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2010-07-12T08:42:00.000-07:00

I found this blog entry online, featuring me as one of Mizani's platform artist. The weekend of the American Beauty Show we showcase Mizani's True Textures line on varies natural textures. We enhanced curls with True Texture's Perfect Curl, stretch curls to their max with Moisture Stretch creating big bodacious hair. I loved it, had a blast!!http://modernsalon.com/Blog.aspx?oid=1029307&aid=1674&

2010-06-13T19:50:00.000-07:00

Find DopDop on Facebook we have some exciting things going on!Check out the re-launch of Dop Dop's website. www.dopdop.comAlso there is a BYOB (Bring Your Own Blow-dryer) event taking place July 14th. This is a free event taught by Dop Dop's stylist. Clients will be shown how to recreate that beautiful professional blowout. If you are interested in attending contact us today 212-965-9540.

2010-06-13T19:47:00.001-07:00

Check out my new website www.hairbymelinda.com A big thanks to my website designer Amelie! Look forward to updates

2010-04-05T22:59:00.000-07:00

And that was it......It's funny I have been busy all day, just wanting to sit with a warm cup of tea and write, write anything. So here I am at 2 in the morning with my cup of tea AND a croissant just writing. I am typically not a good writer in my opinion, actually no one really knows this but I had to take my writing entrance exam a whooping 5 times before I could see the day light of an

2010-04-02T20:47:00.000-07:00

Coming BackWell its been a few months so I have definitely been busy. Just to catch everyone up, here is a few things I have been up to. I did hair for a taping of "Made"on MTV. As soon as it airs, I will post it here! I traveled with Mizani to Arizona and got trained on the True Textures line for natural curls. Love, love, love the products. I just returned home from doing the ABS show, on

2009-12-26T19:08:00.000-08:00

Richesse Hair Color This is no ammonia demi permanent color — which means it's not a rinse, but not permanent. Richesse can offer slight color changes to the hair for tone on tone, add a touch of gold for flat and dull hair, or even camouflage gray. It's like a conditioning treatment and color all in one (ING ions lock in moisture) that also gives tremedous

2009-12-26T18:48:00.000-08:00

My recap of the holidays!Dop Dop had our Christmas party... We rolled out the carpet for our DopDop stars. Everyone looked wonderful. I will be posting pics as soon as I get them. I didn't get home until six in the morning. Dop Dop-ers sure know how to party, so thank you everyone for a great time. I talked about this over and over again—but it just wouldn't be right if I didn't mention that the

2009-12-25T21:00:00.000-08:00

Conversations I Overheard.... This one is about Tiger Woods: "He went from a Tiger to a Cheetah." I thought it was funny!

2009-12-22T21:33:00.000-08:00

Here's one of the most amazing websites I have ever come across: www.tut.com. You can sign up and receive personal messages from the Universe!Dec. 16th — A note from the Universe:Just wanted to remind you, Melinda, that sometimes success is better measured in smiles received, giggles heard, and hands held, than in dollars earned, deadlines met, and kilos

2009-12-12T20:55:00.000-08:00

"Perfect Hair Color at Home"I've been meaning to address VOGUE's November 2009 issue... advising people to do their own hair color at home??? I will say this: CHEMICAL PROCESSES SHOULD BE DONE BY A PROFESSIONAL AND A PROFESSIONAL ONLY!!! Especially if you don't want to look like the models featured with the article (hints below). If the recession is slowing you down from your regular visit,

2009-12-12T20:21:00.000-08:00

Keratin TreatmentsBig news! Dop Dop Hair Salon is now offering Keratin Treatments! Keratin Complex calms frizz by at least 80% and relaxes curls by 50%, with results lasting three to five months. Amazing manageability too. Call and book your appointment today at 212-965-9540. Even better, if you mention this post, you receive 20% off your first treatment. Here are some before and after shots:

2009-12-12T19:15:00.000-08:00

A Blessing in Disguise of A Gorgeous ManI didn't really take a break, I just had TECHNICAL difficulties (you know who you are if you're reading this), but I'm back on track and would like to share how my world shifted since I last wrote. It all came about on a crazy Monday night... a first date at a Burlesque show with a tall, fine, half-Korean half-black guy. But before I get into my story, I

2009-11-24T14:38:00.000-08:00

Thoughts....Why do guys you never hit it off with contact you months later?? Text message: Ernest we met in Miami last year??????

2009-11-24T14:14:00.000-08:00

Conversations I overheard...."That's the third guy I've woken up with this week that told me I really need to shave my legs."

2009-11-24T14:12:00.000-08:00

Conversations I overheard..... "Ever since I started an open relationship with my boyfriend, I've been meeting so many cute girls."

2009-11-24T12:39:00.000-08:00

Avoiding bad hair days--my list of DON'TS!!I thought I would share a few "don'ts" that I constantly tell my clients. I can't stress these enough, so listen up. Here is what not to do if you want healthy hair: *Don't skip trims, especially for my long, highlighted blondes. Find a hair stylist you trust, someone who we listen your needs.*Don't use box color or try to do your color at home. This

2009-11-24T09:53:00.000-08:00

Rose Crystal Infused Iced Tea, My FaveAlmost every Tuesday and Thursday, I have lunch at EastWest Living Bookstore on Fifth between 13th and 14th. Funny enough, I am sitting next to a group of college students who decided to meet here without buying anything. I shouldn't say anything--one of the girls did run out to get a burger and fries from Wendy's?!? Anyway, I am blogging here live to tell

2009-11-19T23:46:00.000-08:00

What Do You Use On Your Hair????I always get stopped and asked, "What do you use on your hair?" Have you ever been up late at night and seen the infomercial on Wen Hair Care Products? Well, that's one of the products I use. I swear by and love it--and heard about it from one of my clients. Wen is a shampoo and conditioner in one, which saves me lots of money. Yes, I work with a variety of hair

2009-11-19T23:28:00.000-08:00

Great websitesOver the last few days, I found some really cool websites. Check them out.www.MMhighlights.comwww.prettythoughtsofahotchick.comwww.Sodahead.comStay tuned for more!

2009-11-19T23:24:00.000-08:00

Conversations I Overheard...It's all over the internet: Oprah is giving up her talk show for a cable channel. What happens to all of the people aspiring to be on the Oprah show?

2009-11-19T20:39:00.000-08:00

MIZANI- Independent Beauty EventThe days have been flying by since I last wrote. I am trying to keep up. A little update on the book Woman Act Now: We have a third member. After reading the first chapter, we were inspired to write down every dream we have had; from speaking another language, to traveling, to marriage. I’ll definitely keep blogging on the progress, but I am so excited to talk

2009-11-14T10:52:00.000-08:00

Conversations I overheard......"I never thought you could burn down your house by leaving the flat iron on."

2009-11-14T07:10:00.000-08:00

Matchmaker or Pimp? As a single woman in NYC, there is always a dating experience worth writing about. Here is one that happened just a few weeks ago (Nov 14) and is bound to cause a few reactions. One of my very good friends, who is absolutely beautiful, has a profile on Model Mayhem. She received a phone call from this woman who is supposed to be a "matchmaker" looking to hook up one of her

2009-11-12T21:03:00.001-08:00

Women Act Now!Today was one of my off days. After reconnecting with an ex-love, I realize you can have more than one soul mate, which was pretty interesting to realize. Later on that night, I found myself at Hueman Bookstore in Harlem by the Magic Johnson Theater, where a women named Anna McCoy was doing a book-signing featuring her latest book, Women Act Now! Learn, Launch and Live Your Dream.