6 Ways to Get Healthy Hair

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6 Ways to Get Healthy Hair

Most of us would love to experience the benefits of healthier hair, but with our everyday routines taking up our time and a lot of confusing products on the market, it can be hard to know what route to take. We would recommend a combination of different things to try, including some products you can get from a UK-registered pharmacy shop online, some that are available on the high street, and a few simple things you can try at home without spending a penny.

1) Vitamin tablets

It’s not always easy to keep up the right level of different vitamins and minerals your body needs, or even to know how well you’re doing. Supplements can be an effective solution, and you’ll find tablets which promote healthier hair growth as well as your nails and skin from most good pharmacists.

2) Natural oils

Oil is great for hair, contrary to what many people might think. To keep it in good condition, you might want to use natural castor oil or coconut oil on your hair. This helps compensate for what gets washed away when you clean or dye your hair too often.

Castor Oil Hair Benefits

3) Specialist shampoos

Another way to promote healthy hair may be to use a shampoo with more active ingredients. You can easily find special shampoos that are designed to help with various factors, including ones that add volume, stimulate growth and even protect against heat damage.

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Glitter Roots – A New Hairstyling Trend

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Glitter Roots – A New Hairstyling Trend

We love DIY tricks that are quick and easy to do at home, so glitter roots are one of our favourite hairstyling obsessions at the moment. If you’re stuck in between appointments to have your hair cut or coloured and you’re not sure how to add some sparkle to your current look, this is an amazing way to instantly achieve just that. It’s also incredibly simple to do and there are no complicated methods or fancy products involved.

The first thing you need to do is decide what hairstyle you’re going for. Most people trying out glitter roots have opted for twisted buns on each side (either two or a lot more, it’s up to you!) because they really define your centre parting and give you plenty of room to work with the glitter. You could also try a glitter ponytail or even go for a sparkling Harley Quinn inspired look – this might be a favourite of ours for Halloween! Generally you need to pick something that exposes your roots so you can get the full effect.

The next step simply involves applying some kind of product along your parting or wherever you want your glitter roots to be showing. Generally it makes sense to use your centre parting and you can even go all the way from your hairline to the back of the neck. Any kind of hair gel is probably ideal for this, it just needs to be wet and sticky at first and reasonably dry later on. Read more

Should I Get A Lace Front Wig?

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Should I Get A Lace Front Wig?

If you’ve ever shopped for wigs then you probably know of lace wigs and lace fronts, but you might not understand the benefits and differences compared to other types of wigs. In essence, lace wigs feature a delicate, hand-woven base which can create a more realistic look and feel than the thicker bases you would find on a cheaper style of wig. A lace front is a combination of two types of base, with a lighter lace section at the front to create a more realistic hairline and a stronger base toward the back. First we can take a look at some of the key benefits of opting for this style.

Realism

The main reason that lace wigs are popular is that they provide a more realistic look. If the wig is made to a high enough standard and attached to your head professionally with suitable glue, the sheer lace layer will be effectively invisible and the wig will look exactly like your real hair. You can even dye the lace to match your skin tone to ensure it’s completely invisible.

Styling

A lace front is easy to style in different ways because of the versatile parting you can create from having a clean and realistic hairline at the front. If you want to wear your hair up and expose the back you’ll need to use a full lace wig to get the same effect all over, but that way you really can style your wig exactly as you would your real hair. Read more

How To Create A Unicorn Hairstyle

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How To Create A Unicorn Hairstyle

Colouring your hair may be a nerve-wracking experience if you’re not that experienced, but really it should be fun too. The more creative you can be with your methods, the more exciting and rewarding it is. There’s a lot to be said for creating a truly unique look that will impress even professional hair stylists when they see what you’ve managed to achieve with a DIY approach. “Unicorn hair” is a great example, especially since pastel colours are so popular right now and there are loads of different products around that are suitable to help you.

Checklist:

  • Toned and conditioned platinum blonde hair
  • A few small amounts of different pastel coloured dyes
  • White or colourless conditioner
  • Brush and mixing bowl for application
  • Hair band and clips to separate your hair
  • Foil to protect parts you don’t want to colour

Step 1: Start with the lightest possible hair colour

Firstly you need to crack the secret of achieving perfect bleach blonde hair. Once you know how to get the perfect platinum tone without any unwanted red or yellow, you’re able to start using different pastel colours to achieve your finished look. People find different methods and products work best for their hair, and even with the perfect dye and toner you might need a few attempts before you get this right. Normally using grey toner will help you get the right white shade for unicorn hair. Read more

Male Grooming & Barber Shops in London

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Male Grooming & Barber Shops in London

London is home to some of the best traditional barber shops in the UK, many of which have been operating for as long as anyone can remember. Some newer businesses are also going back to the traditional methods when it comes to male grooming, so men’s salons offering classic services like wet shaves and expert beard grooming are becoming more fashionable. Looking perfectly groomed and presentable is of great importance to a lot of men, whether it’s to stay professional for work or simply to maintain a stylish look at all times. Here are some of the best locations in London to get your haircut, facial hair styling and every other barber shop service you could ask for.

Drakes of London

Home of the best barbers in London, offering a full male grooming service.

Areas Covered: London, Fulham

Services: Male grooming, men’s hair removal including men’s waxing, traditional shave, wet shave, men’s facial and other skincare, massage services, groom and best man packages.

Address: 19 Jerdan Place, Fulham, SW6 1BE

Phone: 020 7386 3900

Murdock London

Gift packages offering “The Murdock Experience” are popular at this quirky barber’s shop.

Areas Covered: London, Paris

Services: Traditional shave, wet shave, beard reshaping, haircut and styling, gift certificates and experience packages.

Address: 83 Brewer Street, Soho, London, W1F 9ZN

Phone: 0203 3937946 Read more

Hair Weaves and Extensions

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Hair Weaves and Extensions

If you’re experiencing hair loss and don’t want to go down the surgical route, or you simply want to change your style, hair weaves are the perfect solution.

Many African women you see with amazing hair, well they’ve been keeping this hair treatment a secret and looking absolutely fabulous but now their secret is out!

How does it work?

Basically, as the name suggests, the hairdresser weaves artificial (or in some cases human) hair into your existing hair.

They start by creating cornrows (plaits) across the head to keep the weave as flat as possible, then they take a length of hair attached to a strip of fabric (a weft) and sew it into the plaits. A weave can be used for either a few rows (for example if you wanted hair extensions) or for a complete head (great for thinning hair) giving the impression of a full, thick head of hair.

Weaves are difficult to identify unless you know what to look for (don’t be surprised if your Caucasian friends compliment your new hair style but black ladies compliment your gorgeous weave!).

Weaves are easy to care for, you treat them much the same as your regular hair, washing them, styling them and using the same products. Read more

Hair Tips

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Hair Tips

Hairdressers: Top Tips

Many people have problems when visiting the hairdressers, especially when they want a particular style or colour. Whether you’re going for hair extensions or a simple trim, keep these tips in mind when you visit the salon.

Explain Any Alterations to Your Hair

If the stylist doesn’t know the specifics of what you’re hoping to achieve, he or she won’t be able to give you the best advice. Be sure to let the stylist know if your hair is dyed, of course if roots are showing, then this will be fairly obvious but its best to mention it anyway. You should also tell the stylist if you have hair extensions, a weave, or any conditions that cause thinning or shedding.

Bring in Pictures

When you go to the hairdressers, you may be getting a simple cut and colour. However, if you also want a specific cut or style, bringing in pictures of similar haircuts is the best idea. Even the most experienced stylist can struggle to give you that perfect look if you are not clearly articulating what it is that you want. Read more

Hair Loss & Replacement

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Hair Loss & Replacement

If you knew how many individuals were experiencing problems with hair loss, you’d probably be comforted to know that you are not alone. It can occur for a variety of reasons, sometimes, it will begin to fall out due to old age. In other cases, individuals lose their hair because of chemotherapy or because of a condition or disease itself. Whatever the case may be, knowing that replacement treatments are available can open your world to opportunities. Before you engage in any type of hair replacement treatments, whether they be surgical or non-surgical, speaking with your doctor is best.

Your doctor will be able to perform a variety of tests to make sure that the hair loss isn’t being caused by a medical problem that can easily be addressed such as a vitamin deficiency, scalp irritation or a medical condition such as under-active thyroid.

If the problem is deficiency or irritation related, there are over the counter treatments available such as Vitamin D supplements, trichologic hair vitamins and hair growth shampoos. Read more

Professional Hair Services

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Professional Hair Services
If you want your strands straightened and glossy, or want banana curls spiraling down your back. Whatever your ultimate hair desires are, employing the services of professional hairdressers is wise. Going to the salon is much different than trying to manage and style at home, and you can benefit from the professional touch. Instead of struggling to straighten your hair with a blow dryer or obtain that perfect cut, the hairdressers will take care of that for you. Changing the colour of your hair or going for a dramatic new style are also options when you let the professionals take control. On top of styling, they can also help you to discover some new hair care tips. You can even get your hair styled in the comfort of your own home. Seek the services of a mobile freelance hair stylist such as Nyssa Addison, she’s willing to travel to most parts of South East of England, and even further afield upon request.

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Having beautiful strands is not all about how it is styled when you go to the salon. It’s also about taking care of it every single day. When you have an appointment with the hairdressers, they can get you started in the right direction. For example, they might use a hot oil treatment or recommend that you begin letting your locks air dry a few times a week to avoid damage to its surface. When you are willing to take these tips into consideration, you’ll likely notice substantial changes. It will start to feel better and healthier. If you had a lot of product build-up, you may notice that your hair does not appear to be so greasy anymore. In fact, your tresses could even become easier to style because they are not suffering the consequences of your old regiment. Read more