Styling products are nothing short of miraculous. The right styling product can make even a terrible haircut look good, and the wrong styling product can take the best haircut and make it look awful. Unfortunately, many women use the wrong…
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Permed hair requires special care, otherwise a head full of curls can turn into a head full of frizz. Perming is a process where a chemical is used to change the hair’s texture. This is accomplished by either an acid-based…
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Wigs made from human hair are quite expensive, so in order to protect your investment it is important to learn how to properly care for your wig. Proper wig care involves more than cleaning; there are also many important steps…
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Hair extensions, especially the kind performed by professional stylists, can be very expensive. Therefore, it is a smart idea to protect your investment by properly caring for them. This can be tricky, since extensions made from synthetic hair require different…
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Fine hair can be tricky to style because it is often difficult to curl while being easy to damage. Hair that is fine or thin has less structural integrity than hair that is thick because it has a smaller cortex,…
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When selecting a hair style, facial features should play a major part of your decision. The ideal hair style is one that accentuates your best facial features while downplaying and minimizing features that may not be so great. The ideal…
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No other hairstyle in history has been the subject of as much ridicule as the mullet. Short in the front and long in the back, this style was popular throughout the 1970s up until the early 1980s. Today, those who…
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Fade haircuts have been a favorite among men for several decades, and the popularity of fades extends to every culture and ethnic background. Quite simply, the fade is a tried-and-true style that projects masculinity, requires minimal upkeep and maintenance, and even…
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Wigs come in two varieties: those made from real hair, and those made from synthetic hair. It is important to know what the hair is made out of before attempting to curl or style a wig, because using the wrong…
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Teasing the hair is a terrific way to get big and voluminous hair. Although teasing (also known as backcombing) reached the “height” of its popularity in the big-hair days of the 80s, this technique is becoming popular again and it…
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The male ponytail, despite its slight moment of popularity during the early 90s “Euro-trash” trend, is a modern fashion faux pas. Today, the only males who proudly sport ponytails are bikers and heavy metal fans. Neither of these categories epitomize…
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The flat top has been a barbershop staple for well over half a century, and even though the popularity of the flat top has waned in recent years, it is still considered a men’s classic. This haircut is characterized by…
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Every spring, fashionistas the world over cast their discerning eyes on the catwalks of London, Paris, and New York for the phenomenon known as Fashion Week. Most of the trends in hair and fashion will be decided by a select…
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Well-manicured nails are lovely to look at, but unfortunately even the best manicures eventually lose their luster after a few weeks. This is because the hands are involved in several daily activities which will cause the polish to chip or…
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A few months ago, I celebrated my tenth year as a hairstylist. As a reflected on my decade in the beauty industry, I sat down and calculated how many haircuts I had performed in that time. I estimated that throughout…
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Beauty is often about creating an illusion. We choose the clothes we wear or the makeup we wear in order to make us look thinner, younger, taller, or different than we really are. Hair presents a great opportunity to create…
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As a beauty professional with over a decade of experience, I have tried thousands of products for hair, skin, and nails. I’ve had the privilege of trying out many great and wonderful products, on myself as well as my clients,…
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If you have chronically dry hair, chances are that you have a difficult time finding the right haircut and style. Curls won’t seem to stay in your hair, blowdrying can make the hair look dull and frizzy, and you’re afraid…
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March 10, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Barber and beauty tools should be treated with the same care and respect as any tool. When properly cared for and maintained, hairstyling tools can last for several years. On the other hand, treating these tools carelessly will not only…
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Exfoliation in an important step in having skin that is healthy, radiant, and youthful in appearance. Each and every day, millions of skin cells on the surface of the skin die. When these dead skin cells accumulate on the surface of…
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Extreme cold is dangerous to the skin because the skin contains a significant amount of water. Therefore, when the temperatures drop to below freezing, the skin becomes prone to cellular damage. Skin cells, which may contain up to 80% water,…
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The harsh winter winds and chilling temperatures are just as bad for a man’s skin as for the skin of a woman, yet few men seem to give much thought about skin care products as women. This article will list…
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Many people are well aware of the benefits of protecting their skin during the harsh months of winter, but few people give much thought to protecting the scalp, which is arguably the most delicate skin on the human body. Why is…
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March 8, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
The Miss America Pageant has been America’s foremost beauty competition since 1921, when Margaret Gorman became the first Miss America. Although Margaret Gorman never became a household name or a fixture in the entertainment industry, many former Miss America winners…
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March 7, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Sadly, most women these days do not have a clue when it comes to looking and acting classy. The first step towards class is having respect for yourself, which does not mean wearing low-rise jeans with your thong hanging out,…
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Dreadlocks, which have their root in African and Caribbean cultures, have been around for centuries and have been worn for religious purposes as well as decorative purposes. Dreadlocks are more easily attainable for those who are black because of the coarseness…
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It is quite unfortunate that so few stylists are masters of the dry cut. Cutting the hair dry has several advantages, and most women who decide to opt for a dry cut generally become hooked for life. Stylists who are…
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Hair brushes come in all shapes and sizes. With so many different options available, it can be very difficult choosing the right hairbrush for your styling needs. This article will explain which types of brushes are available, and which one…
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Learning how to cut hair is not as simple as it seems, which is why professional barbers and stylists spend several months learning their craft, and a lifetime perfecting it. However, cutting men’s hair is a skill that is not…
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The cold and harsh months of winter should not only influence a man’s choice of clothing, but a man’s choice of hairstyle as well. While clothes may make the man, it is his grooming that speaks volumes about his personality….
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