Saturday 1 December 2012
Thursday 29 November 2012
Your Hair Style Insperation
There's no excuse for a bad hair day! Whatever your hair colour, length, cut or texture, we've got the perfect style for you.
- Add waves to long glossy locks, and keep them off your face with a simple halo braid. Our Best Sold Product for Wavey Hair is Goldwell Style Sign Crystal Turn Gel Wax.
- Gently back-comb your hair at the roots and sweep back the front section, adding soft waves to soften the look. Loréal Play Ball Pearl Whip a vanilla-pineapple fragranced styling product which helps you get amazing anti-frizz effect for ultimate control. Play Ball Pearl Whip is a rich cream that offers soft definition and a pearly finish.
- Give pigtails a sophisticated twist with two twisted halo braids and an ultra-slick finish. Sofn’free Herbal Oil Moisturiser provides intense moisture to help reduce breakage and provide a healthy sheen.
- Give Rapunzel a run for her money with ultra-long glossy waves. This has the most gorgeous hairever: if you're blessed with full hair, pin two front sections back for a chic finish. KMS SilkSheen Styling Creme has a unique lightweight formula that will leave your hair with a natural, product free finish. Designed to calm frizz and add a long lasting healthy shine, this crème is perfect for creating gorgeous styles.
These round-up of the hottest new catwalk and celebrity styles, pick your favourite and follow our top tips to get the look at home.
These round-up of the hottest new catwalk and celebrity styles, pick your favourite and follow our top tips to get the look at home.
Tuesday 30 October 2012
KeraCare, Black women do love health and beauty as every other woman!
Nice to see dark skinned beauty lovers getting a look in, in such a high profile glossy!I hope this will be the first of many similar features! It's about time that Women of Color made a significant appearance in Glamour world. we've got the best hair products for a flawless finish for Afro-Caribbean hair.
KeraCare 1st Lather Shampoo deep cleans hair and is designed for use prior to a conditioning shampoo. Beautifully prepares hair for a second sudsing with a conditioning shampoo.
DO be Afro-fabulous with a high-rise hairstyle like the gorgeous, Her hair seems to grow bigger every time we see her... And we like it. Love her tight shining long curls. we are biracial. How can you get my locks to look so shiny, healthy smooth? Our answer is Keracare, finest products combined wit science and nature to make your hair more shiny, beautiful and perfect for all occasion.
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Sunday 28 October 2012
New Hair Colour Effects by The Glamour Shop
Hair color is very important because it can help enhance facial features as well as hairstyle. Find out which color suits you best from the 2012 hair color trends.
Hair color is a great and easy way to transform a person's look without changing hairstyle or hair length. The cosmetic industry has made it very easy for women nowadays to change their hair color in virtually minutes. You can go from one color to another whenever you feel the need of a change of appearance.
'We love color we love Magic Colour Ranges. Its vibrant shades are perfect for transforming any glam look, creating maximum impact. Make a statement and show your true colours.' Glam, Shine Irresistible......
MagiColor Permanent Hair Dyeing Cream Color with Regenerating Properties of Vitamins for Hair.
Vitamin A + B3 + C Prevent hair damaged from harsh chemical, a line of products that combine the best between nature and science. Maximum respect to your hair and scalp.
Blonde tresses were always considered to be sexy and attractive, probably due to the fact that most of the sex symbols of the past and present were blonds. Blonde hair exudes warmth and exoticism, which makes blonde hair color one of the most popular hair colors of all. There are a variety of blonde shades available to suit most types of complexions. Celebrities seem to have fallen for this hair color as more and more celebrities are dyeing their gorgeous tresses blonde. From platinum blonde to strawberry blonde, they all look great.
Brown Hair is one of the most common colors because it matches almost all complexion types. There are several shades available from light brown to dark brown hair color to choose from in order to match all preferences. Brow hair color can soften a person's appearance because of the warmth the color exudes.
"Sleeping Beauty woke up in the fifties, when locks were as glamorous as the frocks"
Red Hair Color
Red hair always seemed to express innocence, but still had a certain mystery attached to it. There are so many red hair colors available, from intense red hair to orange red hair. Red is the best hair color for fair skin, as it enhances facial features, making them appear soft and make skin glow. Since there are so many red colours available it makes the process of finding the right color easier because of the wider range of colors.
" Sleeping Beauty woke up in the boho seventies, when parties were wild but hair was relaxed."
Black hair always looked good on fair as well as on tanned skin. This is a hair color which definitely brings out the eye color and doesn't suit everyone. It enhances certain complexions but it can also make other complexions appear dull, pale and lifeless. If the color matches the complexion, it will help create a very sexy and mysterious look, a look most women can appeal to.
Choose the right color for your skin type and the tone of color which appeals to you most and you will definitely look stylish.
These colors will never go out of style because they are basic colors, the only thing that will change are the shades. Choose the one which suits you best and you will definitely be admired.
Saturday 25 August 2012
Mizani Thermasmooth System
Mizani Thermasmooth System
Do you love to straighten your hair but are tired of the damaging methods available to achieve it? Well Mizani has an option for you. Mizani Thermasmooth line of shampoo, conditioner and styling products work in synergy to not only straighten but also “repair, protect and smooth” hair. With Mizani’s exclusive C3 Smoothing Complex of Coconut Oil, Ceramides (natural lipids known for sustaining healthy skin) and Cationic Polymers (aid in silkening and smoothing of hair). “Thermasmooth provides weightless protection for long-lasting, frizz-free, smooth style – ideal for use on natural, excessively curly hair to hair that is relaxed and or color treated.”
Mizani touts the Thermasmooth system as perfect for:
- Natural/ color-treated hair “for a relaxed look without harsh chemicals”
- Transitioning hair- those growing out relaxers
- Relaxed hair- to extend time in between touchups
- A good alternative to the press and curl
I have very coarse type 4B hair in the front and crown and a more curly texture in the back. I have always used extra strength relaxers on my hair because it is highly resistant. I like to extend my touchups beyond the usual 6-8 weeks to 10 weeks to avoid over processing (hope I’m not doing more harm than good by doing this) and hoped Thermasmooth would help me when I’m somewhere around 8 weeks out and looking to regain a little manageability. I purchased the entire system and all the tools and also followed the salon instructions to a tee to ensure the best results. I have to admit that I had my misgivings about all the raving about the line but I was pleasantly surprised to find out all the hoopla was much deserved.
Step 1: Thermasmooth Shampoo
Mizani describes their Thermasmooth Shampoo as “a creamy, conditioning shampoo that thoroughly cleanses the hair in preparation for the smoothing process. The advance C3 smoothing Complex deposits pure, nourishing coconut oil to help moisturize and detangle dry and brittle hair.” I shampooed and rinsed twice with tepid water as suggested. The shampoo is thick and rich and smells heavenly. It lathers up nicely and doesn’t leave your hair feeling dry or stripped. Is it a great detangler? No, not really I find that the old fashioned Creme of Nature is the better detangler.
Mizani describes their Thermasmooth Shampoo as “a creamy, conditioning shampoo that thoroughly cleanses the hair in preparation for the smoothing process. The advance C3 smoothing Complex deposits pure, nourishing coconut oil to help moisturize and detangle dry and brittle hair.” I shampooed and rinsed twice with tepid water as suggested. The shampoo is thick and rich and smells heavenly. It lathers up nicely and doesn’t leave your hair feeling dry or stripped. Is it a great detangler? No, not really I find that the old fashioned Creme of Nature is the better detangler.
Step 2: Thermasmooth Conditioner
Mizani desscribes their Thermasmooth Conditioner as “a luxurious, cream conditioner that softens and smooths the hair cuticle for optimal manageability and shine prior to thermal styling. The advance C3 Smoothing Complex reinforces with inner cellular fortifying ceramide to help preserve elasticity and protect hair from thermal styling damage.” The conditioner is creamy and rich much like the shampoo and also has the wonderful coconut fragrance. I applied it generously from root to tip, combed it through with a wide-toothed comb, covered my hair with a plastic cap and sat under my hood dryer for about 10 minutes. After that rinsed with more tepid water. My hair felt nice a little smoother than usual.
Mizani desscribes their Thermasmooth Conditioner as “a luxurious, cream conditioner that softens and smooths the hair cuticle for optimal manageability and shine prior to thermal styling. The advance C3 Smoothing Complex reinforces with inner cellular fortifying ceramide to help preserve elasticity and protect hair from thermal styling damage.” The conditioner is creamy and rich much like the shampoo and also has the wonderful coconut fragrance. I applied it generously from root to tip, combed it through with a wide-toothed comb, covered my hair with a plastic cap and sat under my hood dryer for about 10 minutes. After that rinsed with more tepid water. My hair felt nice a little smoother than usual.
Step 3: Thermasmooth Smooth Guard Smoothing Serum
Mizani describes the Smooth Guard Smoothing Serum as a “lightweight, leave-in thermal protecting serum buffers against heat styling damage and facilitates the use of heat tools by providing extra glide for easier manageability. The advance C3 Smoothing Complex with cationic polymers is designed to shield and polish while hair is being smoothed.” Before applying the Smooth Guard Serum I towel blotted my hair to remove excess water then applied the Smooth Guard from root to tip as evenly as I could and sat under the dryer a bit to get it a little dry before blow drying. I hate blow drying my hair sopping wet plus I think it makes you have to expose it to more heat which could equal more damage. I sectioned my hair and applied a little more Smooth Guard to each section before I blow dried my hair using a nozzle dryer with a concentrator and a paddle brush Mizani recommends a dryer with Ion technology. The result was softness without feeling residue from the serum which is really nice because who doesn’t want touchable hair? What I really like about this serum is that it has good slip but it doesn’t just sit on the surface of your hair it penetrates in quite nicely and just like the rest of the line has the great coconut fragrance.
Mizani describes the Smooth Guard Smoothing Serum as a “lightweight, leave-in thermal protecting serum buffers against heat styling damage and facilitates the use of heat tools by providing extra glide for easier manageability. The advance C3 Smoothing Complex with cationic polymers is designed to shield and polish while hair is being smoothed.” Before applying the Smooth Guard Serum I towel blotted my hair to remove excess water then applied the Smooth Guard from root to tip as evenly as I could and sat under the dryer a bit to get it a little dry before blow drying. I hate blow drying my hair sopping wet plus I think it makes you have to expose it to more heat which could equal more damage. I sectioned my hair and applied a little more Smooth Guard to each section before I blow dried my hair using a nozzle dryer with a concentrator and a paddle brush Mizani recommends a dryer with Ion technology. The result was softness without feeling residue from the serum which is really nice because who doesn’t want touchable hair? What I really like about this serum is that it has good slip but it doesn’t just sit on the surface of your hair it penetrates in quite nicely and just like the rest of the line has the great coconut fragrance.
Step 4: Thermasmooth Shine Extend Anti-Humidity Spritz
Mizani describes the Shine Extend Anti-Humidity Spritz as a “high shine finishing spritz polishes and locks in shine while lightly shielding the hair to resist humidity. Formulated with an easy comb, light hold to help retain style memory.” I sprayed this over my entire head and then on each sectioned piece before I used a flatiron. Mizani recommends using a Tourmaline (technology) flat iron. As far as providing anti-humidity protection I can’t say I really got that out of the product. Parts of my hair are somewhat porous making it a sponge for the least bit of humidity in the air. So if your is humidity prone you may want to use a backup spray to get a little more protection.
Mizani describes the Shine Extend Anti-Humidity Spritz as a “high shine finishing spritz polishes and locks in shine while lightly shielding the hair to resist humidity. Formulated with an easy comb, light hold to help retain style memory.” I sprayed this over my entire head and then on each sectioned piece before I used a flatiron. Mizani recommends using a Tourmaline (technology) flat iron. As far as providing anti-humidity protection I can’t say I really got that out of the product. Parts of my hair are somewhat porous making it a sponge for the least bit of humidity in the air. So if your is humidity prone you may want to use a backup spray to get a little more protection.
The Thermasmooth system does replicate getting a relaxer but unfortunately doesn’t last as long. They say your results should last about two weeks but I seem to get a good weeks worth out of it before my roots continue to grow or just plain ole revert. Maybe those of you with less coarse hair texture may be able to maintain straight roots for two weeks. Best results are attained with hair that needs a relaxer I tried it the system once before before I really needed a relaxer and the results were not as impressive. I use the the serum and spray with the shampoo and conditioner and get nice results as well. But overall I say go and get it! It adds shine, manageability, smoothness and a great smell to your hair.
Saturday 18 August 2012
Kleral Argan Oil Hair Care
Garden party Glam: With temperatures rising it;s important to choose the right look for all occasions. Whether it's perfecting your poolside panache or bringing the beauty to all those outdoor parties, The Glamour Shop have the style to make sure you sizzle this summer! Let the sun Shine!
Tips 1: Be bold with your look and don't be afraid of color, it is summer after all.
Tips 2: Be Poolside Princess, The key to this look is simple hair, gorgeous eyes and lots of contouring.
Looking Fabulous for summer and beyond, Your Hair Matters.....
Kleral Argan Oil is a luxury hair care range that features products that contain Organic argan oil. Argan oil is made from the nuts of the Moroccan argan tree, and is rich in vitamins E, F, C, and A, as well as omega 9, essential fatty acids and natural organic squalene to seal, protect, and nourish hair.
In addition to nourishing and protecting hair, the products can also help with psoriasis and eczema, reduce inflammation, and soothe and condition the scalp.
1. Keep it Clean: Wasing Removes product build-up and enables the hair to move freely. Use a mild, moisture infusing shampoo to wash ever fortnight only, as frequent washing reduces the life-span of the hair. Why not try Kleral Argan Oil Reparing and Hydrating Shampoo, £4.99.
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2. Conditioning is the most important part in caring for your hair. Retian that fresh look by deep conditioning the hair after every wash. Buy the best and be prepared to conditon for longer. Leave in conditioner for weekly use also a must. We love Kleral Argan Oil Hydrating Restructuring Mask, £8.99.
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Kleral Argan Oil Hydrating Restructuring Mask
3. Smooth Operator: Keep your hair smooth and controlled by investing in good quality Conditioning Oil (With Argan Oil). this Coats the hair with protective layer and reduce damage from daily wear. A Small amount of oil or anti-frizz gloss is also recommended Our Favorite Kleral Conditioning Argan Oil, £9.99
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Treat your hair nicely and it will return the favour. Always handle the hair with care. Comb with wide toothed comb or brush a maximum of three times per day or fingure comb.
Sunday 12 August 2012
Organic Root Olive Oil No-Lye Relaxer Kit
Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil Built-In Protection NoLye Relaxer System is a revolutionary system that utilizes Olive Oil to protect the hair from damage during the relaxer process! Olive Oil, known as healing elixir for years, is rich in essential fatty acids that impart moisture directly into the scalp and hair shaft. The system provides continuous protection while straightening and providing long-lasting shine.
Now Available at The Glamour Shop Only £3.99
Tips:
Do not apply relaxer directly to scalp. If relaxer comes into contact with skin, wipe off immediately using a damp cloth.
How to Bleach Your Hair Platinum Blonde
Right now you may be a raven black brunette, but may wish to be a new born chic blonde. We will help you become a platinum blonde just at home.
1. Pour 3 ounces of creme developer into plastic mixing bowl along with 2 scoops of bleaching powder in a room with windows. This stuff is not healthy to breathe in a closed up room!
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1. Pour 3 ounces of creme developer into plastic mixing bowl along with 2 scoops of bleaching powder in a room with windows. This stuff is not healthy to breathe in a closed up room!
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2. Put on your Goggles! Never forget the goggles, unless you have eyeglasses, then add tape around them to protect your eyes.
3. Commence mixing the bleach and developer mixture.
4. Part your hair in 4 sections. Start at the back and DO NOT start at your roots or else you will come out with lighter roots and darker ends.
5. Add bleach all over your head, keeping 1 1/2 inches away from your roots initially. After you have finished the rest of your hair, apply the bleach mix to your roots, being careful not to massage it into your scalp too much.
6. Put the clear or white plastic bag over your hair (make sure it's not covering your face, but is over all of your hair) then tie it at the nape of your neck making sure all of your hair is tucked underneath the bag. a grocery bag is fine, but make sure the side with printing on it is NOT against your head, or you will wind up with the color of the print processed into your hair a bit. whoops!
7. Leave it like this for up to 60 minutes. Set a timer for 60 minutes (1 hour) so you will be sure.
8. Wash out with a PH neutralizing shampoo this will stop any further acidic or basic chemical reactions from occurring on your head. This will formally end the bleaching process. You MUST wash this out completely.
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9. If your hair is not as light as you want at this point, then towel-dry it. then use a really great protein treatment to strengthen your hair like Aphogee (look it up. This takes a few hours to harden and about half an hour to wash out, so you must allow time to do it properly if you choose it.)
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10. Once you have used a protein treatment after that it's all set, completely rinsed out, and towel dried, then you must use a deep conditioning treatment so that your hair is conditioned as well.
11. Wait one week or more and then repeat the bleaching tips up to this point do that until your hair is a light yellowish color with little to no orange it in. This shouldn't take more than one or two more processings, even for the darkest hair. In fact, if you suspect it will, It is highly recommended that you go to a professional hairdresser. Always wait at least a week between hair treatments!
12. Once you have reached the light yellowish color shampoo with the pH balancing shampoo, it is time to tone your hair to a respectable platinum shade with a toner that will counterbalance any brassy tones (i.e. make it not yellow.) Make sure not to protein treat or condition your hair!
13. Put goggles on...After 24hrs. or more, mix toner in plastic container with 30 volume crème developer (read directions on toner). Depending on how golden or platinum you want to be, add drops of Ardell's "Lock in Blonde". The more you add, the more golden blonde your hair will be. If you pass this, that's fine. Your hair will not be as crispy blonde. It's suggested to add about 18 drops to give your hair a bit of color/golden platinum enhancement.
14. After 40 minutes,(read directions on toner) wash, condition and dry.
15. To repeat- Do not bleach or dye your hair for more than an hour at at a time and always leave a week or two in between for processing time for your hair and scalp to heal. Otherwise, your hair will be damaged, dull, frizzy. Hair will become brittle and tend to break and there's a possibility your head will be covered in scabs. Always condition in between! Be patient.
Tips:
- Condition, Condition, Condition, Condition.
- I would also buy a hair serum/polisher to add to my dry blond hair.
- Try using "Fantasia IC" hair polisher. It costs around 5 dollars at any
Walgreens, Sally's Beauty Supply, or Ricky's. It will make your hair look gorgeous!
- Also, buy another hair dye, a darker one, or the same as your previous hair colour. That way, if it turns out bad, you can return to the same color. However, you should not process your hair with more chemicals, including dye, for at least 24 hours after bleaching.
Warning:
- Wear Goggles or you risk going blind!
- Do not let the bleach get onto bare skin or clothing.
- Do not contact with eyes.
- Never use a metal clip or a metal mixing bowl!
- Use gloves!
- Bleaching hair with reddish tones will turn orange.
- Don't use chlorine bleach to color hair. The term "bleach" refers to hair bleach which can be purchased from beauty supply stores.
- On natural black hair, it is more likely to turn out the color you prefer easier than unnaturalblack hair. If your hair is dyed black unnaturally, then you have to wait a little longer till you can bleach again. Or else the color will turn out the same color you dyed before the black. If you have dyed black hair, a colour remover like Colour Oops can be less damaging than bleaching it out.
- Doing this too often may damage your hair.
- If done wrong, it may turn your hair an orange color. You can remove the orange tone with a toner which can be purchased from beauty supply stores. (A toner tones down the orange or yellow so it can look more natural).
- Any bleach massaged in your scalp will most likely result in chemical burns, which are little scabs that not only are gross, but hurt! They are easy to get if you over process without giving your scalp a chance to breathe and heal!
- Do not leave the bleach mix on for over an hour! You will get chemical burns and your hair will be destroyed!
- If you breathe in too much bleach while applying it to your hair, and start feeling nausea, call a doctor right away.
Things you will need:
- Kleral Bleaching Powder. This is the best one to use on dark hair.
- Kleral Permanent Color in Blonde (7.0).
- Kleral 30 Volume Crème Developer. It has to be the creamy white one, not the clear liquid one.
- Hair coloring brush. It's a plastic 2 inch wide paint brush to dip and spread the bleach on your hair. Easily found at Sally's.
- Hair blow Dryer
- Protective Eye Goggles
- Loreal Blonde Shampoo for blonde and silver hair. It's basically a purple shampoo to tone your hair. Get a regular deep conditioner too like Loreal Professional.
- Plastic or glass mixing bowl. NO METAL mixing bowls!
- Clear or white grocery bag. It can't be a color bag or else your hair will take the color of the bag.
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