn't get proper funding for advertising and distribution of the pink-bottled hair care line. That's too bad, Read more
As I mentioned a while back, Salon Selectives is back. The hair-care line has kept its customized classification system to determine the right product for your hair type, and it's reformulated the line to incorporate hair-nourishing botanicals such as lemongrass, witch hazel, and apple pectin. I recently tried the Healthy Clean Shampoo, Moisture Renewal Conditioner, and Smooth & Shine Serum. Read more
Some of you might remember a brand from the '80s called Salon Selectives. It was one of the first mass-market haircare lines to promise salon style and results at an affordable price. However, after a buyout and brand redesign in 2001, the line suffered and had to be pulled from shelves. But lucky for us, the line has been revived and is about to hit the shelves at a Rite Aid near you. This Read more
Ever wonder how to incorporate a scarf into your hairstyle? It's Sebastian Professional and Alice + Olivia to the rescue. Using elements from the clothing brand's Spring 2012 presentation, the companies have partnered to create a limited-edition gift set ($25). The mod-style scarf, designed with concentric circles in black, white, and baby blue, is also packaged with the hair care line's Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! With wedding season soon upon us, many a bride is looking for a way to create the most special day imaginable…without racking up the biggest debt imaginable. The dress is no exception. Wedding gowns can run into the thousands, which can eat into a good portion of any wedding budget. You want to look amazing, but you’d also Read more
Every woman knows that her hair color says a lot about her. Whether you’re a bright blonde, a bold brunette, or a vibrant redhead, now is the perfect time to refresh your colour with a salon-inspired shade from John Frieda® Precision Foam Colour. Not sure which shade is more you? Let the John Frieda ® Hair Care Experts guide you through the shade selection process. Watch the video here. Read more
Painting zigzag patterns on the nails would be a painstaking process, requiring several hours to get each colorful streak right. But you don't have to have your MFA in painting to get this Missoni-like nail art look. Nail Couture Los Angeles (NCLA) has a wide array of artsy stick-on nails, such as the flashy The Ray and the Ro ($16) design pictured above. They're easy to apply, long-lasting, and Read more
Editor's note: For the past few weeks, hairstylist Tabatha Coffey, of Shear Genius and Tabatha's Salon Takeover fame, has been sharing her professional expertise with us. For this week's post, Coffey gives her top tips for growing out your hair: Want to grow out your hair or bangs? Well, as the Guns N' Roses song says, you're going to "need just a little patience." Patience, or rather a lack of Read more
We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty: Whether you're snipping off scorched split ends, or want to start the season with a fresh, new 'do, pre-Fall haircuts are a great opportunity to strike the perfect balance between pretty and practical. So to ensure you get the most bang for your buck (and stay in style), we gathered these strand-saving tips to Read more
Salone Internazionale del Mobile — also known as Milan Design Week — is known for its delectable and overwhelming selection of interior design and home décor. Ginny Snook Scott, chief organization officer from California Closets, is helping us out as an on-the-scene reporter. On the first day of the fair, she saw two recurring trends, but on the second day of the event, she shared some Read more
