New BLOG!!!!

Hi All!!

From Now on, Hair and the Skinny can e viewed at www.jenihoover.tumblr.com

Tumblr is a great new site encompassing all latest blogging/e-communucation technology.

Go see for yourself and set the your bookmark!

xo Jen

Austin Fashion Week

Hi hi!!

I want you all to be looking out for the upcoming Austin Fashion Week. It's gonna be a super fun week of never ending events! August 14-21. Check it out at www.fashionweekaustin.com

This year the events are broken up by location, so each day of Fashion Week will have events in a specific neighborhood.

Look for my party on Sunday when the partying is taking place in the West Campus area. I am collaborating this year with amazing artist, and good friend, Maris Malone Calderon. You can check out all of her work at www.marismalonecalderon.com

We have an amazing theme for the party.. you Austinites don't want to miss!!

Going to the Chapel, and Film life

Hi!

I got married!! Any Honeymooned!! Hoorah hoorah. It could not have have been more fun, special, or exciting. Perfection. And to that, I give you this wedding preparations game which is hilarious: http://www.dolidoli.com/game/wedding-preparations/

So that's what I have been up to.. and am currently hair/make-up department head on a film called 'Home', by Sean Gallagher. It's been going great.. a little rough at first because we are filming nights( 6pm to 6am) once you adjust it's not a big deal. There are 11 characters that Daniele(my assistant) and I are taking care of, and the actors are all wonderful! It's a mix of local talent, LA, and NY folks. I love having all of the LA people around to romanticize LA with.

The film is being shot on HD cameras, so make-up is VERY important. Essentially what the naked eye sees up close, is exactly what the camera will read. Often with film and print, there is a slight amount of diffusion- not here. This adds a hint of pressure, but is not a problem for my style. My artistic approach has always come from a light hand so it works out very well. This format is actually ideal for me.

When working on film, getting the actors ready is the first crunch of the day, and after that it is maintaining(or sometimes changing) a look to maintain continuity. Continuity is actually very important in all aspects of film.

This time around, I am choosing to work with Make-up Forever's HD foundation, concealer, and translucent powder line. It's been looking great!

Talk soon!

New Tutorial! Side Braids!

Gooood afternoon!

Have you been loving all of the braids that are going on? I know I have! For the past few years we have been seeing braids from the streets to the red carpet. I have been noticing many of my clients and friends aren't sure how to achieve the style so here it is! Your how-to braid tutorial.

Here is a little extra support for those very braid-weary folks.

Hair Color!!

I just attended a very private class given by David Stanko, top colorist and educator in New York and and super excited about all that I've learned! Staying inspired and on top, and ahead of trends is so important.

We got great insight on this seasons trends, including the beautiful lived in highlights that are popping up on magazines and runways worldwide. Such a graceful style, I encourage my clients who don't need that highlight all the way to the root to try this out. Gives such a natural, pretty effect.

Some Examples- note the variation in highlight placement- end result is a soft finish that *bonus* grows out in a more forgiving manner:









Try it out for summer!

Catch up! Fab for Summer skin!

It's been a little while! Ha! It's just part of me.. ok? As I found a big wad of cash in one of my set bags yesterday, I said to Paul-" see, it PAYS to be unorginized!!" ha!

I won't let you down though- always pull through.

Product Reviews!!

Jergens Express Tanner

This is the first self tanner I have used since high school. I've been weary! My legs were pale and not looking so hot in shorts.. so I decided to be daring- but safe- and go the gradual moisturizer route. Funny though, because once i got in the store, I thought- i don't have 7 days, i kinda want my results now!



So Jergens to the rescue with it's Express formula for impatient people. I used it for 2 days on my legs, and voila! Nice natural looking color. You don't to wait forever for it to dry, and it does add nice mouisture as well! This product is easy, and delivers!

Make-up Forever HD Creme Blush

Amazing! This is a pretty new product from Make-up Forever as they expand there HD line. This product is not for the consumer with two left hands when it comes to applying their make-up though.. I will warn. It's very pigmented, a little goes a long way, and you need to blend well. BUT- if you are decent at putting on your face, please try this out! It is super long wearing, blends INTO your skin for natural, beautiful color instead of sitting on top like a powder. Also, try layering it on super hot muggy days. A little creme, a little powder on top.

Have fun with this product, and make-up artists- definitly add this to your kit!

Dry Hair No More!

Woo Hoo!

Pureology's Hydrate Shampoo won best shampoo for dry hair in the TotalBeauty Awards!

It's true, this Shampoo has the most luxurious rich lather, free from Sulfates. Pair with the Hydrate Conditioner and you have a match made in Heaven.

Expect to pay about 50 for this powerful duo, but remember, you need VERY little for it to do it's job- even on the dirtiest head: )

If you can't swing the price tag, Redkens All Soft line has been winning awards for years. Infused with Avocado Oil and Redkens patented Silk Luxe Complex, this shampoo and conditioner will transform dry dresses as well.