Clip in Extensions, yes please.

Everyone knows getting extensions can be pretty expensive. If a salon does them for cheap, Run. I say this because this is one area you don't want to go cheap on. Poorly done professional extensions can even make your hair fall out when done improperly. Whether it's fusion or micro link a reputable salon will charge normally around $700-1,000 + for the installation and hair used. Tape in extensions are great and usually more affordable, but they don't last as long. (Usually 6 weeks.) It takes hours to install extensions and requires high maintenance care to keep them healthy. Usually you get them tightened or reinstalled every 3 months. For some this is their beauty splurge and can afford the upkeep of extensions, which there is nothing wrong with that! But if you want some temporary added length and don't have the budget, clip in's are a girls best friend. They are awesome for special occasions, but if you would want to wear them daily you would need to shampoo them often and style them to keep them in good shape. They are very affordable and with good care will last years. You can find great clip in's with many different shades for $100-$300. Sally's even has good clip in's for getting started. There are some great ones even on Etsy. A lot of youtube beauty guru's rave about Bellami extensions. I haven't ever seen them in person, but they appear to be good quality hair.

The Most important thing is to make sure they are human hair extensions and can be heat styled and even colored to perfectly match your color. These will last much longer and you can style them just like your natural hair. The ones with a mix of Synthetic hair will melt immediately with heat and look unnatural with an almost too shiny effect. You can even take them along with you if you want your stylist to layer your clip in's to blend in better with your cut. I had made some extensions in the past so getting a large weft of hair to cut down and sew didn't scare me, but most likely you'll want the ones with clips already sewn to the hair. I bought mine from Sally's and made them last night just for fun! I can't wait to try them out. I colored them ombre to better match my color and they turned out pretty cool! Most importantly just have fun and try new looks for a temporary beautiful change!

P.S. These do not come with clips- virgin Remy human hair extensions 24"

With the hand sewn extension clips installed

After with the ombre coloring done!

Fall Lipsticks

I'm always up for trying a new lip color and lately I've wanted to try darker tones for November. It's hard to think about straying away from pink, but let's be daring this season. One I'm really wanting to get is MAC rebel. That is a super popular fall/ winter dark shade. Most skintones can do dark reds, but I am not one those people. If red suits you, go for it! More cool colors with undertones of plum and blue work well with neutral skin tones. Be brave and let go of pink!

This is NYX black label lipstick in Amethyst. It's got more shimmer in it than I would prefer, but it's a fun change!

Paul Mitchell Neuro Curling Wand

Curling wands have been a really popular styling tool the past couple years since wavy messy hair became more desired. The tight curls aka "winter formal 1998" has had it's moment. It's more of a look that you just woke up, rolled out of bed and it was just lovely. Victorias Secret girls have this look down. Let's be honest, it takes work for that look. Products like hair powders and dry shampoos help give you some texture and build up volume so it's not flat against your scalp.

I was in the market for a fun new styling tool and came across the new Neuro Paul Mitchell line at my local supply. I'll try to find a link to where they would be sold at. It's a 3 in 1 detachable curling wand. It has three different attachments for different looks. You get a 1" styling rod for loose curls, 1.25" styling cone for waves, and a mini .75 styling cone for tighter waves. I think it's really practical for stylist who do bridal styling so you don't have to carry all these tools and for the everyday woman it's nice to have 1 styling tool instead of buying three different wands. I love it! It heats up really fast and shows the temperature digitally. I can't wait to try different looks mixing the wands!

Here's what the 1.25" styling cone achieves. It gives you a messy wave when wrapped around the wand.

Cheers for waves!