Within the past two years, singer/songwriter Jhené Aiko has made major changes to her hair. Back in 2013, Jhené chopped off her long beautiful locks, and kept her hair short ever since. She’d repeatedly trim her hair, but for the most part kept it between chin-length and shoulder-length. Jhené would also play around with hairstyles, occasionally straightening her hair, curling her hair or le...
What do actresses Emma Stone, Kate Mara and Diane Kruger all have in common? Wavy, texturized, tousled tresses, styled by L’Oreal Paris celebrity hairstylist Mara Roszak. Roszak is revealing all the secrets for her hottest Hollywood hairstyle with something she’s calling the “ wavy hair dance. ” Roszak chatted with ABC News’ Sarah Haines about why the look was so popular now. “It’s, yo...
Whether you’re trying to grow your hair out or just struggling to make time for a salon visit, admitting you might need a haircut is always a good first step. They say you should have your hair trimmed every six to eight weeks, but it all depends on your hair type and how you treat your locks in between. Know the telltale signs to find your hair’s sweet spot. Here are 7 signs it might be time for ...
Receding hairlines is a problem for many men and women, even LeBron James. Now, you could go James’ route and get hair plugs or use hair paint, or whatever it is he’s doing to “cover up” his famous receding hairline, or you could use a healthier method, which will probably be more beneficial in the long run… One method is using mustard oil. Mustard oil is a dark yello...
I recently tried a new shampoo that’s meant for thin hair, and it works wonders!
Applying honey may sound a little weird, and may seem quite difficult since honey is a sticky and messy substance, but it’s a very, very effective solution to dry hair. Honey (raw honey) has several antioxidants and nutrients that encourage hair growth and honey is a naturally moisturizing ingredient; it works like a conditioner, but without all the chemicals. It’s a win-win situation;...
Sulfates are found in shampoo’s ingredients because they are great at dissolving dirt or buildup, they are inexpensive, and they foam well. However, the big question is, are shampoos with sulfates bad for your hair? Well if used too frequently sulfates can be harmful because they are known to dry out skin and hair. As women of color our hair is prone to dryness and over usage of sham...
Recently I mixed some yogurt with my Biolage Matrix Conditioner and it left my hair super soft. The cold weather is really beginning to make my hair dry out, so I decided to put a little extra kick in my deep conditioning routine. If you want to try yogurt as a conditioner, there are different homemade yogurt recipes that you can try which include adding other ingredients such as eggs, hone...
Oil rinsing, or oil washing, is a popular cleansing method for naturally coily hair. Oil washing is a process that involves using a carrier oil such as olive oil or castor oil to smooth through soaked or damp natural hair repeatedly from scalp to ends and rinsed out under cool water. Oil rinsing can be performed alone, before or after shampooing your hair, in place of a shampoo before using a cond...
We may cringe a little when we pay for these items, but they have proved their value beyond the sticker price. There’s usually at least one product or service that costs more than others in its league but keeps you coming back. Even if we’ve tried so-so cheaper alternatives, there’s a reason we consider these picks worth the occasional splurge. MOROCCANOIL HAIR TREATMENT $43 for 3.4 fluid ounces a...
For those who know its values, coconut oil is said to be one of the best oil for hair treatment and conditioning. When used on hair, it gives shine to dry hair. Its also a good treatment for dandruff. Making a hair treatment out of a good and quality coconut is easy. Follow these steps: A – Buy a good quality coconut oil from a health food store. use a virgin coconut oil that is made from fresh c...
We all know that the trend of going natural is increasingly growing but relaxer free is not for everyone. As a licensed stylist for over 13 years I have seen and heard many stories from clients who have succeeded and failed at this growing trend, so let me give you are few pros and cons of going natural. PROS 1. Maximum hair growth With proper treatments and trims many women have noticed an increa...
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