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Hair Care: All you need to know to protect your hair from color.
Part 2 of 3: Protect hair color and fiber
For all the women who color and highlight their hair, this is for you. We ALL want beautiful hair. There is no beautiful color without healthy, beautiful hair. The healthier the hair, the better it retains color pigments and the more protected it is, the better it will resist damage from external sources. Without SPECIFIC care, hair color inevitably fades away. Highlights become dull and may even change to unsightly tones or brassiness. Aquage Color Protect shampoo contains UVA/UVB sunscreens to prevent fading and environmental damage and helps maintain hair color vibrancy longer. In turn, you will prolong the intensity, brilliance, depth of color as well as hair’s beauty by continually revitalizing its fiber and giving it permanent protection.
Eliminate dandruff and itchy scalp
Most of us have had dandruff at one time or another, especially during the winter season when our scalp tends to be drier. Dandruff results from a visible, massive shedding of dead skin cells from the scalp. It is caused by an accelerated renewal of the epidermis. Instead of taking an average of 28 days, the process speeds up to about 14 days. Dandruff conditions often cause itchiness and discomfort. Using a Tea Tree shampoo will help heal the scalp and eliminates the dry or seborrheic dandruff conditions, as well as purifies the scalp, and calms itchiness.
Tune in next week for Part 3 on learning what you can do to prevent having that "fried" hair nobody wants!
For more beauty tips please visit our site at www.MarBellaHair.com. For more information on any other beauty concern or to schedule an appointment, please feel free to call me at (512) 653-3773.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Sunday, August 23, 2009
All You Need To Know For Healthy, Shiny Hair!
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Hair Care: All you need to know for healthy, shiny hair!
Part 1 of 3.
To create a beautiful hairstyle, hair care is the MOST important step and most people fail to maintain the proper treatment and hygiene of their hair. In today’s trendy and busy environment we are constantly over processing our hair, with chemicals, straightening irons and powerful hair dryers, removing the natural oils from our hair. For healthy hair we need to: brush, shampoo and condition our hair to achieve that ‘salon’ look we all crave for. To counter the damaging effects caused by hair styling always use a high quality shampoo and conditioner to strengthen and nourish your hair and maintain a proper nutritious diet.
Nourish naturally dry hair.
Dry by nature, hair suffers from the lack of sebum from the scalp. Deprived of the natural protection (the hydrolipidic mantel), the cuticle deteriorates with the *external attacks and *climatic excess. The intercellular cement becomes permeable. From evaporation, hair matter loses its moisture balance and becomes dry from within. Hair appears rough, dry, dull difficult to manage. Aquage Silkening Shampoo and Conditioner give softness and luster to hair without weighing it down.
Repair damaged or over processed hair.
Damaged hair becomes coarse, porous, difficult to untangle, breakable… damaged hair is the most fragile. Whatever is the cause of the damage, to nourish it is no longer enough. What is needed is an in-depth restructuring treatment. The ingredients in Aquage Strengthening Shampoo and Conditioner restore damaged hair’s fiber and superficial structures. Hair recovers the appearance, texture and softness of healthy hair.
Check back next week for Part 2 of learning what you need to do to have healthy, shiny hair. In next week’s blog, you will find out about protecting your hair against color, dandruff and itchy scalp.
For more beauty tips please visit our site at www.MarBellaHair.com. For more information on any other beauty concern or to schedule an appointment, please feel free to call me at (512) 653-3773.
Hair Care: All you need to know for healthy, shiny hair!
Part 1 of 3.
To create a beautiful hairstyle, hair care is the MOST important step and most people fail to maintain the proper treatment and hygiene of their hair. In today’s trendy and busy environment we are constantly over processing our hair, with chemicals, straightening irons and powerful hair dryers, removing the natural oils from our hair. For healthy hair we need to: brush, shampoo and condition our hair to achieve that ‘salon’ look we all crave for. To counter the damaging effects caused by hair styling always use a high quality shampoo and conditioner to strengthen and nourish your hair and maintain a proper nutritious diet.
Nourish naturally dry hair.
Dry by nature, hair suffers from the lack of sebum from the scalp. Deprived of the natural protection (the hydrolipidic mantel), the cuticle deteriorates with the *external attacks and *climatic excess. The intercellular cement becomes permeable. From evaporation, hair matter loses its moisture balance and becomes dry from within. Hair appears rough, dry, dull difficult to manage. Aquage Silkening Shampoo and Conditioner give softness and luster to hair without weighing it down.
Repair damaged or over processed hair.
Damaged hair becomes coarse, porous, difficult to untangle, breakable… damaged hair is the most fragile. Whatever is the cause of the damage, to nourish it is no longer enough. What is needed is an in-depth restructuring treatment. The ingredients in Aquage Strengthening Shampoo and Conditioner restore damaged hair’s fiber and superficial structures. Hair recovers the appearance, texture and softness of healthy hair.
Check back next week for Part 2 of learning what you need to do to have healthy, shiny hair. In next week’s blog, you will find out about protecting your hair against color, dandruff and itchy scalp.
For more beauty tips please visit our site at www.MarBellaHair.com. For more information on any other beauty concern or to schedule an appointment, please feel free to call me at (512) 653-3773.
Sunday, August 16, 2009
I can't style my hair like my Hair Dresser! HELP?!
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I can never style my hair they way my stylist does!
If I had a $1 for every time my clients told me this, I would be retired! Without a doubt, this is probably the single biggest challenge that women face every single day. First of all, as a hairstylist I do this every day. Second, styling someone else’s hair is much easier due to the fact I have full use of my arms and can access the difficult areas of your head. That being said, you must be patient and practice. It is highly unlikely that it will come out right the first time or even by the tenth! Practice makes perfect. Ask me how to section your hair, what tools you will need to use, what products are recommended, and how to get to those hard to reach areas. When all else fails, ask me for a blow-dry lesson. This way, you can work through the style under my supervision and guidance and I can show you all the little tricks. Here’s a checklist for creating a great style at home.
Cleanse and condition with professional products. Today’s technology in shampoo and condition is truly remarkable. Depending on your desired style, whether it’s curly, straight, fine or damaged, there is a shampoo and conditioner designed just for you. Aquage hair products has an array of shampoos and conditioners that will suite every hair texture.
Remove excess moisture. Apply proper styling products and use the correct amount. All too often, products are over used. More doesn’t always mean better!
Choose your desired tools. Whatever brush that works best for you is the right tool! Clients often get hair tangled around a round brush. Don’t be frustrated. Sometimes it can be solved by changing the type of brush you use. There are vent and paddle brushes with various styles and materials used ranging from metal, ceramic, bore bristle, plastic, nylon etc. All have their pros and cons. When choosing a particular style, look at bristle pattern, length, density and firmness.
Remember to section off your hair when styling and use a clip to section away hair that you are not styling. Your section should never be wider or longer than the brush as this often leads to tangling. ***Tip*** If you have a particularly difficult growth patterns or fringe section, start in these areas because if left to air dry by itself, they can be much more challenging to style into the desired finish.
After blow dry is complete, use any recommended pastes, pomades, silicones or sprays. Again, watch product usage as too much of these products can leave hair looking greasy, heavy, and flat.
For more beauty tips please visit our site at www.MarBellaHair.com. For more information on any other beauty concern or to schedule an appointment, please feel free to call me at (512) 653-3773.
I can never style my hair they way my stylist does!
If I had a $1 for every time my clients told me this, I would be retired! Without a doubt, this is probably the single biggest challenge that women face every single day. First of all, as a hairstylist I do this every day. Second, styling someone else’s hair is much easier due to the fact I have full use of my arms and can access the difficult areas of your head. That being said, you must be patient and practice. It is highly unlikely that it will come out right the first time or even by the tenth! Practice makes perfect. Ask me how to section your hair, what tools you will need to use, what products are recommended, and how to get to those hard to reach areas. When all else fails, ask me for a blow-dry lesson. This way, you can work through the style under my supervision and guidance and I can show you all the little tricks. Here’s a checklist for creating a great style at home.
Cleanse and condition with professional products. Today’s technology in shampoo and condition is truly remarkable. Depending on your desired style, whether it’s curly, straight, fine or damaged, there is a shampoo and conditioner designed just for you. Aquage hair products has an array of shampoos and conditioners that will suite every hair texture.
Remove excess moisture. Apply proper styling products and use the correct amount. All too often, products are over used. More doesn’t always mean better!
Choose your desired tools. Whatever brush that works best for you is the right tool! Clients often get hair tangled around a round brush. Don’t be frustrated. Sometimes it can be solved by changing the type of brush you use. There are vent and paddle brushes with various styles and materials used ranging from metal, ceramic, bore bristle, plastic, nylon etc. All have their pros and cons. When choosing a particular style, look at bristle pattern, length, density and firmness.
Remember to section off your hair when styling and use a clip to section away hair that you are not styling. Your section should never be wider or longer than the brush as this often leads to tangling. ***Tip*** If you have a particularly difficult growth patterns or fringe section, start in these areas because if left to air dry by itself, they can be much more challenging to style into the desired finish.
After blow dry is complete, use any recommended pastes, pomades, silicones or sprays. Again, watch product usage as too much of these products can leave hair looking greasy, heavy, and flat.
For more beauty tips please visit our site at www.MarBellaHair.com. For more information on any other beauty concern or to schedule an appointment, please feel free to call me at (512) 653-3773.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Hair Color TLC at Home!
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Treat your hair color to some TLC at home!!
In this down economy we still want our locks to look great. Here are some tips for you ladies who color your hair to help your color last and keep it looking just as great six weeks later!
After coloring, wait 48 hours before shampooing your hair-this allows the hair’s cuticle to seal thoroughly, “trapping” the color molecules, which prevent fading.
Shampoo daily with a gentle formula designed for color-treated hair. I suggest Aquage “Hydrating Shampoo” which contains a color protector. Rinse immediately with LUKEWARM water. (Hot water causes color to fade.) If you’re blonde, switch to a clarifying shampoo once a week to remove chlorine or hard-water minerals that can cause your hair to look dull or take on a greenish cast.
Follow with a rich conditioner, also designed for color-treated strands like Aquage “Hydrating Balm”. Concentrate the application to the end of the hair, avoiding root area. Rinse thoroughly after 3 min. with WARM water, NOT HOT. Then step away. Don’t let the water continue to saturate your conditioned hair.
Once a week, apply a deep-conditioning mask to damp, towel dried hair. I’ve found that Zerran’s Omni-Pak works very well. Make sure there is no dripping water so that you allow the deep conditioner to penetrate your hair. Remain in shower-the steam will help the product penetrate. Even better-cover moisturized strands with a plastic cap. Rinse after 10 min. and VOILA, beautiful hair color that lasts!
For more beauty tips please visit our site at www.MarBellaHair.com. For more information on this or any other beauty concern or to schedule an appointment, please feel free to call me at (512) 653-3773.
Treat your hair color to some TLC at home!!
In this down economy we still want our locks to look great. Here are some tips for you ladies who color your hair to help your color last and keep it looking just as great six weeks later!
After coloring, wait 48 hours before shampooing your hair-this allows the hair’s cuticle to seal thoroughly, “trapping” the color molecules, which prevent fading.
Shampoo daily with a gentle formula designed for color-treated hair. I suggest Aquage “Hydrating Shampoo” which contains a color protector. Rinse immediately with LUKEWARM water. (Hot water causes color to fade.) If you’re blonde, switch to a clarifying shampoo once a week to remove chlorine or hard-water minerals that can cause your hair to look dull or take on a greenish cast.
Follow with a rich conditioner, also designed for color-treated strands like Aquage “Hydrating Balm”. Concentrate the application to the end of the hair, avoiding root area. Rinse thoroughly after 3 min. with WARM water, NOT HOT. Then step away. Don’t let the water continue to saturate your conditioned hair.
Once a week, apply a deep-conditioning mask to damp, towel dried hair. I’ve found that Zerran’s Omni-Pak works very well. Make sure there is no dripping water so that you allow the deep conditioner to penetrate your hair. Remain in shower-the steam will help the product penetrate. Even better-cover moisturized strands with a plastic cap. Rinse after 10 min. and VOILA, beautiful hair color that lasts!
For more beauty tips please visit our site at www.MarBellaHair.com. For more information on this or any other beauty concern or to schedule an appointment, please feel free to call me at (512) 653-3773.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
My Hair is Falling Out? How Much Is Too Much?
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This question was posed to me by one of my clients. Actually, many of my clients ask this question. Here is the answer! Hair loss is typically normal, especially in the fall months. Why?
Everyone loses between 50 and 150 strands a day, depending on how much hair you have, your age and your hair's growth cycle. People with fine hair tend to have more of it and therefore will lose more of it than their thicker-haired women. Your hair also thins as you get older, particularly after menopause for women.
Here are common causes of thinning and hair loss.
1. Seasonality. You'll lose the most hair in the fall -- typically November and December when hair reaches maturity in its growth cycle.
2. Diet. Hair loss can occur through poor dieting. Iron deficiency may be the cause. Check your levels with your doctor and take a supplement if it is low.
3. Aging. As we get older, follicles shrink, producing skinnier, shorter strands; then the follicles start to die off. That rate and the extent of that process is a matter of genetics.
4. Pregnancy. Some women experience hair loss with pregnancy or as part of post-pregnancy hormonal changes. Other women experience hair loss when going on or off (usually off) the birth control pill.
5. Illness or intense stress. Sometimes hair loss occurs as a result of illness. Stress, excessive weight loss, iron deficiency and thyroid problems can also cause hair loss.If you're really worried, ask your doctor, however, experts say you really only need to worry if your part is getting wider or you can see your scalp through your hair.
Keep in mind that extra long hair will always seem like there is more lost, but in fact it is the length that makes it seem that way.
For more beauty tips please visit our site at www.MarBellaHair.com. For more information on this or any other beauty concern please feel free to call me at (512) 653-3773.
This question was posed to me by one of my clients. Actually, many of my clients ask this question. Here is the answer! Hair loss is typically normal, especially in the fall months. Why?
Everyone loses between 50 and 150 strands a day, depending on how much hair you have, your age and your hair's growth cycle. People with fine hair tend to have more of it and therefore will lose more of it than their thicker-haired women. Your hair also thins as you get older, particularly after menopause for women.
Here are common causes of thinning and hair loss.
1. Seasonality. You'll lose the most hair in the fall -- typically November and December when hair reaches maturity in its growth cycle.
2. Diet. Hair loss can occur through poor dieting. Iron deficiency may be the cause. Check your levels with your doctor and take a supplement if it is low.
3. Aging. As we get older, follicles shrink, producing skinnier, shorter strands; then the follicles start to die off. That rate and the extent of that process is a matter of genetics.
4. Pregnancy. Some women experience hair loss with pregnancy or as part of post-pregnancy hormonal changes. Other women experience hair loss when going on or off (usually off) the birth control pill.
5. Illness or intense stress. Sometimes hair loss occurs as a result of illness. Stress, excessive weight loss, iron deficiency and thyroid problems can also cause hair loss.If you're really worried, ask your doctor, however, experts say you really only need to worry if your part is getting wider or you can see your scalp through your hair.
Keep in mind that extra long hair will always seem like there is more lost, but in fact it is the length that makes it seem that way.
For more beauty tips please visit our site at www.MarBellaHair.com. For more information on this or any other beauty concern please feel free to call me at (512) 653-3773.
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