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It was reported by Joe Ryan on Wednesday of this week (August 26, 2009) by the Star-Ledger newspaper that a West African immigrant pleaded guilty to helping run a secret human trafficking operation that reportedly forced women to work in Newark and East Orange, New Jersey salons braiding hair for 14 hours a day.

(Image - Kids Of Africa - Casanna1 - All Rights Reserved).

The ring lead by a man and his ex-wife appeared to have smuggled victims in to New Jersey from Ghana and Togo were forced to work braiding hair against their wills.  The case was recently heard before a Federal Judge.

Most people do not realize that human trafficking occurs even in the United States where people from other countries are lured away from impoverished countries with promises of lucrative employment opportunities. (more…)

Pureology’s solution to free radicals and colour fading is the exclusive AntiFadeComplex® included in all* Pureology products, protecting hair colour from start to finish. (more…)

If you’ve been reading my blogs, Tweets and articles at HairBoutique.com since the mid 1990s you know that I abhor any type of hair prejudice whether it be based on hair texture, hair length, hair type, color or any other hair issues.

(Image of fabulous gray/white hair on Tomasito Superstar - Cousin Tom from Coloniera2 - HAAP Media Ltd - © 2001-2009 - All Rights Reserved).

I also don’t like to put anyone in a “hair box” based on their age, whether they are struggling with their hair (hair loss or other hair issues) or not.

I believe that every man, woman and child on this planet has their own unique inner and outer beauty with their tresses comprising just one part of the big picture of who they are.

In addition I believe that no one should ever judge you on your hair.  Yes, it happens but hopefully we can change that attitude in the short term.  (more…)

I personally have been wearing a frontal hair fringe since I was old enough to look in the mirror at my hair. My Aunt Margie who was a licensed hairdresser back in St. Louis when I was growing up actually cut my first hair bangs. I loved them.

(Image from Mick Luppino - Photographer: Simon Lekias - MakeUp Artist: Justine Purdue - Stylist: Tiana Wallace - NSW/ACT Hairdresser of the Year - Mick Luppino from Luppino’s Hair Skin & Body - Monday 6th March 2006 - Sydney Australia
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Blunt Cut Forehead Fringe

My ideal forehead fringe were crafted into a blunt cut which meant the bangs were all one length and hung right above my eyebrows so that my eyes could peek out at the world.

As I grew up I discovered that with my naturally wavy/curly hair the challenges of hair fringes/bangs which grew too long. There was a secret moment of hair bang growth which turned my sleek fringe into a wavy mess. (more…)

One of the best experiences of my life, was attending a Paul Mitchell The School located here in Texas.

At the school I attended along with all of the Paul Mitchell The Schools, the students are referred to as “future professionals” which is a welcome title to carry.

(Image of Paul Mitchell the school in Cosa Mesa, California - Paul Mitchell - All Rights Reserved - 2009).

Paul Mitchell schools don’t just focus on teaching students about hair.  Many of the schools also offer courses for aesthetic students which my school did.

Note: If you wish to consider attending Paul Mitchell the school visit this link to find a school that works for you. (more…)