I finally caught a glimpse of Ashley Tisdale after so many High School Musical events and I am very happy with the new hairstyle she has. I love the color change and the new cut as well because it looks more flattering on her that the lighter shade. Great job by her stylist with this face framing cut but even more praise goes to her colorist with the highlights and dark roots which matches this cut perfectly and just ready for the Fall season. A lot of girls out there need a change like this especially for pale to olive skin color. Gorgeous girl, just gorgeous.

Sorry for the late post but I just caught this one after going through my files. Ciara wore her hair like this to the 2008 MTV Music Awards and it was actually shocking to see her at a big event with her hair like this. It is one of those hair blunders that you see and think “What is she thinking?”. Her stylist really dropped the ball on this one because all I see is a simple mid-part and just a hair bundled at the sides. I mean you might as well just put a small furry dog on her head because you would get the same effect. She has such lovely facial features as well and the hair just distracts from that. Sorry Ciara but you lose points in my style book for such a horrible hairstyle.

Okay, I have finally read enough news articles on this and it is getting on my last nerves. There are so many reports of hair styling tools like blow dryers, hair straighteners, and curling irons causing fires in homes and all it takes is simple preventive measures to unplug the unit. Just do a search and you can find videos, images, and plenty of stories on homes damaged by fires started by hair dryers and other tools.Although, these tools have lots of protective measures, fires can still start from overheating and electrical issues. I know lots of women with this problem because they are in a mad rush to try to prepare and get to where they are going.

The easy solution is to just get up a little earlier so you’re not in a rush. Also, a good trick is to post a little sign using paper or a white board in the bathroom or styling area with a message to remember to unplug any hairstyling tools. This trick has worked for a few people I recommended and once they get in the routine they can take down the sign. It surprising that companies that make these tools don’t make ones that shut off after a small period of time or make a beeping sound or something similar to alert people. Well Just make sure to unplug all styling tools before rushing off to where ever you’re going.

All the buzz lately is Katie Holmes new short crop which does look fantastic on her but is not a very short crop. The length is long enough to create lots of playful looks by changing the texture yet short enough to really bring out her feminine facial features. I have to say she has transformed her hair into two great hits, first with the bob and now with this shorter cut. Wonder if Suri will get the same hairdo.

Okay, Okay it has been quite a while since my last post but I have great excuse. Cindy, our head gal gave me an assignment which was to watch Shear Genius, a show on Bravo Network, where hairstylists go head to head in these challenges. I actually watched the first season first and loved it and the second season is even better. The first season had some great challenges but I love how the show is even more challenging now, like the blindfold cut and musical chairs. I think this is such an underrated show because of the lack of advertisement so here is my free advertisement for a great show.

I love these stories about celebrities actually taking a role in the world and this one is a great one. Kate Hudson and her star stylist David Babii finally launched the David Babii for WildAid line of hair care products.

Kate did not just become the face behind the line but also took a part at being the guinea pig to the product line which includes natural ingredients like volcanic ash, cupucacu butter, blue algae, wild orchids, and kiwis.

Besides the natural ingredients, the hair care products are also free of sulfates, parabens, and petrochemicals which are bad for the environment. The products do not contain any ingredients derived from animals, are not tested on animals, and a percentage of the profits will be donated to WildAid. Even the packaging will be made from at least 10-percent recycled plastic. All sounds great to mean. Now let’s look at some of the products.

There are a few products now but hopefully the line will grow. The Hydrating Shampoo shown below is made of cupuacu butter, wild orchid, and blue algae which are all natural ingredients designed for moisturizing, shining, and strengthen the hair. The Hair Polish is made of extracts from ten natural ingredients and is designed to add shine and strengthen the hair. The Volcanic Ash Root Amplifier is made of natural ingredients including volcanic ash which is really interesting. I didn’t know volcanic ash had hair enhancing properties. All these products sound great and I definitely will purchase a shampoo and conditioner to try out.

I know this might be a little off topic but I had to talk about “You Don’t Mess With The Zohan”. I got a chance in my busy schedule to watch it and it was hilarious, some cheesy parts, but still very funny. Adam Sandler plays an Israeli commando who faked his own death to become a hairstylists in New York. The concept is a little crazy and when you see the antics at Rafaela’s salon it is funny. Seeing Sandler holding two hair dryers, doing crazy styling techniques, and flipping on the chairs is definitely funny. Definitely go check this one out.

Just one more day before the “Sex and the City: The Movie”, woo hoo, but the “Sex and the City: The Movie” New York City Premiere was full of beautiful women. Jennifer Hudson looked gorgeous with her face framing bob. I love the part, the length, and the angular cut similar to Victoria Beckham. This is why the bob is a very favorable cut.

I got a chance to view some pictures from the Country Music Awards and fell in love with Taylor Swift’s updo. She looks very gorgeous and her hairstylist did a great job. The off-center part and the hanging tendrils falling along the side of the face are perfect. It is good to see in an updo hairstyle instead of her curly locks just flowing down. She looks stunning in updos and should stick to them for further red carpet events.

Jenna Bush’s Wedding photos were released through the White House and she looks gorgeous. She wore her hair brushed back and to the sides and then pinned at the back for a beautiful downdo. She also added a small floral clip. This is a simple wedding hairstyle but is absolutely perfect because it brings out her beauty and the lovely Oscar de la Renta gown. Brides should all look this beautiful.