Posts by Audrey
Change Your Tone!
Dear Audrey, Help! I colored my hair but the tone is off, and it is way too gold for me! Is there anything I can do to fix it without taking drastic measures? We have some great solutions for unwanted tones that are easier than you think! Let’s start with some basics! Light and Dark…
Read MoreSummertime Beauty Tips
Summertime… and the livin’ is easy… Make it so with helpful tips and tricks to keep you looking your best all summer long! First and foremost, SPF! I’m sure you are aware that any time is an excellent time to wear sunblock, but especially so if you plan on getting outdoors more often or are…
Read MoreDo You Know Your Skin Type?
Dear Audrey, I have dry skin, but in some places it gets oily. How can I tell what my skin type is? Navigating skin care can be tricky. Here is a guide to different skin types and their coordinating products to help you put your best face forward! NORMAL SKIN Few or no imperfections Not…
Read MoreHairbrush Makeover
Dear Audrey, I love my hairbrush, but it’s starting to look gross! Can it be cleaned and is there anything I can do to keep it from getting so dirty and fuzzy? Yes and YES! Hairbrushes can get so funky that we feel like hiding them or even throwing them away prematurely. Here are a…
Read MoreThe Naked Truth About Mineral Makeup
Dear Audrey, What’s the story with Mineral Makeup? Is it really better for you? Here at Westside Beauty HQ, we have extensive first-hand knowledge of all things mineral! Let me give you a better idea of what to look for when shopping for mineral-based beauty products. Let me start out by saying that all mineral…
Read MoreSeasonal Scalp Wellness
Dear Audrey, I have never in my life had dandruff but my scalp is flaky this winter and it’s embarrassing. Do you have any recommendations? Yes! I totally understand and am here to help! The changing of the seasons can be stressful for your skin. I have noticed this year to be exceptionally so. One…
Read MoreCurly Hair Care
Over the Christmas holiday, one of our hair lines – DevaCurl – bundled a book called Curly Girl: The Handbook (by Lorraine Massey) with one of their products. A few of us took one and passed it around. So, this month’s newsletter is dedicated to those of you with curly hair. The Straight on the Curly Curly hair can range…
Read MoreDo you carry organic shampoo?
This was a question that I heard from a customer in one of the stores. Organic shampoo? I’m aware of what organic means at the grocery store, or at least I think I am, but I had no idea what it meant in a shampoo or beauty product. So, I did some research. Here is…
Read MoreHow to Buy Styling Tools
Styling tools, like curling irons, blow dryers, or flat irons, have a large disparity in price, depending on where you are shopping. When the price on a curling iron can range from $10-$200, it is only natural to wonder what the differences are. Here’s a basic break-down of what features you might be paying for.…
Read MoreBeauty Tips 101
With all the people that we see coming in and out of the stores, I was surprised to find that there are some common questions and patterns with our customers’ concerns. Here are a few tips you may or may not know. #1 – Don’t Use Old Beauty Products Beauty products are not food or…
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