Friday, December 30, 2011

Mousse or Gel for Curly Hair?

Tips for choosing between mousse or gel when your curls need some extra oomph.



What is Mousse? What is Gel?

Mousse

Mousse generally comes in a bottle or spray can and is usually not transparent. It’s used in small quantities on wet or dry hair. This product is used more for lighter sculpting technique and for additional volume. If you have to change your hair a couple times in one day, mousse can be used and reused due to its light density.
The downside to mousse is no matter how great it is for sculpting volume, it’s so light and porous as a product that it doesn't have as much hold as gel by far.

Gel

Like mousse, it does not take a lot of gel on wet or dry hair. It not only helps settle hair, frizz and flyaways, but it is perfect for thicker hair. And even though it helps define curls when applied to damp hair like mousse, it does last longer. Gel is heavier and therefore great for running around for hours on end.
Even though using gel for curly har is a great option, it does have its drawbacks. Hair gel is heavier than mousse and tends to weigh down hair. Gel, especially cheaper gels, flake a lot more than mousse. It also has higher density and lower porosity which is great for all-day wear, but if you don’t want your hair looking wet, sleek, and greasy, mousse might be a better option.


The Happy Side

With any hair product, it is all about the balance. For gel as well as mousse, your choice is based on preference as much as it is on what either product has to offer. Yes, it is true that mousse is better for sculpting and volume while gel is better for hold and frizz. But when it comes down to using mousse or gel for curly hair, neither is good option if you glob it on your hair.
If you need that all-day hold, you only need a quarter-size worth of gel on wet hair and comb it through. If you want springy locks in spite of the thinness of your hair, try a dab of mousse which you can either scrunch or work through. 


Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Use An Old T-Shirt To Dry Curly Hair

Instead of a towel, use an old t-shirt to dry your hair. Towels can create a scrubbing effect on your hair, removing product and damaging curl. The smoother texture of a t-shirt will prevent frizz and help to maintain your curls.
Squeeze your curls gently, never rub, in order to preserve your natural curl pattern. Move along in sections, taking a hand full of hair at a time. Keep in mind that overexposure to any type of touch can cause curly hair to lose volume or become frizzy. For best results, t-shirt dry each section of your hair only once. Be sure to squeeze out excess water and then let the final drying be by air.

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Monday, December 26, 2011

5 Curly Hair Care Tips For The New Year

Curly hair care tips that will help you maintain or achieve healthier hair for the New Year.




1. Cleanse Your Hair Regularly

Clean hair is the key  to healthier hair. It is true that hair shampoo can remove the essential natural oils from your hair but, if you use Non-Sulfate shampoo then you won’t have to worry too much about this.
A  Sulfate (detergent-based) shampoo will remove essential oils and dry out your hair. A sulfate-free, ph-balanced product, however, doesn’t just remove grime and dirt, but will also secure moisture. There is certainly no problem with co-washing your hair , but overdoing it can result in build-up blocking the pores within your scalp and hindering the growth potential. Your natural locks require a beneficial washing at minimal every 7-10 days.
2. Get Regular Trims
Do not avoid getting your hair trimmed. In order to increase the health and growth of your hair, however, trimming every 6-8 weeks is essential. A trim could be anywhere from ¼ to ½ inches. If you do not treat your hair to a cut just about every 2-3 months, you may be putting yourself at risk of having breakage and thinning hair.
3. Stay Away from Excessive Heat
Applying an excessive amount of heat can have harmful effects. Using too much heat on your curls can have the identical outcome of a relaxed head of hair. Heat harm is irreparable, and requires patience to get over.
You may also need to trim your naturally curly hair and begin all over following heat damage. If you are using a flat iron or press your hair, make sure to utilize the lowest temperature setting available and constantly use a heat protectant. If you would like straight hair, and you are unclear about what your own hair can manage look for a hair stylist who is an expert in natural hair for help.
4. Drink Plenty of Water
To obtain shiny healthier hair and enhanced growth, drink an average of 8 to 10 glasses of water every day. Your body is composed of approximately 70 to 80 percent water, and water is liable for approximately a quarter of the weight of a hair strand. If tresses have plenty of water, they’re going to respond by starting to become supple and shine.

5. Keep Your Hair Hydrated

Keeping your hair hydrated at all times is essential to good curly hair care. Dry locks are fragile locks, and fragile locks will split and become difficult to control. Therefore, the greatest thing for your natural hair is water. Spray your hair during the day with water to make certain that your hair is moisturized. If you do not have the time to do this, simply use a water-based leave-in conditioner or every day moisturizing lotion.

" (A Few) Do's For Healthy Hair "

                                                                                                                                                          - PREP



- - Teenagee BEAUTY ♥ (:

These are some photos from my photo-shoot that I had a couple of weeks ago.