May 18th, 2012 . No Comments »
Have you ever dyed your hair? Ever stood at the store and wonder what the difference was between demi-permanent and semi-permanent hair dye was? It’s simple really! In contrast to permanent dyes, both semi and demi hair dyes are not meant to be permanent-meaning that these colors do not completely penetrate the hair shaft. They are both temporary colors that are meant to enhance but not drastically change your hair color.
Semi-Permanent dyes are milder. They do not contain ammonia or peroxide and are only meant to “stain” or coat a color on the outside of the hair strand. Used for enhancing or changing tones, but not complete colors. They typically last between 6-12 shampoos.
Demi-Permanent dyes are stronger than semi-permanent dyes. It does not contain ammonia but it does, however, incorporate a small amount of peroxide that will open the cuticle only a bit to deposit the color for a longer period of time. Typically between 12-24 shampoos. Demi dyes are good for people who want a more drastic change, though, demi dyes are better for darkening hair rather than lightening it.
I hope this article has helped expand your knowledge of hair and will help you achieve in style hair! Till next time!
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May 16th, 2012 . No Comments »
When I was younger, I thought nothing of stopping in at my local drug store and picking up a bottle of Herbal Essences or Pantene to wash my hair. Lately, I’ve been using Garnier Fructis. I remember when I first tried it, I loved it. It was cheap, smelled nice, and did the basic job of cleansing my hair. Then-my hair starting to fall out (not a LOT, but enough to worry me a little). Since I have really thick hair it didn’t bother me much. After I ran out of that bottle, I switched to using Dr. Ci. Labo and Matrix Biolage and noticed a HUGE difference. Not only had my hair stopped coming out, but these higher end salon products seemed to be much gentler on my hair. Not only that-it left my hair looking and feeling a lot healthier. Does this mean that high end shampoos are better than drug store ones? Not necessarily! There are millions of women and men out there who use drug store hair products and stand by them. I suppose what I mean to say is-everyone is different and everyone’s hair will respond to certain products differently. So really, it’s all up to the individual. However, as for me, I will be sticking to my professional shampoos as my in style choice!
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May 9th, 2012 . No Comments »
Hair serums-you’ve seen them on the shelves of your local store, but have you ever wondered what they were? Hair serums, simply put, is a hair styling product that works to create a smooth and shiny look to hair. People with curly hair can use hair serums to define curls while people with straight hair can use it to make hair even straighter and gives a nice glossy finish. Most hair serums you will find come in a gel or liquid form and are often sold in small quantities.
How to use hair serum:
-Depending on the product itself, serums are generally used on dry hair, however, some serums are formulated specifically for wet hair.
-Apply the serum according- (USE A SMALL AMOUNT!) if it’s on dry hair you can should use the serum before and after heat styling. If it’s on wet, apply only when hair is wet and blow dry.
- Remember! Serums will maintain the gloss and smoothness of the hair until you rinse it out. Enjoy instyle hair!
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May 7th, 2012 . 1 Comment »
We’ve all braided our hair at one time or another. To me at least, braiding my hair into two pigtails is as much of a comfort as wearing sweatpants or an old sweater. Yet, despite how many times I braid, I realized that I really do one type-a “regular” (three sections, one after the other) braid. So, why not try to spice things up a little bit? What with summer coming around and everyone getting ready to hit the beach, why not try an instyle fishtail or fish bone braid?
A fishtail braid is easy and simple to achieve!
Step 1: Separate hair into two large sections.
Step 2: Decide which way you want to braid-either from left to right or vice versa, either way is fine .
Step 3: Take a small section from the outer part of one of the large sections and bring it over the section, toward the middle. Repeat on the opposite section.
Step 4: Continue alternating this weaving pattern till you reach the end of you hair.
Tips
-The skinnier the strand, the most elaborate the braid will look.
-After you are done with braiding, you can take a fine tooth comb and backcomb sections of the braid to create a rougher texture and more volumized looking braid.
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May 4th, 2012 . 1 Comment »
Ever thought about dying your hair? Do you dream of having gorgeous instyle blonde, black, brown, or even red locks? Or are your tastes a little bit more -unorthodox? Unnatural hair color is the current hot trend. From the likes of Lady Gaga to Nicki Minaj and even Katy Perry, the unnatural hair color trend is certainly making it’s way through the celebrity scene like wildfire.
Have you thought about taking the plunge? You can always buy a colored wig or even add colorful clip in streaks to achieve the look without the worry of upkeep or the commitment! Or, if you are truly brave, you can always purchase unusual hair colors like those from Manic Panic or Jerome Russell. Just make sure you strip your hair color before hand (blond is recommended as a base color) to get the color to show most vibrantly!
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April 30th, 2012 . 1 Comment »
I’ve been seeing this stuff lining the shelves of every salon I pass by! Moroccan Oil, with it’s bright blue based logo-ing and simple script, it’s hard not to notice this new instyle brand which seems to have come from nowhere! After doing little research, it seems like this product is being raved about by just about everyone-so I decided to purchase a bottle to try it out.
I got the regular 3.4 oz bottle. It comes in a glass bottle with a screw top. The product itself contains Argan Oil (which is suppose to be really great for your hair and skin-though I don’t recommend using Moroccan oil on your face!!) and silicone. The consistency is thick with a serum like consistency. It’s also yellow colored and smells wonderful (the smell, however, does fade after awhile). I followed the directions and used a small amount throughout damp hair and blow dried it. What I was left with was instyle hair that was smooth, silky and incredibly shiny! This product has definitely earned a permanent spot on my bathroom shelf!
- Purchased Moroccan Oil 3.4 oz bottle for $43 from Amazon
Rating: 5/5
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April 27th, 2012 . No Comments »
Most people are familiar with that nail manicures are. In fact, the very definition of manicure means, “a cosmetic treatment of the hands and/or nails often involving painting, cutting, or shaping the nails”. Considering this, the very phrase “hair manicure” hardly makes sense. In any case, it does exist. So, what exactly is a hair manicure?
A hair manicure is a cosmetic treatment for the hair. Think of it like a deep conditioning treatment that makes your hair shiny and more manageable. It repairs mild damage to the hair and is generally meant to be used to liven up dull hair and give it a nice, glossy finish. It’s primarily done in a salon, although there are home manicure treatments available. There are also different types of manicure formulas. Some are color formulas, however, they are not suppose to be substitute for hair dyes but rather as an enhancer to colored/natural hair or even work as a tint. Be warned though, the color will fade out with each consecutive shampoos! Hair manicures, in essence, are quick and easy ways to have instyle hair!
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April 25th, 2012 . No Comments »
Let’s face it-many people nowadays have an extremely busy lifestyle. For me, with school, work, and a social life it’s hard to find time to spend 1-2 hours styling my hair in the morning, let alone dressing up + makeup. Thankfully, there are a few clever ways to have instyle hair without the hassle of blow drying.
A great way to skip a blowout in the morning is to put styling cream (I always like to use a frizz free formula) in damp/semi dry hair and arrange it in a bun. When you wake up in the morning, release your hair and discover yourself with slightly wavy and smooth hair!
I do this all the time. Even if I do plan on styling my hair with heating tools later on, I find that using this method tames my frizzies and makes my hair a lot more manageable-for when I’m busy or not!
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April 23rd, 2012 . No Comments »
Shampoos come in a whole range of colors. Clear, shimmery, white, amber, -but what makes purple shampoo different?
To put it simply, purple shampoo is shampoo that is tinted purple that works against red, yellow, and orange tones in your hair. In other words-it eliminates brassiness.
While anyone can use purple shampoo, it is perhaps most commonly used by people who are blonde to keep their color pure.
Purple shampoo is relatively inexpensive (ranging from $8 to $20), easy to find, and a great way to keep instyle hair. You can purchase purple shampoo at your local drugstore and specialty beauty stores!
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April 23rd, 2012 . No Comments »
Ever walk into your local drugstore and find yourself strolling down the hair section aisle and find yourself completely aghast at just how many products there are? Serums, creams, hairspray, wax, leave-in-conditioner, dry shampoo, etc; not to mention, that every hair brand seems to carry their own version of said products. It’s enough to make anyone’s head spin. This series of “What is it?” or WHIT will attempt to explain what these various hair products are, what they are used for, why, and where you can find them. Hopefully, this will be helpful to those of us who want instyle hair, but always have trouble choosing between ‘normal’ conditioner or the ‘hydrating’ one.
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