If you are seeking something practical and luxurious to pamper your mom, or yourself, this Mother's Day, then AQUIS Hair Towels and Turbans are perfect gifts. I use mine each time I wash my hair, and can't imagine using anything else because they have really spoiled me. They dry hair so much faster than anything else that I have tried, and they aren't bulky or cumbersome.
AQUIS Lisse Luxe Hair Towel ($30.00 from Ulta, Dermstore, AQUIS Official Amazon Store and Sephora): I have favored using hair towels and turbans, over regular bath towels, for many years, but AQUIS is definitely my very favorite brand for both. Their Lisse Luxe Hair Towel is extra large (19"x50"), ultra-luxurious, very plush, unbelievably soft, it is ultra-absorbent.
According to AQUIS,
Aquis towels and turbans are engineered to wick water out of hair, fast… five times faster than cotton. By reducing the amount of time your hair spends weakened by water without heat or rubbing, the health of your hair will improve. Less frizz. Less breakage. Longer color. More body. It’s the healthiest, strongest version of your own hair. Which naturally, looks good.
Lisse Luxe may sound like the name of an ‘exotic’ artiste. But she’s the perfect towel for normal hair. Lisse Luxe also excels at curly hair, fine hair, damaged hair and any hair that needs gentle treatment. New generation Aquitex improves absorbency and comfort. Wraps and tucks easily leaving hands free while hair dries. Dries fast with less friction, to minimize frizz and damage.
According to AQUIS, The all around gentleness of Lisse Luxe. With the convenience of an easy to fasten turban. Great for curly and delicate hair needing the gentlest treatment. New generation Aquitex improves absorbency and comfort. Wraps and fastens easily leaving hands free while hair dries. Dries fast with less friction, to minimize frizz and damage.
Overall Assessment: I love these tools and turbans, and they are such a luxurious treat that makes any haircare routine much more enjoyable.
Whether you are looking to treat yourself, or the coiffed people on your holiday list, to new haircare tools and products– I have rounded up a few products that are well-worth having.
AQUIS Lisse Luxe Hair Towel ($35.00 from AQUIS, Ulta, AQUIS Official Amazon Store and Sephora): I have favored using hair towels and turbans, over regular bath towels, for many years, but AQUIS is definitely my very favorite brand for both. Their Lisse Luxe Hair Towel is extra large (19"x50"), ultra-luxurious, very plush, unbelievably soft, and it is very absorbent.
According to AQUIS,
Lisse Luxe may sound like the name of an ‘exotic’ artiste. But she’s the perfect towel for normal hair. Lisse Luxe also excels at curly hair, fine hair, damaged hair and any hair that needs gentle treatment. New generation Aquitex improves absorbency and comfort. Wraps and tucks easily leaving hands free while hair dries. Dries fast with less friction, to minimize frizz and damage.
According to AQUIS, The all around gentleness of Lisse Luxe. With the convenience of an easy to fasten turban. Great for curly and delicate hair needing the gentlest treatment. New generation Aquitex improves absorbency and comfort. Wraps and fastens easily leaving hands free while hair dries. Dries fast with less friction, to minimize frizz and damage.
Hot Head microwavable deep conditioning heat cap. This lively black and white zebra print contrasts nicely against the solid pink terrycloth to make this perfectly posh pink zebra Hot Head! Wear your favorite side facing out or alternate them depending on your mood.
Hot Head dramatically improves the results of your favorite deep conditioner, hair masque, oil, or other hair treatment. Without heat, your treatment can only do so much to improve the quality of your hair. Typically, the cuticle is closed, so the treatment is only able to work on the surface of the hair shaft. The results are minimal and superficial when compared to heat enhanced deep conditioning treatments. Hot Head enables the hair cuticle to open for an extended period, allowing the treatment to penetrate the hair shaft, nourishing it from the inside out.
Features:
- Eco Friendly – Handmade with all natural materials
- Reversible and Reusable
- Available in multiple colors
- Easy to use - Salon quality treatments in your home
- For all hair types and textures
- Produces enough heat for a 20-45 minute treatment
- No cords, No fuss - Freedom to move about while deep conditioning your hair
N.B.: Shower caps are essential when using Hot Head! Save yourself a trip to the beauty supply store and add on a 10-pack of disposable shower caps.
Raincry is a professional line of eco-friendly hairbrushes that are handmade by European artisans. With a commitment to provide the very best products while being ethical and environmentally responsible, Raincry ensures that their materials are collected through ethical and environmentally renewable sources.
An exclusive magnesium brush designed to heat and cool faster than ceramic to create greater volume. Ideal for those with long hair (shoulder length to shoulder blades) who want to volumize and/or curl hair. This brush is made with the brand's exclusive magnesium alloy, which heats and cools faster than ceramic to lock in style and reduce styling damage. Premium nylon bristles remove excess product and oils away from the hair, giving you gravity-free style while withstanding the heat from the hottest blow dryers. Its anti-static, two-piece, soft-touch handle prevents hair from getting caught and tangled around the handle, while its flexible spiral design increases the brush's heating surface and channels air around it for less drying time while reducing breakage.
Directions: For the best at-home blowout, start at the nape of your neck and section hair to the same width as the brush. Place the brush under the section (at the roots) and heat the hair at your root area until dry. Then, pull the brush upward away from the shoulders, drying from the mid-shaft while still pulling away from your shoulders. Twirl the ends like spaghetti to get a great finish. Be sure to cool each section fully before moving on to the next.
Features:
- Large size 55mm/2.2 inches
- Premium nylon bristles
- Handmade in Italy
An exclusive magnesium brush designed to heat and cool faster than ceramic to create greater volume. Ideal for those with very long hair (shoulder blades or longer) who want to volumize and/or curl hair. This brush is made with the brand's exclusive magnesium alloy, which heats and cools faster than ceramic to lock in style and reduce styling damage. Premium nylon bristles remove excess product and oils away from the hair, giving you gravity-free style while withstanding the heat from the hottest blow dryers. Its anti-static, two-piece, soft-touch handle prevents hair from getting caught and tangled around the handle, while its flexible spiral design increases the brush's heating surface and channels air around it for less drying time while reducing breakage.
Directions: For the best at-home blowout, start at the nape of your neck and section hair to the same width as the brush. Place the brush under the section (at the roots) and heat the hair at your root area until dry. Then, pull the brush upward away from the shoulders, drying from the mid-shaft while still pulling away from your shoulders. Twirl the ends like spaghetti to get a great finish. Be sure to cool each section fully before moving on to the next.
Features:
- Plus size 65mm/2.6 inches
- Premium nylon bristles
- Handmade in Italy
Raincry Volume Wash ($33.00 for 8 oz. from Raincry, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale's, Space NK, Neiman Marcus, Net-A-Porter and Beautylish): This volumizing shampoo includes Alpha Hydroxy, among its ingredients, in order to effectively remove excess oils, dirt and dry skin– while nourishing and volumizing hair. It is non-stripping, color-safe, Keratin-safe and free of parabens, phthalates and sulfates. It is also cruelty-free.
According to Raincry,
A gravity defying shampoo with body-building AHA, Seashell and Grapefruit extracts. Bigger is better. Volume Wash uses a specially designed Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) to gently rid hair of excess oils, product build up and impurities for a weightless, body-building clean. Fortifying Seashells assist in strengthening and stiffening hair and promotes volume to even the limpest hair textures. The age-old tradition of Grapefruit Extract helps with scalp rejuvenation for stronger roots and healthier regrowth for larger than life hair.
Directions: Apply to wet hair. Massage, lather and rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. For best volume results, use step 2: THICKENING RINSE conditioner. Frequent use.
A plumping conditioner with thickening Collagen, Omega 3 / 6 Fatty Acids and Evening Primrose. Plump up the volume. Lightweight THICKENING RINSE uses Collagen to help plump and swell your hair to provide greater thickness for easier styling. Rich Omega 3 / 6 Fatty Acids strengthens hair and increases elasticity for a stronger, more natural bounce. Evening Primrose has been used for centuries as a scalp tonic and provides scalp regeneration to help support uplifting root volume without weighing down your hair.
Helps build density, add root volume and heat-protection with stimulating Copper Peptides, Biotin and Calendula Extract. Strength in numbers. Daily Densifying Treatment is a multi-tasking formula designed to add root volume, heat-protection and support new hair growth for greater looking density. This unique blend combines Copper Peptides and Biotin that have been clinically proven to decrease hair loss and encourage growth. Age-old Calendula Extract helps enhance root volume and improves circulation to the follicle resulting in fuller looking hair all day long.
Cricket Brushes ($4.59-14.99 from Sally Beauty, Ulta, Amazon and BottomsUPBrush.com): Cricket makes a wide range of affordable and effective brushes and combs– including the ingenious Bottoms Up Brush. This multitasker is equipped with a stainless-steel bottle opener at its base– that makes it perfect for music festivals, days at the beach and for holiday festivities.
According to Cricket,
The Bottoms Up Brush is good for wet and dry… hairstyling. Oblong vent pattern allows for easy airflow access and thin, yet flexible bristles with gentle ball tips help glide through hair. Besides being equipped with a “bottle opener” at the base, the handle is super comfortable with the slight neck indention and bottom expansion that natural fits the hand.
HAI Stylset Professional Dryer ($110.00-119.99 from Hai and Amazon): This hair dryer boasts an impressive 1875W and has cold, warm and hot settings that can easily be modified with its customizable dial. The negative ions and far-infrared rays eliminate static, and the blue UV light helps to condition the scalp. However, the most innovative, and pleasant, aspect is that when you turn on the dryer it releases a wonderful jasmine aroma that is very pleasant.
According to HAI,
The first professional 1875W blow dryer that offers complete heat and wind control for a customized look, with a simple dial swipe.
Features:
- 1875W high-output AC motor
- Set the speed & heat freely for a customized experience
- Negative ions and far-infrared rays eliminate static and boost shine
- Blue UV light conditions the scalp keeping hair shiny and healthy from root to tip
- Sweet jasmine scent released when powered on for a refreshing experience
- Tourmaline & ionic technologies allow hair to be more manageable
- Long-life and over-heating protection
- 125V AC - North American use
- 9' professional power cord with station hook
- Includes 2 nozzles
- TUV certified / LOW EMF / RoHS
- For use in the United States, Canada & Mexico
Directions: To start using your blow dryer, turn the wind control dial to the right which will adjust your wind speed. To control the heat, simply move the dial with the red dot to the right. You will then be able to use the dials to achieve your perfect wind and heat speed. Style as desired. To turn off, simply move the wond control dial dial to the left.
Bring the spa-experience to your home! In addition to the innovative speed/heat dial control and blue UV light, a sweet Jasmine scent released when powered on for a refreshing experience
Sultra After Hours 1.5-Inch Titanium Curling Wand ($149.00 from Sultra, Ulta, Amazon and Walmart): If you are looking to have gorgeous beachy curls and waves this holiday season, including New Year's Eve, then the Bombshell 1.5" Clipless Curling Rod really delivers. No clips means no lines of demarcation left behind, and no hair gets caught in the clip! This is definitely a worthwhile investment, particularly if you have straighter hair that needs a little coaxing to get that extra body.
According to Sultra,
The first clipless curl and wave wand that combines a titanium barrel and a dedicated ion emitter to allow for quick, one-pass styling without the damage caused by excessive heat exposure. The Titanium Barrel provides the optimum heat surface with a friction-free glide. Just turn on the After Hours Collection 1.5-Inch Titanium Styling Wand and activate the tool's Ion Emitter that produces a continuous flow of 100% electrically charged molecules, ensuring completely frizz-free, healthy looking hair. Get sexy curls, sultry waves and lustrous shine with styles that last from day to late night.
Features:
- Ion Emitter creates the most healing, smoothing ions for shiny hair
- Fast heat up and recovery from Titanium Barrel provides friction-free surface so hair effortlessly glides around the barrel without snagging or pulling
- Digital variable temperature controls up to 390F degrees
- Dual-Heater Technology for full barrel even heat and styling
- 9’ foot no tangle swivel cord
- Universal Voltage
- Auto Shut-off
- Includes a complimentary Styling Glove and Iron Pad.
Overall Assessment: These fabulous products will make sure that you have holiday-ready hair, and they make perfect gifts for those coiffed people on your holiday list!
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*In-store offer 6/6-6/16/19. One Aquis hair towel and one Molton Brown travel set per customer. See sales associate for details. ONLINE: Summer Beauty Event gifts will be automatically added at Checkout if available and shipped at the time of your order; one of each gift per order, per customer, while supplies last. Qualifying items will be designated on the site with an indication in colored type on their product page. The value of your Cosmetics or Fragrance order must total $125 for the Aquis hair towel and $325 for the Molton Brown travel set, before shipping and tax. Does not apply to previous purchases or wedding registry items. Other exclusions may apply. International orders do not qualify. Shop: www.neimanmarcus.com
New Year's Eve is one of the biggest nights of the year when it comes to getting dressed up for parties and merry-making. If you are going out, and are planning on planning on putting some concerted effort into your hair style, then here are a few tools that you might want in your arsenal.
Xtava 5-in-1 Satin Wave Curler ($65.00-$104.45 from Xtava, Walmart and Amazon): If you use a curling iron to achieve anything from loose beachy waves to tight curly ringlets, then you need a good curling iron to do the trick. Whether you seek an updo, a chic top knot or the controlled chaos of a full head of gorgeous tight ringlets, then a versatile curling iron is likely what you seek. The Xtava 5-in-1 Satin Wave Curler has 5 detachable wands of varying sizes that can achieve any of your hair curling needs.
According to Xtava,
Whether you want to wear your hair in tight ringlets or beachy waves, there is a barrel for every curl achievable. Who says you can’t have it all? The Satin Wave 5-in-1 Curling Iron lets you style your hair in a variety of ways with just one iron. Each of the interchangeable, ceramic and tourmaline barrels creates every type of silky, frizz-free curl a girl could want.
A curling iron may be a multi-functional hairstyling tool, but that doesn’t mean that it’s necessarily a one-size-fits-all kind of tool to have. Luckily, curling irons are becoming much more accommodating since not everyone wants a tool whose single purpose is to give you Todders In Tiaras ringlets. To wit: size matters. A good rule of thumb is that the wider the barrel, the more waves you’ll be creating than curls.
Directions and Tips:
For tight ringlets: "Choose a barrel size that’s less than an inch wide. The way you wind hair matters too — you want to keep the coils closer together like a wound-up spring. When you release, you’ll see that the hair bounces out like a Slinky, holding the curls tightly. When releasing from the curling iron, hold the curl in place to let it cool for a couple seconds so it sets. Hairspray is key to hold these babies together."
For romantic Jane Austen novel curls: "Generally a one-inch barrel will do the trick for most hair lengths that are shoulder-length and longer. You can still use this for shorter hair but you’ll get less curl crests per section. Keep those hair sections coiled tightly and close together around the barrel for very long hair, since your hair’s length will weigh it down upon release. Separate the curls with fingers and set with a flexible hold hairspray."
For Glamour Waves: "Depending on your hair length you can achieve this with a one-inch or one and a half-inch barrel. The trick with this one is to wrap hair sections all in the same direction and try to coil them the same way to achieve a uniform curl. The key: when you’ve done your whole head, gently brush out the curls with a boar bristle brush to smooth everything into a sheet of undulating Rita Hayworth waves. For fine hair, give your hair a once over before and after brushing out so you don’t lose too much texture from brushing."
For lived-in textured waves: "Grab your one-inch barrel for this one — larger, if your hair is super long. One make-or-break tactic for perfecting this look is to leave the ends out. Curled ends tend to look much more coiffed and “done.” Using your curling iron or wand, wrap small hair sections, but not coiled closely together. Now this takes a bit of trial and error depending on your hair thickness and length, but generally less than five seconds does the trick. So does alternating the direction you curl. You don’t have to be too on it with allowing the curl to cool and set before releasing since you want it to unfurl a bit."
Xpert Tip: "When you have a head of loose curls, you can use a dry texture spray or rub some styling cream/oil in your hands and run your fingers through the waves to break them up."
Features:
– 5 interchangeable ceramic barrels
– 360° swivel cord (8 ft)
– 9 heat settings between 250ºF-410ºF
– Ceramic tourmaline technology
– Includes heat-resistant glove + travel bag
Head Kandy Brush Straightener ($59.99-$84.99 from Head Kandy and Amazon): This is such an innovative design for a hair straightener, and it is so easy to use. The brush paddle is wide enough to cover a wide area of hair, and it cuts down the amount of time that it takes to straighten your tresses.
According to Head Kandy,
The paddle of the brush is wide enough for short hair but also PERFECT for longer lengths as it covers enough of the hair as you brush through to straighten and really eliminate having to run through your hair multiple times as with other tools. in turn eliminating heat damage.
Head Kandy heats up to that coveted 450 degrees that we all know and love so you know your hair will come out beautifully straight and it can also be used for high heat keratin treatments.
Hot Tools Cool Tools 1 ¼ Inch Conditioning Vapor Flat Iron ($59.99-$71.99 from JCPenney, Amazon and Ulta): If you seek a more traditional flat iron to straighten your hair, then the Cool Tools Conditioning Vapor Flat Iron is worth your consideration. It includes its Argan Conditioning Treatment and Thermal Protectant that will leave your hair noticeably soft and protected.
According to Hot Tools,
Smooths and strengthens your hair with a Nano Ceramic® surface that emits far-infrared heat to eliminates frizz. Patented Pulse Technology® restores heat immediately for consistent, even styling. The amazing Argan Conditioning Treatment and Thermal Protectant formula works wonders for your hair. It is both a conditioning treatment and thermal protectant.
All Caps Shower, Sleep, Spa ($52.00 from All Caps Hair and their All Caps Shower, Sleep, Spa Official Amazon Page): All Caps is not your grandmother's shower cap by any stretch of the imagination. Not only will this protect your blow-outs or perfectly articulated curls while you are in the shower, but simply reverse it when you are using oil treatments and deep masking/conditioning.
According to All Caps Shower, Sleep, Spa:
What if you could take that fabulous, salon-fresh blowout and make it last forever? OK, that’s practically impossible, but a solid week will do, right? Dodge the shower droplets, hide from the humidity and wake up like a sleeping beauty with a perfect coif still in place by taking cover with All Caps. More than a traditional shower cap, All Caps satisfies all of your beauty needs from bathing and hair mask treatments, to protecting against spray tans and preserving those costly salon blowouts. The soft, flexible cap easily adjusts to the size of your head and length of your hair for a more comfortable, customizable fit. An innovative fabric technology protects hair in the shower, at the spa and in bed. The reversible design keeps clothes, furniture, pillowcases and other surfaces mess-free while doing hair masks and other restorative treatments. Unlike your old school shower caps, All Caps is fungus-resistant and completely machine washable.
To Maintain Your Blowout:
· Place the cap on your head with the microfiber terry band and buttons centered on your forehead, then pull the back of the cap down toward the nape of the neck.
· Sweep and tuck hair into the cap.
· Adjust the sides of the back of the cap so that it fully covers the hairline.
· Pinch the side toggles and pull the elastic cords to secure a custom, comfortable fit.
· If desired, hook the top elastic loops onto the front button to lift the back of the cap off the neck. To pull the cap farther off the neck, wrap the loops around the buttons to create the desired cap length.
All Caps Shower, Sleep, Spais:Hypoallergenic, Fungal-Resistant, Adjustable, Sustainable, Reversible for Masking, Machine Washable, Reusable Travel Case, Made in the USA.
AQUIS Lisse Luxe Hair Towel ($30.00 from AQUIS, AQUIS Official Amazon Store and Sephora): I have favored using hair towels and turbans, over regular bath towels, for many years, but AQUIS is definitely my very favorite brand for both. Their Lisse Luxe Hair Towel is extra large (19"x50"), ultra-luxurious, very plush, unbelievably soft, it is ultra-absorbent.
According to AQUIS,
Lisse Luxe may sound like the name of an ‘exotic’ artiste. But she’s the perfect towel for normal hair. Lisse Luxe also excels at curly hair, fine hair, damaged hair and any hair that needs gentle treatment. New generation Aquitex improves absorbency and comfort. Wraps and tucks easily leaving hands free while hair dries. Dries fast with less friction, to minimize frizz and damage.
According to AQUIS, The all around gentleness of Lisse Luxe. With the convenience of an easy to fasten turban. Great for curly and delicate hair needing the gentlest treatment. New generation Aquitex improves absorbency and comfort. Wraps and fastens easily leaving hands free while hair dries. Dries fast with less friction, to minimize frizz and damage.
Overall Assessment: If you are looking for new hair styling tools, then these are picks worthy of your consideration. Even if you don't heat stay your hair, the All Caps shower cap and AQUIS hair towels and turbans are great to pamper your hair.
