LONG HAIR
Although many people believe long hair is more
difficult to handle, in reality it is the most versatile of all hair styles.
Tangling is a major issue and can be lessened by detangling before shampooing
and by not piling the hair on top of the head and bunching it when wet. It is
best to shampoo while showering and to work the shampoo down the length of the
hair as if you were milking a cow. Always end with a cold water rinse to enhance
the sheen of your hair.
Concentrate conditioner at the ends of the hair
to avoiding splitting and if possible, air dry. Try to use natural hair care
methods as opposed to blow drying or flat-ironing.If you have to blow dry, try
to do so in shifts so that your hair does not get too hot which causes the hair
to be brittle and to break more easily. Never brush you hair while it is wet and
use only wide tooth combs.
To get a natural wavy look, braid your
hair while it is wet, then take it down when it is dry. Also,putting it up in a
top knot while wet will create volume when the hair is released. Braids or pony
tails are always useful in any situation where your hair can become tangled or
caught in something.
SHORT HAIR
People with short hair often face the
dilemna have cutting their hair to match their facial shape.
There are seven
basic facial shapes: diamond, heart, oval, rectangle, round, square, and
triangular.
Diamond-shaped faces that are narrow at the forehead but wide at
the cheeks with a small, pointy chin work best with cuts that add more fullness
at the crown of the head to balance out the width of the
cheeks.
Heart-shaped faces with their wide foreheads and small chins
looks best when paired with a layered bob with lots of volume. Asymmetrical cuts
also compliment this facial configuration. Oval faces are characterized by high
foreheads and narrow but round chins. This is the most balance of all the facial
shapes and works well with any cut.
Rectangular faces are long with high
foreheads and defined jaws and chins. In general a chin-length or
shoulder-length cut will be most effective to call attention away from the
length of the face and to give an overall softening effect. Some fringe or bangs
at the forehead also works well.
Round faces have wide foreheads and full
jaws. Because the shape is similar to the oval, most styles will work but be
sure to have fullness above the ears. The softer the cut and the more the layers
come forward toward the face the better the style for this facial type.
Asymmetrical cuts are also good.
The square face with its "lantern" jaw
and wide forehead needs a graduated cut with lots of volume at the crown.
Triangular faces, on the other hand, that are widest at the jaw and more narrow
at the temple can actually accommodate most styles except those with volume at
the top or crown of the head.
CURLY HAIR
Curly hair care can present many issues because
this hair type is so susceptible to frizziness. Refrain from using hair spray or
gel because they contain a lot of alchohol, which leads to dry, frizzy
hair.
Always use a wide tooth comb and try to gently detangle your hair while
it is wet. Never brush wet hair. It is best to allow the hair to air dry.
Beware of straightening products. Most contain harsh chemicals that will damage
your hair over time and can lead to hair loss.
FINE HAIR
Finer hair deserves a shorter cut. Because
finer hair is very limp and cannot take the weight of a longer hair
style, you shouldn't over condition. No need to layer the fine hair,
because it will cause it too look finer.
Don't do anything to make the
hair brittle, which leads to breaking and split ends. Avoid the excessive heat
of blow drying and curling irons. Read the labels of your hair care products and
avoid harsh detergents like sodium lauryl sulfate. Minimize the use of
hairsprays and gels that contain too much alcohol. These products will dry out
the hair.
THICK HAIR
Coarse or thick
hair has much more body and life and so has more versatility than fine hair.
Avoid blunt cuts which make the hair look bushy. Try something layered. If your
hair is thick and curly, cuts that accentuate the curl will in the long run
present fewer problems with hair style and care.
The greatest problem
with thick hair is simply its tendency toward dryness. Avoid hair products that
contain alcohol such as hair sprays and gels. If at all possible, air dry rather
than using a curling iron.
FRIZZY HAIR
Heat and humidity are the main
causes of frizzy hair. Hair that is dry and brittle will also be
frizzy.
You should choose both a conditioner and a shampoo designed to
moisturize. Choose products that say they will "replenish" over those that speak
to "volumizing" or to creating "body." Try to refrain from blow drying or
curling your hair. Do not shampoo daily.
A recommended treatment is using
the scalp rejuvenator and hair oil from hairobics all natural.Wear a hat when
you are in the sun. Hair can sunburn just as seriously as the skin. Schedule a
trim everu 6 to 8 weeks.
OILY HAIR
Shampoo
daily with a formula specifically for your hair type. Leave the lather in at
least five minutes and repeat. Don't use a conditioner, especially not one of
the "leave in" variety.
When you brush or comb your hair try not to
touch the scalp. Also, brush and comb infrequently.