Trendspotting | The Messy Braid

We're sure that you’ve seen the MESSY BRAID on dozens of celebrities and fashion runways. The tousled fishtail or braided hairstyle is both effortless and chic – 2 of our favorite qualities! Plus it’s a simply elegant look for summer, day and night. If you can braid hair, you can achieve this hairstyle. (Even if you cannot braid, what a great way to learn!) 

The look requires minimal styling time, and the best part? It does not have to be picture-perfect. That 'undone' quality is what we love about it! 

Here are some gorgeous celebs and fashion models sporting the Messy Braid:

Nicole Ritchie and Leona Lewis

Diane Kruger

Nicky Hilton

Mary Kate Olsen

Rachel McAdams

Want the look but don’t have the length? Just add clip-in extensions from Extensions.com. Whether you get the wavy or the straight textured extensions, your Messy Braid can be long, luscious and ethereal.

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For 5 days only, get a dreamy discount on all extensions, hairpieces, hair tools and care products. Have you been wanting to try the tricks and hairstyles you've seen in Jennifer's How To hair tutorial videos? Now is your chance!

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We want you to have Gorgeous Hair! | 23" Wavy by Hairdo

The 23" wavy is America's #1 Clip in Extension and you can see why!

Its 23 inches of beautiful flowing hair and it’s a look that’s favored by many celebrities.

The extension is Hairdo's signature one piece extension system so it is a cap with open wefting and 7 pressure sensitive clips around the perimeter which makes it super easy to apply and it causes no damage to your own hair. Because the extension covers most of the back and sides of your hair it is going to save you so much styling time because you only have to style the top area of your hair to blend. I have a huge collection of Hairdo's to pop on when I need an instant hairstyle.

It comes in a wide variety of colors so blending is a snap.

It’s gorgeous Bombshell hair in one simple snap! Check it out for yourself and find out why America is in love with this clip in Extension!

Jessica Alba Loves Extensions!

The actress was spotted at the Tribeca Film festival sporting a short coif and then Dramatic long hair just two days apart.

Want Jessica Alba's look? Check out our selection of clip in extensions....I recommend Human hair and at least 16 inches to pull of her do....A one piece system like Hairdo's 21" Human Hair extension is best for blending really short hair into really long hair

To view our entire collection of clip in extensions click here!

Clip in Highlights and Lowlights!

If you think you have to go to the salon to get great color, you’re wrong! I’d like to tell you about clip in color by Put On Pieces Clip in color is hair on a very thin weft its 16” long and its designed to give you highlights, lowlights, or add funky and fresh color to your hairstyle. It attaches to your hair with 3 pressure sensitive clips that cause no damage to your hair. Clip in color is made with a revolutionary heat friendly synthetic fiber that allows you to style with heat tools such as curling irons or flatirons up to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to match any hair style.


Coloring your hair permanently can be a hassle. Going to the salon, paying high price for the service, taking the risk of causing permanent damage to your hair, and then having the color fade over time. On top of all of that if you decide you want to change your color you have to repeat the entire process again!

With clip in color you can get salon like color results at home and in minutes, it causes no damage to your hair, you can change the color as often as you like, you never have to worry about it fading, and it’s a fraction of the cost of a salon visit. Seems like a no brainer.

To Apply you simply take a small part and attach the pressure sensitive clips, then lay your own hair over the clips to camoflauge them. Because it’s such a wide weft, just one clip in color is going to give you lots and lots of color.

With a variety of colors you can use clip in color to add natural looking highlights or lowlights, or go bold and make a statement. It would be almost impossible to add bright blonde streaks to black hair at a salon but with clip in color it’s effortless. Adding fun bright colors also requires you to first bleach out your hair then deposit a color, clip in color removes that entire process protecting your hair, and you can do multiple colors at once. It’s the perfect way to add a playful element to your hair do. Support your favorite team or cause by wearing their color in your hair.

So don’t go through the hassle of salon coloring, just clip it in!

For more information and where to buy Click here.

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If you have been wanting to change up your look, to experiment with color, or a new curling iron or flat iron, now is the time to save! Enjoy 30% off all hairpieces, extensions, hair care and tools. Don't miss out on this big savings event. Visit Wigs.com and redeem your exclusive coupon.

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Smart Heat: Innovative Technology that knows what’s best for your hair type

Who really knows what temperature is best for styling their hair? Smart Heat tools take the guess work out of choosing a heat setting for your hair type. Smart Heat Tools have unique settings that allow you to simply choose your hair type and style! Got course hair? Simply press the “course “button. Got Fine hair? Select the “fine” setting. It really is that easy! Now you can be sure you are blow-drying and styling your hair at a temperature that is safe and effective.

Whats your hair texture/ type?

Smart Heat hair tools work with every texture of Human hair from fine to course, but what makes them unique is the “synthetic “hair setting. Smart Heat’s synthetic setting allows you to blow-dry, flat iron even curl synthetic fiber. Never before have you been able to style synthetic hair with a heat tool. Now you can change the curl pattern in your synthetic wig or extensions offering you endless styling variety!

Smart Heat Blow-dryer:

Smart Heat Blow-dryer allows you to custom dial your heat settings with 5 different options: Course, Medium, Fine, Very thin and synthetic. Simply select your hair type, lock in the setting, and style! The unique ergonomic design of the blow-dryer combined with the lightweight feel make working with the blow-dryer so easy. The small design of the smart heat blow-dryer also makes traveling with it a snap. The ionic generator provides a healthy blowout and provides all the power necessary to blow-dry quickly. The temperature lock is also a key feature to prevent accidently changing a setting while working. The blow-dryer boasts additional great features like the 3 unique attachments and a 2 year warranty.



Smart Heat flatiron:

Smart Heat Flatiron is the ideal flatiron for working with various textures of hair. With unique settings including: Coarse, Medium, Fine and Synthetic you can now flatiron your hair without worrying about using too much or not enough heat for your hair type. The 1inch plate is the perfect size for creating smooth sleek styles even great curls. Take your synthetic wig or extensions from wavy or curly to straight in an instant and without damaging the synthetic fiber.



Smart Heat Curling Irons:

Smart Heat curling irons offer choices. Unique heat settings ensure you are working with the correct heat for your hair texture and type. With 4 different barrel sizes: there is a smart heat curling iron to create every type of curl. With smart heat’s synthetic setting you can now take your straight extensions or wigs to curly! A way to always make sure your using the correct heat setting in your curling iron is to always use your Smart Heat curling iron!

Jessica Simpson Mixes it up with her new 2010 styleable Hairdo collection!

Jessica Simpson and best friend Celebrity hairstylist Ken Paves teamed up to create their very own line of hair extensions – Hairdo, because in the words of Ken Paves himself “Every woman I know wants great hair, this just makes it easy” Hairdo is famous for their one piece extension systems but lately Hairdo has branched out beyond just one piece extension systems and there’s even more Hairdo to Love!

In this new styleable 2010 collection you’ll find great new additions such as: The Headband Fall, 20” soft waves extension, bump up pony Mid-Length, The Bob wig, and Bump up the volume mid-length. All the great pieces in this new collection are made with a revolutionary Tru2Life fiber which can be styled with hair tools up to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

There’s something for everyone in this new line.

Headband Fall

Chanel your inner Alice in wonderland with this amazing little number. The new headband fall is an instant fix for a bad hair day or limited styling time, shapeable wire in the crown area even allows you to dial up the volume for a super glam look. The headband fall comes with two interchangable headbands; black , and brown so whatever your wearing, theres a headband to match! Wear it curly wear or wear it straight, and get great hair every day.

 

Bump up Pony Mid length

A perfect Pony has never been easier with the mid length bump up pony. It comes beautifully curled but offers you the choice to style as you wish. Applying is so easy, it comes with a comb attachment and  pre-selected area of hair perfectly camoflauges any disconnect.  It’s the perfect length, full of volume and easy to apply. , this mid length pony is fierce and fabulous!

Styleable bob

Wearing wigs to change your look is a giant trend on the rise. Create your own instant makeover with this stunning bob wig. Test drive a new cut or color without the commitment to a permanent change. This beautifully cut Bob allows you to “change your hair, without changing your hair” – Ken Paves

20” soft waves

Wave goodbye to boring hair and say hello to the 20” soft wave. This is the extension you’ve been waiting for. I've blogged about this beauty before, and its no secret its my favorite new addition! With soft natural waves and a length that’s both beautiful and believable it’s definitely going to become a staple in your hairdo wardrobe

15” bump up the Volume

Lift flat hair to new heights! Bump up the volume mid length is a new take on an already great product. The original bump up the volume was an instant hit and now with the new shorter length, bump up the volume is even more versatile than ever. This amazing volumizer has substance and style




These 5 fabulous new additions to the hairdo family allow you to create amazing hairstyles with one simple step, so it’s your hair, only better!

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Here's hoping you never have to have a bad hair day again! - Jennifer Pompa | Host of HairtalkTV

Hot Sauce- Not just for Tacos anymore, it’s also good for Hair!

This spicy little number will add moisture to your hair- Guaranteed!

No I’m not suggesting that you douse your hair with Tabasco Sauce…That might cause a burning sensation and leave you smelling a bit like a hot wing for days to come. I am however suggesting that you try Hot Sauce by FHI Heat. Hot Sauce is an amazing product that infuses moisture into your hair as you style with heat tools.

Hot Sauce by FHI uses an exclusive jojoba formula which is heat activated and leaves your hair shiny, soft and silky. You can actually see the jojoba crystals; they look like little beads when you look closely at the product in your hands.

Applying is really easy ….you just use a small amount on damp hair concentrating on the middle and ends, leave on for about a minute then blow-dry and style! An added bonus is how fresh and clean the product smells.

With as much as I have to style my hair for HairTalk, protecting my hair from heat tools is super important to me. I’ve been using Hot Sauce and I can definitely see a difference in how moisturized my hair looks and feels. My Favorite part about Hot Sauce is that unlike other heat protective products this does not leave my hair feeling greasy or heavy, I still have a ton of volume which is always key!! I’ve learned that this is because it is not silicone based so there is no surface residue…pretty nifty.


So the bottom line is: Use heat tools? Use Hot Sauce!

My only honest complaint is that I wish it came in a larger bottle!


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Here's hoping you never have to have a bad hair day again!! - Jennifer Pompa | Host of HairTalk TV

The New 20" Soft Wave by Hairdo:: My Extensions pick for Spring

Put a little “spring” in your Hair:

I am so giddy about the new 20” Soft Wave; it’s the curl pattern and length I’ve been waiting for. This is a look that perfect for spring! So fresh, so new, so you! When I wear human hair extensions I usually curl them with a 1 ½ or 2 “curling iron to give it that soft curled or waved look. The problem with curling human hair extensions and then wearing them all day is that eventually your curl falls and you have to touch them up. The 20” soft wave gives me the same result I would get if I decided to curl my hair with a curling iron but the icing on top of the cake is that my curls stay put no matter what!

I have to tell you, I’m a huge fan of Jessica Simpson’s line of hair extensions Hairdo! I love how much styling time they save me, with the one piece extension systems I only have to style the very top crown area of my hair in the morning and then just throw on whatever “ hair do “ I want to have for the day. The pressure sensitive clips are so easy to master even a beginner can do it, and the best part is that unlike other extension methods, the tiny clips cause no damage to my hair.

Why these extensions rock:

Because the 20” soft wave is made with synthetic fiber the style is basically weather proof. Synthetic fiber doesn’t respond to the environment the way our own natural hair would so even in extremely humid weather, even light drizzle your style stays picture perfect no touchups required!

20” soft wave is part of Hairdo’s new styleable collection , the revolutionary heat friendly synthetic fiber means you can style these extensions just as you would your own hair with heat tools up to 350F ( although I’m not sure why anyone would want to change these curls, they’re beautiful)


So would I recommend this extension system?

It seems silly to even ask. Since my extensions have arrived I have not taken them off, I’m even thinking about ordering a few more to rotate during washing. Not all the videos I create I decide to feature on YouTube, but this one definitelty went up! Check out the Video. This length and texture is going to work with every hair type and length. I’m definitely giving this new clip in extension by Hairdo an A+!!

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82nd Annual Academy Awards- Lets talk Hair!

For a hairstylist there is nothing bigger than the Academy Awards. The Oscars are the perfect opportunity to show your absolute best work. With all the world looking on, and Hollywood’s A list as the clientele, you definitely want to bring your best game!! Theres nothing that compliments a perfect gown like a perfect head of hair…Here are my thoughts on the 82nd Annual Academy Awards…Lets talk hair!


Red Carpet Trend Alert! :

Whether the hair was down, half up, gathered to the side or completely up, the one common trend was that it was swept away from the face.
Keeping hair back and away from the face minus heavy fringe or multiple pieces hanging around your face frame really opens up a look. It’s incredibly fresh and clean and it’s the perfect complement to welcoming in spring!

One of my favorite looks this year was the soft waved look with a side part: Celebrities who pulled this off perfectly were:

Best Use of Extensions::

I’m loving Sandra Bullock’s perfectly polished Tresses. Her Use of Extensions to compliment and not overwhelm her style makes this my pick for Best use of Extensions. The Best Actress winner sure knows how to do Glam without being over the top. Great Choice Sandy!! Another award winner in my book is EasiXtend Elite extensions, available in both 16” and 20” they are the perfect clip in extension to create this look. The 100% remi human hair is the quality you want and need to create such a polished finish.

Kudos to the Gentlemen! I love when a man has a style of his own. Zac Efrons fun and flirty texture make this stud even more of a hottie in my book!
Guys to achieve this look it starts with a quality haircut and don’t be afraid of experimenting with a flatiron. You want to use a flatiron that is small enough to pick up those small pieces of hair. Try the hottie by Belson pro. And of course the perfect finishing product is key! Try using a Matte finish hair paste with a strong hold, especially if your stepping out on the town, you don’t want your style to fall flat!

Best Up-Do::

I can only imagine how long this style took to create or how much hair Sarah Jessica Parkers stylist had to add...one things for certain, more than her dress, it certainly stole the show!

I'll forgive the flyaway's in this shot and concentrate on the beautiful construction of this do. Its simple, elegent, dramatic and feminine all at the same time, something virtually impossible to pull off. Remember that the perfect updo, begins with the perfect blow-out!

WACKIEST LOOK OF THE OSCARS!

Ben Stiller sure went for the wow factor this year. Channeling his inner avatar Ben created a look that was hilarious and refreshing. Taking risk may be easier for a comedian but its something I encourage everyone to do. Sure maybe you want to stick to something that works for your species…
I love the decorated braids and with full makeup this look is certainly out of this world!!

About HairTalk:
I'm Jennifer Pompa Host of HairTalk. For as long as I can remember I have been passionate about hair. I'm a liscensed cosmetologist and I love sharing all my hair knowledge! Whether its creating new styles, re-creating celebrity styles, or just chatting about hair in general I love it all! I'm especially passionate about using extensions to create the "perfect" hair we see on runways and redcarpets.

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Heres hoping you never have a bad hair day again!

Soft waves have been around for ages and it looks like they’re here to stay! They are soft, feminine, and oh so effortless looking. Camila, Kate and Cameron pulled off this classic look beautifully. Of course as Host of Shear Genius I would expect to see Camila so perfectly pulled together but I was pleasantly surprised to see Kate and Cameron trying out this wonderful look as well. My absolute favorite tool for creating soft waves is Enzo Milano, no other tool even comes close to making beautiful long lasting waves that are one of a kind, and of course Red Carpet worthy!!