Frizziness happens due to lack of moisture in the hair shaft. Little hairs, looking for moisture in the atmosphere, tend to drift away from the long hairs. When it rains, the extra moisture in the air means extra frizz… little hairs are coming out to celebrate. The rain is good for them, but the frizz is annoying for the owner.
The key to controlling frizz is MOISTURE in the interior of the hair shaft. When hair has enough interior moisture it stops trying to pull water from the outside air. I recommend hair care products from 2 great companies — Davines, from Italy (www.davines.it), and Kevin Murphy, from Australia (www.kevinmurphy.com.au). Both product lines provide superior results, and both are eco-friendly, with natural ingredients and sustainable practices. You won’t find these in a supermarket, however… check online to find a local salon that carries the lines.
For fine straight hair types I recommend MOMO Fluid from Davines. This product is put in before you use a styling product… it shouldn’t be used alone. After this I recommend using Davines Defining Relaxing balm. This relaxes any wave or curl without weight or oily feel.
I also recommend Kevin Murphy Anti-Gravity… great anti-frizz protection without oily feel.
For fine curly hair I recommend Kevin Murphy Motion Lotion… great anti-frizz protection with a soft flexible hold.
For thick hair types I recommend Easy Rider from Kevin Murphy. This cream works well and rinses out easily. It smoothes down any thick hair and holds curls, but still offers soft flexibility for styling.
For Normal to thick curls I also love to mix Kevin Murphy’s Motion Lotion and Easy Rider… this produces soft, bouncy shape that will last all day.
Most importantly, you can touch your curls all day with any of these anti-frizz products. No build up, and the aromas come form plants rather than synthetics.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Catwalk Fashion Show 2010 Physical Elements Fall Collection
Last Thursday I was able to create the hair for the Catwalk 2010 Fall collection for Portland's couture clothing store Physical Element. Local clothing designers like WEMA, Kate Troyer, and Ranee Armstrong, plus couture hat makers Dayna Pinham and Amy Downs with The International brand names from Belgium, France, Toyko and Spain helped me create a beautiful feel from start to finish. When creating the hairstyles for any fashion show it is good to do a run through... especially when hats are involved. It's very important to make sure that the image is complete. With such an amazing arrangement of international flavor, I wanted to bring back the old fashion roller set that Kevin Murphy inspired in his fashion collection. The Kevin Murphy line of products helps me deliver the constant flexibility to change the hair quickly and easily.
Here's the layout for how I put it together.
Products: Kevin Murphy
• Session hair spray
• Anti-Gravity
• Full-on Protection texturizer
• Gritty business
. KM Rollers
Setting Hair:
Classic Brick lay
• Curing iron on 1/2 inch size and then wrap on medium roller to cool down
• Brick lay rollers and metal pin set
Check out the write up with photo's from the night: The Neat Sheet
Physical Elements Fall Fashion Show 2010
Lead Hairstylists: Dayna Cakebread (Creator/Director) and Kira Pinski
Assisted by: Brandie Mannon
Hair Style & Clothing set up:
1ST style:
• Pho Bob curl set w/ some tousle like natural feel
• Pho Bob w/Hats
Clothing line up:
1. Soleil (14) Clothing Looks Pho BOB
2. Iconoclast (5) Clothing Looks Pho BOB
3. WEMA PDX (2) Clothing Looks NO HATS w/ Pho BOB
4. Kate Troyer PDX (2) Clothing Looks Pho BOB
5. Ranee Armstrong PDX (2) Clothing Looks NO HATS w Pho BOB
2nd Style: Hats *Models dressed in Slip dresses
6.Dayna Pinkham*
• Smooth side twist Long hair
7.Amy Downs Hats*
• Push up texture full at the bottom for long hair models
3rd Style:
8.Moyurm Japan (6) clothing looks (Maybe hats?)
• Finishing brush Smooth and romantic waves
9. Moloko France (2) clothing looks
• Less smooth but does matter.
10. Isabel de Pedro Spain (5) clothing looks ALL HATS Grand finally
• Side textured pony tail pushed up like flower
Here's some write up from Chris Cones: Physical Element's "Catwalk" show is a breath of fresh, Fall 2010 air
There is something to be said about talented people coming together to create top of the line fashion without having to compromise. Thank you Portland for your open hearts to fashions from around the world. We look forward to continuing to raise the bar in fashion and sustainability.
Warmly, Dayna Cakebread
Here's the layout for how I put it together.
Products: Kevin Murphy
• Session hair spray
• Anti-Gravity
• Full-on Protection texturizer
• Gritty business
. KM Rollers
Setting Hair:
Classic Brick lay
• Curing iron on 1/2 inch size and then wrap on medium roller to cool down
• Brick lay rollers and metal pin set
Check out the write up with photo's from the night: The Neat Sheet
Physical Elements Fall Fashion Show 2010
Lead Hairstylists: Dayna Cakebread (Creator/Director) and Kira Pinski
Assisted by: Brandie Mannon
Hair Style & Clothing set up:
1ST style:
• Pho Bob curl set w/ some tousle like natural feel
• Pho Bob w/Hats
Clothing line up:
1. Soleil (14) Clothing Looks Pho BOB
2. Iconoclast (5) Clothing Looks Pho BOB
3. WEMA PDX (2) Clothing Looks NO HATS w/ Pho BOB
4. Kate Troyer PDX (2) Clothing Looks Pho BOB
5. Ranee Armstrong PDX (2) Clothing Looks NO HATS w Pho BOB
2nd Style: Hats *Models dressed in Slip dresses
6.Dayna Pinkham*
• Smooth side twist Long hair
7.Amy Downs Hats*
• Push up texture full at the bottom for long hair models
3rd Style:
8.Moyurm Japan (6) clothing looks (Maybe hats?)
• Finishing brush Smooth and romantic waves
9. Moloko France (2) clothing looks
• Less smooth but does matter.
10. Isabel de Pedro Spain (5) clothing looks ALL HATS Grand finally
• Side textured pony tail pushed up like flower
Here's some write up from Chris Cones: Physical Element's "Catwalk" show is a breath of fresh, Fall 2010 air
There is something to be said about talented people coming together to create top of the line fashion without having to compromise. Thank you Portland for your open hearts to fashions from around the world. We look forward to continuing to raise the bar in fashion and sustainability.
Warmly, Dayna Cakebread
Going Green is Salon Chic
Winner of Very Small Business Award for Sustainability Practices: 2010
As the owner of Belle Epoque, we believe we can change the course of the high-resource and chemically dependent beauty industry. By implementing environmental practices as the core of our business practice, we can impact an industry at the local level through educating our clients, our colleagues, our competitors, and our community. We believe our practices continue to increase the demand for “green” hair salons and products without sacrificing the effectiveness of our services or our bottom line.
Employees in Portland metro area: 7
Type of business: Beauty/Hair Salon
Unique features:
First Salon/ Stylist Member in North America to participate in the Zero Impact program offered by Life Gate through Davines
Energy conservation:
Switched to soft white compact fluorescent light bulbs
Three rooms are on low-watt sensor only
Saved more than 8,000 kWh annually since 2008
Participated in Pacific Power’s Blue Sky Renewable Energy Program
Water efficiency:
Low-flow faucets
Filtered water system for pure, chemical free water flow.
Waste reduction:
Recycles hair clippings, aluminum foil and containers
Use biodegradable trash bags and compost-friendly water cups.
Alternative transportation:
Reduce all salon fees by 10 percent for any customer using alternative transportation
Lowered number of vender deliveries to two times per month.
Purchasing practices:
Use Davines as primary product line—Davines is ISO 9001 certified and uses 100 percent renewable energy.
Encouraging sustainability in others:
Educate customers ‘in the chair,’ on the web, and through other media channels about sustainable products and lifestyle choices
Promoting social equity:
Member of the Sustainable Business Network of Portland
Communicate with salon clients about how to enter a new era of environmentally safe beauty services
Community service:
Offer free styling services for fundraising events, such as fashion shows, to benefit Dove Lewis Animal Hospital.
Donate salon products and clothing to local women’s shelters
Participate in cut-a-thon events to raise money for friends with family crises.
As the owner of Belle Epoque, we believe we can change the course of the high-resource and chemically dependent beauty industry. By implementing environmental practices as the core of our business practice, we can impact an industry at the local level through educating our clients, our colleagues, our competitors, and our community. We believe our practices continue to increase the demand for “green” hair salons and products without sacrificing the effectiveness of our services or our bottom line.
Employees in Portland metro area: 7
Type of business: Beauty/Hair Salon
Unique features:
First Salon/ Stylist Member in North America to participate in the Zero Impact program offered by Life Gate through Davines
Energy conservation:
Switched to soft white compact fluorescent light bulbs
Three rooms are on low-watt sensor only
Saved more than 8,000 kWh annually since 2008
Participated in Pacific Power’s Blue Sky Renewable Energy Program
Water efficiency:
Low-flow faucets
Filtered water system for pure, chemical free water flow.
Waste reduction:
Recycles hair clippings, aluminum foil and containers
Use biodegradable trash bags and compost-friendly water cups.
Alternative transportation:
Reduce all salon fees by 10 percent for any customer using alternative transportation
Lowered number of vender deliveries to two times per month.
Purchasing practices:
Use Davines as primary product line—Davines is ISO 9001 certified and uses 100 percent renewable energy.
Encouraging sustainability in others:
Educate customers ‘in the chair,’ on the web, and through other media channels about sustainable products and lifestyle choices
Promoting social equity:
Member of the Sustainable Business Network of Portland
Communicate with salon clients about how to enter a new era of environmentally safe beauty services
Community service:
Offer free styling services for fundraising events, such as fashion shows, to benefit Dove Lewis Animal Hospital.
Donate salon products and clothing to local women’s shelters
Participate in cut-a-thon events to raise money for friends with family crises.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Styling tips for Curly Hair
Start Here first:
Scalp Help
How to prepare your scalp before washing:
1. Exfoliate by dry brushing upside down and massaging.
2.Then wash and condition using products that offer deep hydration. This is important because the skin’s natural reaction to the stimulation of shampooing is to over-produce oil and skin cells. Hormone shifts and imbalances can also cause the skin to over-produce natural oils. Deep hydrating hair care products help the skin to avoid over-producing oil and skin cells.
Curl Talk
How to wash and condition for maximum curl care:
1. Hydration is key for shampooing and conditioning. Your curls want moisture, moisture and more moisture!
2. Avoid inexpensive shampoos and conditioners! Most products use some type of alcohol as a preservative for botanical ingredients… products from the grocery store use the worst alcohols that dry and damage your hair. Get to know your products and product companies.
3. Once you know a shampoo or conditioner does not work for you, don’t continue to use it! Return it to the store or donate it to a shelter. Why spend good money on your hair service and not on your hair care? More hair trauma happens at home than out in the elements!
Dry Your Hair Without Drying Out Your Hair
How to dry for maximum curl care:
1. Towel Drying: Patting is the correct method. NO rubbing with rough towel fibers! PAT PAT PAT Blot Blot Blot. This is the best way to keep your hair from getting frizzy.
Styling Tips
Go to Products I recommend at my website under Kevin Murphy and also look under Davines for recommenations for the best curly styling.
1. Apply product to the thickest and driest parts of your hair first.
2. Don’t use too much product: it weighs down your curls and creates a droopy appearance. Use just enough to hold your style, no more!
3. Application: when you have the right amount of product in your hand, rub it between palms break down clotted elements and create a smooth texture.
4. Use your fingertips to deliver your product throughout hair. Rub your fingertips into your palms to grab more product. This will ensure that you don’t overload the hair with too much product in any one place.
Quick Steps for Daily Curl Care
1. Always rinse the morning of the second day. Use extra hydrating treatment to the ends if needed.
2. When shampooing, do a quick first wash to loosen excess dirt and styling product. Then shampoo a second time for full hair cleansing and treatment purposes.
3. When conditioning, always notice how the roots to the ends feel before applying conditioner. Apply conditioner to the ends first, then through the mid lengths. Apply to the scalp only if the scalp is feeling dry.
4. Don’t rinse out all of the conditioner. Try to leave a bit to protect the hair ends from drying during the day.
5. For a deeper treatment: after shampooing, blot off excess water from the hair with a towel. This will ensure extra absorption for your conditioner! Hair is like a sponge: when dry it will absorb, and when it is full of liquid the sponge can not hold more.
6. Apply product to damp hair while head is upside down. Apply small amount to your fingers and run the product through hair from the crown section scalp out to the ends. Then smooth all the hairs together from the hairline twisting the product into the curls. Re-apply if needed.
7. While setting the curls into place remember to use a comb to help smooth out the messiness. If the hair looks messy while drying then it will be messy when it’s dry.
8. Note: brief blow drying before setting the curls can help speed up the styling process.
9. Once in place: NO TOUCHING until at least 90% dry.
When curls are dry and frizzy, know that they need more moisture and setting help.
Common Sense Rule: If your curls dries messy then is will be messy. If I looks smooth while drying then better chances it will dry w/less frizz!
Scalp Help
How to prepare your scalp before washing:
1. Exfoliate by dry brushing upside down and massaging.
2.Then wash and condition using products that offer deep hydration. This is important because the skin’s natural reaction to the stimulation of shampooing is to over-produce oil and skin cells. Hormone shifts and imbalances can also cause the skin to over-produce natural oils. Deep hydrating hair care products help the skin to avoid over-producing oil and skin cells.
Curl Talk
How to wash and condition for maximum curl care:
1. Hydration is key for shampooing and conditioning. Your curls want moisture, moisture and more moisture!
2. Avoid inexpensive shampoos and conditioners! Most products use some type of alcohol as a preservative for botanical ingredients… products from the grocery store use the worst alcohols that dry and damage your hair. Get to know your products and product companies.
3. Once you know a shampoo or conditioner does not work for you, don’t continue to use it! Return it to the store or donate it to a shelter. Why spend good money on your hair service and not on your hair care? More hair trauma happens at home than out in the elements!
Dry Your Hair Without Drying Out Your Hair
How to dry for maximum curl care:
1. Towel Drying: Patting is the correct method. NO rubbing with rough towel fibers! PAT PAT PAT Blot Blot Blot. This is the best way to keep your hair from getting frizzy.
Styling Tips
Go to Products I recommend at my website under Kevin Murphy and also look under Davines for recommenations for the best curly styling.
1. Apply product to the thickest and driest parts of your hair first.
2. Don’t use too much product: it weighs down your curls and creates a droopy appearance. Use just enough to hold your style, no more!
3. Application: when you have the right amount of product in your hand, rub it between palms break down clotted elements and create a smooth texture.
4. Use your fingertips to deliver your product throughout hair. Rub your fingertips into your palms to grab more product. This will ensure that you don’t overload the hair with too much product in any one place.
Quick Steps for Daily Curl Care
1. Always rinse the morning of the second day. Use extra hydrating treatment to the ends if needed.
2. When shampooing, do a quick first wash to loosen excess dirt and styling product. Then shampoo a second time for full hair cleansing and treatment purposes.
3. When conditioning, always notice how the roots to the ends feel before applying conditioner. Apply conditioner to the ends first, then through the mid lengths. Apply to the scalp only if the scalp is feeling dry.
4. Don’t rinse out all of the conditioner. Try to leave a bit to protect the hair ends from drying during the day.
5. For a deeper treatment: after shampooing, blot off excess water from the hair with a towel. This will ensure extra absorption for your conditioner! Hair is like a sponge: when dry it will absorb, and when it is full of liquid the sponge can not hold more.
6. Apply product to damp hair while head is upside down. Apply small amount to your fingers and run the product through hair from the crown section scalp out to the ends. Then smooth all the hairs together from the hairline twisting the product into the curls. Re-apply if needed.
7. While setting the curls into place remember to use a comb to help smooth out the messiness. If the hair looks messy while drying then it will be messy when it’s dry.
8. Note: brief blow drying before setting the curls can help speed up the styling process.
9. Once in place: NO TOUCHING until at least 90% dry.
When curls are dry and frizzy, know that they need more moisture and setting help.
Common Sense Rule: If your curls dries messy then is will be messy. If I looks smooth while drying then better chances it will dry w/less frizz!
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