10 Essential Winter Hair Accessories You Must Own This Season

1. Everyone needs a good beret. And this Nordstrom Cashmere Beret is a classic choice. Plus, it comes in six color options! We recommend picking up at least one or two.

 Nordstrom Cashmere Beret

2. Earmuffs used to be practical, not pretty. But these UGG Australia Leather and Shearling Earmuffs prove otherwise! The soft sheepskin will keep your ears warm and built-in speakers will keep you entertained when hitting the slopes.

UGG Australia Leather and Shearling Earmuffs

3. A darling bow is hard to resist, which is why this Cableknit Hat with Bow made our must-have list.

 Cableknit Hat with Bow

4. Holiday parties call for an extra special hair accessory, like this gorgeous Ben-Amun Crystal Headband. This 20s-inspired headpiece will jazz up any look.

Ben-Amun Crystal Headband

5. Keep your head warm in luxurious style with this Karl Donoghue Shearling Hat. It’s soft, plush, lined in silk-satin and can be worn almost anywhere!

Karl Donoghue Shearling Hat

6. When it comes to wintertime hair accessories, a beenie is a must. This Eugenia Kim Mimi Chunky Knit Wool Pompom Beenie is a cute and cheeky departure from your ordinary beenie.

Eugenia Kim Mimi Chunky Knit Wool Pompom Beenie

7. If you like the look of fur without wearing a full-on Russian hat, you may like this Parkurst “Angelika” Angora Blend Beret. The neutral color tones make it easy to wear with just about any outfit.

Parkurst “Angelika” Angora Blend Beret.

8. Speaking of fur, this Dena Fox Fur Headwrap is another unique hair accessory to try. This accent may be small, but the style speaks volumes.

 Dena Fox Fur Headwrap 

9. Looking for a truly decadent hair accessory for that special occasion this chilly season? Look no further than this gorgeous Jennifer Behr Gold Tone Tiered Multi-Chain Headpiece.

 Jennifer Behr Gold Tone Tiered Multi-Chain Headpiece.

10. For a cute everyday look, we love this Eric Javits Rabbit Hair Felt Hat. A wide-brim hat is always a great everyday go-to.

 Eric Javits Rabbit Hair Felt Hat

Closely Cropped

Closely Cropped

How to style:

1. Apply a styling crème from roots to tips.
2. Blow dry using a Mason Pearson brush.
3. Flat iron in small sections.
4. Apply a defining wax and style as desired.

Product Recommendation:

Try Aveda’s Briliant Humectant for shine with texture.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work for all face shapes and hair densities.

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BEAUTIFULLY BUZZED

BEAUTIFULLY BUZZED

How to style:

1. Starting with slightly damp hair, apply a small amount of curl defining pomade.
2. Allow to air dry.

Product Recommendation:

Try Carol’s Daughter’s Loc Butter for shiny and defined curls.

Face Shape and Hair Density:

This style will work for all face shapes and hair densities.

textured bob

textured bob 

How to style:

1. Apply a blow dry lotion to damp hair.
2. Blow dry hair using a flat paddle brush.
3. Section off the top. Flat iron hair beginning in the neck and working towards the top of the head.
4. Gently bend ends under with flat iron.
5. Apply a shine enhancing serum to mid-lengths and ends.
6. Finish style with a soft hold hairspray.

Product Recommendation:

Try Living Proof’s Prime Style Extender to create a smooth, shiny and frizz-free style.

FORWARD FACING

FORWARD FACING

How to style:

1. Starting with damp hair, apply a blow dry lotion from roots to tips.
2. Blow dry hair towards face using a flat paddle brush.
3. Working in small sections, from back to front, flat iron hair towards face.
4. Apply a small amount of shine enhancing pomade.

Product Recommendation:

Try Carol’s Daughter’s Mimosa Hair Honey Shine Pomade for soft, smooth hold with tons of shine.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work for all face shapes and hair densities.

LAYERED PIXIE

LAYERED PIXIE

How to style:

1. Starting with damp hair, apply a blow dry crème from roots to tips.
2. Blow dry hair using a flat paddle brush.
3. Working in small sections, flat iron hair and gently bend ends away from face.
4. Apply a shine enhancing pomade to ends and style as desired.
5. Finish style with a shine enhancing hairspray.

Product Recommendation:

Hair that radiates shine starts in the shower. Try Bumble and Bumble’s Let There Be Light shampoo and conditioner for super shiny locks.

CLASSIC BOB

CLASSIC BOB

How to style:

1. Apply a blow dry lotion from roots to tips.

2. Blow dry hair with a Denman brush, using the head like a roller.

3. Working in small horizontal sections, flat iron hair and gently bend ends under.

4. Apply a small amount of argan oil to ends.

5. Finish with a fine mist of a flexible hold hairspray.

Product recommendation:

Try Morrocan Oil’s Hair Treatment for super soft locks that are full of shine.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work for all face shapes and hair densities.

PERFECTLY MANICURED

PERFECTLY MANICURED

How to style:

1. Starting with slightly damp hair, apply a styling wax from roots to tips.

2. Style top as desired and blow dry gently to set the style.

3. Apply a small amount of styling wax to sides and back.

4. Set style with a firm hold hairspray.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work best for oval, triangle and heart face shapes. It will work for all hair densities.

THE UNDERCUT

THE UNDERCUT

How to style:

1. Apply a volume mousse from roots to tips.

2. Round brush top with a medium-sized brush.

3. Spray hair with a texturizing spray.

4. Tousle hair as desired.

5. Set with a flexible hold hairspray.

Product Recommendation:

Try Oribe’s Texturizing Spray for a lived-in texture with a satin finish.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work for all face shapes and medium to thick hair densities.

FAUX HAWK

FAUX HAWK

FAUX HAWK

How to style:

1. Starting with damp hair, section off the top.

2. Apply a strong hold gel to the sides and back.

3. Blow dry sides and back slicked down on a medium setting.

4. Release the top. Apply a curl enhancing cream.

5. Gently diffuse the top, fluffing curls as they dry.

6. Set style with a strong hold hairspray.

Product Recommendation:

Try Aveda’s Brilliant Retexturizing Gel for strong hold with shine.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work for all face shapes and hair densities.

PAGING MIA FARROW

PAGING MIA FARROW

How to style:

1. Starting with slightly damp hair, apply a shine enhancing styling wax from root to tip.
2. Create a deep part and, using a fine toothed comb, sweep bangs to the side.
3. Apply a small amount of product to sideburns.
4. Set style with a light mist of shine enhancing hairspray.

Product recommendation:

Try Kenra’s Platinum Grooming Pomade 4 for a clean, flexible hold with tons of shine.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work for all face shapes and hair densities.

FULL OF TEXTURE

FULL OF TEXTURE

How to style:

1. Starting with damp hair, apply a smoothing crème from roots to tips.

2. Apply a root boosting spray to the crown and bang area.

3. Blow dry hair using a medium-sized round brush.

4. Apply a texturizing paste to roots and ends.

5. Style bangs as desired.

6. Set style with a medium hold hairspray.

Product Recommendation:

Try Hanz de Fuko’s Quicksand for weightless volume with tons of texture.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work for all face shapes and medium to thick hair densities.

RED HOT

RED HOT

How to style:

1. Starting with damp hair, apply your favorite styling aid.

2. Blow dry hair using a small paddle brush.

3. Flat iron hair in small horizontal sections and gently bend the ends under.

4. Apply a small amount of argan oil to ends.

5. Set style with a soft, flexible hold hairspray.

Product Recommendation:

Try Aveda’s Witch Hazel Hairspray for a soft, touchable hold.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work for all face shapes and medium to thick hair densities.

CAREFREE CURLS

CAREFREE CURLS

How to style:

1. Starting with damp hair, apply product cocktail of a curl enhancing crème and a medium hold gel.

2. Gently diffuse hair until it is mostly dry.

3. Finish style with a shine enhancing hairspray.

4. Once hair is dry, touch up curls with a 1-inch curling iron.

Product Recommendation:

Try Aveda’s Be Curly Curl Control for frizz control and curl definition.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work for all face shapes and those with curly hair.

LONG BANGS

LONG BANGS

How to style:

1. Starting with damp hair, apply a blow dry lotion from roots to tips.

2. Blow dry hair with fingers.

3. Smooth hair with a flat iron.

4. Apply a texturizing paste to the ends and gently tousle hair.

Product Recommendation:

Try Onesta’s Smooth and Shine for extra shine and frizz control. Apply to dry hair for the perfect amount of texture and definition.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work for all face shapes and hair densities.

LONG LAYERS

LONG LAYERS

LONG LAYERS

How to Style:

1. Starting with damp hair, apply a volumizing foam. Layer over the mousse a light hold gel.

2. Blow dry hair using a medium-sized round brush.

3. Using a 1¼-inch curling iron, curl hair away from face.

4. Use a wax to define and separate.

5. Style bangs as desired.

6. Set style with a medium hold hairspray.

Product Recommendation:

Try Aveda’s Confixor gel. It’s perfect to layer on top of a volumizing mousse for extra volume and hold.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work for all face shapes and all hair densities.

SHORT AND ANGULAR

SHORT AND ANGULAR

How to style:

1. Apply a blow dry crème from roots to tips.

2. Starting at the nape of the neck, blow dry hair using a Denman brush, drying hair from side to side.

3. Smooth ends using a flat iron.

4. Apply a shine enhancing serum to ends.

5. Mist hair with a soft hold hairspray.

Product Recommendation:

Try Avea’s Style Prep Smoother to help reduce blow drying time and frizz.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work for all face shapes and hair densities.

POLISHED SHORT BOB

POLISHED SHORT BOB

POLISHED SHORT BOB

How to style:

1. Apply a volumizing mousse from roots to tips.

2. Mist roots with a root boosting spray.

3. Blow dry hair with a medium-sized round brush.

4. Smooth and bend ends under using a flat iron.

5. Set style with a soft hold hairspray.

Product Recommendation:

Try Onesta’s Volumizing Foam for extra fullness with a natural finish.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work for all face shapes except round and oblong. It will work for all hair densities.

Asymmetrical Glamour

Asymmetrical Glamour

How to style:

1. Apply a blow dry crème from roots to tips.
2. Blow dry hair with a flat paddle brush.
3. Smooth ends with a flat iron.
4. Apply a small amount of argan oil to ends.
5. Finish style with a flexible hold hairspray.

Product recommendation:

Try No. 4’s Blow Drying Lotion to keep frizz at bay and boost shine.

Face Shape and hair density:

This style will work best for heart, oval, triangle and round face shapes. It will work for all hair densities.

Playful Face Framing

Playful Face Framing

How to style:

1. Apply a volume mousse from roots to tips.
2. Blow dry bangs and sides towards the face using a small paddle brush.
3. Blow dry the crown and back and gently bend the ends under.
4. Apply a styling wax.
5. Style bangs and sides forward and gently tousle the crown.
6. Finish style with a medium hold hairspray.

Product Recommendation:

Try Aveda’s Control Paste. It has a flexible hold paste with tons of shine and separation.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work for all face shapes and hair densities.

Short and Fabulous!

Short and Fabulous!

 

 

 

How to Style:

1. Starting with damp hair, apply a curl crème from roots to tips.
2. Twist sections of hair and allow hair to air dry.
3. Once hair is dry, gently finger comb through curls.
4. Gently scrunch in a shine enhancing pomade.

Product recommendation:

Try Kinky Curly’s Curling Custard for definition and shine.

Face shape and hair density:

This style will work on any face shape and for those with medium to thick naturally curly hair.

Synthetic Wigs vs. Real Hair Wigs

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Washing, brushing, detangling, blow-drying, curling, cutting, straightening – we tend to spend a lot of time and energy on our hair. That doesn’t mean that we are all overly obsessed with our physical appearance. It is simply a reflection of the fact that beautiful, well-maintained hair makes us feel more self-confident, more able to deal with whatever the day chooses to throw at us. Perhaps a perfectly coiffed hairdo won’t make that meeting with your boss go away, but it will certainly help you hold your head up high no matter what happens. That’s why special care should be taken when selecting a wig.

People choose to wear wigs for a number of reasons including hair loss due to health conditions and simple aesthetics. There is quite an intimidating selection of wig types, styles, and colors available which can make choosing the perfect one a tad complicated. But the very first question you need to ask yourself when purchasing a wig is whether you prefer real hair or synthetic hair. Let’s consider the differences.

Synthetic Wigs

When people hear the term “synthetic” they often visualize a tacky hot pink wig similar to what you may have donned last Halloween. However, advancements in wig making have resulted in synthetic wigs that come in virtually every shade and style and look remarkably natural.

The primary benefits of choosing a synthetic wig are the price and relatively low maintenance involved. It is very possible to find a good quality synthetic wig for just a few hundred dollars. If you are wearing the wig on a daily basis, it will generally last between three to six months with proper care. Synthetic wigs come “pre-styled” which means that you should be absolutely certain that you are happy with the style of a particular wig before committing to a purchase. Synthetic wigs can be cut (using special shears) but you will be very limited in other styling options. Most synthetic wigs do not tolerate heat from styling tools well.

Real Hair Wigs

Wigs made from real human hair on the other hand are quite versatile. They can be colored and styled just like natural hair. Some people prefer them over synthetic wigs because they think others are less likely to notice they are wearing a wig. There is also value in being able to reach up and feel the smooth, lively texture of real hair.

However, real hair wigs require quite a bit of daily maintenance and even with meticulous care they may prove less durable than synthetic wigs. Another factor to consider is the price. Most real hair wigs will set you back a couple thousand dollars.

Some Questions to Ask Yourself

Based on the characteristics of synthetic and real hair wigs, you should ask yourself a few questions before committing to a type.

Would you enjoy spending time styling and maintaining your wig every day or do you want to just put it on and go?

Would you be content wearing a single style and color for several months or do you like to change your look often?

Is it very important to you that others not notice you are wearing a wig or do you not mind either way?

Do you have lots of money to spend on a wig or are you working with a small budget?

In the end, it often boils down to choosing a wig that suits your lifestyle. If you are on a budget and don’t have copious amounts of time to spend styling a wig every day, then synthetic would probably be a good choice. If money isn’t an option and natural look, texture, and versatility are important to you, then a real hair wig would be a better fit. There are no bad choices as long as you feel beautiful and confident in your wig.

Early Hair Loss: How to Deal with the Stigma and Your Emotions

Our twenties are a time to enjoy the fleeting pleasure of youth. You’re still young, but now old enough to appreciate it. But for those dealing with the social stigma of early hair loss, the ability to savor the joys of youth of may have diminished too soon.

For men, loss of hair can lead to feelings of reduced virility and stress. After all, it’s difficult to accept a radical – and sometimes inevitable – change in appearance. For women, the situation can be doubly difficult, as early hair loss is tied to notions of female beauty and femininity.

According to the U.K.’s National Health Service (NHS), women who lose their hair early can suffer “catastrophic” consequences. Society places expectations on women with regard to appearance, and losing one’s hair can lead to depression and negative body image. The NHS estimates about eight million women in the U.K. suffer from hair loss.

Causes

For men, the cause of early hair loss is typically easy to pinpoint — male pattern baldness. Four in seven men inherit the gene that causes baldness. While it’s often assumed that baldness is inherited from the maternal grandparent, it’s not a direct cause. While there is evidence linking the two, there are other factors that influence male baldness, including a history of baldness of the father’s side. The American Academy of Dermatology estimates fifty-percent of men will have some degree of male pattern baldness by the age of 50, as the odds of losing hair increase greatly as we age. Along with genetic predisposition, there are a number of environmental and nutritional factors that can affect hair growth in men, including things such as vitamin deficiency or changes in diet.

Women also suffer from genetic baldness, though the prevalence is significantly lower than in men. A number of other factors can lead to temporary or permanent loss of hair. These factors include: pregnancy, hormone changes, side effects from medication or certain hair care methods or hairstyles that place undue stress on the hair.

Early Hair Loss

The Norwood Hair Loss Classification System

Treatments

While there is no cure for genetic baldness, there are a variety of treatments available. A dermatologist may perform a scalp biopsy to pinpoint the particular cause. Once you know how to proceed, there are multiple options to consider. Some women and men respond to minoxidil, which is the active ingredient in Rogaine. Men can also choose to use a prescription medicine called finasteride, which slows the production of DHT, the hormone that leads to baldness. Laser devices used to stimulate the scalp are also available. Because these treatments are not effective for everyone, hair transplants and modern, more realistic wigs are also popular options.

Dealing with the emotional cost

Whether or not you decide to pursue medical or cosmetic options for early hair loss, it’s equally important to address the underlying emotional issues that go hand-in-hand with such a potentially life-changing event. There are a number of support groups for men and women with hair loss, and a wide range of online resources. Here are some notable sites and communities:

The Women’s Hair Loss Project features stories and tips from women experiencing early hair loss – and the site is a light, positive place.

The National Alopecia Areata Foundation has support groups in every state.

Spencer Kobren’s The Bald Truth is a radio program that deals with the social stigma and emotional difficulties of dealing with hair loss – in both men and women.

Getting in touch with others who have gone through the process – whether through online forums or local support groups – can help you develop strategies to help cope.

Ultimately, it’s important that you make progress toward coming to terms with your appearance and situation. Your self-image and well-being may be improved by seeking professional hair loss treatments, but your self-worth will almost certainly be improved by accepting the fact that your identity is not tied to your hair.

Hair Transplant – a Modern Solution to Permanent Hair Loss

Hair Transplant

Many people will experience hair loss at some point in their lives and this loss not restricted just to the scalp. The most visible hair is that on the head and eyebrows and it is the loss of this hair that can be so distressing for sufferers and leads them to look for more permanent solutions.

What causes of hair loss?

Although it is estimated that there are five million hair follicles on the body it is the loss of the most obvious hair, on the head, eyebrows and eyelashes, that causes the most distress. There are several reasons why this might happen, some causes are treatable and hair will grow back, others result in more permanent hair loss. Some of the reasons for temporary hair loss include:-

Fungal infections of the scalp such as lichen planus.

Alopecia.

Chemotherapy or radiation treatment for cancer.

Some medical conditions can result in some hair loss.

The main cause of permanent hair loss, which can affect both sexes, is male or female pattern baldness which is inherited and can manifest at a very young age. And it is mainly this condition that leads most people to seek cosmetic treatment.

Hair loss treatments

As with all surgical procedures, hair transplant surgery carries risks such as infection and scarring, which need to be taken into consideration when making your decision and it is not suitable for everyone. It is wise to try some of the less invasive options first as it is carried out in private clinics and may be costly. Always consult your GP if you are considering hair transplant surgery.

Hair transplantation

This option requires a number of sessions, depending on the extent of the hair loss and requires a gap of up to one year between procedures. The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic which means the area to be treated is ‘numbed’ to reduce the pain. A small section of scalp is taken from the area of the head with the most hair. The hair on the removed section is then teased apart so that single hairs or small clumps of hair can be transplanted into the area where the hair has been lost. The hairs are ‘planted’ so it looks as natural as possible. It is estimated that it takes about six months for the hair to become established and start to grow again. Hair transplant surgery is not a quick fix it can take some time to get the result you want.

Other options include:-

Scalp reduction which is used for primarily for cases alopecia which has caused scarring. This is where a section of the bald area on the top of the head is removed then the more hairy sections of the scalp are moved and sewn together.

As with all things research is increasing the number of options available for treating conditions such as these. Hopefully, in the not too distant future, clinicians specialising in hair transplant will be able to use cloned hair rather than just repositioning existing hair.

Types of Hair Extensions

Types of Hair Extensions

Do you feel like your hair needs a little boost? From clip-in hair extensions to hair-by-hair extensions and weaves, there are a wide variety of hair extensions available to suit any colour, length, and style.

Choosing the right type of hair extension can be difficult, particularly if you’re new to the world of hair and make-up. Read on to learn from the experts at Hershesons and discover the best hair extensions for your hair type, colour, and length.

Clip-in hair extensions: Ideal for creating temporary length for events

If you’d like to give your hair a boost without spending hours with your stylist, clip-in hair extensions are a great choice. These hair extensions clip discreetly into your natural hair, giving you a nice length boost that’s easy to secure and remove.

While the clips used to secure clip-in extensions are far from bulky, they can show up in fine or very light hair, particularly in harsh lighting. Because of this, they’re a great choice for people with dark or thick hair that can easily obscure the clips.

Partial weaves: Excellent for adding volume to thick and curly hair

Unlike clip-in hair extensions, which are secured to your natural hair using a small clip, weaves are braided into your hair close to the scalp. This makes them a more permanent option for adding volume and length to your natural hair.

Since weaves are tightly braided into your natural hair, they can require a lot more care than clip-in extensions. Try to avoid washing your hair too frequently, as water will loosen the braids and cause the extensions to become more obvious.

Strand-by-strand hair extensions: The ideal choice for light or thin hair

Strand-by-strand hair extensions (also known as pre-bonded extensions) are glued into your natural hair using a protein known as Keratin. Because they use no clips or braids, strand-by-strand hair extensions tend to look remarkably natural.

Unlike clip-in hair extensions and full or partial weaves, pre-bonded hair extensions are an excellent choice for people with lightly coloured or thin hair. They’re also the most durable form of hair extensions, lasting for several months at a time.

Human or artificial hair: Which is the best choice?

Hair extensions of all types can be made from both natural and artificial hair. The two materials need to be cared for very differently, making it important that you pick hair extensions made from a material that suits your individual style needs.

Synthetic hair extensions, for the most part, can’t be exposed to heat in the same way that human hair extensions can. This means that you won’t be able to apply heat to your hair, particularly from a straightener or hair curler.

Human hair, on the other hand, can be treated like your own. As well as resisting heat far better than synthetic hair, human hair extensions generally look far more natural, especially when they accurately match your hair’s texture and colour. Visit humanhairextensionsonline.com.au for more hair colours.

The Last Word

The pace of modern life can be hectic, which means that it is not always easy to look your best. Hair extensions have therefore emerged as a key component of the average woman’s beauty regime, as they provide an affordable and versatile solution to any scheduling issues that you may have.

Not only can they add volume to your existing style, but they also help you to introduce new and vibrant colours. On a final note, hair extensions can also be used to create a brand new look for special occasions, which can also save significant amounts of time, money and effort as you look to make the most from your appearance.

Easy Tips for Soft, Manageable Hair within Weeks

Easy Tips for Soft

Having beautiful hair is what most of us dream of. Not only does it make you look good, it also boosts self-esteem and improves your overall health. So if you want to say goodbye to hair dullness, here are easy-to-follow tips for getting strong, soft, shiny, and manageable locks.

Skip a day between shampoos
Rather than washing your hair daily, wash it every other day unless your hair is really oily. Skipping a day between shampoos preserves your scalp’s natural oil, making your hair healthier and shinier. If you have dry hair, use a conditioner every day in the shower.

Do not pull it tight
Some girls are used to pulling their hair into very taut buns, braids and ponytails. However, pulling your hair and constricting it with elastic bands can cause breakage. Use bobby pins or headbands instead. These accessories can sweep off the stands off your hair without causing split-ends. However, if wearing elastic bands cannot be prevented, don’t wrap it around the hair many times.

Turn down the heat
Heat can zap the luster out of your hair. Blow drying, ironing, perming, or using any heated hair-styling tools may be tempting, but you must consider the effects of overdoing it. A tip is scaling back on what you normally do.

On the same note, showering in hot water makes your hair dull and brittle too. Always shower with warm to cold water to hydrate hair strands. it’s also important to keep your hair and scalp protected from the sun’s rays. So always wear a hat or a scarf when going outdoors for a prolonged period.

Trim your hair
Getting a haircut once every six to eight weeks can do wonders to your hair. Trimming can prevent tearing up the shafts, which helps hair remain strong and healthy. You don’t need to be so drastic about it; a regular two-inch trim would be just fine. Consistency is key. So as not to forget, schedule an appointment at the end of your current appointment.

Brush your hair correctly
Proper hair brushing can boost blood flow and circulation to your scalp, helping hair grow longer and more lustrous. Brush your scalp vigorously at night, but don’t overdo it. Too much brushing can also cause breakage, especially to delicate hairs. Bend over and brush your hair from the back of your neck to the top of your bead with a boar-bristle brush. Before brushing, make sure to separate the strands and break the tangles with your fingers.

Shower with filtered water
The effects of hard water on your hair can be damaging. Chlorine, minerals, and other chemicals in hard water deposit into the surface of your hair and create a scaly buildup on the scalp, making hair strands appear lifeless. To prevent this, use water softener systems or whole house filters to leave your hair soft and shiny.

Avoid unnatural hair care products
Most hair dyes and hair treatments are chemical in nature. Applying it on your hair habitually will not only make your hair dry, it can also do harm to your scalp. However, if you must apply it, do it only after three months rather than every three weeks. You can also use natural methods. Some use hennas or brewed coffee to hide gray hair. Other natural hair treatments include mayonnaise, yogurt, eggs, aloe vera, and honey.

Eat right
Many of us might think that our food has nothing to do with our hair. On the contrary, food plays an important role on the condition of our hair. Food rich in omega-3 fatty acids such a sardines, salmon, and mackerel can help you maintain a healthy scalp. That, vitamins and protein keep your hair nourished.

Hair Care Tips For Women

Hair Care Tips For Women

For many women the way that their hair looks is very important to them. However, there is not one easy way to care for all hair as there are different types. Here we examine the different types of hair and recommend what to do for each.

Dry Hair

Dry hair tends to look very frizzy and can get split ends as well. This means that it needs to be trimmed regularly to keep it looking good at the ends. It can be a good idea to make regular appointments with a professional hairdresser to get it cut every six weeks. It may be possible that it stays in better condition if it is not too long.

Dry hair needs a lot of conditioner. It may be that a shampoo with conditioner and a separate conditioner needs to be used. It may also be necessary to add some leave-in conditioner, hair serum or hair oil to keep it looking good.

It is a good idea to experiment with different products to find out which work the best. There may be certain combinations of products that seem to suit your hair better. It may be that more expensive products seem to be better quality, but this may not always be the case.

Hair can dry out more if it is washed a lot. However, some people find that this only happens if they use too much shampoo. Most of the time it is best just to use a very small amount of shampoo as it washes away the natural oils from the hair and dries it out. Washing more regularly could help the hair to stay in better condition, especially if you make sure that you apply a good selection of conditioners to it every day.

Greasy Hair

Greasy hair can be difficult to manage as it can look good after being washed and then build up grease during the day. It is important to make sure that you do not use too many conditioners or touch it very much, so grease does not get added to the hair. The grease comes from the skin and so it can be a good idea to not brush the scalp so the grease is less likely to spread through the hair.

There are specific shampoos for great hair as well as conditioners. It can be difficult getting the balance between making it too dry or greasy. It is therefore worth experimenting with different shampoos and possibly with some light conditioners as well. It is good to be careful with styling products as well because they could make the hair appear more greasy.

Dandruff

Dandruff is a difficult condition to cope with. It is often treated with special shampoos. However, it can be worth looking at using conditioning shampoo or extra conditioner instead. This is because dandruff is caused by a dry scalp and a shampoo that is hydrating could really help the condition. Like with all hair types, it is a good idea to try out different products to see what works best.

If nothing eliminates the problem completely then it could be worth seeing a GP. They will be able to prescribe some stronger shampoo if that is what is required or may suggest you to also use  hair care products like Mira Hair Oil for hair care.

Choose Right Hair Loss Option-Know Your Hair Loss Causes.

Choose Right Hair Loss

A full head of hair is not the option for all of us, but most people’s pursuit for beauty and charms. However, the reality turns out that only a few people are able to come ture this dream. Why so many people fail to do so? Did they give up in the half way? The answer is negative. Beauty is the everlasting pursuit for all human beings. Then when you see the scalp with thinner and thinner hair through the mirror, do you happen to explore a right option for your hair?

Temporary hair loss causes:

As we mentioned once, temporary hair loss will be recovered as long as hair loss sufferer has jumped out of their predictment, including pregnancy, anxiety and stress, too many strong treatments (coloring, bleaching), too much manipulation, illness, disease, and infections of the scalp. But if you are really concerned with your hair loss, we recommend that both fashionable hair wigs and hair thickening fibers are effective to make your hair fuller naturally.

Causes to permanent hair loss.

However, the permanent hair loss, which may be the results of heredity and hormonal changes, unfortunately, is not reversed naturally. There is general overall hair loss occuring primarily in the frontal areas, or the thinning of the entire head with the scalp becoming more and more visible. For such people, they have to recover their hair with both doctor’s and hairstylist’s help. The doctors will assist them with the deeper and inside causes while the hairstylist tries to cover up the impaired hair with a proper hair style and also to offer you some tips to care for your hair better than before.

Treating Male Pattern Baldness-Best Hair Loss Solution For Men

Treating Male Pattern Baldness

Male pattern baldness, as one of the most common hair loss problems, plagues men of all races from their mid-20s onwards is genetically-triggered male pattern hair loss, medically termed as “androgenetic alopecia”. Genes affect the age at which a men begins to lose his hair and the extent, rate, shape and pattern of the whole hair as a whole. Fortunately, best hair loss solutions for men now are revealed here to help all hair loss sufferers know why they are losing it and what they can do to get it back.

Why some people are losing it?

Genetical studies predisposed that some individuals are sensitive to a class of hormones called androgens, in particular DHT ( hormone dihydrotestosterone), causes hair follicles to shrink. The scalp begins to sprout hairs that are thinner than normal person, so that they fail to grow to normal length. As a consequence, the follicles wither away and no hair grows at all. In this scenario, thinning hair eventually progresses to chrome dome stage when the follicles cease to function.

Best solutions to stop hair loss.

Millions of men who are suffer from male pattern hair loss have several options. They can either choose to chemically treat the hair loss, or get artificial wigs or weaves if drug treatment is ineffective or impossible or invest in a permanent solution, hair transplant surgery. Or as a complete alternative, covering up thinning hair by 2ndhair building fibers.

Chemical drugs:

The only FDA drugs available to medically treat hair loss are Propecia and Rogaine (Minoxidil). Both products slow further thinning of hair and increase coverage of the scalp. However, neither medication will produce full regrowth of hair and the length or texture may be slightly altered in the areas of regrowth. the effectiveness of medications depends on the cause of hair loss, the extent of the hair loss and individual reponse rates. Since some sufferers may choose such products, a few short tips should be shown here to remind you of some notices.

1. Drugs often take at least a couple of months to produce noticeable effect.
2. Medications need to be taken continuously. If they are stopped now and then, any hair that has grown in will gradually be lost.
3. Pay attention to the possible side effects of the medical products.
Hair restoration:
A permanent form of hair replacement, hair transplantation, is a popular hair restoration. The surgical transplanting of hair follicles is a remarkably simple outpatient procedure in which it involves time, patience, surgery, and at least two repeat procedures, as well as the considerable investment of abundant money. It’s costly, isn’t it?

What Causes Hair Loss in Teenagers? 2ndhair Lets You Know!

Hair Loss in Teenagers

Generally, “hair loss” is typically associated with older individuals, particularly men who suffer from male pattern baldness or people with some specific diseases. However, now it becomes a common case that more and more teenagers now are experiencing symptoms of thinning, balding or shedding. When it strikes, hair loss can brutally disrupt a teenager’s sense of self-esteem, confidence and social life. Then why not diagnose the reasons of teenager’s hair loss?

Reason 1: Alopecia Areata

Alopecia Areata is a specific type of baldness that occurs in concentrated like rounded areas. It may occur on the scalp or on other portions of the body. At times, Alopecia Areata may manifest itself in several locations at once. For example, hair loss may simultaneously occur on the crown of the head, the sides of the head, and on the arm. It is estimated by experts that somewhere between 1-2% of Americans suffer with Alopecia Areata, including teenagers.

Reason 2: Androgenetic Alopecia

Androgenetic Alopecia is the most common cause of hair loss, affecting an estimated two thirds of all American males. Though most common among males over the age of 50, this type of pattern baldness may still affect teenagers. Females, in particular, may experience Female Pattern Hair Loss during the final teenage years and early-to-mid twenties.

Reason 3: Female pattern hair loss

Female pattern hair loss is a specific type of hair loss that may affect teenager girls. This condition is most easily identified by a widening “part” that makes more and more scalp visible when styling the hair. Proactively practicing stress management and nutritional awareness are two important steps in dealing with female pattern hair loss.

Reason 4: Traction Alopecia

Traction Alopecia is another common cause of thinning or shedding hair among teenagers, and it occurs when an unnatural amount of tension is applied to the hair for a prolonged period of time. The good news id that Traction Alopecia is one of the few causes of hair loss in teens that is behavioral. Hair loss results from Traction Alopecia may be significantly reversed simply by identifying and halting the behaviors that cause it.

Reason 5: Prescription medications

Prescription medications are commonly used to treat a variety of health conditions among teenagers. Thyroid disorders, acne medications, and contraceptive medicines are just a few examples of the most common medications that may cause hair loss. Thus when teens stop taking such medications, things will become better.

Detect Your Hair Loss Causes, Restore Your Hair Naturally and Fast

 Hair Loss Causes

Millions of people now experience hair loss. Some people see their hair re-growth is beyond all what they care for in their life. Others are zealous to the treatments to help them to re-grow hair. Pitfully, not so many people can really restore their hair very effectively. First and foremost, it’s necessary to detect the hair loss causes in particular.

What causes hair loss?

The reasons for hair loss are various and complicated. When a person sudden fall out hair excessively, the cause may be traced to illness, diet, medicine, childbirth. If hair loss is gradual and becomes more noticeable with each passing year, a person may have hereditary hair loss. Certain hair loss practices also can cause apparent thinning hair and hair loss. The following describes some of many things that cause hair loss.

Hair disorders:

Like other parts of the body, hair has its regular order circulation and disorder as well. If the hair sudden fall out excessively, it may be interrupted by heredity thinning or baldness (often known as androgenetic alopecia), alopecia areata, critricial alopecia or scarring alopecia, central centriful or scarring alopecia etc and so on. All these mentioned symptoms will all contribute to the hair loss. if you are a victim of these symptoms, you had better to see a doctor.

Disease causes hair loss.

Underlying medical condition will have a serious influence of the hair. Hair loss will serve as the first sign of a disease. Significant hair loss can occur after an illness while a major surgery, high fever, severe infection, or even the flu sometimes can lead to temportary hair loss. meanwhile, some treatment will affect the growth of hair loss as well. For instance, radiation therapy and chemotherapy of cancer, can cause hair loss.

Dieting and poor nutrition.

At present, more and more females are making great efforts to lose weight and dieting has been a really normal thing among them. However, a bad consequence of the diet is poor nutrition, while hair loss is one of the severe consequence as well.

Stress and dispressed mind.

Indeed, recently in the modern world, it’s not obvious body pains or disease that result in severe hair loss, but the stress and attitude towards the life that now becomes main killers of hair loss. The hair loss issue, then becomes a matter of how to relieve the huge stress of life and career. Meanwhile, it’s wise to cultivate an optimistic attitude towards the life.