What is it and does it really work?
Dry shampoo has been around for thousands of years. In Asian cultures, women would apply clay as a cleanser to their hair and then comb it out, and in the courts of France hundreds of years ago, women would “powder” their hair to clean it. (Or alternatively they would simply wear a wig to avoid washing altogether!)
While dry shampoos were traditionally used when there was really no other option—on camping trips or during travels in remote places where water was not readily available—today sales are climbing. Some clients claim the time-savings benefits (after all, you are skipping the wet, shampoo, rinse cycle) while others say that dry shampoos have a volumizing effect on their hair and that by not washing every day, a salon blowout can last a good bit longer. (more...)

Beautiful hair doesn’t mean spending a fortune!

In today’s economy many of us have re-evaluated how we spend our money, and how much we really have to spend on non-essential items. For some, this can mean cutting out frivolous expenses, which range from frequent trips to the department store to going for a weekly massage to the spa. But even if you’re becoming increasinlgy budget-conscious, you can still sport a great head of hair.
Here’s how:
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The advantages of single-dose haircare

It’s no secret that we are more mobile today than every before. Airplane travel has become routine commuting for some, while leisure travel numbers grow year on year.
But travel can be a challenge when it comes to maintaining your haircare routine, and can increase the frequency of those dreaded bad hair days—issues ranging from jet lag to hard water can really take its toll. This is why it’s best not to skimp when you’re on the road; take your favorite hair care products along for the ride. (more...)

After-sun recipes for your hair
Tis the season when your hair is regularly exposed to sun, sea and pool, which means it’s also time to give it a bit more tender loving care. If you don’t want to run to the store every time your hair needs a fix, here are some recipes for dry and sun-drenched hair that you can whip up in your very own kitchen. (more...)

The Water Effect
When you think of getting your hair wet, showering and swimming come to mind. But our hair also absorbs water when we exercise (through sweat), when we visit the sauna, hammam or spa (thanks to the steam) and, of course, when we get caught in a rainstorm and forget our umbrella! So what effect does this have on its wellbeing?
For one thing the hair shaft is permeable, which means it absorbs moisture and when it does it “swells”. In this moisture-laden state, our hair becomes more sensitive.
Add to this the fact that seawater and sweat contain their fair share of salt, which has a tendency to dry out the hair shaft. Chlorine, meanwhile, contains a mixture of chemicals and can be even harsher on your hair, not to mention the changes in color it can provoke on blonde hair. Excessive sweating takes the potential damage one step further, as in the long term it can lead to hair loss, but this is less frequent. (more...)

Which shade is best for my skin tone?

Whether you are embarking on a new color to give your hair a bit of pizzazz or to cover up the gray, finding the perfect shade is primordial.
Although there are no hard and fast rules, these pointers will safeguard you from making a big color mistake. (more...)

The 1980s aren’t just making a return in the wardrobe department; models on the runway this spring also donned hairstyles that hark back to the period.
What stood out most in the latest styles was the trend for bleached-blonde hair and even platinum-colored brows.

Short hair is keeping it simple this season. A bob which reaches around ear level is set off with strikingly bold short bangs. (See our post about how to successfully cut your own bangs).
Another option is to have a two-in-one style—a bob with slightly tapered bangs that can be transformed into a softer, more romantic look.
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Keeping your hair healthy and vibrant when travelling can be a challenge. Airplane travel leeches moisture from both our hair and skin, while changing time zones wreak havoc on our circadian rhythms, which has a knock-on effect on your health in general.

Here are a few tips to follow when you are about to embark.
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It would be too good to be true if taking a little pill every day would solve our hair issues. Or would it? Drugstores and health-food stores abound in products promising shinier, fuller and even longer hair, as well as treating hair loss. But do these items really deliver? The scientific community is clearly divided on the issue.
Let’s take one brand as an example: Inneov, a French brand of nutritional supplements which is the fruit of a partnership between L’Oréal and Nestlé (beauty and “nutrition”!). Inneov claims that its hair supplements work to reverse hair loss and if taken for a minimum of 3 to 6 months it will even make hair fuller and thicker. The brand goes on to state that its supplements enter the bloodstream to actually attain the follicles from where each hair begins its journey. (more...)

Let it be known that all hairbrushes are not created equal, and this is one item you don’t want to skimp on. Brushing your hair daily is an important part of a good hair care routine as it stimulates the creation of sebum, and helps distribute this natural oil along the hair shaft, creating shinier and smoother locks.

Here’s how to find the brush best adapted to your hair type.

Don’t fall for plastic brushes with epoxy-tipped metal “bristles” as when these break off, which inevitably they do, they can scratch your scalp and get caught in your hair causing breakage.

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