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Easy Updos: How to create a chic hairstyle in minutes!

Posted on: February 10th, 2011 by Beauty Schools Directory No Comments

braided-side-chignonDo you have a special occasion coming up but don’t have the time or the money to do a fancy schmancy hairstyle?  We have a few options for you that we promise will make other party guests want your hair secret…but we won’t tell them it took you five minutes to do!

The Ponytail- While the ponytail is often thought of as a “lazy day” hairstyle or casual, it can complete a fancy look.  A sleek ponytail can really make an impact, especially if you have a lot going on with your outfit and makeup.  What else can you do to make an everyday ponytail a little more chic?  Try wrapping a piece of hair around the elastic band, tease the hair on the crown of your head to give a little more “oomph” or use a small jewel, flower or bauble to dress up the side of the ponytail.

Braids- Whether it’s a long braid down your back or a small braid across the crown of your head, this easy and popular hair trend can add an interesting detail to your formal attire.  Braiding is easy and quick to do and can add a bit of whimsy to an otherwise sophisticated look.

Side bun- Is a regular bun too boring for you?  Move it to the side of your head and see what you think!  Your look can’t get any more elegant than completing it with a sexy side bun.  The trick to getting a look more “Latin lover” than librarian is to not pull the hair on the crown of your head too tight and to allow a few pieces of hair to frame your face.  Add a sparkly bauble or flower to the side of the bun for extra glam.

Half updo- No matter what length of hair you have, a half up half down ‘do looks great.  With this hairstyle you have a lot of options as well- you can curl your hair, wear it straight, or pull the hair back high or low.  If you prefer to wear your hair down but want to be able to show off a great neckline or dangly earrings this is the perfect compromise.

So there you have it.  Four extremely easy hairstyles that literally take minutes to do and don’t even require a curling iron or straightener.  For special occasions, many people don’t realize that you don’t really need a fancy hair style to compete with an elegant dress and dynamic makeup.  So, try out one of our easy hairstyles and enjoy a stress-free evening!

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Five Hair Styling Techniques for Curly Hair

Posted on: August 10th, 2010 by Beauty Schools Directory No Comments

beauty-school-directory-curly-hair1Curly hair can be on tough styling challenge. It frizzes, curls back out when you don’t want it to and fights you every step of the way. The key is to try to work with your curls instead of against them. Use these five curly hairstyles to help manage the frizz and enhance your natural curl.

Straighten it out
It’s no secret that women with curls covet straight hair. But have no fear curly heads, you can straighten your hair with a flat iron and maintain a sleek, straight style all day.

Use a comb to part your hair and divide your locks into several sections. Use a hair claw to keep each section separate. Unclip one section and partition it into smaller sections. Run the flat iron through each partition from root to tip. Repeat for all sections.

Wear it long
The key here is to have enough length to weigh down some of the curls. Ask your hair stylist for a layered style that’s medium to long. Go for layers that are angled back. Use a relaxer if you’re worried about the curls taking over and curling back.

Scrunch for volume
Scrunching is one of the easiest ways to manage wet, curly hair — and makes a great no-fuss look for summer. After towel drying, work a curl-defining cream through your hair near the scalp. Then, scrunch the tips of your hair with a curl-enhancing cream to infuse moisture and refine curls. Lastly, boost volume with a blowdryer using a diffuser attachment to maintain the shape of your style.

Clip it
Creating updos with long, curly hair is more difficult than with straight hair. Curls tend to take up more space and prevent the claw from attaining maximum hold. But there’s an easy fix: Use claws with multiple thin tines instead of those with only five or six thick tines. Secure hair in a low ponytail first for more support.

Embrace bangs
Women with curly hair often avoid bangs, as they require a lot of maintenance. However, bangs are especially stylish. This is particularly true when paired with long, wavy hair. Try thick, long, sidestepped bangs with long layers. These can be flat ironed in seconds, eliminating the hassle of fringe cuts.

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The Top 10 Reasons Women Change Their Hairstyle

Posted on: August 3rd, 2010 by Beauty Schools Directory No Comments

beauty-school-directory-womens-hairstylesWe’ve all done it.  We change our hair for a fresh look.  We change our hair when we break up with a boyfriend.  We change our hair to celebrate an accomplishment.  If you look back at old photos, you can probably associate the phase of your life with the hairstyle you had at the time.

A recent study by British hairstylist Andrew Collinge did a survey of 3,000 women and found that women will most likely change their hairstyle up to 104 times in their lifetime, as well as change their hair color up to three times. Collinge’s study reports that a woman will change her hair twice a year between the ages of 13 and 65. Many of the hairstyles are subtle, not dramatic changes.

However, like all of us have probably experienced at least once in our lives, three quarters of the women in the survey admitted to having a hair change they didn’t like.  So be sure to put in some research as far as what style and color complement your face shape and hair’s natural texture the best before you go for a dramatic change.

Collinge went further with the survey to find out not just how much women change their hair, but why.  Most reasons seemed to correlate with lifestyle changes.

The Top Ten Reasons Women Change Their Hair:

See if you’ve ever been guilty of changing your hair because of one of these situations.

1.    Just for a change
2.    Out of boredom
3.    As a confidence booster
4.    As a result of a breakup
5.    To reinvent oneself
6.    Keep up with fashions and trends
7.    Going gray
8.    In conjunction with a milestone birthday
9.    Either before or after having a child
10. Their wedding

Collinge also found that some trends do remain classic.  His study reported that one of the most popular hairstyles is still the look Jennifer Aniston wore as “Rachel,” on the television series “Friends.” What have you changed your hair for?  A new job?  Lifestyle change? Did Collinge get it right?

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