A long history of black beauty and hair Nov 2, 2009
As you may have guessed, our subject is Good Hair, Chris Rock's new documentary on the industry of black hair care. The comedian has called it the blackest movie he's ever made. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Regis Q3 earnings down 46% Oct 30, 2009
The Edina-based hair care company reported net earnings of nearly $7. 8 million, or 14 cents per share, for the quarter ended Sept. 30. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Just for girls: modeling and etiquette workshop begins (3) Oct 26, 2009
The girls also learn about hair care from Toni epresentatives. Stylists from the salons teach the girls how to take care of their hair, how to style it and give away gifts. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
County assessor: Fry's corporate parent purchases Foothills property Oct 25, 2009
So Mr. B's has moved to another space on the other side of Fry's between Cost Cutters Family Hair Care and Floorplay, Bennett said. Kate and Steve Cook, the Segway people, have found a new home base for their business as the first tenant in a downtown mini-indoor mall being developed by property owner Chet Lane at 261 S. Main St.. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
The line the new black Barbies won’t cross Oct 25, 2009
For those of you unfamiliar with the complexities of black hair care, straightening is a process in which a stylist sections your hair and applies a cream that starts out cool but becomes unbearably hot. The cream contains sodium hydroxide, commonly found in drain and oven cleaners, and so corrosive that stylists have to use rubber gloves. (Boston Globe)
OSI Pharma 3rd-qtr profit falls on costs, taxes Oct 24, 2009
Wide Selection on Schwarzkopf Osis Hair Care. Free Shipping Available. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Good Hair Documentary Featuring Chr... Oct 24, 2009
is a 2009 documentary, made by comedian Chris Rock, which reflects upon the fiscally lucrative, multi-million dollar black hair care industry and the extremes to which many black women will go in efforts to achieve chemically altered, relaxed, and/or straightened hair ... Chris Rock s documentary (reportedly inspired by the dismay the director s 3 year old daughter expressed at not having good hair) delves into various aspects of this specific hair care phenomena ... Rock examines the vast... (Suite101.com)
Review: 'Good Hair' an intriguing documentary Oct 24, 2009
But mostly it's a series of interviews, with testimonials by celebrities including Nia Long, Ice-T and Al Sharpton, who deservedly gets the most screen time, at one point reminiscing about hair care tips he got from James Brown. This is the kinder, gentler "Everybody Loves Chris" Rock, and although no one will mistake him for Ken Burns, he's a surprisingly strong interviewer. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
PhotoMedex raises $2.7M in stock sale Oct 24, 2009
PhotoMedex also develops and markets products based on DNA repair for skin health, hair care and wound care. Most Read Stories. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
New Mall of America service texts deals while you shop Oct 17, 2009
Tweets today include messages promoting movies being shown at the Mall of America Theatres, one announcing a book signing scheduled for Saturday with clothing designer and author Christian Siriano and one announcing a free gift for the first 100 customers to visit a certain hair care products retailer in the mall. sblack@bizjournals. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Chris Rock Blows The Lid Off The Hair Care Industry Oct 17, 2009
WASHINGTON (October 16, 2009)--Chris Rock isn't worried that black women will be mad at him for blowing the lid off the hair care industry in his new movie, Good Hair. . (KWTX.com, TX)
Wind Power The Pickens Way Oct 16, 2009
From Hair Care To Billionaire John Paul DeJoria built two billion-dollar brands during tough times ... From Hair Care To Billionaire John Paul DeJoria built two billion-dollar brands during tough times. (Forbes -- Business)
Knockouts rolls with the punches Oct 16, 2009
The most important issue is how we cut and style hair, said Friday, adding, Not only do we provide great hair care, but we re also a great neighbor and we want to be that for you in this community. Friday continued to emphasize the success of his business model by adding that the Knockouts franchise is debt-free and that none of the franchises has ever gone out of business. (Easton Journal, MA)
Lexington stylist Naz Kupelian steps up to world stage Oct 16, 2009
This week, Kupelian and the rest of his team representing hair care company Rusk will choose about 60 amateur models as their willing subjects and perhaps Guinea pigs for the 2009. This is Kupelian s first time at the show, which offers a world stage for the most promising and gifted stylists on the planet. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Style Curly Hair Without Styling Pr... Oct 14, 2009
The hair care industry is constantly introducing a new styling product that promises to banish frizz and create perfect curls. Yet, many of these products contain similar ingredients and some only work for a short period of time before the inevitable bad hair day emerges. (Suite101.com)
Natural goodness Oct 13, 2009
The Silky Shine hair care series with thanakha is also enriched with biotin and various natural ingredients to nourish hair against sun damage, free radicals, chemicals and daily hair-styling. The shampoo is available in four variants Silky Shine Straight h (with olive oil, pomelo and green tea); Silky Shine Clean (peppermint, ginseng and green tea); Silky Shine Repair r Protrect (yoghurt, honey and green tea); and Silky Shine Scalp Care uff Control (Vit E, Vit B5 and ZPT). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Chris Rock's Daughter Inspired New Documentary 'Good Hair' Oct 10, 2009
Rock's film takes him on a journey to the Dudley's Hair Care & Cosmetics plant in Greensboro, North Carolina; the streets of Los Angeles to sell hair; and even India to discover where the hair for weaves comes from. "I was in India; I flew 20 hours to get this," Rock said. (VHI.com -- Music News)
FBI asked Smith about alleged murder plot Oct 9, 2009
"My Nappy Roots" traces the business and cultural history of black hair care and has otherwise only been shown at colleges and film festivals since its completion in 2006. "Good Hair" will be released nationwide on Oct. 23. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Filmmaker sue Chris Rock over upcoming release 'Good Hair'; claims it copies her work Oct 8, 2009
The lawsuit states "My Nappy Roots" traces the business and cultural history of black hair care and has otherwise only been shown at colleges and film festivals since its completion in 2006. Her lawsuit claims several of elements of her film have been copied. (FOX61, CT)
Dove is now the largest premium brand for Hindustan Unilever Oct 7, 2009
Dove is the largest premium brand in the Hindustan Unilever portfolio, says Rajaram Narayanan, vice president, hair care and Lakme, HUL. Now the Dove portfolio delivers Rs 400 crore in sales ... The rest comes from hair care, a category that Dove entered in India about two years back. (India Times)
Swami Raote, MD J&J on the firm's foray into beauty care segment Oct 7, 2009
It competes in multiple categories including sun protection, facial cleansing, body care, hair care, fairness, acne, anti-ageing , mens and colour cosmetics. We have chosen a reduced line up for the India launch, however as the market and consumer evolve we will bring in new products and platforms. (India Times)
Optimizing the value of shea in poverty alleviation Oct 7, 2009
In the instance of personal care, shea butter is used differently as a moisturizer, as soap with high "saponifiable" content, and in skin and hair care cosmetics as lotion and cream. In the gourmet (catering) industry, shea is used as edible fat which is an equivalence of cocoa butter in the making of chocolates, and as an additive to confectionary products, biscuits and pastries in the form of shea stearin or vegetable fat. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Bad day: Chris Rock is sued over Good Hair Oct 7, 2009
She also claims both films are socially and politically conscious; both films were inspired by the filmmakers respective daughters; each film includes interviews with medical professionals in the case of Nappy Roots a doctor was used while Good Hair used a dermatologist; both films interviewed hair care pioneers; each film looks at how India is involved in the use of weaves; both films have comedians to add comic relief; both have celebrities tell their own hair... (MSNBC -- News)
'Recession Hair' Unusual Economic Indicator Oct 5, 2009
Recession Inspires Do-it-Yourself Hair Care - ABC News. Hot Topics. (ABC News)
P&G partners with software firm Oct 3, 2009
Cincinnati-based P&G (NYSE: PG) is the world s largest consumer products maker, with a portfolio that includes beauty products, hair care, household goods and health items. Most Read Stories. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Vikings vs. Packers Game Commercial Features Favre Fans Going for Haircut Oct 2, 2009
is North America's largest franchisor under one brand in the $55 billion-a-year hair care industry and one of Entrepreneur magazine's top 100 franchise concepts in 2009. Established in 1982, Great Clips perfected a system for delivering competitively priced, high quality haircuts to men, women and children in a walk-in atmosphere. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
- INKED! Warm & Fuzzy Workplaces 101 0 Oct 2, 2009
Teresa agreed a full array of office hair care products would be in line with the corporate credo of professionalism and the immaculate appearance we want to impart to readers and advertisers. It was as if a chorus of angels bearing frankincense and myrrh descended upon the home office. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Oxygen Development seeks $3M HUD loan Oct 1, 2009
The county previously approved giving the cosmetics, skin and hair care manufacturing company access to a $22. 5 billion loan from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act s Recovery Zone Facility Bond. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
End Abuse program to raise funds, awareness for Hopes Door and SafeHaven Sep 26, 2009
Starting Sept. 28, Beauty Brands locations in Frisco, Fort Worth, Plano, Richardson and Watauga will join Redken, a global leader in professional hair care products, in leading the It Takes Guts to End Abuse campaign. The program is designed to raise awareness and funding for End Abuse, a program that provides support to local domestic violence shelters. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
School of hard shocks: Do all kids need college today? Sep 22, 2009
It turns out that the largest block of jobs is in the service sector store clerks, food service, hair care. While it is important for our children to have the very best educational opportunities possible, it is not necessary for us to force feed the college dream to every one of them. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Election fights on every corner Sep 20, 2009
Hair Care Center in Dudley Square, where the walls are decorated with posters of President Obama and Muhammad Ali, customers have been talking a lot more about politics in recent weeks, said barber Joe Barboza. The passing of Kennedy and the election of Obama has made people aware of how involved they need to be, said Arnita Cooper, another barber there. (Boston Globe)
PhotoMedex to raise $4M in stock sale Sep 19, 2009
In addition to marketing the XTrac laser system, the company develops products for skin health, hair care and wound care. It sells those products directly to dermatologists, plastic and cosmetic surgeons and salons. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
VIDEO: Troy Polamalu is Doing Curls For a Good Cause Sep 10, 2009
"The Head & Shoulders partnership with Troy Polamalu and sponsorship of the NFL is a natural fit for the brand as both stand for excellence, leadership and performance. Many NFL players already use our hair care products in the locker room and now we are making Head & Shoulders an integral part of their grooming routines after they leave the field," says April Anslinger, Brand Manager of Head & Shoulders at Procter & Gamble ... While known for its dandruff efficacy, Head & Shoulders offers seven... (PR Newswire)
Longtime loyalty for the girls and their curls Sep 10, 2009
"Lucille and Millie were right behind them." And the four women still come to Ina's shop for their hair care needs. "These ladies are so special to me," Frazier said. (Pittsfield Pike Press, IL)
Staff at Robin's Hair Salon making most of new location Sep 5, 2009
They offer hair styling, cuts, shampoo washing, permanents, coloring, and other hair care services as well as manicures and pedicures, and eyebrow waxing. The salon also sells a variety of hair care products. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Salon fund-raiser to benefit cancer-stricken teenager Sep 5, 2009
On Saturday, Sept. 5, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Illusions Hair Care will donate all its proceeds from haircuts to the O Briens ... Where: Ilusions Hair Care, Foster Square, Brewster. (Harwich Oracle, MA)
Women's Travel Makeup and Beauty Pr... Sep 3, 2009
Women's Travel Makeup and Beauty Products. Women's Travel Makeup and Beauty Products. (Suite101.com)
Lockwood opens new salon, Tease Hair Studio, in Portsmouth Sep 2, 2009
Lockwood said she chose Davines as her exclusive hair care and color products for her salon due to its attention to quality and respect for the environment, using high-grade natural ingredients. The company uses only renewable energy resources to produce all of its products, which is an important component to the image Lockwood is creating at Tease, she added. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Oxygen Development looking to move Sep 2, 2009
The manufacturer of color cosmetics, skin care, hair care and over-the-counter drug-type products pledged to create 800 full-time equivalent jobs there within five years. It would offer just over half of them to people with low-to-moderate income. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Beauty expert offers skinny on kids' haircut trends, ways to trim costs Sep 1, 2009
Knight also offered tips on how to stretch the family budget when it comes to hair care. The institute, like many beauty schools, is offering a money-saving deal this back-to-school season: $5 haircuts this month for children up to 12 years old. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Soft & Beautiful(R) Just for Me!(R) Promotes Child Safety Aug 29, 2009
Hair Milk collection makes everyday hair care easy and enjoyable for moms and their little ones. Just for Me. (PR Newswire)
Beauty industry does well even in down economy Aug 23, 2009
The bureau also reports that the availability of jobs in cosmetology - which covers hair care and nail care, among other services - will grow faster than the overall average of all occupations and will increase by 14 percent by 2016. For Minter, several factors came into play that convinced her to start her own business. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Dean Cain, Colin Cowie, Gerry Deveaux, Farouk, Heather Kerzner, Richard Lefrak, George Maloof Jr., Valeria Mazza, Matthew Rolston, Andre Leon Talley, Tamara Tunie and Keisha Whitaker To Judge The 2009 Miss Universe(R) Pageant on NBC August Aug 18, 2009
The judges are: Dean Cain, actor and producer best known for his TV portrayal of Clark Kent/Superman; Colin Cowie, author/television personality/designer to the stars; Gerry DeVeaux, award-winning producer, songwriter and style guru; Farouk, Founder and Chairman of CHI Hair Care; Heather Kerzner, philanthropist and ambassador for Kerzner International and their resorts, including Atlantis, Paradise Island; Richard LeFrak, Chairman, President and CEO, LeFrak Organization; George Maloof Jr.,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Russell Mill tennis tournament to benefit Chelmsford food pantry Aug 6, 2009
A special thank you to the Tournament s 2009 sponsors - Russell Mill Swim and Tennis Club, Inc., The Cutting Edge Hair Care Company, Veolia, Omega Pizza, AJS Home Improvement, The Pizza Place, Maureen Howe, Realtor, Century 21 Landmark, LeTip of Nashoba Valley and EmbroidMe. To register, go to or call Alex Loyer at 978-256-0120. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
Clinton, Kim Hold "Exhaustive" Talks Aug 5, 2009
" Gibbs (Obama) must think we're all stupid. Why else would he go? A sight seeing trip. Looking for a cheap Lewinsky? Buying sneakers? by TyroneHoglegg August 4, 2009 10:18 AM EDT Did Bill present him with any hair care products? by docpeter1953 August 4, 2009 10:28 AM EDT From the above article, "He smiled and bowed as a young girl presented him with flowers. "-------------------------------------Bill was probably checking to see if she was legal.__________________________________________ by... (CBS News -- World)
More hotels iron out the wrinkles for guests Aug 4, 2009
"If they are going to send someone home with me to wash, iron, cook and clean after a long trip," says Juliano, a sales director for a hair care manufacturer, "now, that is a different story.". Posted. (USA Today -- Money)
Making headlines Aug 3, 2009
This week marked the grand opening of , a $23 million, 500,000-square-foot manufacturing facility that will ultimately produce more than 50 different products, including hair care and styling tools such as flat irons and blow dryers ... With nearly 800 employees, Farouk Systems sells hair care and beauty products such as shampoos, conditioners and electronic appliances under the BioSilk and CHI brands. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
CHI-maker meets 1,200 new positions head-on Aug 1, 2009
This week marked the grand opening of , a $23 million, 500,000-square-foot manufacturing facility that will ultimately produce more than 50 different products, including hair care and styling tools such as flat irons and blow dryers. The company is building the North Houston facility from the ground-up. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Goodness of olives Jul 27, 2009
Its new Organic Olive hair care range is inspired by the natural wonder of olives and consists of eight different products catering to all hair types from dry to oily, and even damaged hair caused by chemical treatments like perming, colouring and rebonding. Organic Olive Oil does not contain any artificial/synthetic ingredients or preservatives and is produced through cold-press techniques under strict standards to ensure that only the highest grade of olive oil is produced. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Visit Indianapolis- Information & Enter to Win Jul 25, 2009
a. Hair care products b. Basketballs for the NBAc. Helmets worn by race car drivers. (FOX19.com, OH)
Tide, Nikon Bringing Big Names to B... Jul 19, 2009
Celebrity stylist Luke O Connor will be taking a break from Lukaro Salon in Los Angeles, the style studio he and his wife Rona opened in 1992, to give BlogHer attendees real life hair care and styling tips at the Suave and Degree booth Friday and Saturday. O Connor is the stylist for Debra Messing and other celebrities. (Suite101.com)
Eden Allure Releases New Argan Oil Total Body Care Line Jul 19, 2009
Cultural Connections releases its new argan oil based natural skin and hair care line of products under the brand name Eden Allure ... Deemed the new "It' beauty ingredient of 2009 research has shown that argan oil helps diminish fine lines and wrinkles, protects skin and hair from free radicals, and gives skin and hair a healthy, glowing appearance. "We donate part of our income to Global Fund for Women," said James Moore, owner of Cultural Connections, LLC, an Orlando, FL based manufacturer of... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
What's/Who's new Jul 19, 2009
Sisters Flora Cruz-Khan and Josia Garcia own the spa, where they specialize in hair care, nails, massages, facials, body treatments, waxing and permanent cosmetics. Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Trio linked to multiple CVS burglaries Jul 17, 2009
The group has taken about 5,000 worth of merchandise, mostly targeting hair care products, sheriff's officials said. The same three, who have been caught on surveillance video, are believed to have hit three Vista CVS pharmacies, two of them twice, officials said. (North County Times)
Maintaining a Curly Hairstyle Jul 15, 2009
Curly expert Lorraine Massey of Devachan Salon and author of Curly Girl recommends conditioner-only washing exclusively for curly hair care. Many conditioners contain enough cleansing ingredients, such as cocobetaine, to remove dirt and product build-up. (Suite101.com)
How to Grow Long Hair Jul 14, 2009
Gentle Hair Care Methods. Growing long hair requires gentle hair care ... Gentle Hair Care Methods. (Suite101.com)
Monoi Oil for Hair Jul 14, 2009
A French Polynesian Hair Care Tradition ... Oral history also references the use of monoi oil for healing, spiritual purposes, skin care and hair care ... In hair care, the tiare flower extract allows the monoi oil to soothe sore scalps, balance dandruff and moisturize dry hair. (Suite101.com)
Get ready, girls: Celebrity Beauty Bandy Jul 13, 2009
"He's been in famous magazines and launched hair care products all over the world.". Ian Gavet also started his hairstyling career with Vidal Sassoon, alongside Joshua Galvin and Gordon Nelson. (Juneau Empire)
Japanese Hair Straightening Jul 11, 2009
Ask for photos of real before and after hair care clients. Have a consultation in 2 different salons. (Suite101.com)
PhotoMedex CEO ODonnell resigns Jul 7, 2009
The company also develops and markets products for hair care and wound care. O Donnell has been president and CEO since 1999. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Enjoy glowing skin this monsoon season Jul 4, 2009
Daily Skin and Hair Care for Monsoon season - Good and effective cleansing using a soap free cleanser is recommended. You could also use a gentle scrub (with uniform mild beads) once a day. (India Times, India)
Retail/Leisure Jul 3, 2009
Based in Chandler, services include hair care, nail care up, body care ge therapy, special treatments g, and spa packages. Top 10 Lists. (AZCentral -- Business)
AZ Journal: Big Surf's wave of popularity Jul 2, 2009
Despite the park's success, Clairol decided that surfing and hair care didn't mix. In 1971, it sold the park for $650,000 to an El Paso company. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Motions(R), Soft & Beautiful(R), Soft & Beautiful(R) Just for Me!(TM) and Keshia Knight Pulliam Bond Over Beauty in New Orleans Jul 1, 2009
The second-largest producer of hair care products for women of color in the world, the beauty suite promises to be the hottest party in town. Related Quotes. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Business owners doubling up Jul 1, 2009
Ms. Kaiser doesn't thinks it's too much to ask for her Mothers Milc natural hair care line in environmentally friendly packaging to sell across the country. "I would like to see the company go national," she said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
