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Shear Genius 2: Episode 9

“Seeing Double”
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

Stakes were high at this week’s short cut challenge, with the winner guaranteed a spot in the finale. Jaclyn's own stylist Jose Eber joined the contestants to judge their ability to successfully consult with their clients and give them a style that represents their own character. The challenge grew more laborious midway through when each stylist realized that their clients each had an identical twin who also needed a unique cut. For highlighting her client’s personalities with unique colors and shapes for each twin, Nicole received immunity from elimination.

For the first time this season, that elimination challenge did not culminate in a hair show. The contestants had to style for a photo shoot by fashion photographer Michael Grecco, each of them conceptualizing and executing an avant-garde look inspired by one of the four seasons. The challenge demanded they be on set throughout the shoot, working with the hair as the photographer requested. Charlie was praised by the judges for his style's impeccable shape, and he won for the fourth time this season. No one was quite as thrilled with Dee or Daniel’s work, but it was Daniel’s misuse of product and failure to style hair with the camera in mind that lost him his seat in the final three.

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

Avant-garde hairstyles are great for photo shoots and the runway, but don’t always translate to everyday. For a more wearable look that’s still edgy, try a tousled approach with a few fun accessories.

• Shampoo and condition with products that help to boost volume. Try Nexxus Nexxus Diametress Shampoo and Nexxus Sublime Volume Conditioner.
  
• To hold and maintain curl, apply Nexxus Alluring Curls to wet hair. Wrap different sized sections of hair around Velcro rollers to create a unique texture.
  
• Apply heat with a blow-dryer until hair is dry. Allow locks to cool and remove rollers.
  
• Use a curling iron randomly all over head to add in a few defined curls.
  
• Take various sized sections of hair and pin on top of head with bobbi pins. Don’t worry if your updo is not “perfect.” The beauty in this look actually comes from the quirky mistakes.
  
• Go back through hair and pull out few tendrils for added softness and dimension.
  
• Spray with a light hold hair spray, like Nexxus Comb Thru, to help maintain the structure of the style.
  
• Insert a flirty accessory, like a fresh flower, and your look is complete.

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

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Shear Genius 2: Episode 8

“Surprise!”
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

“American Idol” stylist Dean Banowetz joined the five remaining contestants for this week’s short cut challenge. Among the likes of Ryan Seacrest and Sanjaya, he also styles his 75 nieces and nephews—which helped him judge how well the stylists performed with their first grade clientele. They each had thirty minutes to cut and style the hair of a very particular and adorable six-year-old. Banowetz approved of most everyone but was a little concerned with Paulo’s unstable curls and Dee’s sloppy bangs. Daniel won for giving his client exactly what she wanted, a youthful version of Jaclyn’s long, brown curls.

At the elimination, the stylists were delighted to be joined by their family members acting as clients. Daniel’s earlier win gave him the advantage of matching up the group’s mothers, sisters and cousins with the stylists to give each woman a new look. The stylists tried hard to focus on their clients while keeping an eye on what was happening to their loved ones’ hair. Dee, Charlie and Daniel made up the top three, and Charlie was announced the winner for giving Daniel’s mom a short, blonde Sharon Stone look. Nicole and Paulo were the judges’ least favorite, and Paulo was sent home. The judges felt they’d seen this choppy cut from him one too many times, and since it really didn’t work with his client’s hair texture, his time was up.

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


Don’t get stuck in a mom-hair rut! Sometimes a bit of color and a new shape can make a big difference.

• Shampoo and condition with products that will protect color, while enhancing and maintaining shine. Try Nexxus Color Assure Shampoo and Nexxus Color Ensure Conditioner.
  
• To add body, apply a volumizing styler, like Nexxus Root Exxtend, directly to the roots to create lift.
  
• Use a blow-dryer and small barrel round brush to dry hair completely and create a shape that frames the face.
  
• To emphasize texture, apply Nexxus VersaStyler all over your locks, and finger through to separate and mold the look.
  
• Finish by spraying entire head with a lightweight hairspray, like Nexxus 360° Volume.

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

Tune in to see Nexxus and Roy Teeluck on Wednesdays at 10 p.m. EST on BRAVO.

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Shear Genius 2: Episode 7

“Every Dog Has Its Day”
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

During this week’s shortcut challenge, contestants weren’t allowed to use their much-loved hairspray or any conventional product when styling their clients’ hair. “Kitchen beautician” Robert Hallowell joined them with a table full of food and other organics that they had to use instead. Stylists applied molasses, salt, eggs, peanut butter and mustard to sculpt and style some extreme looks, and Robert rewarded Paulo for making the best use of the unconventional products. Nicole was his least favorite for lacking any confidence in her shapeless ‘do.

The contestants then met up with a group of canine clients in the park, where they found out that dog grooming was the task of the day. They had to style their new four-legged friends and give each dog’s owner a coordinating look. Daniel and Dee scored highest, with Dee’s perfect match between dog and owner leaving no question about her style’s inspiration. Charlie, Nekisa and Paulo didn’t fare as well. Charlie was scolded for not taking an interest in the challenge, but it was Nekisa who got the boot after hovering near the bottom for several weeks. No one saw a connection between the dog and its owner.

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

A dog is a woman’s best friend! For a pooch inspired look that pops, don’t try for a literal take on your doggie’s duds. Instead, take one key feature and play on that.

• Shampoo and condition with strengthening products that will provide extra nutrients and sheen. Try Nexxus Botanoil Shampoo and Nexxus KERApHIX Conditioner.
• For added texture on fine hair, apply Nexxus VersaStyler all over locks. Use a blow-dryer and large round brush to dry hair completely.
• Apply a sculpting gel, like Nexxus Exxtra Gel, to the top-back section of hair to add spiky texture and definition.
• Finish look by spraying entire head with a strong-hold hairspray, like Nexxus Maxximum.

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

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Shear Genius 2: Episode 6

“Hair from Heaven”
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

This week Kim Vo joined the stylists for their short cut challenge, which was all about color. Each contestant was paired with a client who was looking for a dramatic new style. Each new look was then judged by how extreme of a transformation it was. After a generous four-hour window, Kim surveyed the vibrant ‘dos. Paulo and Nekisa came up short for not showing any dramatic difference, while Dee and Charlie were praised for their dynamic use of color. Charlie won immunity in the elimination for once again pushing the envelope. Instead of competing in the final challenge, he supervised the partnered stylists.

In the elimination challenge the stylists were assigned to work in pairs. Each duo was charged with styling three women to look like one of each of the original Charlie’s Angels. Stylists needed to reinvent the ‘70s looks of host Jaclyn Smith, Farrah Fawcett and guest judge Kate Jackson. The judges weren’t pleased with the outcome. After short deliberation, they decided there was no winner for this week. None of the clients looked edgy, daring or fresh. Glenn and Nekisa fared the worst in the judges’ eyes, but it was Glenn’s stiff, matronly take on Jaclyn’s look that sent her packing.

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

Sometimes you really can’t improve on the original! For a modern take on this angel’s heavenly look, make sure you build body and movement into your style.

• Start style in the shower with a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner. Try Nexxus Therappe and Nexxus Humectress for added shine.
  
• Apply a body boosting mousse, like Nexxus Mousse Plus all over.
  
• Create a center part and blow-dry hair using a large, round brush to help add volume and movement. Curl the ends around the brush and hold the dryer over top for a few seconds; this will help set the wave.
  
• After blow drying, flip hair upside down and tousle locks with your fingers to help separate and loosen the structure of your style.
  
• Finish look by spraying entire head with a light-hold hairspray, like Nexxus 360˚ Volume.

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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

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Shear Genius 2: Episode 4
Do It Yourself

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 just-from-the-salon-style at home.

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