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By Mercedes Sanchez

Actress Vanessa Hudgens cut her locks for an upcoming movie.

Confession: I actually envy the new hairstyle. I’ve contemplated getting a similar haircut in the past, but don’t think I have the guts to do it– not yet anyway. But it sounds like the 22-year-old wasn’t quite ready for such a change.

“Honestly, I kind of feel like a soccer mom, but we’re going to let that go. There’s nothing wrong with soccer moms, but I’m only 22,” she tells Access Hollywood.

What do you think of her new ‘do? Is it a hit or miss?

How to get Hollywood hair in 10 minutes

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By Mercedes Sanchez

Mercedes with fellow blogger Liz

With the summer officially here (not to mention the current heat wave), this is a perfect time to share my list of products that will help keep your hair frizz-free.

Watch our beauty segment where we show fellow blogger Liz Cardozo which products from Ouidad, Moroccanoil, Ted Gibson and Pantene have UV filters, fight frizz and provide shine for thick, straight and curly hair.

Take a look below or on our BeChicTV Channel.

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By Mercedes Sanchez

I have a confession: I don’t blow dry  my own hair– ever. It just doesn’t turn out the way I like it. However, being self sufficient is a must for every smart Latina. Our hair comes in various structures from straight, wavy, curly, coarse to fine and thick and there’s a solution for all of us.

I have medium thick hair, and it’s hard for me to blow dry it on my own. That’s why I met up with Celebrity Hairstylist Ted Gibson at his Park Avenue salon to seek much needed help! Gibson has styled many celebs and has been on Oprah, Real Housewives of  D.C. and What Not to Wear.

Here are some do-it-yourself tips on getting your hair from sham to Hollywood glam. Watch our video below:

Hollywood Hair in 10 Minutes

1. Shine: For the girl on-the-go searching for a star look, Gibson recommends she starts by applying his Hair Sheet throughout the entire dry head. “It has UV protection which is essential for women during the summer,” says Gibson. “It helps to fight frizz and it smells good; it has lavender oil. If you’re a girl that doesn’t shampoo every single day, it’s perfect because it acts as a refresher too.”

2. Preparation: After applying the Hair Sheet, move on to the blow dry. It’s important to part your hair into different sections (1.5 inch and about about two inches wide).

3. Brushes and Nozzle: Gibson recommends the Y.S. Park Brush which has a combination of boar and nylon bristles. He says you should always use your nozzle when blow drying because it gives direct heat to your hair which results in smooth locks.

4. Technique: As you’re blow drying, take your hair up as high as possible, making sure to get all the ends in, and then rotate all the way down and twist. Repeat throughout all sections and watch as it starts the wave factor in your blow dry.

5. Making it Hollywood: Add waves and natural looking curls by taking your sections and using a large barrell curling iron.

6. The Big Finish: Hold hair in place by adding a light spray such as Ted Gibson’s Beautiful Hold Spray.

Watch as Ted gives us a demonstration:

I seem to wear my hair like this when it’s not in any shape to be worn down:

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What’s your signature hair ‘do?

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By Mercedes Sanchez
You’ve seen her host recent MTV Jersey Shore reunions. Julissa Bermudez has been the face of many popular shows including 106 & Park and The Roof on  Mun2.

We recently caught up with Julissa and talented hairstylist Cesar Ramirez at the Waldorf-Astoria in New York City before the Hispanic Federation Gala, which Julissa co-hosted with Tony award-winning actor Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Cesar has worked on shoots for Vogue, GQ and Latina Magazine. Watch as he creates this chic up ‘do on Julissa before the gala. Get tips on applying extensions with tape (not glue), creating finger waves and putting hair up into a bun. On Julissa, Cesar used hair from Indique.

To see the step-by-step tutorial, visit our BeChicTV channel or watch the clip below.

By Mercedes Sanchez
Like my waves? They’re a product of wearing a wet bun for the past two days!

Why I love it: I didn’t have time to get a blow out before heading to Ohio for a retreat this weekend. So after washing my hair, I just put it into a bun and hit the road. When I finally let my hair down, I was surprised to see the volume and waves. Who knew sporting a wet bun could create such magic!

Warning: This is a chic and quick alternative but I wouldn’t recommend you do it often. Washing your hair daily and  styling it while wet can cause breakage and damage.