Whether it’s your first time getting one or you’re a long-time highlights advocate, having a professional balayage done can turn your plain old hairstyle into an inspired and summer-ready new look. But many people in Calgary who head to the salon and see the dyes and tools involved may wonder whether getting a balayage does any long-term damage to hair. Read on to find out if you have anything to worry about!
Curly haired gals can feel those impacts ten fold and that is why we love Curvaceous. Redken’s Curvaceous line of styling products are our number one recommended products for those with curly hair. There are multiple formulations to suit your level of curl, including high to low foam shampoos offering various level of moisture, that gently clean your hair without drying out your curls
The Curvaceous styling lines offers products that pamper your curls and offer an added kick of moisture to combat any frizz that may try to sneak in. Formulated with Redken’s exclusive Curl Memory Complex, these curl enhancing products are made to perfect and refine your curls in as little as one step. While touch up sprays from the line allow you to effortlessly revitalize your look throughout the day for curls that are soft, silky and manageable.
FullSwirl: This 2-in-1 curly and wavy hair cream serum formula fights frizz, seals in moisture and locks out humidity. This anti-frizz hair cream provides control for all curl types and enhances the full-body of each curl.
Controls frizz and locks in moisture for high shine twisted locks
Great for full-bodied curls that need to be elongated
97% reduction in frizz with the use of Curvaceous Shampoo, Conditioner, and Full Swirl vs. a non conditioning shampoo
Wind Up: An anti-frizz leave-in spray for curly and wavy hair that refreshes dry and damp curls and also tames frizz throughout the day. This frizzy hair treatment leave-in spray is formulated to recharge the elasticity of curls, preventing any unwanted frizz in hair.
Boosts shape and shine of curls
Reapply throughout the day to recharge curl definition or tame frizz
Provides control without the crunch
Ringlet: This anti-frizz lotion reigns in curls with control, soft hold and a shiny, touchable finish. By providing additional definition, this frizzy hair treatment lotion helps achieve the desired shape for a great hair style.
Provides frizz-free weightless control for curls
Great base for product layering that prepares curls to take any desired shape
Creates long-lasting curls with amazing bounce and shine
How to get the look:
brush and prep hair with heat protectant spray
and in a deep side part for added drama
Section hair
Curl hair with 1 1/4in curling iron, alternating away from and towards face
Let curls completely cool before brushing out with fingers
Finish with a medium hold setting spray
How to get the look:
Spritz roots with texturizing spray and scrunch to add volume
Loosely pull hair back into a low ponytail at the base of the neck
Divide ponytail into two section, wrapping one section counter clockwise and securing with a Bobbi pin at the base of the ponytail, then, wrapping the other section counter clockwise and securing at the base of the ponytail with a bobbi pin.
Gently pull and loosen strands of hair to create a “messy” look. Continue to gently loosen small pieces of hair until the desired look is achieved
Finish with a firm hold setting spray
Here’s how to get the look:
spray roots with dry shampoo to create texture
Backcomb lightly to add volume to the crown
Wrap sections of hair around a 1 1/4 in curling iron barrel to create loose waves
Pull hair back into a low ponytail just above the base of the neck and secure
Backcomb ponytail for added volume
Wrap a small section of hair around the base of the ponytail
Finish look with a firm hold spray
Here’s how to get the look:
spray roots with texturizing spray and massage to activate
Create a side part for added drama
Section hair
Working in 1in sections, begin to curl sections away from face using a 1 in curling iron
Allow curls to cool completely
Brush out and apply a light weight styling wax to enhance waves and to add dimension
Finish with a light hold setting spray
The holiday season can be a magical time, but can also come with special challenges that sometimes catch you off guard if you aren’t prepared! Lots of parties, out of town visits, a chaotic schedule and family dynamics can bring their own brand of stress and we’re here to help share some of the tips we’ve learned over the years to help manage the chaos and keep the festivities fun and enjoyable!
Get Physical: Holiday stress and build and leave you feeling like there simply isn’t enough time in the day. And when stress hits it can really take a toll on your overall mental and physical health. To help manage those stressful days make sure you are building in time to workout that energy through physical activity. Carve out time to exercise your body and let those stressors fade into the background! Whether you can spare 60 minutes or 10 minutes, just break away and reset your mind and body - you’ll be so thankful you did!
Make Room for Gratitude: Everywhere you look someone is trying to sell you something bigger and better than the next. Allow yourself to step back from those consumerism driven narratives and take into account what you have, and what you(your kids or family) really need. Kick your days off with a gratitude list; each morning think of 3 things you are thankful for. Nothing gets your mind right like an extra dose of gratitude!
Protect Your Sleep: Visiting and parties might be the bright spot of the season, but they can deplete your reserves and leave you feeling a less than stellar. Make sure you are protecting your rest times. Sleep is so important to keep your mental game strong and healthy. During this busy time of year make sure you aren’t committing yourself to too many late nights and early mornings. It’s all about balance!
Be Present: Remember when being social actually happened in the real world, with actual conversations and people? We live in a tech forward age and it’s tough to escape, but there is a tranquil beauty in putting your phone down and being in the moment for a bit. Allow yourself to set boundaries about how much you will look/interact with your phone. Give yourself a phone free night and enjoy a movie with your family or friends like we did in the 90’s, with popcorn and only one screen!
Watch Your Intake: This one is a toughie! The holidays are filled with platters of treats and cocktails and can easily lead to over indulgence which can leave you feeling out of control. Enjoy those seasonal treats and drinks, just be sure to be balanced, adding in regular doses of H20 to keep you hydrated and feeling great!
