Get The Look: David Babaii, Brand Ambassador for ghd, North America for Gwyneth Paltrow

Yes, you all know I love David's work so it's only natural that I would cover Gwyneth Paltrow's tresses from The Grammy's last night. I thought she looked super sexy....

WHO: Gwyneth Paltrow

HAIR BY: David Babaii, Brand Ambassador for ghd, North America

INSPIRATION: “A modern day Brigitte Bardot. We aimed to keep Gwyneth’s look chic, with a hint of naughtiness.”

TIPS/TECHNIQUE: “Spray ghd Style™ Heat Protect Spray onto damp hair and comb through. Blow dry hair using the ghd air™ hairdryer and a round brush to smooth out strands. Create a side part and divide hair into 3 sections: two in the front and one in the back. Starting with the section in the back, take 1” pieces and wrap hair around the ghd curve™ classic wave wand. The oval shaped barrel creates perfect, large and loose waves. Hold each piece around the barrel for 10 seconds, then release the curl and stretch it out for 2-3 seconds until it cools. Continue all the way to the top alternating the size and direction of each curl. With ghd’s patented tri-zone™ technology, I was able to quickly create this style without much need for product, for long-lasting curls that will stay shiny and smooth all night. To finish, run fingers through the hair to loosen the waves and lightly mist hair with a light hold hairspray.

PRODUCTS: ghd Style™ Heat Protect Spray ($22), ghd air™ hairdryer ($225), ghd curve™ classic wave wand ($245)

RETAILER: Sephora, Sephora.com, ghd

More from the 2015 Golden Globes: Celebrity Hairstylist and ghd Brand Ambasador David Babaii

 

WHO: Kate Hudson

HAIR BY: David Babaii, Brand Ambassador for ghd, North America

INSPIRATION: “I wanted to create a modern day chignon. It’s a look that works well on everyone, no matter if you have straight or curly hair. It’s clean and chic, and is the perfect classic style.”

TIPS/TECHNIQUE: “To create this look, I used the ghd eclipse™. I love this flat iron because it features ghd’s patented tri-zone™ technology with three heat sensors that keep the temperature at 365 degrees - optimal for styling. The ghd eclipse™ leaves hair looking incredibly shiny, sleek and smooth. First, blow dry hair using the ghd air™ hairdryer and a round brush. Part hair down the middle, then divide into 3 sections: two in the front and one in the back. Starting at the back of the head and working forward, take 1 – 1 1/2 inch sections and straighten the hair with the ghd eclipse™. Pull hair into a tight bun on the back of your head. Use bobby pins to secure.”

PRODUCTS: ghd air™ hairdryer ($225); ghd eclipse™ ($245)

DRESS: Versace

RETAILER: Sephora, Sephora.com, ghdhair.com/us

WHO: Gwyneth Paltrow

HAIR BY: David Babaii, Brand Ambassador for ghd, North America

INSPIRATION: “A 70’s Playboy Bunny, with glamorously chic waves. Gwyneth is known for her iconic straight hair, but for tonight’s Golden Globe's we aimed to mix it up and have a little fun - like nothing you have seen before.”

TIPS/TECHNIQUE: “Blow dry hair using the ghd air™ hairdryer and a round brush. Create an off-center part and divide into 3 sections: two in the front and one in the back. Starting at the back and working forward, take different sized sections and curl hair using the ghd curve™ soft curl iron. The 1.25” barrel creates voluminous, soft polished waves. After each piece, release the curl and stretch it out for 2-3 seconds. Continue all the way to the top alternating the direction of the curl. With ghd’s patented tri-zone™ technology, I was able to create this style in less than 30 minutes for hair that will stay shiny and smooth all night. For the top sections, don’t curl the hair all the way to the root, only the bottom half of the shaft. To finish, apply dime-sized amount of ghd Smooth & Finish Serum to the hands and run through the hair, then brush out the hair with a wide tooth comb to loosen the waves.

PRODUCTS: ghd air™ hairdryer ($225), ghd curve™ soft curl iron ($245) and ghd Smooth & Finish Serum ($28)

DRESS: Michael Kors

RETAILER: Sephora, Sephora.com, ghdhair.com/us

WHO: Katherine Heigl

HAIR BY: David Babaii, Brand Ambassador for ghd, North America

INSPIRATION: “I call this hairstyle ‘California Chic.’ I wanted the look to be soft and smooth, but with a hint of naughtiness.”

TIPS/TECHNIQUE: "First blow dry hair using the ghd air™ hairdryer and a round brush. Then part the hair down the middle and divide into 3 sections: two in the front and one in the back. Starting at the back and working forward, take different sized sections and curl hair using the ghd curve™ creative curl wand, the size of the barrel creates the looser shape needed for this look. After each piece, release the curl and stretch it out for 2-3 seconds. Continue all the way to the top alternating the direction of the curl. ghd’s patented tri-zone™ technology styles the hair in less time and creates long lasting curls without having to use a bunch of styling products. For the top sections, don’t curl the hair all the way to the root, only the bottom half of the shaft - this prevents the Shirley Temple tendrils. Finish the look by pulling front sections of hair behind the ear.”

PRODUCTS: ghd air™ hairdryer ($225); ghd curve™ creative curl wand ($245)

DRESS: Zac Posen

RETAILER: Sephora, Sephora.com, ghdhair.com/us

Breaking Ad Campaign Alert: Blo Blow Dry Bar

Gwyneth Paltrow and David Babaii Proudly Announce the Launch of their "NEW" Ad Campaign for 

Blo Blow Dry Bar

"The Gwyneth"

Created by Megan Hess; David Babaii's

 favorite illustrator in the world.

Together, they created "The Gwyneth" for Blo Blow Dry Bar's NEW Ad Campaign.

www.blomedry.com

Supergoop! Rise & Shine Beauty Set

SUPERGOOP! RISE & SHINE BEAUTY

Supergoop! is making incorporating UV protection into your every day routine a breeze with the Sephora Exclusive Rise & Shine Beauty set available for a limited time only! Incorporating UV protection into your every day routine doesn’t have to be an extra step or added chore. This trio of morning essentials is all you need to put your best face forward. Each multitasker is infused with the latest skincare innovations to deliver moisture, wrinkle reduction and luminosity while their foundation in broad spectrum UV protection safeguards against premature skin aging caused by the sun. Start your day protected from sun’s aging rays with this simple yet powerful multitasking morning trio.

This all-in-one value set includes:

Prime: City Sunscreen Serum SPF 30 (20mL deluxe sample), this lightweight serum primes and protects while improving hydration.
Refine: Advanced Anti-Aging Eye Cream SPF 37 (.5oz full size) mineral rich eye cream not only hydrates, firms and lessens lines (in a 4 week clinical study, participants experienced a 25% reduction in fine lines and wrinkles) but prevents future photoaging around the eyes with broad spectrum SPF protection.

Correct: Daily Correct CC Cream SPF 35+ (2mL Fair to Light sample + 2mL Light to Medium sample) delivers 100% mineral UV protection while covering imperfections and evening complexion.

The Rise & Shine Beauty set has a retail value of $71 but will be available for only $45 (the cost of the eye cream alone) through December at Sephora, that’s a 58% saving!!

The only prestige skincare brand completely dedicated to research and development in innovative UVA, UVB and IRA protection, Supergoop! strives to deliver multifunctional suncare formulas free of controversial ingredients that can easily fit into any daily routine.

Supergoop!'s desire to create the most advanced formulas that not only prevent and protect, but also feel good on skin has earned the brand distinction in the skin and sun care industries.

WHEN: Friday, September 26 through December 2014

WHERE: Exclusive to Sephora stores nationwide and SEPHORA

  

Blo Blow Dry Bar: Gwyneth Paltrow and David Babali Join Forces

I know it's all over Social Media but I like, respect and admire David Babali a lot so here is the latest news...Academy Award winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow and hairstylist to the stars David Babaii have joined forces with Blo Blow Dry Bar.

Blo is thrilled to align with Gwyneth Paltrow, one of the world’s most recognized actresses. Gwyneth’s keen business instinct for the latest and hottest trends and her emphasis on high quality customer experience makes this an ideal collaboration.

David Babaii, nicknamed ‘The King Of Curls’ by Vogue Magazine, has a roster of A-list celebrity clients around the globe. Known for creating some of the best red carpet styles and beautiful magazine covers, David’s vast experience and unique techniques will be incorporated across the Blo system.

“I cannot wait to grow Blo with Gwyneth and David. They are the perfect fit for our company,” said Ari Yakobson, Blo Blow Dry Bar’s CEO. “This combination and a proven business model is exciting. This is a tremendous benefit for our current and future Franchise Partners; our loyal guests are going to love this collaboration.”

With Gwyneth and David’s input in Blo’s creative direction, growth plan and brand strategy, Blo looks forward to spreading red carpet glamour to women around the world with quick, convenient and affordable blo outs.

Blo reinvented hair care as the first to market the no cuts, no color concept and has grown to be the largest Blow Dry Bar chain in the world with locations in United States, Canada, Asia and Europe with many more bars opening soon.

THE BLO CONCEPT
You’re not cheating on your hairdresser. Blo is North America’s Original Blow Dry Bar. Scissors are verboten. Dye, ditto. No cuts, no color: Just WASH BLOW GO. Guests choose from 7 styles featured in the Blo Hair Menu, from the sexy razor-straight “Executive Sweet” to the runway-inspired “Pillow Talk”. Go to blomedry.com  for the skinny.