I had the pleasure of being invited by Suave to attend the 2008 Glamour Reel Moments film festival, hosted by Glamour Magazine -- where readers submit their stories and then famous actresses pick their favorite idea and make it into a short film -- and I was very excited to meet Suave Celebrity Hairstylist Luke O'Connor, who gave me (and my mom blogging friends) a fun makeover, using Suave products.
I have been a loyal customer, ever since -- Suave is truly one of my favorite brands and totally #getit that motherhood isn't always, you know, pretty -- and it's not because they sent me to Hollywood, either.
Nope. Although, that trip WAS a once-in-a-lifetime-experience and I will NEVER forget it, Suave has been very generous to the blogging community (i.e., sponsoring blogger giveaways, reader discounts and coupons) in keeping with their bold attempts at helping mothers (like me) feel pretty, all over again!
I'm excited to tell you that, even though it's the day after Mother's Day, today is no different.
Luke has some simple tips to help anyone recreate some hot lock-looks. While we may not all have Hollywood budgets, you can still look like you do! Suave Professionals offers salon-quality products that help you create your desired ‘dos at affordable prices.
I love the easy, breezy look of this side swept bun featured on Bride.com
The Look: Stunning and Simple Side Bun - take your regular bun from blah to WOW with a chic side bun, a popular red carpet look. It's easy to achieve this classy, modern take on the Hollywood tradition that will have your style turning heads wherever you go.
To re-create at home:
• For smooth and frizz-free locks, prep hair with Suave Professionals Sleek Shampoo and Conditioner.
• Next, give hair body and control by applying Suave Professionals Extra Hold Styling Foam to damp hair.
• Gather the top layer of hair and pin up at the crown. Blow-dry the rest of hair in sections using a medium round brush to lock in volume. Unpin hair at the crown and blow dry in 1 inch sections using the round brush.
• Blow dry bangs by rolling the hair around the brush away from the face and directed to the side for swooping bangs. Keep side-swept bangs locked in place with Suave Professionals Extra Hold Gel.
• Next, take a 1.5 inch curling iron to curl the large sections of hair.
• Finally, gather hair into a pony tail and loosely twist down to create a low chignon off to the side. Secure with pins and let loose pieces fall naturally for a look that's effortlessly chic.
I've been coveting Jessica Parker's hair featured in this photo taken from http://movie.moldova.org/ and WOW what a gorgeous head of curls, huh.
The Look: Glamour Curls on Cue Everyone - Structured curls with a middle part gives the look a modern edge – and you can make it happen in the comfort of your own home.
To re-create at home:
• Stock your shower with Suave Humectant Shampoo and Conditioner so curls will have added shine and brightness.
• Next, apply Suave Professionals Extra Hold Styling Foam to damp hair to give body and control. Be sure to blow dry hair upside down to achieve maximum volume.
• Once hair is completely dry, flip back up and create a center part. Take 1 to 1.5 inch sections of hair and spiral wrap around a 1 to 1.25 inch curling iron to create neat curls.
• For superior style and control, lock in the look with Suave Professionals Freeze Hold Hairspray.
Soon-to-be-mom (again) Angela Jolie was recently featured on People.com and the look she pulls off on each of her photos never ceases to amaze me - not to mention, the fact that she's pregnant AGAIN!
The Look: The Half-Up - a fun look that gives the best of both worlds, try wearing your hair half-up. This method is a sophisticated update to the traditional look, giving hair a gorgeous volume.
To re-create at home:
• Use Suave Damage Care Shampoo and Conditioner in the shower to condition, revitalize and protect hair from over-processing.
• Take the top section of hair and blow dry back with a medium round brush.
• Then, pull bangs forward with the round brush and point blow-dryer at hair from underneath, curling bangs up with the brush. Part hair on the side. Blow dry the rest of hair until dry and then curl with a one-inch curling iron (for looser curls, use a larger curling iron).
• Next, tease the crown of the hair with a comb, using a downward motion to create beautiful volume on top. Smooth teased crown with a comb and secure this section of hair in the back with bobby pins or sparkly barrette for a little extra glam. Use Suave Professionals Freeze Hold Hairspray to keep hair in place all night.
Oh, I have no illusions of the fact that I may never have runway-worthy hair -- unless, poker straight and baby fine hair is in -- but, I'm very happy to have Suave Professionals on my side as a product that I can trust and, more importantly, a style I can definitely afford!
Want some?
The day after Mother's Day means it's time moms (like me) get back to our same-old-same-old normal routines (BLECH!) but, I'm excited to tell you that Suave.com has partnered with This Full House (once again) in helping to make mothers (like me) feel prettiful (all over again) by offering to send one (1) of our beloved readers a Suave shampoo, conditioner and styling aide of your choice!
Because, we roll like that.
FIND IT HERE: http://www.suave.com
WIN IT HERE: Leave a comment with a valid email address on this
post by 12:00 p.m. on Monday, May 18th and you're automatically entered to win. One (1) winners will
be
picked (via random.org) and announced via email and posted on My Prizey Giveaways Page!
EXTRA CHANCES TO WIN - NEW RULES: 2 chances: Blog about this giveaway - leave a separate comment and a link to your blog post. 3 chances: Subscribe to our feed - leave a separate comment, to lock in entry. 4 chances: Subscribe to our updates via email - leave a separate comment, to lock in entry. 5 chances: Post this giveaway on Twitter - leave a separate comment and a link to your Tweet. Good luck and don't forget to check out our giveaways page for more awesome stuff we're just itching to, you know, giveaway! [This post courtesy of Weber Shandwick and Suave.] IN OTHER NEWS: My House Stinks, How About Yours - Help me win a room makeover from Dutch Boy Paints and I'll love you, forever -- vote for us, here! © 2009 This Full House - All Rights Reserved
