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Did you know, it hurts being a blonde, Literally!

admin — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 21:00:33 +0000

Being a blonde, an itchy situation

I’ve been a blond two years now, and let me tell you something, IT HURTS! Every two weeks I do my roots because I can’t bear to see my dark, unsightly roots pearcing through my scalp. I don’t look forward to doing my root touch-up, and not because I have to sit there for an hour while I process. As soon as the color goes on my scalp it begins to itch and burn. My sister asks me why I continue to make myself blonde if twice monthly I suffer for an hour while my hair changes color. It’s not just while the color is on my scalp that it is painful, but for two days after I have an uncontrollable itch in the back of my head. Okay people, I promise you I am not making this up. Not everyone itches with haircolor, but at least half of the people do!

Barry & Micheal

Wouldn’t it be great if being a blonde wasn’t so painful? What ingredients makes me suffer? Well, I’ve found out the answer. Miracles Salon (Arlington, VA) had an educational color class this past Thursday for a new colorline, Affinage. This color is not abrassive like other colors, it will not fade, it most certainly won’t make your scalp itch (even if you are trying to lighten in significantly). What makes it stand out the most is that it is sulfate-free.
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Well why should you care about using a sulfate-free shampoos and hair colors? There are many health concerns lately with sulfates leading the way for an industry of sulfate-free products. Using products with sulfates can actually damage your hair follicle, and yes can lead to HAIR LOSS! Sulfates are used as a preservative in almost everything, but when used on your head, they strip the hair and your scalp of natural oils you need, causing your hair to dry out; not to mention that it strips away your hair color making your salon visits more frequent.

So after Micheal, the educator for Affinage in Las Vegas formulated my color.... the color went on my scalp with, ghasp, not an itch or burn in sight! I'm sold on the sulfates, I hope you are too Please vote for Miracles for best Salon.

Great Gift for the men in your life

admin — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 02:21:24 +0000

June is the month for fathers, and as a daughter, I try to think of a present my father will like, use and appreciate. Unfortunately, I don’t think I ever get it right. The expensive “junk” I buy him always ends up in a drawer at his house that I never end up seeing. The plethora of ties and colognes he hates the smell of always end up here, along with the fancy gadgets my simple father never uses.

I understand we all don’t have fathers to buy a thoughtful little gift for; but we have boyfriends we would like to father our children, husbands who have given us children, and those nice men in our lives who we would like to call our fathers. All these people in our lives deserve a nice gift on June 21st, right? Something a little bit nicer than a tie or a grill set!

What could this present be? Don’t worry, we at Miracles Salon have the answer! Click on the picture to see what an amazing offer we have for the men in your life! Pamper the man or father in your life with this amazing offer from Miracles Salon! What are you waiting for. Buy one today. Visit us at to buy your Fathers Day gift today.

For $25 (an $80 value) you give him:
-a haircut and style
-shampoo and conditioning treatment
-scalp massage
-paraffin hand wax and massage
-hot towel and face toner/shampoo after cut
-free touch up after ten days

Retro Glam

admin — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 16:46:29 +0000

Oh the days of Glamour!

As I rush out my front door every morning, it’s a challenge to spend hours in front of the bathroom mirror to be up to par with the women from decades past. OH, how nice to be in a silk robe, a fresh cup of hot coffee, and dozens of hot rollers in my hair while I carefully apply my make-up. The retro women of the 50’s and 60’s always left the house put together, and never, ever with wet hair. GHASTLY! Ladies, what is wrong with us?HISTORY is supposed to repeat itself, so, lets repeat what the women decades ago did: TAKE CARE OF THEMSELVES!

Lets start with the obvious: HAIR. Here is what you need, don’t worry the list is short.

- Large hot rollers or a ceramic iron (1 inch if your hair is shoulder length or longer, smaller than and inch if your hair is shorter). Need a curling iron or hot rollers? Check out Beauty Choice and get Free Shipping Over $50…BeautyChoice.com

- Bobby pins

- Hair/finishing spray

- Comb/brush

Now, section out your hair and gently mist it with some spray. Take small sections at a time and curl them into ringlets (Shirley Temple or Goddess, whatever you prefer). Flip your hair over and gently separate or comb. Gently mist with spray again and that’s it!

Complete your look with some red lips, smoky eyes and a natural base makeup.

Need some extra inspiration, check out the women of Mad Men. Not only a great show, but a place for retro inspiration. Haven’t seen the this AMC original? Don’t be left in the dark, click on the link and purchase Mad Men – Season One DVD – Buy it here!

Sand, Surf and Sun Damage? I can help…

admin — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 15:23:40 +0000

Unfortunately, summer has come to an end and all that is left behind is our beat up hair from the sand, surf and sun. I have guests coming in everyday complaining about the state of their hair. No one ever thought that their hair would pay the price for their Caribbean or Riviera vacation. Now, the days will soon become bitter cold, and the holidays are quickly approaching. We all must be in tip top shape for pictures with Santa!

As a stylist, I need to have the answers. First, great products are a must. Over the counter products like Pantene and Suave just don’t cut it. They are mostly water based and all they do is superficially make your hair look “shiny” with wax build up. A great site to visit is BeautyChoice.com. They offer top of the line products like Kerastase and Bumble and Bumble to quickly repair your hair. Ladies, don’t be cheap, you get what you pay for. Any professional product, regardless of the brand is better than using drugstore products. They also offer a vast amount of flat irons, blow-dryers and curling irons for your hair styling needs. Look for something ionic and ceramic to make sure you aren’t frying your hair with continuous heat.

Another must-have for your hair is a deep conditioning treatment once or twice a week to quench your hairs thirst. Miracles Hair Oil is a great option for the organic conscious. It was developed by Olympia Hantzopoulos, owner of Miracles Salon in Arlington, Virginia. It is available for purchase at the salon or on our website, Click Here. Check out the blog post about the Miracles Hair Oil for more information.

Lastly, it is pertinent that you maintain a trimming regime every six to eight weeks. A good “trim” will ensure that your split ends are getting cut off (and not moving up the hair shaft) and your hair is looking its’ best. It is also a chance for you to have forty five minutes with your stylist to discuss any hair concerns you may have and a chance to get some suggestions. Build a friendship with your stylist who is their to make sure your hair looks its best. Don’t be afraid to ask him/her questions, they are there to help you. Take advantage of their knowledge! Looking for a great stylist? Come to Miracles Salon and visit me, Voula for a consultation.

Must-Have Hair Products

- A good nourishing shampoo

*something that will work inside and out

- An everyday light conditioner

*find something with vegetable protein

- A hair mask/oil for once or twice weekly

*you can also have this done in the salon

-Styling product

*product is necessary not optional for great looking hair