• WorldWide

    All The Haters Show Us Love

    I love this video, song, the clothes and the big hair. This is such a catchy song and has been my anthem lately. Recently dealing with a breakup this song just makes me want to go out and dance and really keep a positive outlook on everything, I LOVE IT!!!! Let’s DANCE EVERYONE!!!!

    And any tips or ideas on how I could get all those natural curls and big hair tell me!! Leave a comment or tweet at me @itstanyag ….

  • WorldWide

    Amika’s Obliphica Nourishing Hair Mask

    Providing your hair with the occasional extra dose of TLC is essential to maintaining beautiful, healthy hair.  Amika’s Obliphica Nourishing Hair Mask ($40) is a deep conditioner that works on all hair types, from fine to coarse, to restore, smooth and protect.  The key ingredient is Sea Buckthorn Berry (Obliphica), which is also the basis of Amika’s haircare line.  You can use it as an everyday conditioner or as a weekly treatment (simply leave it in longer for deep-conditioning effects).

     

    I used this on my hair, which is fine with very tight curls—always thirsty for extra TLC.  Looking at the small sample packet, I found it laughable to think it would be enough for my entire head, but I was pleasantly surprised that a quarter-size portion was sufficient.  The conditioner was rich and had a sweet, but not overwhelming, scent.  After working it through my hair, I let it sit for 2-3 minutes and rinsed.  I was very happy with the results—my hair felt moisturized and was easily detangled.

     

    Check out Amika’s website for more information about this product:  www.loveamika.com 

     

    TIP: Whenever I want to super deep condition, I do the following:

    • Saturate a hand towel in hot water and microwave it for a few minutes (microwaving isn’t necessary if your tap water gets as hot as mine does!).  Be careful when handling the towel, because it will be HOT!
    • Next, put a shower cap over your conditioner-soaked tresses, then wrap the hot towel around your head and cover with a plastic bag. 
    • Chill out until the towel is cool (about 15-20 mins) and voilà —you’ve just given yourself a penetrating deep conditioner!

     

    kisses, Olisa

  • Toronto,  WorldWide

    Bossy!

    The talent in these women is not limited to fashion, style and bossy girl swaggg… it exceeds the limitless possibilities of costumes and creativity… being nothing less than the styling powerhouse that is Oh. So. Bossy! Bossy Girls.

    Image. Hair. Makeup. Wardrobe. Toronto’s own Vili & Caitlin Wright are two extremely talented women whom of which I am so proud to call my girls. In an industry like no other, literally making an independent living owning and operating their own business, in a world that many see as fun and games. This is an ever-thriving career.

    Below is a random assortment of recent  Bossy Girls creative work… the vibe of being on-set and a part of the culture that is fashion is such a pleasure, I’m so proud to share the below with ya’ll.

    Bossy Girls Video Reel

    Amanda Morra Video – on set, Directed by Cazhhmere

    Aleesia ‘Not That Girl’ Video – Behind the Scenes

    Alyssa Rubino – shot by Matt Barnes

    VLUP Magazine – shot by Matt Barnes

    Catch ’em at the hotspots…

    MySpace

    Youtube

    Random video I love lol… 1LoveTO meets with Bossy Girls & (#SO to) Fresh Boss for 2010 MMVA – VVIP ~ talks about process, treatment & styling

     

  • New York,  WorldWide

    Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy

    We all love summers in New York, but those amazing, yet steamy, days can turn any headful of curly, wavy or kinky hair into a giant frizz ball in a matter of seconds!  That is unless you’re armed with an arsenal of styling products designed to eliminate unruliness and increase manageability, shine and softness.

    This past Friday, celeb hairstylist Ryan Nickulas, owner of Ryan Darius Salon in New York (and star of Logo TV’s The A-List: New York), unveiled Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy’s must-have new hair products for the summer.   This key ingredient of this smoothing system is keratin, a protein that hair loves!

    • Color Care Shampoo & Conditioner – Suds up with the sulfate-free, chloride-free shampoo and follow with the nourishing, heat-protecting conditioner ($20)
    • Volumizing Dry Shampoo Lift Powder – Great when you’re on-the-go.  Gently cleanses and absorbs excess oil without stripping hair’s natural nutrients ($24)
    • Vita Volume Boosting Foam – This non-greasy, moisturizing foam enhances hair’s style and flexibility while providing lift and volume ($24)
    • Straight Day Styling Spray – A personal favorite, this daily hydrating treatment can be sprayed on wet or dry hair to tame flyaways and frizz ($24 for 2oz. / $32 for 4oz.)
    • Flex Flow Finishing Hairspray – I used this on a hellishly, windy and rainy night and it worked!  It delivered a soft, flexible hold as promised ($20)

    And of course, you have to be equipped with the right tools:

    • KeraMini Flat Iron – This travel-size tourmaline ceramic straightener comes with a protective thermal pouch in a choice of Giraffe, Zebra, Black Navy or Pink (animal print $75 / colors $59)

    For more information, please visit: www.keratincomplex.com