Argan Oil’s unique composition has gained an international reputation for being nature’s best kept secret, and has numerous benefits. Moroccans have been using the oil as a treatment in hair and skin care products for centuries. In terms of personal care the properties of Argan oil work to enhance the skin’s overall health, preserve its youth, and aid in the natural healing of the skin and condition of the hair.
Hair Health Benefits:

Argan oil is non-greasy and non-oily and has become popular as a hair treatment to repair and heal damaged hair. It is high in unsaturated fatty acids and rich in Omega 9 – shown to be helpful at improving hair strength and health. Many believe it is excellent for locking in moisture and improving shine and luster.

Its’ primary benefit seems to come from its ability to naturally hydrate and to help stop frizziness, fly-away and hard to control, unmanageable hair. Argan oil has been shown to penetrate the hair shaft and almost instantly improve follicle elasticity and increase nourishment.

Usually applied following shampooing to wet hair, Argan oil helps detangle. It is rich in natural antioxidants that are effective free-radical fighters – helping to repair damage and improve strength. It naturally contains Vitamin E that helps revive and renew hair damaged by heat, wind, or over-styling and processing.

Skin Care Benefits:

It can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, strengthen elasticity, protect against stretch marks, and improve your skin’s overall health and vitality. It is readily becoming recognised as a essential element in the hair and beauty industry. Argan oil is now being used in several beauty products. Researchers who have completed extensive studies identify the benefits of Argan oil and strongly recommend its cosmetic use.

Where does it come from:

Moroccan Oil is an oil produced from the kernels of the Argan tree, native to Morocco, that is valued for its nutritive, cosmetic and numerous medicinal properties. The tree is extremely well adapted to drought and other environmentally difficult conditions of southwestern Morocco.

The species Argania once covered North Africa and is now endangered and under protection of UNESCO. The Argan tree grows wild in semi-desert soil, its deep root system helping to protect against soil erosion and the northern advance of the Sahara.

Argan oil remains one of the rarest oils in the world due the small and very specific growing area.

Dubbed the “miracle oil” from Morocco, it competes with Jojoba oil as a very effective hair treatment that renourishes and replenishes dry or brittle hair while protecting and healing damage. As an added benefit, Argan Oil appears to help color treated hair. Essential fatty acids smooth and coat the follicle shaft and have been shown to extend the life of color treated hair.

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We had some amazing photos sent through of gorgeous 80’s hairstyles, slick backs and perms!

For those that send throgh images of Aussie celeb’s, Warwick Capper certainly took the cake, with hundreds of entries on his classic bleached blonde mullet style! Recreate Yourself is a Gold Coast Salon as is Warwick Capper a Gold Coast….. man. We thought about getting him in for a makeover, but don’t think he will go for the idea!

Congratulations to the winners, we hope you are enjoying your lovely hampers!

Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, Oi, Oi, Oi!!

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Tired of hearing scientific haircare jargon, and not really understanding what it means? Your not the only one! Here you will find a breakdown, for the lay person, of everything you need to know about hair dryers

Positive and negative ions exist in everything. It is the belief that when hair is wet, it is positively charged. Ionic hair dryers restructure and break up the water’s structure, so by bathing the hair with negative ions, allowing the water molecules to penetrate deeper into the hair shaft. As a result of this process hair is rehydrated, and reconditioned. Further to these claims, Ionic hair dryers cut hair-drying time in half, which makes sense when you consider that the water is being absorbed much quicker.
Ceramic refers to hairdryers that contain a ceramic coil, which is supposed to heat more evenly and effectively than the traditional heating element in hair dryers.

It is the combined effort of both Ceramic heating elements and omitting Negative Ions that radiate head inside the hair, whilst causing as less damage as possible. The mico-molecules of water are absorbed much easilier by the hair and this leaves it soft, shiny and healthy.

Parlux award winning hair dryers, the 3200 and 3500 incorporates both ceramic & ionic technology. The dryers have a very powerful motor. It is the fastest most compact professional dryer on the market today.

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That’s right… You heard it first at RY.

All of your favourite colours – in your pocket!

Often wondered why you cant find that shade that you so love…? The OPI App allows you to browse and search all of OPI’s over 200 current nail lacquer colors. Every time you launch the app it checks to make sure that you have a complete database of all the available colors and their product numbers.

This handy little app is completely free, and all you need is in iPhone or iPod touch with OS3.1.3 or later. It was only released 2 days ago, so get in and see what all the fuss is about.

Get the app HERE

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I’m sure many of us out there would love to have Jessica Simpson’s hair! She has volume, bounce and fantastic colour. With the help of Jess herself, and famous world renowned celeb hair stylist Ken Paves, you can transform your look as often as you like with HairDo.

The entire clip in product range are inspired by Jessica, and created by her personal hair stylist, Ken. Ken is excited to share his tips to creating the ultimate confident, breathtaking, ever evolving styler of Jess, simply and stunningly. To create HairDo, Jessica and Ken partnered with Hair U Wear®, the world’s leading manufacturer of hair extensions.

“Ken and I always love trying new styles out on my hair,” says Jessica. “Our secret has always been extensions and now we want to show women everywhere how easy they are to use and how much fun changing hairstyles can be with our new line, HairDo.”

“Jessica is my muse,” explains Ken. “She is never afraid to try a new style, length or colour with extensions and that is why we have created so many memorable red carpet, movie and music video looks together over the years. People always ask me what I use to style her hair and now we are finally sharing our secret weapons with the world. This new collection, HairDo, means that every woman can have access to the same tricks that I use when I work on Jessica’s hair.”

Each piece was tested by Jessica herself on the red carpets and media appearances, and they remained unnoticed until the HairDo launch. HairDo makes use of 100% human hair, and Vibralite, a patented fiber that remarkably mimics the look and feel of natural hair; HairDo sets a new precedent in hair extensions.

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How do you get KP?

Many factors can cause Keratosis Pilaris including:

Blocked or clogged up hair follicles. Normally the dead skin cells on our skin fall off and are replaced by new healthy ones. As we get older this cellular turnover process slows down rapidly. As a result the dead skin cells can build up and clog hair follicles. Keratin an ingredient that makes up hair and skin can also block follicles. These blockages will result in small, impacted bumps, which create a rough, sandpaper-like texture on the skin with small white bumps often under the skin. These small bumps are most commonly seen on the back of the arm. The small bumps are not likely to be painful but can be a real pain.

By trying to avoid hot baths, cold weather, synthetic fibres, you can go some way to alleviating the condition. Currently there is no known cure for Keratotsis Pilaris, But buy using good skin care you can treat flare ups and smooth away the bumps. A bonus to remember is that this condition often goes away on its own with age. Kp flare ups have been linked to during puberty and while woman are pregnant. This is most likely due to the increase in hormones in the body

Our top tips for treating Keratosis Pilaris are.

Exfoliating : lightly scrub the affected area in circular motion while showering. If the bumps are on your arms, Ultraceuticals Ultra Clear Exfoliating Gel
After exfoliating, clean with a rich moisturiser that does not clog pores (i.e. use one recommended for dry skin because it should be moisturizing)

Apply lotion creams that contain lactic compound and Bha. Apply to the area after you get out of the shower. The best lotions to use are lotions designed. Apply the lotion twice a day for best results. MD Formulations Vit-A Plus Clearing Complex this complex also contains 5% Salicylic acid that is also used to treat acne.

Try adding a humidifier to your room if you live in a particularly dry area.

You may not be able to cure KP, but sticking to a dedicated skincare regimen can treat the irritating signs of this common condition. Proper care can control KP symptoms, leaving your skin smooth, and virtually bump-free.

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1.    Drink 2 litres of water a day

Drinking water hydrates the skin as well as getting rid of toxins from our body that build up and can cause illness. ”Water is a vital part of the body’s overall functioning systems”. Some of these systems include digestion, absorption, circulation, and excretion. So if you can imagine your body without water, it would cause your skin to become dry, flaky, and itchy, as well as toxin build up with no water flushing out your liver.

2.      Only use good quality products on your skin
It is extremely important to use good skin care. Most of the products on the beauty and hair self at the supermarket contain artificial colours, stabilisers, emulsifiers, and other chemicals. This can cause a layer to form on your skin making it harder for it to breathe. In my personal experience, I used a supermarket brand cleanser that claimed to be sensitive to my skin, instead I could feel it become dry and losing its softness. Since joining RY.com.au then I was surrounded in all the best hair and skin products on the market. I started using ALPHA-H balancing cleanser and in days my skin appeared cleaner, fresher and overall just left like I had new skin.

3.    Eat a healthy diet
If you eat good quality healthy food, it will help you look and feel your best. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and protein. The less processed and fresher your food is, the better the food is for you.
TIP: Food such as blackcurrants, blueberries, broccoli and papaya, contain natural collagen that strengthens the capillaries that feed your skin.

4.    Protect your skin from the UV rays
This could the most vital part of taking care of your skin, a lifetime of sun exposure can cause wrinkles, freckles, age spots, and rough and dry skin. But most concerning is skin cancer Australia has one of the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. ‘Prevention is the key’.
-    Use sunscreen whenever you are in the sun, apply 30 minutes before going out doors.
-    Wear protective clothing, if you know you are going to be in the sun for a long period of time make sure you wear clothing that is going to cover your arms, face and legs.
-    Avoid the sun between 10.00am and 4.00pm this is when the UV rays are the worst.

5.    Manage your stress levels
Unmanageable stress levels can cause your skin to become more sensitive, trigger acne break-outs and other skin problems. Take time to relax whenever you can, whether it’s even a few minutes to take a short walk. Or even join a yoga class. Trust me your skin and your entire body will thank you for it.

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Pop goddess Lady Gaga might have had her gender questioned but she definitely showed her feminine side when she allegedly  broke down in tears before going onstage at the Grammy Awards as she was overwhelmed with the thought of performing with music legend Elton John.

Rumors have been rife for weeks that the two would be pairing for a duet at the 57th Grammy awards in America this month. According to reports the singer of  the ht Poker Face was so excited about performing a duet with Elton at Sunday’s ceremony that she was forced to make an emergency visit to her make-up artist shortly before she was due one stage!

“I ruined all my make up right before the show crying, Elton was so amazing and the performance was truly magical. I had been fascinating about this performance piece for a while and we got to do it…and im just really truly floored” said Gaga.

Lady Gaga and Elton John proved themselves to be the weirdest stars in showbiz after their performance by smearing themselves in dirt for their duet.

The 23-year-old singer picked up two awards at the event – Best Electronic/Dance Album for ‘The Fame’ and Best Electronica/Dance Song for ‘Poker Face’ – and dedicated her wins to her legion of fans. “This is not an award for me, it’s for my fans. And I love my fans so much,” the singer said.

Nice performance guys… but you could have washed your faces first.   The bonkers Poker Face star tottered on stage in 6ins stilettos and a £275,000 crystal studded leotard

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Here are my Top 10  Valentines day ideas for girlfriends.

Flowers
If you’re in a major city roses only have a speedy service and always have good Quality.

Roses Only offers you the perfect gift, whether it’s a special birthday, your anniversary, a celebration or just an “I love you” gift, our florists can create anything from a strikingly simple arrangement to a flamboyant, dramatic bouquet suited to your specific needs and budget.

Events
Redballondays.com.au This Christmas my loved one purchased a romantic flight over the Gold Coast with champagne and nibbles. It was a wonderful gift that I was not expecting and had a lot of thought behind it.

Anything ghd
A new staightener is every girls wish list. It’s the present that keeps giving. Your partner can make them self look great. I call this the win win present. Its second only to lingerie. If your partner is already blessed with a ghd,There are plenty other suitable gifts in our online store

Lingerie
Guaranteed to put a smile on her dial. It’s a great gift and a great way to make her feel sexy. Warning! don’t go cheap and nasty. The old saying “you get what you pay for” is never more apparent than when purchasing  some sexy lingerie.zodee.com.au  are Australias number one online store an offer great customer service so you can shop with confidence.

Teddy bears
Another great reason to shop online for teddy bears is that fact No one has to see you buy it. Waling through the shopping center with a 6 ft panda with a love heart t-shirt on is not conducive to making you feel like man.

Chocolates
If a way to a man’s heart is through his stomach this then the way to make a girl melt is through the coca bean. Timeless and romantic chocolates are a good way to start the and finish the night. Edible blooms have some original ideas to make sure that the chocolate is not forgotten long after the event has taken place.

Jewelery
Diamonds are a girl’s best friend and the majority of a man’s credit card bill. My Top tip here is to keep your loved one away from the gossip magazines. The Rocks the stars are wearing will only make you feel inadequate. So unless you’re a pro NBA Basketball player or have connections to an diamond crime syndicate, maybe stick to a classic charm bracelet or necklace, Remember if you do pull out diamond ring you could hear the words I do I do. If that’s the response your after, go for it. If you feel that is jumping the gun a little bit. Stick to earrings or maybe a watch.

Travel
A change is as good as a rest. Where ever you are. Go somewhere else. Nothing freshens up a relationship more than a change of scenery. What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas can be your inspiration for your trip. Just change the word Vegas to your destination of choice. Spicer’s retreat offers some great romantic getaways all over Australia with a great food and great accommodation. Book online for great specials.http://www.spicersclovellyestate.com.au/about-spicers

Dinner Dates.
Top tip book a restaurant you have never been to before. Choose something from the menu you have never eaten before. Research the best aphrodisiac food and wine and impress with your knowledge fine cuisine. Food is this year’s black and if you’re not into it your just not cool…. OR so I am told.

Number 10
Here is the one and only must do for Valentine’s Day. Choose from the list above but unequivocally, absolutely, categorically don’t forget to do something on Valentine’s Day. No matter what they say. It’s all a devious plan. They have got you something.

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In summer you should think of your hair as you do your skin, and treat it with the same care. When the hair is exposed to the sun for any prolonged period of time, the outside layer, also known as the cuticle is burnt. If your hair is split, highlighted or not well looked after to begin with then it is much more inclined to damage than healthy, well maintained hair. Burnt hair is easy to spot it is dry, brittle and looses it lustre.

Blondes have a bigger concern during summer, in general coloured highlights contain bleach, and with extended exposure to chlorine, these can take on a greenish tone. If you are swimming in chlorine at all, you should wash your hair with a suitable shampoo whilst its still wet, or as soon as possible. I recommend Wells SP Sunset Refresh Shampoo or Joico Kpak Chelating Shampoo. If you are a summer junkie, and that means anyone that spends time at the beach, in the sun or in a pool, should have some good quality deep cleansing shampoo, and an even better nourishing conditioner to complement.

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