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Hair care tips for long hair |
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Written by Leigh Grogan, McClatchy-Tribune
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Wednesday, 02 May 2007 |
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If you have long hair, here are some tips for maintaining and protecting it, from products to styling tools:
In the ends: The longer your hair, the longer the ends have been around. Even with frequent trims, they're subjected to environmental and styling damage. Always use a leave-in conditioner on the tips and, at least once a week, a hair-repair mask to restore moisture.
Brush or comb? Wet hair is very susceptible to pulling and breaking, so a wide-toothed comb is good to use, but you still have to be careful. Start at the bottom and work your way up toward the roots.
Hot hair: If you love that sleek, shiny look, apply a conditioning mist before blow drying and/or flat-ironing.
• Best bet for a flat iron: Sedu Ionic Ceramic Tourmaline straightener (about $125 at www.amazon.com. Best bet for a finishing spray: Kerastase Vernis Nutri-Sculpt Ultra-Shine Top Coat (about $30), available at salons; go to www.kerastase-usa.com for listings in this area.
Layer it on: Having long hair layered can give the illusion of fullness and it's flattering around the face. Don't cut the front layers too short, though, or you'll miss being able to pull your hair back in a bun or ponytail.
Bangs for your buck: Bangs can add emphasis to your face, even an uplifting effect. They can be side-swept or short and pronounced.
Applying for extensions: If you opt for extensions, there's still maintenance involved: Never go to bed with your hair wet; dry and style as usual, and hold the extensions with one hand and brush, starting at the bottom and working your way up to the top. | Only registered users can write comments.
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