Treat My Shaved Head

Maintain your shaved head with the proper tools.

Not all men are naturally bald; therefore, they must shave their head to achieve the look. In addition to shaving your head properly, there are daily and weekly maintenance requirements to keep the scalp in tip-top shape. Knowing what products work for your shaved head will help you if a problem arises, such as sunburn. Keep the scalp looking shiny and new with the proper maintenance schedule.

Instructions

1. Shampoo your scalp every day to maintain the natural oils that the scalp produces. If not, small red bumps may appear. Choose a mild shampoo that is acid-based, which is milder than a traditional shampoo that contains alkaline.

2. Exfoliate the scalp one to two times a week to remove dead skin cells. Like the rest of your body, the scalp will regenerate skin cells that will need to be exfoliated to prevent ingrown hairs. Purchase a mild skin exfoliate that is formulated for the face or scalp.

3. Moisturize your scalp in the shower and out of the shower. Purchase a moisturizing conditioner to rub on the scalp after the shampoo. This will help the scalp retain moisture. Scalps that are not moisturized may become dry and flaky, which leads to itching.

4. Apply a daily moisturizer with SPF to the scalp after the shower. The moisturizer should be mild and for the face or scalp. Use fingers to rub the lotion into the skin.

5. Massage the scalp once a week for three to four minutes. A good head massage, which can be done by yourself or a professional, will bring blood flow to the area, sooth nerves and relax your muscles. Massage the scalp with the balls of your fingertips, in an upward motion, applying firm pressure.

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Make Mexican Name Bracelets

Mexican bracelets are fun to make and give as gifts.

If you're looking for a gift with a personal touch, you can't beat the fun of a homemade Mexican name bracelet. They look effortlessly chic on everyone from children to adults, and always bring a touch of humor to an outfit. Put your craft skills to the test and organize a Mexican bracelet-making party to impress your friends, or simply design a few in secret for great surprise gifts.

Instructions

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1. Cut a thin sheet of plastic into a narrow bracelet-shaped, 1/3-inch-by-4-inch strip. Cut a narrow slit at the top of one end.

2. Choose which color you would like as the bracelet's block color and insert the end into the slit of the plastic sheet. For the purposes of illustration, this will be called "Thread A." Tie the thread around the width of the sheet and fasten with a knot.

3. Pick the color you want to use for the letters and cut six threads to 8 inches in length. Lay the six threads side-by-side along the length of the plastic with an even amount of thread dangling off at both ends. Take Thread A and begin to wind tightly around the six threads along the length of the bracelet.

4. Wind Thread A around one-third of the length of the bracelet. Pull all threads taut and make sure that Thread A is tightly wound with no visible gaps.

5. To introduce the third color ("Thread B"), lay it along the length of the bracelet and wind Thread A around it several times to hold it in place. Cut Thread A when the new color is firmly in place.

6. Now you are ready to begin inserting letters. The six underlying threads are the ones that make up the body of each letter. Create a letter by weaving Thread B between the initial six threads to reveal the chosen letter shape. For example, to get the letter F, you will first need to weave Thread B underneath all six threads twice. Next weave Thread B over the top of all three bottom threads, under the fourth, over the fifth and under the top thread. Repeat this weave five times to complete the letter F. For thicker letters simply weave extra layers.

7. Weave other letters in the same way -- this gets easier with practice.

8. When you have finished spelling out the name, reintroduce the block color of Thread A in the same way that you introduced Thread B. Lay Thread A against the plastic sheet and wind Thread B tightly around it to keep it in place.

9. Cut Thread B when you are ready to complete the third section of the bracelet. Continue winding Thread A around the plastic sheet all the way to the end. Ensure that there are no gaps.

10. Cut a slit into the sheet when you reach the end and wind Thread A through to keep it in place. Then cut Thread A.

11. Take a lighter and carefully burn the end of the plastic sheet on both ends -- making sure that you have moved the remainder of the six threads away from the flame. Run the flame quickly over the bracelet so that you get the desired effect without setting it on fire. This should melt everything together and keep the ends firmly in place without burning the thread. Trim any loose ends.

12. Braid the remaining six threads that are dangling over each edge of the woven and plastic body of the bracelet. Braid all the way to the end and seal each end with a knot. Place over your wrist and tie both ends together to complete your fun Mexican name bracelet.

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Cut Bangs For The First Time

Bangs can change your hairstyle almost instantly.

Cutting hair requires both skill and practice. One way to keep hair trimmed is to cut your own bangs. Though you can always pop in to your stylist for a bang trim, sometimes given for free between appointments, you may want to give it a go yourself. Even if you have never had bangs, creating bangs can be done with a steady hand and a little practice.

Instructions

1. Make sure you want bangs. Know that bangs are not flattering to every facial shape. Use a photo of yourself with your hair pulled off your face. Using either a computer editing program or a magic marker in a color close to your own hair color, draw bangs on the picture of you. See if you like the way bangs change your look. To do this test without using a picture, take the front portion of your hair, and using a hair clip -- create bangs by clipping the hair up to the length of bangs.

2. Wash and dry your hair. Have clean hair before cutting your bangs. Separate hair and pull back hair that is not going to be cut. Secure the rest of your hair with clips or bands to keep it out of your way. Leave the section of hair you will be cutting to bangs.

3. Dip a comb in water and comb out the hair. Stand in front of a well-lit mirror. Using a steady hand, trim your hair to create bangs. Know that you can always cut more hair to make the bangs shorter, but you cannot undo cutting off too much hair. Use your dominant hand and cut bangs, starting at one side and continuing on to the other. Cut straight across to create a blunt bang and use an angled cut to create sweeping bangs.

4. Dry your hair to see if you like the length of your bangs. Know that hair shrinks as it dries, so check the length before cutting more hair off. Repeat the wetting, combing and trimming process if you want your new bangs to be shorter. If you have wavy or curly hair, your bangs will shrink more than if you have straight hair.

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Haircuts For Teenage Girls With Long Hair

Most long haircuts can be styled straight, wavy or curly for markedly different effects.

If you're a teenager with long hair, you may want to try a new and fresh haircut that is more fashion conscious, adult, subtle or just plain different from the hair you had when you were young, without losing the length you have spent years growing. There are tons of long haircuts that are pretty, trendy, subtle or even totally shocking, so it's easy to find a long cut that's as individual as you are.

One-Length Straight Cut

One-length hair is easy to style and can be worn in different ways on different days.

The most basic long haircut is a one-length cut. This requires your hairdresser to cut hair so that all ends fall to approximately the same location, creating straight ends and a sleek and unified look. This subtle, pretty cut looks best on hair that is not overly thick or curly, because such a cut can create a triangular effect on such hair types. One-length long hair is versatile and can be styled into an up-do with relative ease---an ideal choice if you like to have lots of looks with just one cut. Moreover, you can add bangs to draw attention to your face and cheekbones and as a quick way to make a trendy, urban update to your hairstyle.

Long Layers

Long layers are flattering to hair types both straight and curly.

A long layered style makes long hair trendy and more mature looking for college, the job hunt or just to impress your friends. It usually features a long base of hair and some shorter pieces toward the surface of your style. Layers can be subtle or very defined--you have many options to choose from. Long layers can add dimension to thinner hair, shape to thicker hair and provide a more definite style to long haircuts. The right layers will create a flattering, on-trend look that you can easily grow out should you want another change later.

Long Shag

A shaggy haircut is an edgy, confident look that complements your individual style.

A long shag haircut is essentially a more pronounced version of long layers. The hair is cut to widely varying lengths, often shorter at the top and around the face and longer at the back and bottom, although the front can be the longest part for a particularly edgy effect. A shag haircut can be as shocking or as subtle as you want it to be, and it is versatile. You can look anything from neat and tidy for an interview to wild and confident for a date just by moving the shorter pieces around your head and applying mousse or a barrette.

Curved/Angled

A curved style will add dimension and depth to straight, thin hair.

Similar to a one-length cut, curved and angled hair features smooth, clean lines marking the bottom of your haircut. However, instead of a straight horizontal cut, it features slightly less length and hair that either curves up toward the face or forms a V shape down from the nape of your neck. The result is a more distinct style that boosts the intensity of thinner hair and makes it easier to wake up and go to school or out with friends in a hurry with an obvious style in place. Curved or angled styles work for all face shapes and hair types, but are most frequent on people with straight hair. On curly hair, a curved cut can add shape and neatness, but it won't look as edgy.

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Prom Updo Directions

Updos are popular for prom because the style is considered timeless.

Give yourself a prom updo for an elegant formal look. The updo works well with long and medium-length hair -- if your hair is too short to pull into a ponytail, it's too short for a basic updo. For the sleekest prom updo, wash, condition and blow dry hair, then straighten with a flat iron. For a curly look, leave strands of hair loose in front and curl with curlers or a curling iron.

Instructions

1. Section hair into our parts: top, left side, right side and back. Separate and clip any sections of hair you want to hang loose. Brush the underside of each section from the scalp to the ends.

2. Pull sections together in the back and secure with a hair band to make a low ponytail at the nape of the neck.

3. Twist ponytail hair into a neat rope and pull the hair around the hair band, using pins to secure. Tuck the end underneath and pin.

4. Remove hair clips. Curl loose sections of hair with a curling iron or curlers, if desired. Adjust hair with your fingers in the front and sides, pinning where necessary.

5. Spray with hairspray to set.

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Use Plastic Hair Curlers

Plastic hair rollers can create curls of all sizes.

You can use plastic hair rollers to create curls or soft waves in nearly any type of hair style or length. Hair rollers are slim circular tubes that function as a base for hair to wrap around. Plastic hair rollers contain small holes to provide sufficient ventilation as the hair dries and the curls set. This type of hair curler is popular as no heat is required to create the curls. Plastic hair rollers also work well on damaged or over-processed hair without causing further damage. Using plastic hair rollers is a simple, but time-consuming process, which yields effective results.

Instructions

1. Wash your hair with shampoo and rinse thoroughly with warm water. Apply a dime-size amount of conditioner, focusing on the ends that are prone to damage. Rinse all products out of your hair and towel dry. Hair should be slightly damp when putting in plastic hair rollers.

2. Fill your palm with hair mousse and work through the hair, from root to tip. The amount of mousse used will depend on the length of your hair. Mousse helps keep the curls in place and will prevent the hair from slipping out of the plastic rollers.

3. Smooth out the hair with a wide-tooth comb. Gently work through any tangles that you may encounter along the way. Apply a detangling spray to help remove any difficult knots. Use the comb to create a part down the center of your scalp.

4. Section the hair into one-inch sections using the wide-tooth comb. You can use larger sections to create loose curls, if desired. Pull and secure the surrounding hair up and out of the way with several hair clips.

5. Comb out the one-inch section of hair and pull it straight. Place the plastic hair roller at the end of the hair section. Roll the hair under the plastic curler and upwards to the skull. Ensure that you hold the hair tightly to create a secure curl. Insert a hair clip around the curler to keep in place.

6. Curl the entire head in the same manner. Set the curls by giving the hair a two-minute pass under the blow dryer on high heat. Place the blow dryer a minimum of six inches from the scalp and direct the heat over each plastic curler.

7. Cover the scalp with a hair net to allow time for the curlers to set. Leave the plastic curlers in the hair for at least two hours. For the best results, leave the curlers in the hair overnight. Always allow sufficient time for the hair to dry before removing the rollers.

8. Remove the plastic rollers by removing the clip and carefully unrolling the hair. Finger-comb through the curls to help loosen the curls and to create body. Gently smooth out the hair and style it using a wide bristle brush. Give the hair a light mist of hair spray to keep it in place.

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Fun Textured Hairstyles

If you want to change your hairstyle, you'll want to make sure that you have a fresh and versatile style you can pull out of your face when you you go out, or leave it loose while hanging out with friends. A fun textured cut is a good way to make your hair interesting and give it movement. Choose a style that suits your personality and you'll be able to change it with your mood.

Short

If you love short hair, you can create a fun textured hairstyle by asking your hairstylist for a layered, short-cropped style, with most of the volume on top. Slick it back when you hit the beach or the mall, and flip it out for a big party. Play up the texture in your hair by adding in some styling wax and running your fingers through to show the cut's versatility. Look for pictures of stars like Rihanna to show your hairstylist for ideas and clarification.

Another idea is a choppy bob, a fun look you can style according to your mood. Ask your hairstylist to use a razor comb to cut in some texture all over the head.

Medium

If your hair is somewhere between your chin and your shoulders, you can get a cute layered style you can continually change. Ask your stylist for face-framing layers and a shaggy silhouette. This style is easy to maintain and needs little prep work. If you want the texture to look soft and refined, you can blow-dry with a round brush and set with some flexible hairspray. If you want your texture to be the easiest part of your day, scrunch in a light water-based gel when your hair is damp and leave to air dry. The texture in your hair will make the look wavy.

Long

You may automatically think that texture is only meant for short- or medium-length hairstyles. However, if you favor long locks that hang down your back, cutting some texture can make your hair look more fashion forward, and help with the weight, heat and frizz factors in your hair. Ask your stylist to cut some layers to lighten the hair. Choose long layers that blend. You'll find that the new texture reduces the frizz from humidity. The look is cool and fashionable.

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