Submitted by cosamo_prime on Friday, May 2, 2014 - 17:14.
Avocados are not only perfect for making guacamole, but they have properties that can benefit your hair as well. Livestrong.com says, “Avocados are high in vitamins B and E, which work at the cellular level to protect and strengthen hair. Vitamin B is essential for hair growth. Vitamin E helps repair damage on the scalp, which may slow or prevent hair growing.” Avocado or Avocado oil can be used to benefit your hair!
Combats Hair Loss: Livestrong.com says, “Hair loss may be a result of vitamin deficiency or of external stresses on your hair. Hair loss occurs when hair becomes dry and damaged from exposure to extreme heat, sun or cold. You may also contribute to hair loss and damaged hair by using chemically loaded hair products or styling tools such as hair dryers or curling irons.” Using an avocado mark or avocado oil on your hair will combat hair loss.
Repair Damaged Hair: If your hair is damaged from coloring or heat styling, using an avocado hair mask will help make your hair healthier and smoother!
For this mask you will need 1 ripe avocado, 1 tbsp of plain yogurt, 1tbsp of jojoba oil ( you could coconut or olive oil) and 1 egg.
Step One: Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit. Then scoop out the inside and put it in a blender. Then add the remaining ingredients to the blender and blend away.
Step Two: Then apply the mask to damp hair from root to tip. Then put on a shower cap to lock in moisture and let the mask sit for 30-40 minutes.
Step Three: Shampoo and Condition your hair if necessary, but rinse the mask out of your hair with warm water.
Step Four: Dry hair and style as usual!
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5 fun and easy ways to style your hair for the gym!
Submitted by cosamo_prime on Thursday, March 27, 2014 - 15:24.
Are you sick of wearing a plain old ponytail to the gym? Is your hair constantly getting in your face at the gym? If either of these questions describes you, then this is the post for you. Here are 5 fun and easy ways to style your hair for the gym.
One of the easiest ways to get your hair out of your face is to put your hair in a top knot. A top knot is really just another word for a high bun. Latest-hairstyles.com says, “A topknot is perfect for all sorts of workouts, not limited to yoga, pilates and strength training.” What makes this bun different is the way you twist your hair into the bun.
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Click here for a tutorial for medium/long hair!
A French Braid, like the top knot is an easy way to get your hair out of your face, as well as a fun way to switch it up from a boring ponytail. You can style a French braid in several ways. You can do a single French braid or you can do two French braids. To really switch it up you can do a triple French braid into a ponytail. You can find the tutorial at shape.com.
Click here for a video tutorial for a single French braid.
Click here for a video tutorial for two French braids.
Using a headband at the gym can really help get your hair out of your face as well as keep it away. Huffingtonpost.com says, “To protect your hair from breakage caused by tight elastics and hairpins, try holding the hair back from the face and shoulders with a handkerchief or cloth headband. This will limit breakage and will eliminate dents.” You can use a headband with any hairstyle you choose, it is a good gym accessory to have. After you put the headband on, scoop the rest of your hair up and put it in a side bun for an easy gym hairstyle.
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7 DIY Home Remedies for Oily Hair!
Submitted by cosamo_prime on Wednesday, March 19, 2014 - 11:23.
Last week we gave you tips on how to managing oily hair, here are some DIY home remedies for getting rid of oily hair!
Howstuffworks.com suggests, “One way to decrease the oil is to rinse with diluted vinegar or lemon juice after shampooing. Add two tablespoons white vinegar to one cup water, or mix the juice of one lemon (strained) with one cup water. Rinse the mixture through your hair, and then rinse your hair with warm water.” This can help get rid of build up as well as fix your oily locks.
If you don’t have a problem putting beer on your hair, then go for this home remedy. Allwomenstalk.com says, “The malt and hops found in beer are incredibly good for your hair. They will leave your hair feeling a lot softer and less prone to tangling. The Apple Cider Vinegar is added to help wash away all the product build up coating your hair.” All you need is 1 cup of beer and ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar. Mix them together and pour on your hair after you shampoo. Let it sit in your hair for 5 minutes and then wash out with warm water.
Mix two egg yolks and 1 cup of diluted lemon juice together in a bowl (the juice of one lemon mixed with 1 cup of water). Apply this to wet hair and then wash it out with warm water.
Let us know if you try any of these home remedies!!
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Submitted by cosamo_admin on Sunday, June 9, 2013 - 12:53.
If you have oily hair, you are probably annoyed with the constant struggle of making it look clean and presentable. Grease can weigh down your hair, making it look flat and causing it to be difficult to style. With a few simple solutions, you can have your locks looking and feeling fresh.
You can start to eliminate the oil problem even before shampooing. Marie Claire says using a boar-bristle brush can begin to break up oil and build-up that is left in your roots.
Livestrong suggests using a clear shampoo to avoid extra residue. When your hair is oily, you should wash it at least once a day. Also, apply conditioner to your ends only, so that it doesn’t add extra weight or product to your roots. You can even use detangling spray in lieu of conditioner to avoid the weightiness it may cause.
Lemon-distilled water is also suggested as a way to rinse the hair after shampooing. You can easily make this solution by squeezing the juice of two lemons into a quart of distilled water.
Self mentions using dry shampoo spray. This product is great if you’re in a rush and the events of your day have caused your hair to become greasy. The ingredients within the spray soak up extra oil and add volume to the hair. They also using suggest root lifters, which contain alcohol, in order to rid the strands of excess grease.
Although oily hair may seem like a pain, there are numerous ways to solve the greasy problem. Make sure to wash your hair frequently with clear shampoo, avoid conditioner at the roots, and use a dry shampoo spray when needed. Taking good care of your hair ensures that your locks will be looking great!