Viviscal Hair Loss Treatment & Body Care

In Allure magazine's "Guide To Great Hair" (Nov. 2011) _{pg 107} Viviscal is suggested  by celebrity hair stylist Mark Townsend  as a solution for a fan who asks how to make your hair grow faster.

This article featured on www.stylist.com on 2/7/12 and was written  By DANA OLIVER. 

My last hairstylist worked just one block away from my apartment. It was convenient on those Saturday mornings I'd wake up really late, but I dreaded the close proximity once I started seeing another beautician behind her back.

I dodged follow-up calls and took longer walking routes all because I was afraid to confront her about spending too many hours in the salon or being heavy-handed with curl defining creams. Luckily, my hair is in much better hands, but a part of me wishes I would have opened up about things going bad. 

At some point or another, you may have broken up with your hairdresser or tried to and ended up not loving your locks as much. Take back control with these expert tips on how to cut ties without coming to blows.

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Give a heads up
When you call to schedule your next hair appointment, that is a great time to mention any issues you'd like to discuss. Jodyne Speyer, author of "Dump 'Em: How to Break Up With Anyone From Your Best Friend to Your Hairdresser," recommends being as specific as you can. For example you can say, "I noticed that this last haircut grew out a lot faster than the previous ones" or "The color had more yellow than usual."

Set a "get it right" deadline
Speyer points out that it is key to remember everyone has an off day and that your hairdresser wants you to leave their chair happy. Allow them to fix the problem, as this lays the groundwork should you decide to dump them later. Your next salon visit should show that any or all issues are corrected, adds celebrity hairstylist David Babaii, the pro behind Gwyneth Paltrow, Nicole Kidman and Olivia Wilde's red carpet looks. "If you don't like something, speak up. If you do like it, it is always nice to hear."

Trust your instincts
No one knows your best hair better than you, says Vivian Diller, Ph.D, New York City-based clinical psychologist and co-author of "Face It," a book about the psychology of beauty as we age. "I've heard of people who decide to leave a hairstylist and think they may be punished or feel as though they've breached an implicit trusting relationship. Yet, that switch is sometimes needed."

Babaii believes that cutting your hairdresser loose is definitely valid if they are constantly late for your appointment, not styling your hair as requested, avoiding your concerns or even talking on the phone and texting while doing your hair.

Say it simple
Women tend to over talk when it comes to dumping service providers, according to Speyer. She adds, "There are usually one or two reasons why we are not happy. Stick to those, pepper it with kindness and do not confuse things by bringing other issues into the equation." And if your stylist starts to cry or get upset, hear them out and don't react to their anger with more anger.

If you struggle with confrontation, try sending them a card that wishes them well, but lets them know you've decided to move on and do thank your hairdresser for the years you've had together.

Posted by Niki McGloster on Feb 1, 2012 on http://www.vibevixen.com/2012/02/celebrity-hairstylist-nadia-vassell-shares-tips-on-becoming-a-naturalista/

The celebrity hairstylist and weave guru Nadia Vassell(who admittedly swears by Mizani products) has worked her magic on the tresses of actress Tika Sumpter and singers Chrisette Michele and Ashanti. The Jamaican-born entrepreneur decided to take her natural skills and foster her craft in the Big Apple, tucked away in her Lower East Side salon. As well, she saw a void in the market for quality extensions. We’ve all seen the tangled and mangled mess of a weave that sheds, so Miss Vassell (with Tika Sumpter in tow) headed to India and created Haven Hair Extensions. Now renamed to NV Hairextensions for brand consistency, the premium line is a guaranteed no shedding, no tangling brand.

Taking a trip to her intimate hair boutique myself, I decided to tap the boss Vixen for a few tips on transitioning from relaxed hair to natural. Although going natural is trendy this days, it’s actually a lot healthier for your hair (especially if you workout all the time)! Nadia shares her top three suggestions to getting the job done:

1. You can be bold and cut it all off, however I rarely go for this choice, most women, even me as a hairstylist , I cringe at the thought of cutting off my hair that took a very long time to grow.

2. Trim the relaxed ends every six weeks, you can also do a soft press, probably once a month, moisturize, deep condition.  Some people feel as if their hair will break off if they don’t go for the cut it all off option.  But that’s not the case, with proper hair care regiments, you can reduce the possibility of breakage.

3. Opt for protective styles, which includes weaves and braiding. Any style that will keep you from doing anything redundant and harsh to your own hair.  A weave, for example, is fun. You can experiment with colors, lengths and a variety of styles.  A weave can last from 2-3 months with proper care and choosing an expert who is experience enough.

Of course with our great tips out the way, we asked the hair goddess which styles are easy for the on-the-go Vixen. She says:

Easy to do hairstyles for the everyday woman can depend on her lifestyle. Big barrel bouncy curls is ideal for work, or pull your hair to your favorite side and create a low pony.  After work, just let loose, be free and sexy.