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Weddings and all their moving parts are notorious for high-stress levels. It’s easy to say “leave it to the wedding planner”; however, modern-day brides and grooms going DIY and taking on the planning themselves! Some things don’t have to be stressful, though, like your hair. With an endless to-do list leading up to the big day, there are steps you can take now to have the perfect bride and groom wedding day hair! Healthy hair makes everything easier, whether you have a color transformation planned or to elevate your wedding look— with a bit of planning, you can de-stress with some OLAPLEX self-care while leveling up your wedding hair. Step 1 : Consult with your hairdresser A Stand-Alone Treatment and 4-IN-1 Treatment should follow the consultation for your wedding look. Your hair can always be healthier, so a salon-grade OLAPLEX session is just what it needs to look flawless on the wedding day. A Stand-Alone Treatment uses OLAPLEX Nº.1, the patented OLAPLEX concentrate to rebuild hair, and OLAPLEX Nº.2, the concentrate with a cream additive. This is the strongest repair available for broken hair. The OLAPLEX 4-IN-1 Moisture Mask works quickly and efficiently to address dryness in even the most severe cases. When tested on damaged hair, 4-IN-1 provided 74% More Moisture, 84% More Shine, 84% More Smoothness, and 94% Saw More Body. A moisture mask is imperative for anyone with a Fal/Winter wedding, with hair recovering from damaging summer sun. Moisturized hair increases manageability, meaning all those hairstyle tests and your wedding day style will come with ease and look better. Step 2: At home prep In-salon treatments will jumpstart your hair into shape, but at-home maintenance will bring it to the next level. Let’s face it; weddings are all about being extra! Weekly treatments with the at-home versions of the aforementioned treatments will keep your hair healthy and hydrated. Use OLAPLEX Nº.0 and Nº.3 together to rebuild your hair at home intensely. It’s the closest one can get to salon-grade OLAPLEX at home, so we recommend treating your hair as often as you like to keep it strong and healthy. There are little steps you can take to make a tremendous impact on your hair. You can rebuild your hair just by shampooing and conditioning with OLAPLEX Nº.4 and Nº.5. Keep in mind; every OLAPLEX product will rebuild bonds as it’s the baseline, whether it’s intensive like the Nº.0 or incorporated in the formula like Nº.4 and Nº.5. For blondes, keep your color bright, fresh, and healthy with OLAPLEX Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer in between toners. The last step, and an easy one to incorporate, is styling with OLAPLEX. Protection is imperative, and what better way to do so than letting OLAPLEX do the work while you style. OLAPLEX Nº.6 Bond Smoother reduces frizz for up to 72 hours, adds leave-in moisture, rebuilds bonds, and increases manageability. Perfect for any hair type, add a pea-sized amount, then work your way up from there if needed. While you should stray from pre-wedding thermal styling, there are occasions, like rehearsals and events, you’ll want to style for. For that, use OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil for heat protection up to 450ºF, shine, moisture, and bond-building. Once you find a routine, all of this becomes a balanced ritual and one that will give you stunning wedding day hair and best practices for keeping it up after! Ready to transition experience the world of OLAPLEX for Camera Ready Hair? Your best hair days are just getting started! Stay tuned for more great tips from OLAPLEX or explore their entire range of products. Images & information courtsey of our friends at OLAPLEX Are You Ready to Get Camera Ready with hair care? We're here to help YOU get camera ready in whatever way makes YOU feel confident and ready to take on the day! Go ahead and explore the hair care and hair styling products our I Am Camera Ready Pros use to get camera ready, or view our I Am Camera Reach Schedule of Events to learn more and to view our full schedule of events, giveaways, and more! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

Time for damage control. You might have listened to our advice to treat your hair all Summer, but maybe you were enjoying all the summer fun and forgot. As we transition to Fall from the most damaging season for hair, it’s time to check in with your hair to address the concerns. Whether you are entering Fall with significant damage or want to enter the season as healthy as possible, there’s an at-home ritual for you. A balanced OLAPLEX routine will rebuild and moisturize your hair, making it flawless for Fall makeovers or perfect hair days. Step 1 to Transitioning Your Hair Care Routine for Fall: Address the state of your hair Texture and feel check. You know your hair best and what it feels like at its healthiest. Do you notice breakage? Dryness? Is your natural texture more limp than usual? Take notes if you notice any of the three, then move on to the next step. Visual Is there any noticeable damage to your hair? This includes breakage and split ends, color fading, lightened hair from the sun, and overall lack of body and shine. Add your observations to your notes, and get ready for a reboot! Step 2: Build a ritual for your hair For Damaged Hair:  Breakage meets its match with the Intensive Bond Building Treatment and Hair Perfector. This treatment is safe to use as often as needed, but we have a guide according to your damage level that may help you get started. For healthy hair, treat once weekly with OLAPLEX Nº.0 and Nº.3. Dampen the hair with Nº.0, wait ten minutes, then apply Nº.3 directly on top, combing through to saturate. Wait an additional ten minutes or longer, then shampoo out with OLAPLEX Nº.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo. You will see amazing results for damaged hair by catapulting your hair back to health with three treatments weekly.   For Hair Dryness:  Bond building moisture comes as OLAPLEX Nº.8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask. This treatment gives your hair 4x more moisture, 2x more shine, 6x smoothness, and more body. Typically, compromised, color-treated, and curly hair need the most moisture, but you know your hair best. Start with one treatment weekly and go up from there if needed. Apply to damp hair after shampooing with OLAPLEX Nº.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo, then comb through to thoroughly saturate and wait ten minutes. Rinse when complete, then style as usual! For Hair Maintenance:  Set your hair up for success between treatments with bond-building styling products for daily repair. We love to cocktail OLAPLEX Nº.6 Bond Smoother and OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil. Together, the two provide bond-building, heat protection up to 450ºF, shine, increased manageability, reduced frizz for up to 72 hours, and leave-in moisture. For blondes going brassy, use the new OLAPLEX Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer to keep your blonde strong, bright, and hydrated between salon sessions. Ready to transition your hair care for the cooler weather? Check Out All Of OLAPLEX's Hair Styling Products to Get Camera Ready. That's it! Your hair will be in tip top shape for the cooler months. Stay tuned for more great tips from OLAPLEX or explore their entire range of products. Images & information courtsey of our friends at OLAPLEX Are You Ready to Get Camera Ready with hair care? We're here to help YOU get camera ready in whatever way makes YOU feel confident and ready to take on the day! Go ahead and explore the hair care and hair styling products our I Am Camera Ready Pros use to get camera ready, or view our I Am Camera Reach Schedule of Events to learn more and to view our full schedule of events, giveaways, and more! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

Our Buyers here at Camera Ready are lucky to see sneak peeks of new releases and can often see trends developing before they're officially viral on TikTok, so we asked them to share their insights into this year's hottest Fall and Winter Trends as well as their top picks to achieve each one! EDITOR'S NOTE: Our goal is to help you feel Camera Ready no matter what, and while we love following the trends, it's important to remember to do what makes you look and feel your best! If you have any questions or want a personal recommendation, contact one of our Beauty Experts! In this blog, we will be discussing the following popular makeup, hair, and beauty trends for FALL/WINTER 2022: The Clean Girl Trend 2.0 Bigger & Bolder Looks Statement Lips   Fall/Winter 2022 Makeup and Hair Trend: The Clean Girl Aesthetic, but with a Twist We know the Clean Girl beauty trend has been around for a while now, but the newest fall and winter releases this year continue to support that this viral beauty movement (and for some, it's a lifestyle) is here to stay for a while! Thankfully, the latest update to this trend is to make it more inclusive and achievable for every beauty lover and not just limit it to those with an already great complexion or those that like minimal coverage. This upgraded take on the Clean Beauty trend calls for more of a flush of color to the face and additional coverage. How to Achieve the UPDATED Clean Girl Makeup Look The overall "less is more" approach still remains the same, but this time, add a hint of blush and a tint to the lips! From multi-tasking products like Illamasqua Gel Sculpt to add dimension to the eyes and cheeks to tinted balms like Jillian Dempsey Lid and Cheek Tints for all-over color, there are plenty of on-the-go friendly pocket-sized products to create the look! For those wanting a flush of color, try creating a monochromatic look with a product that's eye, lip, and cheek safe like Danessa Myricks Colorfix (just apply a tiny amount and diffuse the pigmentation well because these beauties are pigmented!) or one of her popular multi-purpose palettes like the best selling The Feminist or The Nudist Luxe Cream Palettes. If you're looking for a beauty product with skincare benefits, opt for a Jouer Bloom & Blush Cheek and Lip Duo!   Finish the look with lightly filledin brows with the ultra-natural looking Kevyn Aucoin True Feather Brow Marker, and you've achieved Clean Girl perfection! PRO Tips: If you want to recreate the Clean Girl Makeup Look but have a few imperfections you'd like to cover up, opt for a lighter coverage tinted moisturizer or spot concealer.   If you have drier skin and have a hard time pulling off this minimalistic makeup look, start with a blurring and hydrating SPF like Saint Jane Luxury Sun Ritual and opt for more emollient and hydrating cream products like Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Blush (which can also be used on the lips & eyes!) or Melt Cosmetics Blushlights. How to Achieve the Clean Girl Hair Look Achieving the Clean Girl Hair Look is a little trickier since every hair type has different needs (If you're still searching for your holy grail hair care, take our Hair Quiz to find your perfect products!), but the basic look you're trying to achieve is smooth, frizz-free, and hydrated hair. If you've been on TikTok at all this summer, odds are you saw the #OlaFLEX Challenge where folks shared their routines to achieve the smooth and healthy hair this trend calls for. One of the most popular videos included a routine to create a slicked-back look that treated hair while also giving a super sleek and trendy slicked-back appearance. They used a cocktail of OLAPLEX No 7 Bonding Oil, No 6 Bond Smoother, and No 3 Hair Perfector to help restore the hair while styling it, too. If you prefer to add just one or two products to help banish pesky flyaways, our buyers suggest R+Co Dart Pomade Stick or adding another flexible pomade to your collection, along with a great dry shampoo to extend the life of your look. Fall/Winter 2022 Makeup Trend: Bigger and Bolder Looks If the almost no-makeup makeup look is not your style, don't worry! This bold beauty trend encourages you to go all out and express yourself with eye-catching colors, textures, and shapes. There are no right or wrong ways to apply these looks, and cat eyes have become elongated, graphic liner is bolder and thicker, and smokey eyes are less precise and more smudgy (for the ultimate one-and-done smokey eyeshadow palette, check out Dose of Colors Smokey Soiree or Baked Brows II palettes). Blue Eyeshadow and eyeliners trending for fall/winter 2022: Just like in 2021, blue eyeliner and blue eyeshadow looks are trending again with celebrities like Taylor Swift and Kylie Jenner joining in on the fun. However, the exact shade of blue has become more of a royal or true blue and even ethereal with duochromes and pearly shades giving this popular look a unique look. Our buyers' top recommendations for the blue eyeshadow and eyeliner look trend include: Lethal Cosmetics SIDE FX Gel Liner in Polarity, a mid-toned slightly metallic liner, $15.50 Jason Wu Beauty Jewel Stick Cream Eyeshadow in Blue Pearl, a shimmering cool mid-toned periwinkle, $16 Karla Cosmetics Opal Moonstone Multichrome in Moody Cow, an ultra shimmering pink with blue reflect, $29 Danessa Myricks Beauty Colorfix Matte in Cobalt, a mid-toned blue, $18 Viseart Petites Mattes Cool Mattes Palette, $40 Sydney Grace Cream Eyeshadow in Rendezvous, a deep metallic denim, $8 Illamasqua Colouring Pencil in Debonair, vibrant sky blue, $21 Cozzette Infinite Velvet Eyeshadow in Lapis, a jewel-toned deep blue, $13 COLORFUL LOOKS AND MULTICHROMES ARE HOTTER THAN EVER: Finally, there's no denying that multichrome and bold shades are more popular than they've ever been, so to make it easy, our buyers are sharing our best selling colorful palettes: Danessa Myricks Beauty Lightwork Volume IV Transcendence Palette, $125 Sydney Grace Tropicolor x The Fancy Face Palette, $60 Karla Cosmetics Romance Quad Eyeshadow Palette, $82 Kimchi Chic Beauty BFF4EVR Kimchi X Trixie: MVPalette - 01 Superstar, $45 Lethal Cosmetics Theresa is Lethal Pressed Powder Palette, $39 Fall/Winter 2022 Makeup Trend: A Statement Lip Color While the autumn season may normally call for bolder berries and rich reds, this year's hot take on the fall lip calls for grungier and more vibrant shades that pack a punch. From the Hailey Bieber brown lip liner craze that stirred up a lot of feelings on TikTok to rich rosy shades and rusty rich nudes, there are endless bold colors to choose from. The trick with this trend is to keep the rest of your makeup minimal if you're opting for a true statement lip. Our buyers' top recommendations for TRENDING FALL AND WINTER LIPSTICK SHADES: If you're addicted to nudes: Dose of Colors Catching Feelings Lip Set Duo, $29 For the ultimate budge-proof vampy berry: Danessa Myricks Beauty Colorfix in Plum Wine (one of Danessa's personal favorites!), $19 For a rusty red that can be used on the eyes & cheeks, too: Jason Wu Beauty Hot Fluff Lipstick in Gingerbread, $12 For a cooler toned plum: Saint Jane Luxury Lip Cream in Ritual, $28 For a true rich rosy mauve: Scott Barnes Lip Fetish Liquid Lipstick in Bed of Roses, $26 For a showstopping fuschia that packs a punch, Illamasqua Ultramatter Lipstick in Honour, $22 For classic red lipstick lovers: Senna Matte Fixation in Heart Throb, $26 or Besame 1920 Besame Red Lipstick (for those that want a vibrant red), $28 PRO Tip: Lip prep is a must for bold shades like these since all eyes will be drawn to your vibrant pout. Make sure you exfoliate as needed and use a nourishing balm regularly to keep your lips in tip-top shape. Feeling Inspired? Are you ready to give the fall and winter beauty trends a try? Click here to explore our newest arrivals and hair care. If you have any additional questions, our Beauty Advisors are here to help, so click here to send them an email! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.

Now that we've discovered what being Camera Ready means to our I Am Camera Ready Pros, we want to know HOW they get Camera Ready! If you want, you can skip ahead and click to see what products THEY use to get Camera Ready, or watch their videos below! The Must-Have Products for Our Pros Our I Am Camera Ready Pros include a beautiful collective of hair, makeup, skincare, and beauty loving pros and enthusiasts that make it their goal to spread positivity through their passion for makeup. Danessa Myricks If you've ever watched any of Danessa's get ready with me videos on social media, it's no surprise that her routine starts with skincare. She starts with her Yummy Skin Serum and allows it to sink in. Once her skin is happy and hydrated, she pops on a pair of lashes and a lip color to complete her routine. Danessa Myricks' Must-Have Camera Ready Products Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Spencer, aka @Paintedbyspencer Spencer's routine to get Camera Ready varies depending on whether he's filming a video for social media or simply living his life without the camera turned on. Some days, it may be a full glam moment, and others, it truly is as simple as a spritz of cologne and he's out the door. However, his usual routine consists of doing his brows, a tinted lip balm, and cologne. Spencer's Favorite Camera Ready Products Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Theresa is Dead Meet Theresa is Dead, beauty enthusiast extraordinaire! From candid makeup reviews to fun and entertaining makeup content, you'll be up to speed on the latest trends and releases if you follow her on Instagram and YouTube. For Theresa, being Camera Ready starts with skin prep, and if you have followed her for any length of time, you know that means she is dousing her uncooked chicken skin in Rituel de Fille Thorn Oil. and then following up with a natural-looking foundation like Make Up For Ever HD Skin Foundation. For blush, bronzer, and highlighter, it's no surprise that she turns to one of her favorite brands Lethal Cosmetics, and for eyes? Her Camera Ready Favorite is Viseart Violette Etendu! She completes the look with a quick spritz of R+Co Ballon Dry Volume Spray and sets her look with Melanie Mills Super Lite Long Lasting Sealing Spray for all-day (and all-night) wear. While she may be a self-proclaimed basic makeup lover, she knows how a beaming highlight can give her that added glow and confidence. Theresa's Must-Have Camera Ready Products Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Carly Jo Makeup For Carly Jo Makeup, being Camera Ready means being ready to put her best face forward to serve her bridal clients. Her Camera Ready routine still includes a full face of makeup, and it starts with great skin prep. Next, she creates a glowy complexion with a thin and well-blended layer of foundation and just a hint of bronzer. Neutral pink lips and minimalistic makeup follow, and that's it! She's Camera Ready!   Carly Jo's Camera Ready Favorite Products Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Emily Winters, aka @aartbyem For Emily Winters, aka @aartbyem, being Camera Ready can take on many forms. Some days, it's just skincare and throwing her hair back into a snatched pony tail. When it comes to her everyday version of being Camera Ready, she says she just needs her brow gel, hair spray, and self tanning products from Loving Tan. Emily Winter's Must-Have Camera Ready Products Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Anastasia Diamond Doll For Anastasia Diamond Doll, her version of being Camera Ready relies on a full face of makeup, big lashes, and a beautiful long wig to match the energy she brings to the stage with her drag performances! She dusts off the powder from her face, adds more highlighter, and an extra pop of blush because it's an essential to her look. Then, she's Camera Ready!   Anastasia Diamond Doll's Must-Have Camera Ready Products Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Alanna Castro MUA To feel Camera Ready, Alanna Castro MUA starts with skincare prep with lots of hydration all over the face and eye lids. Then, she lets her hands express the creative freedom she feels inside. Aside from great skincare products, her everyday version of being Camera Ready includes blush, lip liner, and mascara. Alanna Castro's Must-Have Camera Ready Products Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Are You Ready to Get Camera Ready? We're here to help YOU get Camera Ready in whatever way makes YOU feel confident and ready to take on the day! Go ahead and explore the products our Camera Ready Pros use to get Camera Ready, or view our I Am Camera Reach Schedule of Events learn more & to view our full schedule of events, giveaways, & more!

As soon as the Allure 'Best of Beauty' Awards are announced, we get excited to see which Camera Ready products made the cut. We're happy to report CRC proudly offers a range of hair care, makeup, skincare, and tools that have earned the coveted red stamp of approval this year! Join us in congratulating the brands that won! To see a quick list of products that earned their claim to fame and to see which ones have been inducted into the 'Best of Beauty Hall of Fame'! Want to explore an expanded selection of Allure Best of Beauty winners? You may view winners from 2020-2022 here! Information and image above from Allure Best of ... SKINCARE & LIPS COMING SOON: Loving Tan Platinum Ultimate Tanning Mousse, $34.95-$64.96 Craving the deepest, darkest tan possible? Look no further. Made by tan lovers for the ultimate tan lover, Loving Tan Platinum Mousse is Loving Tan's deepest, darkest shade, specifically designed to give you maximum tanning results. The professional strength formula provides you with immediate color while developing into a deep, dark, and natural-looking tan. The colour guide technology ensures an easy, streak-free application, every time. Jason Wu Beauty Good Night Mr. Wu Lip Mask, $15 This ultra-moisturizing lip mask is a favorite for many of us here at Camera Ready Cosmetics! It is formulated with Shea Butter, Jojoba Seed Oil, and Vitamin E to help soothe and moisturize your lips while you sleep. Best Self Tanner Best Overnight Lip Mask Best of ... HAIR FEKKAI Clean Stylers Straight Balm, $12-26 Introducing a revolutionary, hybrid blowout balm that easily straightens and transforms frizzy and unruly hair into sleek, liquid glass hair, Fekkai's Straight Balm provides 24-hour frizz control and 450° heat protection along with keratin repair and breakage reduction. This balm is part of the Clean Styler Collection; stylers that treat and treatments that style. Along with PhytoVie® Defense that has been scientifically proven to offer 24-hour frizz control and heat protection at 450°F, this Straight Balm contains Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (a vegan alternative to keratin) that restores, improves hair structure, and reduces breakage. It also includes Phytenso™, a biolipid complex, that serves as a natural alternative to chemical straightening by coating and elongating each strand. It seals lifted cuticles and repairs split ends as well. Fekkai's Straight Balm is safe for all hair types including keratin and color-treated hair. It is ideal for thick, unruly, and frizzy-prone hair. Living Proof Full Dry Volume & Texture Spray, $32 According to Allure, this pro-favorite spray won because it "adds a little something-something to hair best described with words like 'bleh,' 'blah,' and 'meh.' A patented molecule increases the space between hair fibers for a lifted effect that lasts all day." Best Blowout Balm Best Volumizer Best of ... TOOLS Tweezerman Classic Slant Tweezer, $12 If you feel like you're having deja vu, you're not. Tweezerman's Classic Slant Tweezer has been deemed the best tweezer for several years! Famous for its precision, the Slant Tweezer is consistently acclaimed as setting the standard for excellence and quality. With perfectly aligned, hand-finished tips that grab the hair every time, these stainless steel tweezers have been the choice of make-up artists, celebrities, and beauty professionals for over 30 years. BeautyBlender The Original Makeup Sponge, $20 It may come as no surprise that this makeup sponge made the list again this year. In fact, this is the tenth time it's earned the Allure Best of title! Access hard-to-reach areas with stunning ease. The suede texture is sensual to the touch and features unique curves that fit the contours of your face, leaving makeup undetectable. Ideal for applying foundation, powder, BB + CC cream, cream blush, and powder. For best results, wet the sponge before applying makeup. At Camera Ready, we proudly offer a special professional value pack with six BeautyBlenders and a Solid Cleanser.   Best Tweezers Best Makeup Sponge Best of .... MAKEUP Stila Stay All Day Dual-Ended Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner, $28 It was another great year for Stila as their Stay All Day Liquid Eyeliners took won the title of Allure Best of Beauty 2022 for Liquid Eyeliner. Available in a variety of shades, you'll find this eyeliner pen in a lot of makeup lovers' collections! Smashbox Photo Finish Primerizer+ Hydrating Primer, $16-42 Smooth, blur, hydrate, and protect from environmental aggressors with this lightweight niacinamide infused primer. This primer creates a breathable lightweight barrier with triple hyaluronic acid + niacinamide for super hydrated skin. The lightweight formula smooths and blurs. Silkscreen complex protects against pollution, blue light, and environmental aggressors, while hydrating skin. Available in two sizes. Laura Mercier Translucent Pressed Powder, $39 This high-performance translucent powder sets makeup for up to 12-hour wear without weight or texture. Wears comfortably while helping control shine and blurring the appearance of pores and imperfections. Applies evenly. Blends effortlessly. No photo-flashback and available in two shades. Ardell Individual Lashes, prices vary per pack Lashes are a must-have for many makeup artists, but the latest trends rely on individual lashes to create a more customized look for each client! That's why we're not surprised Ardell's Individual Lashes were named Allure's Best of for 2022! Danessa Myricks Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder, $5.99-$36 We're elated to hear Danessa Myricks won another Allure Best of Beauty Award (her Colorfix had won previously) for her innovative Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder! This scientifically-based formula reduces texture, boosts coverage, and blurs while it also balances oils throughout the day while maintaining hydration. Powered by Upsalite a Swedish super ingredient that encapsulates and balances sebum and sweat throughout the day. Best Primer Best Liquid Eyeliner Best Pressed Powder Best Individual Lashes Best Beauty Breakthrough Shop the Winners Are you ready to discover what all the beauty buzz is about?! Click here to view all the products, or simply click one of the product pics above to add to your cart! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

If you've been wondering how to take care of curls and coily hair right now (or at any time really), Fekkai's resident curl and coil expert April Story is going deep on everything you need to know about tighter hair textures and the products you shouldn't live without. In this blog, Fekkai's Curly and Coily Hair Expert will Cover: The importance of knowing your curl pattern Eliminating certain ingredients from your routine to enhance your curls How to protect curly and coily hair from drying out How often to shampoo and cleanse curly and coily hair The best way to dry curly and coily hair How to maintain a good balance of moisture and protein for curly and coily hair How heat styling impacts curls and coils How and when you should brush and detangle your curls and coils How to tell if your curly or coily hair is damaged How to co-wash curly and coily hair Images and information courtesy of the FEKKAI team Some of the most famous women throughout history have had curls: think Beyonce, Sarah Jessica Parker and the list goes on. It's the versatility of curls we love because you can wear them as voluminous and big as you want and then straighten them and go for a super sleek style. For us and the Fekkai team, curls represent natural beauty and embracing your hair's uniqueness. We know waves, curls, and coils do require different care and a different approach than straighter textures. There's no one-size-fits-all method and most women's hair features a few different kinds of curl patterns. KNOWING YOUR CURL PATTERN IS A GREAT PLACE TO START "There are a range of curl patterns from wavy to kinky," April advises. "The beauty industry uses codes 2A to 4C as a reference to determine the characteristics and texture of your hair. These codes can get confusing at times because most people have a combination of textures. However, you can use this as a starting guide to educate yourself on products to use, daily maintenance and care, and style options." ELIMINATE CONTROVERSIAL INGREDIENTS FROM YOUR ROUTINE Of silicones, they "are not water soluble and difficult to remove, which means they can cause buildup that weighs your curls down and diminishes definition," April explains. "For Types 2 and 3, silicone can be too heavy and straighten out some of your curls causing a visible difference in your curl patterns. If this occurs use a clarifying shampoo to help remove buildup. Then, follow up with a deep conditioning hair mask (silicone-free of course)." Sulfates strip hair of its natural oils and dehydrate your curls, which causes dryness and frizz. "We, curly girls, already struggle with dry ends so don’t exacerbate it for a good lather," she recommends. PROTECT YOUR HAIR FROM MOISTURE LOSS BY WRAPPING IT IN SILK NIGHTLY "Consider wrapping your hair in a silk scarf or sleeping on a silk pillowcase." According to April, this helps preserve your curl pattern and reduce friction throughout the night. "Cotton depletes your strands of its natural oils. So make the switch," and thank her later! PRO Tip: It’s also a great add-on to your skincare routine for the same reasons. KEEP SHAMPOOING TO A MINIMUM AND ALWAYS USE A CONDITIONER Some people shampoo their hair more often than others for various reasons like regular workouts, high sebum production, or the summertime heat. "I get it, honestly, but also keep in mind that over shampooing dries out your curls and we need our natural oils," April emphasizes. "We curly girls are usually towards the drier end of the spectrum. Because we have curls, coils, and kinks we don’t dry brush our hair often which means our natural oils are not being distributed from roots to end evenly." So, we must infuse in that moisture in other ways, including through conditioners for example. "A hydrating conditioner that works with your curly hair will help provide a healthy dose of hydration, nourishment, and protection." Quick tip: If your curls tend to fall flat at the crown, rinse your hair upside down in the shower. "This allows the roots to lift. Rinsing with your head backwards (totally normal) flattens the root decreasing volume. For a voluminous look, you can apply this same method when diffusing." OPT FOR AIR DRYING AND DIFFUSING "This limits direct heat to your curls and reduces friction that disturbs your hair's consistency, causing frizz and dryness." MAINTAIN A BALANCE OF MOISTURE AND PROTEIN April feels this is the most valuable advice she can give anyone in maintaining healthy hair. "There are so many contributing factors in our daily routines that will provoke damage," she alerts. "So, I say live your best life, get those highlights and curl your hair every once in a while, but the key is to pay attention to your hair. It will tell you what it needs. An elasticity check will allow you to determine if your hair needs protein or moisture, by the way your hair reacts." Here's how you do one: "Take 3 to 4 strands of hair, holding the ends and the mid-lengths, then stretch it. If your hair doesn’t stretch and breaks then most likely you need moisture for dryness. If your hair stretches and doesn’t break and feels very soft and slightly gummy, then you most likely will need protein for strength. ANY TYPE OF HEAT STYLING CAN HAVE A DAMAGING IMPACT ON YOUR HAIR "This depends on many varying factors, thickness, density, porosity, and current state." April advises that is fine in moderation. "If a few curls are inconsistent, use a tiny iron on low heat to touch up that curl. Diffuse your hair on low heat and air dry when you can." But "in moderation" does not mean daily, "Maximum 1-2 times per week. Flat ironing once a week is fine, but you should expect some damage. Remedy that by doing a conditioning hair mask during the following week and a cleansing and co-washing session." HOW AND WHEN YOU SHOULD BRUSH AND DETANGLE YOUR HAIR ARE DEPENDENT ON YOUR TEXTURE AND DESIRED END RESULT April's most important tip here: detangle on wash days. "Allow the pressure from the shower and conditioner to help you," she shares. "Conditioner helps with the slip, making detangling an easy task. Use a wide tooth comb, a flexible detangling brush, or even your fingers. Always start from the ends and work your way up." THE BEST WAY TO TELL IF YOUR CURLY HAIR IS DAMAGED? TOUCH IT "Look at it," April suggests. "How does it feel? Does it look dull? Is it tangling easily?" Is your curl and its shape off? There’s your answer. "Do an elasticity test to see you if you’re more in need of moisture or protein." Then after determining that, select hair care products accordingly. "Do bi-weekly hair masks." Then see your stylist or a curl expert like April for a haircut and shaping. LESS IS MORE FOR SUMMERTIME CURL AND COIL CARE Though we love the thrill of new beauty products, you don't need a slew to get amazing curls and coils. "Choose one or two styling products and let nature do the rest," April recommends. "I would always suggest a hair milk or leave-in conditioner of some sort, and a hair cream or gel depending on your texture. Scrunch or twist your hair as desired for style, after shampooing or co-washing. Go out get some fresh air; allow the sun to dry your hair." The summer season is all about showing your curls and coils and allowing them time to just be and build strength. HERE'S A SAMPLE CLEANSING ROUTINE "Shampoo (with sulfate-free shampoo) once a week, once every other week, or even monthly for some of my coiled girls," April affirms. "It varies depending on your hair texture. Shampoos are designed to lift buildup from your scalp and hair. So it is absolutely necessary, but in moderation." Waves, curls, and coils need their natural oils for moisture and to maintain a healthy scalp. She continues, "deep condition and mask during every shampoo cycle." Leave it in and because, why not? "Your curls can always use a moisture or protein boost." HEARD OF CO-WASHING? HERE'S HOW TO DO IT Co-washing is simply using a conditioner to cleanse and infuse additional moisture into your hair. "Conditioner is designed to stick to the hair and seal the shaft, creating a protective coat," April informs. "Think of it like this, shampoo removes buildup and conditioner cleanses better than just plain water. You can co-wash everyday but remember, it doesn’t remove heavy buildup. I typically co-wash after day two to add moisture and redefine my curls." Co-washing can be done in between shampooing cycles, but shouldn't be used as a replacement. Explore Fekkai Are you create your perfect curly or coily hair routine? Explore Fekkai's line of clean hair care to start living your best curly hair life, or click here to contact one of our Beauty Experts for more tips. Are You Camera Ready? We're here to help YOU get Camera Ready in whatever way makes YOU feel confident and ready to take on the day! Go ahead and explore the products our I Am Camera Ready Pros use to get Camera Ready, or view our I Am Camera Reach Schedule of Events to learn more & to view our full schedule of events, giveaways, & more! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.

Whether you're wanting to create a slicked back bun to complement your clean girl makeup look or want to channel your innner ballerina chic and rockstar sexy, the slicked-back-bun is back in a big way, and all you need to DIY is the Jillian Dempsey Roomie Hair Pomade, a few hair pins, and this quick and easy 3-step tutorial from Jillian Dempsey! Video Tutorial from Jillian Dempsey BALLERINA BUN HAIR TUTORIAL STEP 1: Brush Your Hair Into a Ponytail Pull hair back in a high and tight ponytail, leaving a 1.5 inch section loose on each side with your natural part still showing. BALLERINA BUN HAIR TUTORIAL STEP 2: Create the Bun Warm a dollop or Roomie in your palms and slick your hair away from the face, then add a thin layer of pomade to your ponytail and twist it into a bun. Secure the ends with hair pins or a second hair tie. Pull hair back in a high and tight ponytail, leaving a 1.5 inch section loose on each side. BALLERINA BUN HAIR TUTORIAL STEP 3: Brush Everything Into Place and Secure with Hair Pins Use a bristle brush to smooth the loose pieces back into the bun, keeping the part visible, twist ends around the bun, and secure with hair pins. Your Ballerina Bun is Camera Ready! Explore Jillian Dempsey Are you create your own perfect ballerina bun or to discover great beauty products to enhance your clean girl routine? Explore Jillian Dempsey pomade and her finger-friendly line of makeup!   Are You Camera Ready? We're here to help YOU get Camera Ready in whatever way makes YOU feel confident and ready to take on the day! Go ahead and explore the products our I Am Camera Ready Pros use to get Camera Ready, or view our I Am Camera Reach Schedule of Events to learn more & to view our full schedule of events, giveaways, & more! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.

If you have color-treated hair, you know keeping the color vibrant, preventing fading, restoring moisture, and protecting it from the sun and other seasonal impacts can be tricky! Good hair color is an art, but it's also a science. Dyeing your hair to elevate your look or make a bold, vibrant statement affects the structure of your hair strands and can cause dullness, dryness, and breakage, especially when your hair is colored repeatedly and for long periods of time. In this blog, we'll tackle some of the ways your hair care can keep your color-treated hair as healthy as possible with natural shampoo! Why Hair Care for Color-Treated Hair Starts with a Great Natural Shampoo Many people focus on treatments, conditioners, and masks to restore their color-treated hair, but the shampoo ingredients you use are important to maintaining healthy hair, too! To help protect color-treated hair and prevent further damage, look for hair care formulas that incorporate these four natural shampoo ingredients:  Plum seed oil Vitamin B5 Prickly pear Olive oil Images and information courtesy of Fekkai Hydrate Color-Treated Hair with Mirabelle Plum Seed Oil Hair dyes tend to strip hair of its optimum moisture level. To combat unwanted dryness and breakage, shampoo for color-treated hair should include hydrating natural oils. Fekkai's Technician Color line incorporates Mirabelle plum seed oil, which we consider a superfood for your scalp for lasting color and vibrancy. Its concentrated fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals work together to help promote hair growth, strength, and shine. Mirabelle plum seed oil's antioxidant properties can also help protect colored hair and with its lightweight feel, you won't have to worry about it weighing your hair down or making your hair feel greasy. Achieve Hair Vibrancy with Vitamin B5 Vitamin B5 has made its way into most daily multivitamins for its beautifying, restorative, and smoothing properties. Known as an "anti-stress vitamin," B5 is also known for its potential to correct irritation, a common reaction to the coloring process while nourishing hair from the outside in. Fekkai incorporates panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) into its natural shampoos and hair care products in order to hydrate your hair and protect it from heat. Harness the Power of Prickly Pear for Beautiful Hair Prickly pear—the pink fruit that grows atop cacti—lives up to its thorny name, but its rough appearance hides incredibly soothing properties. Prickly pear has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. It has high concentrations of essential omega fatty acids, vitamin E, and amino acids that make it an excellent hair care ingredient. Native to the driest deserts, prickly pear seed oil packs a hydrating punch and helps protect your hair against sun, wind, and environmental damage. When formulated in natural shampoo for color-treated hair, prickly pear seed oil can help protect the scalp and strands from becoming coarse, brittle, dehydrated, or pH imbalanced. Revive Color-Treated Hair with Olive Oil Organic olive oil is one of nature's most versatile wonders, possessing an array of healthy fats, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory properties that make it a dietary staple as well as a perfect addition to natural shampoo for color-treated hair. The ingredient may help impart moisture and shine, fight oxidative damage, clear bacteria, and even offer SPF protection. Fekkai's Brilliant Gloss Shampoo is powered by organic French cold-pressed olive oil, which is sure to give your hair a healthy, sun-kissed Mediterranean glow no matter how far from the beach you happen to be. Explore Fekkai – Natural Shampoo for Color-Treated Hair Although beautiful and totally transformative, color-treated hair can often use some extra TLC—and that's where the right natural shampoo and hair care ingredients can help. All of Fekkai's shampoos are safe for color-treated hair, so you can feel confident that your hair care routine keeps your hair healthy and ready for whatever look you try next. Are You Ready to Get Camera Ready? We're here to help YOU get camera ready in whatever way makes YOU feel confident and ready to take on the day! Go ahead and explore the hair care products our I Am Camera Ready Pros use to get camera ready or view our I Am Camera Reach Schedule of Events to learn more and to view our full schedule of events, giveaways, and more! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.

Earlier this year, we had the pleasure of hosting world-renowned hair stylist and brand owner Frederic Fekkai at our showroom in Dallas, and he generously took the time to share some of his best advice for you, our artist, stylist, and beauty-loving community! Keep reading the blog or scroll all the way to the bottom to watch the interview! In his interview, frederic fekkai shared tips and insights into: His own brand and the future of his hair care line How to find inspiration as a stylist How to stay motivated as an artist or stylist How to set yourself apart from other makeup artists or hair stylists Why it's important for makeup artists and hair stylists to work with teams Why it's important for makeup artists and hair stylists to perform a great consultation with their client His own journey and what he did to achieve success as a budding stylist How to Find Inspiration and to Stay Motivated as a Makeup Artist or Hair Stylist Q: how can a makeup artist or hair stylist stay motivated throughout their career? Fekkai: "You don't want to do anything if you don't believe in it," said Fekkai. "To stay passionate, you need a reason. From the minute when I wake up in the morning to anything I do; exercise, go into the office, we need a reason... When we approach a problem, whenever we create a hairstyle. Whatever we do, it has to have a reason."   Makeup and Hair Style Trends Q: What would you say to a stylist or makeup artist that is always wanting to follow the trends?? FEKKAI: "I don't believe in trends for trends... Trends are great when you create them. What does a trend even mean? It's not about following Kim Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, Jennifer Aniston, or anybody. That is not a trend. A trend is when you find an amazing style that really suits everyone - a person, a friend. You find a style that is right for them. That's a trend because it cannot be easily duplicated. That's a trend because it cannot be easily replicated. It's a novel item. Then people want that look because it's so desirable!" Getting Inspired by Other Artists and Hair Stylists Q: Why is it so important to work with teams? FEKKAI: "I get motivated when I work with my team at the salon. It's a great environment - like a lab- we test out products, it's like a focus group! We get feedback not only from the customer but also from the stylists. It's interactive." Education and Inspiration for Makeup Artists & Hair Stylists Q: Where would you recommend starting if you're thinking about becoming a hair stylist, a makeup artist, or just want to rebrand yourself? FEKKAI: "Today, more than ever, you have access to incredible content and information. Whether it's a tutorial on YouTube, or on Reels, beyond that, you can also look at the street, movies, books, and magazines to get inspired. Once you have a library of content, ideas, styles, and tools, you can perform and bring up that wow factor to your customer!" Why It's Important for Makeup Artists and Hair Stylists to Perform a Great Consultation Q: how do you approach consultations with your clients?  FEKKAI: "If you are a pioneer, an innovator, somebody who brings something outside of the box and not just following what every other trend does, you trigger incredible creativity... What makes a great stylist is not just a great cut or color. It's a consultation. We look at each other in the eyes. Somebody will assess your look, your beauty, your lifestyle, and then they'll make their best recommendation - something that is tailored for you and unique!" Fekkai's Tips for Career Success for Artists and Hair Stylists Q: What would you like to say to the aspiring artists and stylists in our community?  FEKKAI: "It's so important to be accessible, to be hungry, to always want. One of the biggest keys to success in my career was when other stylists weren't willing to do a job, I would say YES. I did more jobs which meant I met more people - photographers. models, actors, actresses, and normal people by just saying yes. So, say yes as much as you can, and be curious. Stay curious all the time! " The Full Interview with Frederic Fekkai Watch the interview with frederic fekkai Prefer to watch vidoes instead of read? View the interview above or on our YouTube Channel for extra tips not included above! Feeling Inspired? We hope you were inspired by Frederic Fekkai's journey and the tips he shared! Explore his products, or email our Beauty Experts to learn more about how to incorporate Fekkai into your routine! Are You Ready to Get Camera Ready? We're here to help YOU get Camera Ready in whatever way makes YOU feel confident and ready to take on the day! Go ahead and explore the products our I Am Camera Ready Pros use to get Camera Ready, or view our I Am Camera Reach Schedule of Events to learn more & to view our full schedule of events, giveaways, & more! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

For a lot of beauty lovers and makeup artists, perfecting a hairstyle is an essential part of getting and feeling camera ready. The right hair care and hair styling products will help you face whatever the day may bring and get clients ready for big events. That's why we're proud to offer the best haircare and hair styling products from Oribe, R+Co, Fekkai, IGK, OLAPLEX Living Proof, SACHAJUAN, and more.Whether you're looking for a haircare with dry shampoo, hair pomade, or hair spray, you can use these products with confidence, knowing they have our stamp of approval! Read on to learn about the best hair care products to get your hair camera ready. The topics we will be covering in our blog about hair care products to get your hair Camera Ready include: The Best & Top 10 Hair Styling Products to get Camera Ready Bonus Tips & Hair Styling Product Picks to Help You Style Your Hair Like A PRO Top 10 Hair Styling Products that Professional Makeup Artists and Hair Stylists Use to Get Camera Ready No matter your hair type or hair concerns, finding the right hair styling product can make all the difference in your beauty routine! From dry shampoos to hair oils and everything in between, we've carefully curated the hair care products we offer to ensure you get great results every time.Our Top 10 Hair Care Best Sellers:Oribe Dry Texturizing SprayR+Co Dart Pomade StickPhilip B Thermal Protection SprayR+Co Vicious Strong Hold Flexible HairsprayFekkai Shea Butter Intense OilFekkai Clean Stylers Root LiftJillian Dempsey Roomie Hair PomadeSACHAJUAN Matt WaxLiving Proof Full Dry Volume and Texture SprayOribe Impermeable Anti-Humidity Spray FOR OIL CONTROL & MANAGEABILITY: ORIBE DRY TEXTURIZING SPRAY A must-have for styling, Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray is a revolutionary texture spray. It features patented polymers that absorb oil at the roots without a trace of powdery residue while Oribe's signature scent, Cote d'Azur, luxuriously refreshes strands. This texturizing spray is a brilliant alternative to dry shampoo. The BEST PRODUCT FOR PESKY FLYAWAYS: R+CO DART POMADE STICK If you've ever suffered from having major flyaways or baby hairs that cannot be tamed, the R+Co Dart Pomade Stick is the hair care product for you. The pomade stick fits into the palm of your hand and is the perfect size to take on the go to keep unruly hair in place or to mix styles up when you need a quick change. It's a secret weapon in our kit. BEST PRODUCT FOR HEAT PROTECTION: PHILIP B THERMAL PROTECTION SPRAY Philip B Thermal Protection Spray is a botanically powered thermal protectant. Its weightless styling primer shields hair against the ravages of heat styling and sun, so it's a two-for-one hair care protection spray that protects on all levels. Time-released hydrators build sexy texture and enhance shine giving you covetable results that last for days. BEST PRODUCT FOR LOCKING A HAIRSTYLE IN PLACE FOR LONG WEAR: R+CO VICIOUS STRONG HOLD FLEXIBLE HAIRSPRAY: Keeping it together just got (a little) easier, thanks to R+Co Vicious Strong Hold Flexible Hairspray. With this super strong hold, your style won’t be going anywhere. Unless you want it to, in which case - good news - you can still run a brush through and restyle your hair anytime you need to. As a plus, you won't experience the flakes or cracks you sometimes get with other hairsprays. FOR CURLY AND COILY HAIR AND ADDED SHINE AND HYDRATION: FEKKAI SHEA BUTTER INTENSE OIL We couldn't create a top 10 list without keeping our curly and coily hair guys and gals in mind! FEKKAI Shea Butter Intense Oil is a great option for hair care to provide the extra hydration you need as well as serve as a body oil to hydrate cuticles, dry patches, and any area in need of intense hydration. BEST HAIR STYLING PRODUCT For VOLUME & THOSE WITH SENSITIVE SCALPS: FEKKAI CLEAN STYLERS ROOT LIFT For those craving extra volume with a formula that has been created with even the most sensitive scalps in mind, Fekkai has you covered with its entire line of Clean Stylers! Fekkai Clean Styler Root Lift has a unique nozzle that allows you to get straight to the roots with a non-sticky volume spray that adds humidity-resistant volume and intense root lift to all hair types. It is powered by triple-boost technology to volumize, lift, and restore broken keratin bonds. This hair care product also provides heat protection up to 450°F while nourishing and protecting. FOR STYLING MEN'S HAIR AND KEEPING HAIR IN PLACE WITH A FIRM YET SOFT-TO-THE-TOUCH HOLD: JILLIAN DEMPSEY ROOMIE HAIR POMADE Makeup Artist Jillian Dempsey has had plenty of celebrities in her chair (including mega-star husband Patrick Dempsey, who is known for having gorgeous locks!), so she knows a thing or two about what it takes to create a great hair styling product. Her Roomie Hair Pomade (and the stick form, Roadie) provides great hold in a malleable formula that is easy to manipulate once you warm it up in the palms of your hands. You can build height, texture, and even a light sheen with this pomade, making it a great option to keep in your kit. FOR STYLES THAT REQUIRE FLEXIBLE HOLD WITHOUT THE SHINE: SACHAJUAN MATT WAX SACHAJUAN Matt Wax is a must-have for male grooming! The name says it all; this non-greasy grooming aid dries down to be a shine-free option to create a natural-looking hairstyle without making hair look glossy. This matt wax is great for professional headshots, tv, print, and film (and every day)! FOR HEAT PROTECTION, VOLUME, & LIGHT OIL ABSORPTION: LIVING PROOF FULL DRY VOLUME & TEXTURE SPRAY When you need volume in an instant, turn to Living Proof Full Dry Volume & Texture Spray. It is powered by the Volumizing and Texturizing Molecule (ETAS), which is lighter and bigger than industry standard ingredients, so it delivers big volume and texture to your hair without weighing it down. The volume and texture spray also lightly absorbs oil and protects hair up to 410°F, making it a great option if you use hot tools in your routine. FOR PROTECTION AGAINST HEAT AND HUMIDITY: ORIBE IMPERMEABLE ANTI-HUMIDITY SPRAY Nothing can ruin a photo shoot or day of filming easier than humidity! However, Oribe Impermeable Anti-Humidity Spray is here to save the day. This lightweight anti-frizz hairspray acts as a shield against humidity and environmental damage, protecting sleek blowouts and perfect curls alike. Miami-tested and approved, this anti-humidity creates smooth, anti-frizz, touchable styles on the sultriest days (and nights) while nourishing and protecting strands. Bonus Hair Styling Products for Your Hair Care Needs If you're looking for hair styling products that go the extra mile to control oil or to provide additional benefits to your hair, we've got you covered there, too, with: IGK First Class Charcoal Detox Dry Shampoo Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil BEST HEAVY-DUTY DRY SHAMPOO:  If you have oily hair or like to push the limits of your style and go as long as possible between washes, IGK First Class Charcoal Detox Dry Shampoo will help you achieve the freshly styled look you're after! This heavy-duty charcoal dry shampoo is perfect for all hair types, ranging from fine to tightly coiled, and allows you to go even longer between washes - even after workouts. Detoxifying charcoal powder lifts dirt and build-up while absorbing oil and sweat. Cooling, calming white tea powder calms scalp and strengthens hair follicles. BEST HAIR OIL THAT PROTECTS & REPAIRS THE HAIR: Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil is a highly-concentrated, weightless, reparative styling oil that dramatically increases shine, softness, and color vibrancy. No.7 minimizes flyaways and frizz while providing UV/heat protection of up to 450°F/232°C. For best results that also fight frizz, pair with No.9 Bond Protecting Nourishing Hair Serum and No.6 Bond Smoother. Begin your hair styling routine by applying Olaplex No.9 from your mids to ends. No.9 is an anti-damage shield against pollution, heat, and free radicals. Next, create a cocktail of No.7 and No.6, which can be applied together to smooth the hair and add next-level shine. 3 Hair Styling Products Tips from the Pros Of course, we offer plenty of great hair styling products to ensure your mane stays in prime condition, but did you know some of your beauty products can double as hair fixer-uppers in a pinch? Included are hair care tips and tricks to: Touch up roots Control stray hairs Increase manageability Hair care PRO TIP FOR QUICK AND EASY ROOT TOUCH-UPS:: We are proud to offer R+Co Bright Shadows Root Touch-Up Spray to help hide grays in between salon visits; however, if you're traveling or need to save space in your kit, you can always add a light dusting of brow powder to the roots. Seal in with a hair spray to keep it in place all day! PRO TIP FOR KEEPING STRAY HAIRS IN PLACE:  If you forgot your Dart Pomade Stick or can't seem to find your Jillian Dempsey Roadie Pomade in your bag, don't worry! It's not uncommon for folks to use their brow wax if it's just a few stray hairs you're hoping to tame. The secret to making this work is to apply only a small amount of pomade so that it doesn't appear heavy and wash it out once you no longer need to keep those fine hairs in place.  We've also had makeup artists tell us they'll use a little bit of kit staple Embryolisse Lait Creme Concentrate to tame frizzy hair for a quick photo op. Add a tiny amount between your palms and rub vigorously to evenly distribute the cream onto your hands, then lightly swipe across the surface of the hair to avoid putting too much into one area. PRO TIP TO INCREASE MANAGEABILITY WITHOUT WEIGHING DOWN HAIR: If you have fine hair and struggle with finding hair care products that don't weigh down your hair, we feel your pain! A quick and easy trick is to spritz a light mist of a styling wax spray onto your brush and lightly brush onto your hair with swift sweeping motions to ensure you don't concentrate the hair care product on any particular part of the hair shaft. Repeat this process until you achieve your desired amount of hold. Feeling Inspired? Check Out All Of Our Hair Styling Products to Get Camera Ready. That's it! That's our List of Best Hair Styling Products for styling your hair like a pro. If you're interested in more options, you can explore the entire selection of our professional-grade styling favorites! Are You Ready to Get Camera Ready with hair care? We're here to help YOU get camera ready in whatever way makes YOU feel confident and ready to take on the day! Go ahead and explore the hair care and hair styling products our I Am Camera Ready Pros use to get camera ready, or view our I Am Camera Reach Schedule of Events to learn more and to view our full schedule of events, giveaways, and more! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.