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Gina Rivera’s Tip of the Week: How to Achieve Curls While You Sleep

July 17, 2022 by Ambrosia Hitchcock Leave a Comment

Want to achieve curls while you sleep? Here’s my recommendation for achieving a beautiful curly head of locks while sleeping:

– Create a pin curl by dampening the hair, rolling it up and pinning it down with bobby pins. Try curl cream for thicker hair that needs added hold. Sleep on it.

– For a beach wave, braid the hair loosely while damp or towel dry. Add some sea salt spray for extra curl. Wake up looking amazing.

– For larger curls, place a few buns on your head, secure with bobby pins. Go for more smaller buns for tighter curls

– Try Velcro rollers with towel dry or damp hair. Use a wide tooth comb in the morning to finish the look.

– Flexi rods are a great for natural hair. These can be utilized much like rollers and also optimized with a good curl cream.

– Always prep the hair by using a good wetline on a regular basis to ensure hair health. (Pure BioGen Complex is my favorite!)

– Never pin down and pull the hair too tight, as it can create stress and breakage.

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Gina Rivera’s Tip of the Week: Selecting the Right Brunette Shade

June 26, 2022 by Ambrosia Hitchcock Leave a Comment

This year, regardless of the warmer season, we’re seeing all types of brunette shades heavily trending. No longer is this a shade for cool weather. If you’re considering brunette, here’s my tip for selecting the right shades:

  • Always make sure to work with your salon professional who can assist with identifying the right shade for your skin tone.
  • Taken into consideration both skin tone and eye color which will help to determine if you should go with warm or cool tones.
  • For a more natural look, go no more than two shades away from your natural color.
  • Consider how much dimension you would like (Hint: More dimension may require the use of multiple shades applied using different techniques).
  • Discuss with your Salon Professional how much maintenance various shades will require and determine what works for your lifestyle.
  • Have a wonderful time looking amazing!

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Gina Rivera’s Tip of the Week: How to Achieve a Gorgeous Balayage

May 29, 2022 by Ambrosia Hitchcock Leave a Comment

Wondering how those gorgeous balayages are achieved? Here’s my Tip of the Week:

– Begin with a clarifying treatment on your hair to ensure all the build up is removed before applying colour. I suggest doing this within 24 hours prior to your colour application. This will help the colour to take more easily.

– Always start with a professional colour line that has specialized dye pigments, gentle alkalizers and protective oxidizers that work together ensuring the colour is vibrant and the hair is healthy. HINT: My favorite line is COLOURS by Gina.

– Make sure to have a professional stylist provide this service. Colour application requires knowledge of the science and processing times as well as utilization of the proper technique to achieve a desired look.

– Depending on how dark your hair is, it may need to be pre-lightened. Discuss with your stylist if the process will require more than one appointment.

– Make sure to consult with your hairstylist regarding the right shade for your skin tone.

– To maintain our new look, always use a good professional wetline that is sulfate free and packed with biotin, collagen, and B Vitamins. I recommend Pure BioGen Complex.

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Gina’s Tip of the Week – how to handle post-workout hair if you don’t have time to wash with your regular professional wetline.

January 4, 2022 by Noelle Sim Leave a Comment

-Dry shampoo can be a good temporary solution as long as there is routine for using a professional wet line. (I recommend Pure BioGen Complex by Gina)

-Pull back the hair up or pin back for a quick chic’ look. 

– Add some quick curls to create volume or a new temporary look. (Hair Hack: Make sure to use tools with infrared technology in order to lock in the moisture!)

– Hats can add flair to any look. Tryout a cute one to match your style.

– Go for the wet look and slick back and mold the hair with some firm holding gel.

Filed Under: Article, Hair Care, Lifestyle, Tip Of The Week Tagged With: dry shampoo, haircare, post-workout hair, tip of the week, workout hair

Tip of the Week – Festive, Holiday Looks

November 4, 2021 by Noelle Sim Leave a Comment

Feeling festive? Here’s my Tip of the Week for making your hair look super chic’ during the holidays?

-Add braid or a twist to hair that is left down can be a quick and beautiful accessory.

-Slight waves or loose curls are perfect for almost any occassion.

– Accessorize your look with a top knot or bun

– Add a dressy headband when heading out from the office to spruce up for a holiday pary.

-Wear some of your hair up and leave some of your hair down, then braid or twist a select section to add some interest.

-The season is underway…enjoy it!

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Gina’s Tip of the Week – taking care of your summer sun bleached locks:

August 16, 2021 by Noelle Sim Leave a Comment

  • Avoid dead ends by getting regular trims every 6-8 weeks.
  • Avoid using styling tools on high heat.
  • Opt for washing your hair every other day rather than daily.
  • Use deep conditioning treatments weekly.
  • Try sleeping on a silk pillowcase rather than the coarser cotton case that can pull the hair.

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