HANA Air Review

          Having bangs, I am cursed with having to style my hair everyday in order to get it to look how I want it to. For years, I have been using blow dryers and hair straighteners that leave my hair frayed and heat damaged. I have never been an expert in hair care and I don’t use many products. Whenever I attempted to research more about things I could do to hinder the deterioration of my hair follicles, I was always overwhelmed by so many different products! Eventually, I just gave up.
  I was given the opportunity to review the new HANA Air Premiere Hair Dryer and I must admit it is the perfect product for those who use heat based styling products but are worried about ruining their hair. The hair dryer has been specifically designed with ion technology that reduces damage and encourages silky, healthy hair. Not only that, but it’s surprisingly stylish and has a durable design. 
  After about four days of using the HANA hair dryer, I've noticed a significant difference. Not only does my hair feel silky and easier to style, it doesn't feel dry like it would if it was being scourged by heat. In addition to the blow dryer, I was also fortunate enough to receive two bottles of HANA Shine Shield Thermal Protectant. It’s a leave in treatment that is supposed to protect your hair from exposure to heat. All you have to do is get a small amount and massage it into the areas where you style your hair with heat (for me, it’s my fringe bangs) regardless if it’s wet or dry. After using the Shine Shield, I noticed how it made my hair a lot softer when I styled it. 
  The HANA Air has two adjustable fan speeds, three heat options, is environmentally safe, and guarantees a two-year-warranty. For both 2010 and 2011, it was voted the Premier Hair Dryer and is a popular product amongst Misikko customers. Indeed it is the best professional blow dryer I have had the opportunity to try. The original price for this hair dryer is $314.99 but on the Misikko website, it’s on sale for $194.99. While this price might be too expensive for some, one must decide on what beauty products they wish to invest in. I personally think a price like that is worth it if you value the health of your hair as well as product quality. I would definitely recommend the HANA Air for those who style their hair on a daily basis like myself. Misikko even guarantees free shipping on the day it’s ordered if you purchase it online. 
  Overall, I am sincerely impressed with the results of my test. I hope that this review aids you in your quest in searching for the perfect hair dryer (if you’re looking of course) and I encourage those to research the HANA Air (or Misikko’s other products) if you’re interested! 

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White Cliffs of Dover

If you have been a long time reader of my blog, you might remember my friend Kalaija and the photo adventures I had with her last summer. Well, she's visiting again for ten days and is arriving tomorrow! Could you even imagine reader the happiness that vibrates in my chest? For once, I am without words. Between my ribs lies infinite rays of sunshine and wreathes of roses tied with ribbons. I have experienced so much joy ever since summer began and my best friend's arrival makes this vacation even more beautiful. To refresh your memory, here are some pictures of Kalaija (and our summertime adventures!)

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Femme; Summer 2011

The Summer 2011 issue of Femme is finally here!

This issue is more about establishing the foundation of what Femme represents. There are beautiful editorials by Katie Eleanor and Marina Barnato, fashion collages, interviews with Israeli fashion designer Mirit Weinstock and cake designer Jenny, art and writing from our readers, and thought-provoking articles. Happy summer!

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Middle Earth Midnight Madness

I am officially the ultimate nerd. On Monday, I attended an event celebrating the release of the Lord of the Rings trilogy on Blu Ray. It was called Middle Earth Midnight Madness and it was somewhere in West Los Angeles. My two friends (Olivia, the blonde and Alyssa, the brunette) and their horse trainer Jennifer (other blonde) all arrived there around nine in the morning because the first 150 people to show up would get a wrist band and would be able to meet some of the cast members. Unfortunately, not a lot of people showed up but we were still third in line to meet John Noble (plays Denethor) and Sala Baker (plays a few orcs and Sauron). There was a contest contest in which my Olivia and Jennifer entered and Alyssa and I got to wear two exhibition costumes and present them on stage. Unfortunately, my dress was extremely unflattering since it didn't fit me haha but it was still fun none the less! It was in the parking lot of Best Buy and people were just staring at everyone dressed up as Lord of the Rings characters. We stayed there for about fifteen hours, hence why we are wearing mustaches. After we got our wrist bands, we just drove around L.A. looking for things to entertain us and pass the time. Once we got our LOTR books signed, went home and passed out. The next day, we went to a special showing of the extended version of Return of the King. It was fantastic! And Jen, Alyssa, and Olivia all dressed up (pictures at the very end) as Eowyn for the event!

God, my life is amazing.