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Baltimore | Birmingham | Atlanta / June 23, 2014

Gwyneth Paltrow and David Babaii Partner with Blo Blow Dry Bar and Body By Blo; Announce Opening of New Location in Gaithersburg, MD

Gaithersburg, MD – Ari Yakobson, Blo Blow Dry Bar and Body By Blo’s CEO, along with Academy Award winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow and hairstylist to the stars, David Babaii are proud to announce their continued expansion in North America. Together, they now welcome their new franchise partner and local resident of Gaithersburg, Laurie Tucker, to the Blo family. As the 43rd Blo location, the salon will officially open in Gaithersburg, Maryland on Friday, June 27, 2014 at 317 Ellington Boulevard.

According to Laurie Tucker, “I cannot wait to bring Blo Blow Dry Bar and Body By Blo to Maryland! Gaithersburg women are in need of quick, affordable and convenient beauty services – I am confident that they will enjoy our upbeat atmosphere, catwalk-quality blo outs and expert nail and wax services. I can’t wait to blo Maryland away!”

To celebrate the opening of Blo and Body By Blo Gaithersburg, MD, the salon is offering $25 blo outs and $10 off your wax or nail service plus pink drinks, sweets and girly tunes will be served in true Blo style.

WHEN:

Friday, June 27 from 9am to 5pm

Saturday, June 28 from 9am to 5pm

Sunday, June 29 from 11am to 5pm

WHERE:

Blo Gaithersburg I Body By Blo Gaithersburg

317 Ellington Boulevard

Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878

TO BOOK A BLO OUT (OR WAX AND NAILS!):

blogaithersburg@blomedry.com or 301-216-0256

Spread the Blo and tweet us at: @bloheartsyou @bodybyblo

ABOUT US:

Blo Blow Dry Bar and Body By Blo offer affordable beauty services seven days a week. Blo maintains top session stylists to deliver flawless hair in-bar or onsite while Body By Blo has the best nail technicians and estheticians on hand for manicures, pedicures and waxing. Walk-ins are accepted and online reservations are available for those pressed for time at www.blomedry.com or www.bodybyblo.com.

ABOUT LAURIE TUCKER:

Wife and mother of two boys, Laurie Tucker was blessed or cursed with wavy hair. As a graduate of the University of Maryland with a degree in accounting, her love of style and getting a great blo out led her directly to becoming a Franchise Partner with Blo Blow Dry Bar and Body By Blo. Her philosophy is “I love to laugh, and I love a good deal!”

Beauty / June 23, 2014

Fox 45 Morning News Segment – Summer Grilling Tips

Summer’s finally in full swing and that means we’re attending several outdoor parties. With that being said, we are also enjoying barbecue chicken, pasta salad, and other food items that can give us summer calories.

Luckily, I was able to share a few healthy eating tips on Fox 45 News, compliments of bistroMD.com

Black Pantsuit: New York & Company | Pink Pumps: Ninewest | Lipstick: Buxom

Smart tips for summer grilling, courtesy of bistroMD

“Use spices and herbs for seasonings instead of pre-made marinades/sauces which enables the cook to control sugar and sodium.

Season freshly chopped veggies with seasonings of your choice and toss in a bit of olive oil. Then wrap the veggies into a foil pouch. Place pouch on top grill rack while meat is grilling and flip occasionally. This times your meat and your veggies to complete at the same time.

Grill sliced pineapple and serve warm over Greek yogurt for dessert.

Use leftover grilled veggies the next day on a salad or as a homemade pizza topper, or use them with your leftover grilled chicken or steak for fajitas.”

At home, I had the opportunity to grill a few sliced pineapple and served over greek yogurt and it tastes delicious. I am actually planning to incorporate grilled fruits and veggies in my personal summer menu because it’s a time saver and super healthy (win-win situation.)

The recipe used was from Pritikin Longevity Center & Spa:

1 pineapple peeled and sliced in 1/2 inch thick pieces
1 teaspoon cinnamon ground
1 teaspoon nutmeg ground
1/4 cup apple juice concentrate
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Plain, nonfat Greek Yogurt
Carrington Farms Flax/Chia Blend

Instructions:

In a bowl combine all ingredients except pineapple, yogurt, and Flax/Chia blend
Marinate pineapple slices in mixture for 15 minutes
Grill pineapple on each side for 2 minutes
Remove from heat
Serve warm over Greek yogurt, sprinkled with Flax/Chia seeds

Overall, I had a wonderful time hosting the morning news segment and even learned a new recipe that I can use at home. As a prior nutrition teacher, this was right on target and also fun to discuss.

Don’t forget to try these tips and eat healthy this summer!

Accessories / June 20, 2014

Motions Hair Care Products – Official Hair Care Sponsor for Think Like A Man Too

Think Like A Man Too came out in theaters today and I am looking forward to seeing this movie. All of the characters are hilarious and who doesn’t love to watch Kevin Hart on the big screen.

To my surprise and excitement, Motions was the official hair care sponsor for the movie. I was one of the lucky bloggers to receive a package filled with a plethora of new products. And honestly, every product that was sent smells heavenly and has done wonders for my tresses!

Because my hair is natural (4B texture to be exact) I have a difficult time finding quality products that hydrate and grow my hair. Although I love being a naturalista, I don’t consider myself to be a product junkie because once I find something that works, I generally stick with that item.

Since receiving the products, I have loved using them and my favorites out of the bunch are the Shine Enhancing Pomade, Deep Conditioning Masque, Define My Curls Creme, and Radiating Hair Gloss. In addition to sending products, I also received a personal style card from Rihanna’s hair stylist, Ursula.

Once my hair grows a bit more, I will share photos. I hope that everyone will start their “sexy” summer by seeing the movie and try out the wonderful new hair care products from Motions.

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Atlanta / June 19, 2014

Indique Hair – Celebrate The First Day of Summer

Celebrate The First Day Of Summer With Indique Hair
Dia Simms (Executive Vice President of Blue Flame Marketing x BadBoyRecords x Revolt TV), Cynthia Bailey (Bravo TV) and more to be honored by Indique’s Ode To The Sunny Season

ATLANTA, GA – (pitchengine.com) June 2014 – Indique Hair, one of the leading premium hair extension brands in the United States, announce their national First Day Of Summer Campaign and series of events. Events will be hosted at twelve of Indique Hair Boutiques simultaneously across the nation on Saturday. Hosted by top industry professionals, the campaign events will take place on Saturday, June 21, 2014.

The series of events will cater to Indique clients, beauty industry professionals, and will showcase Indique’s textured hair offerings to prepare for fun in the sun. Indique will kickoff the events by partnering with BossLady Magazine to celebrate the the July Cover Release for Dia Simms Executive Vice President of Blue Flame Marketing x BadBoyRecords x Revolt TV) and will honor Cynthia Bailey (Bravo TV) and more at their Atlanta boutique. For more information on a First Day Of Summer in your city visit www.IndiqueHair.com/summer and to join the conversation the Twitter/ Instagram Handle is @ILoveIndique and Hashtag #SummerHair.

PARTICIPATING INDIQUE BOUTIQUE LOCATIONS AND TIMES:

MEET DIA SIMMS AT THE ATLANTA BOUTIQUE:
312 N. Highland Ave. NE Suite C
Atlanta, GA 30307
Phone: 404.974.4680

RSVP: HTTP://BOSSLADYINDIQUE.EVENTBRITE.COM

ABOUT INDIQUE HAIR
With a winning combination of hair experts and stylists, and more than 25 years of industry experience, Indique Hair International provides 100 percent virgin human hair that is natural and of the highest quality. With an impressive client base that consists of Lady Gaga, Lala Vasquez, Rihanna, Ciara, Jill Scott, Brandy and more, Indique Hair’s unique Indian virgin and natural human hair extensions are lustrous and tangle free. Indique Hair International is the only company that produces hair extensions at the source, with headquarters in India; Indique Hair has free-standing boutiques in Brooklyn, Soho & Little Neck in New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia and Boston. For more information visit www.Indiquehair.com.

art / June 19, 2014

Lupita Nyongo Vogue Magazine Cover | July 2014 Issue

Lupita Nyongo is on the cover of Vogue Magazine for their July 2014 issue. This talented beauty is a red carpet siren and mega actress. In the magazine spread she can be seen wearing, Rodarte, Proenza Schouler, Givenchy, Jonathan Saunders, Prada, T by Alexander Wang and J. Crew. I love the combination of how fashion meets art and high end couture.

Take a look at the photos below:

Photos and Designer info can be found on BellaNaija.com

Beauty / June 2, 2014

WUSA 9 Washington DC National Wine Day Television Segment

Style + Life + Fashion discussed beauty products that are infused with red grapes on WUSA 9 CBS to celebrate National Wine Day 2014.

The primary focus of the segment was to share the beauty benefits of red grapes such as: preventing moisture loss, cell damage, and cleanse the body of impurities. According to the writeup, “the skin and seeds of red grapes contain Resveratrol that controls the aging process.”

Most importantly, the products can be used without receiving the added side effects of drinking wine.

special thanks to Yellow Tail Wine for providing bottles

Products

Uni K Hand and Foot Glow

G.M. Collin Bio Organique Masque Energizing Mask

Aprivitas Wine Elixir Anti – Wrinkle and Rich Firming Face Cream

Vine Vera Resveratrol Zinfandel Skin Toning and Correcting Cream

I was very excited to host the segment because the products have dynamic results. And of course, we all love to have a glass of wine but now it’s also included in our beauty products. To view the segment click on the link: WUSA9NationalWineDay

Beauty / April 16, 2014

Joey Healy via “Veria Living Live” Mastering the Perfect Brow

Earlier this week on Veria Living Live (on the Veria Living TV Network) – a triple threat in the beauty industry, Joey Healy, made a special guest appearance to teach viewers how to master the art of the eyebrow in a special “Ask the Expert” segment. Lucky for you, we snagged his expert tips for you to share with your readers.

Joey Healy is a prominent eyebrow stylist, professional makeup artist and licensed esthetician. With a unique approach to creating the perfect brow, Joey’s methods are second to none. Utilizing his talents, Joey has become a favorite among celebrities and companies including Kyra Sedgwick, Aviva Drescher and Carole Radziwill of The Real Housewives of New York, Andy Cohen of Watch What Happens Live, Sean Young of Blade Runner, the New York City Ballet, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bravo!, Neiman Marcus, Dress for Success, MTV and many more.

3 SECRETS TO THE BEST BROW

#1: FIND YOUR BROW BONE!

Many women have flat eyebrows, which shorten their face. The goal is to elongate the face.

To do this, use your brow brush to hold against the bridge of your nose – this is where your eyebrow should start (also where you should start enhancing your brow with brow powder). Put your brow pencil diagonal towards your outer eye – this is the bare minimum of where your eyebrow should end. You should create an arch 2/3 of the way out.

#2: COLOR & TWEEZE!

You can use a brow powder or brow pencil for fixing gaps in the eyebrow.

TIP: Use a light hand, not a heavy hand, and color IN vs. OUT

TIP: NEVER WAX! Tweezing gives you better detail and less room for error

#3: INSTANT EYE-LIFT!

Joey’s “high rise” spotlight highlighter will take 10 years off your face. To use: Highlight the brow bone to give you a youthful radiance. Apply just below the arch of your brow for an instant eye-lift.

•TIP: highlighter can also be used under the eyes to camouflage dark shadows.

Beauty / April 8, 2014

Sienna Naturals Baobab Oil Moisturizing Collection Launch

Winter was long but Spring is finally in the air! The seasons may be in transition, but that doesn’t mean your hair should be just as unpredictable. This Spring and Summer, let your hair down and flash your stems! Allow me to introduce the Baobab Oil Moisturizing Collection from Sienna Naturals.

My name is Hannah and I am the founder of Sienna Naturals. I was raised in a multi-racial family that valued natural foods and natural living. However, when it came to my beauty regimen, I struggled to find natural products that met the needs of my hair and seasonally dry skin. My hair became a source of anxiety rather than a source of confidence. Despite the abundance of options in our beauty stores today, finding high quality natural products continues to be a challenge. The demand is there, so where are the products?

Enter Sienna Naturals. Our mission is to create highly effective natural products designed to improve the condition of your hair and skin while you use them. We source the globe for active ingredients that deliver trustworthy performance for all women.

It all begins with the Baobab tree (Bah-oh-Bab or Bey-oh-Bab), the source of a key ingredient in our new moisturizing collection. Our Baobab Oil is derived from the oil rich seeds of the Baobab fruit, and we source it fair trade from Senegal, West Africa. Baobab oil helps repair skin damage, wrinkles from aging, and significantly improves skin elasticity, a treatment I’ve used during my own pregnancy to prevent stretch marks. At Sienna Naturals, Baobab oil is paired with nature’s most illustrious elements to leave your skin and hair feeling fresh and hydrated throughout the year.

Sienna Naturals never uses harsh chemicals such as fragrance, parabens, or harsh sulfates (SLS and SLES). Petroleum, mineral oil, silicones, or other “filler” ingredients are not in our repertoire. You can also find more information about our products on our website: www.siennanaturals.com and vendor profiles at Birchbox and Amazon.

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Beauty / March 20, 2014

Beauty Box 5 March Subscription Box – Tree Hunt Shea Body Butter Favorite

Beauty Box 5 sent this fabulous set of products in the mail. This month’s box included Jane’s Pick (handmade) Soap, Tree Hunt Shea Body Butter, Swisscom Dual-sided Facial Pad, Bellapierre Makeup Base, and Design Essentials Natural Curl Enhancing Mousse.

In every subscription box I have a product that’s my favorite and this month was no exception. My favorite item that I received was the Tree Hunt Shea Body Butter with a Coconut Lime scent.

I’ve tested Tree Hunt products before but when I opened this cream I feel in love! The smell is very “delicious” and the cream glides on nicely. I am completely sold on this product and now searching for the scrub (in the same scent.)

Overall, I am still in the process of using my Bellapierre Makeup Base but will probably test it out this weekend for my next lifestyle segment.

I am always eager to receive my Beauty Box 5 subscription in the mail because there’s a new theme every month and that’s pretty exciting for a beauty junkie!

Visit their website to learn more about the Beauty Box 5 brand.

Accessories / March 17, 2014

Confusing Baltimore Weather and Confusing Fashion

With the Baltimore area going from beautiful, sunny and warm BUT— back to cold and snowy, we decided to have a little fun by mixing two ends of the fashion weather spectrum by matching a high waist bathing suit with a fox fur coat and UGG boots!!! I had so much fun doing this shoot!