Why Hairstylists Hate New Boxed Haircolor?

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GLAM MORE, FEAR LESS: eSalon, a new hair care company specializing in hair color,  says they are fast becoming a target for outraged stylists: “Hairstylists have written us angry letters saying, ‘How could you do this? We’re losing clients because of you!’”

Maybe it’s because eSalon provides that same salon service, but at home. They offer clients the full treatment: affordable hair color for home use, with the personal guidance of a professional colorist, and it doesn’t cost you a fortune.

eSalon is nothing like the one-size-fits-all boxed hair color you get at a drugstore. Instead, they provide custom blended hair color like you’d get in a salon. They use salon-grade ingredients that leave hair soft, shiny and provide excellent gray coverage. The personalized pigment even has your name on the bottle, because it’s made for you and no one else.

Here’s what ‘Trying to Be A Frugual Mom’ blogger had to say about the product:

“I learned about eSalon.com a few weeks ago.  I admit, I was very very hesitant to try them but after my last experience and the fact I refused to have family pictures taken due to color of my hair, I was willing to try it.  What could I lose right? I signed up for an account online and added a picture of myself.  I was able to pick what color I wanted to be and answered a few questions.  I was called the next day by one of the colorists and I sent her another picture, this time outside.   I was able to have a consult with my colorist, Gloria.  I was told they would be sending me two bottles of developer and explained to me why that was needed.  Less then a week later I received my kit that was designed JUST FOR ME!!!! This was the most PERFECT process EVER!  There was NO smell!!  The hair color directions were so easy and easy to follow.  Everything I needed was provided.  The application time was minimal.  And most importantly, I LOVE MY COLOR!! I haven’t liked my box color or salon hair color in a long time. I couldn’t stress to you more that if you color your own hair or if you pay at a salon to have your hair professionally colored, you must try eSalon.com! “

And for a total hassle-free experience, each hair color order is delivered right to your door for under $20. That’s a far cry from the $100-plus you would pay at a salon!

Just ask eSalon’s colorists how jealous some can get: “It’s so bad, we’re sometimes reluctant to tell other colorists what we do. But mostly we’re proud of the service we provide for busy, professional women.”

Customized color truly makes a difference. eSalon already has a handful of high-profile mentions under their belt. InStyle Magazine named it “Best of the Web” and Total Beauty voted it “Best Hair Color” for 2013, plus it’s received kudos from Lucky Magazine and Good Housekeeping.

It even comes with a professional coloring brush, gloves, stain guard, stain remover, and shampoo & conditioner – in addition to the guidance of expert colorists. Plus to top it off, eSalon has a special offer for new customers: Get your first custom color kit for only $9.95* (a 50% savings!), with a full money-back guarantee.

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More Than Skin Deep: A Film About Aging And Self-Esteem

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After spending a summer volunteering at the Jewish Home for the Elderly in Fairfield, Connecticut, filmmaker David Gaynes returned to direct and produce the provocative, but brief More Than Skin Deep: A Documentary About Self-Esteem, Aging, and Hairdressing. The Jewish Home for the Elderly is home to 300 female residents. Of these 300, approximately 298 women have regular appointments at the beauty shop located within the nursing home. More Than Skin Deep is a unique exploration of the importance that this weekly ritual has in the life of the facility’s residents, all of whom are women between the ages of 80 and 100.

“Hair is an important part of your body,” says one resident. Taking care of this body part is an important and obvious outcome of going to the beauty shop. However, Gaynes’ focus on six distinctive residents makes it clear that going to the beauty shop is good for the residents’ mental as well as physical health. Sandy, the beauty shop manager, says that looking good makes the women feel better. The beauty shop staff obviously cares about their elderly clients and often the older women will tell the beauticians about aspects of their lives they do not otherwise divulge.

Keeping the regular beauty shop appointments provides an opportunity for the residents to circumvent their usual routine of taking medications, playing bingo, or going to concerts. The staff’s regular interactions with the aged women ease some of the burden of being lonely. The staff speaks respectfully of the residents, demonstrating and delivering concern and even physical affection. They provide another benefit – perhaps the best one articulated in Gaynes’ film – a connection not just to others outside the home, but to that part of the residents that resides in the past with their youth and physical beauty.

Though More Than Skin Deep focuses on this particular diversion from the routine of living in a nursing home, it does not evade the complex issues associated with growing older. The six residents talk about their physical limitations and infirmities – arthritis, senility, hearing loss, depression and osteoporosis, especially common in women. They speak directly of personal loss and loneliness, and most have accepted the inevitability of their own death. In fact, the six women at the heart of the documentary seem to embrace the standard concerns of the elderly more easily as a result of keeping their regular appointments at the beauty shop. In this way, More Than Skin Deep communicates a powerful message about how truly simple pleasures can easily improve the daily severity of nursing home life.

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Beauty & The Blood Sugar: Neon French Tips

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GLAM MORE FEAR LESS: There comes a point in all of our lives when we come to a stark realization: diabetes sometimes isn’t very fun. The realities of day-to-day self-care are challenging, and setbacks common. When something goes wrong, resist the urge to mentally beat up on yourself. “Give yourself permission to be a human being and not a human doing,” says Karl D. La Rowe, a licensed clinical social worker and mental health investigator in Oregon. When you catch yourself mentally berating yourself for some supposed failing, replace your negative thoughts with the phrase “I am doing the best I know how to do. When I know a better way and can do it, I will.”

Take a minute to “GLAM MORE, FEAR LESS!” by treating yourself to a Divabetic beauty boost. One of hottest and cheapest attitude accessories is: cool, eye-catching nails. Fun and crazy nails are all the rage right now. Just hop on Pinterest and you will see hundreds of pictures of nail art inspiration especially on one of Divabetic’s boards.

Here’s a great idea that’ll have your fingers looking oh so chic come next season—or even starting right now: bright and happy neon french tips. I think they are so great. They instantly add a pop to a boring work outfit and can be an easy way to try the trend if you’re not sure you really want to commit.

Traditional french mani’s are the classic go-to for one and all when you want to look polished, right? So why not add a little splash of color to this plain-jane look? Neon is perfect! Neon polish can be fun, but if you want to tone things down at bit, try a neon French tip.

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Worst Dressed at the Met Gala 2013

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Let’s have some fun and play “Lend, Buy or Burn!” Fashion Game with the worst Red Carpet looks at the Met Gala. The party’s theme: ‘Punk: Chaos to Couture’ inspired a bevy of style stars, from models to designers to Hollywood’s A-list to dress up in plenty of studding, black leather and perhaps a few mohawks. What were they thinking?

The ageless Material Girl, Madonna was spotted in a brunette bob on the Red Carpet wearing  just a grey studded tartan jacket, she eschewed a skirt or trousers for a  fishnet body stocking, hold-up stockings and pink suede stilettos by Casadei. Emma Watson wore a black silk crepe back satin hand-draped gown from Prabal Gurung‘s Fall-Winter 2013 collectio

To play the game, Lend, Buy or Burn!  you must decide:

1. Which dress you would LEND to a friend
2. Which dress you would BUY for yourself
3. Which dress you would BURN with a match?!

Whether you look your best, or you look like a mess on the Red Carpet – we think you’re a still a ‘winner’ for going after your dreams.

RED CARPET ROUND UP: Diabetes Roundtable podcast   http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/02/12/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-sally-field

Serve, Taste or Trash! Game at the Apollo Theater

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Met Gala: Lend, Buy or Burn! Fashion Game

Lend, Buy or Burn!

Let’s play “Lend, Buy or Burn!” Fashion Game with last night’s red hot Red Carpet looks at the Met Gala. The party’s theme: ‘Punk: Chaos to Couture’ inspired a bevy of style stars, from models to designers to Hollywood’s A-list to dress up in plenty of studding, black leather and perhaps a few mohawks.

Beyoncé, who served as the event’s honorary chair, arrived wearing a gown by Givenchy, the designer of the evening. But not just any Tisci gown would do. The strapless show-stopper featured elbow-length gloves, a lengthy orange train, grommet belt and matching thigh-high boots. “It’s all about the boots,” Beyoncé said.

Beyoncé confessed she was wearing a super-tight corset — so tight, in fact, that “I’m going to need scissors to cut the string.”

The night’s three wildest looks include Nina Dobrev in Monique Lhuillier, Beyonce in Givenchy and Katy Perry in Dolce & Gabbana for this Lend, Buy or Burn! Fashion Game. To play, you must decide:

1. Which dress you would LEND to a friend
2. Which dress you would BUY for yourself
3. Which dress you would BURN with a match?!

Whether you look your best, or you look like a mess on the Red Carpet – we think you’re a still a ‘winner’ for going after your dreams.

RED CARPET ROUND UP: Diabetes Roundtable podcast   http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/02/12/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-sally-field

Serve, Taste or Trash! Game at the Apollo Theater

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Anne Hathaway Goes ‘Blondie’ for Met Gala

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Oscar winning actress, Anne Hathaway stole the show when she bleached her blonde  and arrived with Valentino wearing a sexy black gown from the designer’s 1992 archives for the Met Gala last night.

Her playful pixie cut looked piecey and edgy  giving off a fierce vibe that corresponded perfectly with the PUNK theme, but we still can’t get over the shocking change in hair color.

Her dramatically lightened locks added exceptional interest to her gorgeous features, with major emphasis given to her smoky eye makeup.

“I don’t know if you can tell by looking at me but Debbie Harry was kind of an inspiration,” Hathaway said on the red carpet.

The 2013 Costume Institute Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art – better known as the Met Gala — is took place in New York last night. The theme of this year’s ball is “PUNK: Chaos To Couture.”

Beyonce was an honorary chair of the event for the annuel fête, which formally kicks off the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s yearly Costume Institute exhibit, always brings in a bevy of style stars, from models to designers to Hollywood’s A-list.

On the Red Carpe we spotted  plenty of studding, black leather and perhaps a few mohawks.

Serve, Taste or Trash! Game at the Apollo Theater

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Kim Kardashian’s Sexy Look at MTV Movie Awards

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Some of MTV’s freshest faces along some serious A-lister’s arrived at the 2013 MTV Movie Awards ready for a party. Host Rebel Wilson made sure to keep the crowd laughing with hilarious movie spoofs and a few shocking musical numbers.

Pregnant Kim Kardashian looked gorgeous in all black. The mother-to-be has received her fair share of criticism for her maternity wardrobe choices, but we think the reality star may have redeemed herself in the style department at the 2013 MTV Movie Awards.

The 32-year-old stepped onto the red carpet in a black LBD, complete with voluminous sleeves and a gold tassel necklace. It was a classic post-Kanye Kim look: black, tight and just a little high fashion. But tonight’s ensemble is different. Kim looks confident, sexy and fresh!

Tune in to Divabetic’s Diabetes Roundtable’s Mother Day Special on Tuesday, May  14, 2013, 6 -7 PM, to hear Image & Style Advisor, Catherine Schuller’s opinions on Kim’s various maternity looks. Catherine will play the fashion game,  Lend, Buy or Burn! with the happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic.

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Serve, Taste or Trash! Food Game at NYC’s Easter Parade

Meet the happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic at the Taking Control Of Your Diabetes Conference & Health Fair in Savannah, GA on Saturday, May 18, 2013. For more details visit: www.divabetic.org 

 

Does Drinking Alcohol Make Your Skin Look Older?

Whether it’s a night on the town with friends or a glass of wine with dinner, alcohol plays a role in the lives of many people living with diabetes.

Alcohol, along with caffeinated drinks like coffee and soda, will dehydrate you and deplete vital skin nutrients, making your skin appear dull. Doctors have also found that those who drink heavily tend to have less healthy diets, which can deprive the skin of necessary nutrients that keep it looking healthy and young

Drinking alcohol also causes facial blood vessels to dilate, and repeated overindulgence can cause the vessels to dilate permanently, causing red, spidery veins

And if you have a pre-existing skin condition, excessive alcohol use can worsen it.

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic talks with skin expert, Sue Perez on tomorrow night’s Diabetes Roundtable podcast inspired by Kathie Lee and Hoda with our featured topic, ‘Drinking Divas & Diabetes.’

Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb always seem to have a drink in hand for the fourth hour of The Today Show.  If you’re around a TV at 10 AM with nothing to do, you should be watching the fourth hour of Today filled with Hoda and Kathie Lee’s theater reviews, occasional dancing, wine reviews and women issues. It’s eclipsed The View as Divabetic’s favorite hour of mid-morning television.

RAISE YOUR GLASS: Diabetes Roundtable Inspired by Kathie Lee and Hoda on 4/9/2013 6:00 PMEDT #BlogTalkRadio  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/04/09/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-kathie-lee-and-hoda

LISTEN NOW:  Serve Taste or Trash! Food Game podcast featuring Chef Robert Lewis aka ‘The Happy Diabetic’, author Ginger Vieira, Central Farm Market Co-founders, Deb Moser and Mitchell Berliner, ‘The Queen of Green’ Ms. Aida Romaine and Laura from Chattanooga, TN: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/04/02/serve-taste-or-trash-game-2

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Serve, Taste or Trash! Food Game at Easter Parade in New York, NY

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Candy vs. Creativity during Holidays

Mr Divabetic at the Easter Parade

Candy overload is  an all-too common problem at sweet-centric holidays like Easter. You stocked up on Peeps weeks in advance, then grabbed another box or two while doing your Easter grocery shopping — for good measure.

But the holidays don’t have to be focused on candy if you use your imagination. There are plenty of ways to show off your creativity without having to make an extra trip to the dentist.

To help keep the cavities  at bay this holiday season why not alternate with Healthy Options? Opt for fresh fruits and veggies to keep your diet balanced. Reach for  dried pineapples, figs, raisins, dates or homemade trail mix  instead of fist fulls of jellybeans.

Easter is a time for rebirth, renewal—and some really colorful hats!  You can turn an ordinary chapeau into an Easter bonnet with a little creativity and some simple supplies. Glue more flowers on the rim of the brim, along with other accessories. These can include plastic eggs, plastic fruit, small bird, rabbit or chick stuffed animals, colorful dried sticks, ornamental pins, plastic or glass baubles, pieces of broken jewelry or dangling rhinestones. Your imagination is your only limit on these accessories.

Creativity wins this Easter challenge. The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic viewed some of the fanciest and funkiest Easter hats were on the scene at the Easter parade on Fifth Avenue in New York, NY. We’re still loving these hats!! Get happy, Stay Healthy

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Serve, Taste or Trash! Food Game at Easter Parade in New York, NY

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Eye Ball Tattoos: Disturbing New Beauty Trend:

Divas don’t let you kids don’t try this at home.

Face tattoos were so yesterday. Today the new trend in dancehall is eye ball tattoos. Yes,  their eye balls. People really are getting their peepers tattooed in more or less the same way that you would get any other part of your body inked.

Upcoming dancehall star Alkaline shows the world that a tattoo can be done on any part of the body including the eye ball.

The disturbing new trend is not only dangerous, but its scary looking. Perhaps someone is taking this whole demonic trend in dancehall a bit too serious.

To procedure includes injecting pigment, which is the exact same type you would use in a regular tattoo, into your eyeball.

To make matters worse Alkaline look like he is 12 years old and check out his single “Church Folks” below.

Article Source http://urbanislandz.com/2013/03/01/eye-ball-tattoos-the-new-trend-in-dancehall-photo/#ixzz2PUlQ56pf

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Easter Parade in NYC with Mr. Divabetic:

LISTEN NOW: Diabetes Roundtable Inspired by Melba Moore http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/03/12/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-melba-moore

Serve, Taste or Trash! Game at Easter Parade

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