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Rest In Peace, Isaac Hayes

BuzzSugar — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 11:33:42 PDT

It was a pretty depressing weekend in the world of entertainment as we lost first Bernie Mac and then Isaac Hayes. Hayes passed away on Sunday in Memphis, Tennessee at the age of 65.

Many people know Hayes as the deep-voiced singer who brought the theme song to Shaft into the world. In 1972, he won the Oscar for that song, becoming the first African-American to win an Oscar in a non-acting category. Hayes went on to pick up three Grammy awards and was inducted into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame in 2002.

For people of a younger generation, however, Hayes will be remembered as the voice of Chef on South Park. To enjoy a video set to Chef's "Chocolate Salty Balls" in Hayes's honor, just

read more. Warning: The video includes some content that is NSFW, but it is also hilarious. Source

Speed Racer: Shaft is Cast, Possible Chimp Abuse

BuzzSugar — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 09:32:16 PDT

Can you dig it?
Richard Roundtree, better known as the original Shaft, has been cast in Speed Racer, joining the likes of Susan Sarandon, John Goodman, Emile Hersch, Matthew Fox and Christina Ricci. Recently seen playing Simone's father in NBC's "Heroes," Roundtree has otherwise spent his time lately in TV movies and miniseries. In Speed Racer, "Roundtree will play Ben Burns, a racer-turned-commentator who is an icon to the fans and a hero to Speed."

And then there's this...
PETA has said it most certainly cannot dig it when it comes to the chimpanzee being used for the Speed Racer movie. The chimp has reportedly been beaten on the set, and has also bitten one of the young actors. A testy correspondence between PETA officials and producer Joel Silver reveals that PETA has asked the filmmakers to use animatronics instead of live animals. Silver responded with assurances that the animal was being treated properly and they would continue to use live animals. PETA then pointed out that there is still no supervision of the animal during his off hours, when abuse is likely to occur, and thus calls Silver's assurances "meaningless."

Um, go Speed Racer, go?

The Dos and Don'ts of Coloring Your Hair at Home

Annie Tomlin — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 06:00:04 PDT

The models above have gorgeous, velvety brown hair. And if you guessed that this color came from hours in an expensive salon chair, you'd be wrong. Colorist Marie Robinson colored their hair for the Spring 2012 Naeem Khan show with Clairol Perfect 10 (some of which she picked up at a nearby drugstore during a last-minute run). "Coloring hair at home isn't as scary as people think," she says. "A lot of people don't realize how easy it can be." Here are the dos and don'ts of unboxing your color.

Can This Salon Treatment Really Restore Damaged Hair?

Miriam Lacey — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 07:10:57 PDT

Our friend Courtney has gorgeous natural waves and sunny-golden highlights, but she's been trying to grow her hair out. She's worried that heat styling and previous experiments with hair color have left her hair too damaged. Enter L'Oréal Professionnel's new Fiberceutic salon treatment (from $35–$55), which promises to fully reconstruct and strengthen damaged hair in three treatments (along with an at-home mask to maintain the results). We took Courtney to San Francisco's Bibbo Salon and Spa, where stylist Bibbo Sabb administered the initial round of Fiberceutic. Curious to see whether it made a difference? To see Courtney after her treatment, and find out what Fiberceutic actually does, just keep reading.

The Pros and Cons of Henna Hair Dye

Miriam Lacey — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 04:05:49 PDT

Henna is one of the oldest and most popular ways to change your hair color, but for such a commonly used dyeing agent, there's comparatively little information around on why, how, and when henna is a good choice and when it isn't. If you're contemplating coloring your hair with henna instead of a peroxide or ammonia-based dye but don't know whether you're making the right decision, here's a quick, easy guide to the pros and cons.

Trick Yourself Into an Exercising Routine With These Tips

Leta Shy — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 03:07:23 PDT

Most of us have experienced it: we make excuse after excuse for not going on a run or hitting the gym, but once we actually finish our workout, we think, "That wasn't so bad!" For many, the hardest part of maintaining a regular exercise routine is motivating yourself to start exercising. There are so many things that get in the way - sleeping through alarms, extra-long doctor's appointment, or deadlines at work can keep us from staying motivated in order to make a once-off workout a regular routine.

If you are looking to start or maintain an exercise routine but haven't been able to stay on track, it may help to think small. Here are a few tips for tricking yourself into exercising more and creating an exercise routine.

Have a standing date with a workout buddy. Busy schedules mean some friends can get the shaft. If you feel like you need a little more quality time with a bestie, try setting up dates that only involve something active so you can socialize while you work out. Associating the weekly workout with something fun may keep you from dreading it.
Vow to do one active thing each day. Does the idea of booking it to the gym every day sound daunting? Start off small by making little goals for yourself each day. Whether it's taking a walking break every few hours or rounding up the family for an easy weekend hike, start making goals that sounds fun and easy to do so you can ease yourself into an exercise routine.

Read on for more tips for tricking yourself into exercising more!

3 Dos (and 1 Don't) of Summertime Shaving

Jaime Richards — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 05:00:00 PDT

While a recent survey found that 58 percent of women fеаr bikini аnd leg stubble during the warm-weather months, hopefully very few of these women find fear in the actual process of shaving itself. Sure, multiple blades contained within a razor can look daunting, but when all is said and done, shaving produces instant results. And besides, shaving can also assist in "polishing" your skin, leaving behind a healthy glow.

So don't be afraid of the blade, but do:

Keep the skin relaxed during a shave: But in areas that are more difficult to reach or where hair grows from various angles, don't be afraid to pull the skin more taut to make it easier to move the razor around.
Make shaving the last thing you do: Hair that's been softened and plumped throughout the length of a warm shower is hair that's easier to shave. So the next time you step in the shower, wait until the very end to bust out that razor.
Use a razor with a pivoting head and multiple blades: For a smoother, closer shave, choose a razor that moves with the body. And as for those multiple blades, the reason they work so well is that they reduce friction on the skin. They also help lift hairs up, allowing the hair to be cut much nearer to the shaft. Try: Schick Quattro For Women ($12).

But don't:

Shave and then immediately head to the ocean: Jumping into the salty ocean water (or even chlorine in a pool) can irritate the skin. Instead, try shaving the night before swimming to avoid the ouch factor.

Michael Kors Talks About the Scents of His Life

Allure — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 13:00:00 PDT

We're excited to present this story from Allure, featuring designer Michael Kors!

Michael Kors says he has a few signature items in his wardrobe that he would feel naked without: aviator sunglasses, his grandfather's wedding ring, and a black crew-neck T-shirt worn under a sweater. He's aiming for the same degree of everyday dependability with his new scent, Gold Eau de Toilette, a sheerer version of his well-established Signature, with tuberose, magnolia, freesia, orange blossom, and musk. I recently sat down with the designer and Project Runway judge to talk about the new scent (which goes on sale in August) and a variety of other smells he likes - and loathes. See his quotes when you keep reading.

5 Old-Fashioned Beauty Secrets That Actually Work

Miriam Lacey — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 03:10:52 PDT

When it comes to beauty, maybe we should all be listening to our grandmothers more. Because while some of the beauty practices popular in the past were notoriously dangerous (ahem, lead white foundation), many of the simple, natural treatments women favored are not only useful, but pretty darn smart as well. So how can you amp up your beauty routine the easy, inexpensive way your gran would have? To find out, just keep reading.

Here's Why You Should Never Heat Your Flat Iron All the Way Up

Miriam Lacey — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 13:16:00 PST

My flat iron at home lets me heat it up to all kinds of ultrahot temperatures, but according to trichologist Iain Sallis, you should never heat an iron up above 180 degrees Celsius (or 356 degrees Fahrenheit). Beyond that you can potentially damage your hair's cuticle. Cuticle damage roughens your hair, frizzes it out, and exposes the hair shaft's internal structure, leading to split ends and eventual breakage. But keeping your iron low isn't the only way to save your hair. Want to see more clever tips from Sallis and other professionals for keeping your hair in good condition when you're straightening? Then just keep reading.