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Great Hair for Every Day -
Tips from a Celebrity Stylist

Hollywood stars including Charlize Theron, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Rene Russo trust their tresses to celebrity hairstylist Lucie Doughty of A.T. Tramp salon in Beverly Hills.

While it's her job to make stars look like stars, she knows that real women want to look great, but probably don't have much time to spend on their hair. "With a good haircut and the right products, beautiful hair can be achieved in a minimal amount of time," says Doughty. Use her "tricks of the trade," and you'll never have a bad hair day again.

* Start with a great haircut. "Find a trusted stylist who takes the time to talk about what you want. The best cut depends on hair's texture and length and should also complement one's face shape. A good stylist should also teach you how to manage your hair style," notes Doughty. "You should be able to duplicate the look you have when you leave the salon."

* Ask the stylist to recommend shampoo and conditioner for your hair type. If you have fine hair, you don't want a heavy conditioner that will weigh it down. "Choose a line that has a broad range of products, so you can pick and choose ones that are right for you," says Doughty.

* This one may surprise you: "Don't wash your hair every day," advises Doughty. This not only saves time, but it's good for the hair. "On the days you don't shampoo, simply use some product to revive your hairstyle," she says. If your hair has gone a bit flat, add a dollop of volumizer like Paul Mitchell Extra-Body Sculpting Foam, style and finish with a light mist of hairspray.

* Use the right tools. Depending on hair type and style, you may need a curling iron, flat iron, blow dryer, wide tooth comb for tangles, and a paddle or round brush for blow drying. "You can't duplicate your salon look if you don't have the same supplies," says Doughty. When selecting a blow dryer, make sure it has both hot and cool settings and is light enough to dry hair without tiring your arms.

* Using the right styling product is also important for good final results. "For blow drying, look for a styling product designed to work with heat that's also light and versatile - I use Paul Mitchell Express Style for straight and curly hair," says Doughty. She recommends that you always finish with a blast of cool air to close the cuticle and set the shape.

* The grand finale - don't forget finishing products. A touch of hairspray or a bit of pomade will hold your style longer. A shine product like The Shine by Paul Mitchell will add a subtle gloss to your hair.

For special occasions, get glam in a few easy steps. "If you're going from work to a party, you may want to pack a blow dryer, flat iron or curling iron for a touch up," says Doughty. Apply a little style product, brush and blow dry, then add shine spray and work it through your hair.

"A classic chignon is a quick and easy option, and is always stylish," says Doughty. To pull this look together, slick back hair into a ponytail at the nape of your neck. Use a styling gel for a sleek look. Wrap the ponytail around the elastic, and add a decorative hair pin to secure it. If your hair is layered and difficult to pin up, consider using a fine hair net to help keep it in place.

"With a little practice, the right products and these styling secrets, you can have great hair every day," says Doughty.

Courtesy of ARA Content

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