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Chris Rock is being sued by filmmaker Regina Kimbell, who claims he stole the idea for his upcoming film “Good Hair” from her. Kimbell’s movie, “My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage” has proven similar to “Good Hair.” They each were inspired by the filmmakers’ daughters, interview medical professionals, feature a comedian, and travel to India to investigate the hair black market.
Kimbell allowed Rock to see a pre-screen last year. During the screening, Rock yelled out, “We’ve got to go to India!” He then refused to sign a non-disclosure agreement, which would have ensured his discretion and trust regarding “My Nappy Roots.” Rock is being sued for at least $5 million for copyright infringement, unfair competition, fraud and deceit. She is also trying to block the release of “Good Hair,” according to the Associated Press.
Rock’s publicist declined to comment.
“Good Hair” opens in select cities this week and nationwide on October 23, while Kimbell’s film received several awards at independent movie festivals between 2002 and 2007.
Look for a preview of “Good Hair” early next week here on NaturallyCurly.com, and a full review after the nationwide release later this month.
“My Nappy Roots” Trailer
“Good Hair” Trailer
Michael Boychuck, hair aficionado, celebrity stylist and owner of three of the nation’s most stylish salons, offers his expert opinion on the fiercest trends for hair during the fall and winter seasons. Boychuck’s team of expert stylists at AMP at the Palms, COLOR at Caesars Palace and PRIMP at Palms Place in Las Vegas are beautifying their clients with full-bodied hair and brown hues in preparation for the cooler temperatures.
“The key to gorgeous hair during the winter is to make it appear full, lush and shiny,” said Boychuck. “Colder weather will zap the moisture out of the hair cuticle, leaving it dry and lifeless.”
A savior for hair in need of TLC this winter is the keratin straightening treatment, according to Boychuck. Keratin treatments — also known as Brazilian straightening — revive and replenish hair, leaving it soft, smooth and camera-ready. Keratin straightening eliminates 99% of unruly frizz and will not damage hair, unlike other straightening products and services.
Boychuck states this season dark, rich shades of chocolate and mahogany will take center stage as a main trend in hair color, adding that the darker hues will make hair look shinier, longer and healthier. Loose, flowing waves will continue to dominate as the preferred hairstyle of women across the country this winter.
Boychuck is best known for his work on the golden locks of longtime client, and biggest fan, Paris Hilton, who recently wrote on her Twitter page, “At my house with Michael Boychuck getting my highlights done. He is the best colorist in the world! I love how he makes my hair look.”
George Maloof partnered with Boychuck to open AMP Salon at the Palms in 2001. AMP is known for its laid-back style and is popular among the city’s most stylish locals. COLOR opened late last year at Caesars Palace and is Boychuck’s biggest salon. Its luxurious design provides guests with style, in style. His newest salon, PRIMP, opened in May 2008. Visit www.MichaelBoychuck.com for more information on Boychuck and his salons.
Before you can decide on a hair style, you need to think about a few things first:
- Would you like to draw attention to or disguise certain facial features?
- Do you have the time to look after a complicated hair style?
- Is styling your hair something that you are skilled at, or are you all thumbs?
- Do you have trouble reaching up over your head or any other limitations that would make it difficult for your to curl or style your hair?
Perhaps you want to hide the fact that you have wrinkles on your forehead or you don’t like the way your ears look if your hair is pulled back away from your face. If you have a strong jaw line, you may not want your choice of hair style to draw someone’s attention to this fact.
If you are a busy person who is involved in a number of activities, choosing a style that requires a lot of upkeep may not be the right choice. Go with a hairdo that is easy for a mature woman, like a wash-and-go style, which only requires some styling product and a blow dry before you go out.
Not everyone can make a complicated hair style work for them. If you are someone who is not comfortable styling hair, let your stylist know so that he or she can suggest something that you will be able to maintain on your own.
If you can’t deal with a complicated hair style, this is something your stylist should know. There are several options available that don’t require you to spend a lot of time fussing with your crowning glory.
Many women first discover NaturallyCurly.com when they embark on their journey to transition from chemicals to natural hair. We decided to harness our community with the Miss Jessie’s Grow-Out Challenge to help other women out there who have wanted to grow out their hair.
We invite you all to come along on this exciting six-month adventure of natural hair. Share your ups and downs as you transition from relaxed to natural with scores of other NaturallyCurly members. We’ll laugh and cry as we discover, bit by bit, the joy of embracing our natural textures. The journey can be daunting, but with the love and support of your curly sisters, it will be exhilarating and liberating.
Whatever stage you’re in in your transition — thinking about it, just beginning, well into it or fully natural — we welcome you to join us. Share your wisdom with others who may be at a different phase of the grow-out process.
Each month, Titi and Miko of Miss Jessie’s will select four lucky entries to receive a Personal Hair Prescription as well as $150 worth of Miss Jessie’s product.
In March 2010, we invite you to join us for “Celebration of Natural Hair” event at the home of NaturallyCurly.com headquarters, Austin, Texas. We’ll have more details on that soon!
Get started today.
In October, many companies increase their philanthropic efforts to help various cancer organizations. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women, is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, and in 2009, an estimated 192,370 cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed among women in the US. Here we offer a roundup of brands that have committed to supporting various organizations during Breast Cancer Month. Support them and you will be supporting your mothers, sisters, friends . . . almost certainly, someone you know has been touched by this devastating disease.
Ouidad’s Curls for a Cure program matches all donations up to $50,000 throughout 2009. Plus Ouidad underwrites all credit card processing fees and administration costs.
In honor of October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, DermaQuest will donate a portion of proceeds from the sale of each Glyco Hand and Body Cream to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF”>, a non-profit whose donations support the finest and most promising research projects around the world. From August 1, 2009 through November 1, 2009, a portion of each purchase of DermaQuest Glyco Hand and Body Cream ($41″> will be donated to BCRF in support of their mission to achieve prevention and a cure for breast cancer through research at leading medical centers worldwide and increased public awareness about breast health. Glyco Hand and Body Cream is paraben-free and created to make women (and men”> look and feel good about themselves. The product features Alpha Hydroxy Acids, hyaluronic acid and Shea Butter to rejuvenate and provide deep moisture to the skin, making it feel soft, smooth and supple.
Now you can look and feel like a celebrity! Jane Iredale of Iredale Mineral Cosmetics has developed a new lipstick shade. Christina PureMoist Lipcolour, named in honor of actress and breast cancer survivor Christina Applegate, comes in a universally flattering pink shade you’re sure to love. With each $19 lipstick sold, Iredale Mineral Cosmetics will donate $2 to Living Beyond Breast Cancer. The company has already committed to donating a minimum of $25,000 from this promotion to LBBC in 2009.
During Breast Cancer Awareness month, Mama Mio will give one dollar for every website purchase of Boob Tube in the USA to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation and one pound for every website purchase of Boob Tube in the UK and worldwide to Breast Health International.
gloMinerals’ gloMarvelous in Pink Kit was created in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, with 20% of its sales going to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Kit includes gloBronze in Kiss and gloLiquid Lips in Pinnk Ginger.
Kenra will make a flat donation of $25,000 to City Of Hope, a leading research and treatment institution for cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Kenra’s Volume Spray 25 limited-edition pink can is available in upscale U.S. salons.
Show your support for those who are fighting in a fun and special way. The Pink Hair for Hope program from SO.CAP.USA, encourages folks to go to a participating local salon and have a lock of SO.CAP’s signature pink hair extension added to your own locks for a $10 donation. Lasting Oct. 31, all proceeds of this campaign will go to the National Breast Cancer Foundation to help fund breast cancer research. To find a SO.CAP.USA Hair Extensions ‘Pink Hair For Hope’ participating salon near you, call 877-855-4247
Check out this special-edition Pink Grapefruit version of The Body Deli’s best-selling body scrubs ($32″> in honor of breast cancer’s signature color…pink! Sweet-smelling, 100% chemical-free, formulated with rich African Shea, Cocoa and Virgin Coconut Butter. Extra fine grain sea salt is used to create a gentle exfoliating skin polish that refines and smoothes the skin. $6 of every unit sold ($32 for a scrub”> will be donated to a local California cancer charity, Gilda’s Club, on behalf of The Body Deli.
In what could only be described as a perfect fit, Dermelect Cosmeceuticals is donating 100% of October sales of its Cleavage Contour Cream ($40″> to the Young Survival Coalition. The Cleavage Contour Cream revitalizes, tones, and moisturizes entire décolleté area, leaving it feeling amazing. Essential oils rejuvenate skin’s support structure to increase firmness of the bust, creating a better-contoured shape.
For the third year, OPI has created a Pink of Hearts Nail Lacquer ($8.50″> to support Susan G. Komen for the Cure to raise awareness of breast cancer during October. In 2009, OPI will donate $25,000 to Komen for the Cure. Pink of Hearts is a pretty, empowering light pink – a color meant to inspire and uplift. Each bottle features a special pink-ribbon cap wrap and will available this month at professional salons.
This October, DuWop’s Pink Shimmer Lip Venom takes on a new meaning, with a portion of the proceeds going to support the Cosmetic Executive Women Foundation’s Cancer & Careers program. Cancer & Careers is a revolutionary resource for working women with cancer, their employers, co-workers and caregivers that provides information and guidance for working women during and after cancer treatment. Featuring the same formula as the original bestselling Lip Venom, Pink Shimmer is infused with an extra sheen and light color, and is available for $17.
Aquage will donate 10% of each 10-oz bottle of Finishing Spray sold to the Susan G. Komen foundation, with a minimum donation of $83,000.
All profits from sales of Pravana’s Pure Light shampoo and conditioner combo benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
From Tigi, a $2 donation from each Wonderful Tonight overnight treatment sold will go to the Susan G. Komen Foundation..
Ouidad
After you’ve long lost your hair from cancer treatment, and finally start to see your hair inching its way back, you’ll likely notice it doesn’t look the same. Ouidad, “The Queen of Curls” and cancer survivor, offers these thoughts.
“Almost every woman, after losing their hair, when it grows back it’s almost always the opposite texture from what her hair was,” says Ouidad. “It’s because of the chemical reaction in your body from the treatments to kill the cancer.”
If you had tight curls before treatment, they may come back looser or even straight, she says. If you had loose curls, they may come back as tight coils. But the change is often not permanent, and your hair usually returns to its previous curl pattern within a year to 18 months. As the hair grows back, there is more to think about than adjusting to the new texture.
Here, Ouidad shares five steps to healthy hair for breast cancer survivors.
Be Patient
“Some women get their hair back very gray, then when it falls out and their regular hair starts to come back, little by little the color comes back,” Ouidad says. “So, try not to be anxious about it.”
Remember, your curly locks will usually go back to their normal color and curl pattern after the effect of chemotherapy on the hair follicle wears off.
Conditioning is Critical
If you never really got around to staying consistent with conditioning treatments in the past, it’s time to get diligent. Use a deep treatment every two weeks, in addition to your daily conditioner, Ouidad recommends.
“Even though it’s new hair, it’s not fully conditioned because internally you’re still dealing with cleansing yourself of the chemicals [from the cancer treatments],” she says.
Hold off on Highlights/Color
“Don’t start coloring your hair right away,” Ouidad says. “Wait at least one year. You want the new hair to have substantial growth. Again, it’s going to take a while as your body cleanses itself of the [treatment] chemicals.”
Try Helpful Hair Accessories
While your hair is growing, you’re grateful, but it’s just never seems to come in as quickly as you’d like. For the in-between stage, you can show off the growth you have, as you accessorize.
“You can do so many things with accessories. You can go with extensions or beautiful scarves,” Ouidad says.
Take the time to invest in a beautiful accessory, one that is special to you. Then, wear it in a creative way — and with pride!
Enjoy What You Have
Going through cancer treatments and losing your hair is a drastic and stressful time, so embrace the joy of being on the other side of it — even if your hair is different or grows exceptionally slow.
No matter the color, no matter how curly or straight, when it comes to your hair, Ouidad says: “Celebrate that it’s back!”
In honor of National Honey Month this September, please enjoy this conditioner recipe!
Honey Deep Conditioner
- Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
Mix honey with olive oil. Heat in microwave oven to melt and apply to wet or dry hair, then cover head with a very warm towel for half an hour while taking a warm, soothing bath, then shampoo off.
And, because we love you so much, a bonus face scrub recipe!
Simply Sweet Honey Face Scrub
- Ingredients
- 6 medium strawberries
- 1 small cactus fruit (optional”>
- 1/4 cup oatmeal (uncooked”>
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons grean tea, brewed
- 3 teaspoons natural sugar (raw sugar works well”>
Directions
Wash strawberries and remove stems. Peel cactus fruit and discard skin. Slice in quarters; set aside. Using food processor or blender, combine strawberries, cactus fruit, oatmeal, honey and green tea. Mix until pureed. Place in glass or rubber mixing bowl. Stir in sugar until completely mixed. Store in covered container in refrigerator for up to one week.
To use
Apply small amount to cheeks, forehead, chin and neck. Using fingertips, work product into skin, using circular motions. Repeat. Apply more product as needed until entire face and neck are covered. May be left on skin for 10 minutes as a mask or removed immediately. Rinse completely using tepid or cool water.
A consumer research company is conducting paid focus groups this fall, and they need people with curls! If you are a 3a, 3b, 3c, 4a, 4b, 4c or curlier they would love to talk to you, and pay you for it! Please send an email to researchingbeauty@gmail.com them to participate and/or inquire.
As we enter the fall season, it’s important that we do what we can to help prevent further damage that’s already been done over the summer. Luckily, the color trends we will be seeing this fall are conducive to rehabbing your hair — it’s going to be all about giving your natural hair color a chance to shine and staying away from the harsh colors and bright platinum shades that are most damaging to your hair.
“The days of striking, contrasting colors are gone this season,” explains celebrity stylist for Pantene, Hallie Bowman. “This fall people will be going back to their roots, or at least making it look that way. We’re going to see natural-looking tones to balance the more extreme hair styles that are going to be big, including mixed textures and nods to the 80s shapes.”
The Color Trends
Blond: Platinum blond is out and warmer, neutral tones are in. If you’re blond, Bowman recommends shades of sable, vanilla or mink. However, if you’re not ready to let go of your platinum locks, soften the look by adding some golden highlights.
Brunette: Reddish or bluish browns are out and warmer browns are in. Shades like deep chocolate and chestnut are going to be all-the-rage; it’s all about making your shade believable.
Redhead: Two words — true red. The key is to ask your stylist to stay away from blue and copper undertones, both of which reflect orange in the sunlight. One way to avoid orange is to add some highlights to cool down the shade.
Black: Stay away from blue undertones and go for ebony to keep the shade natural-looking.
Maintenance
Once you’ve achieved the shade you want, keeping your color looking fresh can be a challenge, but it doesn’t mean you have to spend a lot! Bowman recommends using a shampoo and conditioner system that is developed for color-treated hair, such as the ones from Pantene.
“I love the Pantene Expressions collection because it keeps hair color looking fresh, and helps reveal the three facets of hair color: tone, depth and vibrancy,” explains Bowman.
Jennifer Love Hewitt mixes romance, glamour, and boho with this style. We love the side twists and the slight messiness of the waves.
- Work a small amount of gloss cream onto damp hair to help prevent frizz and add intense shine. Part hair in the center and blow-dry straight with a round brush.
- Set hair in large rollers or use a large-barrel curling iron to get large loose waves, spraying hair with a thermal protectant priming spray as you create each wave
- Take two small portions of hair at the front of the head, on each side of the part, and twist them back, securing with a pin
- Coat fingers in more gloss cream and separate waves carefully, while lightly coating them with the cream. Keep some of the waves intact ·Spray hair with a dry hair spray to set the style
Products we recommend
Alterna’s Hemp with Organics Repair Gloss, $19
Alterna’s Caviar Styling Tonic, $26
Alterna’s TEN Hair Spray, $35
Celebrity stylist Oscar Blandi created Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ red carpet look for the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards. Here’s how you can get the look.
STEP 1: Prep damp hair with Oscar Blandi Jasmine Protein Mist. ($18″>
STEP 2: Apply Oscar Blandi Volumizing Spray from roots to ends to add volume.
STEP 3: Apply Oscar Blandi Wave Enhancing Spray from mid-length to ends to create a foundation for natural-looking waves.
STEP 4: Blow out hair, focusing on lifting the roots for volume, accentuating the natural side part.
STEP 5: Take a 3-inch barrel curling iron and hold it vertically. Starting just above the chin, curl the hair in small sections, keeping the crown smooth so waves cascade around the shoulder.
STEP 6: Finish entire look with Oscar Blandi Lacca Hairspray for volume and hold.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Waves were wonderful at the 2009 Emmy Awards last night in Los Angeles, as the stars eschewed the more formal looks of the Oscars and other award shows.
The look for the night was looser, more casual hair, and in many cases, shorter, less-formal dresses.
Waves were everywhere, from very casual to retro wavesets.
Some of our standby curlies opted for a different look last night, straightening their trademark curls. Christina Applegate cast off her lovely ringlets for a sleeker ‘do, as did Debra Messing. Julia Louise-Dreyfus opted for a bit of straightening, but left some curls intact.
The guys got into the spirit, too, with Ryan Kwanten, Justin Timberlake and Simon Baker sporting their curls.
Check out our gallery of curly celebs here.
Kate Gosselin
“You have a new hairstyle. It’s a first!” said Barbara Walters, as today’s show began.
Joy Behar added, “It looks cute!”
In an ongoing effort to better understand women’s beauty routines, L’Oréal, in its 100th year, commissioned an international usage survey. The research featured some unexpected findings about how women’s makeup habits are adapting in response to the recession; including how women are using makeup to get ahead at work.
The Beauty Barometer survey asked 4,000 women in the U.S. and four European countries about their cosmetic products and usage. And findings revealed that while women have changed the shades they purchase to be more “natural,” they won’t be giving up their favorite products anytime soon. Survey highlights include:
- Nearly half of U.S. women surveyed believe wearing makeup gives them an advantage at work and makes them feel more in control.
- Four out of 10 U.S. women are wearing more neutral shades and a more natural makeup style than before the recession.
- The majority of women surveyed believe wearing makeup makes them feel more self-confident, and even more believe that wearing makeup improves their self-image (82 percent and 86 percent respectively”>.
Proving that beauty is recession-proof, nine out of 10 women in the United States and Europe reported no change in makeup usage despite the economic crisis.
Women won’t compromise on their hair either — when it comes to saving money, most U.S. women surveyed (63 percent”> have not cut their hair to make it less expensive to maintain.
The uber-hip web site Ideal Bite—dedicated to creating a more sustainable world—offers a selection of green choices for hair appliances. “Draining less power and utilizing greener-than-average materials such as bamboo and non-PVC plastic, these products show that a good hair day doesn’t have to mean a bad day for the planet,” the site tells us. Check out their report here!
Farouk Shami
Farouk Shami, 66, founder and board chairman of Faorouk Systems Inc., is pondering a run to replace Texas Governor Rick Perry. Shami says he wants to bring jobs to Texas and avoid raising taxes. He said Perry “is a wonderful person” but lacks business experience.
“I have the capability to run the state as a business,” said Shami, whose shampoos, hair dryers and flat irons are sold around the world under the BioSilk and CHI brands. “People are tired of politicians.”
Shami has filed paperwork designating a campaign treasurer but said he hasn’t decided whether to run.
As Perry heads into a Republican primary battle with Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, Shami would join a Democratic field that includes humorist Kinky Friedman, former state legislator Tom Schieffer, former statewide candidates Hank Gilbert and Mark Thompson and educator Felix Alvarado.
Shami donated more than $24,000 to Friedman’s independent campaign for governor in 2006, when Friedman referred to Shami as his Palestinian barber. Now, Shami said Friedman doesn’t seem serious.
In 1986, about three decades after his arrival in the United States, Shami invented ammonia-free hair color products after discovering he was allergic to ammonia. That was the start of his company, which went on to become the official hair care sponsor of the Miss Universe, Miss USA and Miss Teen USA pageants. The Houston Chronicle reported in 2008 that Farouk’s sales the year before were $1 billion.
If you’re hating your hair just now, you might want to enter Kronos new “I Loathe My Locks” video contest.
To enter, become a fan of Kronos on Facebook. Then post your YouTube Video or picture (with a comment on why you should win”> on the Kronos Fan Page wall.
Three winners will receive a trip to Los Angeles for a professional photo/video shoot and makeover by celebrity stylist Dusty Simington.
Deadline is October 23.
When asked what would you rather have: more money, more friends, or more hair? 59% of survey takers chose “more hair,” according to a new online survey conducted by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, a non-profit voluntary organization of over 700 hair restoration doctors.
