
Tips for Buying and Maintaining Your Shears
A common theme gaining popularity is buying less and investing in better things instead. When it comes to shears, spending a little more to get a higher-quality pair that stays sharper longer and eliminates muscle fatigue is a no-brainer. And, because it’s a significant purchase, it should come with as much support as possible. Highlights include adjusting tension and cleaning, how to hold shears to eliminate hand, wrist, and shoulder pain, an option to register shears, warranty details, and even tutorials.
How to Minimize Hair Shedding
Whether from stress, hormonal changes, or lifestyle changes, hair shedding is a common problem for many guests. “When hair sheds too much, the first thing one tends to do is stress out about it, but that just contributes to the hair loss. “Be as gentle and kind with your hair as possible. Your hair is a fabric, and when that fabric is going through excessive shedding and/or loss, we must be very gentle and give it all the love we can,” says Ashley Brown, Sam Villa Ambassador and Mizani Artist @ash_hairbarbie, who shares 4 reasons for unexpected hair loss.

Fall Bridal Look: The Full Bun
Heading into fall, its a great idea to keep a few on-trend hairstyle ideas on hand for all your fall brides. While summer brides usually ask for loose waves or curls, fall brides are on the hunt for creative styles with an elegant finish. The classic bun is a perfect look for any bride. Caralee Pridemore, Sam Villa Ambassador and Founder of Sweetly Pinned @caraleestyles, specializes in on-site bridal hair. Every bride deserves the best, and Pridemore has perfected her craft to offer the most beautiful hairstyles for every hair type and bride. For the fall, she’s predicting full buns.