Instyle August 2014

Strong, Healthy Hair

Fried, Broken Ends

1.  Get a small trim. Every four weeks, get the ends dusted, so split ends can't move up the shaft and compromise even more of your length.

2.  A preshampoo layer of conditioner with vegetable oil and elastic can protect strands while helping to restore their bounce. Leave on for a few minutes, then rinse and follow with a gentle, detergent free wash.

3. Natural oils like shea, jojoba, and almond work in two ways: they soak into hair shaft to fortify it against future breakage, and they slick down pesky flyways. A dose of biotin rich rebuilder on dry strands can also temporarily seal frayed ends.

Dull, Frizzy Strands

1. Start in the shower by using an oil-based shampoo and conditioner duo. And if you are blow-drying afterward, you must commit to going at until strands are completely dry.

2.  Use a silicone free leave in spray to protect against sweat, humidity, and rain.

3.  Look for a sheer mist with a lightweight blend of botanical oils. Frizz prone hair soaks it up and behaves but still has some body.

InStyle December 2013

How to Pull It Off -

1. Stay away from all the classic accoutrements, such as a cummerbund or a bow  tie -  they look way too cliched and costumey on a woman.

2. A tuxedo jacket can be chic worn over a silk camisole, a white T-Shirt, or even bare skin as you don’t reveal too much cleavage.

3. Wear feminine, sexy heels or glamorous earrings to offset the masculine overtones.

4. Tuxedo pants can be worn day or night when treated as a separate.  Substitute them for your favorite black trousers for an instant style upgrade.

InStyle July 2013

Find your perfect cover up -

“1. The fabric - a sheer, light material will show off your suit. For more camouflage, look for an opaque but breathable cotton. Avoid clingers, such as silk, which will reveal each and every contour.

2. The shape - think about what you want to highlight [if you’ve got nice legs, go short] and where you’d prefer coverage. Thick middle? Arm that tend to burn? Try a floaty silhouette with long sleeves.

3. The combo - add Grecian sandals to a drapey version for a pool party.  Or pair a brief, shirt like style with white jeans”.

How to Keep Whites - White

“1. Divide whites and colors - you already do this in the laundry room. But did you know that you should keep whites separate in your closet too. Closet can transfer even when clothes are dry. Store pale shoes in cloth bags; hang white clothes away from darker pieces.

2. Act Fast - stops water based liquids such as red wine, from absorbing into silk by laying the garment flat, applying a liberal dusting of salt [ substitute baby powder if the stain is greased based) and letting it sit for a few hours. Dry cleaning can also help delicate fabrics rebound.

3. Use some elbow grease -  many shoe stains can be removed with a capful of Woolite mixed into a cup of water. Dab the solution onto leather with a clean cloth [on suede, use a nail brush] and buff gently. For patent leather, try a spritz of Pledge.

4. Don’t Bleach, seriously - bleach can actually cause yellowing. Instead adding an enyzmatic laundry booster like Oxiclean to your detergent and washing frequently to keep denim and cotton sparkling.”

Deals and Steals

Revlon Colorstay 16 Hour Eye Shadow Quad in Sea Mist

L’oreal Paris Eversleek Precious Oil Treatment with Argan Oil

Marvis Mouthwash Concentrate

MAC Cosmetics Extreme Dimensions Lash

Sally Hansen Colorfast Tint + Moisture balm in Happy Berry