Get Natalie Portman's Post-Oscars Updo


Updated 03/10/10 2:53 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 2 comments

Natalie Portman Oscars 2010 Hair Tutorial 2010-03-08 13:00:40

More than a few celebrities skipped the awards show last night and went straight to the party. Among them was the always-lovely Natalie Portman. Before she stepped out for the evening, Nexxus Creative Director Kevin Mancuso gave her this pretty updo with a sweet, face-framing curl. To find out how to get the look, keep reading. Read more

Why You Probably Don't Need to Wash Your Hair So Often


Updated 04/21/11 12:09 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 42 comments

Why You Probably Don't Need to Wash Your Hair So Often

Though shampoo companies would probably love you to wash your hair every day, the truth is, you probably don't have to. Of course, there are exceptions: people whose jobs or exercise schedules get them dirty on a daily basis, for instance. But for other people, you can probably skip the shampoo for a day... or longer. Doing so may actually be healthier, as your scalp's natural oils won't be Read more

How to Keep Your Haircut Looking Fresh Between Salon Visits


Updated 02/26/09 9:18 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 6 comments

How to Keep Your Haircut Looking Fresh Between Salon Visits

It's unofficially Kevin Mancuso week here on BellaSugar. We love the Creative Director of Nexxus because he's generous in sharing his tips. (Don't miss his advice on trimming your own bangs and maintaining your hair color on a budget.) Today, we tackle the quality-vs-quantity issue with regard to hair: Is it better to get regular inexpensive cuts or to invest in a high-quality cut that Read more

Tips For Trimming Your Own Bangs


Updated 02/26/09 5:47 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 12 comments

How To Trim Bangs

Kevin Mancuso is on a roll. Not only was the Nexxus Creative Director nice enough to share recession-proof hair color tips, he recently styled Natalie Portman's hair for the Oscars. Next up: his advice on trimming your fringe. If women want to cut costs by trimming their own bangs, are there any good tips to ensure a good cut? Women tend to only need one or two bang trims in between their Read more

Recession-Proof Hair Color Tips From Stylist Kevin Mancuso


Updated 02/12/09 2:54 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 8 comments

Recession-Proof Hair Color Tips From Stylist Kevin Mancuso

Everybody is looking to save money these days, especially when it comes to pricey treatments such as hair color. But Nexxus Creative Director Kevin Mancuso, whose hairstyling mastery has appeared in magazines such as BlackBook, Marie Claire, Glamour, and Bazaar, has a few ideas for extending the life of your cut and color. I'll share a few of his tips over the next week — so read on to find Read more