One is a supermodel and the other is a world renown singer and performer. What do these two ladies have in common? Simply put, great hair. Tyra Banks and Cara have both rocked cornrows which can be a hard style to pull off successfully at times. So then, who wins the battle? With great debate we gave the win to Tyra, because everything just works from the hair to the makeup. Ciara is a very close second because those braids are executed beautifully. That’s are hair war today so who do you think wins this match up?
Hair Tip: Never fashion your cornrows too tight. Super tight braiding can result in hair loss at your hair line.
Hair trend alert, to be as hot as the temperature around you this summer you need to keep it chic and sleek! Bone straight locks are all the rage this season and to get this look it boils down to what tools you have in your hair arsenal. You can win the hair war in a cinch by investing in a great flat iron. Alright girls here is how we shall conquer!
Meet the Corioliss C3…what makes this flat iron one of the best?
This iron has plates made entirely from titanium. Titanium plates boast all of the same straightening properties as ceramic ones, but with a higher output of negative ions. If you have thick hair you will swear that this product was made just for you.
Nevertheless, the iron uses infrared heat to straighten hair. This differs from traditional heat because it generates longer wavelengths that more deeply penetrate the cuticle of individual hair strands. The result is straighter and smoother hair in mere seconds!
If you have unruly or coarse hair and other flat irons have failed you in the past then end all the drama with the Corioliss C3. The C3 retails for a whopping $200, however, the results are salon worthy which evens out the playing field just a bit. Get those tresses whipped into shape this summer with the help of a great product.
It’s a hair wars times three! In this round we have a top model, WNBA superstar and one of the biggest singers in music history. Who takes the cake? This choice was hard because the style works great on each of these ladies. It was just too hard to choose, so we are going to leave this one as tie. However, that just means that this is an universal style that can be worn by anyone and during any occasion. So give this look a try and don’t forget to tell us who you think wins!
Want to grow a head full of healthy hair? If this is your wish then you need to ensure that you are protecting your hair from any and all potential damage. Heat, the elements and even your hair products can cause a serious damper in your hair progress. Natural products are on the rise, but let’s face it mainly on the market are products that contain harmful ingredients. Which ingredients should you look out for?
Here’s a little cheat sheet:
Mineral Oil
Petroleum Oil
Sodium Lauryly Sulfate
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Alcohol
Triethanolamin
Urea
Diethanolamine
Momoethnanolamine
This is just a small list of ingredients to watch out for, but remember that knowledge is power. The more that you can educate yourself about hair the healthier your tresses shall be.
Hair Quickie: One of the most common black hair mistakes that women make are over-coloring or relaxing. Yes, maintaining your favorite Mary J blonde hair or Rihanna redhead look may look enticing but at what cost to your tresses? Relaxing and coloring your locks can be very damaging and should be done only when needed. How long should you wait in-between before performing these two processes? Hair stylists recommend every six to eight weeks and suggest deep conditioning your tresses often to help stave off any potential damage.
If you love bright, bold in your face color then you are going to love this hair color trend! For a few years ombré has been all the rage in the tress world. For this year, ombré is being infused with rouge.
Darker on the top with red at the bottom. Hhm…reminds us of a killer outfit fitted with Louboutins. But, we digress, reddish ombré locks are perfect if you do not wish to take the plunge all over. Plus, you will not have to deal with the dreaded roots touch up routine.
Who We Immediately Thought Of: This trend had us do a rewind back to the days of our girl Aaliyah. Remember when she rocked this one in a million look?
Let the battle begin! Okay, so who is wearing the pink hair trend for summer 2014 better? Both ladies are innovative style risk takers who leave a lot of other starlets in their beauty dust.
In this match up we are taking fashion icon, Rihanna, because we think the pixie cut shows off her gorgeous features best. Pixie plus pink hair equals total drama. Nevertheless, this summer hair trend is not for the faint of heart, it is bold and extremely daring. However, be sure to let us know what you think of the match up as well as if you would follow Nicki and RiRi’s lead and wear pink hair.
Beauty Quickie: Going gray a little early? Indulging in the family of B vitamins could help to stave off those little silver pests a bit longer. How so? Vitamin B5 works to put gray locks in their place by contributing to melanin which is responsible for the tint or shade of your tresses. Therefore, consume some veggies as well as egg yolks and you can keep grays at bay.
Bonus! Did you know that Vitamin B5 is also a Pantothenic Acid that can help create a strong barrier to prevent hair loss?
If you have ever stepped foot in a beauty supply store to buy products to color your tresses at home you may have been surprised by how many different hair coloring terms you can find on the back of a bottle or box. Ladies, class is back in session and today we shall define demi-permanent hair color. Demi-permanent hair color is a coloring treatment that uses no ammonia and activates tints by using a low volume developer. This process is considered “permanent” so you will not be able to simply rinse or shampoo it out with a couple washes. Therefore, if you’re not so sure if you’re wanting a big change or commitment it is probably best to steer clear of a demi-permanent shade.
Can Beyonce’s hair get some poetic justice? Many remember Janet Jackson’s iconic hairstyle from the 90’s. It was not fried, dyed and laid to the side, just long twisted glory. However, it is Queen Bey’s turn to rock this trendy look.
Beyonce and her sister Solange have never been afraid to support team natural. Braids are a great style if you are transitioning from a relaxer to your hair’s natural state, growing your tresses longer or if you are needing a protective style to shield your locks from harmful elements. Beyonce has recently been posting photos on her social media pages of her long braided hairstyle. What do you think you think of Beyonce’s hairdo? Should she continue to bring braids back?
Oh snaps, we take it back maybe little Beyonce had Ms. Jackson beat! Mrs. Carter posted to her Instagram this throwback photo of her getting the braid treatment in 1989.
