Sexy Hairstyle 2010

Regardless of what hairstyle she wears, be it an extreme length curls or her signature stunning locks with dazzling highlights, Jennifer Aniston always manages to show off most sexy hairstyles. Her soft and sleek straight hairstyle with shoulder length is by and large the sexiest hairstyle. Jennifer Aniston, 40, is probably the youngest face amongst her comrades in Hollywood. Long and funky new-age look with layered cuts is another most sexy hairstyle of Jennifer Aniston.

How To Poufing Your Hair

The Pouf

IMPORTANT: Don't go too crazy with this look. Keep the Pouf a reasonable size!



STEP 1 - LIFT
Start with a two-inch square of hair gathered from the front of your head. Spritz with a volumising spray from the hairline to two inches above the root.



STEP 2 - BLOWDRY
Wrap hair under and around a large round brush. Blow-dry, blasting the roots with cool air - that's what sets the style.




STEP 2 - HEIGHTEN
Build volume by taking small sections of hair and teasing it toward the root. Then smooth the kinked-out hair by gently combing in into pompadour form (A woman's hairstyle formed by sweeping the hair straight up from the forehead into a high, turned-back roll.)



Gather into a pouf and use your fingers to shape and play with the height. Fasten with pins and you're good to go.





Source: Teen People, November 2005. Scanned by Sammie323.

All About Straight Hair

If you have been blessed with fairly straight hair, then you are lucky and the envy of many women (myself included). Thick hair that is mostly straight, with maybe a slight wave is usually the easiest hair to style. Your natural wave loves to be curled and styled, and yet is easy to straighten and looks fabulous worn straight.

Women with tight curly hair, or fine, dead straight hair that has little body and refuses to hold curl (yes, that's me!) struggle to style our hair at times.

If your hair is not quite as straight as you want it, you have some easy options to temporarily straighten your hair: straightening products, hair dryer or straightening iron.

If your hair is really not straight and you want to get rid of your curl permanently (well, at least 6 months), you have the option of professionally straightening your hair.

HOW TO BLOW DRY HAIR STRAIGHT

Blowdrying your hair straight is definitely the cheaper option to permanently straightening your hair - all it takes is a few tools and products and a bit of practice.

What do I need?

- A hairdryer

- A large round brush. The size of the brush will depend on the length of your hair - your hair needs to be long enough to wrap around the brush once.

- A large paddle brush for final smoothing.

- Clips to keep hair out of the way. Large flat clips that hairdressers use work best.

- Styling products - products that protect your hair from moisture and hold the style. Moisture is what reverts the hair back to its natural wave, so products like mousse protect hair from moisture as well as heat damage.

- Gloss or serum to smooth over hair, remove frizz and finish off the look

• Start by washing your hair with a volumising range. Browse our Volumising range.
• Comb with a wide-toothed comb to remove any tangles. Partially blow-dry your hair to get rid of excess moisture.
• Spray a volumising tonic on your hair, or a handful of mousse spread from tips to ends for extra oomph.
• Pin hair up and take out small sections at a time to blow-dry. Hold the dryer in one hand and a styling brush in the other.
• Place the brush underneath the first section of hair and position it at the roots. Keep the tension on the hair (without tugging too hard) and move the brush down towards the ends, while directing the air flow down the hair, following the movement of the brush.
• Blow-dry using a large, round brush with a metal core. Wind hair completely up the brush, focusing on creating lift at the roots. Gently blast hair with a hair-dryer until dry.
  Browse our range of Hairdryers.
• Curl the brush under at the ends to achieve a slight bend. Continue until the back sections are completely dry and then repeat on the top sections of hai
• Finish with a light, flexible hairspray. Browse our range of HairSprays.
• Remember, practice makes perfect!

HOW TO USE A STRAIGHTENING IRON

What do I need?

- A temperature controlled straightening iron

- Styling products - products that protect your hair from moisture and hold the style. Moisture is what reverts the hair back to its natural wave, so products like mousse protect hair from moisture as well as heat damage.

Things to remember:

Also start with clean, DRY hair. If possible, use a leave-in conditioning spray after washing your hair, but before starting to straighten.

Hair must be completely dry, as slightly damp hair will respond badly to straightening. Also using a heated appliance on damp hair causes the hair to "cook" from the steaming, swelling the hair shaft and forcing the protective moisture from the cortex of the hair.

Use a flat iron appropriate for your hair length. Wider irons are suitable for very long hair, but most women are better off using an appliance with heating plates 1" to 1 ½ " wide. These smaller irons offer better control and are lighter in weight.

Section your hair into small, manageable sections. If you try and straighten a big chunk of hair at once, you will get an uneven result. The hair on the outside might straighten but hair in the middle won't have been straightened. Work on smaller sections and you will get a much straighter look.

Use a small amount of styling product to maintain the style. Using a spray of hairspray on the straightened sections, or a small amount of mousse or gel when drying your hair, will extend the life of your hair style. Your straightened hair will last longer.

Instructions

Take a small section of hair. Starting at the roots, work the flat iron through the length of your hair slowly, but keep the iron moving.
After each draw, comb your hair smooth.
Continue, piece by piece until all of your hair is straight.

PROFESSIONAL HAIR STRAIGHTENING

Permanent Straightening

What is it? It's a perm that improves the condition of the hair as it straightens it. There are a few names for it - Bio Ionic Professional Haircare System, Japanese Ionic Hair Straightening - yet they are all the same.

How does it work? First a treatment to prep your hair. Next, a setting solution. Then a rinse and light dry off before hours of flat-iron work. After this, you have straight hair. They rinse again and apply a solution so your hair remembers to stay straight. A quick dry off and iron and you're done. But no washing your hair for two days.

What hair types are (most) suitable? Those with thick, healthy, unbleached hair are the best candidates.

Which hair types are not suitable? Fine, weak or dry hair or hair that is overly processed/colored. However there are lotions that cater to variations in strength and thickness, meaning those with fine but strong hair can still get the treatment.

How long does it take? Usually about five hours. If the hair is very thick, curly or long it can take up to 10 or 11 hours.

How much does it cost? It can range anywhere from $150 to $1000 depending on the salon and the particular solutions being used (ie Bio Ionic is more expensive than Japanese solutions)

Some quick-fixes include using permanent straighteners and relaxers- most of which you can find in supermarkets and drug stores to apply in your own home. 

A relaxer is best suited for people who have hair that is especially difficult to style. This usually applies to people of African or Caribbean descent who have coarse and frizzy hair. The relaxer is a strong chemical substance that is applied to dry hair and then left on the hair anywhere from 15 to 45 minutes. The relaxer works chemically with the composition of your hair, weighing it down in certain areas and removing curls. Relaxers must be reapplied to new hair growth.

Short Hairstyles For Women

"Short Hairstyles For Women" Short Hairstyles for women can be a very powerful and sexy thing. Many women are now cutting their hair and wearing short hairstyles because they feel empowered and it's a great way to release stress. Short hairstyles for women are definitely in style right now , and many celebrities are cutting their hair to show the new found hair trends. If you're thinking about cutting your hair always get it done by a professional. Print out a picture and be sure to show your stylist and tell them exactly the look you are going for. Here are some great pictures of short hairstyles for women. Short Hairstyles for Women

Women Trendy Hairstyle 2010

How to Look After Your Hair Perm - Permed Hair Care Tips

There are several things that you need to keep in mind when you perm your hair. Its important to keep your hair healthy and have a pre consultation with your stylist before you perm your hair. You hair should be free from any chemicals for at least 24 hours before you perm.

Short Hairstyle Women 2010

There are three major looks out there at this time. For the women with long hair a lot of people are going with a more classic look. If you have medium to long hair you may want to try the following look. Pulling the hair back to the crown of the head make an almost bun high on the head. Leaving a few ends out using bobby pins, hair spray, and a ponytail holder to keep the hair up. With the loose ends that are out use hot curlers or a curling iron curl the loose ends. Try to keep the curls close to the top of the head. Use hair spray to hold the curls in place. This will give you a classic elegant look that you see on the red carpet these days. The next top look is for those women with short hair. There are a lot of women going with a shorter look. For those of you that want to try this out, the most trendy short hair look is slightly layered at the top and close to the nape of the hair is right by the face. You will want to use a gel to hold the look in place to create a slight spiked look. The last look that is sweeping the nation that has not quite got to the red carpet yet is streaks of various colors. The traditional blonde highlights are out and the fun purple, blue, and red highlights are in. Try something new, look at our article henna for your hair and you can determine if that is the look you want.

All About Curly Hair Care

For those of you with curly hair, you'll admit it can be both a blessing and a hassle. When your curls look good, they really look good. But all it takes is a slight change of weather and you've got frizz problems! 

It's true, curly hair can sometimes need a bit more care and attention than straight hair to keep it looking its best. Hairstyle.com has curly hair information and advice, hairstyles for curly hair and curly hair care tips that will have your locks looking their best.

It is important to understand your hair - once you understand what works with your curly hair, you can really enjoy your hair and learn to love it.

HOW TO STYLE CURLY HAIR

If you have wavy hair:

Give your naturally wavy hair more defined curls. Take small sections of your hair while its damp, and roll them up into little balls. Secure them into place with pins. Once your hair is dry, unpin your hair. Do not brush, instead just use your fingers to piece out your curls.

Not every stylist knows how to cut curly hair. Ask various salons if they have someone who specializes in curly haircuts. Curly hair needs to be cut wet so you can see the natural shape.

Layers can look great with curly hair, but don't get the layers cut too short as your curly hair will turn into a pouf.

To get perfect ringlets, start with damp hair.

Step 1: Apply a dime-sized amount of serum AND gel through hair from mid-strand to the ends.

Step 2: Take small sections from the top of your head & twist them down to the ends. Let them fall.

Step 3: Dry sections with a diffuser from roots to ends. (Don't scrunch your curls otherwise you could cause frizzing, instead cup the hair from below).

Step 4: When hair is almost completely dry, bend over & shake curls loose. Massage hair at the crown, this will add body.

Step 5: Flip hair back & finish styling with your fingers. Do NOT use a brush.

TWISTED UPDO

Hair twists and updos are always a very popular style. Sweep hair into a ponytail that rests at the back of the crown. Allow your curls to billow out over the top of the base. Secure the ends loosely against the back of the scalp to form a soft curly bun.

HALF UP / HALF DOWN STYLE

Once you have washed, dried and applied some product in your hair to really define your curls, this style is quick and easy to do.

Using your thumbs, position them just above your ear lobes. Slide your thumbs inwards at a 45 degree angle, towards the center of your head. When your thumbs meet, lift that top section of hair and tie it into a ponytail. Either tie it at the back of your crown, or try a looser, more casual look and tie the ponytail lower down.

SIDE SWEEP

A sexy side ponytail - a sleek smooth crown, that ties behind one ear and displays a beautiful cascade of loose curls.

Use a flat iron to straighten your hair from roots to middle of your hair. Brush your hair to one side and tie into a low ponytail. Separate the ponytail section into 1 inch sections and use a small to medium barrel curling iron to create ringlets. Holy the iron in place for up to 30 seconds.

CURLY HAIR CARE

• The best products for curly hair are alcohol-free products. Curly hair is naturally more fragile and dry than straight hair. Products that contain alcohol dry out your hair, and you want to avoid these products if your hair is curly.
• Minimize breakage by allowing your hair to air-dry as often as possible.
• Some curly haired women will skip every other shampoo and just use conditioning rinses. Shampoo at least once a week to avoid greasy hair and a build up of products, but if you shampoo too often this will dry our your hair and leave it frizzy.
• Use a moisturizing shampoo to help hydrate the scalp.
• Tip: Comb some conditioner through your hair before shampooing.
• On non-shampooing days, rinse your hair with warm water, apply conditioner and rinse well. This will give you clean hair, without stripping away the protective oils.
• Apply mousse to still-damp hair and spread from roots to end. This will help control frizz.
• Other ways to control frizz - use some leave-in conditioning products, or anti-frizz hair serums.
• DO NOT use a brush on your curly hair. Use a widetoothed comb or your fingers to detangle your curls.
• Always comb the conditioner through your hair when washing it. This will help evenly spread the conditioner from root to end. Detangle your hair before rinsing out the conditioner.
• To control frizzy hair, use an anti-frizz serum to smooth the frizz, add shine and condition your hair. Most serums contain silicone which sits on top of the hair shaft and protects hair from heat.

WANT CURLY HAIR?

Do you want curly hair? You might want to look into getting a perm or body wave.

A perm does not mean a scary, crimped Poodle-Do of the 80s. Perms have come a long way, and the result is a much more natural look. A perm can add body to limp hair, give you sexy loose waves or the corkscrew curls you've always wanted but weren't born with.

PERM

Perms work best on thick, strong hair that hasn't been colored. If you have a few highlights or even a full color, that is ok. But heavy highlighted, double processed hair can leave your hair fragile and slightly damaged. The strong chemicals for a perm could totally kill your hair if its already damaged.

If you're not sure if your hair could handle a perm, ask your stylist. They will want to know your hair history and can tell you if you are a suitable candidate for a perm.

Here's a trick to try at home. Take a few strands of hair and put them in a glass of water. If they float, your hair is healthy. If they sink, your hair is damaged and is soaking up moisture.

A perm will take about 1-2 hours, depending on the length of your hair. The way it works- chemicals are used to break and reform the structural bonds of your hair. After the hair is wrapped on a perm rod and the hair is placed in the physical shape we want it to take. The size of the rod determines the tightness of the curl. A chemical solution is applied which raises the cuticle of the hair strand and breaks of the bonds that of your natural hair wave pattern. 

After this chemical solution has been rinsed off, a neutralizer is used to reform the bonds of the hair and sets the new curl pattern.

If done correctly a perm will last about 2-6 months.

Body Wave

What is it? A new take on the horrid old "perm". It's a loose body wave and gives hair movement and volume. 

How does it work? It depends on the natural texture and condition of the hair. If the hair is dead-straight, large curls are done to create a soft, natural wave. If the hair already has a slight wave, the natural curl is emphasised by focusing on the bottom layers of the hair. This is all achieved with large rollers and strong setting solution. 

What hair types are (most) suitable? Those with healthy hair who are looking for a little bit of oomph, or those with the kind of limp hair that just sits there.

Which hair types are not suitable? Anyone with bleached, overcolored hair.

How long does it take? Usually around one and a half hours.

How much does it cost? From $60 to $150.

Temporary methods for curling your hair

HOME-MADE RAG CURLERS/ROLLERS
You will need to make 40 rag curlers depending on the thickness and ultimate length of your hair.
Use clean old sheets or old t-shirts to make the rag strips. Make sure they are natural fiber and lint free! Cut or tear into strips about an inch wide and 6 inches long. If your hair is very long you made need longer strips.
Wash your hair and let it dry until its just a little damp. Section your hair into ½ - 1 inch sections. Take one of the rags and lay it alongside the section of hair. Wrap the hair around the rag in a spiral, leaving enough cloth at the top and bottom so you can tie the ends together. Make sure the end of the strand isn't sticking out anywhere. The tighter you wrap the hair the tighter the curls will be.
Finish wrapping up the rest of your hair and then go to bed! The rags shouldn't be too uncomfortable at all.
The next morning, untie the rags gently and you should have some beautiful sausage curls.
If your hair is hard to curl, use some gel or setting lotion before rolling your hair.

Frankie Sandford - Crop Haircut

Frankie Sandford of the Saturdays has a short crop haircut. This cut, which features a slight black tinge to it, is one of the most appealing cuts out there. The hairstyle works with a major parting in the centre of the scalp. This parting will work to allow the hair to flow evenly from left to right with a large part moving directly to the front. The front part will involve a substantial bang curve to it.

Frankie Sandford - Crop Haircut

An important part of attaining this hairstyle involves the large bang on the far end of the face. This bang is about as wide as the eye that it is over. It will work with a right angle at the bottom and will allow the rest of the hair to naturally flow over the other eye.

Crop Hairstyle by Frankie Sandford

The main part of Sandford’s hairstyle is that it is completely round. This round shape is used to get people to pay more attention to her entire face and to see that it is more appealing. The color of the hair is also going to be completely even in its stature. A darker color is best but it can work for most other types of hair colors.

Celebrity Crop Haircut - Frankie Sandford

Alexandra Burke - Sexy Bob Hairstyle

Former “X Factor” contestant and pop singer Alexandra Burke is noted for her appealing bob hairstyle just as much as she is for her singing talent. Her bob hairstyle is one that works with her hair that goes down to her neck. It also features a series of bangs in the central part of her forehead. The hairs on the forehead will only go as far down as to the eyebrows. This is to make the hair more appealing and noticeable without being too much of a distraction to anything else.

Alexandra Burke - Bob Hairstyle

A round brush is used in the drying process of getting this hairstyle. This brush is used to get the hair to look smooth and sleek. Straightening balm is also used while the hair is being dried. A towel-drying process will work first followed by a blow-drying process. The balm is used in the first part with the comb in the second part.

Sexy Bob Hairstyle - Alexandra Burke

The final look that Burke has features a glossy finish to it. This is used to add a substantial shine to the hair without making it look too unappealing. The hair is also flat and will not be too curly except for some slight bends at the bottom parts.

Popstars Hairstyle - Alexandra Burke

Hair Color Tips (red hair, blonde hair, brunette hair)

Natural or colored, your hair shade affects how the world sees you... and how you see yourself.

Alot of our self-image is based on the perceptions of other people. You partially view yourself through others' eyes and act accordingly. That's why the color of our hair tends to stereotype us.
Here's the deal of what that means for all you redheads, blondes and brunettes. We've also got tips on how to keep your hair looking shiny and gorgeous, whatever the color.

Red Hair

There are very few natural redheads - only 3 perfect of the population is said to have fiery locks. For centuries, redheads have had to fight stereotypes. For many, red hair atop a female head automatically conjured images of wild women, hotheads, femme fatales, sexpots.
Redheaded women are often portrayed as strong, independant women. They are usually seen as feisty Irish "tough girls".
"Red is the new blond," says Tim Rogers, editorial stylist and spokesman for Charles Worthington hair and beauty salons in London. "She is a head-turning hybrid between the moody brunette and the bubbly blonde. She's not afraid to have fun and get noticed."
Red hair compliments brown which seems to be the color in fashion this season. Brown hair with brown fashion can look dull, while red adds more depth and contrast. Red hair also seems to have more shine, which can make your hair look more healthy and beautiful.

Red Hair Care Tips

Accentuate the fire and shine of your red hair with color stay shampoo and hair treatments. The best way to stop color fade is by using products specifically designed for colored hair.

John Frieda Radiant Red Color Envy Daily Color Sealer Price: $6.19

John Frieda Radiant Red Color Finish Super-Hold Hair Spray Price: $6.19

Hask Shine Stay Red Shampoo Cleans red hair without stripping color. Price: USD $4.59

Blonde Hair

Do blondes really have more fun? Maybe. Blonde is a happy color that reminds us of sunny days at the beach.

People see blondes as having more youthful vitality than other colors, and blonde hair can make you look younger. There's a subtle correlation between youth and blondness, since babies and children tend to have lighter hair than adults.

Q. What is the difference between a blonde and a shopping card?
A: The shopping cart has a mind of its own.

She was so blonde, she stood staring at the frozen orange juice because it said "Concentrate".

Do we still think blondes are dumb? Many people say we don't anymore. The Dumb-Blonde jokes are old. Modern blondes are perceived as powerful, independent and of course, still very sexy.
Blonde hair tends to require alot of attention to keep it looking glamorous and healthy, so blondes can give off the impression of high maintenance.

TIGI Hair Care Bed Head Dumb Blonde Conditioner Price: USD $15.96

TIGI Bed Head, Dumb Blonde Reconstructor Price: $16.99

TIGI Hair Care Bed Head Dumb Blonde Shampoo Price: USD $9.96

Brown Hair / Brunette

Brunettes project a grounded, stable image. Darker colors also connote earthiness. If you are wanting a more serious, sophisticated look, try a darken brunette hair color.
76 percent of American women think the first female president will have brown hair, according to Allure magazine.
According to a study into hair colour and the intensity of attraction, 51% of men thought brunettes were more attractive. Brunettes were described as intelligent, independent and self-sufficient. Two-thirds of the men said the brunette women appeared stable and competent.
Women with medium-length darker hair such as Sandra Bullock and Jennifer Garner areperceived as smarter and more fun loving.

Pantene Pro-V Brunette Expressions Glossing Serum Price: $5.99

Pantene Pro-V Brunette Expressions Sleekening Balm Price: $4.99

John Frieda Brilliant Brunette Simply Sleek Straightening Balm Price: $5.19

Celebrity Hairstyles - Lindsay Lohan at the AMA

Lindsay Lohan performed at the American Music Awards on Tuesday night. She looked so amazing with long, brunette extensions.

A 2010 Hair Trends Watch

When it comes to appearances, there is no denying the importance of hair. Feeling good about your hair can easily translate to a strong sense of overall confidence, while a "bad hair day" can put a damper on anyone's good mood. Fortunately, one of the best things about hair is its sheer versatility; you can wear it long or short, straight or curly, up or down, and in virtually any color imaginable. This offers a unique opportunity for experimentation, making hairstyles one of the best ways to partake in new and exciting trends - and make no mistake, there are new hair trends emerging each and every year, if not every season. Here are a few of the biggest hair trends to watch in 2010:



# The shoulder-grazing bob. Also known as a "long bob," this look first caught fire when it was spotted on Katie Holmes. Since then, Gwyneth Paltrow has adopted the style, to dazzling effect. It combines the edginess of a classic bob with the femininity of a longer hairstyle, and the extra length means fewer trims are necessary to maintain the look. Long bobs are also very easy to care for and style; most women choose simply to smooth hair with a flat iron and add shine serum for a glossy finish.
# Sideswept bangs. Bangs are a perennial favorite, thanks to their ability to soften any style and complement nearly every face shape. While blunt-cut bangs were all the rage a few years back, many women now prefer the prettier, more romantic vibe that sideswept bangs impart. These longer bangs, seen on celebs like Nicole Richie, are also easier to grow out, making them an ideal compromise for those who are not entirely sold on the concept of fringe.
# Long, curly "fairytale hair." Call it the Taylor Swift Effect! With her back-grazing blonde curls, Taylor has set off a bona fide hair trend that is particularly popular among teens. Fortunately, it is a youth-appropriate look that is easy to duplicate, and maintenance is as simple as removing split ends and curling (if necessary). Expect to see this style at high school proms all over the country this year!

Celebrity Hairstyles - Lindsay Lohan: Red Again?

Earlier this year we were shocked to see photos of Disney-movie starlet, Lindsay Lohan, looking gaunt and pasty. She lost a dramatic amount of weight, rumours were she was suffering from an eating disorder.



She was almost un-recognisable - her beautiful, curvy figure was practically gone and her famous red locks had been bleached. Some celebrities should not mess with their natural hair color.


However, I'm pleased to announce that recent photos of Lindsay Lohan show her sporting a much more flattering hair color.

Her hair was red back in September for the Premiere Movie Awards, and just last month at a Fendi store opening she was seen with a new, darker hair color.



Personally, we all agree red hair brings out the best of features, but this rich, chocolately brown is certainly an improvement.... As is the slight weight gain!

winter trendy Hairstyles 2010

Latest winter trendy Hairstyles

Sexy And Simple Hair Styles for Women in 2010

Usually, the teenagers always look at particularly to make impressions on others on the boys of adolescence. New clothing, the new shoes, the new handbags and especially the news and very last thing cuts supplement the list of almost all the girls of adolescence in the whole world, are capital fashion or with all the rural localities. The girls never miss hairstyles of a spot of chance of news on their friends. The majority of the teenagers in modern times often go the hairstyles of the celebrities of Hollywood.

The cuts of teenagers in 2009 would follow the principal tendencies of the women of high profile and the hot celebrities. In the year 2009, a good number of new tendencies emerged in cuts and hairstyles of teenagers. The cuts and the hairstyles of teenagers in the year 2009 change very fast, which is at all astonishing. The girls of adolescence started to take the hairstyles of the idols of adolescence and the young celebrities.

Big Hair Is Back This Season!

Whether your hair is curly or straight, you can give your roots a boost for some seriously sexy hair!

Big, bouncy, glamous hair was the rage at this years Emmy awards. Its also been spotted all over the catwalks (Versace, Chanel, Michael Kors).


Don’t be scared – this voluminous doesn’t have to bring back horrible eighties flashbacks. Instead opt for a more natural look – take note of your hair’s natural texture and flow and work with that.

Giving curly hair volume can sometimes be tricky – you don’t want to end up with frizzy hair. To avoid the frizz-factor, use John Frieda Sheer Blonde Full-Blown Blonde Volumizing Spray on the roots of your hair before gently blow-drying. Use a low speed and low heat and direct the dryer at the roots to give extra lift and a tousled finish.

Don’t be put off by the name – it works on brunettes too!

John Frieda Sheer Blonde Full-Blown Blonde Volumizing Spray

John Frieda Sheer Blonde Full-Blown Blonde Volumizing Spray Infused with white-grape complex, this volumizing spray expands and thickens shinny, skimpy strands for hair that looks and feels luxuriously full. Price: USD $5.50

DIY BACKCOMBING

Backcombing is a great way to boost your hair. It’s a form of teasing.

• Take a section of hair, lift it up and place a fine-toothed comb under the section of hair. Start at the middle of the section and comb down against the direction of the hair.
• For an all-over backcomb, take small sections at a time and tease. Lightly brush over the top layer of hair to finish.
• For a backcombed ponytail, tease hair at the crown and pull back and secure with a snagless elastic.

short hair

short hair

Growing out a short hair styles can be one of the most frustrating and confidence zapping processes a girl can go through, I once heard that 70% of a girl’s confidence comes from her hair. Thus growing out a short cuts over a period of a year can mean 365 bad hair days. As a hair guru this is one of the most common problems I face and I have to admit I have gone through this process myself, having gone from having a funky short hair cuts that everyone loved, to looking like a prison escapee as the months of growing out progressed.
So what follows is my best advice for short hair styles especially when you are growing out your short hair;
I know the point of growing your hair is not to cut it, but believe me it’s wise to take a little longer growing that hair out and allow your hairdresser help you by regularly tidying it up and keeping it in a reasonable style as you grow your hair out. Find a hairdresser that you trust and who knows your main aim is to grow your hair out. Remember short hair cuts come in various lengths with a help of a professional you can look like a star at every stage.

short hair

My best tip for looking like you have hair style rather than like your in transition is to not to grow your hair into one length from short to long. Not only will it be more frustrating for you, but you will end up looking like you are wearing a wig that has been run over, as the layers start to stick out and grow in different directions. So until your hair gets to about mid neck keep it layered and then you can start the process of growing it into one length.
Short hair can often look a little dull especially if you have black hair, and because you are not cutting it as often it can get frizzy adding to your growing out woes. Aim to always keep your hair looking shiny and healthy, invest in the best shampoo and conditioner you can afford, and take my advice invest in a good hair shining serum.
One of the best ways to disguise a bad hair day, and you will have many when you are growing out your hair is to accessorize. Thankfully headbands are all the rage at the moment. Resist the temptation to just push your hair back with a headband, blow dry the front of your hair into a fringe and put a wide headband behind your fringe to control the rest of your hair. A skinny headband worn with a fringe can also be a great look for work.

short hair

Split bobby pins like the one in the Scunci’s range are fantastic as they are long enough to hold a lot of hair yet come in a funky finish, do a side part and hold the hair with one split bobby pin, this also works well for the pompadour look, pull back the middle of your hair and a form a bit of quiff and hold firm with a no slip grip clip. Make sure you smooth the side of your hair with a shine serum for classic yet stylish look.
I realize that sometimes being able to pull a your growing hair back and put it into a tiny pony tail can be tempting, but that look is for sweaty tennis players, not fashionista’s who can handle every style situation. If you want to sweep all your hair back into a clean style do it with bobby pins, however invest in the best quality bobby pins that will stay in your hair all day as it will be a nightmare having to readjust your hair style.
Growing out a short hair cut can actually be exciting as you virtually get to have a different style every week, however it’s a commitment so make it firmly and stay away from hairdressers when you are having a bad day. Follow my tips and enlist the help of a good hairdresser, hair products and accessories and most importantly have fun.

Want Beautiful Curly Hair?

Naturally curly hair needs moisture to keep it healthy and looking beautiful, rather than dried out and frizzy. We're not talking about grease, but you should definitely be avoiding products with drying alcohol.



Some curly haired girls will skip every other shampoo and just use conditioning rinses. You should shampoo at least once at week if your scalp is oily or if you have a building up of products. However, curly hair will become too dry and frizzy if you shampoo too often.
Use a moisturizing shampoo to help hydrate your scalp. Another tip is to comb some conditioner throughout your hair before shampooing.
On the non-shampooing days just rinse your hair with warm water, apply conditioner and rinse well. This will give you clean hair without stripping away the protective oils.
If mousse is not enough to stop your hair from going frizzy, then you should use some leave-in conditioning products, or anti-frizz hair serums.
John Frieda has a huge range of Frizz-Ease products specifically made to control frizzy, puffy, flyaway hair.
Step 1: Cleanse with Frizz-Ease Smooth Start Defrizzing & Nourishing Shampoo.
Step 2: Condition with Frizz-Ease Defrizzing & Nourishing Conditioner.
Step 3: Use Frizz-Ease Hair Serum. This serum works brilliantly when used with the other products, but can also be used successfully alone to control frizz. Apply the serum to wet hair.

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Frizz-Ease Defrizzing & Nourishing Conditioner Step 2 Moisture-rich formula reduces frizz as it smoothes, heals & replenishes.

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Frizz-Ease Hair Serum Step 3 Instantly smoothes, repels moisture to prevent frizzy hair. Contains sunscreen.

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Frizz-Ease Styling Straight Wind-Down Relaxing Creme Step 4 Ultra-softening, condition formula. Adds Shine as it smoothes & straightens.

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Frizz-Ease Miraculous Recovery Deep-Conditioning Treatment Step 5 Repairs dry, damaged hair. Moisturizes, strengthens and shines.

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