Thinning Hair Care

Audrey – I want to get my husband some shampoo for his thinning hair, but I’m confused by all the “Systems” Nioxin has. How do I know what to buy for him?

Nioxin has 6 “Systems” for hair loss in their line, as well as a line for dandruff.  As overwhelming as it sounds, picking the right one is easy. Systems 1-4 are for normal to fine hair, 5-6 are for medium to coarse hair. Read More>>

Curly Hair Care

Curly hair can range from wavy to kinky. Curly hair in general tends to be drier than straight hair, and it tends to have less shine by nature (straight hair has a flat surface and reflects more light). As a result, it is really important to keep curly hair moisturized. Sulfate-free products have less harsh ingredients, allowing the hair to hold on to its moisture better. Read More>>

Do you carry organic shampoo?

This was a question that I heard from a customer in one of the stores. Organic shampoo? I'm aware of what organic means at the grocery store, or at least I think I am, but I had no idea what it meant in a shampoo or beauty product. So, I did some research. Here is what I found out. Read More>>

How to Buy Styling Tools

Styling tools, like curling irons, blow dryers, or flat irons, have a large disparity in price, depending on where you are shopping. When the price on a curling iron can range from $10-$200, it is only natural to wonder what the differences are. Here's a basic break-down of what features you might be paying for. Read More>>

Beauty Tips 101

With all the people that we see coming in and out of the stores, I was surprised to find that there are some common questions and patterns with our customers' concerns. Here are a few tips you may or may not know.

#1 – Don't Use Old Beauty Products
Beauty products are not food or drugs, and are regulated differently. Instead of having expiration dates on packaging, most beauty products have a life span. This is the time after opening a product that it is guaranteed to perform as indicated. Read More>>

Covering Gray

I have sporadic gray hairs - like 10 or 20. How do I cover them? I don't want to get the rest of my hair colored. - Michelle

Michelle -
There are quite a few products on the market for selectively covering gray hair. These products can also be used for root touch ups, and mustaches. Each product either blends (gives the hair a darker hue, but you can still see some white, it's less noticeable) or covers (actually changes the color of the hair and you won't see any white). Here are some suggestions: Read More>>

Back To School
—and Dreaded Head Lice

We had a request to talk about head lice in our newsletter, and while it certainly is not fun to talk about, we are getting ready for school season again. And while children tend to be the overwhelming majority of head-lice sufferers, adults get them, too. So, go ahead and itch….it's okay. Let's talk about head lice. Read More>>

Summer and Your Hair

As the weather gets warmer, our daily patterns begin to change, giving most of us more time in the sun and in the pool. Your hair-care regimen could need to change as well. Here is some general information on what shampoos and conditioners you may want to consider. Read More>>

How Diversion Affects You

Diversion? If you aren't in the beauty business, chances are you've never given a thought to it, much less heard of it. Diversion is an industry term for unauthorized sale of salon products. If you read the bottle of your professional hair-care products, it states clearly that the product is only guaranteed by the manufacturer if purchased from a salon professional. Diversion is when big box stores sell the same products. So, how does this affect you as a consumer? Read More>>

Aging Gracefully

Have you ever walked through the mall or grocery store and seen that 60ish woman who caught your eye? She was quite simply beautiful. She is what all of us hope to be - striking in our golden years. Ask yourself: What does sexy mean in your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond? What is beautiful in your eyes? If you can only picture youth, then you are selling yourself (and all your friends) short. Here are some facts about aging. Read More>>