In the new “Co-created” Sunsilk cmapaign, worlds renowned hair experts have collabrated with the brand. The first in line is the LA-based Jamal Hammadi, who is famous for his charismatic work for international haute couture houses such as Chanel, Dior, Gaultier and Galliano. The Paris-born hairdresser began styling in the early 90s and is now well-known for creating sensuous and glamorous looks for Hollywood celebrities and countless super-beauties on New York and Paris runways.
His A-List clients love his passionate and obsessive appreciation of …

“Backcombing” can add fullness to a hairstyle and give fine, limp hair greater body (If you have curly hair, you will already have more height and volume. You want to be sure not to damage the cuticle layer on that type of hair so first straighten the hair and lay down the cuticle. Make sure it is cool if you have just finished flat ironing or blow-drying.)
Let me first say that when you backcomb the hair, you are peeling back the cuticle. This can leave it vulnerable to damage over …

Split ends, hair SOS (or trichoptlosis), are the bane of every self-respecting woman’s life! They happen when the protective cuticle has been stripped away from the ends of hair fibers. Split ends are more likely to develop in dry or brittle hair, and typical causes of damage include excessive dying or vigorous brushing.
Once the hair cuticle is removed, it is impossible to replace. Typically the hair splits into two or three strands, and can be as long or two to three centimeters in length. The best treatment is to cut …

Shiny hair has always been equated with healthy hair. Getting your hair look shinier depends on your hair type.
Straight hair tends to shine better. But curl and wave hair shine less. Curly hair has an uneven surface so does not reflect light as easily as straight hair. However, you can improve the level of shine with these tips:

Use heat-activated shampoos, conditioners and styling products.

Deep-condition your hair once a week.

Use a shine-enhancing hair-color product.

Use moisturising shampoos and conditioners.

Use a clarifying shampoo once a week. Use a …

Hair straightening, also known as relaxing, is the opposite of perming! You can straighten your hair chemically or you can do it with products that temporarily tame the curls.
The main reason that people decide to have their hair straightened is to eliminate curls. Hair straightening should always be performed by a hair salon professional.
Fine, lightened or colored hair requires a very mild relaxing formula. Normal, medium-textured hair requires regular strength relaxers.
Coarse hair requires a strong or super relaxing formula.
Hair Straightening Process
1. A hair relaxing formula is applied to the dry …

Fried frizzy hair isn’t only a summer problem, winter weather can cause the same results. Since there is a lack of moisture in the air, often hair becomes prone to static and split ends. One way to ward off frizz is by using a good hydrating shampoo. Also, don’t towel dry your hair too vigorously after a bath or shower and be mindful of over-blow drying. Weekly deep conditioning treatments are a must as are regular trims to remove dead ends.
For three more frizz fighting tips to follow, read more.

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Off and on, we feel the need for a make-over – Yes; even we get tired of our own appearance, and need a change. One way to make that change is to experiment with highlights/lowlights in your hair. Whether you have short hair or long, a little colour will transform your image and outlook, not to forget your self-confidence.

Here are some facts on: What are Highlights & Lowlights; the types available and what would suit your hair colour.

• Highlights: A process that…

For rough and dry hair, you would need to pay special attention to conditioning. It is essential to understand that the reason your hair is rough and dry is that it lacks a sufficient amount of nutrition. If your hair roots and strands are not well nourished, then your hair will become dry and will break as well.
One of the first positive steps you need to take is that you need to cut your hair short. Please understand that it is easier to work with short hair and see results …

Papaya isn’t just for eating-it’s also beneficial for natural skin care and repair. One of the most nutritious fruits in the world, it’s full of enzymes, minerals and vitamins-with more vitamin A than carrots and more C than oranges! You can use papaya to treat or eliminate old dead skin cells, dandruff and other skin disorders, and even to reduce the signs of premature aging.
Following are some useful tips for you to use papaya other than as food and see its magic.
Acne – Apply a mask using the fleshy side …

If we go by an Egyptian lore, then the gel from the leaves of aloe vera was the secret ingredient that Cleopatra used for her skin and not the much-touted milk. In fact, the Egyptians have used aloe vera for their embalming process since times immemorial.
It may look like a thorny cactus, but the aloe vera plant belongs to the onion/lily family.
Distinguished by its thick fleshy lance-shaped leaves, this green plant is suppose to have mystical properties, says an Indian legend, where is it known as Kumari. The locals …