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2015 Summer Hair: Low Ponytail

Arianne Suggs June 4, 2015June 4, 2015Leave a Comment

Sleek, low ponytails are an easy and trendy hairstyle to look great during the summer heat. Attain the super slick back look with the help of a pomade or edge control product. Nevertheless, ponytails can also do a number on your strands if you do not take proper precautions? How can you protect your hair while sporting this hair trend?

When tying your hair back their are two things you can do to help prevent or minimize the possibility of breakage:

1. Always use elastics that are covered with cotton or silk materials. Elastics made from rubber, plastic or metals can snap hair.

2. Before fashioning your hair into a ponytail first spritz hair with a light silicone spray to encourage strands to glide against the hair ties which will in turn prevent splitting.

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Diet Your Way to Longer Hair

Arianne Suggs June 1, 2015June 1, 2015Leave a Comment

Now just so we are all on the same page we are not talking about those fad or drastic diets that can be quite harmful to your health in the long run. Nevertheless, it has been shown that a diet incorporating nutrients and protein can improve the condition of the hair keeping follicles strong. Which is great news because remember less breakage means length will be retained. Most women believe that their hair is not growing when in fact it is always growing. The issue is that when hair is not healthy or it breaks any length achieved is not noticeable.

It is recommended to add omega-3 oils into your diet to help get you on the way to Repunzel tresses. Nuts, almonds, supplements and salmon can help strengthen strands. One last word on dieting, if you are trying to grow your hair avoid yo-yoing at ALL costs. Such extreme dieting can cause stress and effect hormone levels thus affecting your hair.

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Hair Scene: Dreadlocks

Arianne Suggs May 22, 2015May 22, 2015Leave a Comment

We are absolutely in love with this hairstyle! We love the silky texture of the locks and how it was styled with some up and some down. The coiling on top as well as the nicely laid baby hairs make this hairstyle modern and youthful. As more and more women go natural it is always great to get inspired to try out new looks. This shows that dreadlocks can be quite a versatile hair look and can be changed up according to vibe or style.

Spotted a great hairstyle lately? Join the discussion on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

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Hair Journey: Black Hair Doesn’t Grow

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

The one thing as a young black woman that you have probably heard or are currently hearing is… don’t cut your hair, it may not grow back. It is a wide spread notion that black hair simply does not grow or if you do have length and you lose it that its gone forever. There is one thing that I have discovered throughout my continuous hair journey and that is everything you know about black hair is a myth.

You don’t need a perm or chemicals to control your tresses. It is not necessary to do a big chop when growing out a relaxer. Moreover, if you want longer hair it is achievable. Black hair DOES grow and it IS amazing and gorgeous.

I have grown my hair out four times, down to my waist. From my YouTube videos many have asked me how I did it and I am happy to share tips I have picked up that may work for you too. I think thanks to the creation of social platforms black girls are finally able to gain knowledge on how to really work their beautiful strands. Knowledge is power and the more we share with each other the more growth we will experience in not just our hair but in all aspects of life.

Thoughts? I’m always all ears:)

Love,

Arianne

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How to Make Hairstyles Last

Arianne Suggs April 29, 2015April 29, 2015Leave a Comment

Have you ever felt like you are just a wind and a prayer from your hair completely falling apart? When wearing a hairstyle involving bobby pins the craziest thoughts can easily flood the mind. Everything …

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How Fast Does Hair Really Grow?

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

On average hair researchers have discovered that hair grows about half a millimeter per day. This means over the course of one year strands can grow a total of 6 inches or half a foot. Nevertheless, other factors do affect hair growth including but not limited to: genetics, age, pregnancy and hormones. Knowing the average will help keep hair growth in the right perspective without it becoming a discouraging process. Hair is continuously growing and with proper haircare techniques your strands will keep growing in the direction you want them to… down south.

Thoughts? Talk hair with us on our Facebook, Tumblr, Instagram or tweet us @1966magazine.

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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.

What natural products do you like to use? Talk hair with us on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

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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.

Check back for more hair tips! Until then come be social and talk hair with us on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

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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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