Most women wear the same hairstyle, or variations of it, for years. However, the changes that accompany age and maturity dictate a change in hairstyle. Enjoy your best look at any age.
Your early  20′s:
Be wild and bold! Now is the time to try out all of the styles you’ve seen on television and in magazines. Always enjoyed long locks? Try out that short, spiked look you’ve had your eye on. Is your hair short? Go for a Hollywood starlet look by adding Indian hair extensions for dramatic flair. Try out cascading cornrows or tight tendrils. The sky’s the…
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Moms know that styling their young daughters’ hair can be a headache. Fidgety, inquisitive children rarely sit still long enough for more intricate hairstyles, and their scalps and strands are also usually too delicate for much heavy styling. Yet there are still plenty of pretty styles a mom can use to keep her daughter’s locks looking perfectly cute and well-groomed. Here are some ideas!
For children under school age, try to “style” hair as little as possible. Brush soft baby hair and resist the temptation to sweep it into tight pigtails, as this can put undue strain on your daughter’s…
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Looking back at 2010, it seems like one of the biggest looks of the past year – and perhaps for a few more turns of the calendar to come – is big-barreled, lustrous, wavy curls that tumble down the back. Call it the “Kim K” look, but everybody from celebrities to your local librarian is going for softly defined curls with just the right balance of polish and play.
So how do you get those locks, if you’re not born with them? Well, for starters, you invest in virgin Indian Remy hair that’s sure to give you the bounce, shine,…
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Although there are many methods for starting the locking process, there are essentially about three ways to tighten or re-twist your maturing locs: finger latching, latching with a tool, and palm rolling. Each method has its advantages, disadvantages, and special steps, so it takes a knowledgeable loc-wearer to know which one is best for them. Luckily for you, we have all the information you need right here!
Palm Rolling
Basically the same technique used to start many locs, including those once sported by Lil’ Jon, Lauryn Hill, and India.Arie, palm rolling is just twisting the hair together between the palms…
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Beautiful loced hair is the result of lots of patience, careful maintenance, and a solid plan – a plan that gets formed before you ever twist or braid a strand of your hair. Not every loc style will work for every person, and there are definitely many factors you need to consider, along with steps you need to take to start your locks off on the good foot.
For starters, before you begin your loc journey, consider:
Your lifestyle. Do you work a corporate job that requires a certain level of precision and polish to your look? Free-form locs probably…
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Now that you know the truth about locs, it’s time to get down to business. What exactly are locs, and how are they made? Here are the six most common methods used to start the style, along with information to help you choose one.
Palm-Rolled Locs
These are probably the most prevalent type of locs out there; you can see them on men, women, and children, including stars like T-Pain, Goapele, and many of Lauryn Hill’s looks. Thin palm-rolled locs are very versatile and can be rolled, twisted, styled in almost any way straight hair can, and are great for…
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So you want to grow locs. Maybe you’ve already made the Big Chop, or maybe you’re considering it. Maybe you’ve seen a woman rocking some really great twists, coils, or braids, and you’re ready to make the jump, too – but you don’t quite know where to start.
Well, rest easy. That’s why we’re here! This article, the beginning of a four-part series, will help you think through and carry out the whole process of locing your hair, from the very first things you should consider through routine maintenance. It’s everything you need to know about locs, starting with a…
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Looking for a simple yet elegant hairstyle? Flat twists fit the bill! This super-versatile look can be customized to fit anyone and any occasion: flat twists look great on children, adults, men, and women and can just as easily swoop up into a super-chic updo, back into a riot of curls, or even around the whole head. And the best thing of all is that pretty much anyone can do flat twists themselves – no stylist needed! Here’s how:
Step 1: Preparation
You won’t need too many tools, but before you start creating your flat twists, you should gather:
Remember the old Secret slogan, “Strong enough for a man, but made for a woman”? Well, that applies to more than just deodorant, ladies. As more and more women move into positions of power in the corporate world, government, and other industries, their time gets more and more precious. Gone are the days when you had time to primp in front of the mirror for hours. Today’s power woman is constantly on the go and needs a hairstyle she can manage quickly and easily. Also, as women age, shorter haircuts can “lift” the face and make you look more youthful….
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The joys of sporting the naturally tight curls and coils of natural Black hair are many. Count versatility of styling, relatively low-key maintenance, and being able to scratch your scalp without fear of chemical burns among them! Yet one of the hardest things about dealing with tighter curls or kinks is the act of detangling the hair – of sorting out strands to eliminate tangles, knots, and other problems that will hold back your hairstyle. And this act is truly an art. It demands patience, skill, and attention to detail, along with a little basic know-how.
The most important thing…
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