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I have naturally wavy, thick hair that is not very nice unless it is tended to. My favorite style is to blow-dry it out straight and then curl. Excited barely scratches the surface in describing how I felt when I heard Frederic Fekkai’s new Wave Makers gentle foam curlers and Perfectly Luscious Curls Wave Activating Spray ($25.00) was on its way to my house for me to review.

The product came adorably packaged in a classy, mesh-like zippered purple bag with 8 yellow foam curlers. The rollers came with Perfectly Luscious Curls, …

Since I pulled a “Karlie” and chopped off my hair, I have been on the prowl for new and fun ways to style my short and not-so-tame locks. Well, spring is here and the warm weather makes it almost impossible to create a sleek blowout without needing a second shower, so, I am taking the pros’ advice: don’t fight it, work with it!
All the stylists I interviewed said one thing: embrace your natural texture! They all promoted the idea of cutting your hair to work with the type of curls …

This weekend I decided to use the new duo to combat my dry curls. As seen below, that was Day 3 and my natural hair was looking a bit frizzy, and in need of some attention. I should also mention my brand of curl is a 4A.
As you can see here, there is a need for moisture! I was offered the opportunity to try Mizani Supreme Oil Sulfate Free Moisturizing Shampoo ($10.00-$20.00) and Supreme Oil Ultra-Light Conditioner ($10.00-$20.00). The Supreme Oil line is infused with eight penetrating oils including jojoba, avocado …

I have been testing L’Oréal products for the last several weeks, and I have some more products for you! I can’t believe how many products they have created for every hair type.
L’Oréal has come up with an extensive line of products designed for curly hair called EverCurl Sulfate-Free Curl Care System, and a line of products for thinning hair called the EverStrong Sulfate-Free Hair And Scalp System.
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I tested the EverCurl line. There were five different products in the New EverCurl Sulfate-Free Curl Care System: Hydracharge Shampoo and Conditioner ($6.99 each), Hydracharge …

They say you should never judge a book by its cover, but it’s kind of hard not too when you can change your look with the blink of eye, thanks to hair extensions, weaves and wigs. And there’s absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to jump on this hair bandwagon, especially when great hair days and being mistaken for a certain celebrity are endless.
I for one, have always been set in my ways, convinced that Halle Berry and I were the only two people on the entire planet who could rock …

Just the other night, Mizani teamed up with L’Oréal and Kim Coles, taking over the L’Oréal Institute in Soho. The evening consisted of a performance by spoken word artists Abyss (HBO DEF Poetry Jam, BET J Lyric Café).
The night was also a celebration of 2013 hairstyle trends for natural hair. Coles was also launching her latest project, a book called The Gratitude Journal. The book began as a personal journey and expanded into a gift that invites the reader to a 30 Day Challenge to find gratitude in your life.

Olivia Longott, Mela Davis …

The 85th Annual Academy Awards spared no expense showcasing some fabulous makeup and hairstyle trends. Here at BeautyStat, we couldn’t get enough of Old Hollywood glam with perfectly wavy hair, authentic side parts, and, most of all, Charlize Theron’s adorable pixie cut and Anne Hathaway’s full-on fringe!
Our very own Erin Sutera tells us which cosmetics to use to get the makeup looks of Jessica Chastain and Reese Witherspoon. Read on to find out how to recreate the night’s best hair and makeup looks at home. Look red carpet-ready every day …

Change up your hair color this spring with four new ideas from Clairol using their Nice ‘n Easy hair color product line. It is now easier than ever to get the latest hair color trends at home (ex. Balayage, Singles/Illuminata). At Clairol’s Expert Technique Workshop the Color Experts themselves, Marie Robinson, Clairol Color Director, and Marcy Cona, Clairol Global Creative Director of Color and Style, developed and demonstrated the latest trend-inspired hair color techniques.
Try the Reverse Ombre for an updated look on a fashion-forward classic; work a two-toned hair color with the …

 L’Oréal Paris has introduced their New EverStyle Texture Series including Energizing Dry Shampoo ($6.99), Beach Spray ($6.99) and Tousle Crème. I believe all three are definitely must-haves in your haircare collection!
Deanna Using the Energizing Dry Shampoo

With our hectic lifestyles, it is hard to wash and style one’s hair everyday. Dry shampoo has always been an option, but most available on the market today don’t always work so well. L’Oréal has created Energizing Dry Shampoo. It is in a can and  sprays on easily, and smells terrific (most dry shampoos don’t smell so …

And that’s a wrap! Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week Fall/Winter ’13 has officially ended on this Valentine’s Day! BeautyStat rounds up some of the best hair looks from shows including Christian Siriano, Tracy Reese, Rebecca Minkoff and more!
Stylists from Aveda, L’Oréal and TRESemmé were just some of the hair mavens who helped bring these creative looks to the runways, from conservative yet edgy chignons, innovative biker-helmet type and faux-fringe updos, to side-swept textured bangs and straight, sleek polished ends.
Read on to see BeautyStat’s very own Evelyn Lugo (our favorite ‘Curl Gurl’ with …