Spikes and Studs. Trend for fall.

While I was in L.A. over the 4th of July I noticed that all the trendy clothing and shoe stores featured "spikes or studs" for the fall. I've also seen this trend in current magazines...Allure, InStyle, etc. I love the juxtaposition of sweet and tough. Below are perfect examples. I don't know if I could personally pull off the trend, but I'm certainly willing to try. LOVE the shoes!!!

Bumble & Bumble Challenge: School Assignment

Last Tuesday was our final presentation for our Bumble and Bumble Challenge. We had to choose a model and create three separate looks. My partner, Mindy, and I agreed to do an "Alice in Wonderland" theme. The idea was to build upon each look. We couldn't wash the model's face or hair in between each shot. Products used were solely Bumble and Bumble. Mindy prepped with Brilliantine and Styling Cream. The rest was developed with B&B Classic Hairspray. We both like Tim Burton movies and how he captures the beauty in strange and unique characters. So we began with Alice, sweet inquisitive Alice.

Alice's look was created using natural looking foundation, large pink "doll-like" cheeks and big fake lashes. We smoothed the hair and secured it with a classic bow.

The Queen of Hearts was created by applying water based clown white base to the entire face. Red eye shadow was applied to the entire eyelid and she had a perfect Cupid's bow red lip. I crimped her hair and secured it into two large rolls on each side of her head.

My favorite character to create was the Cheshire Cat. I got to touch base with my theatre roots and truly create. The Cheshire Cat is a mischievous animal and I wanted to create a character that was intriguing and frightening. I loved this project and using my creativity. All in all, this project was a success.

Cosmetology to Asthetics: Lesson learned

I have NO idea if anyone will actually read what I have to say, but I certainly enjoy writing...when I have the time. The past month has been a little crazy...school, zone 4, group projects and work. I've enjoyed every minute but it's hard to find the time to slow down and reflect on the journey. In the past month I've found that I REALLY LOVE HAIR. I was accepted into a "cross over program" at school that allows Cosmetology students to receive additional education through the esthetics's program. Even though I have enjoyed the process, one this is for certain. I prefer to do hair. I love that you can transform a client right away and see results. The sculpture of hair is what I like. This program will look great on my resume and I've learned the lesson that I prefer Cosmetology over Esthetics's for my future. I have two weeks left in the spa to perform facials, waxing and tinting. It will go fast and I'm ready to be back on the floor. All in all, lesson learned.

Pureology's new SUPREME HOLD hairspray.

 I recently purchased Pureology's new super hold hairspray.
The can clearly states "supreme control" and I was a little sceptical. Uh no, this hairspray means it when is says "supreme control". A small amount will hold for a very long time. I currently have short hair and this spray will hold through 110 Arizona heat and ten hour school days on the salon floor. Love this new product from Pureology.