Film #146: Shampoo

Released in 1975, Hal Ashby’s Shampoo very well may rank as the great director’s most cynical film. Ashby had previously given us The Landlord, Harold and Maude, and The Last Detail, and would go on to deliver Bound for Glory, Coming Home and Being There before beginning a cocaine-fueled downward 1980s slump that would end in his untimely death in 1988 at age 59. It’s been years since I’ve

CINEMA GALLERY: 50 New Frames

As always, click on the photo you love to see it full screen:

A telephone call rushes through the wires and connects two distant people at the beginning of Three Colors: Red (Krzysztof Kieslowski, 94).

The scam is on in Grand Slam (Giuliano Montaldo, 67).

Mrs. Dalton appears behind the movie screen, with Everett Sloan making a cameo via Orson Welles' The Lady from Shanghai, in Manhattan

Lather, Rinse, Compete

Elle and Eufora hair care are developing a new all-natural clarifying shampoo, and they need your help deciding what to call it! Come up with the perfect name, and you'll not only see your idea printed on thousands of bottles (launching in May), but Eufora will donate $500 to the environmental charity of your choice and give you a Eufora product gift basket worth $500.

All entries are due by February 1st, 2008. One entry per day allowed. Click here to enter.

Lather, Rinse, Compete

Elle and Eufora hair care are developing a new all-natural clarifying shampoo, and they need your help deciding what to call it! Come up with the perfect name, and you'll not only see your idea printed on thousands of bottles (launching in May), but Eufora will donate $500 to the environmental charity of your choice and give you a Eufora product gift basket worth $500.

All entries are due by February 1st, 2008. One entry per day allowed. Click here to enter.

Pay The Cost To Be The Boss (Of Your Hair)

I normally wouldn’t advocate spending more than $15-20 on shampoo or conditioner; but when you have hair with behavioral problems like mine, well, sometimes you’ve gotta pay the cost to be the boss.

Philip B White Truffle Shampoo and White Truffle Nourishing Hair Conditioning Creme impart moisture, elasticity, and shine to chemically processed, dry, or damaged hair. The miracle broth of 23.2% pure botanical extracts (white truffle, lavender, comfrey, thyme, hops, and nettle) instantly disciplined my mane. Usually when I use a new hair product, I need to blow it dry and style it before I notice any difference. With this shampoo and conditioner, I felt the difference in the shower! The only thing I can liken it to is Ritalin for your hair.

At $54 and $75 - stay with me here – these products cost 3 and 4 times what I, a beauty junkie, would typically spend on shampoo and conditioner. But considering how much I generally pay for hair serums, lotions, and potions promising to make my hair behave – I will gladly dig deep into my pockets to fund this addiction.

Philip B White Truffle Shampoo and White Truffle Nourishing Hair Conditioning Creme are on my Spoiled Prettiest: Best of Beauty 2007 list. Philip B products are available for purchase online, and at a beauty supply store near you.

Pay The Cost To Be The Boss (Of Your Hair)

I normally wouldn’t advocate spending more than $15-20 on shampoo or conditioner; but when you have hair with behavioral problems like mine, well, sometimes you’ve gotta pay the cost to be the boss.

Philip B White Truffle Shampoo and White Truffle Nourishing Hair Conditioning Creme impart moisture, elasticity, and shine to chemically processed, dry, or damaged hair. The miracle broth of 23.2% pure botanical extracts (white truffle, lavender, comfrey, thyme, hops, and nettle) instantly disciplined my mane. Usually when I use a new hair product, I need to blow it dry and style it before I notice any difference. With this shampoo and conditioner, I felt the difference in the shower! The only thing I can liken it to is Ritalin for your hair.

At $54 and $75 - stay with me here – these products cost 3 and 4 times what I, a beauty junkie, would typically spend on shampoo and conditioner. But considering how much I generally pay for hair serums, lotions, and potions promising to make my hair behave – I will gladly dig deep into my pockets to fund this addiction.

Philip B White Truffle Shampoo and White Truffle Nourishing Hair Conditioning Creme are on my Spoiled Prettiest: Best of Beauty 2007 list. Philip B products are available for purchase online, and at a beauty supply store near you.

Head And Shoulders Above The Competition

Yesterday, on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, the hair mystery was finally revealed. Head & Shoulders has a new look, a new scent, and an array of new conditioners.

The shampoo range includes:

Citrus Breeze - Provides an uplifting clean for fine/oily hair.
Classic Clean - Deep-cleansing formula leaves hair looking and feeling thoroughly clean.
Dry Scalp Care - Moisturizes hair and relieves dry scalp and itch.
Extra Volume - Provides volume and body for fine hair.
Ocean Lift - With sea mineral essence, invigorates scalp and hair.
Refresh - Provides a cool sensation leaving your scalp feeling refreshed and hair clean and manageable.
Restoring Shine - With natural plant extracts, restores natural shine to dull hair.
Sensitive Care - Hypo-allergenic formula with Aloe soothes sensitive scalps.
Smooth & Silky – Smoothes dry, frizzy hair to restore a silky smooth look.

The new conditioner collection includes:

Classic Clean – Improves scalp health and provides balanced conditioning for soft, manageable hair.
Dry Scalp Care – Provides a moisturized flake-free scalp and protects dry hair from damage and dryness to reduce split ends and breakage.
Smooth & Silky – Improves scalp health and calms dry frizzy hair to restore a silky smooth look.

Remember…healthy hair begins at the scalp, so click here to find your perfect combination.

Head And Shoulders Above The Competition

Yesterday, on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, the hair mystery was finally revealed. Head & Shoulders has a new look, a new scent, and an array of new conditioners.

The shampoo range includes:

Citrus Breeze - Provides an uplifting clean for fine/oily hair.
Classic Clean - Deep-cleansing formula leaves hair looking and feeling thoroughly clean.
Dry Scalp Care - Moisturizes hair and relieves dry scalp and itch.
Extra Volume - Provides volume and body for fine hair.
Ocean Lift - With sea mineral essence, invigorates scalp and hair.
Refresh - Provides a cool sensation leaving your scalp feeling refreshed and hair clean and manageable.
Restoring Shine - With natural plant extracts, restores natural shine to dull hair.
Sensitive Care - Hypo-allergenic formula with Aloe soothes sensitive scalps.
Smooth & Silky – Smoothes dry, frizzy hair to restore a silky smooth look.

The new conditioner collection includes:

Classic Clean – Improves scalp health and provides balanced conditioning for soft, manageable hair.
Dry Scalp Care – Provides a moisturized flake-free scalp and protects dry hair from damage and dryness to reduce split ends and breakage.
Smooth & Silky – Improves scalp health and calms dry frizzy hair to restore a silky smooth look.

Remember…healthy hair begins at the scalp, so click here to find your perfect combination.

Can You Solve The Mystery?

In advance of the launch of a new hair care product, a leading company is allowing Americans to try the shampoo/conditioner system for free and to guess the brand of the mystery sample. If your great hair days are few and far between, the answer to beautiful, healthy hair may be just a click away. This unique hair care system’s true identity will be revealed on December 17 on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

For a free sample of the mystery product, more information, video testimonials, and a chance to win a free vacation at a luxury resort in Arizona, log on to HairMystery.com.

Can You Solve The Mystery?

In advance of the launch of a new hair care product, a leading company is allowing Americans to try the shampoo/conditioner system for free and to guess the brand of the mystery sample. If your great hair days are few and far between, the answer to beautiful, healthy hair may be just a click away. This unique hair care system’s true identity will be revealed on December 17 on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

For a free sample of the mystery product, more information, video testimonials, and a chance to win a free vacation at a luxury resort in Arizona, log on to HairMystery.com.

Space Issues

Not Soap, Radio’s Portable Panacea Trios are designed specifically for those on the go, and those who have space issues.

“Whether you are flying out the door or flying around the world, running to work or running on the treadmill, this line will work for you.”

The entire line consists of 2 groupings – a hair care group and a body care group. Each contains 3 products, in individual bottles, held together with an overcap and an undercap. All bottles are flip-top and can stand up on their own.

The hair care trio consists of body wash, shampoo, and conditioner. The body care trio consists of body polish, shave gel, and lotion. Both sets are currently on sale for $12.

Space Issues

Not Soap, Radio’s Portable Panacea Trios are designed specifically for those on the go, and those who have space issues.

“Whether you are flying out the door or flying around the world, running to work or running on the treadmill, this line will work for you.”

The entire line consists of 2 groupings – a hair care group and a body care group. Each contains 3 products, in individual bottles, held together with an overcap and an undercap. All bottles are flip-top and can stand up on their own.

The hair care trio consists of body wash, shampoo, and conditioner. The body care trio consists of body polish, shave gel, and lotion. Both sets are currently on sale for $12.

Hear Ye, Hear Ye - Win Some FREE Beauty!

Want something for nothing? Well, you’ve come to the right place. I am so excited to announce Spoiled Pretty’s latest giveaway – generously sponsored by Face Boutique!!!

Face Boutique grew out of a quest to create products for young skin that really work, remain free from chemicals, smell divine, look great in the bathroom and, finally, leave everyone with a clear conscience. I think Spoiled Pretty speaks for many satisfied customers when I say, “Mission Accomplished.”

Spoiled Pretty is teaming up with Face Boutique to give away a whole lotta beauty booty.



One winner will be gifted with a goodie bag - filled with the following treats (valued at $71): Peachy Clean Foaming Facial Wash, Fresh Faced Moisturising Gel, Spot Less Blemish Gel, and Sweep Clean Cleansing Wipes.


Four runners up (yeah, you heard me right) will win a bottle of Hair Laundry Shampoo (valued at $16).

To enter the giveaway, leave a comment in the comments section below by 9 pm EST on Sunday, November 11th - be sure to include your name and email address. Or email me at spoiledpretty@gmail.com if you're uncomfortable posting your email address below.

Winners will be chosen at random from among the entrants. On Monday, November 12th, I’ll announce the winners' names. Please, only one comment per person; duplicate comments will not increase your chances of winning. Contest is open to U.S. & Canadian residents. Good luck!

Hear Ye, Hear Ye - Win Some FREE Beauty!

Want something for nothing? Well, you’ve come to the right place. I am so excited to announce Spoiled Pretty’s latest giveaway – generously sponsored by Face Boutique!!!

Face Boutique grew out of a quest to create products for young skin that really work, remain free from chemicals, smell divine, look great in the bathroom and, finally, leave everyone with a clear conscience. I think Spoiled Pretty speaks for many satisfied customers when I say, “Mission Accomplished.”

Spoiled Pretty is teaming up with Face Boutique to give away a whole lotta beauty booty.



One winner will be gifted with a goodie bag - filled with the following treats (valued at $71): Peachy Clean Foaming Facial Wash, Fresh Faced Moisturising Gel, Spot Less Blemish Gel, and Sweep Clean Cleansing Wipes.


Four runners up (yeah, you heard me right) will win a bottle of Hair Laundry Shampoo (valued at $16).

To enter the giveaway, leave a comment in the comments section below by 9 pm EST on Sunday, November 11th - be sure to include your name and email address. Or email me at spoiledpretty@gmail.com if you're uncomfortable posting your email address below.

Winners will be chosen at random from among the entrants. On Monday, November 12th, I’ll announce the winners' names. Please, only one comment per person; duplicate comments will not increase your chances of winning. Contest is open to U.S. & Canadian residents. Good luck!

Hot Coffee

While perusing the Daily Beauty Flash column at InStyle.com, I was blown away by this photo of Jessica Biel. Granted, her makeup is subtle, yet stunning – but what really caught my eye was the rich espresso hue of her hair color.

"Going with a vibrant dark shade is the perfect way to freshen up your look for fall. And deep colors reflect light better, so your hair will automatically look shiny," says celebrity colorist Tracey Cunningham at John Frieda in L.A.

To prevent fading, choose a shampoo formulated for color-treated tresses and use a color-depositing glaze once a week. Try Frederic Fekkai Technician Shampoo For Dry, Damaged, Color-Treated Hair and John Frieda Luminous Color Glaze.

Hot Coffee

While perusing the Daily Beauty Flash column at InStyle.com, I was blown away by this photo of Jessica Biel. Granted, her makeup is subtle, yet stunning – but what really caught my eye was the rich espresso hue of her hair color.

"Going with a vibrant dark shade is the perfect way to freshen up your look for fall. And deep colors reflect light better, so your hair will automatically look shiny," says celebrity colorist Tracey Cunningham at John Frieda in L.A.

To prevent fading, choose a shampoo formulated for color-treated tresses and use a color-depositing glaze once a week. Try Frederic Fekkai Technician Shampoo For Dry, Damaged, Color-Treated Hair and John Frieda Luminous Color Glaze.

It's All About The Hamiltons, Baby

I never spent more than $10 on shampoo. I never saw much point to spending more than a Hamilton on something I’m going to put in my hair, just to rinse out. To me, shampoo was just the equivalent of liquid soap. That is until I discovered Frederic Fekkai Technician Shampoo For Dry, Damaged, Color-Treated Hair.

This shampoo is formulated to replenish moisture and restore hair to good health by strengthening and protecting it. Natural cleansers gently clean the hair while natural conditioners add moisture. Apricot, avocado, calendula, and peach provide extra moisture and softness to hydrate the hair. After using it, as promised, my abused hair was softer, smoother, and shinier.

Note: Your hair needn’t be dry, damaged, and color-treated to enjoy this product. As long as your strands are one of the above, they will reap the rewards of this magic potion.

An 8 ounce bottle of the shampoo will cost you one Jackson and two Washingtons. But take it from me, it's definitely worth every Lincoln.

Available at Sephora.

It's All About The Hamiltons, Baby

I never spent more than $10 on shampoo. I never saw much point to spending more than a Hamilton on something I’m going to put in my hair, just to rinse out. To me, shampoo was just the equivalent of liquid soap. That is until I discovered Frederic Fekkai Technician Shampoo For Dry, Damaged, Color-Treated Hair.

This shampoo is formulated to replenish moisture and restore hair to good health by strengthening and protecting it. Natural cleansers gently clean the hair while natural conditioners add moisture. Apricot, avocado, calendula, and peach provide extra moisture and softness to hydrate the hair. After using it, as promised, my abused hair was softer, smoother, and shinier.

Note: Your hair needn’t be dry, damaged, and color-treated to enjoy this product. As long as your strands are one of the above, they will reap the rewards of this magic potion.

An 8 ounce bottle of the shampoo will cost you one Jackson and two Washingtons. But take it from me, it's definitely worth every Lincoln.

Available at Sephora.

Leaving On A Jet Plane

Tomorrow, I’m off to visit my in-laws in my husband’s hometown of Spokane, Washington. As I type this, my luggage is bursting at the seams (I am a repeat offender of over-packing). But while I may not always pack light, I always pack smart.

In the Summer of 2003, while preparing for a backpacking trip across Europe, I discovered a product that has served me well in my travels ever since.

The Nalgene Travel Bottle Kit is an assortment of 8 bottles that is perfect for packing and organizing shampoo, lotions, vitamins and other travel essentials. With the Nalgene Travel Bottle Kit, you don’t have to waste money on trial sizes of toiletries. And you don’t have to worry about the inevitable leaks and spills that often accompany packing full-sized containers of beauty basics – because Nalgene bottles are guaranteed leakproof and break-resistant.

The bottles’ color-coded caps allow for easy identification, and all contents of the kit are dishwasher safe…so you can use them again and again. In 4 years, the Nalgene bottles have never failed me.

So where is my trusty travel bottle kit now? It’s in the bag.

Leaving On A Jet Plane

Tomorrow, I’m off to visit my in-laws in my husband’s hometown of Spokane, Washington. As I type this, my luggage is bursting at the seams (I am a repeat offender of over-packing). But while I may not always pack light, I always pack smart.

In the Summer of 2003, while preparing for a backpacking trip across Europe, I discovered a product that has served me well in my travels ever since.

The Nalgene Travel Bottle Kit is an assortment of 8 bottles that is perfect for packing and organizing shampoo, lotions, vitamins and other travel essentials. With the Nalgene Travel Bottle Kit, you don’t have to waste money on trial sizes of toiletries. And you don’t have to worry about the inevitable leaks and spills that often accompany packing full-sized containers of beauty basics – because Nalgene bottles are guaranteed leakproof and break-resistant.

The bottles’ color-coded caps allow for easy identification, and all contents of the kit are dishwasher safe…so you can use them again and again. In 4 years, the Nalgene bottles have never failed me.

So where is my trusty travel bottle kit now? It’s in the bag.