Showing posts with label Brand: Ouidad. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Brand: Ouidad. Show all posts

Sunday, October 17, 2010

Special for Sunday: Minnie Driver & Ouidad Climate Control

Check out what Minnie Driver (amazing actress and curly girl poster child) uses to keep her curls gorgeous and frizz-free…

Curl Conviction

In this month’s most anticipated film, Conviction, curly girl Minnie Driver plays the ultimate best friend trying to help Betty Anne Waters free her innocent brother from wrongful imprisonment.

Off screen Driver & Ouidad (every curl’s best friend) share a similar mission, to help other curlies embrace their texture and free them from feeling imprisoned by their hair.

Minnie’s message to her curly companions “Ditch that flat iron, recycle your hairdryer, set us free.”

On-set Minnie called on Ouidad products to liberate her trapped tresses! Free yourself from frizz with one of Minnie’s must-haves - Ouidad Climate Control. This revolutionary design in styling gels uniquely protects curls from humidity by absorbing moisture from air to hydrate each strand and help prevent frizz – ideal for rainy and humid days.

Usage: Apply to palm of hand and begin by raking fingers through underneath layers of hair first. Do not rinse out. Set or style hair as usual.

Ouidad is available at
www.ouidad.com and at certified Ouidad Salons, Sephora stores and Sephora.com.
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Special for Sunday: Ouidad Has a Safer Way to Fight Frizz

After all the news about the dangers of Brazilian blowouts, Ouidad reminds everyone that there are safe beauty alternatives...

What Price Beauty?
The Brazilian Blowout Fallout

The bad news: News broke this week about Brazilian Blowout and it’s dangerous formaldehyde-laden formula – causing salons across the country to pull this treatment off their shelves.

The good news: Women don’t need to endanger their hair and health with harsh, dangerous chemicals to get gorgeous hair. There are safe, and natural alternatives.

Ouidad, the curl expert with salon locations in NY and LA has encouraged women for over 25 years to embrace their natural hair texture. Now, says Ouidad, “it’s become a matter of life and death, and not just the risk of a bad hair day. Consumers need to be properly educated about the risks involved with these treatments, and to seek a safe solution.”

Enter Ouidad Softening System, available only at Ouidad’s flagship salons, this deep treatment with a gentle formula is customized and hand mixed by Ouidad. This formaldehyde-free formula safely softens curls and adds shine. The treatment includes a complete hair analysis, gentle treatment application and a deep treatment sealant. It lasts approximately 3-4 months.

About Ouidad: Ouidad -- “the Queen of Curl” -- a stylist, global educator, author and a woman with curly hair. Ouidad pioneered the curly hair industry over 25 years ago, and today has two signature salons – one each in New York City and Santa Monica, a full line of curl products available at Sephora stores nationwide, 100+ certified salons across the country and a book, Curl Talk. After beating breast cancer, Ouidad started Curls for a Cure® in 2004. Since its inception, she has raised over $290,000 (supporting The Breast Cancer Research Foundation) matching all donations dollar-for-dollar.
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Monday, September 6, 2010

Labor Day Loveliness: Ouidad (and the Emmys)

One of the things I made sure to "accomplish" this weekend was getting caught up on all the back episodes of (Emmy-winning!!) Mad Men. I LOVE that show, and this season is thoroughly awesome. I’ve been so behind that I had to catch up with a little MM Marathon (not a bad thing at all).

Now to fuel the lust for Mad Men (and TV in general), check out some more red carpet awesomeness from Ouidad…

Curls on the Red Carpet at the Emmys

Trend Alert! Curls on Command at the 2010 Emmy Awards. The sexy starlets of Emmy nominated shows Mad Men, The Closer and Glee have more in common than hit series – each actress strutted down the red carpet last night with captivating curls.

To achieve star inspired strands try:

Ouidad Styling Mist: This light spray formula was designed with a dual purpose – to hold a style in place and as a setting spray to secure strands in a specific pattern or style. Perfect for a big night out - designed for long-lasting hold while allowing for movement, Styling Mist is never sticky, even on the most humid days.

Ouidad is available at
www.ouidad.com and at certified Ouidad Salons, Sephora stores and Sephora.com.
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Labor Day Loveliness: Ouidad (and Elaine!)

OMG – I was just talking about that episode of Seinfeld the other day where Elaine “dances.” Check out all the awesome Elainification…

“Get Elaine-isized”

As the New York Times recently reported the hottest style on the streets of NYC is inspired by the ultimate New Yorker, Elaine Benes from Seinfeld! Her signature 90’s inspired style featuring floral skirts, masculine blazers and signature curls are back and better than ever.

Trendsetters like Chloe Sevigny have been spotted sporting mini floral 90’s inspired rompers and Kim Kardashian puts a sexy spin on menswear. The best part of the return to this off-beat look… her fabulous curls are back too! The one thing that no one could argue about Elaine’s style was that her perfectly coifed, long flowing dark locks were signature and stunning. Today we see stars like Anna Lynn McCord rocking the same sexy look.

To Get the Look Try:

Urban Outfitters Silence & Noise Boyfriend Blazer

Ouidad “The Queen of Curl” a stylist and a global educator with salons in Santa Monica and New York City weighs in on the 90’s rewind curl phenomenon saying “The poker straight look is done, women are embracing and celebrating their curls and texture again – it is a beautiful thing!

Curl Quencher Styling Gel: This unique, 2-in-1 light hold, moisturizing styling gel helps to both plump and hydrate curls. It smoothes and defines curls, while at the same time adding just the right amount of hold.

Ouidad is available at
www.ouidad.com and at certified Ouidad Salons, select Sephora stores and Sephora.com.

Forever 21 Flirty Floral Dress



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Friday, August 13, 2010

Friday The 13th Fun: Ouidad and Young Hollywood

Yay! More curly girls!

Trend Alert – Young Hollywood “Chooses” Curls!

Our favorite “It” girls rocked seriously sexy curls at the 2010 Teen Choice Awards. From Lea Michele’s wonderful waves to Megan Fox’s sexy, messy tendrils to Selena Gomez’s perfectly coifed curls – these girls know how to do’ texture right.

To get the look: Ouidad Styling Mist is a Hollywood mane-stay. Styling Mist is a light spray designed with a dual purpose – to hold a style in place and as a setting spray to secure strands in a specific pattern. Designed for long-lasting hold while allowing for movement and is never sticky – keeping curls famously flawless.

Ouidad Styling Mist ($15) is available at www.ouidad.com and at certified Ouidad Salons, select Sephora stores and Sephora.com.

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Thursday, July 22, 2010

A Way to Give Back: Ouidad Curls for a Cure

Read about Ouidad's commitment to fighting breast cancer, check out the video, then visit the Ouidad website at http://www.ouidad.com/bcrf/curls-for-a-cure.asp to find out how you can make a difference.

Words from Ouidad…

In 2002 I was diagnosed with breast cancer, the same disease that took my mother's life. Fortunately, I was treated and made a full recovery, but I vowed to never let recovery be the end of my battle.

On behalf of my company, I invite you to help fund the fight to find a cure for breast cancer by supporting The Breast Cancer Research Foundation® through OUIDAD - Curls For A Cure®. We'll continue to match your donations dollar for dollar towards our goal to donate one million dollars.

Even small donations can do big things; therefore we've created two convenient ways to participate. You can make an outright contribution from one of the "Donation" links on this page, or you can add a donation to your shopping basket during check-out when you're making a purchase.

Either way, I firmly believe that with your help we can beat breast cancer by helping fund the research that creates new treatments and ultimately finds a cure for this devastating disease.









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Thursday, July 8, 2010

Another Awesome Way to Win! Cool Ouidad Contest

Another cool contest from the folks at Ouidad…

Rake, Shake and Win with Ouidad!

How do you style your curls? We want to know! Create a video showing us your unique Rake & Shake styling routine using your favorite Ouidad product. Be creative! Is it set to your favorite song? Include a choreographed dance? Or is it just your own styling routine that creates your most amazing curls? Enter your video for a chance to win prizes like a complimentary Ouidad cut at your nearest salon, a year’s supply of your favorite Ouidad product, and more!

Every submission will receive a personalized code for 10% off your next ouidad.com order! It’s our way of saying “Thank you” for sharing your curl creativity.

Create a video showing us how you Rake & Shake It with your favorite Ouidad product, no more than 2 min long. Put your video on YouTube and share it with your friends on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter. Fill out the brief entry form and submit!

Ouidad will choose the 3 most creative/helpful video finalists (video views matter!). Finalists’ videos will be “Favorited” by OuidadTheCurlExperts YouTube channel and the voting will begin. The finalist video with the most “likes” will win the Grand Prize
Submissions taken through 7/21/2010, finalist voting will go from 7/22/2010 to 8/4/2010

Grand Prize
- A year’s supply of your favorite Ouidad Shampoo, Conditioner, and styling product
- Gift Certificate for cut and style at Ouidad flagship or closest Certified Salon (up to $150 value)
- Video posted on Ouidad blog and Ouidad.com

2 Runner Up Finalists - A year’s supply of your favorite Ouidad product

All Entrants - 10% off next order on ouidad.com



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Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Curls on the Red Carpet: Ouidad and Young Hollywood

Check it out! These young starlets are sporting Ouidad's curly versions of that effortlessly put together look – love it!

Trend Alert - Red Carpet Curls!

Young Hollywood rocked fabulous, flirty curls at the 2010 MTV Movie Awards. On a night were anything goes and celebs kick their personal style up a notch – these ladies did not disappoint. Nikki Reed, Anna Kendrick, Vanessa Hudgens and Scarlett Johansson strutted down the red carpet with cool, curl perfection.

For A-list locks, Ouidad Styling Mist is a Hollywood mane-stay. Styling Mist is a light spray designed with a dual purpose – to hold a style in place and as a setting spray to secure strands in a specific pattern. Designed for long-lasting hold while allowing for movement and is never sticky – Styling Mist keeps curls famously flawless all night long.

Availability: Ouidad is available at
www.ouidad.com and at certified Ouidad Salons, Sephora stores and www.Sephora.com.
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Thursday, June 10, 2010

Oh Baby! Mediterranean Beauty

Check out these yummy Mediterranean-inspired goodies. Hot summer nights, here I come!

Trend Alert - Beauty Beyond Borders

With exotic ingredients and ancient tricks of the trade – Mediterranean inspired beauty has gone the distance (literally!) with these luxe summer essentials making waves at the forefront.

Ouidad Luxe Mediterranean Bay Leaf Hair and Scalp Treatment features rare Bay Leaf Oil imported from Lebanon and commonly used throughout Europe and the Middle East for its restorative qualities. Blended with a fine grained natural exfoliant in a base of amino acids with moisturizing and restructuring proteins, this luscious experience will exfoliate dry scalp, inspire healthy growth and reinvigorate hair. Available at Ouidad Flagship Salons. The treatment starts from $175 (depending on length of hair). Visit www.ouidad.com.

Jo Malone Wild Fig & Cassis Body Lotion features the scent of sun-warmed figs and delicate cassis entwined with notes of hyacinth and cedarwood, enveloping the wearer in the warmth of the Mediterranean. Available at
www.JoMalone.com.

This whimsical and exotic fragrance, Tocca Aqua Profumata in Amalfi is reminiscent of Mediterranean waters in every way. Worn alone or layered this delicate spray will leave your skin beautifully scented and yearning for the Amalfi coast. Available at
www.tocca.com.

Enhance beauty with this limited edition double-decker pallet – perfect for summer. Georgio Armani Bronze Mediterranean Palette features Mediterranean tones including shimmering greens and blues inspired by nature, earth, and sea. Available at
www.giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com.
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Friday, May 7, 2010

Pampering for Mom: Ouidad Bay Leaf Hair and Scalp Treatment

Still trying to come up with an idea? Ouidad suggests heading to one of their salons for a post-winter Mediterranean Bay Leaf Hair and Scalp Treatment. Take a look, then search for a salon.

The Ultimate Mother’s Day Treat

Searching for the right mother’s day gift can cause anyone to spiral into a frizz frenzy. Pamper mom this year with a Luxe Mediterranean Bay Leaf Hair and Scalp Treatment from the ultimate mom and “Queen of Curl”– Ouidad.

This super-rich treat features rare Bay Leaf Oil imported from Lebanon and commonly used throughout Europe and the Middle East for its restorative qualities. Blended with a fine grained natural exfoliant in a base of amino acids with moisturizing and re-structuring proteins, this luscious experience will exfoliate dry scalp, inspire healthy growth, and reinvigorate hair.

The perfect prescription after a long harsh winter – Mom will enjoy her lush locks for months to come.
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Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Bookends: Ouidad Weekends

Last weekend saw the close of the Olympic Winter Games, and this weekend is bringing the opening of Alice in Wonderland. Looks like Ouidad has something for both Winterland and Wonderland curls. Take a look…

Olympic Curls

The 2010 Olympic Games closed with gold, silver, bronze and award winning curls. Half Pipe beauty Gretchen Bleiler sailed down Cypress Mountain with cool, curl perfection.

Even if day-to-day life is not as extreme as Gretchen's – weather and stress takes it toll on tresses. Ouidad Moisture Lock Leave-In Conditioner creates a moisture foundation by infusing individual strands with conditioning proteins vital to healthy hair so styling waves and curls doesn't have be an uphill battle.

“The ultimate way to combat frizz is to use a styling lotion that works with moisture in the air such as Ouidad Moisture Lock – by drawing moisture from the air and creating a protective barrier against moisture loss it allows intense moisturizing to restore damage without weighing hair down” says Ouidad, the Queen of Curl.

Out of this World Curls

Alice in Wonderland rolls into theaters on March 5th with out of this world curls. Whether she is spiraling down a rabbit hole or making waves with the White Queen, Alice maintains fairytale tendrils.

No need to go Mad-Hatter trying to achieve this storybook style – Ouidad’s Curl Quencher Styling Gel smoothes, defines and adds the right amount of hold to solve any curl conundrum.

Follow these tips for maintaining curls from Ouidad to make any queen green with envy:

· Don’t over manipulate – touch curls less for better results
· Place Ouidad Curl Clips at the roots while drying for lift and volume
· Let hair dry naturally

Availability: Ouidad is available at www.ouidad.com and at certified Ouidad Salons, select Sephora stores and Sephora.com.

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Monday, February 8, 2010

At the Grammy's: Ouidad

Hey, curly girls! Check out JLo's look on the red carpet at the Grammy's!

Hot off the Red Carpet – Curls!

The music industry rocked sultry styles at the 2010 Grammy Awards with sexy, playful curls. According to Ouidad “Nothing is sexier than curls on the red carpet, and with the right products and technique – anyone can create them.”

For easy gorgeous curls a la Jennifer Lopez, Ouidad suggests:

Apply Ouidad Curl Quencher Moisturizing Gel and dry hair. Set large rollers on the top of the head and medium on the rest of hair. Remove rollers and softly brush through with a wide natural bristle brush. Run fingers through to separate the tendrils and curls will spring back to life. Finish with Ouidad Clear Control Pomade to define curl waves at the bottom of hair.

Ouidad is available at
www.ouidad.com and at certified Ouidad Salons, select Sephora stores and Sephora.com.
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Thursday, January 28, 2010

SAG: Cruz, Kidman, Farmiga and Ouidad

Once again, the curly girls are spectacularly represented on the red carpet!

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Thursday, January 14, 2010

People's Choice Awards #3

Curly Girls, we were definitely represented at the PCA's. Check out the curly vibe brought to you by Ouidad!

Trend Alert - Celebs Choose Curls!

The people may choose the winners at the People’s Choice Awards, but celebs like Mariah Carey, Jessica Alba and Carrie Underwood chose to rock curls, texture and waves on the red carpet last night.

For A-list hair, Ouidad Styling Mist is a Hollywood mane-stay. Styling Mist is a light spray designed with a dual purpose – to hold a style in place and as a setting spray to secure strands in a specific pattern. Designed for long-lasting hold while allowing movement and is never sticky – Styling Mist keeps curls famously flawless.

Ouidad is available at www.ouidad.com and at certified Ouidad Salons, select Sephora stores and Sephora.com
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Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Heads Up! Ouidad Deep Treatment Intensive Conditioner (review)

I will be spending today with my head held high. Because I'm proud? Um…no. I already looked down once today. Unfortunately I happened to look down at the bathroom scale, and the view was not pretty. I was sad, but not surprised. I suspected I had been a little…erm…indulgent on Thursday (and Friday…and Saturday). Still, I was hoping that the magic bathroom scale fairy would somehow fix things. No such luck. So today I will not be looking down at any more scales.

And I will also be reviewing a product for my hair. My wonderful, curly, non-weight-gaining hair. Here's a little something from Ouidad.

Deep Treatment Intensive Conditioner

Blurb: Deep Treatment Intensive Conditioner by Ouidad feeds and strengthens curls with a combination of essential amino acids, proteins, and effective moisturizers. An essential first step to rebuilding the health and liveliness of curls damaged by processing or harsh conditions, Deep Treatment penetrates through the hair cuticle to nourish the internal structure of your curls, restoring bounce and controlling frizz. Deep Treatment is the foundation for restoring and maintaining your hair's health and beauty. Due to a curl's tendency to lose nutrients and moisture, frequent deep conditioning is necessary to replenish the mane's strength, allowing each strand to regain its internal weight and body and minimize the tendency to frizz. Used with heat, the mix of proteins and Amino Acids effectively penetrates hair to bond with the cuticle, leaving hair revived and restructured for enhanced performance.

I think just about every curly girl has heard about Ouidad salons and products. I've been hearing about them for years and am finally getting around to checking them out. I ran out of my last hair mask/treatment and decided to test out Ouidad's. Fabulous! I tried it two ways. The first time, I followed the directions and left it on for about 15 minutes, then rinsed and conditioned. I got instant results. My hair was softer, shinier, and my curls were curlier. Sunday night I tried leaving it on overnight and the results were spectacular. I got super smooth, shiny, bouncy curls and my hair felt really soft. And this was even on a rainy day. Today, it still feels great. Awesome!

The website is a truly fun place for curly girls (and, oh yeah, boys). There's a fun Curl Talk section, as well as a blog and a page of holiday gift sets. You can also look for a salon. And you can also check out Ouidad products at Sephora.

Happy Tuesday!
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