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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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How-To Product Guide


VOLUMIZER

VOLUMIZER

  • WHEN: Dull, lifeless hair benefits from the use of volumizers like root boosters and lifters. A volumizer gives your hair a little boost and enhances your overall silhouette.
  • WHY: “Volumizers will help you maintain your voluminous look throughout the day,” affirms mane guru Thomas Dunkin, who coifs celebrities like Mila Kunis and Claire Danes.
  • LEAVE-IN CONDITIONER

    LEAVE-IN CONDITIONER

  • WHEN: If you often find yourself struggling with tangled hair, a leave-in conditioner acts as an automatic detangler. You’re left with soft, smooth strands that are easy to comb through.
  • WHY: “Doing a conditioning treatment is a pain, but you have to do it to maintain healthy hair,” says master colorist to the stars Kim Vo.
  • MOUSSE

    MOUSSE

  • WHEN: Whether you’re forming loose waves or tight curls, a touch of mousse aids in setting a curly style that will last all day and long into the night.
  • WHY: “A lightweight hold mousse provides extra hold without feeling like your hair has too much product in it,” explains celebrity stylist Torsten Witte, hair pro to Fergie and Salma Hayek.
  • POMADE

    POMADE

  • WHEN: If you want to add definition to the hair without creating a stiff style, a bit of wax will help you to create flowing textures and allow you to control your hair’s mobility.
  • WHY: “When I pull back Kaley Cuoco’s hair, I like to use a little forming cream or pomade as a finishing product,” says Faye Woods, department head hairstylist of CBS’s The Big Bang Theory.
  • CLEANSER

    CLEANSER

  • WHEN: Whether you choose to go with a shampoo, two-in-one shampoo/conditioner or cream, this product should be used to clean the hair, combat frizz and prevent dry hair.
  • WHY: “My secret to great hair always begins with a clean canvas,” comments international mane pro David Babaii.
  • GEL

    GEL

  • WHEN: On short snips, applying a dab of gel helps to enhance piecey textures. For longer lengths, use gel when you need to smooth flyaways and desire a sleek silhouette.
  • WHY: “Simply slicking back a cropped coiffure off the face creates a boyish look, which is extremely modern and elegant,” shares star stylist Wendy Iles, who coifs Penelope Cruz and Cat Deeley.
  • TALK BACK!

    What is your can't-live-without-it product? Tell us now!

    Talk back to SHG at “How-To Product Guide”

    1. Namra Wajid says:

      Can u tell something about hair creams?

      • Sophisticate's Hairstyle Guide says:

        Hi Namra,
        Hair creams are one of the many products that may help condition, soften and smoothen your hair. Keep checking the Sophisticate’s website for more product how-tos!

    2. sarah says:

      i recently colored my hair and now it feels damaged. are there any good hair repair treatments or deep conditioners that you recommend?

      • Erika Bosley says:

        I can’t live without CRACK Hair Fix! It’s a leave-in hair treatment and styling aid all in one, it’s fabulous!

    3. Pam says:

      Is there a decent priced moisturizing shampoo/conditioner for colored hair?

      • Sophisticate's Hairstyle Guide says:

        Hi, Pam!
        The best way to compare prices is to head to your local grocery store or beauty supply shop and take a look at the haircare products designed for color-treated hair (look for the words “color treated” on the bottle!). You can always ask a store clerk if there are any sales going on!

    4. Alexandra says:

      I need something for the frizz the actually works!!Not a gel or mousse. But like a cream or something else or a shampoo or conditioner. Please HELP!!
      PS Besure to leave some good namebrands that you recomend!!
      Thank You!!

      • Sophisticate's Hairstyle Guide says:

        Hi, Alexandra!
        Hair pro Daniel Keane answered your question over in the Hair Pro Advice section. Have a look there!

      • becky w says:

        living proof no frizz shampoo conditioner and treatment cream works togther and reall tames my frizzy thick hair

    5. Erika Bosley says:

      The product I can’t live without is Body Up Brush System! My hair is so thick and hard to style but with this 9 brush system it’s easy and gives me the volume I want!

      • Sophisticate's Hairstyle Guide says:

        Hi, Erika!
        Thanks for checking out the Sophisticate’s Hairstyle Guide Web site! We’re happy you’ve found a product that works for you and we love va-va, volume!

    6. Erin says:

      A kind of hair product that straightens the hair all through out the day until night?

      • Sophisticate's Hairstyle Guide and Belinda and Frank Gambuzza says:

        Hi, Erin!
        In answer to both of your questions, if you are looking for a temporary solution, we suggest a smoothing product (like Kerastase Oleo Relax) applied to wet hair. Dry your hair with a paddle brush, then straighten your hair in sections. The product alone won’t straighten your hair. if you are looking for something a little more long term, perhaps you should try something like a Keratin treatment, which significantly reduces frizz for around three to four months.

    7. Erin says:

      What is the best hair product for curly hair if you want to low down the frizz?

    8. Ami says:

      Would it be better to apply volumizers on damp hair or dry hair? I find that my volumizer kind of feels like a hairspray… if I spray it on damp hair, my hair feels kind of sticky and hard when it dries… What should I do? Please help!

      • Sophisticate's Hairstyle Guide and Carmine Minardi (see Expert Panel at right) says:

        Hi Ami:
        Volumizers should really only ever be used on towel dried, damp hair, NOT too dry. You see, they need to be applied to hair that is moist so the formula spreads more evenly and is diluted down during the combing process before styling. That’s what assures you equal distribution of product. Also, if applied to almost dry hair, it can and will get sticky, and the brush will not go through the hair with ease…causing a messy, frizzy result. My advice is to apply right after you have washed your hair and begin blow-drying right away.

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