FOR YOU | BEAUTY
WHAT’S THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAY TO APPLY A HAIR MASK?
WHAT’S YOUR ADVICE FOR FEELING ‘HAIR CONFIDENT’? Experiment with hair ties, bands and pins, or maybe perfect the hairstyle you’ve always wanted. I’d also recommend laying off heat tools and enjoying the natural form of your hair whenever possible. What you put into your body comes out eventually in your hair, so now is a great time to make home-cooked meals and fill up on nutrients that we often miss out on. Your hair (and skin) will thank you for it!
After shampooing, gently pat your hair dry and apply your favourite mask. Comb through with a large, wide-tooth comb, starting at the ends. Then twist and clip up. If you want an extra boost, put a hot towel around your hair to allow the product to be absorbed more easily. Rinse after an hour, or after whatever time you have.
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I’M DES DESPERATE FOR A HAIR COLOUR, OLO WHAT CAN I DO AT HOME? Find out if your stylist is offering a pre-mixed colour and delivery service: they know your hair best. To ensure my clients maintained their colour during the lockdown, I offered a pre-colour mixup service (with full instructions) for home delivery. If you don’t have a stylist, do a little research and reach out to a colourist on Instagram for advice. Always do a patch test 48 hours before colouring – even if you’ve used the colour before. If you don’t feel confident colouring your hair, there are lots of sprays available to blend in the roots.
WHAT’S THE EASIEST WAY TO WEAR MEDIUM-LONG HAIR WITHOUT RESORTING TO A PONYTAIL?
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I love loosely wrapping damp, moussed hair in a bun, then letting it dry naturally. It forms a lovely natural wave on most hair types. I then apply a styling oil to dress the ends and a sea salt spray for added texture. For curly hair, a great look is to apply mousse and salt spray, then twist and clip up. When hair dries, I run through the twists with some oil and spray.
WHICH BRUSH OR TYPE OF COMB DO YOU RECOMMEND? I love my Tangle Teezer, it’s less stress for the hair. As for combs, I’d go for a strong, wide-tooth, anti-static comb. I use this to brush out curls into waves and for an extra brush after I’ve used my Tangle Teezer.
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WOULD YOU EVER ADVISE TRIMMING HAIR AT HOME? I wouldn’t advise cutting your own hair at home. However, many hairstylists are doing demonstrations on how to trim your fringe and take off those really dry ends. My best advice would be to skip the hot irons during this time and use mask after mask. And as your fringe grows out into long bangs, why not check out looks online and experiment with a new style? 47
