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Curly Yoga Style
Wondering what to do with your curly hair to keep it up and out of the way during your next yoga class? Here’s and easy way to prep your hair for the twists, turns and poses of yoga.
Step 1
Push your hair up and grab an ouchless scrunchie to pull your hair into once. Pulling your hair through twice might be too tight and distracting for some of your meditation poses.
Step 2
Pull over a second loose headband or scrunchie and tuck in your ends.
Step 3
Use a sweat band or scarf to tie down your edges and soak up sweat. This is essential if you practice Bikram or hot yoga.
Namaste!
You’re done and ready to say namaste.
Is the cold winter weather drying out your curly tresses? The low temperatures coupled with the wind chill could completely strip the moisture from your hair and lead to severe breakage. Open up those kitchen cupboards, bathroom vanities and browse through your pantry this winter to find the ingredients for these do-it-yourself hair masks that will keep your curls conditioned and looking good throughout the winter.
DIY Home hair masks
Banana, Avocado & Oil
Bananas and avocados are full of nutrients that can increase the moisture content of our hair, smooth frizz, and soothe an itchy scalp. Use this mask once a month for best results!
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon of oil (olive oil, wheat germ oil”>. Pick an oil, any oil!
Use a blender to mix these ingredients well or mix them together in a bowl. After shampooing, apply to towel-dried hair in sections from root to tip. Cover using a shower cap (or plastic bag”> for at least 20 minutes and rinse.
Coconut Oil & Egg
Coconut oil’s molecular structure fits into our hair shaft nicely, allowing the hair to soak it up. Egg is a great protein that will strengthen your strands.
- 2 tablespoons (depending on hair thickness and length”>
- 1 egg
Liquefy coconut in a small bowl until it’s just melted, then add a raw egg and mix together with a fork. Section hair and apply concentrating on your ends and your scalp. Cover using a shower cap (or plastic cap”> for at least 30 minutes and wash out. Condition your hair and add a little more coconut oil to really bring out that shine!
Tuff on Dandruff
Part 1 of this natural dandruff fighting recipe helps to level your scalp’s pH levels in order to allow the apple cider vinegar mix (Part 2″> to work properly. A healthy scalp is the first step to having healthy looking hair!
Part 1: Mix the following two ingredients together and massaging them into your scalp. Use a hot towel or a shower cap to wrap or cover hair for 20 minutes.
- 1-2 tablespoons of flaxseed oil or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of finely granulated white sugar or brown sugar
Part 2: Mix the following three ingredients together in a spray bottle for the best application. Rinse well and lightly shampoo the flaxseed mixture out of your hair. Spray the apple cider vinegar mixture onto scalp by separating hair in sections. Avoid your eyes! Wrap or cover hair again with a shower cap for 30 minutes to an hour. Rinse thoroughly.
- 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar (do not use if you have color treated hair”>
- 2 tablespoons of hydrogen peroxide (yes, the stuff we treat for wounds, next to the rubbing alcohol”>
- 2 cups of warm water
All of these masks and treatments can be made at home from ingredients that most homes keep stocked on a regular basis. Be cautious of how your hair reacts to protein ingredients like egg, to make sure your hair is not protein sensitive. Honey and essential oils (jasmine, sweet orange, etc.”> are also great ingredients that can be used in the first two masks to bring shine and mask any smells that may bother you. The variations are endless! Do you have a go-to hair mask for the winter?
10 Fall Fashion Trends
Curly Bobs
Rock your natural tresses in a cute and sassy curly bob this fall and be fashionably fabulous!
Courtesy Sephora.comBold Lip
Try a deep berry or a bright red lip this fall to stand out! Anyone can wear red lipstick, the trick is finding the shade and formulation that’s right for your skin tone.
Lipcolor at Sephora; $12.00
Courtesy Sephora.comAu Naturale
Don’t overdo it this fall. Try neutral colors for the eyes and face. The no makeup look is in!
Neutral Eyeshadow by Urban Decay at Sephora; $50.00
Twisted Styles
Taking small sections and pulling them back loosely will give you the popular romantic fall look. Loose braids amongst a head full of curls will also keep heads turning!
Deep Parts
Try switching up your part by trying a deep side part. You can switch sides too!
Courtesy Maxnina.comClassic colors
Wear some red this season! Classic black and white is in too!
Coat at maxnina.com; $29.99
Courtesy Needsupply.comSweaters
Pull out those cozy loose-fitting sweaters to keep you warm and fashionable.
Oversized Sweater at needsupply.com; $88.00
Courtesy UrbanOutfitters.comOrnament your Hair
Use a tasteful bejeweled handband or hairpin to bring your hairstyle to the next level.
Hair clip at urbanoutfitters.com; $14.00
The Messy Look
The textured bedhead, effortless look is popular this fall. Hooray for less effort for those of us with natural texture!
Courtesy Anthropologie.comPrint It Up!
Wear some contrasting prints, black and white prints as well as some bohemian inspired prints to reflect the season’s hottest trends!
Dress at anthropologie.com; $128.00
Having a bad hair day? We’ve all been there. Stop staring at your reflection in the mirror wondering what on earth to do with that mop on top and check out some of the causes of a bad hair day and some great solutions too!
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Bedhead
One of the major faux-pas for any curly girl is skipping the bedtime routine. It’s like sleeping with your make-up on — a major no-no. No one wants bed head that’s out of control the next day!
Solution
Pineapple your hair (a loose high pony tail at your crown”> and sleep on a satin pillow. If you have shorter hair, sleep in a satin bonnet. For delicate and dry curly strands, make sure to add some moisture back into your hair every night.
MORE: How to Pineapple Your Hair
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Bad Weather
Wind, rain and humidity are often the culprits of a bad curly hair day. These external elements are the archenemies of defined curls. They promote frizz and leave the hair looking electrocuted!
Solution
Check the Frizz Forecast on the Curls on the Go app to predict whether or not your best humidity fighting serum should be used. Try Ouidad’s Climate Control Frizz & Flyaway Fighter or Frederic Fekkai’s Summer Hair Zero-Humidity Frizz Control for frizz free curls. Make sure to also carry a scrunchie and a scarf with you during harsh weather days to combat the elements while trekking through these upcoming cold months.
MORE: Weather-Proof Your Curls for Good
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Dry Hair
Moisture is crucial! The environment and some products do a number on our hair each day, so it’s important to replenish it with moisture each night. Waking up with dry and brittle curls can be the worst!
Solution
If your hair feels like cacti, you might have used too much of a product or the wrong product. Wash out strong-hold gels and hairspray to prevent a horrible case of the crispies.
MORE: 3 Tricks to Treat Your Curls
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Experiment Gone Bad
Try a new style or product that just didn’t turn out the way you expected? There’s nothing wrong with experimentation, but time these sessions well.
Solution
Try new styles and products when nothing important is planned. Like on a Saturday morning in your PJs. The day before the most important interview in life or your sister’s wedding day may not be the best time to use that new curly cream.
MORE: 5 Bad Curly Hair Habits to Break
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A Bad Mood
Sometimes our mood can have an adverse effect on how we feel about our appearance, including our hair.
Solution
This is a time to style your hair in your best go-to style that makes you feel fabulous! When you look great you’re more likely to feel great!
If you’re still staring at the mirror wondering what to do we have more solutions for you!
Polish those edges! Use a spooling brush or even a unused toothbrush with some hair gel or a cream like Karen’s Body Beautiful Sleek Strands Edge Control on those edges and hairline to clean up your look!
MORE: You Know You Need a Curly Makeover When…
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Stuck with No Style
Can’t figure out what do do with your hair when you’re on your way out the door? Throw your hair into a messy ponytail and pin pieces of your ponytail up. Add a little hairspray to create a messy, but polished hairstyle! You can also spruce up your style by adding a decorative pin, broche or even a bow.
Bun it Up!
Don’t be afraid to give this classic style a try. Curly-haired buns are all the rave right now and give the old sleek bun a textured spin that’s sure to impress. Even on those worst bad hair days!
MORE: Home Styling Tips for Curly Hair
Need Some Umph? Diffuse upside down to give your hair some volume. The lack of volume could also be your cut as consistent strands all around weight down the hair. Have your stylist clip strands at their roots to create more volume.
Scheduled trims, deep conditioning treatments and a style change can help combat those dreaded days. Make sure you’re consistent with your hair care and you’ll be chasing your worst hair days away!
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The possibilities are endless when it comes to coloring and styling our hair. While some styles and color jobs can age you, others can turn back the clock tremendously. After years of one hairstyle or look, it’s easy to get stuck and become intimidated to make a change. Even a small change, however, can yield a new level of confidence and make you look and feel great!
We’re often reluctant to change our hair’s color or cut our hair in fear of permanent fails. Although there’s a risk that you won’t like the change you make, the risk of looking years older than you are should be scarier! If you end up not liking a particular haircut, remember that hair does grow back.
Here are a few tips and tricks you can do with your hair to make you look younger!
6 Steps to Looking Younger
1. Hair Health
If your hair is lacking moisture, start by giving yourself a deep conditioning treatment like MyHoneyChild’s Olive You Deep Conditioner. Dry curls can look quite dull and can really add years onto your look. On wash days, try moisturizing products like Yes to Cucumbers Color Care Daily Makeover Conditioner. Spend some time quenching those curls!
MORE: 7 Days To Healthier Hair
2. Be Vibrant!
Color is by far the best way to upgrade your look and make you look younger. Full color is not always necessary, though. For some, subtle highlights can turn the clock back ten or more years! Make sure to keep moisture as a priority after adding color. Use a sulfate-free shampoo that won’t dry out your hair and keep the color looking fresh.
3. Upgrade You!
Another great way to turn back the clock is to get an updated haircut. We all get comfortable in what we know, but an outdated cut could be aging you. Shake things up with a cut between your chin and your shoulders. The texture curly girls have is an advantage. With your soft curls, you’ll be sure to turn heads!
4. Don’t be Stiff
Even with fabulous color and a great cut, if you’re not sporting the proper style, you could be holding yourself back. Stiff and super edgy hairstyles should be avoided. Think old and stiff versus young and soft. Keep it loose! Messy, curly up-dos, soft cascading curls and curly side-buns are all great styles.
5. Eyebrows are Hair Too
Don’t neglect those brows ladies! If your eyebrows are too thin you’ll look older no matter what your hairstyle or hair color. Brows shouldn’t be too bushy either. Well manicured eyebrows can make a major difference. Also if coloring your hair make sure the color of your brows somewhat match your new hair color.
6. The Simple Part
Switching up your part from side to side could give you variety you never knew. Try a deep part or a shallow one to change things up.
Follow these tips and you’ll be well on your way to younger-looking days!
MORE: Change Your Hair Part
