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Mischo Beauty Pick: Oribe Hair Care

If you love hair as much as I do, then you know who Oribe is, right? And if you don't, Google him now! His new range of hair care products cover the spectrum of hair types and needs and are available here.

Disclosure: Products in this post were provided for consideration by the company. For more information, please see my disclosure.

Mischo Beauty School: Understanding Your Hair Type (A Lesson from Oprah's Hairstylist)

It makes me cringe when I hear that hair is still being defined by race, I mean it is 2011, right? Well this week's "Ask Mischo Beauty..." prompted my sharing with you, again, the term "hair type" which was originated by Oprah's hairstylist, Andre Walker. In his book "Andre Talks Hair!", he states the following:

"Stop reading fashion magazines that tell you there's just one hair type if you're African-American, Asian, or whatever. Forget about race- there's no such thing as "black" hair or "Asian" hair or even "Caucasian" hair. And, please, please, please, let's retire forever those antiquated stereotypes about "good" hair versus "bad" hair. The fact is, everyone has "good" hair - you just have to know how to take care of your hair type."

And so he goes on to break hair type down into the following categories (there are subtypes within each category, such as A, B, C, etc.):

Type 1: Straight Hair: Hair holds no curl or wave, but has lots of shine.

Type 2: Wavy Hair: Hair tends to be coarse, with a definite "S" shape pattern.

Type 3: Curly Hair: Hair is very fine in texture; definite loopy "S" pattern.

Type 4: Kinky Hair: Hair is very fragile; very tightly coiled/curled.

Any questions? What's your hair type? Love your hair.

Mischo Beauty School: Understanding Your Hair Type (A Lesson from Andre Walker)

If you watched Oprah's "Ultimate Favorite Things" show a few weeks ago, then you know by now that her hairstylist, Andre Walker, has finally released a collection of hair care products which are formulated to work with all hair types and textures. Well, I'm dying to try them and as soon as I do, I'll let you know my thoughts!

But in the meantime, I wanted to share with you all a post on "hair types" from almost two years ago. I was first introduced to the concept after reading through a few hair forums. Yes, I'm a licensed cosmetologist, but I'd never heard the term - neither in cosmetology school, or in any of my cosmetology textbooks. I guess the closest to what I'd learned about "hair type" was hair texture.

A reader asked a question about hair types here, and I followed up with this post. Andre is credited with originating this term and in his book "Andre Talks Hair!", he states the following:

"Stop reading fashion magazines that tell you there's just one hair type if you're African-American, Asian, or whatever. Forget about race- there's no such thing as "black" hair or "Asian" hair or even "Caucasian" hair. And, please, please, please, let's retire forever those antiquated stereotypes about "good" hair versus "bad" hair. The fact is, everyone has "good" hair - you just have to know how to take care of your hair type."

And so he goes on to break hair type down into the following categories (there are subtypes within each category, such as A, B, C, etc.):

Type 1: Straight Hair: Hair holds no curl or wave, but has lots of shine.

Type 2: Wavy Hair: Hair tends to be coarse, with a definite "S" shape pattern.

Type 3: Curly Hair: Hair is very fine in texture; definite loopy "S" pattern.

Type 4: Kinky Hair: Hair is very fragile; very tightly coiled/curled.

Ok, so there you have it- according to Andre! Now the book is full of tips on solving hair issues, finding the right stylist, choosing a haircut and a whole lot more. I definitely recommend checking it out!

Any questions? Love your hair.

Mischo Beauty Covers Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week: Redken & Marc Jacobs Spring 2011

My favorite collection this season is, without a doubt (seriously, this collection is ME!), Marc Jacobs' Spring 2011 collection. The overall look was "70's glam" and I love how Guido Palau for Redken was able to completely capture the decade in the look he created for the hair.

A combination of curling, crimping, brushing and teasing were used along with Redken's Thickening Lotion and Quick Dry Instant Finishing Hairspray. Soooooo are you loving the look as much as I am?

photos: vogue.com

Mischo Beauty Covers Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week: Moroccanoil & Carolina Herrera Spring 2011

Celebrity hairstylist Orlando Pita, for Moroccanoil, lead the hair for Carolina Herrera's Spring 2011 collection. Two looks were created for the models (both with side parts)- one a straight ponytail and the other a looped ponytail. Each ponytail look was covered in barrettes to match the models' hair.

Orlando used Moroccanoil's Styling Cream and Oil Treatment to prep the models' hair, and finished each look with Luminous Hair Spray and Shine Spray.

I love that the hair beautifully complemented Carolina Herrera's inspiration for her collection- "the traditional clothes of Korea, and the botanical plates collected in the eighteenth century". So what are your thoughts on the hair? Love the barrettes?

photos: style.com & vogue.com

Mischo Beauty Superstar of the Week: Keith Campbell: The Hair Architect

Earlier today I saw that celebrity hairstylist and Mischo Beauty Superstar- Keith Campbell tweeted the most amazing Twitpics of a client's haircut and color that knocked me off of my feet! Yes, it took my breath away and this is the reason why, yet again, he's been named the Mischo Beauty Superstar of the Week!

And what I love most about Keith is that he can cut, color and style every hair texture, like hairstylists are supposed to be able to do, and do well! That's one of my biggest pet peeves with hairstylists today.... end vent! On another note, my beauty editor, Ayanna, created the Twitter hashtags #BEAUTYisTRUTH and #BEAUTYisART, which we use for the obvious reasons. And Keith's work is such an amazing example of both.

Redheads are really the new bombshells, but then again we've always been bombshells, haven't we {I know, I'm biased- hehehe ;}? ! Love her new hair as much as I do? Let me know!

photos: Keith Campbell

Mischo Beauty Alert: Phyto's "Unleash Your Creativity" VIP Runway Show!

If you're in Chicago this weekend and love hair (especially haircolor!) as much as I do- then you need to check this event out! Celebrity hairstylist Andy Lecompte (LOVE his portfolio and his salon!) will be sharing styling tips, and you'll have the opportunity to check out the new Subtil Hair Color collection. Learn more here!

And if you attend, you must let us know how it was!

Mischo Beauty Superstar of the Week: Oscar James

My love for hair is what started this blog and so it's only right for me to introduce you all to the "Mischo Beauty Superstar" of the week, Oscar James. He's an amazing celebrity hairstylist I've been following for quite some time now. You may recognize his hairstyling genius on clients such as Tyra, Iman, Halle Berry and Veronica Webb- to name just a few!

He's styled hair for ad campaigns such as Revlon, L'Oreal, Pantene and SoftSheen-Carson. Check out his amazing portfolio here, as well as his website. Oh, and you can see him in action over on Sam Fine's blog. Be sure to let me know what you think in the comments section!

Mischo Beauty Superstar of the Week: Keith Campbell: The Hair Architect

This week's "Mischo Beauty Superstar" is celebrity hairstylist, Keith Campbell. Now when I tell you that Keith's work speaks for itself- It. Speaks. For. Itself! And if you don't believe me, take a look at his portfolio and you'll agree. He works on celebrities (Tracee Ellis Ross, Nia Long, Eva Pigford, etc.), styles ad campaigns, does tons of editorial work, commercials- and the list goes on and on.

What I love most about Keith is that he's mastered every texture of hair (and no I'm not referring to "good hair", "black hair", "white hair"- because we all know those terms are incorrect by now- right?). He effortlessly styles hair types 1-4, without a blink of an eye. And his cuts, color, weaves and updos are nothing less than perfection! And yes, he does still do hair out of his salon in New Jersey- oh, and he's got a new blog over on Essence.com.

So now you hopefully see why I HEART him so much, and why he's been my "Mischo Beauty Hairstylist of the Month" (check the left-hand column) for like ever!!! Be sure to visit his website, check out his blog and follow him on Twitter! Enjoy.

Love his work? Let me know!