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Big Is Back! Volumizers We Love, Part II

BellaSugar — Fri, 30 Mar 2007 16:21:22 PDT

Remember yesterday I told you that I had three favorite volumizers? Well, after poking around a little bit more in the store, I realized there were still a few more to introduce you to. Big hair is really in for Spring and these trusty products help give your limp locks some life. Spray them directly at the roots of your hair followed by styling with a round brush (to create lift) and heat. Enjoy!

Jonathan Product® Create Root Volume™ Brushable Lifting Spray, $28, is what every Brigitte Bardot wanna be must buy! This volumizer will give you seriously sexy hair without a gross sticky feeling.

Since it is made from lemongrass water and plant botanicals, it smells light and citrusy, and it is also great for your hair. The formula includes: sweet almond protein, Pathenol Vitamin Complex and UV filters to protect your hair against sun damage and fading.

For two more volumizers,

read more Phytovolume Actif Maximizing Volume Spray for Fine Limp Hair, $24, is a keratin infused concentrated spritzer that contains that extra boost of protein to give your lackluster and limp hair a boost. Spray generously at the roots of your hair and style with heat as usual.
Alterna® - LIFE Volumizing Spray Gel for Fine and Thin Hair, $19, is a lightweight spray gel that helps control, hold and give your hair definition with move ability. It smells really good too since it's made from floral extracts. It's also formulated with silk amino acids (proteins) to strengthen hair and increase shine.

Big Is Back! Volumizers We Love

BellaSugar — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 14:50:22 PDT

We've seen it all over the runways and in magazines a million times already; this Spring big is back when it comes to hair! Here are three of my favorite volumizers to give your locks some oomph! To use, simply section your hair and spray the volumizer close to the root in short spritzes. Here's a helpful hint: follow with heat styling. As you blow dry - lift the roots with a round brush and apply direct heat.

Kiehl's Super Thick Volumizer, $18.50, is a medium hold volumizer that provides lift and support to the roots of your hair where it needs the most help. Hair is the heaviest at the root and this product is specially formulated to provide long-lasting shape, texture and flexibility.

What's special about this product is the root lifting nozzle which allows for fool proof precise application. It is made from soy beans, sunflower and sesame to help condition and thicken hair.

For two more volumizers,

read more Bumble and Bumble Thickening Spray, $27, is an oldie but goodie. A little of this stuff goes a long way! What I like about it is it smells good and doesn't leave your hair sticky feeling. This product builds serious body while providing just the right medium hold. It also helps tame fly-aways and defines curls.
Suave Professionals Volumizing Root Lifter Spray Gel, $3.49, has the strongest hold of the bunch. This amazing volumizer, adds shine, thickness and lift without breaking the bank. Since this is so powerful, it is recommended to hold the bottle ten - twelve inches away from the roots of your hair for the best results. Enjoy!

It's Easy to Make Your Own Carolina Herrera-Inspired Headband

Jaime Richards — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 15:10:00 PST

Carolina Herrera is known for her classic yet dramatic pieces, so it just makes sense that her Fall 2012 hairstyles would reflect that aesthetic. Working with Orlando Pita (at Orlo Salon for Moroccanoil), Herrera's models walked the runway with coiffures he described as "really graphic, but not too romantic."

And while it's probably not practical to wear the big-time bouffants seen in the show, there's an easy way to get the gist of the style at home. Learn how to pump up the volume and to make your own Herrera-style headbands now.

Source: Getty

Announcing the 2012 Grammy Award Winners

Shannon Vestal — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 15:20:23 PST

The mood of the Grammy Awards was a bit somber this year in the wake of Whitney Houston's shocking death, but the show went on, and the statues were all handed out to the winners. Adele owned the night, picking up multiple awards, including those for record of the year, album of the year, and song of the year.

Plenty of other folks received Grammys too, including Kanye West, The Foo Fighters, and Taylor Swift, so to see the full list of winners, just keep reading.

Get the Sweater-fied Hair Effect From Richard Chai Love

Jaime Richards — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:22:10 PST

You know that amazing moment when you pull off a sweater and your hair looks perfectly disheveled immediately thereafter? That's just the effect hairstylist Kevin Ryan (for Aveda) wanted to capture when creating the lifted, slightly mussed coiffures at Richard Chai Love.

To create the play on texture, particularly at the crown, Ryan began by spritzing the brand's Volumizing Tonic on models' hair. After blow-drying, he applied Brilliant Humectant to slick back the sides and added Control Granules for extra texture. Then, right before they hit the runway, Ryan switched around models' hair parts to create what he calls a "jump up on the front." The result was pretty hair with a little "strange volume" - sans the static cling, of course. See shots of the lived-in hair up close and learn more about the androgynous makeup and nail looks now.

Foods That Can Make You Look Pregnant

Shape — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 04:29:06 PST

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar.

Over the weekend, I saw a photo of a female celebrity (who is in a relationship with a male celeb) leaving a café with the caption, "Baby bump?" and I had to refrain myself from shouting out loud, "Come on, can't a girl eat without the world thinking she's having a baby?!"

The truth is having a perfectly flat stomach all the time just isn't normal. After you eat or drink, food and liquids naturally expand your stomach and intestines, so at least a little "bump" is inevitable every single day. So if you regularly get stalked by paparazzi or you have family members who are anxiously awaiting news of a new addition, here's the lowdown on when you might get mistaken for being pregnant:

See which foods may make you look pregnant after the break!

10 Food Documentaries Worth a View

Lizzie Fuhr — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:14:37 PST

As a self-proclaimed documentary junkie, I'm fascinated by the sheer volume of foodie documentaries out there for your viewing pleasure. Most recently, I've found myself intrigued by the history of local farming movements and the intense pressure chefs deal with every day. I've rounded up some of my favorite foodie documentaries I've seen to date. Grab some gourmand popcorn and get watching!

2 Surefire Ways to Pick Your Perfect Red Lipstick

Jaime Richards — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:00:00 PST

Valentine's Day is well-nigh, and that means you might have red lipstick on the mind. But does that mind of yours get blown by the sheer volume of crimson-hued shades, intensities, and tones available in stores? And then there's the uncertainty in deciding whether or not a warm or cool color is most flattering. It can all be very unnerving. When it comes down to it, however, "I think it's about preference," explains Mark celebrity makeup artist Mai Quynh, who offers up her top tips for doing red right below.

The undertones: "Most people can do both warm and cool," Quynh says, adding, "I recommend trying on both tones to see which complements your skin better."
The texture: Textures also play a huge part. "Wearing a bright sheer color will be less vibrant than an opaque lipstick," Quynh advises. Of course if you're still stumped, just get them on. "Trying reds on your lips is a great way of figuring out what looks good. It takes the guessing part away."

iWant: Hatch & Co Skinny iPad 2 Case

Kristy Korcz — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:42:54 PST

It's not often that I crave a keyboard for my iPad 2, but this hot white leather Hatch & Co Skinny iPad 2 Case ($75) is hard to resist.

This ultrathin case comes with a Bluetooth touch keyboard (no buttons, just slim raised edges), smart keys to control volume and language, and a smart cover so your iPad goes to sleep when you're done working as to save the battery. The case's battery lasts up to two weeks on its own (six weeks on standby), so you won't have to worry about constantly finding an outlet.

It's a hot little number, and one that I could definitely see myself toting on work trips. Get a better look for yourself in the gallery!

Chick-a-Dee: A Smoke Detector For Design Fans

Elka Karl — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:47:17 PST

During the New York International Gift Fair this past weekend, bloggers nominated their favorite products, with Evan Orensten from CoolHunting naming the Chick-a-Dee his personal favorite. Designed by artist Louise van der Veld, the Chick-a-Dee smoke detector was developed through a Dutch design contest that aimed to raise raise public awareness of fire hazards in and around the home. Fifty designs were submitted, and the Chick-a-Dee smoke detector emerged as the winner thanks to its innovative, unique design and social relevance.

For design lovers, the Chick-a-Dee provides a smoke detector that's a joy to look at in your home - not a liability. And who can argue with a chirping, rather than beeping and screeching, smoke alarm? At the first sign of smoke, the Chick-a-Dee makes the chick-a-dee-dee call of the bird it's named after, with the call's volume increasing and turning into a loud dee-dee-dee sound if smoke thickens.The Chick-a-Dee comes with a battery with a one-and-a-half-year battery life and a three-year warranty.

You can buy one online for around $79 US, or wait until the product hits the virtual and real US shelves this month.