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hair Repair 101
our job and keep your hair look- ing refreshed.
pREVENT dRY HaiR, FRiZZ aNd SpliT ENdS For anyone struggling with dry hair the effects of dry hair, us- ing a moisturizing product that contains Argan oil might be your ideal solution. To achieve a smooth blowout and banish the appearance of dehydrated strands, Duplantis also recom- mends mastering your blow- drying skills.
“When you are blow-drying your hair, the most common mis-
take that is made is a lot of peo- ple will just shake dry their hair with their hands, and then it cre- ates a big frizzy mess. if you go in with a paddle brush and brush your hair that way, it eliminates all that frizz and you won’t have so many hot tools on your hair after,” Duplantis explains.
on the other hand, long- haired ladies may find them- selves struggling to tame Rapun- zel locks. The fairytale princess may have been a cartoon with an animated flawless mane, but a real life woman with natural long hair has all kinds of hair
woes! This is why Duplantis ad- vises looking out for split ends or dead strands. Along with heat control and nourishing Argan oil, Duplantis is a firm advo- cate of getting a trim once every three months, to keep longer hair healthy. Avoiding over-washing will also keep locks in top con- dition. Colombo says that col- our-treated locks should not be excessively shampooed—rather, conditioner should be the focus. “Try not to wash your hair every day and condition more often,” he shares.
CHOOSE THE RiGHT pROdUCTS FOR YOUR HaiR TYpE
Those with curly or wavy types often use incorrect products, which can also contribute to tangles and unnecessary hair stress, says Colombo. He be- lieves in using curl-defining products at home, to transform frizz into gorgeous spirals, ring- lets and waves. He says that ap- plying Sebastian Twisted Curl Magnifier and Twisted Curl Lifter Mousse will allow those with natural curls and waves to embrace their natural texture. if you’re planning to blow-dry, frizz can be eliminated with a dark oil, for a sleek result.
From the perfect blow-dry to long-lasting colour and tamed tresses, these expert tips are sure to help you battle your hair troubles and help you sport beautiful locks all season long.
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