Hair

Published April 12th, 2021

Some people already know what makes a French braid different from a Dutch braid. Braids are the easiest way to change your whole look and amp up your style while maintaining an effortlessly gorgeous look. Braids are great statement pieces that are wearable on any occasion, regardless of their formality. If you are new to braids, you may have heard of a Dutch braid and a French braid. To better understand these two braid styles, let’s compare the  French vs. Dutch braid differences.

French Braid VS Dutch Braids

French Braids

French braids are the second most well-known hair braid styles right next to the classic three-strand braid. French braids are similar to the standard three-strand braid but with an added third strand. These braids start at your head’s crown, nearest to the scalp, then gradually go down to your nape. Doing a french braid requires you to follow a pattern where the left strand crosses over the middle strand, then the right strand crosses over that strand. 

Repeat this action as you go down the back of your head while gradually adding a piece of hair each time you cross a strand of hair over the middle. Once you reach the nape of your neck and have no more hair to add to the strands, you can continue doing a regular braid from there. This look gives you an elegant yet fun look that remains effortless, other than the patience in creating the braid itself.

Published April 12th, 2021

People may express who they are through their unique style and fashion sense. Over the years, our hair and how we style it have significantly affected our looks. Fashion is not just about the outfits anymore; it is about expressing our personality through visual presentation. As the fashion world evolves, people continue to find new ways to style their hair. Braids have been a staple in hairstyling as there are numerous ways to do them. The styles may vary depending on the occasion’s formality, making it more interesting to learn them. 

Whether you’re going out for a night with friends or to a fancy work dinner party, styling braids are easy to adjust to better match the theme of the occasion. Braids can rearrange your whole outfit as it gives a more put-together and effortless look. Several factors such as texture, length, density, and hair volume contribute to how well different hairstyles will look. These factors need consideration when deciding what type of braid best suits you. Some can get a bit difficult, so make sure that you can follow the instructions in creating the braids to gain better results. If not done correctly, braids can be too flimsy, which can break easily and make your hair look messy. More complicated types of braids may require a professional hairdresser, but you can also learn them at home.

Different Braiding Styles

3-Strand/Classic

This hairstyle is the most commonly known type of braid. It is perfect for any kind of hair and is easy to execute even a child can do it. The classic 3-strand braid is done by dividing the hair into three sections then putting one side over the middle, followed by the other side over the middle section. This sequence will repeat until the ends of the hair meet or until the desired length is met. It is put in place using a clip, a hair tie, or any other hair accessory. 

French 

The french braid, also known as the dutch braid, is similar to the classic 3-strand braid style. This style also follows the alternating pattern of the 3-strand braid but begins at the scalp. This style also requires three sections but adds more hair from one side to each hair placed over the middle part. This technique allows the braid to be attached to the head rather than dangling from the base. This style acquires more effort and time, but the results do make up for it.

Fishtail

The fishtail braid is a hairstyle that can become enduring. It results in a simple yet pretty look that comes from patience and effort. The style begins by dividing the hair into two sections. Take a small amount of hair from underneath one area, bring it with the opposite, and pull tight to keep the braid sturdy. Repeat this with the other side until you get the desired length of braid you wish. Tie it with a rubber band or a ribbon, whatever your choice is.

Plait

Plait style braids are similar to the standard 3-strand braids as it involves sectioning the hair into different portions. The only difference with this style is that you may divide the hair into more than three sections to braid. This makes the plaited style more complicated than the 3-strand as the alternate crossing of hair strands can get confusing. The more sections of hair there is, the harder it is to remember which strand has already crossed over. It is best to have a professional artist do this style to avoid a chunky braid.

Rope

The rope style is also known as a twist. This braid style is one of the most straightforward techniques to do as it only uses two sections. Twist each section of the hair in opposite directions, one to the right and one to the left. After twisting, bring the two sections together and wrap them around one another. The individual twisting of the strands will help keep the braid in place. This easy technique is doable by anyone regardless of age and how advanced their knowledge is in styling hair.

Published April 5, 2021

If you ever had your hair bleached or colored, at some point, you may have regretted it and decided you want to change it back to your natural hair color. It’s safe to say that almost everyone with colored/bleached hair has experienced this feeling of regret. Trying to get your hair back to its natural color after bleaching or highlighting can get complicated. Going back to your natural hair color can be just as complicated as trying to color virgin hair. Bleached or highlighted hair is much more challenging since the darkness of the hair has been lifted permanently. In this article, we will discuss the different ways on how to go back to natural hair color. 

Reasons To Go Natural Again

You may have decided to go back to your natural hair color after a while with colored hair. The decision to go back to your natural hair color should be taken seriously, as you would when coloring virgin hair. You may be hesitant to go natural again as you do not want to make the same mistake. Whether you badly want to or are just considering it, make sure that your decision is not out of the blue or an impulse decision. You may end up regretting going back to your natural hair if you do it suddenly because most of the time, impulse decisions end up being regretful. What exactly are the main reasons people decide to go back to their natural hair color?

Problems with money from your salon bills are an excellent reason to go back. Colored hair can get expensive to maintain, which is another reason to go natural. You have to go to your stylist once every month or every two months to retain your hair color. Otherwise, as your hair grows out, the color ends up being uneven. Another reason can be is that you do not like your current hair color anymore. The reason can also be as severe as going through a life transition and taking a different path. Another reason may be that your hair’s health has started to deteriorate, and you don’t want it unhealthy anymore. Whatever your reason may be, as long as you know you want it, you may go ahead and follow the techniques below to go back to your natural hair color.

How To Go Natural Again

Once you decide to get your natural hair color back, you can go ahead and talk to your hairdresser about it. Discussing your concerns with a professional can help make the transitioning process go faster and smoother. Hairdressers know what’s best for your hair, so if you want to gain your natural hair color back more efficiently, go to the hairdresser you know and trust the most. It is also vital that you trust the person handling your hair, that is, if you are not going to do it yourself. You should also trust the process. Gaining your natural hair color back will not happen overnight, so you have to be patient.

Products You Will Need

If you want quality results for your hair, make use of only quality products. While it is understandable that you may want to use other products because they are more affordable, high-quality products will do more wonders to your hair. You are paying for your hair to be healthier as it transitions from colored to natural. What are the products you need for the transition? If you haven’t already, you may need to purchase a good wide-tooth comb to brush through your hair. A wide-tooth comb will detangle your hair without causing too much damage to your hair. 

You may also use a detangling primer to partner with the comb, but that is optional. Also, make sure that your hairdryer, if you use any, is heat-controlled. If not, then you can just let your hair dry naturally. Hair products like shampoos and conditioners should be high-quality and safe. Try switching to a sulfate-free shampoo and a nourishing conditioner. With that, you may also want to purchase a hair mask and apply it once a week to strengthen, soften, and bring shine to your hair.

Let it Grow

Now, you may get restless while waiting for your hair to go back to its natural state. Growing it out will take some time as hair does not grow instantly. As you are growing your hair out, you must not do anything to your hair that may affect the process, such as bleaching or coloring it again, getting perms, getting it treated, etc. These procedures may cause damage to your hair also, which will prevent it from growing back to its natural state and color much faster. If the unevenness of the color of your hair is bothering you too much, you can just cut it off little by little until the colored hair is completely gone.

Hair growth supplements can help in making the process of hair growth go faster. Our hair only grows less than an inch to an inch each year. It will take a long time for your hair to be completely natural again, but certain supplements may help quicken the process.

Self-Tanners

You may think it sounds odd at first, but self-tanners can be used to restore your hair’s natural color. Although, this will only work for hair with highlights to light blonde colors. This technique may not be entirely effective for hair colors that are not considered a naturally light hair color like green, blue, or pink. Self-tanners are suitable for bringing your hair color back to natural as it effectively clings on to hair for a long time.

Published April 5, 2021

Cosmetics had come a long way from when it was invented. Before, people relied on simple foundation, lipstick, and eyeshadow in enhancing their beauty or covering up any imperfections on their skin. Nowadays, people go to extreme lengths just to achieve the perfect look. Some would wax their underarms, have laser treatment to rid of permanent hair, and even tattoo their eyebrows for a permanent look. Eyebrow threading is a standard procedure that people do to shape their eyebrows more suitable to their liking. Women and men thread their eyebrows all the time, and people are starting to gradually include the procedure into their self-care and beauty routines. If you haven’t yet, you might be interested in having your eyebrows threaded. The most common question first-timers ask is, does eyebrow threading hurt?

Eyebrow Threading

Eyebrow threading is a procedure done to adjust the shape of your eyebrows depending on your preferences. Some people prefer thin and arched eyebrows, while some like them straight and slightly thicker.  This technique of shaping your brows started centuries ago in Southeast Asia and Middle Eastern areas. The procedure eventually arrived in the United States, where it rose to fame. Anyone can have their eyebrows threaded. Whether you are a student still pursuing your passion in college, a professional businesswoman who goes to work every day, or a retired senior citizen looking to try different beauty trends, there is no limit as to who can thread their eyebrows.

How it Works

The eyebrow threading procedure is a pretty straightforward process. Most beauty salons offer this service, so you can go ahead and set an appointment with the salon nearest to you. All you have to do is arrive at the salon and follow procedures. Some salons will ask you to sit on a chair and look up, some will ask you to lie down, and others will ask you to lean back on an inclined chair. It depends on the salon. An esthetician or an expert uses a thin thread made of either polyester or cotton, folds it, then twists it tightly. The esthetician will hold each end of the thread and create a grabbing motion with their hands that will adjust the tightness of the twisted thread, which will allow it to capture and pluck the hair on your brows. Simple, isn’t it?

The rates of eyebrow threading services may vary depending on which salon you go to. Some will cost around $15, and some can go up to $65. After threading your brows, they may retain their shape and cleanliness for approximately two weeks to a month, maybe even more if you take care of them properly. Depending on how fast your facial hair grows, you may or may not need to revisit your esthetician to do a follow-up or trimming any hair that grew back. For better and long-lasting results, just be sure to maintain your brows properly, and you won’t have to worry about a thing.

Published April 5, 2021

People get their hair groomed and colored all the time. From extensions to bleaching, there are many ways on how we can dress up our hair. For those with hair that has not been groomed before other than the usual trim and cuts, you may be a little hesitant in trying a new hairstyle but still want to change your look. You may suddenly want to try a different color on your hair but do not want to go overboard by coloring it blue, green, or any unnatural hue. If so, you may want to settle for an ash brown hair dye instead of bold colors and hairdos. 

What is Ash Brown?

Ash brown hair has been a recent trend in the fashion industry. People have gotten into the whole movement of having their hair colored different shades of ash brown. It is a blend of the natural hair color with a light shade that gives the hair a more dressed-up, classy look. What makes it even better is that ash brown hair goes well with different skin colors, so long as you pick the perfect shade for you. 

Ash brown hair color is a mix of silver/grey shades and neutral browns. The combination of neutrals and grey tones makes it perfect for people who want to try something different, yet do not want to commit too much to hair color. Since ash brown is a neutral shade, there are no worries about damaging your hair because bleaching your whole hair won’t be necessary. Ash brown has different shades and styles you can choose from, making it all the more beneficial for people who want to add their touch to their hair. 

Ash Brown Hair Dyes

Ash Brown Highlights

Highlights are one of the most famous hairstyles that people get. The streaks of lighter shades on the hair compliment the hair’s body and volume, adding its own natural yet bold twist to your look. People get highlights all the time. If you are one of those who want to try a gorgeous yet subtle hairstyle, ash brown highlights are for you. Getting highlights is also a perfect way of trying out the hair color without committing to just one shade of hair color.

Golden Ash Brown 

While ash brown is more of natural hair color, there is no harm in getting a more formal and sophisticated shade. Adding a hint of gold hues into your ash brown shade allows your hair to have more of a shiny and rich look. With golden ash brown hair, you are sure to leave behind an impression wherever you go.

Caramel Ash Brown

The shade ash brown is, again, a more natural shade of hair color. However, you can always add brightness to the color to get a more amped-up look. Caramel ash brown is sure to give you a hairdo that reflects sun-kissed tones and is sure to turn heads everywhere.

Mushroom Ash Brown

Want to go ash brown but not ready to go all the way? You may want to try the shade mushroom brown. This hair color reflects different hues of brown and grey that resembles portobello mushrooms, thus the name mushroom brown. This hair color is slightly different from the others as it involves both lowlights and highlights. Despite being more on the natural brown side of ash brown, this shade is sure to turn heads in every direction.

Ash Brown Tips

Getting your tips done an ash brown color is another way of slowly allowing yourself to get used to new hair color. With this hairstyle, you can either have your roots done a particular brown color or just leave it as it is if you already have a darker tone of the hair. To get the perfect ash brown tips, go to your hairdresser or the one nearest to you and allow them to style your hair however you see fit. 

Smoked Ash Brown

Smoked ash brown is a perfect hair statement that is neither natural nor too synthetic. Adding dusty and smoky tones to the hair allows a more relaxed style as it adds hints of mauve, silver, and grey to brown shades. Moreover, you can adjust this shade however you like, so feel free to personalize your hair with this shade.

Ash Chocolate

Now, if you like the idea of ash brown hair but are still hesitant about it being too bold, you can try the ash chocolate shade. This color allows your hair to have darker natural brown shades while keeping cool undertones of grey and silver. What’s more, is that this hair color can quickly be done by yourself at home!

Ash Brown Balayage

How about we pair the trending color with a trending hairstyle? Balayage is like an enhanced version of highlights. The technique of getting the perfect balayage is to color certain sections of your hair that will compliment your volumes and the shade of ash brown. With this hairstyle, you won’t have to worry about it being high-maintenance as it allows the color to stay naturally beautiful even as your hair grows out. 

Ombre

Another low-maintenance favorite is the ombre. Ombre is a classic hairstyle that is not too bold yet eye-catching and in the best way. Like the balayage, you won’t have to worry about uneven coloring on your hair once it grows out as the ombre look leaves your roots dark and natural and slowly fades into a lighter, ash brown shade towards the tips.

Ash Bronde

Usually, we don’t like the idea of things fading away, but this hairstyle will change your mind about it. An ash bronde is a blend of both blonde and ash brown colors. Not to be confused with the lighter and sunnier shade caramel ash, ash bronde is a shade that looks as if an ash brown dye on blonde hair is slowly starting to fade. This look may leave you sitting in the salon for hours, but the results are worth it.

Light Ash Brown

With ash brown, if you want lighter shades or lighter streaks in your hair, the light ash brown hair dye is perfect for you. This color adds warmth to your hair, allowing it to enhance your features and compliment your hair well. Depending on how dark your hair is, you will have to clear most of your day to achieve this look on the lighter side of ash brown shades.

Dark Ash Brown

If you don’t feel the whole light-haired look, you can instead settle for the dark ash brown hair dye. This shade of ash brown gives naturally dark and brown hairs a tint of greys and silvers that allows a more classy yet natural look. This shade best suits olive and dark skin tones, but then again, ash brown looks good on anyone.

Medium Ash Brown

Can’t choose between a light or dark ash brown? Medium ash brown is the one for you then. This beautiful shade is neither too light nor too dark, making it perfect for those indecisive in their hair. Our hair is significant to us, so it would be understandable why you would want to play it safe with the colors and settle for the middle ground.

Chunky Highlights

An amped-up style of the ash brown highlights, chunky highlights are perfect for a more voluminous and enhanced look. Take your highlights to the next level by adding contrast and dimension to your hair with larger streaks of ash brown.

Published April 5, 2021

These days, there are over a hundred ways you can style your hair. People constantly come up with ways to express themselves, making the fashion industry continually booming. Hairstyling is one of the most exciting parts of having a makeover. People with thin hair usually experience the most trouble when it comes to hairstyling. Thick hair is, without a doubt, much easier to style and fix compared to thin hair, especially if you are doing braids or using hair accessories. If you have thin hair and want to add extra volume, hair extensions are the thing for you. This article will list down the best hair extensions for thin hair.

Hair Extensions

People with thin hair can relate to the struggle of finding the perfect way to add volume and style to their hair. For more extravagant events, a simple ponytail just won’t do it. Although we all love a good ponytail, sometimes we just want more. More volume, more accessories, more style, and more charisma. Thank the heavens for hair extensions. There are many different types of hair extensions. What exactly are these fashion trend materials? Hair extensions are exactly what they sound like. They can either be made from natural human hair or synthetic hair that can add volume and elongate your natural hair length and density. 

Human hair extensions are made out of hair that has been donated from donors. On the other hand, synthetic hair is made of different materials, from plastic fibers to blended fibers. Regardless of what kind, both types of hair extensions provide the same purpose: to thicken and make your hair appear longer. This makes for a vibrant and bold look that you can easily style with braids and different hair accessories. Most of the time, people with thin hair use hair extensions to add density to their hair. Let’s discuss the different hair extensions you can use if you have fine or thin hair.

Hair Extensions for Thin Hair

Tape-In 

Tape-in hair extensions are loved by many. As the name implies, tape-in hair extensions are blended into your natural hair by taping it on. Tape-ins are usually lightweight, making them easily wearable. Tape-in extensions work by sandwiching a section of your hair between two extensions then gluing/taping them together. When tape-ins are glued onto the hair with heat, you may have to use a glue remover once you want them gone. However, adding glue/adhesive and heat to your hair may not be the best for your hair’s health. With tape-ins, experts recommend using special shampoo and conditioner with less oil and harmful ingredients not to let the glue come off quickly. These extensions are usually semi-permanent, meaning they can last around four to eight weeks before you have to replace them.

Clip-In 

Another crowd-favorite is clip-in hair extensions. Clip-ins do minor damage to your hair compared to other types of extensions. These extensions work great with very thin hair. However, you should remember that these are not meant to be slept in as that may cause some damage. Just remember to take them off your head every night before you sleep, and your hair will be just fine. Clip-ins are great because you can use them however you like. Throw a couple on your hair and do whatever style you want, from a large braid going down the side of your head to a simple low ponytail. You can do whatever you want with these. Just make sure not to leave any signs of hair extensions when doing so.

Halo

Halo extensions have a higher chance of being noticed than clip-ins or tape-in extensions. Although, halo extensions are perfect for people with thin and short hair. This type of hair extension stands out from the others as it is the type that does not cling on or is not applied to your actual hair. The fact that it is not attached to your hair makes it less likely to damage your hair, making it perfect for people with fine hair. Halo extensions are simply placed just below your head’s crown by an invisible wire covered by the rest of your hair.