Most people suffer from dry hair. Some of the common causes of dry hair includes overuse of hair products, too much sun exposure, excessive washing and hereditary. Aside from looking dull and unhealthy, dry hair could also lead to dandruff and hair loss.
There are a lot of ways to help add moisture to your hair. Mind you, you don’t have to spend too much in order to bring back your hair’s moisture. Sometimes, the ingredients you need are already available at home. So, get those ingredients out and feel free to try out these inexpensive home remedies.
Pre-rinse treatments
Vinegar
Vinegar is a great remedy for dull and dry hair. Mix water and apple cider vinegar and use this solution to rinse your hair. This solution could help remove the buildup of hair products. After using it as a pre-rinse, you’ll see that your hair is much easier to comb.
The vinegar’s acidity could weaken your hair, so it is best to limit the use to once a month.
Scalp massage
Sesame oil
Sesame oil could be used as a scalp massage. It is a great alternative to the more expensive oils.
Mix 2 to 3 tablespoons of sesame oil with grated ginger and use it to massage your scalp. The ginger is especially helpful if you have dandruff. Wrap your hair in a warm towel and leave it for about 10 to 15 minutes. Then, shampoo your hair afterwards.
Deep conditioner
Beer
If you wish to add in moisture to your hair, beer would be a great option. Spray a small amount of beer into your hair after shampooing. Leave it on until it dries. Once it dries, the smell will be gone and your hair will be soft and shiny.
Hair mask
Banana and hair mask
Mash a very ripe banana and add 2 tablespoons of honey and 1 tablespoon of almond oil (optional). Mix well. If you have long hair, you may need 2 bananas. Apply this mask onto your hair and leave it on for about 20 to 30 minutes. Then, shampoo your hair after the treatment.
I love wearing my hair curly, but it took a long time to say that. My hair was a mix of frizz, waves, ringlets and crazy hair until I worked out an easy routine to style my curly hair that made the most of my curls.
You might think I always straighten my hair after my 30 Braids in 30 Days hairstyles, but it’s not the case. I straighten my hair for tutorials as it is easier to photograph and restyle for the step-by-step photos.
Plus the more you touch curly hair, the frizzier it becomes. My first styling tip is stop touching your hair. The oil and dirt from your hands creates frizz and will mess up your curls.
How to style curly hair
This is my quick way to style curly hair when I want to wear it out.
Use a conditioning treatment, or leave your conditioner on for 3-5 minutes. Use a wide tooth comb or tangle teezer to get rid of any knots. This is the last time you will comb your hair. Comb gently, as wet hair is more prone to breakages.
Rinse your shampoo and conditioner thoroughly.
Turn your head upside-down, and gently shake your hair to let the curls form their natural shape. I use my fingertips on my scalp to lift my hair and let the curls take shape.
Don’t rub your hair with a towel. I squeeze the water out instead of rubbing my hair and breaking up the curls. A microfiber towel, or t-shirt is even better as they are smoother on your hair.
Apply a curl cream or mousse. I used Aveda Be Curly Style Prep and Curl Enhancer. Apply the Style Prep first, then the curl Enhancer which has a creamy texture.
Use a diffuser to dry your hair to about 80% dry. You can let your hair dry naturally, but a diffuser is quicker and gives more volume. I used the Anthony Nader WAHL dryer to dry my hair with my head upside down. Then I flip my hair back, and check how it’s sitting. I usually restyle the front and partline, then let it be.
As a final touch you can use a serum or wax to add more definition to your curls. I used O&M Frizzy Logic in the ends of my curls. I also love Aveda Pure Abundance Styling Potion sprinkled on my roots to add volume.
This looks like a lot of steps, but I’ve just broken it down in detail. It takes me less than 10 minutes to blowdry and style my curly hair.
Going to bed with wet hair overnight doesn’t always give you glamorous results in the morning. The good news is there are a few ways to control that mane of bed head.
Sometimes overnight hair has a tendency to fall flat because of the way we are sleeping when it dries. To avoid this, apply a volumizing spray. This will help to make your hair look a little thicker. Next, pull your hair into a high ponytail and then twist into a loose bun. Note: if it is too tight it can prevent your hair from drying and can also lead to breakage. In the morning, take out your hair and use a finger comb – a brush can take out the volume you’ve created.
For some, bed head means frizz everywhere. If you have naturally curly or wavy hair, giving your hair some time off from heat can do wonders for its health. If morning frizz is a problem for you, a leave in conditioner is your best friend. Use a wide toothcomb to make sure the conditioner is evenly distributed. Divide your hair into three smaller sections. At the bottom of each section, create a pin curl. Do this by wrapping the ends up over two fingers (imagine there was a foam roller). Wrap all the way up to your roots and then secure with a hair clip to hold the curl in place. Do this with all the hair sections. In the morning, remove the clips and lightly spray some water on your hair. This will get rid of morning static.
Ever wonder what the deal with coconut oil is? Coconut oil contains vitamins E and K. These vitamins are often found in hair and skin products. Using coconut oil is actually like giving a huge gift to your hair. It is one of the most effective conditioners and helps in the regrowth of your hair.
The benefits of coconut oil are endless. It adds shine and body to your hair and has been proven to slow down hair loss. Regular use will keep your hair strong, nourished and create a more full look. The oil also provides extra protection from styling and environmental damages.
Moisture is the key to avoiding dry and weak hair. Coconut oil adds a layer that seals in moisture, which also contributes to a silky feel. Last but not least, coconut oil helps control dandruff. The moisture that coconut oil provides prevents the build up of dry skin (which is the cause behind dandruff). When using coconut oil be sure to use circular motions to scrub away dead skin.
Look for hair products that are made with coconut oil or better yet just pick up a bottle of the oil itself!
Whether an unexpected rainstorm or a humid dry spell causes a frizzy mane, no gal wants to deal with a poof ball on her head!
There are three main causes of frizzy hair. One cause is having naturally curly hair. The second cause is due to styling, chemical and environmental damage. Ultimately, frizzy hair is the result of dehydration.
Want to eliminate frizz? Three words: Product, product, product. You must invest in quality hair products. Avoid oil-based conditioners. Use shampoos and conditioners with humectants; this will help bring moisture to your hair (Tip: leave the conditioner in a little longer than you usually do). Additionally, you should use a serum to smooth out dry hair and control those fly-aways.
Trim your hair regularly. Split ends tend to make frizz even worse. By keeping the ends of your hair healthy and neat, you can reduce frizz.
Frankly, frizzy hair does not look good on anybody. Keeping it under control will do wonders for your appearance!
We know that different hair types require different products. The same logic goes for hairbrushes too. Using the right hairbrush will make it easier for you to style your hair. Improve your hair health by making sure you are using the right brush.
If you have thick hair that needs detangling:
Use a flat paddle brush. The wide surface area allows the paddle brush to easily glide through dense strands.
If you have curls that need combing:
You have probably already discovered that taking a brush to natural curls gives you frizz! Use a comb with two sets of wide-spaced teeth instead. It won’t create frizz, and will keep your curls looking knot-free. Tip: comb your hair when it is yet and let it dry naturally.
If you have fine hair that needs volume:
Your strands are fragile. Your goal is to create as much volume as possible when you blow-dry without damaging your hair. Use a round brush that has soft boar and nylon bristles. This type of brush will reduce tension and be gentle on your locks.
Treating your hair right isn’t only about what you put on those locks; it is about what you put in your body too! A well balanced diet full of protein and iron can promote growth. Here are three healthy hair foods to incorporate into your diet:
Salmon is one of the healthiest foods for your hair. It is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B-12, and iron. Omega-3 fatty acids help support scalp health, which is essential to healthy hair.
Eating dark green vegetables can also do wonders for your hair. Spinach, broccoli, and Swiss chard are all filled with vitamins A and C. Your body uses these vitamins to produce sebum (a very oily substance). The substance gets secreted by your hair follicles, and acts as the body’s natural hair conditioner. Additionally, dark green vegetables have high iron and calcium content, which enhances hair strength and hair growth.
Beans are good for your hair. They are full of biotin, iron, and zinc. These vitamins can help prevent your hair from appearing dry, brittle and damaged. It is a good idea to eat three or more cups of lentils or beans per week.
Remember that the foundation of all your hair growth is in the nutrients that you eat!
As you get older, your face and hair will inevitably change. So should your haircut. To give a huge boost to your overall appearance, finding the right color and cut is key! It is important to stick with your favorite style, but you should update it in little ways. The trick is to find a hair stylist that will focus on three things: your hair texture, bone structure, and how much time you would like to spend on daily styling. With the right hairstyle for you, you can look younger and more energized! Here are some tips and ideas:
To create life around your face, avoid wearing your hair flat around your face. Layers and styling can help you look lively and lifted.
If your hair color mimics your skin tone, you may look washed out (especially in the winter time). To choose a more flattering color, go with a base that is two shades darker than your skin tone. This applies to natural blondes too! If you desire a lighter look, add highlights.
If you want to hide your forehead wrinkles, try eyebrow-skimming bangs. They will highlight your eyes and cover up lines.
If you want to draw attention to your cheekbones, create volume at the crown by getting layers on top. Then, when you are styling take a few light and gentle strokes with a teasing comb five inches from the hairline.
If you know you want a change, but aren’t exactly sure what to ask for. Tell your stylist what you don’t want and let her make suggestions. You can even ask for a consultation before committing to an actual hair color or cut! This way you can get some ideas, but make sure to avoid being pressured into a look that isn’t for you. If you have a vision in mind, be detailed and specific with your ideas and bring in pictures for back up. Remember that your hair is your biggest accessory; so keeping it updated can do wonders for your look!
As we all know, summer is all about baring skin and showing off your tan at the beach. But of course, in order to look good in doing that, you need to take some time to prepare yourself and reverse the signs of neglect over the past seasons. Let me share to you some tips to help you look young and fresh this summer. Here are some of them.
1. Exfoliate, exfoliate, exfoliate. It is very important to exfoliate your skin. Our bodies constantly shed skin cells throughout the day, every day. If you don’t get rid of these dead cells, they will just sit on your skin and make it look dull and dry. Ladies, no matter how much lotion you use, you will never achieve that perfect glowing skin if you don’t exfoliate.
Be careful not to overdo it though. Too much exfoliation can lead to more serious problems such as skin damage so just limit it to one to two times a week.
2. Be flawless and hair free. During winter, there’s really no point in keeping your legs hair free and flawless, however, summer is a completely different story. You may not look you best when you put on your old bikini, but trust me, you’ll feel more confident and a whole lot better if you get rid of all your unwanted hair from your legs, to your underarms to your bikini area.
3. Protect your skin from the harmful rays of the summer sun. Applying sunscreen that provides protection for both UVA and UVB to all areas of your skin that will be exposed to the sun is definitely a must. If you’re going to the beach or swimming in the pool, use a water resistant sunscreen. It is very important to reapply every two hours to get the maximum protection. It is also very important to use a new bottle of sunscreen as sunscreens are not meant to last forever. If you think your old bottle has been lying around in your dresser for several months, throw it and get a new one.
4. Pamper yourself with a relaxing facial skin treatment. Summer can make your skin dry, itchy and darker than usual. It is very important to pamper your skin with treatments that not only soothes and calms you but also restores your skin’s healthy state.
5. Get a new hair color. Summer is a great time to try something new and exciting, like changing your hair color. You can go for a subtle shade, a trendy shade, or if you’re brave and confident enough, a bold shade.
Summer is the time to relax and have some fun! Everyone loves to go to the pool and beach. Spending time out in the beautiful hot sunny weather is just the thing to do. Unfortunately this can lead to hair damage. Here are some tips to help prevent damage to your hair as you are enjoying your summer.
• Wear a hat or scarf if you are going to be in the sun for a long time. If you do not want to wear anything on your head then apply leave in conditioner with sunscreen. If you forget to do this you can put regular sunscreen in your hair. You have to make sure you wash it with a deep cleansing shampoo when you get home.
• Limit the use of blow dryers, straighteners, and curling irons. These are all “hot “items. Your hair is already exposed to more heat than usual. You don’t want to add any more than necessary.If you do choose to use a “hot” item use some leave in conditioner before you use item.
• Shampooing can strip moisture from your hair. Try washing it less often. You can condition it every day. Hair chemicals can also take away moisture. Limit the use of bleach, color, relaxers, chemical straighteners, etc.
• Staying hydrated is important for your health and your hair! Drink plenty of water and have a balanced diet. Don’t cut fat and protein too much in your diet.Believe it or not it will show in your hair.
• Before going into the pool or ocean wet your hair. This will help decrease the absorption of the chlorinated and salty water. Rinse your hair when you get out of pool or ocean too. The effects of the chlorinated water are easier to prevent than to remove.
• When hair gets dry sometimes it can get very frizzy. If you are dealing with frizzy hair you can braid it, knot it, or put it in a bun to help contain frizzies. Putting conditioner on the frizzy areas and putting your hair up while you sleep will help moisturize the dry areas of your hair.
• Hair grows faster in the warmer weather. You should get your hair trimmed every 6 to 8 weeks. Your stylist can also suggest the best shampoo and conditioner for you to use to maintain moisture through the summer months.
I hope these suggestions will help you to have beautiful healthy hair all summer long!
As the warmer months approach, women everywhere prepare to take off their knit caps and let their hair flow free under sunny skies. The freshest style for warm summer and spring days is definitely long, flowing loose waves that scream “beach goddess.” However, even if you are lacking in the length department, you are in luck. Women with shorter styles can easily achieve long looks with hair extensions that provide length, volume, and body, without the commitment. Here are some ideas on how to get fun summer styles with clip on natural hair extensions.
Loose, Flowing Waves
This is definitely the ultimate in classic summer style. To get this look, start with damp, towel-dried hair. Work in a leave-in conditioner or heat protectant, and add a volumizing mousse at the roots to help you get that extra “oomph.” Blow-dry your hair upside down (this will help to create volume) until dry; if your hair is naturally wavy, you can let it dry naturally. Once hair is dry, begin curling sections around a one-inch barrel curling iron. However, mix up the way you typically curl your hair; instead of simply curling sections as you normally would, take individual sections of hair and twist them, until they resemble a thin rope. Wrap this rope around the curling iron (no need to use the clamp), and release after about 30 seconds. This technique will give you curls that are messy, loose, and totally beach-y. Style your extensions using the same technique; lightly tease at the base of your head the areas where you are attaching the extensions. After you have attached all of the hair extensions, gently comb through with your fingers so that your extensions blend seamlessly into your natural hair. Spritz lightly with a non-aerosol hairspray, ensuring that your loose curls have some hold without looking “crunchy” or too “done.”
Fun Side Ponytail
During the warmer months, a fun look that will take you from the office to the beach is the messy side ponytail. This look is totally simple, and perfect for mornings when you are in a rush. After securing your Remy hair extensions, create a side part on whichever side you prefer. If you have any face-framing layers, let them fall loosely around your face. Pull your hair over your shoulder on the opposite side of the part. Secure with an elastic that matches the color of your hair, before loosening the ponytail so that the whole look doesn’t appear too “styled.” For a little texture, work some pomade or mousse through the ponytail.
The science is relatively simple: in order to have healthy hair, skin and nails, you must eat a healthy well balanced diet. More specifically, for the healthiest hair you need a diet rich in protein, iron, vitamin A, B – 12, omega 3 fats, zinc, folic acid, selenium and biotin.
This is a fairly short list, and there is such a wide variety of tasty foods that you should never have any issue with including each of these essential elements into your healthy hair diet.
Once you know which vitamins and minerals you need, you can quickly compile a reasonable list of tasty foods with variety and map out a diet.
Lets first identify what each of these dietary components does for your hair, then we can identify the foods that contain them.
Why Do these Nutrients Help the Hair?
B – 12 – Promotes a healthy scalp and prevents dandruff. B – 12 also helps the body to absorb iron.
Biotin – Promotes cell regeneration and thickens hair strands.
Protein – Promotes growth and hair strength
Vitamin A – Promotes cell growth by helping the body to process protein and absorb calcium.
Iron – Strengthens hair growth and helps to prevent hair from falling out.
Folic Acid – Promotes cell renewal and therefore promotes growth.
Selenium – Aids in the production of sebum, the natural oil produced by hair follicle.
Zinc – Prevents shedding, promotes hair growth, and helps keep hair shiny with its natural color (prevent graying).
5 Healthy Hair Foods
Eggs – Eggs provide a simple source of protein, biotin, selenium and iron. Starting each day off with one or two boiled eggs with the yolks can be an excellent way to add these essentials to your daily plan.
Salmon – Salmon is one of the best natural dietary sources of omega 3 fats. It is also an excellent source of protein, B – 12 and iron.
Kale – Green leafy vegetables provide iron, calcium and vitamin A. In particular, kale is an extraordinary source of all of these healthy nutrients and more. It is one of the darkest green vegetables, and therefore contains high concentrations of the nutrients that it contains.
Poultry – Eat chicken and turkey for protein, but also for zinc and iron.
Black Beans – Legumes and beans provide protein, iron, zinc and biotin. Black beans, in particular, are a high performing super bean with high concentrations of nutrients.
Supplements
Of course, it is not enough to simply eat these vitamins and minerals, you must eat enough of them. Given this, it is reasonable to incorporate a Hair and Nail supplemental pill or other multi – vitamin into your daily routine to ensure the you get enough of each of these vitamins and minerals. One down – side to these supplements is that they are often quite large and hard to swallow. A simple solution to this is to also pick up a pill cutter when you purchase the supplements. Specific hair and nail enhancing formulas also often have a very strong and unpleasant odor to them. There’s not much you can do about this other than to hold your breath and swallow!
Dying your hair red will make you the center of attention. Red hair is difficult and expensive to maintain. Even though this color is a hassle it remains one of the most popular. Here are a few tips to keep your hair color bright in between washes in a cost effective way. Investing time and money into red hair should result in looking like a natural redhead, not a fake. Here are some great tips to make sure you look like a natural redhead.
Make sure the shade of red that you pick works with your skin tone. You never want to go more than two shades away from your natural hair. This will insure that your hair color compliments your skin tone and eyes. Finding a great shade of red can be challenging. An easy way to get great hair color ideas is to find a celebrity that has the same complexion as you. Find picture of them with varies hair colors. This will give you a good indication of hair colors that will look natural. Never forget the fist rule of keeping your new hair color within two shades of your natural color. Even if you find a celebrity with your same complexion with five shades lighter strawberry blonde and you are brunette do not make this drastic change. You will probably look better with a red brown hair color and it will be easier to maintain.
In order to keep your red colors bright in between dye jobs make a glaze. A glaze is away to boost your hair color in between washes. Save some of the hair dye you use to dye your hair. If you go to a salon ask the hair stylist if she can make some extra for you to take home. Take an empty shampoo bottle and fill one part hair dye to three parts shampoo. Shake this mixture together and put in your shower. Use this mixture once every two-weeks to keep your red bright and your roots hidden. Use your glaze like regular shampoo but let it sit in your hair for 3-4 minutes before rinsing. Rinse hair thoroughly and condition as usual.
If you are darkening your eyebrows or eyelashes you will not look like a natural redhead. Natural redheads have very light eyebrows and eyelashes. Tinting your eyebrows a lighter shade will help make you look like a natural redhead. Your hairstylist will do this for under $10 and it only takes a few minutes. Replacing your dark mascara and replacing it with clear mascara will help you fool everyone into believing you have natural red hair. Using bright lip makeup will help spice up your makeup. Most redheads have a lot of pigment in their lips. So feel free to use bright reds and pinks.
Look like a natural redhead. Dying hair red can be difficult. Understanding what colors would compliment your natural hair and skin tone is important. If you are a brunette a red brown hair color would look best. It is important to get a lot of hair coloring ideas before you pick your final color.
The science is relatively simple: in order to have healthy hair, skin and nails, you must eat a healthy well balanced diet. More specifically, for the healthiest hair you need a diet rich in protein, iron, vitamin A, B – 12, omega 3 fats, zinc, folic acid, selenium and biotin.
This is a fairly short list, and there is such a wide variety of tasty foods that you should never have any issue with including each of these essential elements into your healthy hair diet.
Once you know which vitamins and minerals you need, you can quickly compile a reasonable list of tasty foods with variety and map out a diet.
Lets first identify what each of these dietary components does for your hair, then we can identify the foods that contain them.
Why Do these Nutrients Help the Hair?
B – 12 – Promotes a healthy scalp and prevents dandruff. B – 12 also helps the body to absorb iron.
Biotin – Promotes cell regeneration and thickens hair strands.
Protein – Promotes growth and hair strength
Vitamin A – Promotes cell growth by helping the body to process protein and absorb calcium.
Iron – Strengthens hair growth and helps to prevent hair from falling out.
Folic Acid – Promotes cell renewal and therefore promotes growth.
Selenium – Aids in the production of sebum, the natural oil produced by hair follicle.
Zinc – Prevents shedding, promotes hair growth, and helps keep hair shiny with its natural color (prevent graying).
5 Healthy Hair Foods
Eggs – Eggs provide a simple source of protein, biotin, selenium and iron. Starting each day off with one or two boiled eggs with the yolks can be an excellent way to add these essentials to your daily plan.
Salmon – Salmon is one of the best natural dietary sources of omega 3 fats. It is also an excellent source of protein, B – 12 and iron.
Kale – Green leafy vegetables provide iron, calcium and vitamin A. In particular, kale is an extraordinary source of all of these healthy nutrients and more. It is one of the darkest green vegetables, and therefore contains high concentrations of the nutrients that it contains.
Poultry – Eat chicken and turkey for protein, but also for zinc and iron.
Black Beans – Legumes and beans provide protein, iron, zinc and biotin. Black beans, in particular, are a high performing super bean with high concentrations of nutrients.
Supplements
Of course, it is not enough to simply eat these vitamins and minerals, you must eat enough of them. Given this, it is reasonable to incorporate a Hair and Nail supplemental pill or other multi – vitamin into your daily routine to ensure the you get enough of each of these vitamins and minerals. One down – side to these supplements is that they are often quite large and hard to swallow. A simple solution to this is to also pick up a pill cutter when you purchase the supplements. Specific hair and nail enhancing formulas also often have a very strong and unpleasant odor to them. There’s not much you can do about this other than to hold your breath and swallow!
Having a beautiful and healthy mane is not a difficult goal. You just need to be consistent and positive in your intention.
Your hair needs your attention and specific care, no matter its type. Even the normal hair type needs to be treasured up in order to maintain healthy and gorgeous. Of course the problem hair will need more specific care, so you should first determine what your hair type. Then apply these hair care tips and you will manage to keep your locks precious.
Be gentle with your hair, it is your treasure.
Wash gently, with attention. While washing, treat your scalp with care and massage it all over gently with the fingertips to remove grease, sweat and pollutions.
Use mild shampoo, free of sulfates, parabens and other aggressive chemicals. The locks need a weekly special treatment – choose it according to your hair type and apply it carefully, using your fingers instead of a comb. Rinsing well is the key to the shiny mane. Rinse thoroughly and finish with cold water. Wrap your head in a towel to absorb the excess moisture.
Dry and style your hair with care. While drying and styling do not pool or yank, be as delicate as possible.
Maintain a good haircut: visit your hairdresser at least every two months to cut the ends. This will prevent your hair tips from splitting and the hair will grow stronger and faster.
Give more shine to your locks. Apply on regular basis homemade hair masks. After washing your hair, rinse at the end with water with added cider vinegar or lemon juice.
Get rid of the excess grease. Watch your diet, do not eat too much fat, do not scratch your scalp, use good quality shampoo, do not apply hair conditioner to the roots, and use water with lemon juice for the final rinsing.
Be more careful with the treated hair. If your hair is permed, dyed, or have suffered some other permanent treatment, it should be dry in most cases. A good homemade natural remedy is able to bring back the precious moisture to your locks.
Use herbal infusions to define your natural hair shade and for shine, of course. The chamomile gives lighter hues to blond hair; rosemary adds darker hues to brown hair. For red hues, use red tea infusion.
Get rid of dandruff. The battle with the dandruff is not an easy task. To succeed, you need to combine different methods. Use anti-dandruff shampoos and treatments, as well as natural homemade dandruff remedies. The infusion of fresh parsley leaves as a final scalp rinse after washing is a good homemade anti dandruff treatment.
What if you just don’t know how to care for or to style your hair?
I know how hard is to find what best works for you among the plethora of hair products and advice, but if you really want to have an outstanding mane you’ll need to learn the best tips, tricks and techniques.
They are simple to pick up and it doesn’t take much practice, you can read how to here: Long hair care.
Be consistent and your hair will become healthier and shinier. Learn more about Hair care by clicking the link.
Top stylists have spoken and are predicting certain trends in 2012 hairstyles. They have their eyes on the catwalks, where models hair is styled by leading hair stylists who have their fingers on the pulse of the latest hairstyle trends. Many hairstyles this year are evolved from last years trends, styles such as the pixie cut remain ever popular, but in 2012 longer top sections are incorporated, to make the pixie cut more versatile. With a bit of length at the top, the pixie cut can be worn various ways, from slicking it back, using wet look gel, to spiking for added texture.
The catwalks have been trodden by many models wearing an androgynous look. Androgynous hairstyles are quite simple and plain, a little boyish, but worn with ultra feminine clothes. They can be short, slicked back or ruffled, they can also be long, tied back and again slicked back with wet look gel. The ruffled hairstyle is another look that is very on trend for 2012. Also known as the bedhead look, understated, with a look of little effort, that moves away from the ultra chic and perfectly styled glam looks of last year. Bedhead looks are still chic, but they give the impression of having taken less effort.
Another big look for 2012 hairstyles, is the Glamazon look. A fierce, strong look, characterised by bold hairstyles. Hair can be scraped back from the face quite severely and held in a high ponytail or top knot, several female celebrity singers wear their hair this way and it is a powerful look. Teamed with very fancy hair accessories such as feathers and jewelled bands, glamazon hairstyles look best worn with fancy, intricate and glamorous clothing styles.
Classic retro hairstyles continue to be popular, with finger waves and pin curls making a big comeback. This type of hair styling is much quicker and easier than it used to be, with the use of heated tongs and better holding products, a 40s wave can be created in minutes. For long hair, birds nest buns, as worn by Hollywood legends in bygone days, are fashionable. Backcombed hair is piled and fastened at the top of the head and the remaining strands waved and held firmly with hairspray.
From the 1970s, but brought up to date with the use of shine products and hair accessories, Charlies Angel hairstyles are big. These 2012 hairstyles are characterised by curls through the end lengths of the hair, leaving the top part straight and smooth. Many leading celebrities wear their hair this way, all it requires is an excellent blow dry and for the hair to be in excellent condition, as a shiny, sleek gloss to the curls is essential.
A few more styling tips for 2012 hairstyles, include the incorporation of shattered layers and kicks. Shattered layers, with uneven edges, soften and add volume to otherwise dull hair. Kicks can be added anywhere in any hairstyle by flicking up the ends using a hot tong, to add a fun edge to a look. Finally the peekaboo fringe is popular, eye skimming, blunt cut, bangs, that can be swept aside when needed, are the look of 2012.
Everyone has a ‘terminal hair length’. This means that given your genes, environment, and circumstances, your natural hair extension is restricted to a certain length. However, you can still learn how to grow healthy hair even if you’re not a predisposed Rapunzel.
1. Trim Damaged Ends
Before you start growing your hair, trim off the damaged sections. You can go for an extreme cut or gradually trim off the ends until everything left on your head is fresh and healthy. Trim your ends regularly to avoid further damage.
2. Keep Separate Scissors For Hair
Have a pair of scissors designated for hair, and never use those scissors for anything else. If possible, get a pair of hairstyling scissors and keep them sharp. You can trim half an inch every month, and snip off individual split ends whenever necessary. If you’re trying to get your hair longer, reduce the trims to three or four times a year.
3. Avoid Heated Appliances and Harsh Chemicals
Try not to use heated appliances or harsh chemicals which only end up damaging your hair. Air drying is best at least until you are 80% dry. You should also avoid swimming if you can, and when you do, shampoo your hair right after. Blonds are especially susceptible to chlorine in swimming pools, and you can turn an interesting shade of green, so look for blond shampoos – they’re not just a marketing gimmick.
4. Be Gentle
Always be gentle with your hair to avoid harming it. It’s a bad idea to use rubber bands, since they easily tear strands when you pull them off. Metal accessories can harm hair as well. Instead, try using a silk scarf to wrap or hold your hair. Try using combs instead of brushes, preferably wide-toothed combs. You should also use scrunchies and hair sticks as a safe alternative to plastic clips and ornaments. Comb your hair three or four times in the course of the day. It helps stop tangles that can be really difficult to get out. If you find any knots, don’t tear them out as you will damage more hair, just snip them off instead.
5. Eat Chocolate
If you are not on a diet, the best suggestion for growing healthy hair is to eat chocolate. Chocolate has a lot of sulfur, which helps keep your hair strong. But be careful that you don’t eat too much, otherwise you’ll end up with healthy hair and unwanted pounds!
Our hair is the most noticeable part of our body because it gives your face a distinct look depending on your hair style. We can easily change our looks by having a different hair style. How to style my hair? That is one of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to hair styling. Important reminders to remember when styling your hair are very simple and very easy to follow.
Tip 1
The first thing to do in styling your hair is to prepare the products that you will need in styling. You may need the following things: – pomade, hair dryer, flat iron, curl iron, mousse and round brushes (large and small ones).
Tip 2
You must know what type of hair style you want for your hair. Magazines and pictures of hair styles can be a big help.
Tip 3
The most effective time to start styling your hair is after taking a shower or after rinsing your hair. While your hair is still wet, it is very easy to style it because as you blow dry your hair it is more manageable.
Tip 4
If your aim is having straight hair, I recommended that you use a flat iron while brushing it with a round brush. The CHI is a very effective tool to use in straightening your hair.
Tip 5
While brushing your hair, don’t forget to do it in an inward motion (twisting the brush inward/downward) to avoid frizzies and fly aways.
Tip 6
If your aim is something more stylish, you can use pomade or mousse to get the best results. Styling your hair in layers is very effective, it may take a little bit longer for you but it will have a good result based on the time you put into it. Styling by layers while applying pomade or mousse will create a layered effect on your hair. Do some small flips in your hair by doing this. It will create a natural effect on your hair style and it will make your look face younger.
Tip 7
Just in case you have curly hair, it is important that you shampoo your hair before starting to style it. Your hair will be smoother and softer which will be easier to style. In styling curly hair, you should follow the wave of your hair and do not force it into a style that it doesn’t adapt to. Forcing it into a style that is won’t adapt to will create a haggard or odd look. At first the hair may adapt but as it stays longer it will curl back into its desired way to be styled. The best way is to follow its natural curl and there are a lot of ways on how to do that.
How to style your hair is very easy but can sometimes seem complicated. It can seem complicated because if you don’t style your hair naturally you won’t get the look you desire.
If you ask someone, “How should I style my hair?” You could get many possible answers. Styling your hair is something natural, it depends on how you like it to look… and each individual has unique tastes. The best thing to do is to follow these tips and reminders and modify them with your own taste and desire.
Women’s hair is very precious and is one of the most important accessories for them. Hair styles can add to your look, and makes you more attractive to men. Although keeping it healthy, smooth and silky makes it more complicated especially as you grow older. You may be thinking on how to get healthy hair for women? Actually, hair doesn’t need all the necessary treatments to keep them healthy as long as it is properly handled and cared for.
Here are some tips on how to get healthy hair for women:
1. Brush your hair before you shampoo because it helps dry hair lessen scalp flakes or dandruff and it stimulates the blood flow to the hair follicles.
2. After shampooing, apply conditioner to strengthen the strands. Deep conditioning and heating can also be done once every two weeks to help the cuticle absorb the ingredients.
3. When you wash your locks, you should be aware of the kind of water you are using. Tap water can make your hair look dull and dry because it has minerals that can contribute to possibilities of damage and makes it difficult to style. Although some tap water are treated well and can be safe for the hair.
4. Use specific brushes for wet and dry hair. If you have dry locks, use natural bore bristles of brush, and for damp hair, use soft and wide-paneled rubber toothed brush.
5. When hair is not properly cared for and handled properly, it causes the ends to dry up and may result to split ends. Get it trimmed every month for at least an inch.
6. If you plan to dye your hair, spray a bit of water on the ends of the strands before applying color on it because it easily absorbs more pigment and dry hair absorbs faster. Use also color protective products to avoid damaging the strands of your hair. Hair products should have nourishing ingredients to keep your hair healthy.
7. Blow dryers can damage the hair, although there are specialized blow dryers like the ionic dryer. Positive and negative ions can help dry the water on the hair faster and prevents from damaging it. Also use blow dryers with nozzles on them, without it, it can make the dryer very hot and makes the hair frizzy and can damage it.
8. Straightening products can cause your hair to dry up because it lessens the natural oil on the hair and scalp, so apply conditioner regularly or apply hot oil on it to keep it smooth and silky.
9. Choose the right accessories to put on the hair. It is better to make soft braids on the hair and use clamps than barrettes or elastics that may pull the hair and damage it.
Most women still insist to apply different chemical treatments on the hair and scalp that makes it look good, but are unaware that it can damage the hair more and makes it dry and frizzy. People in the salons knows how to get healthy hair for women, however they tend to lie to earn a higher income. As a result, women pay more to get their hair fixed than for the treatments they have applied on it.
Since I wrote a post about this season’s hottest hair colors, I thought I’d it follow it up with an informative post about how to actually choose the right hair color for your skin tone (thanks to a fellow reader!). Whether you’re a natural blonde, brunette, or redhead, you can pretty much change to any hair color as long as you follow some strict guidelines.
SKIN TONE
All complexions consist of two skin tone categories: warm skin tones and cool skin tones.
WARM SKIN TONES
If you have a yellow or golden undertone, you fall under the warm category. Therefore, hair colors that have a warm undertone will look much better on you than a cool undertone color. So how can you tell if you have a warm skin tone? Simply look at the veins in your arms in the day light. If the veins appear to be green, then your complexion is warm.And don’t forget that this rule doesn’t only apply to hair but everything else in between such as makeup and clothing!
COOL SKIN TONES
If you have pink or blue skin undertones, you have a cool skin tone. This means that hair colors with cool undertones will look better on you. To see if your skin tone is cool, take a look at the veins in your arms during daylight and if they are blue, then you have a cool complexion.
TIPS
COOL TONE COLORS
WARM TONE COLORS
– If you’re dying your hair for the first time, head to your local salon for better results. Plus, they’ll be able to match you with your perfect hair color.
– If you’re a pro at dying your hair at home (you’ve done it a few times), don’t forget that all dye boxes now tell you whether the color is warm or cool.
– There are always exceptions to the rules, such as combining warm and cool tones and using them as dimensional colors, but again, I would suggest you get this done by a professional
– Can’t figure out what your skin tone is? As a rule of thumb, most people are actually cool toned.
It can be so easy to get yourself into a hairstyle rut and not even realize it. For many people, once they have found the hairstyle they like, they never want to change it or even consider changing it. Although it is true there are certain hairstyles for everyone, there is nothing wrong with mixing it up a little bit. If you do not want to change your cut altogether, there are tons of great quick fix methods and accessories you can use which can recreate your old hairstyle into something chic and trendy in seconds!
Using accessories may be all you need to update your hairstyle. You can choose from great and unique headbands, ribbons, barrettes and any type of clips can be used to pull back your hair in different and unique ways. It may be time for you to get rid of that tired old ponytail and try something new! Whether you have a short bob, long wavy hair or short hair, there are always new things you can do to update it. You are never forced to make a huge change if you like your cut, keep it, just keep it new and updated with the times to keep your face looking fresh and young. For those of you who are looking for a total overhaul now is the time! It is a great idea to do a little bit of research before going to talk to your hairstylist of choice. The hairstyles are constantly changing but if you are looking for the absolute hottest and trendiest styles of 2008 you can count on the spin straight look as well as the short bob. These two styles can create both a chic and fashionable look as well as practical for everyday work and life! It is important to be aware of how these chic hairstyles flatter your facial shape as this can make the difference between a successful hairstyle and one that simply hangs and does nothing for you. Once you have made your decision, you should always check with your hairstylist and get their professional opinion before you take the leap and completely change your look of the past.
Another alternative you have to update your hairstyle is to simply change your part. Imagine how easy it is to completely change your look by simply changing your part from one side to another or eliminating it altogether? This means that you don’t have to make any huge changes by getting a completely new style, you only have to work with what you have and every small change counts. It takes just a few seconds in the morning to completely change your look for the day and you can keep it for a week a month or change it again the very next day!
When you have had a particular hairstyle for quite sometime, it can become so easy to slip into this rut and never change a thing and wear it the same way each and everyday. What you may not realize is that you don’t have to get a new haircut to update your hairstyle. The style itself can be changed with a few accessories, some new curls, different parts, a new color or highlights and even a simple hair band! The hairstyle variety is so large that you can literally have a new hairstyle each and everyday if you wanted to. Take the time to be creative with your hairstyle and you will find that you are no longer out of date but chic and stylish in just a few seconds!
Hair. Most women can’t live with it, and they certainly can’t live without it. It seems that every woman has complaints about their own hair. Straight-haired women long for luscious curls and curly-haired women long for sleek, straight locks. However, when summer comes around, everyone tries to find a way to keep their hair up, out of their faces and off their necks, especially for those fancy, summer evening soirees and nights out on the town. The solution to all of this is finding yourself the perfect summer updo hairstyles that flatter your face shape, hair type and outfit. Here are some suggestions to get the ball rolling.
For curly-haired dames, a great updo hairstyle idea is the textured coif. This way, you don’t have to fight your unruly curls or frizz from the summer humidity. Just pin your curls up with several bobby pins or hair plaits low on the back of your neck. Use a little bit of hairspray to keep the curls in place, and you have a ready-made, elegant, flapper-girl coif to compliment your curls.
Another option when it comes to updo hairstyles for summer is the undone bun. This is perfect for all types of hair and requires very little effort. All you have to do is gather all your hair up, pull it back and pin it up in a high bun. Then, take a few well-placed strands out of the bun and let them hang down sort of messily (but chic) around your face. You can rock this updo after a day at the beach or while dressing yourself up for a fancy evening out.
If you have long, sleek, stick-straight hair, then a great option for you is the ballerina bun. Prep your hair with anti-frizz, straightening serum, and then gather it all up high on the back of your head and slowly twist it into a bun. The key to this look is eliminating all the frizz, so spray the bun with some hairspray to keep the top flat and frizz-less. With every strand perfectly in place, the ballerina bun will show off your beautiful face.
For curly-haired women or straight-haired gals, the ponytail is always a classic fallback option, though it is definitely one of the simpler updo hairstyles. Pull your hair back into a sleek ponytail. A low ponytail that cascades down the side of your shoulder is elegant, but if you want to draw focus to a nice pair of earrings or a necklace, pull the hair up into a higher one. Variations on the ponytail include side-swept bangs, or clipping your bangs back for a poof on top of your head. Once again, use hairspray or serum to control the frizz.
Last but not least, curly-haired or straight-haired women can always rock a side braid. Brush your hair out, and pull it elegantly into one long braid on one side of your head. If loose, shorter strands fall out of the braid and hang around your face, it only adds to the effortless elegance of the look. The side-braid is great for a daytime look, but can also be easily glammed up for an evening event.
This summer, there are endless possibilities in updo hairstyles, no matter what type of hair you have, or what your personal style is. Experiment will all of these ideas and more!
Whether an unexpected rainstorm or a humid dry spell causes a frizzy mane, no gal wants to deal with a poof ball on her head!
Having a beautiful and healthy mane is not a difficult goal. You just need to be consistent and positive in your intention.
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