Time for Spring Cleaning! Clarifying and Pravana Deep Shine Conditioning Treatment for $25.

Square Bob

The bob is a classic that never goes out of style. It works for almost any face shape. This year the bob will take on more of a square shape that is slightly rounded toward the front. Here’s one example, but each cut will be unique based on the length and texture of hair, as well as the client’s personality.

Twisted Hair

Last year was all about the braid. Consider 2012 the year of the twist. Twisted hair was seen all over the runways during fashion week, so it’s likely we’ll see them in everyday street styles as well. The possibilities for wearing twists are endless. They’re great for casual daily wear and for formal events. Plus, they’re easier to do than  most braided styles. They can also be incorporated into both long and shorter hair.

Notice Me Bangs

Forget wispy or piece-y. This year’s bangs will be bold and noticeable. Think Zooey Deschanel. This year’s bangs will be blunt and will draw attention to beautiful eyes and cheek bones. Get ready to express your unique style with a bangin’ bang. And don’t worry. It’s likely that you can pull off the look of bangs. Don’t hesitate to see us for a consultation. That’s what we’re here for!

Smooth, Undone Waves

Unlike last year’s beachy waves, we’ll be seeing more bendy type waves this year. Not perfect, round waves, but ones that look natural and start toward the middle of the hair shaft. This new wavy look works best on middle to longer length hair. You can get these smooth wavy locks yourself. Just prep with mousse on damp hair, flip hair to blow dry and dry with a round brush. Finally, curl only from the middle to the ends of hair. Voila!

Let us help you find the perfect variation on this year’s trend for your unique style – your VitaStile! Give us a call. We’ll be happy to set up a consultation. We can even recommend the best products for your new ‘do. We want to help give you a confidence boost for 2012!

We know we owe all our success to you all, our loyal and beautiful friends. Thank you so much for making 2011 a success and a joy for us here at VitaStile. We wish you the most joyous of holidays with your loved ones. We hope you get everything you want, including happiness and love! Merry Christmas from VitaStile!

And for you gorgeous gals still getting ready for holiday parties, don’t forget New Year’s Eve is right around the corner. Here are some articles on holiday hair and makeup from Cosmo magazine to help you out. Enjoy!

Hot Party Hair

Holiday Hair and Makeup Inspiration

4 New Party Makeup Looks

Don’t forget you can still get buy one, get one 50% off gift certificates until the end of December. January’s promotion is a good one, too. Get 10% off your first salon service of the year. Happy holidays!

We’ve currently got a great special going on for November – Free Eyebrow Arching. It’s only available for a few more days, so give us a call. And for the busy, party-filled month of December, we’ve got an awesome promotion coming up – Buy 1, Get 1 50% off Gift Certificates! One for you and one for a friend. Can’t beat that. You know you and your loved ones deserve it.

Again, we at VitaStile NC and PA  wish you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy spending time with family and friends. Giving thanks is what this time of year is all about, and we’re truly thankful for you. We hope to see you soon!

How long have you been doing hair, and how did you get into it?

I’ve worked in a salon for 10 1/2 years but I have been licensed for 9 years. I got into it because of my cousin, Jackie. She opened a salon my senior year of high school and i played basketball so she was willing to work will my schedule. I began assisting her and fell in love with the atmosphere, so i went to beauty school.

Have you always been with VitaStile?

No I worked for my cousin for 6 years and for another salon for 2 1/2 years and have now been at Vitastile for 2 years.

You also are an educator for L’Oreal. Tell us about that? What kinds of people do you teach and at what sorts of salons?

My position is called an LSEC. It stands for L’Oreal Sales and Education Coordinator. My position is to manage the education for all L’oreal Professionnel elite salons in Western PA.  At the beginning of the year I have a meeting with the salon owner and set up their educational plans for the entire year. Their purchases determine what education they get. Salons get training from local educators including myself, as well as Portfolio Artists from all over the United States. L’Oreal Professionnel is all about education, so even salons that don’t meet an elite level can have some in salon training or attend local events such as the L’Oreal Professionnel Masters Program that I teach in Cranberry.  I also manage and train the other local educators.  I teach stylists ranging from beauty school to stylists that have been in the industry for over 40 years.

I know you also have a lot going on in your personal life. Aren’t you planning a wedding?

Yes!! I got married on October 1. It was amazing!! Lots of planning (which was hard w/ only 1 day off) but well worth it! We followed that with a honeymoon to Cancun   We also have a new addition to our family…our new puppy, Roxy   so i have a newborn too!

How do you keep up with it all? Any advice?

Well, I have my moments when I feel like i’m taking on too much, but I love what I do. I am a VERY organized person..I think I have OCD with organization :)  So that’s what really helps me keep up with it all and I have a very supportive husband that helps out tremendously around the house!!   I educate Monday through Wednesday and give 100% to that those 3 days, and I work in the salon Thursday through Saturday and give 100% to my clients those days. I try to keep them separate so I divide my time fairly. They do work hand-in-hand though because educating helps me and Vitastile stay current with the latest trends for our clients.  I’d rather do it all now while i’m young and able

My advice is to always make time for yourself and for family.   Work to live..don’t live to work.   And most importantly to trust God because he won’t give you more than you can handle. Anytime I doubt myself or my jobs and that I’m doing to much I ask God for a sign or help and he ALWAYS shows me the way!

We’d like to spread the word about the services we offer at VitaStile and be able to help even more clients. We could really use your help to spread the word. Word of mouth is one of the best, most effective ways of advertising. There are a few websites that allow customers to write reviews of businesses so that potential customers can see how happy current clients are with the establishment. It only takes a few minutes to write a review at one of these sites. Would you be willing to help us by writing a review of your VitaStile salon?

The first of these websites is Citysearch. Citysearch allows users to read reviews and find information on businesses in their geographic area. In fact, VitaStile PA has been awarded a spot in the “Best of Citysearch.” Stop by and check out the site. Feel free to write a review of the PA salon or the NC salon there. Everyone’s familiar with the Yellow Pages, but did you know that there’s a website for the Yellow Pages that offers information on local establishments and help finding good deals? They do, and it’s a pretty cool site. You can find anything there, including reviews. We’d love it if you’d consider review VitaStile PA or VitaStile NC. Finally, another great review site we know of is Superpages. It’s another awesome place on the web to go for the latest weather and information on shopping and services. Please consider reviewing us there as well, VitaStile PA or our new North Carolina location.

Thank you so much for your consideration and for always supporting us at VitaStile. We have the best clients, and we love you all! Your kind words and reviews mean the world to us.

Going red is a bold move and an undeniable statement. Celebrities, like Rihanna and Kirsten Dunst, try it at least once in their career, and now it is your turn. Be bold and make the shift to red this fall season. Serge Normant at John Frieda master colorist David John has all the tips for your transition into auburn territory.  

David hooked three women up with new red looks and all three went from drab to fab on behalf of their tread to red.

Red Will Work on You: Reds can be adjusted to fit almost anyone. Although the color typically works well on people with freckles and cooler skin tones, the red hue can be tailored for everyone. From light to dark shades, cool blue-based reds to warm coppery tones and bright to more subtle tones, you can find a red that will work for you!

Maintain the Color: After the switch, be sure to use a sulfate-free shampoo or one created specifically for colored hair. Reds do tend to fade faster than any other color, so beware. You can also freshen up the color with tinted conditioners like John Frieda’s Color Magnifying Daily Conditioner with Anti-Fading Agents. Another trick is to do a vinegar rinse in the shower to seal the cuticle and lock in the color.

Go For It: Don’t be afraid to go red – there is a way to make it work for you. If you are hesitant to go all-over red, try multiple-tonal red highlights as a start. Red is in this fall, so don’t hesitate. Make the switch and rock the red!

About David John
A superb, Los Angeles-based stylist, David John has over 16 years experience in the hair industry. Currently at the uber-chic Serge Normant at John Frieda Salon in West Hollywood, this Wisconsin-native is highly involved in creating all aspects of style. His philosophy is that hair should be kept fresh with subtle styling changes, and always be current, fashionable and flattering. His innovative styling techniques and eye for his craft have allowed him to establish himself as a true artist respected in the hair industry.

About Serge Normant at John Frieda
The Serge Normant at John Frieda salon is famed for their world-class staff, beautiful design and celebrity clientele. The beautiful LA location, located at 8440 Melrose Place in West Hollywood, CA offers renowned services, experienced stylists and accomplished colorists in a chic yet comfortable atmosphere. Serge Normant is undeniably one of the leading hairstylists in the fashion industry today, with a resume boasting regular bookings for covers of Harper’s Bazaar, W, Allure and Vogue. Visit www.sergenormantjohnfrieda.com for more information.

VitaStile Even Pampers the Little Ones

Longer Lasting

This is the biggest selling point of this nail polish. It should last you at least two weeks without chipping, smudging or cracking. It’s likely to last longer, especially for pedicures. As busy women, we don’t have time to be painting our nails every other day or heading to the salon for frequent manicures.

Shorter Dry Time

A UV light is used between coats of this gel polish that cures each layer. It only takes a few minutes to dry, and then it’s done. No worry about smudges, chips or cracks. Nothing is more frustrating than walking out of the salon and smudging your newly polished manicure or having it chip off within a couple of days.

More Economical

Because a manicure with Eco Soak Off gel polish doesn’t smudge or chip right away, it’s a much better value for your money. Think about it. A manicure that lasts two weeks or more breaks down to a much smaller cost per day than one that will only last a week at most. Even in today’s economy, we still want to try ourselves. Won’t it be reassuring to know you’re getting value for your money?

Less Damaging

This nail polish is so much less damaging than acrylics. It can be placed on your natural nails and will not harm your nails. No more dealing with soft, sensitive nails after having acrylics removed. You’ll be able to enjoy a strong coat of nail polish that lasts without destroying your natural nails.

So are you as excited about this new nail innovation as we are? We can hardly wait to share more details with you. As soon as our product arrives at VitaStile, we’ll let you know more about price, color availability, etc. But we just think it’s such a great product that we couldn’t wait to tell you about it now. Look for more information to come on our Facebook page or call the salon for details.