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Perm rods come in different sizes. The smaller the cylinder, the tighter the curl. Perm rods are color-coded according to size. Red rods are the smallest and create tight curls for short hair. The next largest size is blue, followed by pink, used for a looser curl. Next in line is gray, then white, followed by the largest size--purple--which is used for body and wave. Arranging the rods may not be as difficult as it seems. According to hairfinder.com, you can achieve very natural-looking results through wrapping a perm in a random pattern.
Instructions
1. Start with clean, wet hair.
2. Place a dry towel around your shoulders.
3. Section hair with clips
Divide hair into six sections, securing each section with a clip until ready to roll on the rods. Suggested sections are: the front top of the head; straight down the back of the head; each side of the head from the top section to the ear; and the two back side sections. (You will have illustrations in your perm kit.)
4. Spray bottle
Keep a water bottle close to help smooth out hair as you comb.
5. Start with the front top section. Comb out each part to be rolled, which will be about 1 inch wide and the length of your rod. Take one paper "end wrap" and fold it around the section of the hair to be rolled; slide it down to cover the tips of the hair. Roll the hair on the rod toward the back of the head, securing each rod as you go. (Picture illustrations will come in your perm kit.)
6. Roll the side sections next, then roll the back sections. Remember to keep the hair wet, which will make the rolling easier.
7. Rolling hair on perm rods doesn't have to be difficult.
Take a deep breath. The hard part is over. Now you are to ready begin processing your perm.
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Braiding is a common and practical women's hairstyle in the Middle East.
The Middle East has a rich history in everything from art to cuisine to spirituality. Many people are curious about the traditional dress and appearance of people who reside in Middle Eastern countries. Hairstyles especially have meaning and tradition that date back hundreds of years, and many style choices are inspired by religious obligations, gender roles and climate.
Traditional Hairstyles
For centuries, Middle Eastern women have braided their hair in order to keep it healthy and out of their faces. Traditionally, many women in Middle Eastern countries have long hair; however, farm work or tending to family has required them to maintain practical hairstyles. The Middle Eastern climate is also very hot, and women in Mediterranean locations such as Turkey, or desert climates such as Egypt, often keep their hair tied back in head scarves. Women who identify with the Islamic religion wear hijab, or a head scarf. While Islam is the predominate religion in all of the Middle East, including countries with secular governments, certain places like Saudi Arabia, Iran and Iraq maintain stricter policies. However, the Islamic religious text, or Quran, has no specific law instructing women to wear hijab, and many women choose to wear hijab for personal reasons.
It is also traditional for men to sport long hair and beards. Much of this has to do with Islamic tradition and rules, and to this day it is common to see Middle Eastern men with elaborate facial hair. Men in arid desert landscapes such as Egypt also wear head scarves to protect their hair, scalp and neck from the harsh sun.
People maintained their hair by visiting local bath houses. Women with long hair often treated it with henna, a natural dye. Men shaved and doused hair with oils in order to keep its shine. Men and women with thick, wavy hair were often admired.
Modern Hairstyles
While many Islamic women in Middle Eastern countries wear the hijab to cover their hair, recent generations of Muslim women are becoming more experimental with haircuts and hair dye. Youth or university students commonly sport shorter hairstyles than previous generations, and many young men choose not to have facial hair.
Some young women choose not to wear head scarves, and while this is generally accepted on a college campus or at a youth-oriented business, wearing a head scarf is still common for many middle-aged women. In more secular countries such as Turkey, a head scarf can be worn casually, with some of the hair visible at the crown of the head. In some stricter regions, such as Saudi Arabia, many women cover all of their hair and much of their faces as well.
Men who live in rural areas still grow facial hair, and women still dress conservatively and grow their hair long. In urban environments, rules are generally less strict, and both men and women can choose to have alternative, Westernized hairstyles.
Coloring hair is becoming more popular in the Middle East. Many Middle Easterners have naturally dark hair, especially in countries such as Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Israel. Turkish men and women may have lighter hair. Because dyeing darker hair is often more difficult, many people choose to embrace their natural color and to experiment instead with different haircuts.
Ceremonial Hairstyles
Many Middle Eastern holidays and traditions are very elaborate, and dressing and decorating one's hair and body with extravagant clothes and hairstyles is customary. For a wedding ceremony, many women have their hair braided and laced with ribbons or jewels. Starting in the fourteenth century, men in high positions of religious leadership typically wore turbans; during the mid-Ottoman Empire, many wore fezzes to symbolize stature.
While some Middle Eastern countries strive to be secular, many still celebrate Islamic holidays and continue the tradition of weeklong wedding celebrations. That's why it is customary for both men and women to maintain traditional long hair.
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Finding the right style for your age can be difficult. Face shape, hair texture, even color are factors in choosing the best hairstyle. A man who is 44 has fewer options -- as they do at every age -- than a woman who is 44. This is the age where you want to look mature, but not yet "old." Hairstyles can still be fun, professional and complementary to your features.
Men's Hairstyles
A man who is 44 wants an easy hairstyle that does not take much time to style, according to the New Fashion Trends website. This means shorter hairstyles, with less product. All of these work with any facial shape.
The Brush Cut hairstyle is cut short on the sides and back, with the top being cut evenly at a certain length. If longer, it is styled upward; otherwise it is cut short enough to stand up on its own, resembling the bristles of a brush. The Business Man's Cut is a very appropriate haircut for a man aged 44. This hairstyle is parted on the side and the hair is cut a little longer in the front and top and shorter on the sides and back. Hair gel can be used or it can simply be styled when wet. Also known as the "High and Tight," the Military Cut is ideal for no fuss short hair. There are a few subtle differences with various Military Cuts, but they all work for most types of hair. It involves the hair being shaved on the back and sides and very short on top. There are no "bangs" with this style cut.
Women -- Short
A 44-year-old woman might lean toward a short haircut because it is low maintenance. Adding layers helps keep the look hip and stylish. Adding layers at a bob's length gives the hair texture and creates volume, according to the Tips for Moms website. At this age, it is best to keep the cut length symmetrical on all sides. Bangs may add a youthful appearance, but it depends on your face shape. At this stage, you probably know whether you should have bangs or not.
Women -- Medium
Medium-length hair is safe, as it can still be pinned up or curled. It is a nice compromise between dramatic short hair and really long hair. Hair at this length can be cut straight or with layers. However, if your hair is thinning, layers may only add to the problem. Parting hair to the side adds volume and style.
Women -- Long
"There are many misconceptions regarding older women and longer hairstyles," opines Paul Jones of the website Tips for Moms. "There is nothing wrong with an older woman wearing a longer style as long as it does have style." Long hair can be curled or worn up, and it has the most versatility style-wise. There is no reason a mature woman cannot have this type of hair. The best long styles for a 44-year-old are long layers, with shorter strands around the face, or a straight cut that is, depending on the type of hair, lightly curled at the ends or tousled. Though a woman can embrace her gray hair, Good Housekeeping also recommends that instead of going darker to hide grays, add blond highlights to cover those grays as well as lighten the face.
To make a hair bow, you can simply wrap a piece of ribbon around a section of hair or ponytail and tie the ribbon in a bow. But, to get a fancy hair bow, you’ll need to make the bow ahead of time and attach it to a hair clip or barrette. Craft stores sell ribbon in a wide variety of colors, widths and prints. Ribbon that’s about 1/2 to 1-inch wide will be easiest to work with. Polyester, satin or grosgrain ribbon all work well for hair bows.
Instructions
Make a Hair Ribbon Bow With Loops
1. Start the bow a few inches away from the end of the ribbon, to leave a tail for the bow. You make want short tails for a compact puffy bow, or long tails to stream down the back of the hair or ponytail.
2. Make a loop in the ribbon about half the size that you want the finished bow. Hold the loop together with your fingers. Make another loop the same size on the opposite side of the bow.
3. Make a smaller loop of ribbon on top of the first loop. Make another loop the same size on the opposite side.
4. Continue making loops until the bow is as full as you want. Cut the ribbon, so that the ribbon tail is the same size as the ribbon tail on the first side.
5. Place a clothespin in the center of the bow to temporarily hold the loops together.
6. Cut a piece of ribbon that’s long enough to wrap around the center of the bow. Wrap the ribbon around the center of the bow, then glue the ends of this ribbon together.
7. Fluff out the loops so that the bow looks full and even.
8. Glue the hair bow to the top of a hair clip or barrette.
Make a Hair Ribbon Tailored Bow
9. Cut a piece of ribbon that’s about twice as long as you want the bottom of the hair bow. Hot glue the ends of the ribbon together to make a circle.
10. Put a small dab of hot glue on the inside of the circle, where the ribbon ends overlap. Press the top of the circle onto the hot glue to make the circle into two loops.
11. Make two more sets of ribbon loops, each slightly smaller than the previous one. Stack the loops on top of each other, with the largest loop on the bottom and the smallest loop on top. Hot glue the ribbon loops together in the center.
12. Cut a piece of ribbon that’s long enough to wrap around the center of the bow. Wrap the ribbon around the center of the bow, then glue the ends of this ribbon together.
13. Cut pieces of ribbon to make tails for the bow (optional). Glue the tails to the back of the bow.
14. Glue the tailored hair bow to the top of a hair clip or barrette.
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Pageant games put kids in the world of a beauty pageant competition.
Beauty pageants have prospered for decades, with competitions such as Miss America, Miss USA and Miss World ingraining themselves into the cultural consciousness and, in the process, spawning pageants catering to men and children. Kids can get some beauty pageant experience by playing games that measure quintessential pageant themes such as beauty, personality and talent.
Beauty Pageant Queen
Kids choose three of their favorite contestants to advance to the next round of "Beauty Pageant Queen," accessible at various free game sites. Once kids choose their contestants, they drag dresses and accessories to the girls. To dress a particular girl, players click that girl. After dressing each girl, players drag the girls to numbered award platforms, and rank each girl. Kids then adorn contestants with crowns, blue ribbons and, for the winner, a pageant banner.
Lovely Lisa
Kids learn that non-physical attributes carry just as much, if not more, importance than beauty in "Lovely Lisa," available for the Nintendo DS platform. Interactive dolls help kids balance leisure and hard work, awarding them with points if they perfect beauty skills and techniques, do household chores and learn career skills via various jobs. While players reap rewards, such as accessories, clothing, hairstyles and makeup, they must have the best skills in all categories when competing in the Heart Hill pageant. Kids continue learning to balance fun and work in the sequel game, "Lovely Lisa & Friends," which also includes a Heart Hill pageant competition.
Pageant Princess
Contestants compete in a series of pageants in "Pageant Princess," available as an online game or one-hour, free-trial download at sites like GameHouse. Kids drag and drop contestants to desired stations, where attendant Bess walks over to help the girls. Stations include hair/pedicure, facial masks/makeup, accessories and a station for changing into pageant attire. Contestants waiting too long for Bess get angry, start crying and eventually leave. With all prepping complete, kids drag contestants to the stage entrance, where judges score them on interview responses, casual/evening wear and talent. Players advance to the next level if they reach their target score. Throughout the game, players purchase upgrades to help expedite their tasks.
Party Pageant
Putting themselves in the shoes of pageant contestants, kids engage in pageants as part of a party's festivities. Adults prepare a stage area and a backdrop, and assign a host and judges. On a piece of paper, kids write "Mr." or "Ms." and information to identify them. For instance, for a "Mr. World Junior" or "Ms. World Junior" pageant, kids write the name of the country they represent. Pin the paper to their clothing so the host and judges can easily identify the contestants. The pageant consists of three rounds: "Themed Posing," in which all contestants appear on stage simultaneously and perform several different poses; "Themed Interview," in which contestants take turns answering a question from the host; and "Talent," in which contestants showcase a talent of their choice. At the end of the last round, judges hand their scores to the host, who tallies the results and announces a winner. The winner receives a prize for their accomplishments.
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Every bride is beautiful, but it doesn't hurt to have great hair. Even simple wedding hairstyles look elaborate when they're carefully styled and accessorized with flowers, jewels, veils and other embellishments. Browse Lebanese wedding hairstyles to create a traditional look that's simple, elegant and easy to accessorize, and create a beautiful look on your wedding day.
Crowning Glory
Create an elegant, simple updo with a high, sleek bun. Gather hair at the crown of your head and secure it with an elastic band. Brush the long length of hair to smooth it out, then wrap it around the band in a circular pattern to create a large bun. Secure the underside of the bun with bobby pins to keep stray hairs in place. Accessorize with a colorful veil that rests on the forehead and drapes down.
Hair Waterfall
Gather hair at the crown of your head to create a sleek ponytail. Curl the long length of hair, and drape it down one shoulder to create a long hair waterfall for a romantic, elegant effect. Accessorize with a hair flower to add a bright pop of color.
Soft Drape
Gather hair at the nape of your neck, and wrap with an elastic band to create a low ponytail. Curl the long hair and drape it over one shoulder to create a soft, stylized look. Part the front of your hair on one side to add detail. Embellish with a tiara or jeweled headband to add glitter and shine.
Long Braid
Part your hair down the middle and gather it at the nape of your neck. Braid the length, and let the long braid trail down one shoulder to create a neat, clean wedding hairstyle. Embellish the style by braiding in colored ribbons or beads.
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Curly hair can be difficult to manage but it looks beautiful when put in an updo. There are so many options, from fun and sassy looks to sleek and sophisticated. It is not difficult to create just the right look for you.
Instructions
1. Spray your hair with hairspray. An aerosol is the best choice because it dries faster. Hair with some product in it is much easier to handle and style.
2. Gather your hair at the nape of the neck. Hold it in a loose pony tail with one hand.
3. Twist it up, bringing the ends toward the top of your head. Attach your hair with a barrette or clip. Arrange your curls on top of your head.
4. Another option is to put your curly hair into a ponytail in the middle of your head. Secure it with a hair elastic or coated rubber band.
5. Hold the end of the hair. Slowly wrap it around the ponytail into a bun. Use bobby pins to secure it in place. You may decide to leave some of the curls out and pile them on top of your head.
6. A third option is to part your hair in the desired place. Create a low ponytail to the side of your neck, leaving the top of your head with some height to it.
7. Fasten hair with an elastic or rubber band. Arrange curls by pinning them in various places, to create a ball of curls.
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