Archive for October, 2009

How to Style Your Hair, Hair Bangs and General Hair Care Free Tips

October 31st, 2009

Let’s discuss this season’s latest trend: Hair Bangs. They have become a hit in the hair styling business lately. They are often adjusted by face structure and size of the forehead. Choosing bangs style by size and built of forehead:

High Forehead – Long thinned bangs, in a straight line in relation to the eyebrows.

Low Forehead – Shorter, fuller bangs, in a straight uniform line.

Wide Forehead – A symmetrical bangs for a free look while concealing the wide area of the forehead.

Regarding styling products, it’s recommended to apply “dry products” on the bangs area that are not visible, yet offer the client the styling she needed.

Also, remember to cut split ends when visiting your hair stylist. Although you can’t heal split ends, only minimize the damage. If you happen to notice the appearance of split or broken ends in your hair, the ultimate solution will be to cut them. The average cut is about two to three centimeter.

It’s very important to make sure you don’t forget to get reed of your damaging split ends every few months.

After having a professional styling, women tend to neglect their hair. Hair is to be taken care of, if you want to prolong the effect of the cut you’ve just had.

You only have to remember this basic rule: moisturize, moisturize, moisturize!

In short, after washing your hair, apply moisturizer. Pay attention to correctly scattering the moisturizer, while not applying high amounts of the product. The amount of the moisturizer should be sparse, yet properly sprinkled on the hair. The moisturizers aim is to give your hair elasticity and avoid immovability.

Though you should remember that after applying hair styling products, one should wash their hair and go to sleep with product free hair and scalp in order to allow proper blood flow in the skin.

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By: Efrat Vagner

Punk Hair Ideas: Make a Difference

October 31st, 2009

You’re different, you’re tough, you’re matchless… you’re punk! You’re yourself! And you want everyone to know it. You need hair cut styles that most people don’t see in a lifetime. You need to leave you’re mark. You need good punk hair ideas.

I will tell you about some of the most weird hair cuts I’ve seen to this day, and maybe some you see every day, but they’re all punk hair cuts nevertheless. Used by women, men, teenagers and even some children!

Starting With

The Mohawk. I think this is the most common of them all, but with some creative innovations it can be reinvented all from the start. Instead of dying your hair plain yellow, try painting something different. I once saw a woman with cheetah patterns on the sides of her 6″ Mohawk which made it very different from all the others. Scarlet red, electric blue or others might do the work but look for something unique.

Spikes, also on the list of common punk hair cuts. But as the Mohawk, with creative ideas you can make them look as you want. My brother left the house the other day with eight or ten 7″ Spikes covered in aluminum. That was so crazy! Although it was for a Halloween party, everyone saw that hair as if they had never seen Spikes in their life.

The Big Guns

I have no names for these, but I will describe them as so.

I saw a woman wearing this hair style. She had long straight hair, but she shaved parts of it. She had like half of her hair shaved except right over her ear; she kept that hair long but dyed yellow. The other half she had a part or her hair shaved but it was minimum and she wore her hair sideways toward the shaved part. Really crazy but the style looked good on her, perhaps because she showed confidence.

This one works for short hair styles. Parts of the hair being shaved, and the parts where hair has been left, tie a little pony tail making that piece of hair to spring up in the air. Dying your hair red or blue gives it a special look. There are a lot more hair cuts for punks but I’ll talk about those on another article.




By: Michelle Diamond

Coolest Summer Hair Style? Wigs!

October 31st, 2009

Whenever the summer season approaches, millions of women make plans to adopt fashionable new hair styles. Some ladies prefer a style that’s polished and sophisticated. Others favor a cool, trendy look. Still others prefer a hair style that complements their face while requiring very little maintenance and upkeep. It may surprise you that the coolest summer hair styles are wigs. You can adopt a completely new style without the need for coloring or cutting your hair. Millions of ladies, from professionals to homemakers, have begun to realize the benefits of wearing a stylish wig during the summer. 

Below, we’ll provide you with a few tips for choosing the right wig for your new summer hair style. You’ll also discover how easy a cool, fashionable wig can be maintained for your summer fun.

Easy Hair Care For The Summer

One of the drawbacks of enjoying a great new hair style during the summer is the amount of effort required to maintain it. Chances are, you’ll be showing off your stylish hair outside. Unfortunately, the sun can slowly damage your hair. You’ll need to invest in high-quality shampoos and conditioners to keep your hair from looking dry and brittle. Plus, if you have adopted a new hair color, you’ll need to visit your stylist during the summer to touch up the roots.

When you wear a cool summer wig, there’s no need for expensive shampoos and conditioners. And you won’t have to worry about your roots showing (which can be off-putting if your natural color is much different than your new hair style). Wearing a fashionable wig during the summer will allow you to enjoy the season with your friends while looking fantastic without the high-maintenance.

How To Choose Your Summer Wig

Choosing the right summer wig can be a fun and exciting experience. You’ll literally have hundreds of great summer hair styles from which to choose. For those who prefer an elegant, yet versatile style, the Sheer Fascination Wig from the Couture Wig Collection exudes sophistication with a splash of playfulness. Each strand is delicately hand-tied, giving your wig a luxurious, beautiful texture. It can be worn comfortably during the day while you’re at the beach or during the evenings as you enjoy the company of friends and loved ones.

Or, if you’d like to enjoy a style with longer hair, the Doll Wig from the stunning Elite Wig Collection will attract attention from anyone who passes near you. The texture of your Doll Wig is strikingly soft and forms gentle waves that seem to caress your face, neck and shoulders. It’s perfect for enjoying the summer evenings with flair and a hit of spirited attractiveness.

Stylish, Classy And Affordable

Many women are surprised to discover that most stylish summer wigs are affordable. Not only can the wigs provide a level of elegance, sophistication and even a mild roguish quality, the prices of many of them are remarkably low. For example, the refined Sheer Fascination Wig is under $100 while the alluring Doll Wig is less than $50. There are hundreds of wigs that offer great summer hair styles at a price that can easily accommodate most budgets.

Low-Maintenance Care For Your Wig

Unlike your natural hair, maintaining your summer wig requires very little effort. You don’t need to wash it after every use. Instead, wash it after wearing it 7 or 8 times. If you’re not exposed to cigarette smoke or other strong odors, you can wash your wig even less frequently. With a special shampoo, conditioner and brush, you can quickly “freshen up” your summer hair style by gently washing, rinsing and setting your wig to dry. This low-maintenance care is one of the many reasons why wearing stylish wigs during the summer is gaining such popularity.

Enjoying The Summer With An Elegant Wig

Wearing a gorgeous wig can be the perfect way to enjoy your summer without worrying about the high-maintenance effort normally involved with hair care. Your wig can provide an eye-catching style that makes others stop and take notice. Some wigs are charming and playful with a dash of friskiness. Others are sophisticated and chic, implying a cultured and refined character underneath. If you’re looking for a trendy, cool new hair style for the summer, consider one of the hottest trends: summer wigs. The small investment can yield dividends each summer season. 

 

 




By: Wigshop