Best of Beauty


Style and beauty graced the Red Carpet at the recent MTV Movie Awards, which were held at Sony Pictures Studios on April 14, 2013 in Los Angeles.

Joico's hair style and color gurus, International Artistic Director Damien Carney and Celebrity Spokesperson George Papanikolas were joined by Joico Guest Artist Cherry Petenbrink at this dazzling event.

The talented trio spotted several style standouts-everything from Mohawk braids to va-voom waves and the hottest hair hues.


Mohawk Braid: Selena Gomez


"This braid is pretty and playful with a rock and roll edge," says Damien Carney. "Plus it's flattering-the sleek sides and center placement really lift the face and open up the features."

Get the style:
Mist damp hair with Joico Smooth Cure Thermal Styling Protectant and blow-dry. If the texture is coarse or unruly, smooth the dry hair with a flat iron. Mist with Joico Power Spray Fast Dry Finishing Spray. Then separate the fringe from the rest of the hair and clip away.

Gather all of the remaining hair tightly at the top of the head, subdivide it into three sections, create a classic three-strand braid from top to tip and secure.

Release the fringe, backcomb gently and blend the front into the braid. "There is probably some artificial hair added to this braid," observes Carney, "which is a good idea because it helps even out layers and adds length, which elongates the face and body."



Kara Hayward


Voluptuous Waves: Kara Hayward


This classic shape with lots of volume and movement is always flattering. Carney advises stylists to get a flexible hold by spraying each section with Joico Power Spray Fast Dry Finishing Spray before setting on heated rollers.

Get the style:
Apply Joico Power Whip Whipped Foam to damp hair. Blow-dry hair with a large round brush, adding curves and volume to each section. Once hair is dry, set each section on heated rollers, directing the top away from the face and the side sections downward.

The size of each section should mirror the size of the roller. Wrap the ends in tissue to keep them smooth.

Allow the rollers to cool completely before removing. Once rollers are removed, use a Mason Pearson-style brush and thoroughly brush through all strands to blend and remove evidence of the rollers.

Apply a few drops of K-PAK Protect and Shine Serum to seal the ends and mist with Power Spray.




Melanie Iglesias


Smoldering Brunette and Sexy Waves: Melanie Iglesias


George Papanikolas believes that Melanie Iglesias boasted the perfect warm brunette hue on the Red Carpet. It celebrates the hair's natural warm undertones without appearing brassy. Bombshell deep waves polish off the sexy look.

Get the color:
Natural level - 4
Highlights - Joico Vero K-PAK Color 6N + 30-volume developer

Get the style:
Apply Joico Power Whip Whipped Foam to damp hair. Dry strands with a round brush and blow-dryer, creating volume on top and curved movement through the lengths.

Once hair is dry, twirl one-inch sections of hair vertically around a one-inch barrel styling iron. Clip each curl into place. Mist the clipped curls with Joico Power Spray Fast Dry Finishing Spray, cool completely, remove the clips and gently shake out the curls to blend.




Kim Kardashian


Tone-on-Tone Brunette and Sassy Layers: Kim Kardashian


Perhaps George Papanikolas is a bit biased here-he's the colorist who created A-lister Kim Kardashian's rich color.

Get the color:
Existing level - 5
Base - Joico Vero K-PAK Chrome N5 + Activator
Highlights - Joico VeroLight Off-Scalp Lightening Powder + 40-volume developer
Place fine balayage highlights in the crown area and heavier highlighted sections through midlengths and ends.
Glaze - Joico Vero K-PAK Chrome A7 + Activator to blend the base and highlights and produce dimensional tone-on-tone color

Get the style:
Apply Joico JoiWhip Firm Hold Design Foam to damp hair. Create a deep side-part and blow-dry with an oval styling brush, directing the fringe to the side and off the face. Once the hair is dry, work Joico Texture Boost Dry Spray Wax through the lengths to define the layers.




Melissa McCarthy


"Flash Effect" Highlights: Melissa McCarthy


"Melissa McCarthy's rich brunette looks beautiful with these interior highlights," says Cherry Petenbrink. "They produce brightness and dimension without streaks. The 'Flash Effects' technique can be used to reproduce the look."

Get the color:
Natural level - 4
Highlights: Joico VeroLight Lightening Powder + 20-volume developer
Working around the head in a spiral fashion, apply lightener to slices or weaves (depending on the desired result) in vertical diagonal sections, from one-inch off of the scalp to the ends. There will be 10-12 foils, depending upon the density of the hair. On the top, create a diagonal parting and continue weaving or slicing in a criss-cross pattern from the crown to the front hairline. In these sections, alternate the application two inches and three inches from the scalp to create an ombré effect. Process to Level 8 and shampoo.
Glaze: Joico Vero K-PAK Chrome 1/2 N8 + 1/2 B7 + Activator
Apply scalp to ends.

Get the style:
Shampoo and condition with Joico Moisture Recovery Shampoo and Conditioner. Apply Joico K-PAK Thermal Design Foam to damp hair. Dry strands with a large round brush and blow dryer. Wrap vertical sections around a 1 3/4-inch curling iron to create soft waves. Mist cool hair with Joico Power Spray Fast Dry Finishing Spray.




Crystal Reed


Abstract Beehive: Crystal Reed


"This texture isn't wavy or curly, it's more rippled and abstract," notes Carney. "It's perfect for hair that already has a natural bend or wave-it's a beehive with a modern feeling."

Get the style:
Apply Joico Smooth Cure Leave-In Rescue Treatment to damp, curly hair and air dry, encouraging the natural texture.

Combine a small amount of Joico Power Whip Whipped Foam and Power Gel Sculpting Gel and work the mixture through the hair for separation and movement.

Direct the hair to the center back, gather and fold it to create a pleat down the center.

Secure with a vertical row of bobby pins.

"Use your fingers and work quickly," advises Carney. "The effect should be easy and understated-not overly perfect or polished!"





Holland Roden


Rich Milk Chocolate: Holland Roden


"This impeccably smooth and shiny finish is the perfect way to show off this flawless color," says Petenbrink.

Get the color:
Starting levels - 6-9
Roots to ends - Joico Vero K-PAK Chrome 1/2 G6 + 1/2 N8 + Activator

Get the style:
Apply Joico Smooth Cure Leave-In Rescue Treatment with a few drops of K-PAK Color Therapy Restorative Styling Oil to damp hair.

Dry strands in sections with a paddle brush to create a frizz-free finish.

Mist hair with Joico Smooth Cure Thermal Styling Protectant, divide the hair into 1/8-inch sections and smooth each section with a flat iron.




Brittany Snow


Golden Blonde: Brittany Snow


"This buttery hue is rich and elegant and the crisply coiffed bob shows it off to perfection," says Petenbrink.

Get the color:
Natural level - 7 or higher
Regrowth - Joico Vero K-PAK Color HLG + 40-volume developer
Midlengths and ends - Joico Vero-KAK Chrome G9 + Activator

Get the style:
Shampoo with Joico K-PAK Color Therapy Shampoo and treat with Joico K-PAK RevitaLuxe, which prevents damage as is nourishes and moisturizes.

Apply Joico Body Luxe Volumizing Elixir to damp hair and dry with a paddle brush and blow dryer.

Mist hair with Joico Smooth Cure Thermal Styling Protectant and smooth 1/8-inch sections with a flat iron.




Alexa Vega


Alexa Vega's Honey Blonde


Not too brassy, not too icy, this Spy Kid's balanced honey blonde is the ideal hue when lifting natural brunette clients, declares Papanikolas.

Get the color:
Natural level - 5
Base - Joico Base Breaker + 20-volume developer
Foil highlights - Joico VeroLight Lightening Powder + 20-volume developer
Glaze - "Joico Vero K-PAK Chrome 1/2 Clear + 1/2 V9 is the perfect formula for cooling and blending these highlights," says Papanikolas.

Care for this hair:
Lightened locks require lots of TLC to keep them nourished and healthy.

Shampoo and Condition with Joico K-PAK Color Therapy Shampoo and Conditioner to lock in moisture and vibrancy. Apply K-PAK Color Therapy Restorative Styling Oil before blow drying, and also use it as a deep, overnight conditioning treatment once or twice a week.