Hot Holiday Polishes

It's party time! You've got the dress, the hot hairstyle and the perfect makeup look—now all you need is a manicure worthy of your sexy style. Check out our picks for the best fun and festive polishes to complete your party look.

Try CND Effects in Scarlet Shimmer.  Layer this shimmery clear top coat over a metallic gold polish to create a fiery effect. The clear polish is infused with vibrant red shimmer flecks that add warmth and depth to the gold polish. Apply it alone to add a subtle scarlet flash to your nails.

Try the new sparkles from the OPI Burlesque Collection.  One stand out from this collection is Ali’s Big Break it is a jelly based candy apple with flecks of gold micro-glitter.  In the bottleit looks to be some sort of duo-chrome but on the nail it’s more like a piece of lucite with flecks of gold leaf trapped inside

Rising Star is a burnished copper foil metallic from this OPI Burlesque collection.  So many brands are coming out with more foils as opposed to traditional metallics which aren’t as user friendly.  The color is not what is traditionally thought of as copper but it’s not quite gold or bronze. 

Want perfect nails to see you from Christmas to New Years?  Then you want a Shella Manicure!  Want to get a pedicure but don't want to trudge out into the cold or snow with flip flops?  Then you want a Shella Pedicure?  Why you ask?  Because you can put your boots on right after you get your Shellac Pedicure and head back outside with NO SMUDGES!   How great is that?

Shellac™ truly is a hybrid of traditional nail polish and UV gel polish. Unlike soak-off gels it comes in a polish bottle and unlike traditional polish it cures/dries under a UV lamp. Though what I really liked is there is NO BUFFING. There is absolutely no damage to the natural nail in the process. So how does it work?

Shellac paints on like polish – base coat, color, top coat – and is cured in a UV light so there is zero dry time. The colors are hypo-allergenic, and “3-Free” – no formaldehyde, toluene or DBP. Shellac will launch in a range of 12 varieties of shades, from pretty French pinks and whites, to siren red and rich darks. The formula is thin and flexible like polish, so it not only looks natural, it provides strong natural nail protection with a resilient mirror finish that resists dullness and chipping, even during the most rigorous activities. 

And now we also have more color options with the introduction of Gelish gel polish we have an additonal 48 color ranges.

Want a fun pattern without the polish?  How about getting Minxed for the Holidays?  We have a large selection of patterns to choose from. 

How Does Minx Work?If you think Minx nails are similar to the store-bought Avon and Incoco nail stickers found in the beauty aisle of your local Target or CVS, guess again. What makes Minx different from such low-budget versions is the specialized material and adhesive. A flexible polymer that is heated and then applied to your nails like a sticker, Minx Nails are a mess-free, green alternative to sticky nail polishes and topcoats and applied acrylic tips.

When performed at Bella Toccare de Spa and Salon, a basic manicure is performed before application where the nail plate is cleaned of all oils and residue. Afterwards, the coatings are heated under a lamp in order to warm the adhesive and make each individual piece flexible. Your Bella Toccare Minx nail technician will then line up the rounded edge of the adhesive with the cuticle and, while lightly dragging, press the coating onto the nail. Viola! Simple as that!

Ready to get your nails party ready? Call and let us help 440-526-3090!!

Destress this Holiday Season with Beauty on Demand

The Holidays can be stressful.  Stop and take a moment for yourself.

Enjoy one of these 15 minute Beauty on Demand services below - you deserve it!!

5 Holiday Hairstyle Must-Haves!

'Tis the season to look festive, and with all those fun fêtes coming up, you've probably got a lot of heat styling on your holiday agenda. We asked our pros at Bella Toccare de Spa and Salon to tell us which hair accessories and styling products can take a hairstyle from fair to fab. We'll tell you which tools are a must this season!

Here we have the five hair care essentials that will help you survive the holidays and get party perfect hair.  

#1  -   The secret to healthy-looking sexy locks is shine. To get long lasting shine we LOVE Brilliant Spray on Shine!  It provides a sheer mist of pure shine and vitamin E to finished hair styles. Also helps eliminate flyaways. We recommend spraying a sheer mist of Brilliant™ Spray-On Shine over your finished style to create a smooth finish and incredible shine.  Apply to dry hair prior to using a flat iron for a smooth, sleek finish with shine.

#2  -  Pretty Pin-ups - If you were trapped on an island and allowed one hair accessory it should be the bobby pin. Just two of these guys can transform blah hair into a gorgeous party-ready do. These gold-plated Sylvia Benson Bobby Pins are perfect for a half-up 'do.

#3  -  The Volumizer -  This holiday season is all about the bounce! It's common knowledge that volumizing shampoos and conditioners will help increase bounce. Try our Pure abundance shampoo and conditioner. Then use our Hair Potion to add volume and drama.  This innovative formula transforms in your hands—from a powder to a light, absorbent lotion*—then makes magic in your hair, increasing its diameter and creating an abundance of texture and volume.  Finish your style with our Pure Abundance volumizing hair spray.  Holding bottle 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) from head, pump to dispense. Layer more as needed.
 

#4  -  Smooth Operator -  Sometimes a girl just needs a little help. At a minuscule 6.5 inches, a Mini Flat-Iron provides portability, making it the perfect party companion. these amazingly smooth, corrosion-resistant titanium plates offer better results in less time. Plus it helps prevent frizz and damage.

#5  -  Keep It Together - Hairspray should be light and airy but still keep the flyaways at bay. Aveda's Air Control is a non-sticky, shine and volume enhancing hairspray it is like fairy dust in a bottle. So take hold of innovation: with a flexible, lasting hold hair spray—for all hair types—that has a net-zero impact* on the Earth's climate. 

 Using hairspray is essential when battling winter winds to make sure hair stays maintained and in place.

Want help with your upcoming holiday styles?  Give us a call and schedule a formal style for that upcoming Christmas or Holiday party 440-526-3090

 

The Holidays are here - think Eggnog with a hint of vanilla

The Holidays are here - Think Eggnog with a hint of Vanilla

Add our monthly manicure and pedicure special onto to any one of our manicures and pedicures for just $5!  What do you get? you'll enjoy our new "Me Bath" Love me Vanilla bath ball plus you'll get our Intensive hydrating masque with a hint of Vanilla, and our hydrating lotion with a touch of vanilla.  All this while enjoying a glass of eggnog.*

*Manicure add on $5        Pedicure add on $5  

Botanical Skin Resurfacing Facial

“Turning the clock back, years at a time.”

Aveda’s innovative alternative to microdermabrasion. Our hands-on approach—and the power of tourmaline—smooths skin texture, reduces the appearance of fine lines, and diminishes pore size while significantly increasing radiance. Giving you glowing results comparable to salon microdermabrasion—but with less irritation and inflammation. Experience radiant skin in just one hour with our smoothing, personalized facial powered by the energy of tourmaline. This non-invasive treatment balances skin’s nature – and your spirits – with formulas containing marine and plant extracts and powerful antioxidants that infuse visible life into skin – so it glows. All achievable with Aveda professional formulas, techniques, rituals and aromas.

Experience the Energy of Tourmaline Combined with a Therapist’s Touch for Glowing Results—

Bella Toccare de Spa and Salon takes skin exfoliation to the next level with Aveda’s Tourmaline Botanical Skin Resurfacing facial treatment—a hands-on alternative to aggressive skin treatments that elicits a radiant complexion without any associated side effects, such as redness and irritation. With this treatment, skin is polished and refined and infused with radiance—thanks to a line of plant-based skincare products powered by the energizing mineral, tourmaline. When combined with the de-stressing benefits of a therapist’s touch, this approach removes dulling and pore-clogging skin cells and helps restore healthy skin functioning for long-term radiant skin. For optimum results, a series of 6 or more treatments is recommended.


Aveda believes that increased radiance is possible for all complexions—at any age—by helping skin to recover from stress, environmental factors, diet and even improper use of aggressive skincare products. At the root of Aveda’s philosophy, Elemental Nature, is the idea that each person responds differently to life stress and will have different skin symptoms, such as breakouts, pre-mature wrinkles or sensitivities. Like the five elements found in nature—infinity (space,) air, fire, water and earth—our skin is make up of various qualities that are always changing and seeking to find balance. By using the ideas found in ancient healing wisdoms—Ayurvedic, Chinese, Native American—we can customize each facial treatment to help restore healthy skin balance.



Botanical Skin Resurfacing uses aroma, breath and touch along with specialized product ingredients to exfoliate and renew skin. To begin, the therapist determines a guest’s Elemental Nature by analyzing skin and lifestyle to find out which elements, or qualities, are most out of balance, then tailors a customized facial that will create immediate radiant results.

In clinical tests, Aveda’s Tourmaline Botanical Skin Resurfacing treatment was found to enhance skin’s natural renewal process, revealing visible results instantly: up to 24% improvement in overall radiance, up to 39% improvement in clarity, up to 28% improvement in smoothness, and up to 29% reduction in the appearance of pores. “All this without the side effects that can be caused by more aggressive treatments,” says Melissa Christenson, Executive Director, Global Skincare and Spa Marketing for Aveda. “In an increasingly toxic world, one of the most important functions of the skin is barrier protection. Now, Aveda provides a holistic treatment approach that effectively jump-starts a radiant glow, while protecting and supporting the integrity and renewal of this vital organ.”

Now, Aveda extends this naturally energizing mineral to a collection of professional skincare products created specifically for the salon/spa environment: Tourmaline Charged Radiant Skin Refiner, Tourmaline Charged Radiance Masque and Tourmaline Charged Hydrating Crème. Other Tourmaline Charged products include: Tourmaline Charged Radiance Fluid.

Botanical Skin Resurfacing treatment is available at Bella Toccare de Spa and Salon. Please call 440-526-3090 to set up an appointment or log onto http://www.bellatoccare.com/ for more information.

Top 10 Romantic Hairstyles

Unfortunately, not everyone has fairytale hair. But, these celebs work with what they've got to create gorgeous, romantic hairstyles that would make even Rapunzel jealous.

To get Ashley Greene's stunning locks, take a two-inch section of hair from your temple and pin in the back. Curl the flowing pieces of hair with a curling iron and voila!

Try a side chignon like Eva Longoria for a great date-night hairstyle that's still chic.

Jessica Biel shows off her long layers with slightly curled ends for the ideal first-date hairstyle.

Malin Akerman proves that short hair can still be flirty and romantic with her blonde bob. To get the look, blow dry your hair with a round brush and use Velcro curlers to achieve the slightly wavy hairstyle.

For a romantic hairstyle that works on any face shape, try Jennifer Lopez's half-up 'do with plenty of curls for extra bounce.

Cameron Diaz goes for a simple hairstyle with glossy waves and a part down the middle.

To get Kate Bosworth's tousled side ponytail, apply phomollient on damp hair and then blow dry. Tie hair with an elastic band off to the side and pull out a few pieces to frame your face.

Emma Roberts goes for a curly and girly offset 'do that's gorgeous for a night out with your date.

Whitney Port is the queen of the adorable girl-next-door hairstyle, and she gets it just right here by curling her long locks and pushing her hair to one side.

To get Emmanuelle Chriqui's glamours waves start by adding brilliant spray on shine and style prep smoother to damp hair. Then, blow dry with a paddle brush and wrap sections of hair around a large curling iron.

The Holidays are rapidly coming, if you want romantic hair for all those holiday parties call today and schedule an appointment with one of our stylists -
440-526-3090

Holiday Packaging that makes a Difference - Around the World

Every year Aveda’s holiday packaging goes to support a global cause. This year Aveda partnered with Hope for Women, a Fair Trade organization committed to providing sustainable employment for economically disadvantaged women worldwide.

Hope for Women employes artisans in Colombia to help make our gift sets one of a kind. Each “nut” accessory adorning the holiday packages was hand crafted by women in these communities. Your purchases provide economic independence for the women & families involved.

When you buy an Aveda package you spread generosity, not only to your recipients but also to Hope for Women.

Now doesn’t that feel good?

Lip looks to try this fall

Here are just a few looks to try this fall.  With our new Aveda makeup stop in today for a complimentary make up touch up.  Or call 440-526-3090 and schedule a make up lesson with one of our Aveda trained Bella Toccare make-up artists.

A simple swipe of lipstick is all it takes to look totally on trend this fall. This season's chicest lip look is to wear a rich wine shade in either a matte or soft satin finish.

Matte lip looks are hot this fall.  A no-shine wine lipstick looks fresh and modern. Blot down a burgundy lipstick to get the look.

A true red lipstick and matching belt makes an all-white style look instantly festive and feminine.

Remember that beachy hair with a high-drama burgundy lipstick work together to create a perfect causal chic look for fall.


A creamy matte red lipstick on an otherwise bare palette looks pretty and playful.

It's a good idea to keep the rest of your makeup super simple when you're sporting lipstick that is a dark bordeaux lip look.

channel Old Hollywood glamour with a side parted hairstyle and dark red lipstick with a satin finish.

Eyebrow grazing bangs and a defined cool red lip looks effortlessly chic.

High drama and dark burgundy lips is all it takes for Michelle Trachtenberg to look glamorous.

Top 10 Brunette Hairstyles

Blonde hair may reign supreme in the summer, but as the cold weather sets in, warm chocolatey hues like Keira Knightley's start showing up on A-lister's hair. These ten celebrities work their brilliant brunettes with bobs, curls and long hairstyles that show off their gorgeous hair and faces.

Rashida Jones' two-toned bob and choppy bangs are perfect for low maintenance wash-and-go girls. Blend our damage remedy daily hair repair leave-in conditioner and glossing straightener into hair, comb through and let hair dry naturally. Finger style bangs for that piece-y look.

Selena Gomez uses texture and curls to keep her dark brown bob looking fresh and evening-ready. After blow drying hair using a large, round brush, use a medium-barreled curling iron to curl hair in alternating directions. Create a deep side part and use your fingers to break up the curls.

Don't be afraid to let your natural hair color and texture shine! Garcelle Beauvais' beautiful, textured hairstyle is easily achieved with be curly curl-enhancing cream and your natural coils.

Emma Roberts isn't afraid to experiment with hair color - here she is with a deep chocolate low ponytail. To get Roberts' hairstyle, sweep hair to the side and gather into a low ponytail, letting some layers fall out. Curl some pieces in your ponytail and the layers.

Anne Hathaway glams up her russet-hued hairstyle with a deep side part, subtle waves through the length and curled ends. Add a drop of Brilliant spray on shine serum to hair for an ultra-glossy finish.

Subtle auburn highlights weave through Vanessa Hudgens' almost-black hair. For her sexy, tousled hairstyle, blow dry hair, then curl the bottom part of hair in alternating directions around a large-barreled curling iron. Separate waves with fingers.

On Glee, her character highlights her hair with multicolored streaks, but in real life, Jenna Ushkowitz's almost-black hair shines au natural. For her red carpet ponytail, sweep hair into a low ponytail and curl ends over one shoulder. Sweep bangs to one side with anti-humectant pomade.

Snooki ditches her signature pouf and red streaks in favor of a more mature dark brown hair color with caramel highlights. To recreate Snooki's sleek hairstyle, apply style prep smoother and glossing straightener to hair, then blow dry. Go over hair with a flat iron to keep frizz at bay.

Katie Holmes' deep mahogany hair color is highlighted with auburn and russet to give it alluring dimension. For the actress' medium-length hairstyle, blow-dry hair, curling the ends under with a large round brush. Style bangs with pomade.

Ready to go a little darker color for fall?  Call today and schedule a complimentary color consultation with one of our stylists - 440-526-3090.  Or take the plunge and schedule your appointment today!

Why You Need Eyeliner on Your Wedding Day

Even if eyeliner isn't part of your daily makeup routine, your wedding day is the time to pull out all the stops. "Eyeliner is the first thing I recommend when it comes to bridal makeup," says our Bella Toccare makeup artists. "Along with your eyelashes and eyebrows, eyeliner helps frame your eyes, making them look big and bright in photos." No matter what kind of eyeliner you choose--powder, pencil, gel, or liquid--make sure the formula is waterproof or water resistant so it doesn't smudge or run when you tear up. "Most important, take your time when applying eyeliner," advises our Bella Toccare makeup artists. "It requires patience and precision but the end result is worth it."

• First rule of thumb: stay close to your lash line. "You really want to press the eyeliner into the root of your eyelashes, following the natural shape of your eye as closely as possible," says Bella Toccare makeup pros.

• Applying eyeliner to just top lash lines is okay for everyday wear, but to make your eyes pop in photos, you should line your bottom lash lines, too. "Make the line under your lower lashes thinner than the top. If the bottom line is too thick, your eyes will look smaller," advises our Bella Toccare make up artists. Also, always connect the bottom and top lines at the outer corner of your eyes. Want to see what you'd look like with eyeliner? Stop into Bella Toccare de Spa and salon today for a complimentary make-up touch up and try on a new eyeliner.

• No matter what sort of eye shape you have, eyeliner should start thin at the inside corner and then gradually become thicker as it extends to the outside.

• To make close set eyes appear farther apart, we recommends going over just the outer 1/3 of the eye with a second coat of liner. "It makes for a sexy Angelina Jolie inspired look."

• "Wide set eyes can pull off a thicker line all around," says Bella Toccare's makeup artists. After applying eyeliner, use a small, slanted eyeliner brush to smudge and extend the line just a bit.

• To give Asian eyes more definition, sweep a thick line across the entire top lash line, then create a thinner, softer line along bottom lashes.

• If you want to play it safe, you can't go wrong with rich cocoa brown or black eyeliner. But all our makeup artists agree that deep purple, navy and green are great wedding day options so long as they're not too intense. "There should be plenty of black or brown mixed in so you're just getting a hint of the hue," says our Bella Toccare makeup artists.

Want to try out some of our Aveda Makeup?  Stop by today for a complimentary make-up touch up.  Or call and make an appointment for a makeup lesson - 440-526-3090

Hairspray Help: Don't Get Stiffed on Your Big Day!!

You may not love it, but hairspray is a wedding hairstyle necessity. There's no other product that can help keep an elaborate updo in place quite like it. Scared you'll end up with a frozen, sticky style? Don't worry. Follow these key guidelines to keep your big-day hair in place and still look naturally soft and beautiful.

Don't get stiffed by too much hairspray.

1) Step away from the spray. The most common mistake women make when applying hairspray is holding the can too close to their hair. Hold the hairspray 8 to 12 inches away from your head to evenly apply a light mist all over your hair. Hold it any closer and you'll get a heavy stream of stickiness.

2) A little goes a long way. While the urge to spray your wedding hairstyle into submission might be tempting, don't overdo it. A few quick sprays are all you need to finish off and set your updo in place. Any more than that and you risk looking like the 1980's Madonna version of a bride.

3) Buy the right formula. Look for hairsprays with the words "light," "flexible" or "soft." These formulas give your hair hold without freezing it in place, so it'll move around when you do. Some of our favorites are Control Force, Air Control, Pure Abundance Hairspray, Brilliant Hairspray, and our Aveda Witch Hazel Spray.

A Manicure Worthy of Your Wedding Ring

As you flit about the reception, hand extended to admirers who'll ogle your ring, you'll also be showing off your nails, which means a flawless manicure is an essential element of your bridal beauty look. "Most brides avoid trendy colors for their wedding," says our Bella Toccare Nail Technicians.   "They want a color that's feminine and elegant, that shows off their ring and doesn't compete with their bouquet." Whether you go traditional with a pale shade of pink or choose a polish with a little more oomph, you want a polish that will last.  Why not consider the Shellac gel polish 14 day manicure?  The Shellac polish doesn't damage your nails like traditional gels or acrylics and comes off easily in about 10 minutes..

Looking for the right shade? Consider these hues that'll enhance your skin tone:

Fair skin tone with cool undertones: light strawberry

Fair skin tone with warm undertones: pale purple

Medium skin tone with cool undertones: sheer pink

Medium skin tone with warm undertones: shimmery peach

Dark skin tone with cool undertones: rose

Dark skin tone with warm undertones: rich bronze

Call today and set up a complimentary consultation with one of our nail technicians to find out more about our Shellac Manicure and Pedicure 440-526-3090.



Top 10 Cropped Hairstyles

The hairstyle trend sweeping Hollywood this fall is the chic, playful crop in the spirit of young Hollywood ingénues. Thinking of joining the cropped crowd?

There's a new trend in Hollywood: A-listers are chopping off their long locks and sporting chic and sophisticated crops like the one Halle Berry has been wearing for years.

Berry gives her pixie cut a modern edge with spiked pieces on top. To get her hairstyle, rub defining whip through dry hair to create definition.

Carey Mulligan the English star wears a classic ingénue hairstyle that emphasizes her delicate features. Use Aveda pomade and a paddle brush to gather hair forward and to one side to create Mulligan's smooth, side-swept style. Mist on brilliant shine spray for added luster.

For Janet Jackson's high-volume short hairstyle, add voluming tonic and blow dry hair, lifting at the top to create volume. Once hair is dry, rub Light Elements Shaping Wax through with your fingers to create piece-y definition, then use Control Force hairspray to complete the edgy crop.

Hayden Panettiere gives a sophisticated edge to her crop hairstyle with long, face-framing pieces. Add Stype Prep smoother to hair and use a vent brush to blow dry hair while brushing it smoothly against your scalp. Once hair is dry, create a deep side part, then apply a drop of LE Smoothing Fluid to your hands and run it through your hair to keep eliminate frizz.

Ginnifer Goodwin's chic hairstyle gets an edgy feel with uneven short bangs. Use a vent brush to blow dry your crop, and once hair is dry, use pomade to style bangs into smooth pieces across forehead.

Viola Davis gives her short hairstyle high style with long, razor-sharp bangs. Use a half-size paddle brush to blow dry hair in two-inch sections. Comb all your hair forward and slightly to one side, then flat iron in sections and apply Defining Whip pomade to the ends of bangs for a piece-y texture.

Agyness Deyn never shies away from setting trends with her hairstyles, and her latest fauxhawk crop is no different. If you're ready to get buzzed, use brilliant gel to style your fauxhawk into the shape you want, then use a Air Control hairspray to keep it in place..

Rihanna makes her crop stand out with a fire engine red color and bold, forward swoop. Work a dollop of mousse into the roots of damp hair, then blow dry in two-inch sections with a round brush, turning the brush several times as you roll your length forward and to one side. Rub pomade on your fingers and run them through hair to create soft definition..

Robyn the singer's platinum pixie helps draw attention to her heavily accessorized ears. Use a paddle brush to blow dry hair in various directions while brushing it flat against the shape of your head. Comb all of your hair forward, and mist with brilliant spray on shine spray for added sheen..

Jessica Stroup's chic crop has a hint of volume with Phomollient and a tousled feel. Blow dry hair, and flip head over for the final few minutes. Finger style hair into place with defining whip.

Ready to take the plunge?  Call the salon today 440-526-3090 and schedule a complimentary consultation to see which look is right for you!