Bald is Beautiful

Gail Soifer's model in the wig challenge, Mary, has posted a video on YouTube in which she speaks about her alopecia and alternatives to wearing a wig.

BSG Interview with Gail Soifer

Gail wigged out a bit in the last episode...well, a wig got her cut from the competition. BSG recently asked her a few questions about the show and life as a stylist.

BSG: So what were those wigs you used in Episode 5 made from? Were they difficult to style?

GS: the wigs were made from human hair. they were very difficult to style because they were very thick and bulky. they were made to be kept long and for clients wanting very full hair styles, not those used to having little to no hair.

BSG: What was the best part of your experience on Shear Genius?

GS: the best part of the experience has been meeting the cast and judges. everyone comes from such diverse backgrounds and it is such a pleasure to learn from each of them.

Click here to read the rest of the interview.

Bravo Shear Genius Fan Challenge

Poll Results for Episode 5

Our poll results are in for Episode 5 and you told us your opinions. In our "Who Should Have Won" poll, you agreed with the judges and thought that Paulo did the best job with choosing and styling a wig for his client. In the "Who Should Have Been Cut" poll, you disagreed with the judges and thought that Nekisa should have made her final cut.

You can click on each of the pictures to see how you voted.

Nexxus Insider Tip

Shear Genius 2: Episode 5

“It Looks Like A Helmet”
Insider Tips for Getting the Winning Look

Nexxus® Salon Hair Care, makers of salon-proven and genius approved hair care products, is back as the stylists choice to win on the second season of BRAVO’s reality competition series, “Shear Genius.” Nexxus Editorial Director Roy Teeluck shows that with the right products and a few simple steps anyone can achieve genius, just-from-the-salon-style at home.

Recap of Show
A basket of flip-flops appeared in the Shear Genius house, clueing in stylists that this week’s short cut challenge wouldn’t be at the Nexxus salon. Instead they headed to the ocean, where guest judge Oscar Blandi explained the twist: styling hair after a day at the beach and without the luxury of a wash. To the delight of the stylists, the clients—male surfers—bound up the sand. But the difficulty of the challenge sunk in when they were given their only tools: shears, battery powered clippers and spray bottles. In the end, Oscar declared that Daniel and last week’s winner Glenn had fared the worst. Nicole won for transforming her client while maintaining a distinctively surfer look.

Back at the Nexxus salon, the elimination challenge had contestants using color and creative cutting to transform wigs for women suffering from Alopecia. Tears ensued. After a particularly strenuous styling session, the clients hit the runway. The judges loved Nicole’s bold, blonde spikes and Paulo’s natural-looking, youthful cut. He inched ahead of Nicole for his first win. Winners no longer get immunity, so next week no one is safe. Nekisa, Gail and Charlie rounded out the bottom. Although the judges weren’t impressed with Nekisa’s boxy ‘80s bangs and the fact that Charlie played it too safe, Gail was sent packing. Keeping with the tone of the episode, she received a particularly teary send-off. Even Jaclyn got a little misty-eyed!

This week’s “how to get the look” from Roy


When choosing a wig, make sure you choose a style that fits your personality. It’s important to remember that styling a wig is a “one time cut,” so go for a look that you can wear every day, and can also take from day to night.

• For additional lift, dampen the wig and add a volumizing root lifter, such as Nexxus Root Exxtend.
  
• Divide the wig into sections and blow-dry using a large, round brush to add body and volume.
  
• After blow drying, use a styling lotion like Nexxus VersaStyler to separate the layers and emphasize texture.
  
• To help set your style and maintain volume, spray entire head with a flexible, bodifying hairspray, such as Nexxus 360° Volume.

For more from Roy Teeluck and to learn about “Shear Genius Season 2,” visit www.nexxus.com

Recapalooza!

Eric 3000 remembers Persis Khambatta (who recognizes that name without looking it up? show of hands, geeks!)

Cliffdvr raises his hand high!

TLo wonders about all the crazy foreign accents.

Snicks gives guest judge Oscar Blandi "four out of five on the Rene Scale™."

Wonder what rating he'd give theminx's recap?

David Dust's Mom shows us where he gets his sense of humor.

and Kiss and Make-Up couldn't get an Aerosmith song out of her head during the Short Cut challenge.

Episode Five Recap

Here's a tearful recap of Episode 5 for your viewing enjoyment!

Gail Soifer's Exit Interview

Click here for more.

Poll - Episode 5 - Your Turn to Be the Judge

Top row: Charlie, Daniel, Dee, Gail. Row 2: Glenn, Nekisa, Nicole, Paulo

We saw the hair that the stylists created and now it is your turn to weigh in on the results. This week you get to be Jaclyn Smith, Kim Vo, Kelly Atterton, and Oscar Blandi.

The polls are closed. Click here to view the results.

BSG Love for Gail

Gail, we're very sorry to see you go so soon. But we know your youth and enthusiasm will take you far.

Note: Only positive comments on this post, please! Any other thoughts belong in our Reactions post here.