06.20.09
Hair Tips for African -American Women
As the summer gradually descends on the nation’s capitol, thousands of African American women are considering what to do with their tresses. In addition to being harangued by the humidity of the city, Black hair is often caught in style limbo due to damage from over-processing or the many summer activities that “sweat hair out.” But according to area stylists, all is not loss.
Despite making up only 10 percent of the nation’s population, African American women spend more than $2 billion a year on hair care products according to a report released in 2008 by the Black Owned Beauty Supply Association – and still, the summer creates or exacerbates some heads.
Stylist Syphira Johnson, 28, of Silver Spring, said having healthy summer hair requires planning and care, and is not reliant upon the amount of money spent on products. Particularly for those Black women who will be going to swimming pools and the beach, prepping ones hair is essential.
A lot of African American women who are athletic will opt out of relaxers altogether in order to keep their hair from being further damaged by chlorine and other chemicals in swimming pools. However, for those who want to keep their hair relaxed and swim, it is crucial that they wrap their hair first, and then use a swim cap,” Johnson said.
10.09.08
Hair Color & Style Trends – Fall/Winter 2008-2009
Mark Leeson of Mark Leeson Hair, Body & Mind points out that ‘this autumn/winter season hair will see a return to grown-up glamour, taking inspiration from old-style Hollywood Starlets.
Classic techniques will be a key factor in preparing the hair for the season’s hottest must-have looks. Finger waves, barrel curls and setting are all key techniques needed to give you the basis of this season’s catwalk looks. Sophisticated chic updos will also be catwalk favorites, featuring low side partings coupled with sleek chignons. Seventies glamour will be combined with soft bouncy waves to create an iconic vintage look.”
They key for this fall’s hair is “The bigger-the better!” Especially for those with longer locks. Make sure to invest in a good hairspray, because believe me, you are going to need it!
Short hair is also very popoular this season.
The Bob is still the hottest hairstyle this fall. However, it is definitely worn differently from last year. It’s very versatile, so you have plenty of options on how to wear it: choppy, slick and flat, or maybe even wavy? Use some creativity to make a unique look!
Long hair is truly timeless. However, every season it varies in the way it should be worn. Forget about flat irons this season, because you won’t be needing them. Instead, opt for a ceramic curling iron, to create glamorous waves without the unnecessary damage.
10.07.08
Your hair color and ambitions
New season – new everything. What makes you look really different?
Not the new trend or make up, it is the hair that changes the entire image. When you need to become first no matter what and get the maximum, hit the jackpot and get to the top 10 what helps is … hairstyle!
When a woman changes her hair style she changes her vision on the world as whole – just pick the right one and career success, interesting men and “she is fantastic!” status will come right into your hands. Be ahead everyone else and pick your killer weapon!
09.16.08
Hair Dye For Red Hair
Wash your hair with one of the following rinses. Pour the selected rinse through your hair 15 times, re-rinsing with the same liquid. On the final rinse, wring hair, and leave for 15 minutes before rinsing with clear water.
Red: Make a strong tea of rosehips or cloves, or use strong black coffee.
Ingredients:
* 1/2 cup beet juice
* 1/2 cup carrot juice
Directions:
Mix ingredients together, pour over damp hair. Let it sit for 1 hour while you sit in the sun. Wash out.
NOTE: This process must be repeated daily for a few weeks before you notice any changes.
09.14.08
Brunette Hair Dye Recipe
Wash your hair with the following rinse. Pour the rinse through your hair 15 times, re-rinsing with the same liquid. On the final rinse, wring hair, and leave for 15 minutes before rinsing with clear water.
Brunette: Rinse hair with a strong black tea, or black coffee.
NOTE: This process must be repeated daily for a few weeks before you notice any changes.
09.08.08
Blonde – Sheer Blonde
Ok blondes, we all know you love to soak up that sun but so does your hair. Natural sun and heat damages your hair vaporizing all the moisture needed for your hair to look healthy and shiny. Texture doesnt really matter nor does the shade of blonde, as they all are more prone to damage in the sun. Frizz is common in the summer and with good conditioner and frizz control you can look like any celebrity.
Try Frizz-ease or Split Ends by BC Bonicure to control frizz after or before your blow dry. For added protection apply a blow dry sealer before you start to blow dry your hair. It will protect your blonde hair from heat and this is for high damage control. There are also newer sprays and conditioners specifically formulated with SUV protectants helping your hair from damage. For a great feel try Back to Basics – Kiwi Melon Body Boosting Conditioner.
If your hair starts to go a green from being in the water a little too much, Resolve by JOICO is highly recommended. It will strip the chlorine buildup letting your hair breathe. Eventually you’ll get back to your great color.
Sheer Blonde is available at most drug stores. It’s formulated to enhance your blonde while protecting it from further damage.
Frederic Fekkai Baby Blonde Conditioner is a daily conditioner and enhances your hair with a great shine. Using sunflower seed oil, lemon peel and other natural products it helps with your hair’s elasticity and this product is used specifically for color treated blonde hair.
For further protection, use a wide toothed comb or pick while your hair is wet. If you need a great detangler, BC Bonicures Spray Moisturizer is the best product on the market for detangling those hard annoying tangles.
Blonde will always have high maintenance and expensive to maintain. The tips above are to help you in between visits to your stylist. Its still more fun to be blonde at any cost!
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05.31.08
Find Your Best Hair Color – Blonde
Is Blonde Right for You?
If at least two of the following apply to you, it may be time to look on the bright side:
How to be the best blonde:
05.30.08
Find Your Best Hair Color – Red
Is Red Right for You?
If at least two of the following apply to you, it may be right to go ruby:
# Your skin is on the pink side. There is a “right” red out there for most women, says Jennifer J, a Matrix celeb colorist and owner of Juan Juan Salons in Southern California (she colors Julia Roberts’s auburn mane), but women with cool or pinkish skin pull it off best. Conversely, women with golden or olive skin have a tougher time finding one that’s flattering.
# You’re no wallflower. Red is a head-turning hue, and you have to be self-assured enough to accept the stares, says Tasha Forgash, color specialist at Shag Salon in Boston. Colorist Sarah Gold, the guru behind Lindsay Lohan’s formerly flame-colored hair, concurs: “Remember, red hair is like a sequined dress — it walks into the room before you do.”
# Your hair is in fairly good condition. If your strands are very dry or damaged, they will have a hard time holding on to small, red color molecules (which seep out of even the healthiest hair fairly quickly). Your mane has a better chance of becoming radiant red if it is well cared-for (read: you deep-condition weekly, get regular trims and don’t heat-style every day).
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05.29.08
Find Your Best Hair Color – Brown hair
Fiery red, bombshell blonde, or classic brunette — which suits you best? Here, pro tips for choosing your perfect hue — and a no-fail strategy for making it last longer and stay truer.
Is Brown Right for You?
If at least two of the following apply to you, you are probably best brunette:
How to be the best brunette:
1. Match your brown to your haircut. To maximize the impact of your chocolaty color, go deeper and monotone if your hair is nearly all one length. If it’s shorter or very layered, make the ends slightly lighter, and weave in high- and lowlights to emphasize the texture of the cut, says Marie Robinson, a colorist at the Sally Hershberger Salon in New York City (clients include Natalie Portman).
2. Go to the extreme. The most striking brunettes today are very dark or quite light, says Robinson. If your hair color is medium in tone, you blend — in a bad way.
04.08.08
HAIR COLOR · CHOOSING THE RIGHT HAIR COLOR
Choosing the right hair color isn’t as easy as picking a color you like.
It’s important to consider your natural hair color, your skin tone and eye color when choosing a new hair color.
Pale skin suits pretty much all hair colors.
Avoid shades of red or golden blonde if your skin is pink.
Stick to ash tones to neutralize your coloring.
Avoid yellow, gold or orange tones if your skin is yellow.
Stick to deep reds.
Olive skin suits darker hair colors.
What type of clothing colors suit you best?
If you know this, it can help you choose the right hair color.
If you look good in red, orange, golden yellow, olive green or rust
You suit warm hair tones such as golden blonde, golden brown, strawberry blonde and auburn.
If you look good in bluish red, fuscia, black, royal blue or pine green
You suit cool hair tones such as platinum, ash blonde, ash brown, burgundy and jet black.
If you look good in red, purple, charcoal grey, periwinkle or teal
You suit neutral tones like sandy blonde, beige blonde, chocolate brown and mahogany. Read the rest of this entry »
