Author: Iskra Banović

I am a big fan of the incredible, edible egg, and when I discovered that eggs are good for a whole lot more than my favorite breakfast, I have to admit I wasn’t surprised. As it turns out, eggs can be used in all sorts of beauty routines. Eggs jam-packed full of life’s building blocks, it’s no wonder that eggs would also be great for improving the condition of your hair or your skin. You can easily make a simple homemade hair mask with the help an egg or two. Egg masks are perfect for damaged, dry, and greasy hair…

Product Review: Kenra 25 Volume Hair Spray – Hair Product Reviews Kenra 25 Volume Spray is the go-to hairspray of just about every hairstylist on the planet, and that’s not something I’m just pulling out of thin air. This hair spray has won the Hairstylist Choice Awards for Stylists Favorite Hair Spray 10 years running. It’s a staple in salons across the globe, and truly its reputation speaks for itself. You get all day, fast-drying, a stronghold that’s perfect for long-lasting big styles that resist humidity, without getting flaky. I don’t know a single soul that hates this hairspray. From…

Preservatives are a common modern-day way to make things last longer. We use preservatives in many of the everyday products that we use and consume. Beauty products are no exception. Keeping the products we use on our hair fresh from bacteria has evolved over the years. If you read the ingredients of your shampoo bottle, you’ll likely need an interpreter with a chemistry degree to help you understand what those huge words actually mean. Parabens have found their way into your shampoo for years. Parabens can be identified on the ingredients list of your favorite shampoos using their chemical names,…

I’ve discussed the love of my Birchbox samples before. Although I wish they’d send more hair products samples (hint, hint, Birchbox), I’ve discovered some of my most favorite beauty products by way of this amazing service. A while back a sample of shampoo and conditioner showed up from the Beauty Protector brand and I tucked it away for my next weekend adventure away from home. If you’re looking for a shampoo and conditioner full of awesome like being vegan, but free of parabens and sulfates this one is an excellent duo to try. Oh yeah, it also helps revive moisture,…

What Hair Products are Worth the Extra Cash? In a world where your hair product budget can easily surpass your grocery bill if you’re not careful; it’s hard to know when to pinch your pennies and when to give in to the temptation of beautifully packaged salon brand hair products. Truthfully, in a perfect world, I’d love to splurge on everything, but the world isn’t perfect, and my budget isn’t always friendly to the high priced products on the salon shelves. See below to find out which products I choose to spend my money on and which ones I save…

When circumstances are tough, and budgets are tight, cutting back on your beauty routine can really sting! Do not despair! You can save money on your hair products and services without changing stylists or hair products! Extend Your Shampoo and Conditioner Shampoo Like a Pro Almost all of us are guilty of using too much shampoo. By learning to shampoo your hair properly, you can extend the life of your shampoo by more than 50 percent. A Dab’ll Do If you find yourself requiring a lot of conditioners to soften or detangle your hair, perhaps you’re not using the right…

Everything Your Mother Never Told You About Hair Changes During and After Pregnancy Pregnancy is quite the experience and full of surprise changes in your body from your head to your feet. Whether it’s your first child, your last, or one in between, you may find that your hair will go through as many changes as the rest of your body. Like all things kids, some changes are great, some not so great; some are temporary and others can be permanent. A lot of women feel very alone with their hair changes during pregnancy, and a lot of my clients…

If you have found yourself on this web page, you’re likely concerned about hair loss or someone dear to you is concerned about their hair loss. Women’s hair loss, while really quite common, is still a pretty taboo subject. We don’t talk about it. We just pretend it’s not happening, spend a small fortune on hair products that promise miracles, and silently mourn the loss of our hair. If you’ve noticed that your hair is getting progressively thinner, ignoring the issue is by far the worst action you can take. While some hair loss problems can resolve themselves, some will…

CHI is tugging on our girly heartstrings with a new line of hair products, inspired by Miss Universe and specifically engineered for the modern woman that needs to look great from dawn to dusk with the ability to change her style from the office to the gym to cocktails. Miss Universe Style Illuminate line of products lets us tap into our desire to feel pretty with a serious line of hair products that exude confidence all while maintaining the healthy hair every woman desires. Infused with a special blend of Moringa and macadamia oil, these hair products won’t disappoint you…

Everyone knows that I love dry shampoo, and I rely on the use of dry shampoo to keep my hair from looking greasy. One of the trade-offs with most dry shampoos is that in order to sop up all the grease on your scalp, your hair gets a dry shampoo to feel to it. The feeling is often dry, a little grimy, and tacky. I’ve always just dealt with the feeling because it’s better than daily washing or flat greasy hair, right? When the Miss Universe Style Illuminate by CHI line was introduced recently, I’ll admit I passed it by…

If you have an old, worn-out, dreadfully loud, heavier than a brick, $9.99 hair dryer that you purchased at Wal-Mart seven years ago (oh yes, I’m talking to you), then we need to chat. If you notice that your hairstylist can make your hair flow and shine like a supermodel, yet when you style your hair the next day it’s a train wreck, you may need to read on. If you’re simply in the market to replace your hair-dryer and you want to purchase a great dryer, that will do justice to your locks without breaking the bank, this article…

These are the hair products and tools that I’ve personally tried and loved, and mostly can’t live without. If you have a lady on your shopping list that seems impossible to buy for, consider some of these amazing hair products and tools that have been fully tested and approved by yours truly. Whether you’re shopping for a birthday gift or a holiday surprise, you can’t go wrong with one of these products or tools. A Good Hair Day is the Gift that Keeps on Giving All Year Long 1. CHI Argan Oil Hair Product Gift Set These hair products are…