If you’ve got the money here is the top of the line hair treatments

Fashionistas know that no outfit is complete without a great head of hair. Is there anything more tragic than a perfectly planned ensemble led astray by a bad hair day? Now more than ever hair trends are becoming just as popular as fashion trends. With half of Hollywood walking around wearing glued in wefts, in easy to see why. Here is a just a quick look into some of the fastest growing hair treatment trends that will be sure to complete any look, but none come cheaply!

Balayage Highlight – $250

This is a free hand process of highlighting hair in which highlights are painted on from the base to the tip of the hair. At the base highlights are applied ever so lightly while at the tip the color is more saturated. This causes a natural beach bunny look. What’s great about this look is as the hair grows out the root is not as obvious as with normal highlighting techniques. This has become all the rage with models and celebrities . . . think Lauren Conrad.

Brazilian Blowout – $350 and up

This is a 1.5 – 2 hour process in which a special solution is applied to wet washed hair, dried and then flat ironed to seal in the solution. After this the solution is washed out, a conditioning mask is applied the hair is blow dried. Once completed clients can expect to see smooth and silky hair that is ready to wash and wear for up to 3 months. It eliminates the time spent after showering to primp and prep hair.

Hair Extensions – $1,500 – 4,000

Depending on the type you are going for, hair extensions can run you a pretty penny. Lasting up to 8 months most extensions bond individual wefts of hair to your natural hair by a heating iron. There is also the option for a traditional “weave” or sewn in extensions which has been around longer than heat bonding. These can be a better option as far as longevity goes, but the pain associated with the process during and after deters many from getting weaves.

Full Body Hair Removal – $4500-5000

One of the newest trends isn’t about nourishing your hair, instead it’s about removing it entirely! Since Kim Kardashian and other celebs have admitted their affinity for “completely bare” bodies, full body hair removal is in demand. To accomplish this look, the body is usually broken up into sections and using a laser, high pulses of light are emitted onto the skin to break down hair follicles. The process takes multiple sessions, usually up to 6, to see full results. Most clinicians that dispense the service say that the process is pain-free and will save patient’s thousands of dollars spent on a lifetime of razors and waxing.

Feather/Glitter – $50 feather/tinsel hair extensions

You may have seen it on the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and Oprah and now it is a growing trend among fashionistas everywhere. These new hair additions can be tied into hair for a pop of color and texture. Both tinsel and feathers can be treated like your own hair. You can shampoo, blow dry and flat iron most tinsel and feather extensions. You can buy these yourself on-line, but most hair salons are now offering tinsel/feather extensions and application.

Japanese Hair Straightening – $300 – $1,500

Also known as thermal reconditioning, this process consists of the hair being alternately shampooed with specific chemical products, heated, blown out and then straightened by flat iron. This process is done again and again until hair is left completely retextured- smooth, shiny and completely straight. Your hair should stay permanently straightened for four to six months.

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These 6 Hair Style Statements Won Our Hearts!

This year was all about reinventing old favorites.  The hottest hair style trends we noted over the past year have a familiar look with a contemporary twist.  Do you want to know which trends came up as our favorites here at Hairstyle Blog?  We voted these 6 looks as the most stylish hair updates of the year!

The Heavy Bang

Bangs are back!  These bangs may be a bit heavy for some, (round face shapes in particular) but for the rest of you, do not fear.  These bangs are straight and sleek creating an effortless, youthful look.  Sandra Bullock and Hilary Duff are two celebrities that rocked this hair style in 2011.

Are you thinking about getting a heavy bang? The trick to making these bangs look chic, is to leave the bangs long enough to cover your eyebrows but short enough to be able to see.  This is a high maintenance look which requires regular trims every one to two weeks. Most hairdressers will offer to trim your bangs for free in-between your regular haircut appointment. Or, check out this video on how-to trim your bangs.

Fish Tail Braids

Fishtail braids are swimming their way into our hearts.  For years, people have overlooked these braids, but they made their mark on several red carpets this year.  Celebrities seen wearing this hairstyle include; Blake Lively, Alicia Keys, Ashley Tisdale, and Dianna Agron.  This look is versatile with the ability to be stylishly messy to flawlessly perfect.  Do you want to recreate this celebrity look at home?  This is a simple braid to learn and this how-to video will show you how to do it in no time. Leave the strands loose to create a gorgeous, thick braid.

The Long Bob

The long bob is a classic look that never goes out of fashion. It compliments every age and works with every hair type making this hairdo a classy, safe choice.  Last year Rihanna and Jennifer Aniston showed the world that bobs are more than sophisticated. They proved that these hair styles could be stunning and sexy as well.

If you are thinking about cutting off your long hair, this may be the perfect haircut for you. This hair style falls to the shoulder giving you a crisp look with a long hair feel. Do you want an insider tip?  Ask your hair stylist to undercut your hair slightly. This will help prevent the ends of your hair from flipping out when it grows long enough to hit your shoulders.

Spiral Curls

Spiral curls were one of the most sought after looks in hair salons this year.  These curls look exceptional on long hair.  The weight of the hair is able to counteract some of the volume that spiral curls create.

Many women love the curly hairstyles recently worn by Taylor Swift, Zooey Deschanel, and American Idol’s Haley Reinhart.  You can get this look at home.  The trick is to alternate curling your hair forward and backward with a small curling iron.  This causes the curls to spring against one another creating a natural look that is full of body.

The Pixie Haircut

The pixie haircut is an edgy look that is perfect for confident women. This hairstyle pops with the combination of messy and defined pieces. Halle Berry, Keira Knightley, and Monica helped make this hair style look fresh and tempting.

Do you love this look, but are worried about looking masculine? Add subtle highlights to spice up your haircut and to give it that feminine quality that’s indisputable!

Loose Waves

Loose waves were legendary this year and they glam up any look.  They create volume and body in the hair while keeping a soft, touchable appearance.

This hair style works the best for women with medium to long hair.  Two stars that regularly show of their waves while waving on the red carpet are Jennifer Lopez and Kim Kardashian.

Do you want to spice up your wavy hairstyle?  Add a long side bang to your look.  Bangs will help frame your face and give your hair style more personality.

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Ponytails Can’t be Beat For Quick and Easy

These new twists on the good old ponytail take it from default hairdo to delightfully elevated.

Ponytail For Short Hair

The Spout ~~ With this length, it’s difficult to fit every last hair into an elastic—but this slightly punk look turns that into a virtue. “Little pieces sticking out give it a playful edge,” says Moiz Alladina, a hair stylist in New York City who created all the ponytails in this story. To do: Blow-dry hair straight, mist with setting spray to give the style hold, slide in an elastic, then work a dab of gel (such as Nexxus Exxtra Gel Style Creation Sculptor) through the ends of the ponytail for texture. For a bit more polish, blow out the loose bits in front and sweep them to the side. Spray in place.

Ponytails For Long Hair

The Sidewinder ~~ If your hair is straight, give it some wave with hot rollers; if it’s curly, blow-dry it with a big, round brush to loosen the curl some. Tease the roots at the crown. Loosely gather your hair in an elastic just below one earlobe (it’s OK if a few pieces escape), tying it close to the scalp to give added volume on top. Camouflage the elastic with a strand of hair from the ponytail and secure it with a bobby pin.

The Cheerleader ~~ The secret to this look is, again, a two-pronged strategy: First part your hair horizontally with a comb from the top of one ear to the top of the other (stick the upper portion in a clip for the moment). Tie back the bottom half tightly in an elastic just below the crown. Next, unclip the upper section and gather it into another elastic, right above the first one. Finish by wrapping a strand of hair from one of the tails around both elastics and securing with a bobby pin.

Ponytails for Medium-Length Hair

The Daily Double ~~ To get this look (which suits wavy or straight hair), first loosely pull back the top of your hair, from forehead to crown. Hold it up with one hand as you tease the underside for height. Secure the section with an elastic and wrap a strand of hair from the ponytail around the band; keep it in place with a bobby pin. Then gather all the rest of your hair into another elastic at your nape. Camouflage the bottom ponytail holder with a strand of hair, as with the top one.

The Twist(s) ~~ Prep dry hair with setting spray to ensure that the final look lasts (try John Frieda Root Awakening Strength Restoring Hair Spray). Part your hair down the middle in back, then twist the hair on each side of the part tightly toward your nape. Hold each twist in place with an elastic at the base of your neck. Hide the elastics with a strand of hair from each ponytail, securing each wrapped strand with a bobby pin (this will also help keep the twists from unfurling).

Article courtesy of Real Simple Magazine

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