With all this heat and fun under the sun the last thing you want to be worried about is your hair. If you are not the best hair braiding diva in the world a twist hairstyle will be your best friend all season long. To achieve an elegant and glamorous style all you have to do is literally twist your hair back and away from your face.
You may recall seeing this look during several runway collections of fall 2013, but this style is great for summer because it will keep your hair off your face reducing sweaty hair as well as acne. The combinations that you can do are endless as well. Some choose to utilize a middle part or side part, while some fashion their hair in a low chignon instead of continuing the roll in the back. However, you choose to style it rest assure this is a very low maintenance hairstyle and a great hair protector too.
The summer of the braid has officially started. This is great news for our natural hair wearing girls and actually all of us can benefit from such a stylish hairstyle. Its easy to assemble and is a great protective hairdo to combat the summer heat and other destructive elements. From box braids to fishtails they are all up for grabs and you will look like you walked right off a runway. Don’t be afraid to be a little a messy with the styling as well, this braiding trend is not about looking overly polished or perfected. It’s kind of like you just woke up that way.
Hair Quickie: Is it okay to brush your hair while its wet? Doing so is not highly recommended because of the stress it can do to tresses. Hair is in a very vulnerable state when it is wet. Brushing your hair when it is not at its strongest can result in damage and even hair loss. Be wise with your hair and always treat it with care.
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.
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.
Who doesn’t want a head full of luxurious, long tresses? Okay maybe not everyone wants to look like Rapunzel, but for those of us who aspire to have longer hair here is a quick tip for you. Try taking a hair, nails and skin vitamin supplement. Not only will the vitamins increase the strength of nails and hair, but it will also help your skin keep a healthy complexion. It’s like getting a 2-for-1 bonus! Make sure the supplement you select is made with natural ingredients, not synthesized in a lab.
Gorgeous songstress Teyana Taylor has finally given us and her fans what we have been asking for… the ability to look just as beautiful as her, well, in a way. Okay, so we won’t be able to have her super toned physique over night (bummer), but in no time flat you now can immolate her stunning tresses. If you have ever had the opportunity to even view pictures of Teyana you may have found yourself developing a healthy dose of hair envy.
Taylor already has an amazing head of hair, but the singer doesn’t mind changing her look up from time to time with the aid of hair extensions. One of our favorite hairstyles worn by Teyana is down-to-there tresses enhanced by full, luscious spirals. Anyone woman who has ever shopped for extensions knows that at times it can be quite a challenge to find a product that will look fabulous and last.
The guessing game and long searches are over because Taylor has now thrown her own chips into the hair game. Teyana has released her Taylor’d Textures extensions line now available on myextensionz.com. Taylor’s hair extensions are a combination of Peruvian and Brazilian locks that can be worn straight or in their natural wavy/curly texture.
What served as the inspiration behind Teyana starting her own hair line? Taylor revealed all via her personal Instagram stating it was all thanks to a chance meeting between her and one of her fans. Teyana wrote:
“I ran into a young lady who came over to me and was like “I love you! I love your movies! I love you as an artist! And I am so in love with your hair!” We began talking, and she was still raving about my hair, and in the middle of talking; her Mom came out and said “She has cancer.” I was stunned & I cried.. She was so strong tho it blew away. Her spirit was so warm. And just knowing all of the ailments that come from having cancer, I know one of the things that can be experienced during chemotherapy is hair loss… And with that being said She is pretty much my inspiration behind starting my hair line.. So to the young lady I met if u see this, I want to thank you & send u watever u need! …make sure you ladies go out and get ur #TaylordTextures#Myextensionz Available tomorrow at www.myextensionz.com.”
We probably can all agree that is quite an inspiring story with a wonderful outcome. Congratulations to Teyana Taylor on her new business venture, girl you are a class act! Be sure to tailor your own look with Taylor’d Textures now available for purchase.
Dandruff can be quite the embarrassing pest, but have no fear you can conquer this hair woe. If you are noticing that shampooing with any regular shampoo isn’t doing the trick anymore, it is time to move on to anti-dandruff shampoos. However, not all anti-dandruff shampoos are created equal, the ingredients listed on the back of any product bottle will clue you in to what is best. When shopping for an anti-dandruff shampoo look for a product that contains one of the following:
Selenium sulfide
Ketoconazole
Salicylic Acid
Zinc Pyrithione
These ingredients help to stop and prevent flakes from becoming out of control. Nevertheless, you should never forget that your scalp can eventually become immune to a shampoo’s effect over time. Therefore, it is highly recommended rotate your preferred brands at least once a month.
Coachella is a musical festival that highlights not only amazing up and coming artists, but today’s most popular established chart toppers as well. Therefore, it was fitting that flamboyant songstress, Solange, take to the stage and was even joined by her mega pop star sister, Beyonce. While everyone focused in on the music, we zoomed in on their luscious locks of hair.
Big hair don’t care was in full in effect as the sisters shook and gyrated while swinging their curly locks to Solange’s song, Losing You. Beyonce swung her trademark blonde hair and Solange’s tresses was a la Diana Ross. If you plan on stealing a page from these ladies’ style book, be sure to keep your strands well moisturized. Curly hair tends to be drier and needs hydration to stay looking fresh and beautiful. Beyonce and Solange performed together at Coachella at the Empire Polo Club on April 12 in Indio, California.
Hair Quickie: More and more women are ditching chemicals and relaxers for a more natural approach to hair care. If you are transitioning to go natural it is very important to have the right products at your disposal. One issue many women in transit come across is tangled hair. A great way to help keep tresses under control is to shampoo and condition your locks with products that are specifically formulated for detangling. Using a tangling shampoo and conditioner will help keep breakage to a minimum making your transition less stressful.
