I have had long hair all of my life. I appreciate the compliments and love the way it looks (when it's clean and primped) but man, it's A LOT of work! Finding really good hair products that work well with your hair is so key to loving your “do” I have spent, literally, thousands of dollars on my hair and have tried most every product out there. So, save your time and money, here are a few of my absolute favorites!

L'Oreal Pro Serie Expert Absolut Repair Leave In

This is a must have in my book. If you have longer hair, chances are good that the ends are dry. A quarter sized dollop of this miracle moisturizer and you are good to go. I highlight my hair and no matter how dry your hair may be, this conditioner will work. I LOVE how it softens my hair without making it frizzy (just wash it out well!) You can find it in the higher end salons or on line for around $25, which I recommend, since it is a little pricey. Hair tip: when using this product, start applying it 2-3 inches from the root, otherwise it can make your scalp look greasy.

Zero Frizz Corrective Hair Serum

Love, love, love it! I've been using this frizz reliever for years and it never fails to work. Just a small, pea sized drop goes a long way. After your hair is almost dry, apply a little bit of this product (make sure you distribute it well) and style as usual. Humidity and heat fear this stuff! It's sold at places like Ulta and some drug stores, but I have found it for under $10 on line. Enjoy!

Heather Green is a freelance writer, professional model and the resident blogger for

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Gorilla Perfumers are taking over LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics with a new collection of fine fragrances that are the antidote to boring mass market perfumes. Coming from the critically acclaimed 5 star perfumers, Mark and Simon Constantine, TUCA TUCA is the pre-release single from an exciting new compilation of eight different scents set to launch this October!

TUCA TUCA is that fun and flirtatious girl inside us all – she’s mischievous with a naughty sense of humor and an infectious giggle.  TUCA TUCA is the epitome of feminine with its flirty mix of violet leaf, cassie and vanilla. There will also be a TUCA TUCA massage bar available in the range in case you are looking for a sensual massage too.

The fragrance comes in 3 sizes – 30ml atomizer, 9ml pen spray, and in a solid form – and will be available in stores on September 6^th.

OPI Nail Lacquer "Pink of Hearts 2010"

I was really surprised by this color.  I didn't know OPI was doing a frosty pink this year and I'm not a fan of frost unless it's done right.  This color is very nice on the nails.  It's a really nice light pink frost with fine silver shimmer.  I only needed two coats and the application was great.  I only noticed a few nails with obviously brush strokes which isn't bad for a frost.  OPI “Pink of Hearts 2010” is limited edition and retails for $8.50 and is available at professional salons including ULTA, Trade Secret, and JC Penney.

This Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, indulge in color.  Treat yourself to 4 delicious best-selling shades and a complimentary mini-mani from Essie, the most trusted name in nails.  Stop by the Essie Pop-up Salon at Lincoln Center in the Main Lobby to make an appointment.  This week is all about decadent color-so binge on!

What: Complimentary mini mani’s at the Essie Pop-up Salon

When: The Essie Pop-up Salon will be open September 10^th and September 15^th to all Fashion Week attendees.

Meet Essie herself on September 15^th between 11 am and 12 pm. She’ll be there to interpret the latest color trends and reveal what’s new for nails.

KORRES VOGUE’S FASHION’S NIGHT OUT / DETOX BUBBLES, CUPCAKES & MORE

WHO: Korres Natural Productss

WHEN: Friday, September 10, 2010 – 6:00pm – 11:00pm

WHAT: Head to the Korres store in SoHo on Friday, September 10^th for an evening of cocktails, cupcakes and makeovers. The event will feature ‘Detox Bubbles, Cupcakes & More’ for guests to enjoy as they help VOGUE magazine celebrate a night of fashion. The stores will include a detox bar serving complimentary antioxidant-infused cocktails based on the Greek skincare brand’s natural ingredients – Wild Rose, Pomegranate, Thyme Honey & Raspberry – along with delicious cupcakes also ‘packed’ with natural ingredients.

Attendees can detox on the outside as well with a complimentary Korres makeover or advice on how to wear VOGUE’s hottest color looks of the season using 'green' make-up. All guests will receive a product samples including global bestsellers.

WHERE: KORRES / 110 Wooster Str. [btw Prince & Spring, SoHo, NY]

RSVP: To book a complimentary makeover, call: Korres Store 212-219-0683 or Woosterstreet@korresusa.com

WHY: In a global initiative to promote retail, restore consumer confidence, and celebrate fashion, U.S. and international editions of Vogue are coordinating evening extravaganzas in their respective world fashion capitals. The first evening of New York Fashion Week, Fashion's Night Out will encompass an array of festivities.

ABOUT: Korres Natural Products is a Greek skincare brand with roots in the first Homeopathic Pharmacy of Athens. The first Korres product was an aromatic herbal syrup with honey and aniseed, a recipe inspired by "rakomelon", a warming spirit-with-honey concoction, which George Korres' grandfather used to favour in his hometown on the island of Naxos. Set up in 1996 with the aim to utilize its extensive scientific resources for the development of clinical effective and safe products, the company today offers a natural and certified organic skin & hair care range, a make-up line as well as suncare products and herbal preparations.

Well according to this comment from one of my blog readers Lush "Tramp" Shower Gel is a must before sex.

Also try Tramp shower get by Lush. I MAKE my boyfriend shower with this before sex. It drives me crazy!

Umm I will definitely put this on my list for my next trip to Lush.  I can't think of a shower gel that just puts me in the mood.  I think cleanliness in general is sexy ;-).  In honor of BET doing an amazing job with "My Mic Sounds Nice" lets watch Salt n Pepa "Tramp" video :: and do the Wop ::

OPI took the spotlight at the 2010 Emmys, with actress Mariska Hargitay and artist/TV personality Paula Abdul choosing OPI Nail Lacquers to complete their red-carpet styles.

As a presenter for the evening, Hargitay complemented her blush-colored silk Vera Wang gown and Fred Leighton jewelry with OPI’s We’ll Always Have Paris. Providing the perfect tone to transition from late summer into early fall, the rich coffee shade added a sophisticated touch to the soft, romantic nature of Hargitay’s look. Styled by OPI Celebrity Manicurist Beth Fricke, Hargitay departed from her usual preference of pale colors in a nod to fall’s trend toward rich brown hues.

Meanwhile, Paula Abdul paired her Dolce & Gabbana dress with OPI’s DS Classic on her hands and William Tell Me About OPI on her toes. A shimmering golden-beige, DS Classic gave Abdul’s look a dazzling shine, while the crisp burgundy of William Tell Me About OPI from the new Swiss Collection by OPI provided an elegant yet fashion-forward counterpoint. A manicurist from ROB|B, the first OPI concept salon in the U.S., manicured Abdul at her home prior to the Emmys.

OPI Nail Lacquers are available at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Dillard’s, JCPenney, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, and Ulta, for $8.50 ($9.95 CAN) suggested retail for each Nail Lacquer.  For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com.

I posted this for Miss Jia.  We ALL know how much she loves Mariska.

Base:  Zoya Anchor

Color:   Zoya "Julieanne"

Topping:  Sally Hansen "Hidden Treasure"

Topcoat:  Diamond Cosmetics Super Dry

Shana was the only curly hair beauty of the band.  Not only that but her main color was purple.