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Spring Hair Care Routine

How To Update Your Spring Hair Care Routine

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Bonjour Dah-ling! What is that you associate with springtime? Fresh flowers and beautiful botanicals? Lighter, longer days filled with laughter, sunshine and a cheeky post-work cocktail with the girls? That…

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hair care tips for every season

How To Season Proof Your Hair

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BONJOUR DAH-LINGS Ah, Mother Nature! How we do love the Seasons you bring, especially when it means we get to switch up our wardrobe and change over our extensive shoe…

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hair spa treatment at home

Indulge in the Ultimate Hair Spa Treatment at Home

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Bonjour Dah-lings Fortune favors the brave my gorgeous Glamazons. Unless you give it a go and take the plunge to try out a new hair care range, you will be…

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Best Haircare Products

The Best Mini Haircare Products To Pack For A Weekend Away

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Bonjour Dah-lings Or should we say “bon voyage”! We’ve heard it on the grapevine that your bae has just gone and booked you a mini-break and now you’re all in…

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vegan hair care products

Why Going Green Is The Haute Couture Hair Scene

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Bonjour Dah-lings Or should we say, “top of the morning to you”? St Patrick’s Day is coming up and going green has never enjoyed more of an haute couture-scene. The…

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split ends

Your Split Ends Solution: How To Avoid Those Pesky Split Ends Without Losing Length?

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Bonjour Dah-lings, Let’s face it my lovelies, unless you are blessed with a mermaid-like head of hair that even a daily dose of sea salt can’t spoil, the rest of…

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Winter hair

How To Use Heat To Add Sizzle To Winter Styles

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Bonjour Dahlings Just when you thought it was safe to step away from the bobble hat and put static back in its tracks, winter reared its fearsome polar head once…

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perfect ponytail

How To Create The Perfect Ponytail

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BONJOUR DAH-LING! Thought that the ponytail was just for the gym? Think again. This is one hairstyle that can have you looking red carpet ready in real life. The perfect…

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how to avoid hat hair

How To Avoid Hat Hair

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BONJOUR DAH-LING! Whether you prefer a beret or a beanie, a bobble or a baseball, chances are that when winter hits, you grab for a hat to cover your mane…

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valentine's day

Love is in the Hair

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Love is in the air, romance is in bloom and pink is paramount. Welcome February 14th, a day marked by kisses, sweethearts and love, of course. This year, treat yourself…

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winter hair care

Banish Winter Hair Woes

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Bonjour dah-ling! The weather outside may be frightful but your hair doesn’t have to be! Sweater season doesn’t have to leave your locks looking sub-par. Read on for the remedy…

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bedtime beauty rituals

Bedtime Beauty Rituals

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Bonjour Dah-ling! Ahhh bedtime … the time of day to relax, unwind and hopefully wake up feeling restored and renewed. Just because nighttime is when your body is off the…

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Golden Globe Inspired Hair Goals

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Bonjour Dah-ling! The dresses, the makeup, the hair… Red carpet style is every fashionable girl’s goal, and the 76th Golden Globe Awards were no exception. Here are our top three…

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Sweaty Hair Help

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Bonjour dah-ling! The new year brings a fresh, new opportunity to look and feel your best. For many people, this means getting back into a fitness routine to drop some…

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Your Guide To Holiday Gift Sets: Part 2

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Bonjour Dah-ling!   The holidays are upon us and with all the work parties and happy hours planned, a bad hair day is just not an option. While we’ve already…

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Liquid Complex Culture Explained

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Bonjour Dah-ling!   At Number 4, we believe that high quality ingredients produce high quality hair. But, what is considered “high quality”, and how do we achieve it in our…

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Your Guide To Holiday Hair Gift Sets

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Bonjour Dah-ling!   We believe there are two things that should always be taken seriously during the holidays: gift giving and good hair. This time of year calls for all…

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Holiday Ready Hair

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Bonjour Dah-ling!   The holidays are a season of their own, and when it comes to outfits and hair, it’s a season only rivaled by Hollywood award shows. It’s party…

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These Hairstyles Are Secretly Damaging Your Hair

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Bonjour Dah-ling!   When you think about the things that damage your precious locks, the first thing that usually comes to mind is hot tools. Whether it is blow drying,…

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The Secret To Shiny Strands

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Bonjour Dah-ling!   As we head into the holiday season our schedules get busier, the weather gets drier, and our hair suffers the consequences. Of course we all want to…

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A Man’s Guide To Number 4 Hair Care

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Bonjour Dah-ling!   When it comes to getting ready, we can all agree that men just have it easier. They can roll out of bed and be ready for the…

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Smooth Moves: Simple Steps to Fight Frizz

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Bonjour Dah-ling!     Nothing feels better than waking up with a naturally smooth mane. But for many hair types – and in many climates – mornings are spent taming…

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How to Get Hot Hair For Halloween

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Bonjour Dah-ling!   Of all the holidays in the year, we love Halloween a little extra. Other than the endless amounts of candy that are leftover after All Hallow’s Eve,…

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5 Minute Hairstyles for Rushed Mornings

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Bonjour Dah-ling!   There’s nothing worse than the sound of that alarm in the morning, pulling you out of sweet slumber and back to reality. When you can’t resist hitting…

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How To Hydrate Your Hair For Autumn

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Bonjour dah-lings!   Many of us are fondly bidding goodbye to summertime humidity (so long, frizz!), but the change in the air brings a whole new set of hair challenges.…

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Fall in Love with Autumn 2018’s New Hair Trends with Laid Back Style

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Bonjour dah-ling!   It’s time to put away the bathing suits and bring out the cozy sweaters… because fall is here! The leaves are changing, and so is your look.…

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How Healthy Is Your Hair?

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Bonjour Dah-ling!   Straightening, blow drying, bleaching- oh my! Yes, we’re guilty – but sometimes when the natural flow just isn’t cutting it, we can’t resist. You, too? Real talk:…

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Tangled Hair? We Think Knot.

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Bonjour Dah-lings!   Yes, it’s the part of our hair care routine we all dread… brushing out those stubborn knots. We can’t seem to avoid them – especially our long-haired…

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New Season, New Hair

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Bonjour Dah-lings! Summer is slipping away and as our tan lines and beachy waves fade, we can’t help but think that a change in the air might signal a good…

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Part Ways With Your Frays: A Guide to Avoiding Split Ends

 Part Ways With Your Frays: A Guide to Avoiding Split Ends 1024 684 Number 4 High Performance Hair Care

Bonjour Dah-ling! Split ends… are they just a fact of life when hair gets past a certain length? No! Lifeless, dull hair does not match your style, dah-ling! It’s time…

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The Hat-Friendly Hair Guide

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Bonjour Dah-ling! Let’s be honest, most of us don’t think about wearing a hat until we really need it. And for a good reason! Hats can be a tricky accessory.…

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The Mane Debate: Curly or Straight?

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Bonjour dah-ling! Is it just us, or is it kind of a given that if you have curly hair, you wish you had straight hair, and vice versa? Call it…

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Tips to Manage Hair in Humid Weather

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Bonjour Dah-ling! High-moisture air in the summertime can mean trouble for any hair type. Frizziness and fly aways have a way of wreaking havoc on up-dos and blowouts. Lucky for…

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Summer Hair Detox

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Bonjour Dah-ling! As much as we hate to admit it, summer is coming to an end and our bodies aren’t the only thing needing a detox. A season full of…

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Summer Bride Guide: Hair Edition

 Summer Bride Guide: Hair Edition 507 613 Number 4 High Performance Hair Care

Bonjour Dah-ling, It doesn’t get any more beautiful than an outdoor, summer affair. But, when it comes to bridal style and hair, the sweltering heat poses quite the challenge. Have…

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Number 4 Fringe Favorites

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Bonjour dah-ling! As a new season approaches, many of us feel the need to update our look. While color and extensions can definitely give you that fresh, updated ‘do, the…

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Summer Wedding Hairstyles

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Bonjour dah-ling! Summer is officially here; and it seems like everyone around us is tying the knot this season. While you’re busy figuring out how you’re going to manage attending…

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The ‘do That Ruled the MTV Awards

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Bonjour dah-ling! It’s that time of the year – where MTV highlights achievements in film and television with the ever so iconic popcorn-trophy awards. Our favorite part? The red carpet,…

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Simple Ways to Prevent Tangles

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Bonjour Dah-ling! It’s no secret that dealing with hair tangles and knots is an absolute pain. Whether you have short or long hair, tangles seem always to find their way…

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Help Your Hair Beat the Summer Heat

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Bonjour Dah-ling! When it comes to your precious tresses, the summer heat and sun can be your best friend or your worst enemy. Without the right protection, your locks can…

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Gluten, Paraben and Sulfate Free Explained

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Bonjour Dah-ling!   Here at Number 4, we believe that doing the right thing never goes out of style. That’s why all of our products are Gluten, Paraben and Sulfate…

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A Guide to Fabulous Post-Workout Hair

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  Bonjour Dah-lings! Any savvy woman knows that part of feeling your best is taking care of yourself. But you shouldn’t have to sacrifice good hair for a fit physique.…

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How to Achieve Beachy Hair Waves

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Photo Credit: @lwisehairmarvel Bonjour Dah-lings! Summer season is almost here. Bust out the bikinis, sunscreen and those oh-so-carefree beach-inspired hair waves. Whether you’re in the office, at a BBQ or…

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How to Have an At-Home Spa Day

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Photo Credit: GraceandStella Bonjour, dah-lings! We’ve all been there. You’ve had a stressful workweek and all you want to do is indulge in a soothing spa day (and maybe a…

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Trending Now: Gem Roots

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Bonjour Dah-lings! Photo Courtesy of @chitabeseau There’s a new trend in town and it’s as colorful as ever! Ladies and gentlemen, meet gem roots – the playful pastel color trend…

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How To Rock a Pixie

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Bonjour Dah-lings! A pixie cut takes courage. Perhaps that’s why it’s the ultimate cool-girl hairstyle it’s playful, edgy, and femininely funky. Not to mention, a breath of fresh (h)air from Hollywood’s obsession…

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Festival Season Ready

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Daylight savings time. Taxes. Coachella. Years come and go, but these three things are certain. In just a few short days, our Instagram feeds will be overflowing with the colorful…

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The Importance of Moisturizing

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Bonjour Dah-lings! Photo Courtesy of @koffeebod Touchably soft, smooth skin is always in, no matter what the season. All it takes is the right lotion, a dedicated approach to application,…

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Celebrity Hair Changes We Love 2018

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Bonjour Dah-lings! Hair today, gone tomorrow. With new hair comes new opportunities and no one knows that better than Hollywood’s leading ladies. In these early days of Spring, we have…

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hair gloss, shiny hair

What’s the Deal with Hair Glossing?

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Bonjour Dah-ling! Photo Courtesy of @lexienoelbeauty What if we told you there were a simple solution to your hair color woes? Yes, seriously! Hair looking brassy and dry? Wish your…

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Fringe Bangs, Bangs

Best Bangs for Your Face Shape

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Bonjour Dah-lings! There’s nothing like fringe to give you that new hair feeling you’re craving. It’s totally chic, revamps your whole look, and only takes a few snips. But before…

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How to Really Style Every Kind of Curly Hair

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Bonjour Dah-lings! Hair product is key for anyone crowned with curls. And for many, one product is not enough; most women require a cocktail of products to perfect their style…

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The Rose Quartz Hair Trend

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Bonjour Dah-lings! Photo Courtesy of @holleighz Sometimes the names that come with hair color trends are just as fabulous as the colors themselves (who could forget tiger eye, blorange, or…

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Get the Look: Kesha’s Grammy Award Winning Waves

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Bonjour Dah-lings! If the Grammy’s had a motto, it would certainly be “Go big or go home.” From the attire to the hair and everything in between, this red carpet…

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Winter Wedding Hairstyles

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Bonjour Dah-lings! Photo Courtesy of @benjhaisch When it comes to getting married, June and September often steal the seasonal spotlight…but not so fast. Picturesque snowy backdrops, faux fur coats, and…

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What’s the Deal with Thermal Spray?

 What’s the Deal with Thermal Spray? 596 593 Number 4 High Performance Hair Care

Bonjour Dah-lings! If you’re anything like us, you don’t exactly roll out of bed with picture perfect hair (and if you do, we’re officially jealous). So to put your best…

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The Beginner’s Guide to Thin Hair

 The Beginner’s Guide to Thin Hair 591 593 Number 4 High Performance Hair Care

Bonjour Dah-lings! We’re the first to admit we enjoy the finer things in life – that is, until it comes to our mane. Maximizing the look of fine hair is…

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Winter is Coming: Surviving the Season with Healthy Hair

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Bonjour Dah-ling! Winter can be a stressful time of year. Never mind the increase in your heating bill or impending overhaul of your skin care regime – your strands take…

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DIY Bridal Hair Tips

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                        Photo Courtesy of @wonderpinstudio Bonjour Dah-ling! The choice of flowers, the organization of the seating chart, the shape…

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Fall 2017 Hair Trends

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The Fall season calls for so much more than a change in weather…it calls for a beauty routine refresh. It’s time to swap out your pastel polishes for more moody…

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Halloween Hair, Safety Pin Braids

Halloween Hair

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  Bonjour Dah-ling! This Halloween let your hair do the talking. This is the one time of year when your beauty imagination can roam completely wild. That’s because a truly…

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Hair Spray 101: A Lesson in Hold

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Bonjour Dah-ling! Just like finding the perfect pair of jeans, your hairspray needs can vary by every hair type, occasion, and event! And just like a great pair of jeans,…

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The Beginner’s Guide to Thick Hair

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  Bonjour Dah-lings!                            Photo Courtesy of @kirstenzellers Our fine-haired sisters think we’ve got it easy, but the…

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Emmy Awards 2017: Hair Edition

 Emmy Awards 2017: Hair Edition 474 593 Number 4 High Performance Hair Care

Bonjour Dah-ling! If there was one trend that dominated the Emmy red carpet this year it was the wet-hair look. And it should come as no surprise, as this not-yet-fully-dry…

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How to Recover from a Hair Hangover

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  Bonjour Dah-lings! Photo Courtesy of @hershesons So you took to the town, kicked up your heels, let your hair down and suddenly it’s the morning after and you’ve awoken…

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How to Brush Your Hair the Right Way

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Bonjour Dah-ling! Knots and tangles and snags, oh my! You might be saying to yourself, “How complicated can brushing your hair really be? Pick up brush, comb it through hair,…

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MTV Video Music Awards 2017: Hair Edition

 MTV Video Music Awards 2017: Hair Edition 595 589 Number 4 High Performance Hair Care

Bonjour Dah-lings! When it comes to award shows, it’s hard to outdo the MTV Video Music Awards. Who can forget Lil Kim’s 1999 purple wig or Lady Gaga’s infamous meat…

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Clarifying Shampoo

What’s the Deal with Clarifying Shampoo?

 What’s the Deal with Clarifying Shampoo? 527 591 Number 4 High Performance Hair Care

Bonjour Dah-lings! Nothing puts a damper on your plans like greasy, gunky strands. You know, the kind that won’t blow dry, can’t be styled and isn’t curable with even your…

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Celeb Hair Changes We Love: Summer 2017

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Bonjour Dah-ling! Hair today, gone tomorrow! That seems to be the go-to motto of Hollywood’s leading ladies. Hey, we get it. There’s no better way to reinvent yourself your self…

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5 Tips For A Better Blowout

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Bonjour Dah-ling! It’s hard to beat the feeling you get when you walk out of the salon with a fresh blowout. But unfortunately for us, not everyday can be a…

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wet hair, wet hair tricks

The Right Way to Sleep with Wet Hair

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  Bonjour Dah-ling! Sleeping on wet hair can often feel like a twisted game of beauty Russian roulette…you never know what you’re going to wake up to. If you shower…

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What’s the Deal with Texture Pastes?

 What’s the Deal with Texture Pastes? 590 581 Number 4 High Performance Hair Care

Bonjour Dah-lings! Photo Courtesy of @xandervintage In case you haven’t noticed, texture is taking over. And while spray formulas get a lot of attention, there’s an entirely different genre of product…

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Travel Hair products, travel hair tips

A Traveler’s Must-Have Mini Products

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Bonjour Dah-ling! There are few things in life that we despise more than packing. And when confined to a carry-on, choosing what can go and what must stay can feel…

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Beachy Waves In Under Ten Minutes!

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It’s not everyday we describe a style as both trendy and timeless, but in the case of beachy waves, we’re making an exception! The romantic, boho beauty of this style…

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FiFi on the Fly: Maintaining My Mane in Miami

 FiFi on the Fly: Maintaining My Mane in Miami 315 450 Number 4 High Performance Hair Care

Bienvenidos from Miami! What I love most about this fabulous Florida hotspot is its ability to blend relaxed beach culture with cutting edge fashion, art, and style! This means I…

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Vanity Fair

Vanity Fair Italy

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adobe acrobat download Check out our latest press mention in Vanity Fair Italy where N4 Ambassador, Frankie Payne, styled a messy bun look for the article, “Wisteria Lane.”

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Bret Easton Ellis

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Author of seven best-selling books including American Psycho, The Rules of Attraction, and Less Than Zero, stylist Karoliina Kangas created the look for American writer, Bret Easton Ellis, by using…

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Stellar

It’s A Stellar Revolution

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Stylist Tetsuya Yamakata used Number 4 Hair Care to create the look for model Shelly Zander in Elle Magazine's June article, “Stellar Revolution.” Step 1 Tetsuya applied Blow Dry Lotion…

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N4 hair

As Mentioned in Modern Salon

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“8 Hair cuts for Male Clients: Hard Parts, Undercuts, and Volume” Check out our latest press mention of Number 4 and Steve Elias on Modern Salon! This season, disheveled hair…

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Women's Health

"Tiny Tweaks, Big Results"

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Check out the latest mention of our Texture Styling Creme online at Women’s Health! Your beauty routine is like your workout: you have to change things up from time to…

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