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Before Bed, Prepare the Head

Girl with curly blonde hair

Date posted: July 22, 2010

Posted in: Styling Tips

Brush your hair at night and make sure your style is in place before you go to sleep. For long, straight hair, try a tight pony. For loose, wavy hair, “Princess Leia twists” will get the job done.

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Eyebrows to Dye For

perfect eyebrows

Date posted: July 21, 2010

Posted in: Styling Tips

Don’t raise eyebrows! Make sure you dye your eyebrows to match your hair. Banish the gray everywhere – not just on your head.

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It’s All In the Image

Girl posing on city rooftop

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Posted in: Styling Tips

Let your hair do some talking when searching for a job. Pull back long hair and make sure your style is keeping with the image you are trying to convey. Remember, if you can’t control your hair, it is going to seem like you can’t control the business.

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Don’t Pull Back

Hair being pulled into a ponytail

Date posted: July 20, 2010

Posted in: Styling Tips

If you’ve had any kind of chemical treatment in your hair, avoid tight headbands – especially rubber ones – because they will cause your hair to break.

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The Blow Out Stretch

Girl blowing out her hair

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Posted in: Styling Tips

Need to keep your hair fresh without getting a blow out two days in a row? Try sleeping on a silk or satin pillowcase and make sure the room stays cool to avoid sweating. Also, pull your hair back in a loose ponytail to keep it in place.

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When You Do it Up, Don’t Be Too Clean

Hair in a messy bun

Date posted: July 19, 2010

Posted in: Styling Tips

Never up-do with hair that’s been washed and blown that day. “Less clean” hair is more cooperative than “more clean” and will stay in place more effectively.

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Lemon Zest

lemon slices

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Posted in: Styling Tips

Looking to lighten up in the summer? Try squeezing a lemon into some water. Spray a modest amount onto your hair and watch the sun bring out your natural highlights. CAUTION: If you just spent a fortune on your hair, don’t mess with your color!

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Run for Cover

umbrella blocking the sun

Date posted: July 18, 2010

Posted in: Styling Tips

Just like mother always told you, wear a hat! To keep your color from fading, avoid direct sunlight and maybe even use a product loaded with a sunscreen for hair.

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The Taming of the Do

Hair being touched-up by stylist

Date posted: July 17, 2010

Posted in: Styling Tips

Give your frizzy hair the conditional love it deserves. When humidity makes your hair wild, try skipping the shampoo and washing it with conditioner alone. Depending on your hair type, you might want to leave a little in for a tamer look.

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Wet the Sponge Before You Plunge

Girl diving into a pool

Date posted: July 16, 2010

Posted in: Styling Tips

Don’t forget to pre-soak your hair, completely saturating each strand before swimming to protect it from chlorine and salt water. Jump in with an already-wet head to prevent your hair from absorbing chemicals you want to avoid.

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