Halloween Make-Up Tips...

Do you want a hot look for Halloween but you're not sure how to make it happen? Read on for some simple make-up tips for the spooky holiday.

Turn Beauty Make-up Staples into Horror Effects:

• Navy, purple and brown eye shadows are perfect for blending into eye sockets and is effective if matte rather than shimmer colors are used. Bruising, tiredness and an undead look are all easy to achieve with this technique and can look scarily realistic if done with a light touch. Contouring eye sockets, cheek bones and bony skulls is also simple as most beauty eye colors are made to be blended easily and look fabulous on camera.
• Too-pale foundation gives the skin a deathly pallor and if blended well can also provide a more realistic and less fancy dress look than grease paint or face paint. Try teaming this with either no blusher or a very bright, clean blush to bring out the paleness of the skin. Take a little foundation over the lips to look deathly pale.
• For chic, Halloween party make-up that is sexy rather than monstrous, use the above beauty products to create a ghoulish pale skinned and smoky eye look. This is perfect to team with this season's staples such as red lips or jeweled party lashes.
• For realism don't forget to blend pale foundation into neck, hands or anything on display and do not just stop at the chin.
• Concealer pencils are useful for lining eyes to make them look extra pale, especially if lashes are left without mascara. This is the opposite to a vampy smoky eye but looks equally good with red lips and washed out skin.
• Lip gloss is especially good for creating an oozy sheen if special effects make-up cannot be found.
• Black, matte lipstick is also a fantastic look for a glamorous Halloween make-up if done with polished make-up, 1920s style. Using a black kohl pencil to line lips around a deep wine colored lipstick also looks fabulous with pale skin and opulent lashes. Blot cream color with powder to make it seriously matte.

Sexy & Short...Is It Right For You?

Super short hairstyles are walking the runways and red carpet this fall with the likes of Carrie Mulligan (pictured on the left), Halle Berry, and Katie Holmes sporting fashionably fabulous short dues. But is it right for you?

The answer is yes and no. Some face shapes are great for super short looks, others for chin length bobs. Just make sure that whatever style you choose you take into consideration a few things before you chop off your locks!

First, consider the rest of your look by asking yourself a few questions. What kind of makeup do you wear, your style, your clothes, are you more edgy or chic? What about your work environment? Make sure your hair will work for the day and transform into the night. If you're a flip-flop casual kind of girl then you might want a look that is low maintanance.

Second, make sure your cut has style and is something that you can do once you leave the salon. Working with a good stylist can be key to getting the right look that fits your needs. A good stylist will always recommend products and ideas on how you can maintain your new look when you are home.

Third, do you have curly or textured hair? Keep that in mind when you get your hair cut the texture of your hair will make a huge difference as to how it looks. An a-symmetrical bob might be hard to maintain if you have naturally curly hair, unless you are willing to flat-iron or straighten your hair everyday. If you love the bob and are sure it is the best style for you, then consider a Brazilian Blowout to lessen the frizz and add more smoothness. Short hair with added texture can also give you an edge. If you have super straight hair and want more of a flowing look with your short hair, try using a curling iron.

Finally, pay attention to your natural features. Short hair draws attention to your face so make sure the cut is angled to enhance your features. Adding layers or angled bangs can accentuate cheekbones or draw attention away from your nose. Ask your hair stylist to help you achieve the most gorgeous feminine short haircut that compliments your face and style.

When you are ready for your new short look, come see one of the experienced stylists at Obsessions Salon & Spa in Linda Mar. Visit their Website for directions and information. www.obsessionssalon.com

Get Ready for Fall!

Get ready for the Fall Season with Obsessions Salon & Spa! The stylists at Obsessions in Linda Mar are available to give you the best color, cut, style and Brazilian Blowout.

Need help deciding what looks best? Check out some of these Celebrity photos for inspiration. Some of the latest looks for the upcoming season are fringe bangs, soft flowing hair and the color red...all have been seen on the red carpet and at the latest fashion shows. If you want that celebrity look come down and see us at Obsessions Salon & Spa! Get all the info at www.obessionssalon.com

Girls Donate Hair to Pantene's Beautiful Lengths!

Most school aged kids spend their afternoons playing video games and hanging out at the play ground, but for sisters Carney and Isabel, they spent an afternoon giving back. Both girls decided to get haircuts and donate their hair to Pantene's Beautiful Lengths.

Obsessions Salon was so excited and honored that the girls decided to come to them with such an important task. Stylists Joy and Sue were happy to help the girls giving them beautiful haircuts and styles, while preserving their left over hair for

donation.

Check out these adorable pictures and thank you to Carney and Isabel for such a kind gesture. What an example they are setting and we are proud to have them as clients of Obsessions!

Pantene's Beautiful Lengths is committed to helping all women feel their best, which inspired us to draw people together and make a difference for women facing cancer. The program encourages women and men to grow, cut, and donate their hair to make real hair wigs for women who have lost their hair due to cancer treatments.

Obsessions is located at 1345 Linda Mar Shopping Center, in Pacifica. To get more info on the salon check out our Website at www.obsessionssalon.com

Check Out What People are Saying About Obsessions Salon

"Yes, I still love my hair. I love my long, silky, jet black hair even more now after having had the Brazilian Blowout treatment! I had the treatment done 5 months ago and with all the rain that has been going on - not one frizzy strand! My hair laughs at the rain and stays silky shiny, and healthy without frizz, I just love it! It lays on my skin and softly brushes me when I walk ::sigh:: love my hair! I used to spend a good 2 hours blow drying and flat ironing my hair that I would call it "going into battle" because it was so so time consuming and my arms got tired. Joy is my hairdresser at Obsessions. She just did my second Brazilian Blowout FIVE MONTHS AFTER MY FIRST! I heart Joy because she keeps me looking fabulous! I see her once a week for a wash, blowout, and flat iron for a mere $30! The BB was supposed to last a couple of months but mine lasted super long. I think it has a lot to do with using the BB products and faithfully doing the masque overnight once a week. Thank you Obsessions for having such a great space that I feel happy to visit so often - and my heartfelt thanks to Joy who week in and week out works so hard to maintain my luscious locks so that I can keep loving my hair! I love my hair - worth every penny I spend on it. *smile* (yes I am fondling my hair right now ::laughing::) If you are considering the Brazilian Blowout - the trip to Obsessions Pacifica will save you $100 right off the bat (I was quoted $350 from several salons in the city for the same exact treatment, products, etc). Give a small town mom and pop a try - visit Obsessions! SPOILER ON BOARD: A friend of mine told me that another beauty salon in Pacifica charges for the Brazilian Blowout based on THE LENGTH OF YOUR HAIR. HUH?! At Obsessions the price is what it is and you get the shampoo free if you buy the set of home products. At another salon in the city where another one of my friends went, she paid more than I did but it is a flat rate there as well. Strange practice, very strange indeed.Joy and Obsessions are a part of my beauty squad that boasts other people and places around the Bay Area. I am so lucky to be surrounded by talented people who work very hard to help me physically project the way I feel inside! Life is too short to be average - be spectacular!"

(Jennifer CP Yelp Review)

To learn more about Joy's experience and about Obsessions Salon & Spa check out our website at www.obsessionssalon.com

Brazilian Blowout from Obsessions Salon - Amazing Before and After Pics

The Brazilian Blowout is one of the newest and easiest ways to keep your hair looking smooth and gorgeous, especially if you deal with curly, frizzy hair.

At Obsessions Salon, we have a great deal of

experience on how to do Brazilian Blowouts and

our clients are very happy with the outcome!

Just check out these before and after photos of a recent treatment done by Jeanette. If you want to learn more about Jeanette and her experience check out our Website at www.obsessionssalon.com

Come in and see for yourself how your hair can look amazing for months, just by having one treatment. All the information is at www.obsessionssalon.com. Come stop by!

Brazilian Blowout Before & After Pics by Obsessions Salon...

On Saturday we did a Brazilian Blowout for the lovely, Andie Rose Crug. Check out these amazing Before & After pics! For information on the Brazilian Blowout please see our website, www.obsessionssalon.com. To schedule your appointment to get fantastic frizz-free hair that last for months call the salon at 650-355-4536.

The Brazilian Blowout!

Have you ever thought about getting a Brazilian Blowout? Obessesions Salon and Spa in Pacifica, CA, now offers Brazilian Blowouts at a great price! Come meet the staff, learn more about the process or, if you just need a touch up, cut, new look, they can take care of you! Don't forget to check our Facebook Page and Twitter to see the latest specials and deals. Always check the Website for any new information and products. www.obsessionssalon.com Here are some frequently asked questions about Brazilian Blowouts... Q. Who is the best candidate for the Brazilian Blowout? A. It has been our experience, that good candidates for the Brazilian Blowout are anyone who has frizzy, damaged or processed hair. We have performed the treatment on every hair type (fine/course/frizzy, curly), as well as hair that has been permed, Japanese straightened and extensions. In doing so, we have found that with proper communication and a well considered application, everyone can benefit from the Brazilian Blowout smoothing treatment. Q. What kind of look will you get from the Brazilian Blowout? A. The hair will be left totally frizz-free, shiny, effortlessly manageable and with plenty of body and bounce. There will still be the option to wear hair curly/wavy (depending on the hair type) and the freedom to blow dry hair smooth and straight in a fraction of the time invested prior to receiving the treatment. Q. Can I still receive a Brazilian Blowout if I have highlights and/or color? A. Yes, the Brazilian Blowout will actually improve the health of color-treated/highlighted hair by conditioning the hair while sealing the cuticle for enhanced color, reduced frizz and radiant shine. Q. Is the Brazilian Blowout going to make my hair straight? A. If your hair is wavy, the Brazilian Blowout will make your hair appear naturally straight and healthy. If your hair is very curly, it will minimize frizz while enhancing the appearance of the natural wave/curl. If you have straight, frizzy hair, this treatment will eliminate frizz and promote radiant shine. Q. How long does the Brazilian Blowout last? A. The Brazilian Blowout will last for 10-12 weeks if the Acai After-Care Maintenance product line is used. The Brazilian Blowout is a cumulative treatment, in that the more you receive it, the healthier the hair will be and the longer the result will last. Q. Can you apply the Brazilian Blowout directly on top of other relaxers and strengtheners? A. Yes. The Brazilian Blowout actually works best on chemically treated hair, and helps to improve the hairs condition by fortifying each strand with essential amino acids. The Brazilian Blowout works great directly on top of a relaxer. Perform the relaxer first, Brazilian Blowout next, and then neutralize at the very end of both treatments. The Brazilian Blowout is great to perform when someone is trying to move away from having relaxers or Japanese straighteners. It puts movement back into the hair, allowing the hair to look its best. Q. Will my hair lose volume if I receive the Brazilian Blowout? A. No, your hair will not lose volume as a result of receiving the Brazilian Blowout. Your hair will maintain its natural volume and you will still receive great bend and memory when blow-drying and/or using a curling iron. Q. Will my hair return to its original state after the Brazilian Blowout treatment has completed its life cycle? A. Yes, the hair will revert to its original state once the Brazilian Blowout treatment has completed its life cycle of 10-12 weeks, however, the condition of the hair will actually improve as a result of the fortifying and conditioning nature of the product. Q. Can you color your hair the same day you receive a Brazilian Blowout? A. Yes, however, you must color your hair prior to having the Brazilian Blowout smoothing treatment. If you are coloring hair dark brunette or red, you will want to color the hair a shade darker than you otherwise would, as the hair color will experience fading during the Brazilian Blowout treatment. Q. Can you swim in the pool or ocean after you have the Brazilian Blowout treatment? A. Yes, you can swim in either the pool or the ocean after you receive the Brazilian Blowout treatment, however, the treatment may be slightly compromised if you swim on a regular basis. We recommend that you apply the Brazilian Blowout Smoothing Serum on the hair prior to swimming in order to act as a protective barrier to maintain the smoothest possible result for the longest period of time. Q. How soon can you touch up your color after you receive the Brazilian Blowout Treatment? A. You should wait at least two weeks to administer color to the hair after you receive the Brazilian Blowout, as the color will not deposit as effectively with the protein protective layer provided by the smoothing treatment. If your clients need to touch up color/roots in between treatments, this is ok, as the hair being touched up is new growth and does not have the treatment on it. If you need to highlight or pull the full color through the entire head of hair, make sure that the client is using the Brazilian Blowout masque at least once or twice a week to fortify the treatment back into the hair. Q. How soon can I wash my hair after the Brazilian Blowout treatment? A. You can wash your hair immediately after the Brazilian Blowout treatment, or as you would normally. Q. Can I receive the Brazilian Blowout if I have over-processed blonde hair? What if my hair is platinum blonde? A. It is important for every stylist to assess the condition of the client’s hair to make sure it is in a healthy enough state to apply extreme heat through the use of a flat iron. If it is felt that the hair is in questionable condition, the recommendation is to turn the flat iron down from 450 degrees to approx. 380-420. The stylist will have to determine the appropriate amount of heat to apply. Q. Can you perform a Brazilian Blowout on extensions? A. Yes, the Brazilian Blowout performs perfectly on hair extensions. It would be best for the stylist to perform the Brazilian Blowout separately on the extensions prior to putting them into the hair. If you wish to perform the treatment on extensions that are already in the hair, the stylist will need to be extremely careful when applying the solution to the bonded area. Brazilian Blowout solution acts as a conditioning agent, and may create slip resulting in the extensions separating from the hair. If the stylist is careful and works to first separate the extension hair from the client’s own hair, a great result can be achieved. Q. Can I receive a Brazilian Blowout if I am pregnant or breastfeeding? A. There have been no clinical tests performed on the safety of performing the Brazilian Blowout on pregnant women or women who are breastfeeding. As a result, we do advise against pregnant or breastfeeding women receiving the Brazilian Blowout treatment. Q. How soon can I receive a Brazilian Blowout treatment after I receive my first treatment? A. The Brazilian Blowout is just like a conditioning treatment, so you will not harm the hair by performing them too soon or too much, however, please remember that you can only fill the cuticle to its capacity. If a client wants to come back for another treatment, or it did not take to he hair the way it should have, you can have the client come back in 10 days following the first treatment. Q. What is the active chemical in the Brazilian Blowout solution that makes it work so well? A. The Brazilian Blowout smooths the hair through the use of a proprietary polymer system that bonds amino acids to the surface of the hair. This treatment is 100% salon safe. What makes the Brazilian Blowout treatment effective is our use of the Super Nutrient Complex in conjunction with a proprietary polymer system. This combination is what rounds the follicle, smooths the cuticle and repairs any preexisting damage. Q. How is the Brazilian Blowout different from the Japanese straightening method many people are familiar with? A. Japanese hair straightening changes the actual structure of the hair. In doing so, there is an obvious difference between the new hair growth and the hair that has been treated, resulting in a life-long commitment to continuing the straightener or cutting hair off (if client is unhappy with the result). This service can also leave the hair flat, too straight and with little to no shine or luster. The hair's integrity seems to be compromised, and after a few treatments, the hair appears to be in an unhealthy state.

Get Your Skin Ready for Summer!

Summer is just around the corner and most of us will be spending lots of time sunning it up! So get your skin ready with a facial at Obsessions...Salon and Spa. Make an appointment with Aimee, our Esthetician and renew your skin, get anti-aging treatments and more! We offer a wide variety of options that will help rejuvenate your skin. Or, if you are going out for a night on the town, Aimee is an incredible makeup artist that can give you those sexy smokey eyes or just a fresh, new look. Log onto our Website to see all the Salon and Spa treatments Obsessions has to offer! Come in before July 1, 2010 and get 20% off your first visit. Don't forget to sign up on our e-mail list to get the latest news on trends and styles, and to get special offers! Hope to see you soon.

Obsessions is located at 1345 Linda Mar Shopping Center, in Pacifica, CA. Call for an appointment or walk-ins welcome. All the info is here on our Website. www.obsessionssalon.com.

All the Best!