Featured Story: Not My Daughter... Find a Cure Now!

Denyse is the founder of a nonprofit organization called Not My Daughter... Find A Cure Now! She has lived here locally in Parkland for the past 25 years and is rooted in community. In today’s article, Denyse opens up about her journey of being diagnosed with breast cancer and life after overcoming it.

Ten years ago, Denyse felt a lump on her upper rib cage. This is not a typical place for a breast lump. She quickly learned 5% of breast tissue can fade below breasts and under armpits. Feeling alarmed, she scheduled an appointment with her doctor to get examined and see what it might be. After receiving her test results, they confirmed that she had an extremely aggressive form of breast cancer..

At the time, she was only 40 years old when she received the shocking news. She had three children under the age of 10, who gave her the extraordinary drive to focus purely on her recovery. Denyse was one of the lucky oness because she had access to great health care and excellent physicians. Since she was diagnosed early during stage one, there were high hopes of it being cured and having a full recovery. Other foundational parts of her recovery were having great health insurance, a strong family unit, and a vast group of friends who would support her through every step of the process.

After Denye’s treatment was finished, she gathered with a group of friends to see how they can give back to the community. They all agreed they wanted to start a nonprofit organization and would include their children throughout the process to have a positive impact on future generations. This paved the way for a grass roots breast cancer charity called Not My Daughter...Find a Cure Now! This nonprofit organization, formed in 2010, focuses their fundraising efforts on raising money for research and ancillary services for patients and survivors. To this date, nearly a million dollars has been donated to research development and services.

The first Patient Services Center, where a vast array of support can be received at no charge, will be opening this October at The University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center in Plantation, Florida. The committee has grown to over 40 people. Part of what makes it such an incredible organization is the focus on impacting future generations. The local teens are encouraged to volunteer with Not My Daughter...Find a Cure Now! They assist with events in order to earn volunteer hours. While accumulating thousands of volunteer service hours, these young people are also learning about the importance of philanthropy, becoming more aware of breast cancer, and how to help.

Their flagship event is the 10th Annual Shopping Boutique and Luncheon. Can you believe it’s been a decade already? It is on October 28th at the Coral Springs Marriott. Not My Daughter… Find a Cure Now! is hoping for another sellout of over 600 women. You can enjoy a morning of shopping for boutique items such as clothing and jewelry from over 40 vendors. Raffle and auction items will be given away throughout the event. In the afternoon, you will experience a fantastic luncheon. Tickets are on sale until October 21st, but may be sold out before then. All of the proceeds support the mission of Not My Daughter… Find a Cure Now! to raise funds or continued research and to provide services for those who would not be able to afford it.

Thank you, Denyse, for sharing your story about how you created something beautiful out of a life-changing experience. You were not only resilient through your recovery, but have made a lasting impact with Not My Daughter…Find a Cure Now! that is sure to positively influence the future generations to come.

If you are interested in getting involved with Not My Daughter… Find a Cure Now!, you can visit their website at notmydaughter.org to purchase tickets, volunteer, or become a sponsor and change lives.

Can't keep up with styling your own hair?

Let’s be honest about something: doing your own hair is HARD. If you’ve ever tried to blow dry your own hair, you know exactly what I’m talking about. Your arms are up in the air for a long time and get sore after a while. There are some spots on your head, like near the back and top of the crown, that are hard to reach and awkward to angle the blow dryer. You can never get it as smooth as you want. I would say most of us can agree that we don’t actually enjoy blow dying our own hair, and we most likely aren’t that great at it either.  And that’s exactly why you should consider getting a membership.

Imagine this: You arrive at Glambar for your appointment and can enjoy some coffee or champagne until your appointment begins. Your favorite hair stylist greets you with a warm smile and is excited to see you and catch up. Once you get to the shampoo station, you can sit back and relax as the warm water goes through your hair. After a stressful week, that scalp massage feels amazing and releases the tension in your shoulders. The shampoo and conditioner rejuvenates your hair and has a refreshing fragrance. At the stylist’s station, you can sit down and enjoy some pampering. In small sections, your hair is effortlessly blown out and becomes silky smooth. This week you’re feeling like the Girl Next Door, so you decide on the light beach waves. After 45 minutes, your hair is flawless and ready to go for the rest of the week. 

This routine can be made possible with a membership. You can choose to come in twice a month, 4 times a month, or to get 48 blow outs yearly. Memberships come with special perks, too! Depending on your membership level, you can get one complimentary deep conditioning treatment or scalp massage each month. We want to celebrate your birthday with you, so you can come in for a free blow out on us for your special day. You also get 10% off of our retail products, and additional blow outs are only $35. Best of all, you can stop worrying about your hair and let us take care of it for you.

Are you weighing whether or not a membership is the right fit for you? Come visit us or call (954) 688-9837 and we can walk you through the different options. We can’t wait to see you soon!

The Glambar Experience

Part of what makes Glambar unique is the amazing experience we provide from the moment you walk-in. You’re immediately greeted by a friendly face to get you checked-in. We have a variety of rereshments available from water, Nespresso coffee, and champagne to cookies and protein bars. If you get there a little early, you can flip through the Glambar Magazine with the latest tips and looks for the season. 

Once your stylist is ready, the fun begins! You’ll head over to the shampoo and conditioner station where you’ll be able to sit back and relax. We only use the best hair products like Unite and LivingProof for our guests. When you’re getting your hair washed, you will be able to smell how fresh it is. Afterwards, your hair is going to feel incredibly soft and silky. If you’re like me and love a nice head rub, you should ask about the 10-minute head massage. You’ll thank me later. 

When working with any of our amazing stylists, they can style your hair however you’d like. Some of our most popular signature looks are Glamorous, Leading Lady, Girl Next Door, Old Hollywood, and Bombshell. Not sure what look you want to go for today? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! We have a Look Book with all of our signature hair styles for you to choose from. 

In just 45 minutes, your hair is on point and looks flawless. If there were any products you loved that the stylist used to perfect this look, you can ask what they recommend including as part of your hair regimen. They’ll hand-select these items for you based off of your hair type and texture, and bring them with you to check-out. As you’re checking out, you can ask about the Memberships and Packages we offer to use for your next visit. 

The best part is seeing our guests look and feel confident. With a little more pep in your step, you’re ready to tackle your day feeling refreshed. Are you ready for the Glambar Experience? Schedule your appointment today, and we will see you soon!

3 Reasons to Visit Glambar

Glambar has it's own line of makeup!

My biggest passion in life is making women feel confident in who they are, and GlamBar is the perfect way to make that happen as a blow dry bar that offers makeup artistry. In order to do this, I created a custom makeup line called GLAMBAR. As a makeup artist for over ten years, I never dreamed of creating my own line. I love our furry friends, so it's cruelty-free and hasn’t been tested on animals. It’s been a lot of fun creating the final colors, finishes, and designs. My vision was to create something for ladies that can go to the office, through time with the kids, and a night out on the town. It’s like the Little Black Dress for makeup. This is why I created a palette system. It will have everything from multiple foundations, powders, blushes, eye shadows, lipsticks, lip glosses, and more. It will be available in the stores so you can create personalized palettes. You will be able to create the perfect look on the go, wherever you go.

We use the BEST hair products.

When hand-picking the final hair product lines, I chose Living Proof and Unite. Living Proof is a hair care system that focuses on the long-term health of your hair. It’s basically nutrition for your hair. Unite is a hairdresser’s gold mine. It has an amazing formula for people who color their hair and helps keep the color from straying. Both smell fabulous! When coming to us for weekly or biweekly blowouts, these products will actually make your hair healthier, which is an added bonus to pampering yourself. 

We have the Dream Team.

In addition to the products, our team at GlamBar is unique. We strive for consistency, superb service, and excellent communication. There will always be someone to warmly greet you on the phone and when you arrive at the salon. We will have look books, photographed by yours truly, so you can choose exactly what hair or makeup style you want. All of the stylists will have ongoing training and the knowledge to answer any questions you may have about your hair. Refreshments like coffee and champagne are available throughout your time with us. We want the whole experience from start to finish to blow you away.

You see, to me, GlamBar is about more than just hair and makeup. It’s about how we’ll make you feel with the service we give you. The local women in this area are expected to balance a lot. A lot of you are working mothers, on committees for nonprofits, or manage hectic households. It’s hard to balance it all, and I want to take some of it off of your plate. When you walk into GlamBar, I want you to feel a sense of community, relief, and trust. For you to know you’re in a place where you can unwind from your busy life and relax. When you walk out, I want you to feel more accomplished and confident in who you are. If we can give you this feeling on a weekly basis, imagine how unstoppable you will be.

Are you ready to try some makeup or hair products? Or do you maybe want to meet our Dream Team in person? Just schedule an appointment or walk-in during our business hours, where we will greet you with coffee or champagne. I promise you will leave feeling unstoppable ;)

Erin Martin: The Beauty & Brains Behind the Brand

Meet Erin Martin

Erin is the founder, owner, and CEO of

Glambar. She lives here locally in Coral

Springs with her husband, Phil, and two

children, Peyton and Caleb. Her family is

her pride and joy. In today’s blog, Erin

opens up about the journey of starting her

third business and how it all began.

In mid-December of last year, my husband Phil and I were talking about the next step we wanted to take in our careers. We originally thought we were going to scale our photography business. Eventually, I decided that was something I didn’t really want to do. My mom and I were brainstorming how my husband and I can continue down this path of making sure family comes first while our children are young. Our desire was to forge a future without having to go back to work for somebody else. My mom said, “Erin, I think you’re going to have to think outside the box for this one. Maybe you could franchise something.” Later that day, I was talking to Grace, who used to be my hair stylist at the photography studio and knew about my photography business. She said, “ You know what? I think you should open a blow dry bar in your area. It’s really needed there.” That was it. Once the idea was in my head, I knew that I wanted to do it. GlamBar became a legal entity by January 1st and the next chapter unfolded.

As an entrepreneur at heart, I have started three businesses so far. My career in the beauty industry began when I was 18 and started working as a makeup artist at MAC. For eleven years, I worked with them and other makeup lines to learn the ins and outs of the retail side. I opened my first business in LA called A Touch of Color when I was 22. I offered freelance hair and makeup services for weddings, productions, and photoshoots. Even after I moved to South Florida, I had kept it going for awhile.

When I had my first baby, Peyton, I wanted to step away from the makeup industry. I have a Bachelor’s in the Arts and decided to go back to my roots and pursue photography, which brought Erin Martin Photography to life when I was 29. This was perfect as a mom of two because I could set my own schedule, be there for my two little ones, and have a business I was passionate about. All photoshoots would include professional hair and makeup. Photography fuses my love of showing women how to embrace their confidence and the beauty industry where I first came from.

After owning a photography studio for 6 years, I wanted to take it to the next level. What better way to combine my experience in the beauty industry and glamour photography than opening a blow dry bar? So here I am, at 35, starting my third business. My passion is making women feel confident in who they are, and Glambar is the perfect way to make that happen by combining a blow dry bar and makeup artistry.

Are you ready to feel confident again, or maybe even for the first time? Schedule an appointment at Glambar or walk-in and see what we are all about! “Let us help you create a life you LOVE, not just a life you live.”

5 Tips to bring Your Summer Makeup Look into Fall

There’s no denying summer is pretty much over. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news... But don’t be sad! It just means it’s time to switch up your makeup, update your collection and get your fall looks sorted! Check out our top 5 tips for flawlessly transitioning your summer makeup into the next season.

1. Switch Up Your Lip Shades

In the summer, we tend to gravitate towards coral/pinkish toned lip shades. However, fall is the time to switch things up and bring out your darker and red/berry toned lipsticks. You’ll be amazed how just changing your lip color can make your look seem more appropriate for autumn. Try these GLAMBAR colors to mix up your lip wardrobe.

2. Do a foundation test

The summer sun naturally darkens your skin tone, so as the months get cooler, be sure to check your current favorite foundation still matches your skin tone. If you fake tan throughout the year this may not be a concern, but it’s still worth checking to avoid any dodgy foundation lines. I love using GlamBar luminous foundation all year round!

3. Try a softer Blush

Swap out your pretty pink blusher for a softer, warmer toned blush. Our blush in the shade of Coral Sun is one of our favorites for a seasonal transition. It’s perfect for that fluttery fall flush we all adore.

4. Try out the earthy tones

Earthy toned eyeshadows are a super easy way to transition your makeup for fall. Swap your brighter shades for more neutral tones such as browns. Even try a pop of orange bronze to keep on the Pumpkin Spice trend. Hint: we love copper shades on green eyes! Try our pallet with this amazing trio of colors - copper, lucky penny, and bare bisque

5. Don’t forget the highlighter

When I move into fall, I love to keep that glow going! I just simply switch from a golden undertone that I used in summer to a pink/cooler undertone for fall and winter. My favorite is Glambar’s stick highlighter luminizer or ice gold.

With these five tips, you’ll have no problem bringing your summer look into fall. Want to try some of these products for yourself and see what looks best on you this season? Come visit us at Glambar to try it out for yourself! :)

How to Make Your Blowout Last Overnight

After you visit Glambar and have a blowout, your hair is going to look and feel amazing. A lot of our clients mention they want this look everyday and want it to last as long as possible. So we put together an easy way for you to make your blowout last overnight. Keep on reading to try it out!

What you’ll need:

• Claw clip

• Bobby pins

• Satin pillowcase

Step 1: Get an AMAZING blowout at Glambar ;)

Step 2: Gather all of your beautiful hair

Step 3: Put it into a loose bun

Step 4: Use a claw clip or bobby pins to secure it

Step 5: For the best results, sleep on a satin pillowcase that night

Step 6: The next morning, take out the claw clip or bobby pins and style as you wish

Are you ready to take the first step and have a blowout that makes you feel fabulous? Schedule an appointment today with one of our talented stylists or visit the salon any day of the week. Trust me, your hair with be glad you did!

Ribbon Cutting

On July 18th, we celebrated Glambar’s, Coral Springs premier blow dry and makeup bar, Grand Opening. What better way to launch than with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with Coral Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce? Many fellow Chamber members, friends, family, clients, and new friends joined us for the event. 

This was the perfect way for everyone to tour the newest and best blow-dry bar in the community. All the unsurpassed hair products, like our Living Proof shampoos and conditioners and Unite’s haircare systems, were full stocked at the work stations and available to take home. It’s not always easy to know what sort of makeup you want or need, so our incredible stylists were matching guests with their favorite shades of lipstick, foundation colors, and the like. 

Some of our guests loved it so much, they scheduled their first blowout and makeover that same day! They got to choose one of our signature looks for hair styles and makeup. We always love when moms and daughters come into the salon together, because it’s a fun way to get dolled up and spend time with one another. As a special treat for our first 50 clients, they were gifted these awesome goodie bags with some of our favorite Living Proof products to take home.

After we mingled, toured the space, and had some refreshments, IT WAS FINALLY TIME! Everyone moved outside for the ceremony. With everyone gathered around and huge scissors, Erin cut the red ribbon. One cannot easily describe the feeling that washed over the team in that moment as we were surrounded by others celebrating our new business with us. But I can tell you it’s a joy like nothing else in the world.

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for Glambar’s Grand Opening. Did you happen to miss it? Don’t worry! We are open 7 days a week and accept walk-ins. Or just schedule your appointment today ;)