Old Hollywood Glam

I had the funnest time this week with Bumble and Bumble hair products because I got to be a hair model for their styling classes. This was such a great opportunity to discover more of the Bumble & Bumble hair line (I was a fan of their Surf Spray before going full force!) and all the goodies that can make my fine and sometimes lifeless hair a Victoria Secret model creation (the VS Angels do have the best hair!).

My favorites this afternoon were the Bumble & Bumble Does it All (molds my hair into anything my heart desires), The Thickening Spray (Light Vavoom volume!),Styling Creme (creates amazing, smooth, touchable volume close to the crown) and the Quenching Masque (to love my tresses at home).

My finished look!The stylist used BB Prep as a hair primer to make my hair soft and make the product stick to my hair! Nice!

When my awesome stylist ,Tiffanny, finished my hairstyle---it was perfect, very old Hollywood glam! Can you come to my house every day and do this to my hair? Please!? Miguel, my husband, who never notices my hair changes, loved it especially because it was very touchable.

If you ever want to participate in any of the future styling classes (and have shoulder blade length hair) e-mail Roxana(she manages all the Bumble&Bumble models) at houstonmodels@becreativehouse.com with a recent photo of yourself showing your hair in its natural state and you could be booked as a model for an awesome styling session + a consultation with a B&B expert (to tell you know what products are best suited for your hair), not to mention a free full size product after your visit. Mention The Beauty Bag blog if you write to her!

Stay Beautiful!

The Perks of Being a Beauty Junkie

I love events that are a result of my committed beauty addiction. Sephora, all I can say is: thank you for recognizing that I would rather buy make-up than anything else! The Sunday Funday event was exclusively for Sephora VIBs (Very Important Beauty Insider); the make-up paradise partnered up with recognized hair brand Bumble and Bumble for an exciting day full of mimosas,hair styling, new friends and fresh eats. Yes please!

A day that had started gray and chilly in Houston turned into a sunny great hair day at Cutloose Salon (where I'll be going for a trim later this week)!
Perfectly styled hair, raffles, brunch and tons of Bumble and Bumble goodies to pick from made for the perfect day for this beauty junkie .

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Just like Leah Michelle

I'm a sucker for celebrity endorsements. Even though I do not keep up with GLEE as much as I'd like I've always loved Leah Michelle's style on the red carpet. Her hair, make-up and outfits are always so sexy and chic! When I saw her on their new hair campaign on TV as the brand ambassador for L'Oreal I was so happy. In my mind Leah and I have the same type of fine, limp , hair that needs the help of an awesome L'Oreal shampoo and conditioner.

Isn't she flawless? I wonder if she's wearing hair extensions to make that hair look as bouncy and full as ever. Either way, I want my hair to look that way. I might even consider going back to my natural brunette color because of Leah's shiny locks. I told you I was a sucker for celebrity endorsements.

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Starting 2013 with a Bang!

I've had bangs in the past but since my internship at an awesome magazine in Houston is coming up I decided to renew my relationship with my bangs!

Wispy and easy to style, these bangs slim a round face like mine.

What do you think?

Before and After Hair

The difference a hair cut makes. Especially when it's done by someone who works so naturally on hair like Tree Vaello. I met Tree at a braid bar at a beauty event in Neiman Marcus and I think we immediately clicked because she is pure positive energy and happiness, bottled up and ready to go!

This is the braid I got from Tree at the beauty event. I think it took her 5 minutes!

She will make you laugh, keep the conversation lively but most importantly: your hair will look amazing! Check out the big difference with the subtle cut she gave me.

Thank you Tree!

QUICK TIP!

Often times when you rub serum or a defrizzing oil on your hair you're left with greasy hands. Don't wash your hands! Rub your elbows with the remaining product and moisturize those often neglected rough spots.

Hair Savers

Tired, thirsty hair? These are a few products I use to keep my color treated hair healthy. If your hair isn't color-treated these are still great tips to keep your hair shiny and manageable.

My Hair Savers!

Remember these easy tips:

1) Do not sleep in a ponytail, it tears your hair out and makes split ends more noticeable.

2) Give your hair a blow dryer and flat iron break! Let your strands air dry. I usually do that all week and I'll flat iron my hair on the weekend-----big difference!

3) Treat your hair to a hot oil treatment like Alberto V05 Hot Oil (I know, so old school! But it works so well!)or hair mask weekly. They usually only take 2-5 minutes in the shower so don't be lazy.

4) Untangle your hair with a wide comb brush (this one is Conair) in the shower with conditioner or outside of the shower with a leave in treatment like the L'Oreal Moroccan Oil.

5) When you do flat iron, apply a heat protect spray like No.4 Super Comb Hair & Protect focusing on the bottom half of your hair and tips.

Look at my hair looking so healthy and shiny!

My photo taken by Abraham Velasquez.

Healthy Strands

Ironing, blow drying and coloring can mess up the look of our hair this holiday season when we're all trying to look cute for all those family and company parties. Check out my live chat question on Facebook with Glamour magazine contributing beauty editor, Andrea Pomerantz Lustig, telling us about the one product that will keep hair healthy this season.

Follow her on Twitter @AndreaPLustig and on Facebook!

It was great to virtually meet you as well! I'm a huge fan of all your advice on Glamour magazine.

This is the product Andrea is talking about: