I appreciate all my loyal clients/friends and the patience you all have shown during the transition to the new online booking site. I am always looking for new ways to become more efficient and streamlined in my day-to-day operations, and I truly think that this system will just keep getting better.

Though there have been times that the product has not worked exactly according to plan and a couple of cases of my human error, we have all kept calm and carried on. It seems that perfection requires patience for all of us at times, and I could not be more grateful for your understanding.

Some great features of this new system are the appointment confirmation and reminders via email and text. Please note that if you think you booked an appointment online, but did not immediately receive an email with “New Appointment Notification” in the subject line, it means that your appointment was not booked. The system will “time out” if there is an extended delay in the booking process. If this happens, you should be able to log back in and schedule again. You will get an email as soon as your appointment is booked, then again as a reminder 48 hours in advance.

For those of you who haven’t tried booking an appointment online, I hope you do soon. As always, I hope you’re having a great hair day!

Sincerely,

Lindsay Steffe

You’ve seen it on the red carpet, and even for casual days out and about… celebrities are rocking this trend for day and night. There are even salons in West Hollywood that are offering “braiding bar” services!

You don’t have to be a celebrity to try this style today. There are videos all over the internet on braiding how-tos. My favorite (but also the most challenging) is the fishtail braid.

The best thing about braids is that the style can be imperfect and a bit undone and still be very chic. Fortunately this style tends to work best on those of us that are typically plagued with frizz in this terribly humid weather.

Try a braid today, and stay cool in this crazy summer heat!

It looks like spring is finally here – so temperatures are on the rise, and frizz is in the air. Take control of your locks and enjoy hassle free hair this season with a Brazilian Blowout!

Not to be confused with Brazilian Keratin, Japanese Thermal Straightening, Keratin Complex or a chemical relaxer Brazilian Blowout is a name brand and is the ONLY professional smoothing treatment that improves the health of the hair with No Damage! and No Harsh Chemicals! and is safe for all hair types – including hair that has been colored, permed, relaxed, highlighted or bleached.

The results are immediate and last up to 12 weeks with NO down time! You will have the ability to blow dry your hair in a fraction of the time you’re currently investing, and humidity, rain or sweat will no longer affect the longevity of your style.

We were overwhelmed with the positive response of our clients to the Introductory Offer we did in November. Clients could not say enough about how easy their lives became after having this treatment. If you kicked yourself all winter for missing out on the special, now is your time to act!

Schedule your Brazilian Blowout between now and Easter and get $50 off the regular price of $250 AND take 20% off the home maintenance products. You’ll thank us for it in May!

Fashion trends play starring roles when it comes to haircolor. Both Ashley Olsen and Jessica Biel made a splash recently when they ditched their basic blond strands in favor of sultry chocolate hues. These ladies have a penchant for constantly changing up their color; they’ve both been blonde, red, even neon, but the switch to these rich brunette shades reinforces the rule that this fall, the trend is all about going bold. Top editorial stylist Bradley Irion says to look to the fall runways and ad campaigns and you’ll find plenty of inspiration for updating your color from ho-hum to huh-mazing.

For fall, most top designers kept clothing simple, Bradley says. In general, they opted for classic, monochromatic color schemes distinct switch from summer’s brights and florals. Fashion-forward individuals will definitely embrace these new styles, so it’s up to you to ensure that your haircolor isn’t living in the past.

When it comes to blondes, “Stripy highlights are on their way out,” declares Bradley. A better strategy, he suggests, is to soften the base color and then add a few highlights using a very natural placement. With brunettes, A rich, solid brunette with integrity is my favorite shade for fall. Think rich, warm sable and dark milk chocolate, he advises. For redheads, avoid dusty-looking, flat color. “Redheads need to be fiery, shiny and rich this fall,” says Bradley.

Whatever your haircolor choice for the season, make it bold and keep it fresh!

Now through 2/28/2011, if you “check-in” at Alter Ego Hair Design on Facebook or Yelp you’ll receive 30% a single service during that visit. Book your appointments now to look great for the holidays, and remember to “check-in” when you get here!

Take advantage of our introductory pricing on the Brazilian Blowout – now through Thanksgiving!

This is the ONLY professional smoothing treatment that improves the health of the hair with No Damage! and No harsh chemicals!

Through the use of a Brazilian Super Nutrient Complex and a proprietary polymer system, the Brazilian Blowout actually improves the condition of the hair by creating a protective protein layer around the hair shaft to eliminate frizz and smooth the cuticle.

The end result is smooth, healthy, frizz-free hair with radiant shine! Wouldn’t you like to have effortlessly manageable locks and the freedom to blow dry your hair smooth and straight in a fraction of the time invested prior to receiving the treatment?

Results of the treatment last up to 12 weeks when maintained at home using Brazilian Blowout Acai Hair Care. This is an aftercare product regimen developed for the sole purpose of extending the life of the Brazilian Blowout treatment. The Acai hair care products infuse the hair with an exclusive blend of native smoothing and sealing properties incorporated into a proprietary Brazilian Super-Nutrient Complex. This complex allows for a continual and cumulative smoothing effect to occur while the hair is washed and styled in between professional treatments.

So here’s the deal: schedule your Brazilian Blowout treatment before Thanksgiving and take $75 off the regular price of $250 and get 25% off your home maintenance products!

This is a revolutionary treatment that is said to be “life changing.” Call today and save yourself the added stress of haircare this holiday season!

Watch the clip from VH1’s “The Fabulous Life” to see how the stars in Hollywood use Great Lengths Hair Extensions to change their looks.

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