Argan oil. It’s the latest buzzword in the realm of gorgeous hair, but a lot of us are coveting it without even knowing what it is, or why exactly we want it.

In short, this is an oil for ages for everything from skincare to hair care. It’s loaded with omega-6, antioxidants and vitamin E, all which are super-hydrating. That’s the secret: These ingredients get to work by providing this moisture our damage hair craves, we then achieve a healthy natural shine as well as protective properties from the elements.

“Natural color and artificial color live in the cortex so argan oil will keep it moisturized and healthy.  Artificial hair color can shrink without the right amount of moisture.  If it is dehydrated it will slip out of your hair and cause fadage.   Argan oil creates amazing shine therefore it reflects sunlight making for a very natural SPF,” says John Flemel, owner of the Urban Lift Salon.

“I live in the Las Vegas desert and after a year of living here, my hair hated me,” says Liz in Las Vegas. “I have dark brown long straight hair down to the middle of my back. Split ends were getting to be an issue but I wanted to keep my hair long. I’ve been using the oil for about a month now and not only is my hair softer and less “crispy” and fragile, but I am noticing less breakage and fewer splits between haircuts. I was introduced to Moroccanoil by a salon in Vegas called D’Hair to be Different. Moroccan Oil is more than I wanted to spend so I researched the key ingredient. I think the Argan Oil brand can be bought for $7 compared to about $40 for Moroccanoil.”

At a time that we are all trying to save our pennies, a product that can do the same as the high-priced ones for money saved is something we’re all excited to hear about.
 
In my own trials, I attempted to use the oil by rubbing a dime-sized blot between my palms, turning my head upside down, and applying to towel dried hair, focusing on the dry ends. Some days I use a lot more than others depending on how dry my hair feels – you get a feel for how much to use.

I have fine, blonde curly hair and I have a hard time finding a product that controls frizz without weighing my hair down or making it all gross/crunchy. I mix just a few drops of argan oil in with my leave-in crème and it’s wonderful. It helps my curls hold better and less frizz.

 “Due to Argan oil’s rich fatty acid content, it is great for dry, brittle, under-nourished, damaged hair.  Any hair that needs repair (hair that is over-processed or color-treated).  It is also good for skin that is very dry and showing the signs of aging (not for oily or acne-prone facial skin types), says Ron Robinson, cosmetic chemist and founder of BeautyStat.com. Ron says the Argan oil has been used in European beauty products for a couple of years now, but here in the US, you can find it as star ingredient in Josie Maran’s Argan Oil line as well as the MoroccanOil line of hair repair shampoos and conditioners.

Written By Our Style Expert, Aly Walansky

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Finally Andre Agassi, our fav celeb tennis player, provides full disclosure of his hair trials while he was playing professional tennis.   Agassi in his new autobiography discloses initimate details about his genetic early male pattern baldness and that he wore a wig for most of his tennis career.  Agassi was known for his long feathered dirty blond hair style.   In the book Agassi talks about the problems he had with his wig during major matches.  One time his wig completely fell apart before a major match and they considered stapling it together!  He owes the world to his first wife Brook Shields, who convinced him to take the wig off and shave his head.  I love Agassi’s shaved head look.

Gwen Stefani loves her 40’s retro Pin Up hair do and looks fantastic doing it!  Do you wish you could have that 40’s retro hairstyle? This is a very interesting video how to create this “Pin Up” hairstyle ala Johnny Lavoy.  I have to warn you it is not for everyone but for some this look could definitely work. 

Everyone knows how much I love MoroccanOil and all of their products.  After using MoroccanOil I have gotten so many comments about the texture and softness of my hair.  It also enhances my highlights and keeps my hair from drying out.  I had to tell my readers of a great special!  Get this MoroccanOil Gift Set for only $74.95 which includes the Moroccan Oil Treatment, MoroccanOil Shampoo, MoroccanOil Conditioner, and the MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask!  This is such a great deal one you don’t want to miss!

This is an incredible deal for 1 Day Only!  Select Davines Shampoos and Conditioners are only $6 for today only.  That is over 65% off on regular prices! There are limited quanities so buy now!

Our teen pop star, Joe Jonas of the Jonas Brothers, earlier this year decided to ditch his hair straightener and go naturally curly like his brothers.   I believe Joe can sport anything and look muy bien in his curly do.  Recently Joe was spotted in this shorter look.  What do you all think?

Padma Lakshmi was spotten with a new hairstyle, Bangs! I think Padma looks great in any look. The bun in the oven gives her an incredible glow as well. Momma to be is not divulging the baby daddy but her former ex Salman Rushdie wishes Padma all the best.

Fresco Phyrra shows you how to do a great look with MAC’s Greasepaint Stick in a step-by-step tutorial.

Raging Rouge is loving the super-chic AND super-comfortable Liz Ballet Flat by Lindsay Phillips.

A Touch of Blusher reviews Jill Stuart Jelly Eye Color N.

Elke reviews the Jo Malone Red Roses Bath Oil.

Beauty Anonymous reviews La Mer The Radiant Concealer SPF25.

The Makeup Divas is having another giveaway. Enter to win a Maybelline Great Lash Big Gift prize pack that is valued at $75!

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