10 Hot Hair Dos for Hot August Nights - #3

Low Slung Messy Side Chignon:

1.  Back comb along crown for volumne

2.  Tie your hair into a off side pony tail low behind one of your ears

3.  Take bobby pins and pin up sections of hair for a messy piecey look

Quick & Dirty Fun Facts About......"Cakes" (Jenny Garten)

1. I snort when I laugh

2. I love to dance

3. I burst out in song at the most random times.

4. I am addicted to shoes

5. I love spicy good

6. I LOVE a good Chardonny

7. I love MAC Lruby Lipstick

8. I don’t care for sweets

9. Spiders make me scream

10. And my son is my reason for everything I do!

10 Sexy Hair Tips - Tip #10

Tip #10. Another great and easy way to change your look is to add braids. A pair of braids twisting back from your face will give a casual, fun twist to any up do or down do you want.

Now get out there and rock those locks!

10 Sexy Hair Tips - #8

Tip #8. For a quick and easy style, you can do a fast updo. 

Tease the hair around the crown of your head with a fine-tooth comb, then spray with of hair spray. 

Next, brush the hair to smooth it out a bit, do not go down to your roots, as this will get rid of any of the teasing you did, and then pull everything back into a high, loose bun. 

Pull a few pieces to fall around your face and viola! You have a rocking, sexy, simple updo.

10 Sexy Hair Tips

Tip #1:

If you want to get the most out of your summer do, here's a list of tips to help you through the heat!

1. Use a good thermal protectant when using hot tools. - Best one out there is Enjoy's Shine Spray! This little pink spray bottle has the best thermal protectant as well as shine enhancement you can get. With no added alcohol, it will keep your hair looking luscious even in the worst heat.

March Happy Hour Specials!

Every Wednesday, Thursday & Friday from 4pm to 7pm

Wednesday Nights
from 4pm to 7pm
$20 - Hump Day Hair Cuts
With Nicole
OR Elya

Thursday Nights
from 4pm to 7pm
$20 - Thursday Night Rock Star Toes
(or Nails)

Friday Nights
from 4pm to 7pm
$20 - Friday Night Facials

Call Now to get your appointment scheduled for
the next Happy Hour!!!

(Only One Happy Hour Service Per Customer Per Day)

Image Provocateur & VIP-CAT Academy
"Where your Image is Everything!"
232 Vernon Street, Roseville, CA 95678
Ph: (916) 474-5578 * Fx: (916) 474-5579
www.vip-cat.com

Long, Sexy Hair Tips

Having a hard time getting

your hair to grow?
These 4 Tips are Sure to Help:

1. Have a Good Balanced Diet. Meaning eat those veggies!

2. Stay Hydrated! Drink at least 32oz of H20 each day.

3. Use Pravana's Biojen 9 Hair Growth Set or Enjoy Hair Care's Rejuvanating Shampoo, Conditioner and Stimulater.
- These products creates the optimal environment for hair growth and scalp stimulation.
- The vital ingredients such as Progamine-T Complex in Pravana Biojen, or the 100% Essential Oils in Enjoy's Rejuvanating Products target and fight the elements that slow hair growth. Both lines provide a natural solution to make hair grow faster, longer and healthier.

And Last but NOT Least:

4. Take your Supplements.
- We all know Vitamins are essential for health, but did you know that Biotin actually makes hair and nails grow stronger and longer?
- So Add Biotin and Vitamins H & B7 to your diet to get long luscious locks!

Stylist of the Month - Nicole Richardson

Nicole is here for all your hair styling and make-up needs. She listens to the needs of her clients and creates a look that compliments their personal style. She offers a plethora of services for men and women like hair cuts, color, highlights, corrective color, extensions, make-up, and more. Servicing the Roseville area Nicole makes any individual feel there best.

Education is paramount to any hairdresser's growth and development in today's world. Nicole graduated from Paul Mitchell which is one of the top schools to attend in the country. Friendly, outgoing, and detailed oriented she will never do what she wants to your hair but what you request.

Nicole stands out from the rest by offering her hair styling services to men, women & children. Call for a free consultation and book your appointment today.

8 Steps to Healthy Hair in 2010

1. Start with a good professional cut.
- Seeing a professional guarantees you get the right hair cut for your facial shape, hair texture and lifestyle.
- It starts your hair over again healthy by removing damaged ends

2. To keep your hair healthy make sure you schedule routine trims with your stylist for every six to eight weeks.

3. Drink plenty of H20.
- Proper fluid intake improves the health of body, skin and hair.

4. Don't Product Overload.
- Too much product will weigh your hair down making it limp and lifeless.

5. Protect your hair.
- Always use a Thermal Protectant when using styling tool.
- We suggest Enjoy Hair Care's Shine Spray or Shine & Gloss Drops.

6. Rest
- Get plenty of rest. While you are sleeping your body is working hard on repairing and refreshing your body, including your hair.

7. Moisture.
- Aside from drinking lots of water, keeping your hair moist with the proper products is a must.
- We suggest using Enjoy Hair Cares Hydrating Conditioner or their Intense Reconstructor in the shower.
- Try getting Deep Conditioning Treatment every 2 Months for Extra Hydration during the summer or at the change of each season.

8. Use the Right Products.
- Choosing the correct products for your hair type is crucial in maintaining a healthy head of hair. It will keep your hair strong, prolong your color and ensure your style is always looking it's best.

Get the Bump without the Bumpit!

January 13, 2010
from 6-10pm.

Love how your hairstylist does your hair? Love how much volumne she seems to get? Tired of never being able to duplicate that look? Well now's your chance to learn how!

Join us January 13, 2010
to Learn how to
Get the Bump without the Bumpit!

So come out with the girls, have some wine and learn to do your hair like a Victoria Secret Model's!

Evening Includes:
Refreshments
Skin Analysis by Jessica Kerivan and
Style Lesson
by the stylists of Image Provocateur

Tickets for this Class $45

You will need to bring a Rattail Comb, Bobby Pins and A Can of Hairspray. We will provide the rest!

To Reserve your Seat
call Arrvada at
(916) 474-5578 Today!


Image Provocateur & VIP-CAT Academy
"Where your Image is Everything!"
232 Vernon Street, Roseville, CA 95678
Ph (916) 474-5578 * Fx (916) 474-5579
Email: imageprov@yahoo.com
http://www.vip-cat.com/

December Happy Hour Specials at Image Provocateur

Every Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
from 4pm to 7pm

Wednesday Nights from 4pm to 7pm
Get
$20 Hair Cuts
With Nicole

Thursday Nights from 4pm to 7pm
$20 Rock Star Nail Overlays

Friday Nights from 4pm to 7pm
Get
$20 Facials!!
or
$20 Hair Cuts
with
Alysha

Call Now to get your appointment scheduled for the next Happy Hour!!!

(Only One Happy Hour Service Per Customer Per Day)

Image Provocateur & VIP-CAT Academy
"Where your Image is Everything!"
232 Vernon Street, Roseville, CA 95678
Ph: (916) 474-5578 * Fx: (916) 474-5579
http://www.imageprov.com/

Stylist of the Month - Jill Price

Jill Price followeed her passion for art and style to San Francisco where she specialized in Fashion at FIDM. But shortly before her graduation her father fell ill and Jill returned home to care for him and support her family during this hard time. Still passionate about style and not wanting to give up her dream, Jill found work as a receptionist at a local Salon.

While there her interest for hair design was kindled and encouraged by the salon owner. Encouraged by her desire to learn and other's praise of her artistic potential, Jill enrolled in Jerry Lee Beauty College. She graduated quickly from the program and soon found herself on the forefront of beauty and fashion.

Never one to sit idle, Jill has continued to advance her skills in the world of hair design and has recently entered the realm of Makeup Artistry. A graduate of VIP-CAT Academy, Jill is making her debut into the world of Runway and High Fashion.

Her colors are perfect, her extensions flawless and Jill has found that her one true love is making her clients beautiful.

Stylist of the Month - Heather Martin

by Arrvada

This pin-up Rocker Chick makes Hair Art look easy. She can make a nothing do into a Rockin' Do in a matter of minutes. Heather has been in the industry most of her adult life, having discovered early that her passion was fashion. She believes in guiding her clients to the perfect look for them. She loves being able to create new, innovative looks and help people find the look that makes them feel themselves. A master stylist and colorist, Heather's education began at Jerry Lee Beauty College. Since then her passion to become the best has driven her to more and more advanced levels of cutting and color. One thing you can be certain with Heather is you will have perfect color, every time.

Weddings....Dreams made Real

Weddings are hopeful. They are the day that we have gambled all our hopes and dreams on since childhood. As little girls we played dress up, envisioning the day we would be walking down the aisle to pledge our life to the man we love. We dreamt of weddings bells in the midst of our first crush, watched Cinderella one too many times and dreamed of one day finding our very own prince charming. Weddings are the day before Happily Ever After, and it is the day that leads us there. Weddings aren’t just about the confetti, about the I do’s, the cake, the venue, they are about the combination, the compilation of everything all together to make that one perfect moment for that one perfect day. We envision birds singing and the sun shining down on us with gentle heat while we are resplendent in a gown of snow white, a princess from a story book for that one moment. We envision joy, we envision our hearts bursting with love when we are finally able to say I do. All that is possible, the memories will be cherished, but there are so many plans to be made. Your venue, your gown, your photographer, your caterer…. So many things, its seems they rush upon you. And what of yourself, the bride? You are the center piece, this is your day. This day should be your joy, the day you’ve always wanted and you should look and feel the way you have always dreamed.
The trappings are all around you, you’ve thought of it all, now it’s your turn. You’ve found the gown that you’ve always wanted, a vision in white, you’ve found the veil, you’ve even found the shoes. You have a crowd of your loved ones around you, it is the day of your wedding. You’ve only a few hours left before you will make that inevitable walk down the aisle with your family pressed in on all sides. Have you remembered everything? We will. Image Provocateur will be there with you. We will add a shimmer, a blush to your lips and cheeks, contour and depth to your eyes, so that you will shine out from among the rest of the bridal party. The camera will only see you. You’re hair will be done, your veil placed. Our staff of highly trained and uniquely skilled makeup artists and hair designers will create the look you want and achieve it for you. We will come to your location on your wedding day and create a timeless look for you. You and your bridesmaids can sit back, relax and have fun on this wonderful day. We will worry about the timing and scheduling, so that you don’t have to. Watch yourself transform into your dream, this is your day and it will be perfect.
Let Image Provocateur’s On Location Professional Makeup Artists and Hair Specialists ease your mind. You have worried about everything else…Leave your makeup and hair to us.

Stylist of the Month - Arlene Culbreth

by Arrvada

It all started because she didn't want to sit behind a desk. Arlene Culbreth chose to attend Gavilan Cosmotology in Gilroy, CA for that reason and quickly found her passion. Not only does she love the art, she finds that every day is different, that she never knows just what to expect. She finds she never gets bored with it, making her love and thrive at what she does.
She loves to be challenged, loves making people more beautiful than they ever expected. It is her ability to achieve and her belief that, "All hair can be beautiful hair and anyone can be a beautiful blond". With 12 years behind the chair and countless hours of specialized training, that's a statement she can surely back up.
For fabulous hair, Arlene's your girl and her home is Image Provocateur.

Check out the New Home of Image Provocateur

You Know We Do Awesome Make-Overs On People,
Well Check Out What We Did To Our New Home!





<-- This is the view of the front from the back when we first moved in.




Same View, Now -->












<-- Before











After -->



It took a lot of people and a lot of Work but it was worth every minute of it.







<--- Vincent doing the wiring for the Surround sound.


Our Fabulous Contractor Jamz Samaniego
who has done an amazing job. -->








<---- Raquel, see she didn't even go home to sleep! Talk about Dedication!











Yes, it did take 4 People to put
up the lace. But it was more
than worth it. -->






Arrvada painting the fridge, Olga
(Yes we named the Fridge!)






Raquel on her way to Home Depot,
for the one millionth and 1st time








Some of our Volunteers were more cute
than helpful.









Raquel got loose with a can of spray paint....




It was a lot of work, but it was worth it....

Come see the New Face of Image Provocateur & VIP-CAT Academy

232 Vernon Street

Roseville, CA 95678

Stylist of the Month - Shay Galipeaux

by Arrvada

"I love what I do and I do what I love." What Shay Galipeaux loves is sculpting hair with skill and a shiny pair of shears.
A graduate of Federico Beauty College, Shay discovered early in her education that she had a passion for cutting. A skilled colorist, Shay turned her attention on advancing her skill with her shears. She began seeking out advanced cutting classes both in Sacramento and San Francisco to learn the techniques that have made her such an asset to Image Provocateur.
With her advanced skills in cut, color and styling, Shay has been an asset on many Hair Shows, Bridal Shows and Runway Shows, with Image Provocateur as well as having worked Fashion Shows with Rowana and Takashi. She is always striving to make herself the best, and with this kind of drive, Shay Galipeaux will soon be.
When asked why she chose this path she simply said, "I couldn't ask for better career or a better group of girls than the ones I found at Image Provocateur."
Image Provocateur couldn't agree more.

Sun-kissed Summer Look?

by Arrvada

Summer is all about creating that healthy, flirty, feminine appearance. It’s the time to bring out the floral dresses, strapped sandals and expose your skin to the sun. Sun kissed skin is the ideal, but with golden tans comes the potential for damage. Over exposure, dehydration, improper care, all of these things can create skin that is dull, skin that appears aged. Skin conditions change with each season; therefore it is very important to update your skin care regime as well as the type of makeup you wear.

Choosing the right skin care is the first step to having radiant skin. To avoid dehydration from sun exposure and heat, follow these essential steps:

1. Cleanse with a hydrating cleanser, something that will work well with your skins own pH. I recommned Dermaquest Daily Enzyme Cleanser (For Dry to Normal Skin types) or DermaQuest Antibacterial Enzyme Cleanser (for Oily to Acneic Skin).

2. Use a manual exfoliant to stimulate your blood flow and purge your pores. This will reduce dullness in your skin, reintroduce much needed moisture and reduce blemishes. My recommendation? The Japanese Wash Cloth of course!

3. After this cleansing wait a few minutes and moisturize your skin, making sure to moisturize your whole face, especially under your eyes, continuing down your neck. For Dry/Normal Skin Types there is nothing better than DermaQuest's Advanced B-5 Serum. If your skin is oily I would strongly recommend the Dermaquest Rejuvaderm.

4. A daily application of a sunscreen should become routine before ever leaving the house. DermaQuest's Solar Moisturizer provides perfect coverage.

5. And that final touch for luminous, healthy skin begins on the inside. Drink water, it’s a simple step, but one of the most essential to maintaining a healthy body and healthy skin.

Proper choices for your skin care products can seem like a challenge, but some basic knowledge is all you need. Choose a cleanser that will fit with your own chemical make up, check ingredients avoiding products with alcohol in them as this will only dry your skin out further. The same applies for your moisturizer. A good moisturizer is one of the most valuable investments you can make. While there seem to be hundreds to choose from the choice isn’t that difficult. Choose something that will be light on your skin with maximum hydration. A light moisturizer for day will wear well under your makeup, making the application of your foundation more even as well. Also, if it is light and penetrates your skin it won’t cause your make up to run when the heat outside goes up. A good choice for better coverage and longer stay with hydration would be to get a tinted moisturizer, but not all tinted moisturizers will do. Again read your ingredients and avoid products with excessive amounts of Titanium Dioxide in them, as this cam clog your pores and lead to breakout. Most sunscreens and foundations to contain this ingredient, so be careful to choose one with a more minimal amount.

For your evening routine, choose a heavier moisturizer, something that will restore your skin from a long day beneath the sun, facing the heat and the daily wears of those nasty free-radicals. It should be thicker, deeper penetrating so that while you sleep it will refresh, rejuvenate and revive your skin, giving you that fresh and rested skin we all crave.

With the changing season comes a need for a change in your makeup as well as your skin care.

1. Colors change each season so be sure to pick a foundation that will match your new golden tones. A foundation that wears well in the heat, that is oil free and wears even when you sweat. VIP-CAT's Oil Free Foundation is my prime choice.

2. Followed by a translucent powder to set your makeup, even out the skin tone and keep your makeup from running. VIP-CAT's Powder foundation is an excellent choice.

3. And for sure fire makeup staying power covering with a fixing spray will keep you looking like a goddess all day.

4. Water proof mascara is always the right choice, it won’t run underneath your eyes, and it makes your eyes pop.

Choosing eye shadows, lip tones, skin tones can seem daunting, but with proper education, or a personal consultation with a trained cosmetic artist will guide you in the right direction.

At Image Provocateur in Roseville you will find Cosmetic Artists, Fashion consultants, Hairstylists, nail technicians and skincare specialists that will guide you to a sexy new you, ready for the sunny days of summer and all seasons beyond.

Come see us for your personal consultation. We are located at 419 Riverside Avenue, Roseville, CA 95678. Call us at (916)474-5578 to schedule your appointment today.

Summer is Hair!

by Arrvada

Summer is hell on hair. Yeah you've heard, yeah you know it...but do you really? Sure you know that the heat can frizz out any good head of hair, that chlorine can turn bleached blonde hair green, but do you realize that the heat, the sun and everything else makes your color fade as well? Like most women, I am sure you play with color throughout the year and summer is no exception. Whether it's a few highlights, or like me a new vibrant color every other month you still have to deal with fadage and the other ravages of summer. And none of us want to spend the entire summer hiding from the sun and heat just to make a color job last. For one it's impractical and for two, it's just no fun! So, you might ask, just what are we supposed to do about it? Fear not my fabulous friends! I am about to pass on a few hair care tips that will save your hair and your budget.
1. Don't wash your hair every day. I know, I know, sounds pretty impossible, especially to those of you currently yelling, My hair will get oily! I know this, but here's the simple truth, you're over washing your hair people! Try spreading it out to every other day, longer if you can last with out plotting my destruction.
2. Stop using Pantene! And herbal essences and suave and....Hopefully you get the picture. Sure they all smell really great, but they are hell on your hair. Stop the madness people! Love your hair and it will love you. Give it what you need. My personal preference? Enjoy Hair Care's Sulfate Free Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner. These are scientifically formulated to be pH balanced to your skin and hair. These beauties won't kill the budget nor will they kill the hair. I know once you use them you will love them the same way I do.
3. Use a Heat Protectant. If you are using heat to style your hair, Blow Dryer, Flat iron, Curling iron, you need to use a hair protectant. And not just any, some of these so called heat protectants or shine serums actually contain isopropyl alcohol which dries the hair and splits the cuticle wide open causing even more damage than heat alone. My suggestion: Enjoy Hair Care's Shine Spray. I love this little pink bottle; it's an addiction I know is good for me.
4. Indulge yourself. No, not just on those fabulous shoes you saw the other day at the mall (though I do encourage that too) I mean treat your hair to a deep conditioning treatment. Give it what it's craving, protein and moisture. You won't regret it.
So, now that you're armed with these jewels of wisdom, head out there and have a great summer! (The full line of Enjoy Hair Care products can be found everyday at Image Provocateur)

Tuesday Night: HOT HOT HOT

Tuesday June 30, 2009 found Image Provocateur & VIP-CAT Academy in the spotlight. At 10pm at The Station 1100 Orlando Avenue, Roseville, CA 95661, Image Provocateur was proud to present three of the areas most glamorous up and coming designers. With the vibrant and upscale designs of Lilu Styles by Liliya Nixon, the Funky, Urban Glam of Agape Designs and the Edgy, Rock & Roll look of Black Cat Threads, this fashion show was one for the records. With Hair and Makeup provided by the wonderful stylists of Image Provocateur, the models strutted their stuff, and sported the hottest summer looks of the year.

For more information on these Hot Designers see below:

Black Cat Threads by VIP-CAT: to be exclusively featured at Image Provocateur 232 Vernon Street, Roseville, CA 95678, Ph 916-474-5578 http://www.imageprov.com/

Agape Designs www.myspace.com/294074491

Lilu Styles by Liliya Nixon http://www.lilustyles.com/