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Saturday 27 February 2010

What Is Microdermabrasion?The Benefits and Risks of Microdermabrasion Microdermabrasion is mechanical exfoliation that removes the uppermost layer

The Benefits and Risks of Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is mechanical exfoliation that removes the uppermost layer of dead skin cells from the face, chest and hands. For best results, it is recommended you get a series of treatments and use in conjunction with anti-aging skin care products.
The price for a single microdermabrasion treatment usually ranges from $100 - $150. With a series, you might get one free. Microdermabrasion takes about 20-30 minutes and there's no down-time for the skin to recover. That's why it's also sometimes called a "lunchtime peel."
Benefits of Microdermabrasion
* Microdermabrasion leaves skin with a fresher, more glowing look.
* Microdermabrasion diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, enlarged pores, and coarse textured skin.
* Microdermabrasion makes it easy for high-tech skin care products to actually penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin and help build collagen, which gives skin its youthful appearance.
Other Names for Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is also known as particle resurfacing, power peel, derma-peel or Parisian peel.
How Microdermabrasion Works
Microdermabrasion uses a powerful device to spray microcrystals of aluminum dioxide (corundum powder) across the skin’s surface. The aluminum dioxide is a very fine, very hard, sand-like material that blasts away the uppermost layer of dead skin cells on the skin's epidermis.
Microdermabrasion can be uncomfortable around the sensitive tissue of the mouth and nose, but should not be painful. After the treatment, the technician vacuums away the traces of the corundum powder.
Cautions on Microdermabrasion
*Check on the training of the person who is going to give you the microdermabrasion treatment. Results depend in part on their expertise.
*Make sure all traces of the aluminum dioxide is removed from your skin.
*Apply sunscreen and stay out of the sun after your treatment. Along with the dead skin cells, you have removed some of your protection.
*Microdermabrasion is not recommended for sensitive skin, skin that easily reddens (called couperous), or skin with acne breakouts.
*Aging skin is already thin. Overdoing microdermabrasion treatments can make it even thinner.
Bella Pelle Laser now offers a full line of esthetic services including Microdermabrasion in addition to laser hair removal and VelaShape. We are conveniently located in Broomfield and serve the metro Denver and Boulder areas.

Looks we Love: Keri Hilson

What a lovely and elegant statment Keri made at the NAACP Image Awards this past Friday. We love the tousled waves and her longer tresses.

A Word on Brazilian Hair and Malaysian Hair Extensions

It simply does not exist. 90% of the hair on the market is either Indian or Asian hair. Most Brazilian hair is Curly Indian Hair that has been purchased from India by Brazilians and marketed and resold as Brazilian Hair.

So if you are looking for Brazilian Hair...I'd recommend trying out Sunny's Indian Natural Curl. Visit your local store and ask to see the curliest bundles of Indian Hair and if you want to call it Brazilian hair...it'll be a secret amongst friends.

The same applies to Malaysian hair...it is usually Indian Hair blended with Chinese hair to give a sleeker and straighter feel to the hair. If you are looking for straighter or sleeker Indian Hair we'd recommend Double Drawn Natural Straight Indian Hair.

At Sunny's we don't believe a little creative marketing is wrong...but we draw the line at misleading our Sunny's Girls.

Thursday 25 February 2010

Pros and Cons of Hairstyling Products

Gels, mousse, hair creams, hair sprays, hair wax... you name it, I'm sure you've tried it. Whether it worked or not, all of us have used hair products at one time or another. Some of us use products for the look it gives, some for the texture, and some for its nourishing effect. Whatever are reasons were, all of us have gone through the "shoot and miss" dilemna when choosing the right product for you. Here are a few tips that hopefully help you through in choosing what's right for you.

Hair Gels.

Since the 80's hair gels has been a mainstay in salons for its hairstyling needs. A classic solution for taming wild and unruly hair, hair gels contains polymers and glycols that give a natural hold and shine that would hold whatever hairstyle you shaped. Humidity resistant additive makes gel-styled hair last the entire day and ensure a wet-look to your style. Alcohol-additives, however, makes long-term use of this product not advisable as it could damage your hair and cause more harm than good. Development of water-based gels makes this product less-harmful but is not as humidity and sweat resistant as alcohol-based hair gels.

Hair Mousse.

Appearing in the late 80's and early 90's, hair mousse was a revolutionary product when it first came out. Providing a very firm hold while retaining natural softness to your hair, it was ideal for producing a natural, everyday look to your hair. However, it was later found out that long-term use could be harmful to your hair as this product also contains alcohol-based ingredients that could definitely harm your hair.

Hair Spray.

A salon styling-aid, hair spray provides a very stiff hold for those very radical hairstyles. Along with hair gels, hair sprays came out in the 80's and produced those very wild-looking hairstyles well known during that decade. Resistant to heat, humidity, water and sweat, hair spray is perfect for special occasions that require long-lasting hairstyles. But again, alcohol content makes this product not ideal for everyday use.

Hair Creams.

Light and oil-based, hair creams provide a nourishing effect to your hair. Oil additives also provide a nice light hold to your hair that provides a natural look to your hair. However, this product lacks that long-lasting effect of other products as it does not contain humidity-resistant and water-resistant properties.

Hair Wax.

The most recent product that came out of the market, hair wax combines some of the positive qualities of creams and gels. Containing beeswax, it provides the nourishing effect of oil-based products while retaining a firm hold of alcohol-based products. Able to hold even the most radical styles, hair wax made possible all the styles we see today. The natural look it gives eliminates the "stiff" look produced by hair gels or sprays and the wax provides natural resistance against humidity and water. However, like alcohol, wax could be harmful to your hair when used for prolonged period of time.

So take your pick, but whichever you chose make sure that you do everything in moderation because too much of anything could do more harm than good.

Monday 22 February 2010

Benefits of Laser Hair Removal

Excessive hair or hair in unwanted places has been a long-standing problem for both men and women. Traditional methods of hair removal have proven to be slow, temporary, and oftentimes painful, and electrolysis hair removal treatments can be very time consuming. However, people can now experience a convenient and permanent alternative by way of laser hair removal treatment, which allows for quick, satisfying results.

Laser Hair Removal Benefits

Laser hair removal is not only extremely effective in permanently reducing unwanted hair, but it is also extremely convenient. Smaller areas can be treated in 10 minutes or less, and patients are able to return to normal activities immediately. Additionally, most patients find that the many benefits far outweigh the minor risks associated with laser hair removal treatment.

Permanent Laser Hair Removal Results

Patients enjoy a permanent reduction in unwanted hair and smooth, soft skin after laser hair removal treatments. While results can, in some instances, slowly fade and necessitate touch-up laser hair removal treatment sessions, they are typically necessary only once a year or less. However, most patients experience long-lasting, beautiful results.

Effective and Convenient Treatment

The appeal of laser hair removal stems from its effectiveness, efficiency, and convenience. Laser hair removal can easily treat large areas of hair growth in a relatively short amount of time. For example, an entire back can be treated through laser hair removal and optimum results can be achieved in as little as an hour.
The treatment is much more efficient than shaving or tweezing on a regular basis. While at-home self-treatment may be cheaper, it also takes much more time and effort to remove hair than it does with laser hair removal. Also, tweezing and shaving do not offer permanent results like laser hair removal does.
Laser hair removal also makes it possible to achieve satisfying results without the pain associated with other types of treatments like waxing. While people who undergo waxing often describe the treatment as repeated burning sensations, laser hair removal involves only minor discomfort.
Lastly, laser hair removal provides excellent results with less risk of skin irritation than the use of depilatories, or hair removal creams. The main active chemical in depilatory creams can actually melt away skin cells, causing mild to severe skin irritation. And, while hair removal creams can provide good results, they are only temporary.
If you are in the metro Denver Boulder area please come visit us for your hair removal needs at Bella Pelle Laser.

Sunday 21 February 2010

Looks we Love: Nicky Minaj on Fader Cover

Yes we are guilty of being late on the bandwagon of Nicky Minaj. But we've actually been a fan of her and her Barbie of Rap image for a long long time...

But there's something about her on the cover of Radar that casts a soft glow on Ms. Nicky Minaj that we finally declare it a look we love. What we have a feeling is going to be the first of many looks we love.

To recreate Ms. Minaj's look there's only two things you need: Indian Hair Natural Wave dyed Jet Black in 22" with two rows of Lord & Cliff Crystal Silky in Baby Pink underneath.

Friday 19 February 2010

If there's one thing you need: Steam!

If there's one beauty product you buy this year... splurge on a steamer. Especially for women with extremely curly hair...this is a game changer.

Curly hair is dry and needs extreme amount of heats and moisture that can penetrate the hair shaft. Steamers are also great for revitalizing your Natural Curl Indian Hair. The steam with a nice lightweight moisturizing conditioner like Humecto by Keracare allows the cuticle to asborb the necessary moisture since it is no longer connected to the scalp.

If you can't justify splurging on a steamer then visit a steam room on ocassion and allow yourself to relax while indulging your hair.

Wednesday 17 February 2010

Medium Layered Hairstyles with Fringe

Fringe hairstyle is suitable for any face shape therfore, Fringe hairstyle is still popular in 2009. Flattering bang hairstyle is very popular in 2009 for specially Winter season . Blunt straight fringe hairstyle is very well trendy in 2009 Fall fashion trends.

Medium Layered Hairstyles with Fringe

There are various fringe hairstyle are popular in 2009 such as pixie fringe, blunt fringe and fairly long fringe hairstyles. Sleek fringe is also trendy for long hairstyle. Take a look at some of the popular types of fringe hairstyle for winter 2009.

Medium Layered Hairstyles with bangs

Short Layered Hairstyles with Fringe

Monday 15 February 2010

Hollywood Baldness

To an ordinary guy, his hair is his crown and glory. What more to a male Hollywood celebrity whose bread and butter is his looks? Unfortunately, 8 out of 10 men will suffer from varying degrees of baldness and being a celebrity does not exclude anyone from this predicament.

So how do stars deal with this? Short of doing drastic hair follicle replacements and surgeries or modern medications, here are a few trick that Hollywood stars use to make their heads look like “glamour” written all over it.

Toupees

Humphrey Bogart and Jimmy Stewart were known for having hairpieces especially made for them and styled for them. Although this is the easiest and quickest remedy for baldness, it does have its consequences. Aside from being expensive and would require frequent maintenance, hairpieces are known for having an “artificial look” when exposed to daylight. It might look good on the cameras but it would make an ordinary Jow look ridiculous and would not be advisable for everyday use. Not to mention, winds exceeding 10 mph would definitely blow everything away and reveal to the world your “secret.”

Hair extensions

Receding hairline is the most common pattern of baldness. It is also the most difficult to hide. What to do? Make the most of what is left. Attach artificial hair to your own hair. Matthew McCounneghey, Brendan Frazier, and Ben Affleck are rumored to have utilized hair extensions in (or maybe even out) of the silver screen. While hair extension do have a not-so-drastic approach and, by all means, can be an everyday remedy, like toupees, it still has an artificial look in it and would only work with today’s cinema magic.

Drastic Hairstyles

This is the most common remedy that celebrities do to address their baldness. While comb over style ala-Donald Trump works well for elderly celebrities (as well as for the common grandpas) it does seem kind of out-of-date and has the word “bald underneath” written all over it. Fortunately, there are now modern hairstyles that would effectively hide, or at the very least, reduce the effect of baldness. Jude Law noticeably has a receding hairline, but with the right haircut and proper styling, we could hardly notice it on the silver screen.

Shaving it all of

However, if styling or haircut does not work for you, going all out could be the only way. It’s easy to do for the stylist and easy to maintain for the person. Vin Diesel, Patrick Stewart, Bruce Willis, Samuel L. Jackson to name a few are perfect examples of celebrities who went all out when their balding patterns are no longer controllable. Even with their crowns of, these celebrities still look dignified, attractive and retained the “glitter and glamour” celebrities are known for.

So take your pick; hair extension, new hairstyles, or going bald? Whatever you chose, pick the one that would make you feel comfortable and confident about your self.

Don’t worry. In this day and age, Bald is beautiful.

Saturday 13 February 2010

Short modern asymmetrical haircuts for winter spring 2010

Short Hairstyles Trends presents Short modern asymmetrical haircuts for winter spring 2010. Haircuts have definitely evolved and women go for a new and modern looks. Many women like the versatility of short haircuts. Celebrities can be spotted wearing this modern short asymmetrical look. Asymmetrical cuts and layers are in big demand and women are running to their local beauty shops to put in their request. All types of bob hairstyles have evolved from the various cuts.Here are the latest short asymmetrical bobs and other haircuts for 2010:

Short modern asymmetrical haircuts for winter spring 2010

Thursday 11 February 2010

Men: Need the perfect Valentine's Day Gift? Get her the gift she REALLY wants: HAIR

If you're a procrastinator or if Valentine's just isn't on your radar screen and you need a great last minute gift that your girlfriend will really want... let us save you some time! Allow her to change her hair...change your life!

A E-Gift Certificate from Sunnyshair.com They are the perfect gift for just in time delivery. No need to mail anything, gift wrap or run around in this awful weather. Simply enter a few details and we'll email her a gift certificate straight to her inbox! You can buy them in any amount over $10.00.

Yes, yes you can thank us later!

Trendy Short Hairstyles from Celebrity In 2010

Short hairstyles are representative of any type of person we are representing. Short haircut is not for everybody, some will find compact hairstyles actually more complimentary on them than longer hairstyles.

Trendy Short Hairstyles

Trendy Short Hairstyles from Celebrity In 2010

Trendy Short Hairstyles

New Hairstyles For Long Hair

Tuesday 9 February 2010

Our Most Asked Questions

What's the difference between what you sell at Sunny's vs. a typical beauty supply? We tend to sell a lot of the same products sold at Beauty Supply stores around the country. Our Top Sellers are:

Sensationnel
Bohyme
Bobbi Boss
Black Diamond
Indi Remi
Beverly Johnson

The real difference is when it comes to premium products. We sell wigs that have been used in major motion pictures and on your favorite artist's album covers and videos.

When you the best of the best for Indian hair or lace wigs, that is where we are really different. We travel directly to India and Asia to source the best hair and wig makers in the world. But the biggest difference is our well-trained hairnistas that work in our stores. They love hair, they love hair extensions and they love helping you change your hair...change your life!

Why don't you have the same products at every store? Each store reflects the personality of the community that it serves. We empower our buyers to listen to regional trends and styles so that you have a more boutique like shopping environment.
Who is Sunny? He's the founder of Sunny's Hair & Wigs. He is a former Industrial Engineer with four daughters who were obsessed with all things hair...he started the company 19 years ago.
What type of Wigs do you sell? We sell good, better, best. The good brands... Bobbi Boss, Beverly Johnson, Magic Touch Better: Beverly Johnson, Incognito, Forever Young Best: Henry Margu, Dream USA, Rene of Paris, Raquel Welch and Wig Pro
Why don't you sell more wigs online? Stay tuned... we are working on an new intelligent way to shop for wigs... but for now we realize that wigs are something that you need to try on to get the perfect wig
What is Remy Hair? It refers to a collection process not a brand of hair. Remy hair means that all the cuticles are in the same direction because the hair was donated by either cutting off ponytails or braids. The most common source of Remy hair is from India or China
What is Virgin Hair? Virgin Hair refers to hair that has been donated that has never been processed chemically. This allows the hair cuticle to be healthy and intact which prevents dry hair and tangling.
Why do some brands say they sell Virgin Indian Hair when it is colored and texturized? They figure that you haven't done your research...and it isn't regulated. Very similar to when you buy all natural potato chips. All Natural is a term any vendor can put on a package and it isn't regulated by the FDA the same applies to Remy.
Why can't I get my shipment tomorrow if I order it today? If you order something online and you need it tomorrow....we aren't your company. We are a small business that has to protect our selves and our customers from fraud. This takes time and we do not have the logistics to do this without compromising security standards. Please understand every order is subject to a 24 processing time.
Why can't they answer my questions about my web order at the stores? Just like most retailers our website is a separate yet affiliated company. Our sales associates at our stores have absolutely no access to our online store records. Moreover they are usually extremely busy helping our customers who are in front of their face. Imagine how frustrated you'd be if you were at a store and the associate kept making you wait while they have to keep explaining to someone that they can't assist them. PLEASE ONLY CALL THE 1-800 for questions with your orders.
Why do they not know everything they should at the 1-800 # The 1800 is a call center. They are there to assist our customers with things like placing and tracking orders, answering basic questions. Any questions that go beyond the scope of their knowledge will be answered within 24 hours. PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE 1-800 for questions specific to our retail locations...they can't assist you.
Do the Kardashian's wear hair extensions? One of our favorite celebrities...if you couldn't tell from reading our blog. We haven't had them to us directly...but common sense dictates yes they do and if we had to make an extremely informed guess we'd say they use Natural Wave Indian hair in 26" and have them sewn in with a lot of their hair out around the perimeter and crown area.
What's your best selling product? Two Words: Indian Hair! We travel directly to India and have a relationship with factories that get the first pick of Temple hair from Tiraputi Temple in India.
What type of products should you use on hair extensions? Sulfate free shampoo and lightweight conditioners. If you use heat then we recommend a thermal heat protectant. We like Chi hot Sauce or Rene Furterer.

Monday 8 February 2010

Countdown to Sade

We've already pre-ordered our copy of Sade from Amazon.com and can't wait until midnight tonight to sit down with a glass of wine and listen to her magic!!!

Images courtesy of New York Times

Our New Look!

We are in the beta stage of rolling out our new layout for Sunnyshair.com

If you love the old site and aren't quite ready to adapt to the new layout...feel free to continue shopping at Sunnyshairandwigs.com until March when everything will be the new and improved Sunnyshair.com

Keep in mind we are in beta mode...so if you see anything that seems weird or out of place...please give us some feedback!

We have been working tirelessly the last few months to bring a new way to shop for hair extensions. We hope that you enjoy.

Keira Knightley Short Pixie Hairstyles

Keira Knightley has many beautiful short hairstyles and she restyled her hairstyles over the years depending on the roles in movies.Keira Knightley short look works simply gorgeous on hera,and she looks very chic and stylish with short haircut as you can see in the photos bellow of cute short pixie haircuts: