How To Be A Redhead

Stephanie talks about an unexpected challenge that came her way and how she handled the situation. At age 30, she was diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer & at the same time experienced a miscarriage. It took time, lots of yoga/meditation and family/friends to get her to her current place of gratitude and thanks. Many of you were wondering when Season 3 of the H2BAR podcast was kicking off and this is why we decided to delay the season until now. Stephanie speaks candidly about her experience and what it taught her about life and the future. If you wish to e-mail her, as she suggests at the end of the episode, the best email is: info@HowtobeaRedhead.com. Stephanie wrote a post titled "Forever Thankful: How I Faced Life’s Curveball Head On". Once live on HowtobeaRedhead.com, we will link here: https://howtobearedhead.com/papillary-thyroid-cancer-redhead-health-journey/ Want to help us spread the news about the How to be a Redhead brand and this podcast? Please give us a 5 star review and tell your frien

Redheads, Season 3 of the How to be a Redhead podcast is launching THIS upcoming Friday, January 31, 2020. We will be diving into important redhead topics and it will be a blast! What to expect: The 1st episode, launching Friday, is a message straight from Stephanie. Disclaimer: The first episode will contain some heavy news. Stephanie was not sure if she wanted to share her story but decided it was best to bring awareness to the subjects. The How to be a Redhead podcast was set to launch Season 3 in September and Stephanie's story will explain why we needed to take some extra time. We thank all of you for a beautiful Season 1 & 2, and SO excited for Season 3! We have no doubt it will be the best season yet. Thank you for your patience as we launch Season 3. Want to help us spread the news about the How to be a Redhead brand and this podcast? Please give us a 5 star review and tell your friends (redheads and everyone else) to subscribe! You can listen to this podcast directly on HowtobeaRedhead.com, on Ap

One year ago we started the H2BAR Podcast and it's hard to believe 2 seasons have already come and gone! We thank you for listening to 35+ podcast episodes (and much love to our lovely, intelligent guests) full of redhead beauty, style and confidence tips. Here's a sneak peek of what is to come, when we will be back with Season 3 and what fun H2BAR projects we'll be working on in the upcoming months. In the meantime, have a beautiful start to Redhead Season and Rock it like a Redhead! Want to help us spread the news about the How to be a Redhead brand and this podcast? Please give us a 5 star review and tell your friends (redheads and everyone else) to subscribe! You can listen to this podcast directly on HowtobeaRedhead.com, on Apple iTunes, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. And don’t forget to look at the podcast notes to find links with products mentioned.. and so much more!

We, Adrienne and Stephanie, have curly red hair and discovered that embracing our curls was a challenging journey -- a similar feeling when learning to love our unique hair color. Before we launched HowtobeaRedhead.com, we were fans (and still are!) of NaturallyCurly.com, a website for curly hair. That's why we're excited to talk to co-founder of NaturallyCurly.com, Michelle Breyer. She helped create the leading community and resource for people with curly hair. Frustrated by the lack of information on curly hair and the limited products available in the marketplace, her and her business partner, Gretchen Heber, launched the site in 1998. Michelle answers the following questions: 1. Let’s talk about your hair journey! What was it like growing up with curly hair? 2. What have you learned from your journey in building NaturallyCurly? 3. If you could give a redhead with curly hair ONE tip (and one tip only) for the perfect curls, what would it be? 4. What is your current hair regimen? 5. What is your top tip

Microblading inserts semi-permanent pigment into the upper layers of skin to create the desired fullness and shape of the eyebrows. The effects last up to 12 months after which the pigment fades leaving the skin and your natural brows exactly as they were. The technique is very on-trend right now. But microblading can be difficult for redheads because redheads typically have lighter and coarser brows, and sometimes a semi-permanent color can be way too harsh. BUT, microblading can be done! A redhead needs to find the right professional who has worked on redheads before. Thanks to social media, we came across today's guest, Katie Ellis, on Instagram. One of Ellis' red-haired clients broke down in tears after seeing her new microbladed redhead brows. Ellis is from Fresno, California. She is a registered nurse turned beauty business entrepreneur. She realized after six long years in college and two years of nursing, her true passion is to help women feel beautiful through microblading. Giving her clients confide

The truth is: redheads are super cool, but we already knew that right?! To help understand just how cool we are, you should learn a little more about the history of red hair. That's why we're so excited to talk with Jacky Colliss Harvey. Jacky is the author of "Red: A History of the Redhead" and "My Life As A Redhead: A Journal". She studied English at Cambridge University and art history at the Courtauld Institute. She works in museum publishing and is a commentator and reviewer who speaks on the arts and their relation to popular culture. Her red hair has also found her an alternative career as a life model and a film extra playing everything from a society lady in Atonement to a Parisian whore in Bel-Ami. She splits her time between New York and London. We answers the following super interesting questions: 1. "Red: A History of the Redhead" tells the history of red hair throughout the ages. It traces back 50,000 years and dives into science, religion, feminism and sexuality, literature, and art. The book b

Microneedling is a procedure that uses fine needles to puncture the skin and create a controlled skin injury in order to rejuvenate the skin. It is used to treat and improve conditions like acne scarring, fine lines and wrinkles, loose skin, skin texture, pore size, brown spots, stretch marks, and pigment issues. Microneedling, in some form, has been practiced for more than 20 years. It’s also called skin needling, collagen induction therapy (CIT), and percutaneous collagen induction (PCI). Can redheads get this procedure? We talk with Tori Burns, Physician Assistant-Certified at The Center for Aesthetic and Laser Medicine in Tyler, TX. She gives redheads the 101 on microneedling. Podcast notes: COMING SOON!

The H2BAR Box is now offering a deluxe version of the beauty box, sent out 4 times a year, in addition to the monthly box! You now have 2 options for enjoying THE beauty subscription box for redheads! Adrienne and Stephanie answer many of the questions redheads have asked on social media about the Deluxe H2BAR Box. Complete details & podcast notes: https://howtobearedhead.com/redhead-deluxe-h2bar-box-launching-valued-at-250/ Head here to subscribe: www.h2barbox.com

Redheads have always said they need more anesthesia and experience more pain than blondes/brunettes. But is it an urban legend? No! "Redheads do experience more pain," says Dr. Daniel Sessler. He's a world-renowned researcher and anesthesiologist. He was quoted in the 2009 New York Times article, "Pain of Being a Redhead". He extensively studied redheads and concluded redheads DO experience more pain than most and DO need more anesthesia! This is a must-listen because of the important medical knowledge for all natural redheads! Dr. Sessler attended medical school at Columbia University, and subsequently completed pediatric and anesthesia residencies at the University of California, Los Angeles. He is chair and founder of the Department of Outcomes Research at Cleveland Clinic. Outcomes Research currently coordinates more than a hundred studies, including a dozen large, multi-center outcome trials. His papers have been cited more than 25,000 times. Dr. Sessler is on-air to answer the following questions: 1. Yo

For years, beauty and laser specialists have said: “Redheads can’t get laser hair removal because the laser technology can’t pick up blonde/light hair follicles.” Is this true? Founder & Medical Director of WIFH in Atlanta, Dr. Jay Kulkin, MD answers the question. He is a nationally recognized cosmetic laser specialist with more than thirty years of experience, and a member of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. While Dr. Kulkin is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, it is his initial laser training in the late 1980’s that lead to his expertise in cosmetic lasers. As one of the leading experts in the field, Dr. Kulkin has led laser workshops to teach his techniques across the United States and Canada, and frequently serves as an expert on the subject. Dr. Kulkin answers: 1. CAN redheads get laser hair removal? 2. If so, what type of laser hair removal would you recommend for a redhead? 3. We read, “The most common complication from laser hair removal is hyp

*GIVEAWAY! Fabiola Trujillo is giving away two (2) Perfect Glowing Tanning sets to two (2) H2BAR podcast listeners. *HOW TO ENTER: Simply leave a review on the H2BAR iTunes podcast & email info@howtobearedhead.com with a screenshot of your review* --> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-be-a-redhead/id1436407798 Fabiola is Miami’s go-to celebrity spray tan artist. Over the past 20+ years, her flourishing spray tanning business, Sobe Tan by Fabiola, has turned her into a household name for anyone seeking a safe, sunless bronzed look. Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, she opened a spa in Quito, Ecuador with the first tanning beds in the city. “I hate them now—using a tanning bed is one of the biggest regrets of my life," explains Fabiola. She has a passion for sunless tanning because it saved her skin and her life. Her talent has developed into a roster of die-hard clients—including Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez, Zac Efron, Matt Damon, Paris Hilton, Dan Marino. They are all known for gorgeous, streak

Natural redheads, this episode is for you too! eSalon is an award-winning home hair color product, shipped to your door. It is made specifically for you. You simply log onto the eSalon website, an expert crafts your color and it is delivered to your door. Stephanie, a natural redhead, who needs 3-4 hair glosses a year to “up” her red, is passionate about this service because the color is on-point and unique for each person/redhead; and you can do it yourself at home! We call the eSalon Client Education Manager, Courtney Goebel, who has 14 years of hands-on colorist experience. She has worked at some of the country’s top salons, so it’s no wonder she knows everything about hair color. Courtney has been with eSalon for nine years and was their third-ever employee! She now spearheads client education through in-person experiences, creating how-to videos, articles, and attending conferences and press events. Follow along at eSalon.com as we walk through the process redheads will go through when choosing their per

Irene O’Brien is a natural redhead fashion stylist living in Ireland who presents a live style slot weekly on the popular lifestyle TV show ‘RTE Today with Maura and Daithi’, with a specific focus on confidence in dressing and sustainable fashion. Irene is passionate about promoting confidence in style. She mentors and advises on how to harness power through clothing and how to present yourself. You can find her on Instagram, @ireneobrienstyle In this episode, we discuss fashion 101 tips for redheads with these questions for Irene: 1. We deem a lot of colors ‘redhead friendly’ -- everything from cobalt blue to eggplant purple to burnt orange. What colors do you love seeing on a redhead? 2. Many redheads are afraid to wear colors like red (matches red hair), whites and beiges (especially if they have fair skin) and yellow (some say it’s too bright). What do you think? 3. How can a redhead find colors that work for her red hair? 4. What are some wardrobe essentials every redhead needs in her closet? 5. We

You might have heard Susan Ciminelli's expert advice in Season 1, Episode 13 of the H2BAR Podcast. Her advice was extremely popular so we are excited to have her back! Susan Ciminelli is a world-renowned holistic health, beauty and wellness guru with an unrivaled approach to skincare. For nearly 35 years, the elite have experienced firsthand her innate ability to identify the root of any skin concern and how to bring the body back into balance. Susan is known for her "Ciminelli Glow" and has traveled the world cultivating treatments to help A-lister’s like Jennifer Lopez, Kate Moss, and Cindy Crawford. In this new episode on Season 2, we spoke with Susan Ciminelli about topics the How to be a Redhead asked us after her 1st episode aired: 1. We got a ton of questions on finding the right skin regimen for the morning and evening. We also saw a Facebook live video you did on your page talking about how to use your products in the proper steps. What regimen do you recommend to your clients day and night? 2. Let’s

Kiera Doyle is a hairdresser, facilitator and director of Digital Education for L’Oreal who believes alignment and authenticity should be at the core of everything we do. And, she is a TEDx speaker who resides in New York City. You can find her on Instagram @Hairofthegirl. With a background in PR, beauty and yoga, her mixed bag of skills led her to L’Oreal where she saw an opportunity to empower hairdressers to align with their purpose and tap into their business potential via the digital age. She is currently exploring the Human Design system and is the host of Beauty Therapy Podcast, a conversation that bridges spirituality/wellness and the beauty industry. Kiera has known Adrienne & Stephanie since 2002 when they met in high school -- she has been doing their hair ever since. She was also the hairstylist for the “How to be a Redhead” book, multiple photo shoots and fashion shows at Rock it like a Redhead beauty events. We take this time to look back and discuss important questions that truly feels li

Ross Ellis is the founder and CEO of STOMP Out Bullying. She is nationally recognized as an expert for her work in bullying and cyberbullying prevention, violence against children, as well as being an expert in online safety. Ross gives life changing tips on how redheads can defend themselves against bullies. She has over 20 years of experience in the non-profit and corporate sector, and has been a child advocate for more than two decades. She educates on reducing and preventing bullying, cyberbullying, and other digital abuse.   In 2005, Ross founded STOMP Out Bullying, the leading national bullying and cyberbullying prevention nonprofit for kids and teens in the U.S. STOMP Out Bullying has since become the most influential anti-bullying organization in the country. Under Ms. Ellis’ leadership, STOMP Out Bullying has helped over 5 million youths in resolving bullying situations. She established a 24/7 HelpChat Line for youths who have been bullied, cyberbullied and at-risk for suicide. To date the organi

Maria Salandra is a natural redhead, is known in the celebrity circuit as *the* nail artist and since 2013 has been Rihanna’s personal nail artist. Maria's success story is incredibly unique. She wanted a career in music and only started to do nails as a side hustle. But eventually, one of her two career paths started to take off faster than the other. With help from a few friends in the film industry, she landed her first Hollywood film: "Mixed Nuts", starring Steven Martin, Adam Sandler, and Rita Wilson. And then, her big break came along. The Italian nail artist found herself on set for the iconic series "The Sopranos", where she was in charge of the nails for all the principles. These Hollywood jobs led to some incredible redhead clientele like Nicole Kidman, Julianne Moore, Julia Roberts (Julia will always be a redhead in our eyes because of her iconic role in “Pretty Woman”!). Maria has done the nails of the Kardashian-Jenner clan and other celebs like Rachel McAdams, Christina Aguilera, and Jennifer

May 24th is considered “Don’t Fry Day” by the Skin Cancer Foundation. We're speaking with Dr. Dendy Engelman, a spokesperson for The Skin Cancer Foundation and a board-certified dermatologic surgeon practicing in New York City. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and the Skin Cancer Foundation, Dr. Dendy Engelman and H2BAR are reminding people to be sun-safe over the Memorial Day weekend and all through the summer. Dr. Dendy Engelman is currently an associate at Manhattan Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery. She has extensive training and experience in cosmetic dermatology - including neurotoxins, injectable fillers, and chemical peels. Most recently, Dr. Engelman was appointed Director of Dermatologic Surgery at New York Medical College. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and American College of Mohs Surgery. We ask her the following questions: 1. What are some of your top sun tips for redheads? 2. Is SPF 100 really more effective than 30 or 50? 3.

Everyone knows H2BAR loves a sibling bond! Brooke & Lauren are The Skin Sisters with a decade of professional dermatology experience. Both Brooke & Lauren are board-certified dermatology Physician Assistants and have expertise in all aspects of dermatology from skin cancer surgery to cosmetic procedures. They answer these specific redhead skin questions: Can redheads get laser? Is dermaplaning recommended for redheads? Can redheads shave their face? Skin hydration is a must for redheads. What skin sprays do you recommend? Hair shedding is common amongst redheads. What is causing this? What are the best sunscreens for the scalp? What specific skin products would you recommend for redheads? --- no appointment necessary! Podcast notes: https://howtobearedhead.com/podcast-s2-ep3-specific-redhead-skin-questions-answered/

Liz Washer kicks off Season 2 as Adrienne and Stephanie’s 1st guest on the How to be a Redhead podcast. She is a professional makeup artist and has worked on redhead brides since 2005. Based in Massachusetts, she is recognized for her natural touch and eye for color. She is proficient at HD makeup application (including airbrush); her specialty is clean, feature-enhancing, camera-ready makeup. Liz worked with H2BAR on a ‘RED-itorial’ photo shoot in 2011 in Boston, MA, and both Adrienne and Stephanie loved her work ever since! At the end of Episode 16 in Season 1, we briefly discussed makeup tips for redhead brides. So many of you reached out wanting more advice! We couldn’t think of anyone better than Liz to share expert makeup tips with our redhead audience. See her many bridal 'Redhead Friendly' recommendations: https://howtobearedhead.com/redhead-makeup-tips-for-brides-and-bridesmaids-podcast/