Showing posts with label hair care tips. Show all posts
Showing posts with label hair care tips. Show all posts

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Tips to Prevent Oily Hair:

Best 6 Ways to Reduce Greasy Hair with Proper Styling & Care
The scalp has sebaceous glands which can produce grease (known as sebum). This grease naturally penetrates the hair follicle and can spread down the hair shaft. In most cases this will allow your hair to look shiny and glossy. However, if the glands produce too much sebum you can end up with stringy hair, matted hair, or even an itchy scalp. To avoid and prevent oily hair, use these beauty tips to help you learn how to keep your hair healthy and never too greasy.

1. Shampoo Just Enough
If you struggle with greasy hair and want to eliminate it, learning how often to shampoo is very important. Most experts recommend that you wash your hair with shampoo every other day, choosing to just rinse with water on the opposite days.

Remember! If you don’t shampoo often enough your hair will look and feel greasy due to products building up on your hair shaft or from environmental toxins seeping into your hair. On the other hand, if you over-shampoo your hair and strip too much grease from the shafts of your hair, the sebaceous glands will try to produce more oil, to compensate in a natural way. So, experiment to see how many days you can skip shampooing to get the results you desire.

2. Use Fewer Styling Products
Often the scalp will become oily because the skin is suffering from oil build-up. This can be caused by styling products or even perspiration. You can help eliminate this potential problem by scrubbing your scalp to get rid of excess oil but reducing the amount of products you use can fix this issue as well. If you’re dealing with an oily scalp and you need a quick fix, a product like dry shampoo can be your saving grace!

3. Adjust Your Diet
Just like with skin care, getting the best results in hair care can certainly involve eating a healthy diet. When you eat a healthy diet, your scalp’s natural oils will be balanced. Be sure to reduce the amount of fatty or oily foods you eat and try to stay away from preservatives and additives. Think about taking a multi-vitamin and eating more fresh fruits, vegetables and protein. When you eat healthy, your entire body including your hair will improve.

4. Don’t Over-Condition Your Hair
Many people overuse conditioner which can lead to greasy hair. If you struggle with greasy hair, never use a leave-in conditioner and reduce the amount of daily conditioner you may use. Instead, use a conditioner you rinse out and search for a lightweight variety. If your hair is extremely greasy skip the deep conditioning altogether as well. Also, try applying the conditioner only to the ends of your hair, to get rid of a greasy scalp.

5. Stop Stressing
When you are stressed out your body will react with fluctuating hormones that can affect your hair and many other areas of the body. So, if you’re feeling overly stressed be sure to find ways to calm yourself. Try meditation or hit the gym to burn off the extra stress load you’re carrying, just remember to wash your hair after because sweat can make your hair extremely greasy.

6. Visit Your Salon for More Helpful Treatments
If all else fails and you’re still struggling with greasy hair talk to your stylist. Some salons offer a clarifying treatment which will strip some of the natural grease from your hair. However, these treatments can be quite expensive. A stylist might also be able to advise you on specific haircuts which might contribute to excess grease. For instance, shorter hair seems to get greasy faster, because there is less hair to naturally distribute the sebum your scalp creates.

Publications: Febstore

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Hair Care Tips


- Brush your hair regularly before going to bed each night.

- Wash your hair with a mild shampoo. Use very little but enough to cover hair completely with lather. Use a conditioner to keep hair manageable.

- Avoid brushing wet hair. This will cause the hair to stretch and finally break. Finger-dry, or use a wide-toothed comb instead of a brush to gently remove the knots.

- Restrict blow-drying your hair. The process of blow-drying is harsh on hair as it robs off all the moisture.

- Avoid dyes. Use mehandi (henna) instead as a conditioner and colouring agent.

- Take a calcium supplement or drink two glasses of milk a day.

- Always hold hair dryer away from your hair. Direct air from the hair dryer down hair shaft and not directly into the roots and keep it moving.

- After a perm, never brush your hair. Instead comb hair gently.

- Trim your hair once in 7 weeks to avoid split ends.

- Avoid pulling back your hair tightly.

- Never use a rubber band on your hair as it can pull and damage hair considerably.

- Never go out in the sun without having your head covered.

- Stimulate circulation by massaging your head with oil to which some vitamin E has been added. This will make hair soft and silky.

- Never wash your hair with very hot or very cold water.

- Learn to relax. Hair loss can happen because of stress. Eat foods that are rich in vitamin B, C and E.

- Add iron and minerals in the natural form in your diet.

- If your hair is oily, cut down on fried food and fat. Drink plenty of water.

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Friday, April 27, 2012

Tips to Prevent Oily Hair


Best 6 Ways to Reduce Greasy Hair with Proper Styling & Care
The scalp has sebaceous glands which can produce grease (known as sebum). This grease naturally penetrates the hair follicle and can spread down the hair shaft. In most cases, this will allow your hair to look shiny and glossy. However, if the glands produce too much sebum, you can end up with stringy hair, matted hair or even an itchy scalp. To avoid and prevent oily hair, use these beauty tips to help you learn how to keep your hair healthy and never too greasy.

1. Shampoo Just Enough
If you struggle with greasy hair and want to eliminate it, learning how often to shampoo is very important. Most experts recommend that you wash your hair with shampoo every other day, choosing to just rinse with water on the opposite days.
The thing to remember is, if you don’t shampoo often enough, your hair will look and feel greasy due to products building up on your hair shaft or from environmental toxins seeping into your hair. Obviously, you want your hair to be clean. However, if you over-shampoo your hair and strip too much grease from the shafts of your hair, the sebaceous glands will try to produce more oil to compensate in a natural way. So, experiment to see how many days you can skip shampooing to get the results you desire.

2. Use Fewer Styling Products
Often the scalp will become oily because the skin is suffering from oil build-up. This can be caused by styling products or even perspiration. You can help eliminate this potential problem by scrubbing your scalp to get rid of excess oil but reducing the amount of products you use can fix this issue as well. Of course, if you’re dealing with an oily scalp and you need a quick fix, a product like dry shampoo can be your saving grace!

3. Adjust Your Diet
Just like with skin care, getting the best results in hair care can certainly involve eating a healthy diet. When you eat a healthy diet, your scalp’s natural oils will be balanced. Be sure to reduce the amount of fatty or oily foods you eat and try to stay away from preservatives and additives. Think about taking a multi-vitamin and eating more fresh fruits, vegetables and protein. When you eat healthy, your entire body will improve including your hair.

4. Don’t Over-Condition Your Hair
Many people overuse conditioner which can lead to greasy hair. If you struggle with greasy hair, never use a leave-in conditioner and reduce the amount of daily conditioner you may use. Instead, use a conditioner you rinse out and search for a lightweight variety. If your hair is extremely greasy, skip the deep conditioning altogether as well. Also, try applying the conditioner only to the ends of your hair to get rid of a greasy scalp.

5. Stop Stressing
When you are stressed out, your body will react with fluctuating hormones that can affect your hair and many other areas of the body. So, if you’re feeling overly stressed, be sure to find ways to calm yourself. Try your hand at meditation or hit the gym to burn off the extra stress load you’re carrying. Just remember to wash your hair after because sweat can make your hair extremely greasy.

6. Visit Your Salon for More Helpful Treatments
If all else fails and you’re still struggling with greasy hair talk with your stylist. Some salons offer a clarifying treatment which will strip some of the natural grease from your hair. However, these treatments can be quite expensive. A stylist might also be able to advise you on specific hair cuts which might contribute to excess grease. For instance, shorter hair seems to get greasy faster because there is less hair to naturally distribute the sebum your scalp creates.

Publications: febstore.com

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Hair Highlights

Highlights consist of selecting small or thick strands of hair that are then lightened at least 2 shades lighter than the rest of your hair.

Highlights should compliment your natural or artificial color. You should never go more than 3 shades lighter than the rest of your hair color. The object of highlighting is to give you a sun-kissed look and to bring depth and light to your overall color.

So if you want to achieve salon perfect results at home when you highlight your hair, here's what the pros say:
• Use a clarifying shampoo on your hair at least two days before coloring. 

• Never shampoo the day you color.

• Check the expiration date on the package. And once you mix the color, use it right away!

• Toss out the brush that comes in the box and buy flat 1/2 and 1/4 inch acrylic brushes. These brushes, used by artists, are available at art supply stores (they'll give you better control and more natural-looking results).

• Make sure you have on hand a pair of good, tight-fitting latex gloves (the ones that come in the package don't always fit well). 

• Start from the back of your head and work forward. By working from back to front, you won't smear the pieces in front by having to reach over them to do the back.

• Apply the highlights only to the top layers of your hair. By leaving the hair underneath alone, you'll create depth and a sun-kissed look that looks completely natural!

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Monday, April 23, 2012

How To Effectively Eliminate Frizzy Hair

Does Frizzy Hair affect you like it does to so many others?
Frizzy Hair can be caused by many different factors, the most common of them being dry, thin split-ended hair and/or hair that reacts badly to humidity. Curly hair is most commonly known for its unruly frizziness and flyaway ends, CHI Curl Preserve Shampoo and CHI Curl Preserve Conditioner can help to totally eliminate your frizz dilemma!

You can effectively eliminate Frizzy Hair in 4 simple steps with the help of CHI Curl Preserve Shampoo and CHI Curl Preserve Conditioner.

Step 1
You should get your haircut at least every 6 to 8 weeks in order to avoid getting split ends and also to help keep your hair beautifully healthy. Ask for a blunt cut, but you must always make sure your hairdresser is qualified and is aware of your hair type.

Try to find a hairdresser that you can trust, that understands exactly what you want, and how to cut hair that is prone to frizziness, as too many layers or feathering can lead to horrendous frizz, on frizz prone hair types. Ask your hairdresser to use CHI Curl Preserve Shampoo and CHI Curl Preserve Conditioner for the best results every time.

Step 2
Invest in some good quality deep moisturising shampoo, conditioner and hair masks, just like CHI Curl Preserve shampoo and CHI Curl Preserve Conditioner, which are specially designed, with frizzy hair in mind, to help smooth out and control unruly hair. This will prevent the hair from becoming dry, reduce split ends and ultimately tame your hair, as well as leaving your hair beautifully bouncy, light and gorgeously shiny.




Step 3
After washing your hair with CHI Curl Preserve Shampoo and then conditioning with CHI Curl Preserve Conditioner, make sure that you always remember to apply a pea-sized amount of anti-frizz serum all over your hair before blow-drying it, or after towel drying your hair, to avoid rubbing the serum off.

This will help to keep all those flyaway hairs down and smooth, at the same time as moisturising your hair and protecting your hair from the daily tasks that can damage it, such as brushing too harshly and the use of both straightening irons and hairdryers.

This can be avoided by applying an anti-frizz serum that has thermal protection included or use a thermal protection spray like, CHI 44 Iron Guard Thermal Protection Spray as well as an anti-frizz serum.

Step 4
Last but not least, use a pair of CHI Hair Straighteners to straighten your hair from the root down, with the straightening plates facing inwards to completely eliminate any frizz. If you have curly hair and wish to keep it curly rather than straightening it, use a CHI Turbo Spring Curling Iron in order to enhance your curls or wonderful waves.

Apply another coat of anti-frizz serum to smooth down any last flyaways and then set your hair in place by spraying some CHI Flex Hold Hair Spray, all over.

And there you go 4 simple steps to sexy, silky smooth Frizz-Free hair! Enjoy…

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Hair Extensions

Hair Extensions
Have you noticed the amount of celebrities Ravishing Ravens who have all of a sudden grown long, flowing locks? The key to their fabulous hair is the clever use of hair extensions, carefully blended to match exactly with their own hair.
Hair extensions offer instant volume haute hair for limp tresses hair SOS or emergency relief from a disastrous haircut.
You can expect extensions to last up to three months.
Caring for hair extensions is a bit different from caring for natural hair. Some things that you should know.
• Use a soft bristle brush and brush your hair from the bottom and gently work your way up.
• Gently tie your hair up while sleeping.
• Do not color your own hair extentions at home.
• To prevent tangling, run your fingers through the braid extensions.
• Don't spray your extensions with conditioners or any silicone based products as they can cause the braids to slip.

How long can extensions be? Ellen Pompeo
You can have any length you want up to about 26"-30". Anything longer than this puts extra weight on your scalp which may lead to uneven pressure and damage to your own hair. The best looking hair extensions for average height women are usually around 22" or less.

How much are they?
It's all relative. Someone will do it for you for a few hundred dollars while others will charge thousands. Shop around, but remember that to get the best possible product you will pay a premium price. However, your hair will look great, it will last and you will feel terrific!

Can I wear my hair up?
Of course, the hair extensions should not be applied any lower than the base of your scalp (approximately at the level of the middle of your ears), so your hair covers the extensions while you wear it in pigtails, ponytails - see Reese Witherspoon, french braids etc.

Does it hurt?
No! If it hurts get out of there! The extensions artist should braid the tracks firmly but comfortably. The tension should be even all over your head with no points pulling or hurting. Do not put up with someone telling you it has to be really tight in order to be secure. Pulling your hair out is not the idea. You will know you have something on your head for the first day or two but after that you won't even feel that they are there.

Friday, April 13, 2012

Hair Care for All Hair Types

With today’s soft, natural flowing hairstyles it's very important to keep your hair in good condition. Shiny healthy looking hair will attract more attention than an expensive haircut. Hair care for all hair types is just as important as make-up when it comes to looking glamorous.
Whatever your hair type, first and foremost is finding a good shampoo and conditioner. Whether your hair is curly or straight, thick or fine, dry, frizzy or color treated, choosing the right products is very important.

Very fine or thin hair will need a good bodybuilding shampoo and conditioner, to add body and volume to the hair as well as condition and shine. Great examples of these are Biosilk volumizing shampoo and conditioner, or silk therapy thickening shampoo. Try finishing with Joico's Body Luxe thickening elixir, a great styling product which will give fine and thin hair the added body, volume and shine it needs.

Adding curl to fine hair will also give the appearance of more volume.

Thick hair is much easier to deal with, just as long as you choose a good shampoo and conditioner to keep it looking lustrous. A good choice here is CHI organics olive nutrient therapy, used together with a CHI flat iron or curling iron; you can achieve the glowing salon look for yourself. Thick hair, although heavy, does not need to be a burden.

Curly hair will need 'taming' to keep it looking its best while dry, curly hair will need a curl definer to separate and control the curls. Joico's curl definer creme/gel while work well with both these hair types. Also, try adding Joico curl activator, a lightweight spray for thin, flyaway curly hair. Whether you want to keep your curls or straighten them out, CHI tools provide the answer here too.

Color treated hair or damaged hair will need to be handled very gently and given extra special treatment. Over-colored hair, especially when lightened, can become very porous, making it weak and inclined to break. Color Endure shampoo and conditioner from Joico will strengthen and control your color treated hair and keep the color longer.

Damaged hair will benefit from Joico's K-Pak shampoo and conditioner to rebuild, reconstruct and strengthen, as well as protect; leaving hair as healthy and shiny as it should be.

Frizzy hair requires a great deal of care and attention, needing specialist products to tame and style. Biosilk's silk therapy treatment has everything you need to take care of frizzy hair and leave it with shiny bouncy curls, or sleek and smooth when straight.

Taking the time to look after your hair is as important as the time you spend on your face and wardrobe. Even the prettiest woman in beautiful designer clothes can look awful with dry, unruly, or limp and dank hair.

Try different shampoos and conditioners until you find the right one for you, and choose a product which will help you achieve the style you're aiming for, whether that be sleek and straight or bouncy and curly. Whatever your hair type, the right products will bring it under control and leave it looking glorious.

Monday, April 9, 2012

Vitamins That Promote Hair Growth

Natural Female Hair
There are over 4 million hairs on the average human's head, these hairs grow over periods of time, they are known as terminal hair growth or terminal length. The average terminal length of each hair lasts for a 6-7 year period, and then the hair falls out so it can be replaced by a new one. It's certainly a good thing that these hairs get replaced because they keep your scalp warm – and other parts of the body – this prevents unwanted debris from entering your eyes, ears and nose. With that being said, the hair found on your head is considered to be the most important area of hair on the body!

Unfortunately, many people struggle with hair loss which robs them of the aforementioned benefits. Thinning hair or going bald is oftentimes a sign of aging, but luckily, hair loss can be slowed or even stopped altogether. If you suffer from hair loss or brittle hair, it may be caused by the improper care of your hair, or a lack of nutrients you are taking in. A person's hair and nails will oftentimes reflect the health of the individual they belong to. Fortunately, there are easier ways of adding the right amount of vitamins and minerals to your diet for healthy hair and nails.

However, before taking any nutritional supplements, it's always best to consult with a physician. This is especially necessary if you are pregnant, or have diseases that could become more serious with improper usage of nutritional supplements. Now that we've established this, here is a list of vitamins you should consider incorporating into your diet for healthier hair, skin and nails.

Vitamins & Minerals That Help Your Hair Grow Faster

Iron
Your body uses iron found in red blood cells as a carrier pigeon to bring oxygen to all of the cells found in your body. If the body is deprived of iron, you could become anemic, thus causing you to feel tired or weak. When your body is weak, so is your hair, which leads to damage and breakage; so be sure to increase intake of iron after consulting your physician.

Vitamin H
Vitamin H is also known as Biotin or vitamin B7. All of the vitamins found in the B vitamin family are crucial to healthy hair growth, so vitamin H is no different. Biotin is responsible for turning carbohydrates into energy that the body can use. You should also know that Biotin aids in metabolizing the fats and protein crucial to enhancing and strengthening hair; you can find Biotin naturally in nuts and egg yolks. Another satisfying fact about Biotin is that it may ward off grey hair and hair loss.

Vitamin A
Vitamin A is an antioxidant important for healthy hair because it contributes to the production of sebum (oil) on your scalp. Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that maintains and balances out the synthesis of retinoic acid found in your hair follicles. You'll find vitamin A naturally in meat, cheese, eggs, apricots, spinach, fish, liver oil, milk, broccoli, peaches, carrots and cabbage.

Vitamin C
Ascorbic Acid, which is a water-soluble vitamin commonly referred to as vitamin C, is great for hair growth because it's able to build and repair tissue. It’s an antioxidant that smoothes out some of the damage which occurs with inevitable exposure to pollutants that make hair and nails brittle. If you’re not getting enough vitamin C, you may experience hangnails and brittle hair. But as always, it’s important not to take supplements without consulting a doctor beforehand.

Zinc
Zinc is not a vitamin, however, it is found in each and every cell inside of your body. For centuries we have used zinc for its ability to heal wounds quickly, and it works as an antioxidant to cut down the production of free radicals or molecules produced by everyday pollutants. If a zinc deficiency occurs, you will notice white areas on your fingernails; fortunately, this issue is easily solved with a zinc supplement of 8-11 mg. You can also eat veal liver, toasted wheat germ, sesame seeds, tahini (sesame seed butter) and dark chocolate. Make sure to speak with your doctor before adding a supplement to your diet.

Vitamin E
By including vitamin E in your diet, you increase your scalp’s blood circulation. Similar to zinc and vitamin C, vitamin E is an antioxidant that can be found naturally in wheat germ oil, raw seeds and nuts, green leafy vegetables, soybeans, cold-pressed vegetable oils or dried beans. For those who have blood pressure problems, it is very important to discuss vitamin E with your doctor since it can increase blood pressure which causes serious complications.

Vitamin B5
You’ll be able to find vitamin B5 in a variety of foods including the following: liver, organ meats, egg yolk and vegetables. This particular vitamin is also known as Pantothenic Acid and works in the same manner as vitamin H, and in combination, will create a strong barrier for hair loss. Vitamin B5 fights against grey hair because it contributes to melanin which is responsible for your hair color.

Inositol
Again, inositol is not considered a vitamin because it's able to synthesize inside of the body, but it still plays a role in keeping hair healthy. Look for foods like cantaloupe, oranges, and melons to find inositol in its natural habitat. The reason why you want to incorporate these foods into your diet is because inositol helps your hair keep its moisture intact.

Above all, remember that your hair and body go hand-in-hand; both need proper nutrients to function and maintain good health. Keeping this in mind, hair found on the body is mostly made up of protein, which is why protein should always be included in your diet. You can find protein in milk, eggs, soy products, beans and yogurt. Also, find foods rich in lecithin to make hair stronger; some foods with lecithin are wheat germ, yeast and calves liver. Simple changes to your diet such as these can reduce hair loss, and promote hair growth over time.

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Hair Beauty Tips

Dull Hair

Four solutions to make your hair shiny, just like after leaving the hairdresser!

1. Heat half a cup of olive oil and leave it on your hair for 15 minutes, then rinse.
2. Mix in baking soda with your shampoo.
3. Shampoo, then rinse your hair with beer. It really works!
4. Brew some coffee and let it cool, then apply to dry hair and leave for 20 mins. Rinse with warm water.
Carrots and beauty tips


Oily Hair
Two ideas for making your hair less oily.
1. Boil and mash up some carrots, leave on your hair for 15 minutes.
2. Here's an old favorite - dishwasher detergent.
Dry Hair
Massaging your hair with mayonnaise, olive oil or almond oil will bring moisture back. Leave it on for 10 minutes then wash it as usual.
 

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