Response

Can I say WOW??? Either I have people blowing smoke up my tooshie or people really are accepting of what I have to say. Time will tell. I have had an amazing response to the last blog post. I was honestly quite shocked. Maybe I shouldn't be but I am. It is not the response I was expecting. People seem to be 'ok' with the changes. I was worried. The whole post came after an anxiety filled day at work. Things I have been saying for months, I finally put to action. I have been working on these changes for a while. I knew that my clientele would go up or it would go down. So far no one has canceled so I guess that is a positive thing. Maybe this is just what I needed to get the ball rolling. More changes are coming.

I dont wanna....

This is a post that has been a long time coming. This is something that is hard for me to discuss. I have decided this year, 2012, is a year that I am going to stick up for myself and take care of myself. For the longest time I just went with the flow. I work very hard for what I have and what I do. How do I even start with this post?
I love hair, It is my passion. There are so many reasons as to why I don't do hair full time, I want to but I don't. Maybe it is that I cant. It just isn't in my cards at the moment. When I started doing hair I always told myself that I would keep prices affordable. I wanted everyone to have the chance to feel as good as I do when I get my hair done, even on a budget! so lets just get to the point. I need to get some things out that are not easy to say. I don't want to point out one person in this situation but these things happen all.the.time.

• First off I wanna say that there are no longer going to be 'family' or 'friend' discounts. The prices I will set will be the same all across the board for everyone. 

• I will also no longer do trade work. I don't want anyone feeling that they are getting the raw end of the deal including myself.

• I will also now start charging a service fee for any product that one may need. It will be around $5 per item, the more you get, I will lower the service fee. I worked very hard to become certified in what I do and I don't want to be giving product out at my cost (I haven't ever charged for my time or gas).

• I will now put into effect a cancellation fee. I get alot of cancellations and hour before appointments and those are impossible to fill. The cancellation fee will consists of the price of what you had scheduled (if it was a color and cut, it would be the price of that color and cut) You must cancel 24 hours prior to your appointment.

• Payment is due at the time of service. I will no longer accept IOU's. I have too many people do that and I tend to forget with all of them. If you forget cash or check you will be required to run to the ATM or home to grab money. Please make sure you have money with you to pay for the services. 

• Because I work a full time job please allow 1 to 2 week to get scheduled, especially with color. Haircuts are a bit easier for me to fit in and don't always require as much time to schedule.

• I try really hard to fit hair in on the week days (Monday - Thursday). I feel that I deserve the weekends off since I am working 60 plus hours a week. I appreciate all that my clients do for me and sticking it out with me all of this time.

So lets get to pricing:
Cuts

• Men $5
• Women $8
• Shampoo and style with any cut $4

Color

• All over 1 color $40
• Half head weave one color $45
• For every color added to half head weave will be an additional $5 (if you have 3 colors the total is $55)

• Full head weave will be an additional $20. (If you have a full head weave with 2 colors that will be $70
• Color corrections will be $100 an hour (color correction is applying the color - usually bleach - and washing the hair more than once. This is a tedious task and time consuming)

All of my colors include a cut.

Updos/down dos - starting at $45 (Contact me for high school proms. Those will be a tad bit lower for a high school budget)

Perm - call for details. It will depend on length and type of perm you want.

 Wax

• Lip $5
• Eyebrow $5
• Nose $5
• Underarm $10
• Arm half $10
• Arm Full $15
• Leg Half $15
• Leg Full $20
• Bikini $15
• Back $10

*I will not be doing Brazilian wax at this time.
**If you don't see something on the list please ask! I may have forgotten some things.
*** bundling is accepted so please ask!
****Prices are subject to change.

Choose A Hair Color

When you stop and think, is really the only two non-surgical ways that you can suddenly change appearance. You can get a new hairstyle fashion, or you can give a new hair color brand. Since it is impossible to glue the hair on the back of the saw, I suggest you dye your hair the next time you want to change something in your life.

Choose a color

Once you have decided to change the color of your hair, all you have to do is choose the color.

It goes without saying that you should choose a hair color that matches your skin tone and complexion. Because your hair is always going to be next to your face, the last thing you want or need to do is dye it a color that contrasts with your skin so you are always washed and bad.

The best way to determine whether a hair color that suits you is to keep the sample photo printed on the box next to your face and get the opinion of two or three different people.

If you want to go for something that is both brilliant and sexy, you must choose a shade of red hair color. One thing that is so great on the red hair is that there is a shade that works for almost all types of hair and complexion.

Longevity

Once you select a hair color, you must decide how long you want to live with his eyes. There are three basic types of hair dyes: those who immediately washed, semi-permanent is good for a dozen shampoos and permanent take several months to disappear.

The advantage of hair dyes that wash, and semi-permanent color is that if you choose a color and realize you hate it when it is in your hair, you do not have to wait long for change it. You can just wash it with water. Permanent dyes look good and usually come with a really good conditioner makes your hair soft and supple to the touch.

If you use permanent hair color, you have to wait eight days before the 21 new color.

Hair Extensions For Short Hair

Hair extensions are the second choice of hairstyle, which is growing in popularity. While celebrities (like Paris Hilton) have used hair extensions for years, the public is only now becoming aware of them and their ability to change their hair in long, luxurious manes.

Growing your hair, especially from a short hair style in particular can take years. Hair extensions can have long hair you want without having to wait. For women suffering from hair loss, hair extensions can be a beacon of light. Not only can hair extensions lengthen your hair, but can also be used to fill in areas of hair loss and give your hair a more natural, thicker appearance.

Hair extensions are done by different methods, such as fabrics Braid, Councils or Micro Mega Link / inclusive. Regardless of the method, always make sure that the extensions are done by a professional. Even when done correctly, hair extensions are safe and not damage the hair or scalp, if done correctly, the scalp and hair damage can occur.

Sizzling Hot! - Hair Extensions

Curly hair is crisp sparkling. Loads of curiosity tag curly hair has really exploded in time for the introduction of the Jessica Simpson hairdo clip-on hair extensions during the previous year.

Customers hair, who practiced without a good reason to have fun instantly change your hair in minutes on the inside too is excited about how easy clip-in hair extensions to exploit, and be dressed

A set of hair, the customers are generally good-bye to their beloved clip-in proxy "training wheels" with the back and the world are replacing semi-permanent extensions. Even if the clip-in extensions to a series of huge commissions, are in high demand to take off almost every night and re-applying every day. the number associated with your hair like your face faster than a standard repair, and are turning to extensions for the locks had to dress up in a few weeks if not months, of course, at the time without removing them every night.

Because the clip-in hair extensions, plus a more sustainable so hot today, we have arguments, there is usually inside when we all want instant gratification and immediate results. The time was more precious than the progressive variety of reasons, ranging from the pressures of work, classes or your loved ones the hassle.

Clip-in extensions and semi-permanent has become a beautiful journey from the beginning of their income, while only a hairdresser celebrities use them in a big name celebrities. 5 years previous hair extensions have become very close, that many of the salons have had time to study a series of extension options available today.

Hair Extensions - Very Hot or Not for the future?

Hair extensions are just going to buy more warm. Manufacturers of all models of hair extension that consumers like and want hair like hair extensions.

Consequently, they have worked hard to perk up in the class of the hair, which is available and the types of systems used to reduce accident with agitation.

And 'good for you hair?

If you're used to the temptation to jump into the world of hair extension, you should try to do a bit of land. Always a good idea, first a large clip system you can find and test your home. If you care about freedom and choices for the beautiful "hair on the fly" may well be a huge competitor in the transition to more sustainable links.

General Information

Hair extensions are "in" hair and fashion accessory of the decade. They are getting hot. When their reputation proceeds to increase, keeping an eye on lots of innovative features and properties. Also expect that the level of hair scope of expertise of hairdressers around the world to bring the swelling and rising. When it reaches the hair add-on, you really would like to do one thing and that's your new immediate

Curly Hair Styles, Long Hair Short And Medium Term

Female hair is often an individual, to be jealous of most of the other females. This is the hair that is more appropriate in relation to special events and opportunities, if we want to do curls or waves of light in large quantities, careless curls or loops. And if you have not heard, so you could look presses the hair to look more stable chemical, or you can try traditional curlers and hair clips are too much at once.

Frizzy hair, however, is that treatment should be kept in mind before a perfectly healthy to do curls. All individuals need to know where to find sea urchins, or maybe just brushing is not recommended - you may need to clean or wash the curls is a great page! In add-on, wild hair requires a lot of moisturizer and sometimes curl up in the original products. As soon as we consider carefully the proper management of their own doing curls, you're going to get their hair to look the same individuals celebrities in film and literature.

The other half of the critical style of the real leader is well-groomed long hair. Lady with short hair is a hair wild limited, and that something needs to be faced with a difficult task, especially when trying to tame the wild hair, in particular. This does not mean, however, that some people have to live with a pile of unruly curls Royal Crown of the mind. To see if the braids are the number of side roads for a meeting, or perhaps just a whisper to abandon their networks end of the process of its functions. Hair clips and pins can be used to subscribe to the hair of the head in different positions, which can be completely up to you for your character.

The average size and size of real hair, the development of more precise and well cut. Hair of medium size, it is easy to learn and a variety of designs you can choose the design. If you decide on a real Keep your head up, hair, or even a fluorescent thick hair is real, but it is easy to maintain and easy to adjust. Alternative to a hair upswept do, you can try a lot of hair on top of the head and also allows connections to machines vulnerable in one direction. The other half of her hair should be able to cut selected items from the hair to leave delicate tendrils and haired said in good condition.

Both options are suitable for this special event is very romantic and more casual you can have a horse hair in extra tight on the head or can allow you to stay relaxed as you wish.

Long wild hair may be a small deviation from the medium or short hair styles. All sound simple but elegant, you can try simply pulling your hair beautiful, the underlying problems in your body, leaving the wave-sensitive area of ​​the face. You can try alternatives such as hooks, hair and other hair accessories for the head to produce fluctuations in beautiful hair.


Curly Hair Styles, Long Hair VIDEO

Hairstyle Ideas for Curly Hair 

Best Woman Curly And Wavy Hair Cut V 2011

In women, tired of their long straight hair styles, we have good news, try wavy hairstyles for most of you, and give a new modern look sexy. Long wavy hair styles are very flexible and easy to maintain, and use the celebrities to the best waves, issued in 2011 are really nice and careful combing of the waves, and a few highlights.To best wavy hair, you must read the recommendations for a hair at its best. Hair is thin and not very wavy curly, so if you're not careful, can make you look sloppy and sexy. But if you do it right next to you, and all eyes are visible, when this type of hairstyle that will surely give you a look bold and sexy at the same time.

The women with wavy hair wavy hair does not look, but if you have wavy hair, you will need to bring a modern haircut is a great personality and impressions through a type of hairstyle. It is very easy to manage wavy hair, and the same goes for hairstyles.Here which you can find many styles of contemporary hairstyles medium wavy hair.Long or wavy are easy to handle and can be left for some time, and you can really trust and fashion, and to help these hairstyles.

Long Hair: How to make a ponytail Belly Under: Cute Hairstyles

Short Hairstyles Sedu

Short hair is the most important fashion over the years, which has produced so many hairstyles trends time.Sedu is one of the hottest trends in hair short hair which makes women seem much warmer.

Sedu hairstyles short days has become very popular thse and using a flat iron Sedu hair can make you look like a celebrity with the right short sedu hair style that suits your face.

It does not matter what kind of short hair you have, the Sedu is right for you. Sedu hairstyles for women that can be used anywhere in your home or office all day and is the best choice for occasions to look good and different.

Sedu hair always look great, whether direct or curly, long or short! So this time we are in the presence of different hairstyles, Sedu hairstyles in recent years. Enjoy the pictures and you're sure to find some ideas for Sedu hairstyles.

Sedu infuses moisture into your hair so you never feel brittle and dry with a sedu hair style.All of us like to look fabulous and great without having to take a long time and effort. Sedu short hair style object is the right way to do just that.

The Sedu short hairstyle is also easy to get the ethnic hairstyles, naturally curly and unmanageable hair.Short are easy to maintain with a Sedu hair straightenerto make it adorable.For for perfect Sedu hairstyles that fit your face each time it is important to note that a conditioning shampoo must be used before the hand that will give you a better appearance to face with flowing hair.

2011 Sedu Hairstyles For Fall/Winter

All people talk about sedu hairstyles. Most celebrities wear sedu hairstyles. Jennifer Aniston was known as the queen of beauty and Beyoncé style.As Sedu, Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears, Jessica Simpson, Hilary Duff, Mariah Carey, Madonna, Liz Hurley and Avril Lavigne, Jessica Alba! Sedu comes from "seduction" is introduced by Sedu Ionic ceramic professional level. This popular brand of plates has become synonymous with style fork right, "Sedu hairstyle". Soon iron plates growing in the world and make a real success. When you say hair straightener, most women will have the same association: straightener.shortlonghairstyles.com Sedu hair hairstyles Sedu How to get? Sedu hairstyles can be easily created by the tool of hair known as "Sedu flat iron." The recovery process often leaves the burning hair and brittle. The effect was even worse if the process is conducted at home by non-professionals.

There were many times that people have lost their hair very long because of a botched rectification. That all changed with the Sedu hair iron.

Sedu hairstyle tips: When hair is straightened with the Sedu hair iron, Sedu hairstyles are endless. The hair is still soft and manageable, so all up and down are very easy to make. There really and truly no limit to different styles, when a woman can use her hair straightened with the Sedu hair iron hair trends in 2011 fall / winter, Sedu, braids, curls and short hairstyles Bob. Here are some sedu hairstyles for you.

4 Headgear Were Easy To Glamour

Who want to stop you're stuck on the island of the Blue Lagoon Brooke Shields to get the most irresistible in the summer of hair. Glamour magazine has four sexy summer hairstyles, it's easy to do and you feel sexy this summer, despite rising temptures.

Style and Focus

Easy Summer Hair Ideas Glamour

Now is the time to be locked in struggle with the heat of the steam-bath type device. Meet our four favorite light displays:

A beautiful ponytail

Pony tail is a classic hairstyle for the summer, but why not give a sexy update. You can create this look: You can drag the hotfix without a band of fantasy. In fact, you may have tried this back in high school - a slick back your hair for the pony base, then add the extra rubber bands every couple of inches down the tail (or shorter hair, every inch), a trick that makes it look more Greek goddess of the physico-AND-esque: the card for your hair between the elastic enough to give him some puffs.

Adult Pigtails

Braids, always associated with being cute covered has been updated. These disorders horse will keep the hair low on his face at a 90 degree day while giving you a sexy hair, to get to see. And you will not get sweaty, your style is. To create this look: only part of your hair in the center with your fingers (a comb would be too simple) and secure each side into a ponytail at the nape of his neck, loss of parts above the elastic finger to mock tails to add volume.

 

Beach-babe Waves

It's not fun to wear your hair back every day. Do not let your fear make you a sexy beach babe frizzy mane. To create this look: Spritz conditioner on wet hair (bonus if you have been swimming in salt water - that will add texture sexy) and turn two large loaves, pinning the top of the head. Let them dry while you relax in the sun, or wear them at night, and then click Detach and tousle. Suddenly, the moisture will boost your volume Best Friend!

 

The Lazy-girl Updo

Buns could be the most underrated area of ​​summer hair - they are very elegant and resistant to moisture. To create this look: Just do a low pony elegant, slightly twist the tail into a bun and secure with a few hairpins. (Bonus:. Works with wet hair and dry) this season, try to hide yourself falling into a pile of sticks luxurious hair or adding a beautiful flag.

Teen Hairstyles

When you are young, is the time of our lives when making impressions is usually the priority. So, to make a new style of cloths, new shoes, and of course the new teen hairstyle. From secondary school, there are always classes with peers, lunch with peers, our peers, at dances, and many other contexts, so we are always impressed the way we age. As each year passes there are new clothing styles, new looks, and new hairstyle ideas for teens to go to these new trends. Of course, brings all to hairstyles for teen prom, where everyone tries to get the best and most popular teen hairstyles that are perfect for prom. Teenage hairstyles can change as often as the seasons. Although most are simple dos we can do at home, some people are layering, coloring, and other teen hairstyles that match celebrities or other idols that young people pick up.

Teen Celebrities

Teens are some of the best ways to hairstyles teens. Hair styles usually mimic teens teen celebrity hairstyles, magazines and all that is the most popular and trendy at the moment. Pop stars and boy bands to launch a number of trends. See MTV and other teen favorite shows different styles can emerge. Two widely distributed magazines, Teen Magazine and Seventeen magazine are a good source for finding hair styles among adolescents who are new and trendy. These companies also have their counterparts website that can spread the most popular styles teen hair big cities to small.

Tips and Ideas

New teen hairstyles ideas always pop up on celebrities actresses pop stars, so keep an eye on

Do not follow all the hot new teen hairstyles new, they might not be comfortable

If too many people are in your hair, do not do it, too much of the same style, you usually leave the crowd

Try new hairstyles that many teens because your young, your hair will grow faster and has many years and forget a bad hairstyle in no time

Summer Hair Styling

Different hairstyles summer hairstyles in winter because it's less work and can be used to create loose updos that make the person appear as if just out of reach. Many of these haircuts that are appropriate for the beach are also suitable for the individual who participates in an evening or event. The versatility that comes with summer hairstyles can be used for a variety of styles.

One of the key aspects of summer hairstyles is the creation of hair easy to comb. Wide as the loops are one of the summer season seems to be the most popular after the summer. If a large barrel curling iron is used to create ties with the fashion, or wet hair pin is used to create curls and waves that look like they really came from the beach, these styles are sure to bring the hot summer days in the hottest summer nights.

Summer is hot and that is why many women who are looking for creative ways to get the hair off the face. Whether you are the decorations that can dress up in a ponytail or just to find a way to weave and braid hair to create a development that occur Updo, there are many ways to create a summer hairstyle, you can thank you.

1930s hairstyles

Great story showing the hairstyles that suit different face shapes, with very glamorous results!
Hairstyles for different face shapes.

Great opening shot of a pretty girl wearing a hair net, sitting under a hairdryer and leafing through a magazine. Various shots then show us which hairstyles suit different face shapes, according to Jean Barrie, beauty expert of 'Woman's Fair' (although both commentary and hairstyling are done by men). This same brunette is seen having her hair set in a style that will disguise a prominent forehead; the finished hairdo shows sausage curls on each side, loose ones on top and a long roll of hair at the back.

The next girl, a blonde with a round face has her loose, fluffy hairstyle turned into a sleek one, combed close to the face, with little curls around the face to "soften the plumpness". A 'brownette' girl with a narrow face has her normal style adjusted to give her curls at the temples and at the back. Very glamorous.

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Glamorous Curly Hairstyles

How to Make Glamorous Curly Hairstyles



Make your long hair curly and beautiful. Get tips for finishing your curly hair in this free video series about how to curl your hair in ringlets.

1960s Hairstyle

Hairstyles for Medium Length Hair

Get a sassy go-go dancer look with the 1960's tease hairstyle. Learn how to do a tease hairstyle with a teasing comb in this free beauty video about hairstyles for medium length hair.

Hairdos for School

Nothing unique or special, just sharing the hairdos do for japonishe school

Cute Quick

Step 1 :
Straighten Your Hair Or Curl It.. In My case i straighten it.
Step 2 : Get the back of your head hair, [crown bit] and tease it down using a brush/comb, put hair spray on the roots of where you teased it and flatern it down a lil bit.
Step 3: grab a lil bit of your side hair and get a bobby pin and put the bobby pin on the hair to hold your hair in.. put as many bobby pins in as you need. and Repeat of the other side.
step 4: put some hairspray where you put you hair up. and spray gentley over all the hair
step 5: put headband on and Wow!

Prom Hairstyles

Author: BecomeGorgeous

We all get nervous before prom. Everyone expects us to look gorgeous and we also want to be the hottest ones. It is the final contest for our beauty, when we can prove that we can also look good and not only be a great student. We have to take big decisions and be ready to shine. We need a perfect dress, perfect makeup and of course a perfect hairstyle. Here are the hottest styles you can choose from.

Loose hairstyles

Loose hairstyles are the simplest way to style our hair. It is perfect for any length and any hair type. It may be styled in tree ways: straight, wavy, or curly. It is up to us to decide which one matches our personality. The straight hair will lengthen the face but don't forget to keep the face clear by not framing it. It is recommended for round face shapes. Wavy or curly hairstyles are more romantic, that's why they are very popular. It is a glamorous hairstyle that reminds of the fairytale looks. The waves and curls may be styled with rollers, curling iron, or even with the flat iron. According to the result we want to achieve, the curling tool can be chosen by the size and the texture we are dreaming of. Of course, fixing it is an essential part of this hairstyle, but if it's done properly, it doesn't need touch-ups during the entire prom.

Half updo hairstyles

The half updos are great for all the face shapes and hair types. It is a glamorous hairstyle that can be styled with medium and long hair. It provides a very feminine look, and with the pinned up sides, it emphasizes the facial features. If we pump it up on the top, it creates a lengthening and slimming illusion. It is very popular between celebrities to, because of the goddess look that provides. The texture of the hair is recommended as being wavy, but goes well with curly to. For the straight hair, some side swept bangs can look great, while the wavy/curly ones need to tease it up. In this case, don't forget to treat your hair after the event. The half updo hairstyle is perfect for any occasion, it can be done quickly, and fixed perfectly. You can even do it yourself, but for such an important event like the prom, we recommend going to a hair saloon.

Updo hairstyles

If you want the most feminine and chic look, than choose the updo hairstyle. It is perfect for lengthening the neck and it can be styled in so many ways, that any kind of illusion may be created to hide your flaws. Teasing it, pinning it up, pulling it back or mix it with braids, you can do anything you think about. It matches any outfit and any event. Bangs can be left down or pinned up and braided with the rest of your hair. It can be accessorized and spiced up with hair jewelry or flowers. You can even wear a tiara. Vintage hairstyles can be created just as bohemian ones. It doesn't have to be complicated, it can be just as glamorous with the most simple updo ever. Maybe a french twist updo for a really feminine look. The ways to style updo hairstyles are endless. Just leave your imagination free and enjoy the prom.

And lets not forget about the vintage burlesque hairstyles that may be created from all hair types and all lengths. Just make some finger waves, fix them and style it into a good girlish hairstyle. Use some vintage hair accessory and you are ready to go.

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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.

All About Curly Hair

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.

Read more about curly hair at Hairstyle.com

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.