Archive for the ‘VAIN favorite things’ Category

M.O.P. C-Curl is the Creme Dreams are made of!

Monday, August 30th, 2010

M.O.P. C-Curl Creme is stylist superstar Vai’s New Favorite Product!

double up on this magic!

Who? Those with Fine to Medium curl or wave looking to enhance that business.

Why? To create soft curl or wave with hold.

Secret Tip from the Stars: Apply to super wet hair to minimize frizz and maximize awesome!

At $18.95 a pop it’s a steal- a little goes a long way with this one.  Look for it @ VAIN downtown and VAIN in Ballard.  You can look for Vai at both salons as well!

Redken = Rad!

Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

We humble hair hustlers over @ VAIN Beauty World would like to introduce a new kind of post which features a focus on specific and magical product each week in order to make you masters of your own domain!

VAIN stylist Carinn is the brain behind all this Staff Pick business and is a huge fan of Redken Full Frame 07 Mousse.

Sportin' Sexy!

Why? If you want body, hold and shine- this is the stuff. It’s extremely versatile. It’s not the mousse of the 80’s, people.

Who? It’s great for both curly and straight haired folks. Amazing!

Styling tip from the Stars: Adding heat to the product (i.e. blow-drying or diffusing) intensifies the product’s styling ability and adds softness. If it does get a tad crunchy on you get scrunch-y on it! Loosening your locks by making a fist and squeezing sections of your hair will instantly soften it.

Pick up some Full Frame Mousse for yourself at our downtown or Ballard salon for a smooth $16.95. To make an appointment to see the vixen with all the moves, Carinn, call 206.441.3441

Who’s the Queen Bee?

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008

Queen Bee VAIN

I am a hands-free hunter/gatherer type of girl on the go.

As an urban person, my bag is a critical piece of my wardrobe. It needs to be waterproof, have inside and outside pockets, secure easy access zipper closing, be able to fit letter size paper/catalogues, adjustable on and over the shoulder straps, and be able to fit a laptop. Anything less is a deal breaker for a bag relationship.

I have found the perfect fit in my new “Rita” bag from our NW favorite Queen Bee line. This bag hits all the marks. Q Bee took the feedback they’ve gotten from customers and vendors over the years and used it to create this awesome new design.

VAIN has carried the Queen Bee line since the beginning (theirs and ours) and they have grown up along with the rest of us.

“Rita” comes with a standard shoulder strap but we have over the shoulder straps available, too. There are two sizes (to fit all my stuff I went with the large), three colors, and several designs. All high-quality PVC-free alternative to vinyl. Throw in a couple Walker net shopping totes and you’re packed for the day and ready for plastic bag-free grocery purchases. You won’t even need to call a sherpa.

-Victoria Gentry, VAIN founder + sherpa-free styledriver

Queen Bee bags are available at VAIN downtown. Prices range from $59 – $79 depending on size. Wallets also available.