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Cover Girl Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez is a true Renaissance woman–actress, singer, TV host–and now she’s featured on the cover of the March 2012 issue of Sophisticate’s Hairstyle Guide! Click for a peek at what you’ll find in this fabulous issue!

Bonus Section Mini-Magazine

Thinking about revamping your mane with a short snip? Look for inspiration here for the best short hairstyles modeled by trendsetting celebrities, or pick up the March issue for even more sexy star looks!

Hot Hair Hot Hair

Looking for a way to make your hair even hotter? Sophisticate’s Hairstyle Guide has all the hot looks for your mane makeover enjoyment! Check out a few of those profiles right here…

Star Style Star Style

It’s like the night sky all amped up in the February 2012 issue of Sophisticate’s Hairstyle Guide. We’ve got everyone from Nicki Minaj to Lisa Rinna to Selena Gomez and beyond. Check it right here!

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Sophisticate’s knows how fun it is to get free (and cute!) stuff: so here’s your chance! Check out a just a small amount of the fabulous giveaways we’re offering in our March 2012 issue…

Beauty Blog Beauty Blog

What products should take center stage in your bathroom, makeup bag and local salon? Sophisticate’s Hairstyle Guide has the beauty product 411 to help you look your absolute best!

GLEE STYLE CLUB Glee

Glee‘s girls are all about personal expression–and gorgeous style! Find out if you’re a Rachel, Quinn or a Mercedes in Sophisticate’s guide to the beloved character’s style moves–and how to get the look at home!

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Brunette


Brunette

HAIR: HAIR BENDERS DESIGN TEAM/HAIR BENDERS INTERNATIONAL, CHATTANOOGA, TN; PHOTO: GLOBAL HAIR & FASHION GROUP.

Considering a darker haircolor to be in tune with the season? Do it the right way with some expert advice:

  • Your Search “Your eyes and skin tone play a huge role in determining which brunette shade is best for you,” explains Robert Santana, hair pro and artistic designer for Matrix. “Generally speaking, you will be in one of two groups: cool brown or warm brown.”
  • The Transition “My best piece of advice for someone thinking about going brunette is to start by consulting with a stylist to discover their best brown shade options,” suggests Santana. “I recommend all my clients bring images of their ideal color and I then I work with them to adapt that shade so it will best complement their skin tone and eye color.”
  • Color Maintenance “Using conventional shampoos and conditioners are never a good idea because they may strip out the haircolor,” says Santana. You should also keep heat styling to a minimum to ensure your new brunette hue stays nice and shiny looking. “Before blow-drying, flat-ironing or curling your hair you definitely want to apply a thermal protectant to shield your hair from damage.”

    • hot star hue

    Paula Abdul

    Paula Abdul

    America’s sweetheart Paula Abdul, who’s also one of the judges on Fox’s The X Factor, always gets it right with her beautiful brunette hue filled with dimension and vibrancy.

    Extra-long lengths are curled to perfection to create a sexy style full of big, beachy waves that showcase a delicious combo of mocha and cinnamon hues. The deep haircolor look fabulous against her tanned skin.

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    Talk back to SHG at “Brunette”

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    1. Cheyenne says:
      January 25, 2012 at 4:43 pm

      I have recently dyed the bottom half of my hair black and I want to dye it back brown. What’s the healthiest way?

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    2. Heather says:
      December 20, 2011 at 12:42 pm

      I think Shailene Woodley has some of the best brunette hai, it’s always shiny and healthy and always looks amazing on her. Also thank you for the hair color advice.

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