With the holiday shopping season drawing to its end, most of us still have a few of our loved ones who are most difficult to buy for left.  You know, these are the ones that have all of the gadgets known to man-kind; or, worse yet, those who don’t care for gadgets at all:  the collectors who just don’t need another item added to their collection and cluttering up their world and those that you just don’t understand their tastes.

What do you get these hard-to-buy-for people in your life?  This year join Drew James Salons in Hollywood FL in enriching your loved ones’ lives with the gifts of style, relaxation and luxury!  Drew James Salons in Hollywood FL has a host of last-minute gifts sure to please anyone on your list.

Gift Certificates from Drew James Salons in Hollywood FL

A gift certificate from Drew James Salons in Hollywood FL is the perfect answer to your last-minute shopping needs. Whether you’re giving your loved one the lavish salon or spa treatment that they’ve been craving or the freedom to explore a new luxury, our gift certificates are a perfect way to ensure that they’ll enjoy their gift! Take a look at our special offers for instant holiday happiness!

Gift Sets from Drew James Salons in Hollywood FL

Our sumptuous spa sets include our natural, plant-based blends sure to leave skin soft and supple.  Our body sets are a fusion of relaxing and refreshing scents such as rosemary and mint with superior texture. There is a set for everyone whether you’re looking to soothe dry skin or exfoliate and renew.

If you’re loved one understands the value of exceptional quality hair products in creating a fabulous look, Drew James Salons in Hollywood FL offers an assortment of hair care gift sets tailored for their type of hair.  Whether their hair is color treated, curly or fine, we offer a gift sure to leave their hair luminous and manageable.

Don’t forget the men in your life!  Drew James Salons in Hollywood FL carries an assortment of skin, hair, grooming and spa sets designed for the unique needs of a man.  Our crisp, masculine scented sets are an indulgence your loved one is sure to enjoy.

To top it off, our gift sets come opulently wrapped in Nepalese hand-made and dyed gift paper. Please, stop by our salon at (954) 966-2650 – Hollywood FL or (954) 473-1122 – Plantation. We’ll help you check off the last of your Christmas list!

Aveda and Drew James Aveda Salon Davie area show how to create two different looks for you guys with short hair. Aveda’s Kurt Keuffner presents classic how-to styling tips and tricks for short hair. Learn how to create both formal and casual styles.

Click here to view the embedded video.

Keuffner recommends using Aveda Men Pure-formance™ Shampoo and Conditioner, as well as the Pomade and Aroma Spray.

Here at Drew James Aveda Salon Davie area we also recommend the Aveda Men Pure-formance™ Shampoo and Conditioner as a way to get clean hair and soothe the scalp.

Aveda has this to say about both products: “Clinically proven to leave scalp feeling calmer, healthier, less irritated and less itchy. Works with Pure-formanceTM Conditioner to soothe and relieve scalp while cleansing, conditioning, moisturizing and adding shine to hair. After just two weeks:

• 72% experienced a reduction in oiliness and greasiness
• 65% experienced a reduction in scalp dryness and itchiness
• One of 7 groundbreaking products honored with Gold-level Cradle to Cradle certification.”

Visit Drew James Aveda Salon Davie Area for your classic styles and Aveda products for men!

In Part 1 and Part 2 of this article series, we focused on how to identify your face shape and some techniques that Drew James Aveda Davie hair stylists use to create the illusion of the perfect, oval face shape if you aren’t blessed with that face shape and instead have a round, square, or oblong face.

In this article, we’ll take a look at what Drew James Aveda Davie hair stylists can do for those of you who have heart, triangle, and diamond face shapes.

Heart Shape

Because heart-shaped faces have a broad forehead and narrow chin, your Drew James Aveda Davie hair stylist can create the illusion of an oval shape by narrowing the forehead and adding volume around the jaw and chin. Shoulder- or longer length hair styles that are textured, layered, or flare out work well.  If you like bangs, keep them swept to the side. Be sure your hair is shoulder length or longer if you want hair on the top of the head.

Triangle Shape

The triangle face shape is narrow at the forehead and broad at the chin; therefore, your Drew James Aveda Davie hair stylist will create an oval shape by adding width at the forehead and around the temples. A layered look is the best way to go, especially when the hair flares around the forehead and temples and tapers toward the jaw line. As a result, shorter hair cuts are beste suited for this face shape.

Diamond Shape

Creating the illusion of an oval with a diamond face shape is going to involve widening the narrow forehead, narrowing the wide cheeks, and adding width to the narrow jaw line. Your Drew James Aveda Davie hair stylist can easily achieve this by adding straight bangs across the forehead to broaden it, keeping the hair chin length to create a “bob” style or shoulder length, with the hair flaring out at the sides to broaden the jaw line.

As you can see, it really doesn’t matter what kind of face shape you have. Drew James Aveda Davie hair stylists know exactly what to do to create the perfect style and haircut for your uniquely beautiful face. Give us a call today at 954-966-2650 – Hollywood FL, or 954-473-1122 – Plantation FL.  to schedule an appointment.

In Part 1 of this article, we described seven face shapes and helped you determine which one most closely resembles your face shape.  In this article, we’re going to take a look at how to create the illusion of an oval face shape based on how the hair is cut and styled. Drew James Aveda Davie hair stylists will be able to help you identify your face shape and apply these techniques to create the perfect haircut and style for you.

We haven’t forgotten about those of you with perfectly shaped oval faces. It’s just that, with your face shape, just about any haircut and style will work. Short, medium, or long – whatever length you choose to wear your hair doesn’t matter. Lucky you!

If you have one of the six other face shapes, Drew James Aveda Davie hair stylists will use some of the following techniques to cut and style your hair.

Round Shape

Because this face shape tends to have a round chin and hairline, making the face look short, your Drew James Aveda Davie hair stylist will provide the illusion of length by keeping the cut short, adding layers on top, and keeping the sides of your hair flat. If you want a longer cut, it’s essential that the sides are kept as flat as possible to avoid making your face appear wider.

Square shape

Another “short” face shape, the square shaped face needs a haircut and style that’s going to lengthen the face.  It also needs a style that will “soften” the square jaw line. Drew James Aveda Davie hair stylists achieve these effects by layering the hair around the square forehead and jaw line to create the illusion of an oval. Height at the top of the head will also elongate the face. This face shape works well with short- to medium-length hair.

Rectangular shape

Similar to the square-shaped face, the rectangular or oblong face shape differs in that the sides of the face are long. Your Drew James Aveda Davie hair stylist’s goal, then, will be to “shorten” the face by adding width to the sides. Adding width to the face can be accomplished with a chin- or shoulder-length haircut s that either turn under or flare out at the sides. Longer hair air that is layered, wavy, or otherwise textured will add volume to the face.

Read Part 3 of “Let Drew James Aveda Davie Create the Perfect Haircut for Your Face Shape” this series to find out how to cut and style hair for the heart, triangle, and diamond face shapes.

Let Drew James Aveda Davie hair stylists give you the perfect cut and style that is perfect for your face shape.  Call for an appointment today at 954-966-2650 – Hollywood FL, or 954-473-1122 – Plantation FL.

The next time you visit Drew James AVEDA Salon Davie area and ask your hair stylist to create your favorite celebrity’s hair style, don’t be surprised if s/he declines. The best haircut for you is not necessarily the one worn by your favorite celeb. Why? Because the haircut that’s perfect for you is going to be determined by the shape of your face, and unless your favorite celebrity has the same face shape as you, copying her haircut may prove to be an expensive mistake.

No matter how well the haircut is executed, if it doesn’t suit your face shape, it’s not going to look good on you. Drew James AVEDA Salon Davie area hair stylists are trained to analyze the shape of your face and recommend a hair style that highlights your best features and minimizes the less pleasing ones. The result is a haircut that is not only stylish but flattering, too.

The Perfect Face Shape – Drew James AVEDA Salon Davie area

Most hair stylists agree that the oval shape is the best face shape to have. It is perfectly proportioned, with the length of the face 1.5 times longer than its width and the forehead the same or a bit wider than the jaw. Individuals with oval-shaped faces are blessed with the ability to wear just about any haircut or style imaginable.

If you don’t have an oval–shaped face, don’t despair. Your Drew James AVEDA Salon Davie area hair stylist knows exactly what to do to give you a haircut that will create the illusion of an oval-shaped face.

Determining Your Face Shape

It’s easy to figure out which face shape you have. Read the descriptions below; then look in a mirror to determine which one is the best match your face shape. Be sure to pull your hair away from your forehead and ears in order to see all of your face.

You can also measure your face if you are unsure whether it is shaped like an oval.  Using a ruler, measure from the top of your head to the bottom of your chin and then from one side of the widest part of the face to the other. If the length is 1.5 times longer than the width, and the chin and forehead are close to the same width, then you are blessed with an oval-shaped face.

If you still aren’t sure, your Drew James AVEDA Salon Davie area hair stylist will be more than happy to do a complete face-shape analysis for you.

Six More Face Shapes

In addition to the oval shape, there are six more face shapes. As you read the description, think of the geometric shape each one describes to get a better feel for what this face shape looks like.  Then click the link to find out the types of haircuts that work best with each one.

• Round shape.  The face is circular in shape; the chin is round, and the length of the face is equal to its width.
• Square shape.  Square faces have a strong, square jaw line; the forehead is also square, creating a short, squat face.
• Rectangular shape.  Also called “oblong,” this face shape is long and narrow, with a long cheek line and square jaw and hair lines.
• Heart shape. This face shape has a wide forehead and narrow jaw line, similar to a heart or inverted triangle.
• Triangle shape. The opposite of the heart shape, the triangle- or pear-shaped face is wide at the jaw line and narrow at the forehead, with a round chin.
• Diamond shape. Finally, diamond-shaped faces are wide at the cheeks, which are typically high, and narrow at the forehead and chin.

You can trust the hair stylists at Drew James AVEDA Salon Davie area to recommend a haircut and style that are perfect for your face shape. Call for an appointment today at (954) 966-2650 Hollywood FL or (954) 473-1122 Plantation FL.

Women have been doing it for years at Drew James Hair Salon Plantation FL to maintain a youthful appearance. Now men are doing it, and in ever-increasing numbers. What am I talking about? Coloring the hair to get rid of the gray.

Hair coloring used to be viewed as the province of women. A woman with graying hair was and continues to be viewed as old and past her prime. A gray-haired man, on the other hand, is often perceived by society as distinguished-looking. And while men have been coloring their hair to get rid of the gray for some time now, it’s been a tightly-held secret.

That’s changing today. More and more men are not only coloring their hair to hide the gray at Drew James Hair Salon Plantation FL, they aren’t ashamed to admit it. Here are two reasons that explain this rapidly growing trend.

To Look As Well As Feel Younger

Men of the Baby Boomer generation are not only living longer, but remaining vitally healthy well into their fifties, sixties, and even seventies. Many of these men have decided that they want their appearance to match the way they feel – healthy, vital, and young. And that means getting rid of the gray hair that is a sure sign of aging. There are others whose hair has turned gray prematurely and, despite the popularity of men like Anderson Cooper, don’t want to be perceived as older than they actually are.

To Gain a Competitive Edge in Today’s Job Market

The current economic crisis has resulted in fewer and fewer jobs, as companies cut back and outsource. Older job seekers who aren’t ready to retire or who need to come out of retirement for economic reasons are now competing with their younger counterparts. As a result, competition for an ever-diminishing pool of jobs is stiff.   Whether or not we want to admit it, ageism in the job market does exist, and many older men want the added advantage they believe a youthful appearance will give them. Coloring the hair to get rid of the gray is one way to achieve this extra competitive edge in a difficult job market.

Drew James Hair Salon Plantation FL Professional Hair Colorists

Whatever your reason for wanting to get rid of the gray, you’ll definitely want to come in for a consultation at Drew James Hair Salon Plantation FL to speak with one of our professional hair colorists to discuss the best way to color your hair for the results you want to achieve. Call us today at (954) 966-2650 (Hollywood FL) or (954) 473-1122 (Plantation FL.)

Throughout the month of October Drew James Aveda Salon Hollywood FL and Plantation FL will be offering Aveda’s Special Edition Hand Relief Hand Lotion. For every 5 fluid ounce/150 ml tube of this specially designed pink lotion container purchased at Drew James Aveda Salon Hollywood FL and Plantation FL Aveda will donate four dollars to breast cancer research.

Each year it is estimated that over 200,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer; of these nearly 40,000 women die from breast cancer each year. Aveda and Drew James Aveda Salon Hollywood FL and Plantation FL have committed to supporting the cause of eliminating breast cancer through contributions to this worthy cause. Through the efforts of Aveda, Drew James Aveda Salon Hollywood FL and Plantation FL and our caring clients, we have contributed over $1.5 million dollars to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation since 2004.

In our commitment to support cancer research AND animal rights, Aveda and Drew James Aveda Salon Hollywood FL and Plantation FL are proud that our donations to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation support cruelty free research into the causes and cures of breast cancer.

Evelyn Lauder founded The Breast Cancer Research Foundation®  as an independent, non-profit funding groundbreaking medical research. The Breast Cancer Research Foundation contributes more than 88 percent of each dollar donated  to research and awareness programs.

Aveda’s Hand Relief is an incredibly moist hand lotion offering therapy that eases dry, chapped hands. It reduces signs of aging and relieves dry skin using  plant emollients, humectants, exfoliating fruit acids and anti-oxidants, including vitamins A and E. Visit Drew James Aveda Salon Hollywood FL or Plantation FL today to try this amazing lotion and support a cause that touches each and every one of us.

The AVEDA “My Style” iPhone app will include:

• Instant product recommendations
• Answers to beauty questions.
• Hairstyle gallery – Submit photos and search styles – Save your looks!
• Share looks with live chat for hairstylists and guests.
• Hair advisor – Hairstyle and regimen advice on the go.
• Videos – Product demonstrations, How-to styling and AVEDA behind the scenes.

Whether you’re looking for a new hairstyle, looking for tips on how to get the most out of your current style, or wondering which products are best suited for your hair, this app will put the answers at your fingertips.  And, even more exciting, you’ll be able to share it with your Drew James Salon Hollywood Fl or Plantation stylist with the touch of a button!  It’s never been easier to share information and ideas with your Drew James Salon Hollywood Fl or Plantation stylist so that you can get the most out of your style and beauty routine.

Drew James Salon Hollywood Fl & Plantation are thrilled at the opportunity to move our guest experience into the 21^st century and be one of the first to utilize mobile technology as a resource and salon tool.  Be on the lookout for more information on this fantastic app next month!

However, the professionals here at Drew James Hair Salon Fort Lauderdale are here to call a truce! We say, “stop the battle and put down your weapons.” Frizz is in, and some of the top fashion experts agree.  Take a look at these top looks brought by Glamour magazine. Although these tips came straight from Spring 2011 fashion week in New York, summer humidity can bring on frizzy hair, too!

5 Beauty Tricks to Try
Glamour’s editors hit the ground at Spring 2011 New York Fashion Week to scout the best backstage beauty tricks. Here’s one of the top 5 beauty trends.

Beauty Trend #5: Stop Fighting Frizz (Seriously!)

Frizz is back—in a big way. Our quick how-to for the supersize look at Marc by Marc Jacobs: Apply a volumizer to damp roots, blow-dry while scrunching to coax out texture. Then use a crimping iron on one-inch sections and gently brush out. Tease and hairspray.
Photo: Arun Nevader/Getty Images

Read More

If you’re looking to update your look and make that frizz work for you, let one of our professional stylists at Drew James Hair Salon Fort Lauderdale help.  Call today for an appointment with one of our two hair salons in the Fort Lauderdale area:

Hollywood, FL 
(954) 966-2650

Plantation, FL
(954) 473-1122