Product Review: Pravana Perfection SmoothOut

Sorella predicts that you will start to see Pravana as an alternative straightening system comparative to the Brazilian Blowout or Keratin treatments. We decided to put it to the test!

After trying out the Pravana Perfection SmoothOut on one of our loyal Sorella guests, we definitely DO NOT  want to offer it. Our trusted sylists and our guest alike were very disappointed with the results.

Pravana promises to transform coarse, frizzy hair to smooth and manageable hair. Although this treatment straightened the hair as promised, the downsides greatly outweighed the benefits! Find out why we are not a fan.

Winter Hair Tips from Oribe

With the upcoming New Year’s parties and winter vacations ahead, Oribe asked his education team to give their top tips for styling and protecting your hair this season. Learn how to easily style, fight frizz, and beat the winter blues.

Trend: Sparkly Shoes

Whether you’re shopping for the perfect New Year’s outfit or just like to stand out, sparkly shoes are hot and so much fun to wear! See how to rock this trend day or night.

Tutorial: Double Knot Side Ponytail

Trade in your average pony for trendy, chic double knot side ponytail. You can dress it up or down and it takes less than 5 minutes to do!

Glittery Half Moon Nail Art

After you paint your nails with a base color, apply glitter polish at the base of the nail in a moon shape. I used a sea foam green polish with silver glitter for a snowy, winter look. For a more dramatic look, use contrasting colors.

New Product: Mason Pearson Hair Brushes

Handmade in England and developed and patented over 100 years ago, the Mason Pearson hair brush is one of a kind.

But why should you get one? What makes this brush better than any other brush? Well I’m glad you asked!

The unique rubber-cushion pad massages and gently stimulates your scalp as you brush. Scalp massage is important to a healthy life as it increases blood flow to your brain. This helps relieve stress and tension and can even improve your mood. Scalp massage also stimulates the hair follicles which in turn stimulates hair growth.

Another benefit is that you won’t have to purchase another brush for quite some time. Although they are not indestructible, Mason Pearson brushes are built to last and are made with the finest materials. For $125 you can experience the Mason Pearson Junior brush for yourself and take the step toward better hair care. This is a $15 savings from Nordstrom and Sephora so don’t miss out!

Now available for purchase at all three Sorella locations.

Just For Fun: Steve Jobs Ornament

Considering that I do all my blogging on my trusty Macbook Pro, I figured what better way to pay tribute to the man that created it than to put his face on my Christmas tree.

The slight nerd in me had to have this and it doesn’t look too shabby next to all the other ornaments! Rest in peace, Steve! You will be missed.

You can find this and more on Etsy.

Featured Product: Oribe Soft Lacquer Spray

Oribe Soft Lacquer Heat Styling Spray is the key to a perfectly polished style. Not only does this spray protect, but it leaves hair soft and shiny.

Crystal, one of our amazing stylists at our Kirkland location, says Soft Lacquer is by far her favorite product. “It gives you a glossy finish without being sticky or greasy. It makes your hair super soft but also has some hold so you don’t need hair spray. I use it every day on my curls!”

 

Tutorial: 5 Quick & Easy Holiday Hair Styles

  

Sorella’s own Sherri Bruno shows us her top 5 holiday hair styles. These quick, simple styles only take a few minutes but are sure to impress!

Tutorial: Newspaper Nail Art

I originally saw this on Pinterest and had to try it out. It’s unique and incredibly easy!