We know that hair conditioner can make our strands smooth, shiny, and silken; but did you know it has plenty of other helpful uses too? 1.) Repel salt and snow from leather shoes Protect your leather shoes from winter weather by applying small amounts of conditioner to completely dry shoes. Buff the shoes with a [...]
A relaxing day at the salon -- photo courtesy of flash.pro If you’re anything like me, you spend at least $100 a year on hair products. Maybe your hair is manic, rapid cycling between being overly oily to dry and broken. It may not all be in your head. It may be your [...]
Enjoying a relaxing bath.Photo courtesy of Joel Telling The triple-digit summer temperatures of Nevada can become so unbearable that you can't even set foot outside. When you do, literally everything is hot to the touch and you're running for cover. As a Las Vegan, you probably already know the importance of sunblock; but [...]
If you think hat hair is your only hairstyle option during the winter, guess again! These five trends have been on fire this season, and they will definitely look hot on you too. (1) Dark Chocolate Strands From hot cocoa to roasted chestnuts, get inspired by the season’s cozy, dark brown delights. With a deep, [...]
Life keeps up busy. Work, school, kids, etc. leave ladies little time to do anything to their hair other than throw it up in a ponytail; but you CAN add flair to the everyday plain Jane look! Here are 10 effortless tricks to keep your hair not only healthy, but stylish. 1) An Easy Way [...]
Don't be fooled by the ombre trend: It's about a lot more than dark roots and light ends. This multidimensional look can be best achieved using a balayage technique, where you highlight individual pieces freehandedly. As tempting as it is to go DIY on this one, don't! You'll end up spending even more money to [...]
Homemade deep conditioners are simple to make; it might be as easy as making a trip to your kitchen. After blending the ingredients together, apply the mixture to your scalp first, working your way down to the ends. For added effect, you can set your blow dryer to low heat and warm your hair up [...]
After eight long months of suffering after I lost my hairdresser, I have finally booked an appointment. I called the salon and surprisingly got an appointment two days from now; I am actually excited. I will enjoy looking around someone else’s salon and seeing what little touches they use to make a guest feel special. [...]
You wouldn't think that shampooing is something that you could do incorrectly; but surprisingly, many people are using the wrong techniques! Here are a few important tips: Use a dime-sized amount of shampoo--a quarter-sized if you have thicker or longer hair. Massage it into your scalp first, and do so gingerly--but don't go overboard! You [...]
Did you know that most Americans shampoo their hair too often? When this happens, you begin stripping your hair of its natural oils. Many people counter this by using more conditioner. Guess what happens then? You're hair becomes more greasy and you just end up shampooing it again! The solution? Brush your hair every day [...]
