A healthy scalp is key to a beautiful head of hair. Maintaining the right balance of oils ensures the hair root can take hold and remain in place.  Nourishing the scalp through vitamins, exfoliation and increased blood flow provides optimal nutrition and conditions for hair growth.

Azur West provides a variety of nutritional supplements and products designed to keep your scalp its healthiest, to reduce hair loss, increase texture and density of hair, and to avoid thinning hair.

Shu Uemura Art of Hair used their research on aromatherapy to create Essential Drops. A dropper of carefully selected oils to help balance and maintain the health of the scalp while providing inner balance.  From the purifying and invigorating peppermint oil to the combination of lemon and catnip for a calming effect, enriched with ginger stimulierndem, embedded in the non-greasy oil of tamanu nut, rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acids. Plus, combined with the steam of your shower, it turns your daily routine into a luxurious spa-like experience.

Kérastase has developed specific blends of nutritional supplements designed to ensure your scalp and hair have the nourishment they need to take root, hold strong and grow beautifully. From the Densitive blend of nutrients for men or women experiencing thinning to the Age Premium vitamins created for women’s hair loss due to aging and hormonal changes, there is something perfect for everyone.

Ask your Azur West stylist about the right products to balance your scalp and ensure a perfect environment to grow a healthy (and beautiful!) head of hair.

In the last year, there have also been some big changes happening at our home here in West Ave. Several new stores and restaurants have opened, making this the hottest destination for shopping and dining in Houston. If you haven’t spent much time in West Ave yet, make it a priority to do so!  We will profile different stores periodically, so check back to our blog for information on other exciting businesses. Today, read about two of our neighbors whom we know you will love:

The Cameo Boutique, by Dr. Forrest Roth, is our newest neighbor. Dr. Roth is a plastic surgeon with superior training and experience with an amazing new space for all of your cosmetic, make-up and skin care needs.

Their on-site make-up artist, Anthony Garcia, is available for a quick touch up after your hair service to make sure your look is complete before heading back to work or for a night on the town.

Just mention Azur West for a 25% off introductory special for Botox and fillers. A 20% off special is offered for all surgical procedures and 15% off for all retail products. Schedule your consultation at 713-559-9300.

Our next door neighbor, Ivory Bridal Atelier, features fashion-forward designer gowns for any bride’s special day. Sisters Ronit & Sharon Levy combined their years of experience working in fashion merchandising in New York City for such brands as Hugo Boss, Louis Vuitton and Laura Mercier to create a place like no other in Houston. They work to make sure each bride finds that one-of-a-kind dress through their personalized consultations, showings and fittings. Call to set-up an appointment to visit their gorgeous boutique at 713-550-1622.

Azur West is partnering with our West Ave neighbor, Saint Genevieve, to host a salon happy hour on Wednesday, March 28th from 6 – 9 p.m. Saint Genevieve offers a relaxed vibe with unique plates and an eclectic mix of cocktails for the perfect after-work destination. Drink specials and tasty bites for Azur West clients will be offered.

Stop by to mingle with the Azur West staff after work! And be sure to invite that friend whom you have always wanted to introduce to the salon. We’ll have a drawing for a makeover for your friend, while offering discounts on future product purchases for you.

See you there!

Celebrities are wearing it. You can’t be a Victoria’s Secret model without it. Women in Houston are now asking for it by name. What is it? Balayage! As the old saying goes, “what goes around comes around” and Balayage is back as strong as ever. Balayage is a hair coloring technique designed to create natural-looking highlights with a soft grow out. Clients don’t get the noticeable and obvious root, meaning they get more wear out of their highlights investment. It’s a great alternative to regular foil highlights.

The stylists at Azur West have been perfecting their Balayage technique lately, giving that perfectly natural”sun-kissed” look to clients who want to look like they just returned from the perfect beach vacation or who like that “California Blonde” look.

Want to experience Balayage for yourself? Call us at 713.400.2987 for a complimentary consultation with any of our stylists to learn more.

Siyan Hem and Jennifer Stepp, new Senior Stylists at Azur West

Azur West, a Shu Uemura Art of Hair Salon, welcomes Jennifer Stepp and Siyan Hem to the salon’s roster of stylists.

Jennifer, an experienced hair color specialist, has over eight years of experience in the art of hair color. She is the “go-to gal” for color correction, dimensional color placement and color formulation. With a background as the Color Manager for the popular Alan Murphy Salon in North Houston, Jennifer led their education program while building a strong following of clients. She has even been tapped in the past by various product manufacturers to test and introduce new products and color techniques for use in their national education procedures. Jennifer loves staying abreast of current trends and styles in the industry. She is an excellent resource for any client looking for a seasonal color change or for advice on a new look.

Siyan joins the team as a Senior Stylist with a very impressive background in hair. From the Vidal Sassoon Academy to an apprenticeship under the prestigious Marco Evangelisti, Siyan does amazing hair. Before she left Boston to relocate to warmer Houston, she had a several week waiting list of loyal clients who sought her skills. She loves fun, short styles, she does a mean long-layer cut,  and she is incredible with maintaining or changing hair color, especially blondes. Her fun, upbeat personality is already a hit with her new clients in Houston.

Call Azur West at 713-400-AZUR (2987) to book an experience with Jennifer Stepp or Siyan Hem before the secret is out on these two new talents!

Some of the Award-Winning Design of Azur West

Azur West is proud to announce our salon was awarded “Best Commercial Retail Design” by the American Society of Interior Designers – Texas Gulf Coast Chapter for 2011. The space was designed in conjunction with Houston’s Kirksey architectural design firm and national award-winning salon designer, Peter Millard. Make an appointment at Azur West and relax in our beautiful, Asian-inspired environment with Houston’s most talented stylists. You won’t be disappointed!