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A Drugstore Version of Dirt

FabSugar — Mon, 25 Sep 2006 16:49:00 -0700

I've already waxed poetic about the magical, sweet-smelling hair styling paste that is Dirt by Jonathan Product. As Jonathan (from the reality show Blowout) explains on the label: “There’s something amazing about the way hair looks and behaves the day after - washing, that is." Seeing as how I'm obsessed with Dirt, I couldn't help but notice a suspiciously similar product while browsing the aisles the other day at Walgreens. Called FX Special Effects Texture Dirt Texturizing Paste, this styling paste proclaims: "Texture Dirt has been created to easily give you the amazing way your hair looks and behaves the day after washing."

Sound familiar? Since the FX brand has obviously been paying attention to Dirt's copy-writing, I bought a jar to see if it had replicated the styling effect, too. Plus, the Texture Dirt, available here costs just $5.99, versus $26 for the Jonathan product. However, after trying the FX brand, I think I'm going to stay loyal to Jonathan. The drugstore stuff wasn't terrible for a budget buy, but it had a more glue-like texture that made it hard to disperse though my hair. Although it gave my hair similar piece-y results, it didn't leave my locks looking or feeling nearly as smooth and silky as the Dirt by Jonathan does. I guess you get what you pay for.

Trend Alert: Shine Bright, Shine White

FabSugar — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:00:22 -0700

Now is the time to show off your perfect pedi in a pair of white sandals. I know, such immaculate shoes are hard to keep up, but if you're willing to sacrifice a little time and care, I guarantee you ultimate satisfaction. I can already picture these textured Loeffler Randall Genevieve Sandals ($333, originally $475) with a black bandage mini and simple tee. Hot, right? Here's a tip: if dirt seems to follow you everywhere, look for white sandals with dark bottoms. Shine bright, shine white . . .

The Dirty-Hair Look Without the Dirt

FabSugar — Thu, 24 Aug 2006 05:58:51 -0700

The description on each tub of Dirt by Jonathan Product is refreshingly blunt. Writes Jonathan, the line's celebrity namesake, “There’s something amazing about the way hair looks and behaves the day after - washing, that is. I created Dirt to help you get that look easily.” Though Jonathan can be quite annoying on the Bravo reality show Blowout, he’s absolutely right about this sweet, sticky nectar, available here for $26.

Used on dry locks, the texturizing paste gives hair that FABulous piece-y look without making it look or feel greasy, and Dirt is equally adept at finessing short fine hair or weighing down long, thick styles for a tousled look. Plus, its toasted-marshmallow scent will leave your hair smelling much better than if you went for the dirty look the natural way.

A Water Filter for Your Hair

FabSugar — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 14:08:44 -0800

Jonathan Antin-star of the reality show Blowout and creator of the fabulous Dirt Texturizing Paste-feels very strongly about water. Throughout his two-decade career styling the hair of celebrities, models, and other clients, he has observed that hair is extremely affected by the quality of the water in which it is washed. Pure, filtered spring water creates softer, shinier, and more manageable hair, while water full of chemicals often makes your locks dry and brittle. He has even suggested that his clients rinse their hair with bottled water before an important photo shoot.

To that end, the hair guru has released the Jonathan Beauty Water Shower Purification System, which helps balance out water to keep it free of chlorine and heavy metals and make your hair shiny and healthy. The high-grade water filter is easy to install and fits right onto your shower head; each filter lasts anywhere from three to six months. Buy it here for $95.

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