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DIY Eco-Friendly Hair Gel

Arianne Suggs April 17, 2015April 17, 2015Leave a Comment

Natural sistas from around the world, rejoice because your hair gel deliverance is at hand! In recent years there as been a major movement and shift in haircare as more and more women opt for all natural products for their tresses. Women have learned of all the harmful ingredients that can be found in various products such as hair gel and want better products that will not cause as much harm to their strands.

Now there is an eco-friendly option available to make your own hair gel in the comfort of your own home. All you will need is two ingredients:

One cup of warm water
One teaspoon of unflavored gelatin

How to Make the Gel:

Combine the gelatin and warm water in a container and then refrigerate the mixture for half an hour. Once time is up you will have an eco-friendly hair gel that works just like the store bought versions.

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How to Get Gum Out Your Hair

Arianne Suggs April 15, 2015April 15, 2015Leave a Comment

Hair Quickie: We are not going to ask how it got there, we just want to help you remove it and fast! Take a very nice amount of petroleum jelly and apply it to the scene of the crime using your fingers. Focus on coating the gum more than the hair and eventually the gum will slide on off.

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Black Hairstyles: Fake Bang and Topknot

Arianne Suggs April 14, 2015April 14, 2015Leave a Comment

Here is a fun hairstyle that is great whether you are dressed up or more causal. No need to do a big snip to achieve a bang, below you will find a quick tutorial on how to fake one. All you will need is:

2 Hair-ties
Bun shaper or sock
Finishing spray (optional)

1. Pull Up– Fashion hair into a high ponytail and don’t worry about making it look perfect. A little messy actually makes this style look a little more edgy.

2. Add Volume– If your hair is not naturally thick or long enough for a top knot there are ways to cheat and make this look work, I do it all the time. Cut the toe end of a sock off and roll it up until it looks like a donut. Pull your hair through the sock and fashion your hair around it in order to hide the sock then secure strands with a hair tie leaving excess hair out. Nevertheless, nowadays socks are not necessary because pre-made “bun” shapers are available at the mall or local beauty supply store.

3. Move Forward– Pull forward the excess hair not surrounding the bun shaper or sock in order to create a bang.

4. Hold It Right There– Spray hair with a finishing spray if you would like to add a little more holding power to your hair look.

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Cynthia Bailey Covers Hype Hair’s First Double Cover!

Arianne Suggs April 14, 2015April 14, 2015Leave a Comment

There is absolutely no shade to throw on this cover! Stunning model and reality personality Cynthia Bailey is one of the two ladies to cover Hype Hair magazines’ first double cover for April/May 2015. The issue’s second cover features Tabbrea Walker, the winner of the Hype Hair model search.

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Yari Hall at the MTV Movie Awards 2015

Arianne Suggs April 13, 2015April 13, 2015Leave a Comment

Gorgeous personality Yari Hall floated down the blue carpet at the MTV Movie Awards in a LBD. Her LBD aka Little Black Dress showed off her great gams and overall killer physique. In the hair department Hall’s wavy coif was definitely a head turner, no pun intended we swear!

Beauty Notes: Yari’s cat-eye was ferociously chic and we loved her bright lip color which is perfect for spring!

Are you feeling Yari Hall’s outfit for the 2015 MTV Movie Awards? Join the discussion on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

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Hair of the Week: Tinashe MTV Movie Awards 2015

Arianne Suggs April 13, 2015April 13, 2015Leave a Comment

The stars came out in full force yesterday to take part in the MTV Movie Awards for 2015. What better place than for celebrities to converge upon Los Angeles, California where stars are truly born in the streets of Hollywood. Fashion statements were made and hairdos kept pace with the various stylish ensembles. Tinashe kept things sleek and simple with a black gown and topknot bun. The ease of her hairstyle allowed the drama and emphasis to remain on her designer threads.

What do you think of Tinashe’s style for the MTV Movie Awards? Join the discussion on our Facebook, Tumblr, Instagram or tweet us @1966magazine.

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The Purpose of Dry Shampoos

Arianne Suggs April 12, 2015April 12, 2015Leave a Comment

Dry shampoo was originally invented to assist those who were unable to cleanse their hair on their own or due to circumstance i.e. in hospitals and medical facilities. Nevertheless, dry shampoo has entered the hair product market and some wonder how this item can be an useful part of their hair routine. Therefore, what is the purpose of dry shampoos?

Dry shampoo is an excellent way to maintain or rejuvenate hairstyles without having to add soap and water. Moreover, if your strands tend to be on the oily side, dry shampoo can easily refresh, clean and soak up any excess oils. Not sure what brand you should use or try out? Try using regular baby powder which doubles as a great dry shampoo. Sprinkle the baby powder on strands then brush the powder out. Remember, the darker your hair color the more noticeable the powder will be; so then, go slowly using smaller amounts until the powder has been worked through.

Bonus Tip: Dry shampoos are also great post workout to freshen locks.

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Can Dandruff Be Controlled With Mouthwash?

Arianne Suggs April 8, 2015April 8, 2015Leave a Comment

Hair Quickie: We always believe that you should get as much bang for your buck when it comes to household items. Dandruff is an unsightly hair issue that can be caused by environmental exposure to extreme heat or cold and by using too many hair products i.e. hair gel, pomades or hairspray. Mouthwash can be used for more than controlling bad breath, it can also help to control flakes. Use a cotton ball to dab on mouthwash and let it sit for half an hour before shampooing tresses like normal. Regular use can help stamp out dandruff as well as cast out bacteria on your scalp or in your strands.

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Toothpaste Can Clean Up Hair Color Stains

Arianne Suggs April 7, 2015April 7, 2015Leave a Comment

Anyone who has ever tried to dye their hair at home knows how messy of a job it can truly be. The color can get all over and run down the face. Nevertheless, take the stress out of hair coloring by using toothpaste to help clean up behind a messy hair color session.

Use toothpaste to remove any hair color stains that have managed to collect around the neck, ears, temples, hairline and forehead. simply take a small amount of paste on your finger and buff it on the stain then rinse the area with lukewarm water. Continue repeating this process if necessary until the stain is gone.

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Black Girl’s Rock 2015: Hair Recap

Arianne Suggs April 6, 2015April 6, 2015Leave a Comment

Yesterday, the 3rd Annual Black Girls Rock! hit the television waves hosted by Regina King and Tracee Ellis Ross. Black Girls Rock! Inc. is an non-profit youth empowerment and mentoring organization which promotes the healthy development of young black women and girls. The organization aims to,

“To build the self-esteem and self-worth of young women of color by changing their outlook on life, broadening their horizons, and helping them to empower themselves.”

As Whitney Houston once sang, children are the future and with such encouragement they are sure to shine brightly. There has been much hoopla regarding the beauty of black hair, so we have decided to highlight why black hair rocks! Here is our hair recap of just a few of our favorite looks from the 2015 Black Girl’s Rock! event.

(Above: Tracee Ellis Ross-Curly Sue)