Hairstyles For A Bride With A Veil

Pull the top up and let the rest flow under your veil.

You want everything to be perfect on your wedding day, and that includes your hair. Rather than waiting until the last minute to decide on a style, try out several before the big day. This allows you to see how a style holds up throughout the day and how it looks with the veil. When your man raises the veil for your first kiss as husband and wife, you'll be glad you found the perfect hairstyle to go under the veil.

Updo

Sweep your hair to the back of your head into a French twist with the veil in front or pull it into a chignon at the base of your neck with soft tendrils surrounding your face under your veil. Perhaps you'd prefer a cascade of curls tumbling out of your tiara or a high braid that creates a natural crown for the veil. Another option is a French braid down the center of your head with a tiara crown veil or French braid down the sides with the remaining hair gathered at the nape of the neck into a chignon.

Partially Upswept

Create a partial undo as you pull the curls on top forward into the crown of the veil, and allow the back curls to tumble free. Consider gathering the top hair and twisting it into a crown and allowing the rest to hang down. A French braid gathered at the crown with strands of curled hair by the ears offsets a veil and tiara as does adding some teased lift to the front and braiding small sections of hair. You might like to gather all the hair before the ears, pull it up and clip it off center by the crown.

Down

Let your long straight hair flow naturally down your back under the veil or set it in large rollers to create bouncy waves. Try a ton of tiny ringlets tucking out of your tiara under a light veil or larger spiral curls. Maybe you'd prefer a deep side part as you sweep a curly set to one side or part it down the middle with the tiara set on top. Finger waves or a short spiky look are other options.

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Make A Tutu Hairbow Holder

A ballerina skirt is the inspiration for a tutu hairbow holder.

Even little girls want to wear outfits that make them feel beautiful from head to toe. Finding the right hairbow or barrette is as much a part of finishing an outfit as choosing shoes. Keeping hairbows and barrettes organized will help her see what she has, so she can coordinate her hair accessories with her outfits. A tutu hairbow holder will give a girl a pretty place to keep her hairbows and barrettes organized.

Instructions

1. Draw the outline of the tutu bodice on the cardboard with a pencil. It should be a few inches longer than you want the finished look to be to allow for attaching the skirt. When you're satisfied with the design, trace over it with a marker to make it more visible.

2. Cut out the bodice with a craft knife. Cut a small hole in each of the shoulders of the bodice. These will allow you to thread a ribbon to hang your hairbow holder.

3. Cut a fabric of your choice to cover the front of the bodice with an overlap of 1 to 2 inches on the back. Lay the fabric on your work surface with the wrong (plain) side up. Lay the cardboard bodice over it. Squeeze a layer of hot glue around the edge of the cardboard bodice. Press the fabric firmly against it, pulling it tight to prevent bubbles or wrinkles on the front. Allow the glue to dry completely.

4. Cut the tulle into strips measuring 4 by 12 inches. These strips will make up the skirt of the hairbow holder. The length can be adjusted to your needs. Pleat or "scrunch" one end of a strip of tulle so it's about 2 inches wide. Glue it to the cardboard bodice, a few inches from the bottom. Repeat this until the skirt is complete. It should look full.

5. Cut the ribbon into lengths of 10 inches. Glue a strip of ribbon on each strip of tulle. Glue a silk flower over the top of the tulle and ribbon to give the skirt a finished look. Allow the glue to dry completely.

6. Cut a length of ribbon to about 12 inches. Tie each end through a hole in the bodice shoulders. This will allow you to hang your hairbow holder.

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Hair Loss Disorders Caused By Perm Chemicals

The chemicals used in permanents as well as hot oil hair treatments can result in swelling of the hair follicles because they can become inflamed, FamilyDoctor.org notes. Inflammation is detrimental to your scalp and hair follicles.

Scarring

When inflammation occurs, it causes scarring to your scalp and results in hair loss.TrueDorin.com adds that overuse of permanents, as well as overuse of hair dyes or hair straighteners, can result in hair loss, which may or may not be permanent.

Rash

When a permanent is given and a strong alkaline solution is used, this solution can be absorbed into your skin and irritate your scalp. Your skin may start burning, and a rash may appear.

Breaking

If hair is coiled too tightly on the rods that are used when giving a permanent, it may cause your hair to break off or fall out. Leaving neutralizer on too long can damage your hair as well. If your hair is thin to begin with, and you perm or dye it, this can cause your hair to break off.

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Select A Hairstyle For The Spring Formal

Your hairstyle is a very important complement to your prettiest spring formal dress. The perfect hairstyle can make you look even more glamorous than your usual coif. Spend some time to select the perfect hairstyle before you go to the spring formal and you'll feel like a princess.

Instructions

1. Figure out what kind of dress you're wearing before you think about a hairstyle. Some dresses, like strapless dresses, look better with loose hair. Others look more elegant with an updo.

2. Do some research. Some teen magazines feature hairstyles in their issues a few months before prom, which is the perfect time for you to choose a hairdo for your spring formal. You also might want to look at hair-specific magazines, which are usually in the women's magazine section.

3. Consult your hairstylist before the spring formal. You can show her a picture of your dress and she can give you an idea of what styles would look good on you. Meeting with your hairstylist ahead of time will ensure you will like your hairstyle before you hit the dance floor.

4. Arm a friend with hairbrushes, styling products and bobby pins if you can't afford a hairstylist. Trying out new hairdos in the privacy of your own home can be fun and interesting. You might even discover a great style you hadn't thought would look good on you.

5. Ask your mother for a second opinion. What looks good in a hair stylist's chair or your friend's bedroom might not be something you will be happy with in your spring formal pictures. A mother's perspective often can help you decide between a few hairstyle choices.

6. Shake your head after you get your hairdo. Your hair should be able to look good after a fast dance. Test your hair after you get it done and see if it can stand up to a little headbanging.

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Buy Used Hair Salon Clippers

Hair clippers can be used to create a close, neat hairstyle for men. These tools can also be very expensive. One way to learn use hair salon clippers and save your money is to purchase used hair clippers. Before you go out and buy the first pair of used hair clippers you find, there are several precautions you should take. Doing so will ensure that you purchase the equipment that will properly create the hairstyles you desire.

Instructions

1. Contact reputable hair salons or teaching centers (such as Toni & Guy) in your area regarding the purchase of used hair clippers. More often than not, these places will not advertise products such as used hair clippers, so you will need to contact them. You may need to make several phone calls before you find a seller.

2. Make sure the brand of salon clippers is one you are familiar with and know is dependable. A trusted brand will be more likely to last and will be easier to have fixed should the clippers break.

3. Check that the clippers have all attachments. If they are missing any attachments, find out if you will be able to replace those attachments.

4. Turn the clippers on and observe the sound and vibration. If the clippers have a harsh, loud sound or if they are too shaky, avoid buying them. The clippers should feel and sound smooth.

5. Test the clippers on a mannequin if possible to make sure that the clippers do not pull the hair. Clippers should remove hair in a quick and easy movement. If you feel any resistance from the clippers, they are not working properly.

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Is Porous Hair Damaged Hair

Is Porous Hair Damaged Hair?

In healthy hair, the outer cuticle layer scales lie flat and gently overlap one another. Porous hair, however, is hair that has endured chemical, mechanical or physical trauma that has caused the cuticle scales on its outermost layer to lift.

What is Porosity?

Porosity refers to the hair's ability to absorb moisture. Porous hair readily absorbs moisture, but releases it just as fast. This leaves the hair feeling dry. While hair is naturally porous, various environmental factors can damage the hair and increase its porosity.

Causes

Hair porosity is caused by mechanical or handling damage from blow-dryers, flat irons, harsh shampoos, and chemical damage from permanent colors, relaxers, the sun and chlorinated water.

Porous Hair & Chemical Processing

Porous hair has lifted cuticles that allow it to process chemical treatments at a faster rate. Great care should be taken when chemically treating porous hair.

Correcting Porosity

Porous hair can be corrected by using acidic or acid-balanced conditioning treatments. Acidic treatments constrict the cuticle and cause the cuticle layers to lie flatter.

Porosity Test

Hair porosity can be felt along the hair strand. Dull, rough, straw-like hair is typically porous hair. Sleek, smooth, shiny hair is typically non-porous.

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Do A Straw Set For Black Hair

A straw set can be a convenient way to wear natural black hair. Because it does not involve heat or excessive pulling, it can also be a healthy style for relaxed hair as well. Follow these directions if you would like to learn do a straw set for black hair.

Instructions

1. WASH YOUR HAIR FIRST

The first step in doing a straw set for black hair should be to thoroughly clean your hair before the actual straw set process. Because black hair is fragile, you should make sure that you are using the best shampoo possible for your hair type.

2. CONDITION YOUR HAIR

For this straw set, and for basic everyday use, any basic conditioner will do the trick. Using the right conditioner is not nearly as important as using the correct type of shampoo for black hair.

*DO NOT DRY YOUR HAIR AFTER YOU CONDITION IT!

3. MOISTURIZE YOUR HAIR

After your hair has been washed and conditioned, you will need to use a light moisturizer. Put a little bit of your favorite moisturizer in your hands and run it through your hair. Make sure to moisturize your scalp as well.

4. DISTRIBUTE SETTING LOTION THROUGHOUT YOUR HAIR

Spray your hair lightly with a couple of bursts of setting lotion. Remember, the more setting lotion you use the tighter the set, and vice-versa.

5. ARRANGE YOUR HAIR INTO A MANAGEABLE STATE

Take your wide-tooth comb and VERY GENTLY arrange your hair in a way that makes it easy to manage. Make sure that it mirrors the way that you want your spiral curls to fall when you are done.

*A wide-tooth comb should always be used on black hair. Use narrow tooth combs for parting your hair only.

6. DISBURSE THE STRAWS THROUGHOUT YOUR HAIR

Grab a straw and about an inch-width of hair and wrap it around the straw in a spiral fashion. Roll the hair up into a tight spiral, then pin it with the bobby pins. Complete this step until you are finished with your entire head. This takes a more than a little bit of time, so you will want to get comfortable.

For maximum health of black hair, you should allow your hair to air dry. For a more polished look, you can let your hair dry underneath the hair dryer - if this method is used, make sure to utilize a small but adequate amount of thermal hair protector in step three.

When you are completely finished you will have a head full of beautify curls. Good luck with your straw curl set.

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Make Bead Netting

Seed Beads

Bead netting is a pattern of different colored small seed beads that are strung together with open areas between the strings of beads. There are many patterns of bead netting as well as many different uses for bead netting. It can be used in jewelry-making, apparel embellishment, hair bows, doll clothes and home decor items. Learn how simple it can be to make a basic bead netting pattern and create lovely items with this beautiful beading technique.

Instructions

1. Divide the seed beads into three different color groups. For the purposes of stringing, we will refer to the beads as "Color A," "Color B" and "Color C."

2. Cut a 40-inch length of beading thread. String 4 Color A beads, 3 Color B beads and 4 Color A beads onto the beading thread and push the beads along the beading thread to leave a 4-inch tail at the end. Thread the needle back through the first Color A bead to create a circle of beads.

3. String 3 Color C and 3 Color A beads and thread the needle through the third Color A bead. Pull the beading thread tight to nestle all the beads together tightly.

4. String 3 Color B and 3 Color A beads and thread the needle down through the third Color A bead of the group of beads just strung.

5. Repeat Step 3 and Step 4 to create the foundational row of bead netting that is as wide as desired.

6. String 3 Color C and 3 Color A beads and thread the needle through the first Color A bead just added. Thread the needle through the next 3 Color C beads from the foundation row.

7. Add 3 Color A beads and thread the needle through the third Color A bead that was strung in Step 6.

8. String 3 Color B and 3 Color A beads and thread the needle through the third Color A bead that was strung in Step 7.

9. Repeat Step 7 and Step 8 across the row.

10. Repeat Step 6 through Step 9 to add as many beading rows as desired for the bead netting.

11. Finish the ends of the beading thread by threading them back through the threaded beads to bury the tails.

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Teen Pageant Hairstyles

Teen pageants require a lot of work, both to look the part and to prepare your talent presentation and interview skills. Choosing the right hairstyle is an important part of looking presentable. Select a hairstyle that suits you, rather than the latest fashion. You should take a classic style and tailor it to fit your needs.

Loose

Loose hair, whether medium-length or long, is a simple and classic look for a teen pageant. It's up to you whether to go smooth and sleek or have curls or waves. If you want to go for straight hair, you'll need to use a straightening iron and a smoothing hair serum, even if you think your hair is naturally straight. For curls or waves, use hot rollers or a curling iron and hair products designed for curls.

Bun

Modern bun hairstyles should be casual and slouchy, rather than tightly slicked back. They should be low, at the nape of the neck. You can choose to have your bun central or to one side. To create an effective bun for a teen pageant, take your hair into a ponytail, twist it into a bun shape and secure with grips and slides. You can choose to add a hair piece for extra volume.

Ponytail

A ponytail is another simple classic. As with the bun, a contemporary ponytail shouldn't be tight and slick, but casual and deliberately messy. For best results, start with slightly wavy or curly hair. One modern take on the ponytail is a twisted side ponytail. Gather your hair at your nape, as you would with a regular ponytail, twist the hair a few times in either direction so your hair rests on one shoulder and then secure.

Side-Parted Updo

If you prefer a sleeker look, try a classic updo. Start with straight and shiny hair. Create a side part at the front of your hair and smooth bangs to one side. Secure the rest of your hair up in a twist and fix it with pins or grips. This hairstyle works well with long or short hair and gives a classy and sophisticated appearance.

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Back Comb A Halfup & Halfdown Hairstyle

A back combed half-up, half-down hairstyle is a versatile look with volume.

The half-up, half-down hairstyle is a classic choice that softens the standard look of tightly pulling all your hair in a clip. Back combing the hair beneath the up section adds volume and sophistication, explaining why celebrities like Angelina Jolie and Jessica Biel have been spotted wearing this style at Red Carpet events. As with any hairstyle that involves back combing, technique and product affect whether your hair looks Oscar-worthy or just like it's bedhead gone wrong.

Instructions

1. Wash and towel-dry your hair. Comb your tresses and run a golf-ball sized dollop of mousse through your entire head to secure the texture and volume. The mousse also helps the back-combed section stay in place.

2. Draw an imaginary line between your ears, where a headband would sit, and twist the upper portion of hair into a clip so it's out of the way. Blow-dry the lower half of your hair straight or leave it damp and scrunch the wet hair with your fingers for messy-chic waves. Let damp, scrunched hair air-dry while back combing the upper half.

3. Remove the clip from the upper half of your hair and back comb the lowest 5 inches in the center of the upper section in 2 inch increments. Back comb by pressing the brush bristles into the hair starting midway in the strands and combing down toward the root instead of brushing out toward the tip. Repeat until the entire section is teased.

4. Apply a few shots of hairspray to the back-combed hair. The hairspray helps secure the poof position and volume.

5. Pull the remaining unteased hair from the upper section over the back-combed bump. Secure the gathered hair that hangs below the back-combed section using a clip or barrette.

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Where To Buy Vichy Cellulite Cream

Vichy cellulite creams are a new line of anti-cellulite treatments designed to break up fat pockets and eliminate cellulite build-up. After one month of use, predicted results will show a tightening and firming of the skin, thereby reducing the appearance of cellulite. Treatments can most easily be found at online retailers.

Vichy Website

The Vichy website offers Lipometric Contour Refining Intensive Care Cream. Each 6.78 fluid ounce bottle is designed to be spread over the thighs and other problem areas related to cellulite pockets. The lotion is not greasy or sticky, and can be put on immediately prior to getting dressed, as it will not rub off on clothing. Shipping is free for Vichy members.

Amazon.com

Amazon.com offers the Vichy Cellu Metric Cellulite Treatment. This is designed to be a 14-day treatment, which should firm and tighten skin by the end of the treatment cycle. It comes with both a day and evening application. The day treatment is designed to deplete fat pockets and diminish the appearance of cellulite. The evening serum breaks up lipids, which will prevent fat pockets from re-forming in the skin.

eBay

The online auction website, eBay, allows customers to purchase from seller's who have a product on hand and available for sale. Vichy Lipometric Cellulite Contour Refining creams and lotions are available from various sellers

Cosme-De

Cosme-De.com offers a two-pack set of Vichy Anti-Cellulite Cream, including both Lipo Peel Cellu-Equalizing Microabrasion and Lipo Metric Slimming Skin Resolution Care. This is an intensive skin treatment that should almost immediately even out the skin surface, break up fat pockets, and prevent cellulite from forming in the future. This company is based in Hong Kong.

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Get Rid Of A Perm

It's possible to release a perm with further treatments.

When you get a perm, chemicals are applied to your hair that alter its composition. Like its name, a perm is designed to be permanent so it can be difficult to remove it. There are, however, things you can do to relax your perm and get it closer to its original form.

Instructions

1. Shampoo your hair immediately with a deep cleaning or clarifying shampoo. If you have gotten your perm within the past 72 hours, this will help to remove some of the chemicals before they fully set in the hair. The sooner you shampoo your hair, the better your chances of removing your perm. Repeat the shampoo process several times to ensure you remove all the chemicals. If you have had your perm for more than a couple of days, the shampoo will have no effect on your perm.

2. Apply deep conditioner to your hair. Thick conditioners will coat your hair and help to weigh down your curls. If your perm is particularly tight, you'll notice a tangible difference when you use deep conditioner. Your curls will be tamer and less kinky.

3. Use hot oil treatments on your hair. These rich treatments also weigh hair down, resulting in reduced curls. Aim to treat your hair with these hot oil products about once a week to discourage curls.

4. Get your hair cut. The only foolproof way to get rid of your perm is to cut off the permed hair. If the majority of your hair is permed, this isn't a feasible option. You can, however, expedite the process by getting your permed hair trimmed every four weeks. This will remove portions of the permed hair regularly. Before you know it, you'll have removed all your permed hair.

5. Talk to your hair dresser about straightening treatments. This involves applying chemicals to your permed hair and then combing it straight. The chemicals work in the same way that they did when you got your perm, however, this time your hair will be repeatedly combed straight rather than put in curlers. Be aware that chemically straightening your hair does damage your hair in the same way a perm does. Since your hair has already been chemically treated when you got the perm, it will be more susceptible to further chemical damage.

6. Straighten your hair by using a blow dryer and straightening iron. While this is a temporary way to get rid of your perm, it will get you the results you want. Keep in mind that you want to avoid doing this daily as heated styling products do damage and dry the hair.

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Easy To Do Prom Updos

For prom, coming in second to a gorgeous dress is an elegant hairstyle to match. For most girls, detailed styling and countless hours are spent in the salon to achieve that star-quality hairstyle. Fortunately, if you are on a budget or running short on time, there are plenty of prom worthy updos that can be achieved with minimal effort from home.

Hairline Roll Style

This style creates soft rolls, keeping the hair well away from your face. It's perfect if you are planning to flaunt fabulous accessories like a necklace or earrings, or if you are wearing a top that's designed daringly with straps and a jeweled neckline.

To accomplish this style, start by brushing your hair to detangle it and make it silky. Then, add a good styling cream to hold your hair in place. With a rat-tail comb, make a deep side part and pick up a one-half to one-inch strand of hair that is closest to your hairline. Twist the strand clockwise into a tight roll and secure it with a hair roll clip. Do the same with hair on the other side of the part, clipping it in the same manner.

Pull these two twisted sections underneath your hair and band them with a hair bungee. Choose one that is the same color as your hair. To keep the twisted ends secure, use bobby pins. Use fancy pins encrusted with jewels and sparkles on top of the rolls. The rest of the hair is arranged in a silky bun at the back.

Simple Chignon

A chignon is an extremely graceful hair style that is popular at proms. It is also extremely easy to create. Shampoo your hair and condition it well. Follow this up with blow drying. Gather all the hair into a pony tail, and holding it at the base, twist the hair of the ponytail into a tight spiral. After this, coil the twisted spiral into a bun, and secure it with hairpins. You can even apply some gel to keep all the loose hair in place. A variation of this style is known as the Criss-cross Back where the ponytail is divided into three or four sections. Each section is then twisted into a bun in a criss-cross shape.

Sleek Ponytail

Celebrities like Eva Mendes, Hillary Duff and Christina Aguilera have popularized the ponytail and taken it beyond the boring hair style it was, making it look glamorous and gorgeous. You can experiment with these ponytails further, and wear them as high or as low as you want.

After you have brushed your hair and applied a styling cream, pull your hair back into a tight hairline. Secure it with a hair bungee. You can use a bungee that has a similar color to your hair, or go for a bright and sparkly one. You can even add some light curls to your ponytail with a curling iron.

As a variation, you can decorate your ponytail with elastics that are encrusted with jewels or even layer your entire ponytail with jeweled bands from top to bottom, at regular intervals of 2 to 4 inches. For more dazzle, wrap your hair with beaded strands or satin in colors matching your gown. Undoubtedly, with such a high glam quotient, people will find it hard to tear their eyes away from you.

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History Of Tabra Tunoa Jewelry

History of Tabra Tunoa Jewelry

Tabra Tunoa is a famous jewelry designer who owns an international firm under her own name. Sometimes she creates the jewelry herself. She is influenced by a variety of cultures through her travels. In addition to her own creations, she has an extensive collection from many places throughout the world. She uses her money and influence for political causes.

Beginnings

Tabra Tunoa studied Mayan and Aztec art at the University of Mexico City; San Jose, Costa Rica; and the Masana Art Institute in Barcelona, Spain, during the 1960s and 1970s.

Materials

Tabra Tunoa jewelry is made of 14 karat gold, sterling silver, 22 karat gold vermeil (gilded metal), bronze, antiqued brass and copper, accessorized with stones, beads, shells, dichroic (having two colors) glass, hand-cast resin, carved bone and more.

Organic

All of Tabra Tunoa jewelry is handmade, sometimes by Tunoa herself, other times by Bangladeshi women and Indonesian craftspeople.

Function

Tabra Tunoa International has jewelry for every part of the body: anklets, belts, bracelets, charms, earrings, necklaces, rings and pendants.

Money

Part of the funds earned from selling this jewelry goes to human rights and educational causes. Tabra Tunoa International also supports women's organizations like the Nari Uddug Kendra and Isabel Allende Foundation.

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Halloween Fantasy Hairstyles

Many people spend lots of time thinking up the perfect Halloween costume, but too often, the hairstyle is an afterthought. To get the most scare from your hair, carefully consider hairstyles that might enhance your spooky costume. If you don't have a costume in mind, you could even make your decision based on the Halloween hairstyle you like best.

Vampire

Vampires are more popular than ever now, thanks to the "Twilight" books and films, which became popular in around 2008, when the first movie in the series was released. For a traditional vampire hairstyle, color your hair black with a wash-out hair dye and spray in a white streak near the front. Alternately, you could dye your hair bright red, in homage to Victoria from the "Twilight" franchise. During the Middle Ages, having red hair and green eyes was considered a sign of being a vampire, so red hair for a vampire costume also has historical significance.

Witch

The witch costume is another Halloween fantasy classic. To get a witch-like hairstyle, backcomb your hair to make it messy and ratty. Pile up your hair at the back in a messy bun, and pin it in place, leaving some hair loose at the front. If you want to add extras to this hairstyle, you could attach bits of fake cobweb into the bun and spray in bits of color, such as orange or purple, with a wash-out aerosol hair dye spray.

Bride of Frankenstein

The Bride of Frankenstein hairstyle is by far the hardest fantasy Halloween hairstyle to create, but it'll get everyone's attention. Start with a dark base color to your hair -- dye your hair if necessary. Curl your hair with hot rollers. Once rollers are removed, heavily backcomb your hair until it stands up. Smooth down the top and sides and pin them in place, so that you have a horizontal beehive hairstyle. Spray with hairspray to set the style, and spray a white streak on each side with wash-out aerosol hair colorant.

Zombie Bride

A zombie bride or corpse bride costume is an interesting choice, as it's not overdone and it mixes a horror aspect with a touch of flounce and femininity. One hairstyle option is to dye your hair midnight blue, like Emily from Tim Burton's "The Corpse Bride" movie. Otherwise, you could matt your hair by backcombing and dipping segments in fake blood, for that "I've just eaten some brains" look.

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1950s Pinup Hairstyles

Pin-up hairstyles originally from the 1950s are still worn today.

In the 1950s, "pin-ups" were models or actresses featured in photographs in provocative poses that became iconic to the decade. While pin-up fashion was over the top, hair styles were glamorous and enticing and sometimes copied by everyday women looking for glamor in their daily lives.

Pin-Curls and Finger Waves

Many women in the 1950s, including pin-ups, did not allow their hair to remain straight, and wore their hair in pin curls and finger waves. Those with naturally curly or wavy hair were lucky to have the texture naturally, but women with straight hair had to manipulate their hair with strong products and setting tools. Pin-curls and finger waves were sexy, yet structured, which made them common pin-up styles.

Curled Bob

Some pin-ups wore their hair short and sassy. Famous actresses such as Marilyn Monroe and Grace Kelly popularized hair chopped short and rolled into a glamorous bob. Many other actresses and pin-up models also adopted this style. Hair was set with rollers to achieve the curled bob that was stiff and structured instead of loose and flowing.

Long Waves and Bangs

Like the curled bob, the long tresses were glamorous and meticulously set. The iconic dark-haired and edgy pin-up model, Bettie Page, wore her hair long and wavy with short, blunt-cut bangs. This retro style can still by seen worn by women today who are inspired by the pin-up style or rockabilly music scene.

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Short Hairdos And Styles For Your Wedding

Short hair is feminine.

You may think that you need long hair for your wedding. While many brides do grow their hair or add extensions for a long-haired look, short hair can be just as feminine and stylish for your wedding. In fact, it's a modern look for a bride. Also, for a simple look, you can just dress up a standard hairstyle with embellishments such as headbands and barrettes or even flowers.

Pin Curls

If you would like a romantic and retro hairdo for your wedding, create pin curls. Think of old Hollywood starlets as inspiration. As long as your hair is chin length or longer, this style should work well. Pin curls hold as long as setting lotion is used on your hair beforehand. Add a flower to amp up the drama. To keep the pin curls well defined, use strong hold hairspray on them.

Flip

A cute wedding style for straight, short hair is approximately chin-length, and a bit longer, with a cute flip-out at the ends. This works best on hair that is fine and already straight. To create this style, either you or a hairstylist will just want to blow dry your hair with a round brush and use a flat iron to straighten out any hair that isn't perfectly straight. Use the blow dryer with the round brush to flip out the ends of your hair while drying it.

Side Bangs

For an edgy short, bridal hairdo, consider a very short, pixie-type of haircut with longer, side-swept bangs in the front. In most pixie hairstyles, the front of your hair is kept short as well. In this hairstyle, keep the hair a bit longer on top, to create volume. The sides and back should be very short. The bangs should be longer than eye length. Sweep them to the side but allow them to cover most of your forehead. Adding subtle highlights make this hairstyle even more stylish.

Bob

A classic bob hairstyle is short and sassy. The great thing about a bob is that it's so versatile. You can either go with a classic bob with ends turned under or a graduated bob that is shorter in the back and longer in the front. When styling your hair for your wedding, a simple but dramatic option is to use a barrette with pearls on it to pull one side of your hair up.

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Make Hair Curlier

Make Hair Curlier

Curls can create fun, flirty hairstyles that are easy to care for and stylish any time of year. If you have loose waves or curls in your hair, you might wonder how you can create more curls, or get rid of frizz in order to emphasize the curls you already have. Luckily, there are several cuts and products on the market that can make curly hairstyles fun and easy to achieve.

Instructions

1. Visit a top salon to get a good cut. Ask friends with nice haircuts where they get their hair cut and make an appointment with a good stylist. Tell the stylist that you are trying to achieve a curly hairstyle. When the stylist looks at your hair, he or she will be able to tell what style will work with your hair type. Usually, curly hair does well with layered a cut to increase volume at the top of the head and minimize it around the face.

2. Choose a proper shampoo for your hair type. Curly hair tends to be dry, so it is important to choose shampoos and conditioners that will add enough moisture to your hair. You might also consider trying shampoos designed to lock in curls.

3. Use curl enhancing styling products. Shine- and oil based-products contain oils and ingredients that will moisturize your hair, encourage curl, and cut down on frizz. Think about trying products such as Aveda's Humectant or Round Trip by Paul Mitchell. You only need a nickel- or quarter-sized amount of product in order to do the job, so don't overdo it.

4. Buy a diffuser for your hairdryer. While it's best to dry curly hair naturally, you can create curly styles with a hairdryer as long as you use a diffuser to encourage curls and discourage frizz.

5. Use rollers or a curling iron if air drying or drying with a diffuser doesn't make your hair curly enough. You might also consider setting wet hair in braids. When your hair dries and you take it out of the braids, it will be very wavy. A perm might be an option, but can be damaging to hair and should always be done by a professional.

6. Avoid using a brush on curly hairstyles. Instead, use your fingers or a pick as much as possible. Let your hair be itself and, with your good haircut, it will always look like you have just walked out of a salon.

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Make Old Fashioned Fried Apple Pies

Use a firm and tart apple, such as the Granny Smith, in fried pies.

Old fashioned fried apple pies are little pillows of fried goodness made from scratch in the Southern states. The main ingredient of fried apple pies is dried apples. Drying apples was a preferred method of storing fresh apples for Southerners prior to refrigeration. Baking too many of these delectable pies is usually not a problem. However, you can freeze leftover pies and reheat them for a breakfast on the go, or eat them as a sweet treat along with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Instructions

Prepare the Filling

1. Add 3 cups of water to a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add 1 qt. of dried tart apple rings. Cover and cook on medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until the apples are soft, which should take approximately 15 minutes.

2. Add 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, 1 tbsp. lemon juice and 1 cup of sugar to the apples. Cook on medium heat, stirring, until the butter melts.

3. Add 1 tsp. of cinnamon, 1/2 tsp. of nutmeg and 1 tbsp. of dark brown sugar to the apples. Stir gently and remove the apples from the heat.

4. Allow the apples to cool completely while you prepare the crusts.

Make the Pie Dough

5. Add 2 cups of all-purpose flour to a medium bowl. Measure out 1/2 cup of lard and add to the flour; you can use vegetable shortening if you prefer, but old fashioned pies called for lard.

6. Mix the flour and lard with your dry fingers to break the lard into small pebble-like pieces; do this quickly so the heat of your fingers does not melt the shortening. Pour water, 1 tsp. at a time, to the flour mixture as you continue mixing it with your hands until you have added enough liquid to form a ball of dough. Chill the bowl of dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

7. Sprinkle flour over a dry surface. Place the ball of dough on the dusted surface and lightly dust a rolling pin. Roll the dough out into 1/4-inch thickness.

8. Use a bowl with a 7-inch-wide rim to cut out circles from the dough; you should be able to make approximately 12 circles. Roll the remaining scraps of dough and cut out additional circles.

Fry the Pies

9. Add lard, or vegetable shortening, to a large cast iron skillet. Heat the grease over medium-high heat until it is melted. Add more oil as needed as you should have 2 inches of oil in the pan.

10. Spoon 1 tbsp. of the cooled apple filling into the center of one of the dough circles. Fold the circle over to form a semi-circle so that the edges are lined up. Press a fork 1/4 of an inch from the edges to seal the two sides of dough together -- this is important to keep the filling from leaking out while the pies are frying.

11. Line a plate with paper towels and set aside.

12. Place a crimped pie into the hot oil. Fry each side of the pies for approximately 5 minutes or until the crust turns golden brown. Remove the pies and drain on the paper-towel lined plate.

13. Form and fry the remaining pies. Allow the pies to cool before serving.

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Make Hair Tonic

Tonic helps calm flyaways and frizz and moisturizes dry hair.

Hair tonic is a healthy treatment for hair that is massaged into the scalp and through the hair. Traditionally hair tonic has been used to promote healthy tresses and to style hair. Hair tonic was popular in the 1950s and 1960s but has been replaced in recent years by other hair products such as gel, mousse and hairspray. The defining characteristic of hair tonic is that it makes hair shiny. Save money and make your own tonic at home using natural ingredients. Use tonic as a hair conditioner by massaging a large amount into the hair and then washing it out.

Instructions

Hair Tonic for Itchy Scalp

1. Pour 1 cup of apple cider vinegar into a canning jar.

2. Squeeze 10 drops of tea tree oil into jar.

3. Secure jar's lid.

4. Shake jar for 15 seconds to thoroughly mix ingredients.

5. Pour tonic into the palm of your hand.

6. Massage into the scalp using a circular motion.

7. Wet the remainder of hair with tonic and work tonic into hair.

8. Allow tonic to soak into hair for five to 10 minutes.

9. Rinse hair with water and follow up with shampoo and conditioner.

Hair Tonic for Dry Hair

10. Break eggs and separate yolks from egg whites.

11. Pour two egg yolks into a canning jar.

12. Pour 2 tspn. gin into jar.

13. Close jar's lid tightly.

14. Shake jar for 15 seconds to thoroughly mix ingredients.

15. Pour tonic into the palm of your hand.

16. Massage into the scalp using a circular motion.

17.Wet the remainder of hair with tonic and work tonic into hair.

18. Allow tonic to soak into hair for five to 10 minutes.

19. Rinse hair with water and follow up with shampoo and conditioner.

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Get Tight Curls

There's nothing worse than spending hours curling your hair with a curling iron or hot rollers and having your curls fall out before you even leave the house. Some people are blessed with naturally curly hair and don't have this problem, but for those of us who have hair that's straight as a pin, it's a constant battle. It is possible to get tight curls that will not fall out at the drop of a hat.

Instructions

1. Spray a layer of firm hold hair spray on your hair from roots to ends. Roll your hair in the smallest hot rollers that you can find, wrapping your hair around the rollers in a spiral fashion so that when you take them out, you will have ringlets. Avoid brushing or combing your hair right after you have taken the hot rollers out or after you have curled your hair with a hot curling iron. This is a big mistake that many women make if their goal is to make the curl last. Spray the hair with a firm holding hair spray again and let it dry. Use your fingers to separate the curls and style the hair.

2. Rap your hair in rags. Tear or cut old sheets or rags into thin strips. Section the hair off into small sections and wrap your damp hair around the strips. Tie the rags into a knot to hold the curl until it dries. After sleeping in them overnight, remove the rags in the morning. What you will have are the tightest curls that you have ever seen. Spray them with a firm hair spray and they will literally last for days, granted that they you do not get caught in the rain.

3. Get a professional perm. One way to get tight curls is to go to a hair salon for a professional perm. Have your hair stylist use either spiral curl rods or small perm rods to achieve a small tight curl in your hair. Salons have access to the best perm rollers and perm solutions on the market that not only will give you tight, longer-lasting curls, but will not damage your hair like a home perm will. A professionally applied salon perm can last up to six months or longer depending on the original texture of your hair.

4. Buy a curly wig if you have tried over and over to achieve tight curls but your hair just doesn't respond. There are some really high-quality wigs, extensions and hair pieces that look like your own hair and are curled permanently with a intense heat process. The curl will never fall out and best of all, you can still wear your hair straight from time to time giving you a more versatile look.

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Maypole Crafts For Kids

Maypole traditions include wrapping the pole in brightly colored ribbon.

Many different cultures around the world celebrate the arrival of spring with May Day celebrations. Traditional festivities include parades, dancing, flowers, erecting and decorating maypoles and designating a May Day queen. Teach children about this often overlooked holiday by creating craft maypoles and flower wreaths or planning an outdoor celebration.

Crown of Daisies

Create crowns adorned with daisies for children to wear. Cut 1-inch wide construction paper strips long enough to fit around children's heads. Allow children to color or paint and cut four or five daisies. Glue the daisies to the headband. If desired, use real daisies or silk or plastic flowers for a more realistic wreath. Let children wear the crowns as they learn about May Day. Put everyone's name in a box and pull one out to elect a queen for the day.

Maypole

Children can create their own Maypoles to use during creative role-play. Use a cardboard tube, such as a paper towel or wrapping paper roll. Paint the tube or cover it in colored paper. Construct a stand for it by cutting a circle into an empty plastic container placed upside down. Decorate the pole with flowers, stickers, glitter or sequins. Attach brightly colored pieces of ribbon to the inside top of the pole. Cut ribbon long enough to drape down the sides of the pole to the base.

May Day Songs

Teach children a May Day song as they wrap their craft maypoles. Songs include: "Dance Around the Maypole, In and out, in and out, Weave the ribbons tight. 'Round the Maypole we will dance, To the left and to the right"; or "See our Maypole filled with flowers, from above, the blossoms tower. Fragrance rich, and perfume rare, pretty scents that fill the air. Violets blue and daisies white, you are here for our delight. Daffodils and roses, too, pretty flow'rs for me and you! Tell us what the flowers say, as we sing and dance and play. Tell us what the flowers say, on this special day! This is what the flowers say, as we sing and dance and play. This is what the flowers say: It is bright May day!"

Tissue Paper Maypole

Use tissue paper to make a maypole resembling a real tree. Cover a paper towel tube with white tissue paper, then use a brown marker to add squiggly lines to resemble tree bark. Attach multicolored crepe paper strips around the top of the tube. Decorate the top rim of the maypole with tissue paper squares. Wrap one square at a time around the eraser end of a pencil, dab in glue, then push onto the cardboard.

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Create 1920s Hairstyles

In the 1920s, there was a revolutionary change with how women were cutting and styling their hair. Up until that point, a woman's hair was expected to be long and luxurious; however, this was a decade of rebellion. Women began smoking in public, showing their knees and cutting their hair off to short lengths that were previously reserved for men only. The 1920s bob, which was considered scandalous, was once blamed for loose morality, but once it came on the scene, there was no stopping this hairstyle. Worn straight or set in finger waves, women were allowed to express their individuality.

Instructions

Finger Waves

1. Wet your hair, so it's damp, not soaking wet.

2. Part your hair down the middle or side and comb through, so there are no more tangles.

3. Rub setting lotion into one side of your hair.

4. Divide that side of your hair into 1-inch sections.

5. You may use hairpins in place of wave-setting clips.

Hold one section, and with your left-hand index finger (or if you're left-handed, use your right-hand index finger), hold the hair back from the hairline. At the same time, use the comb to brush the hair down past your index finger. This will create a curved shape. Use a wave-setting clip to hold this wave in place.

6. Put your index finger below the clip and do the same thing. Use your finger to hold the hair in one direction, while your use your comb to comb it in the opposite direction, creating another curve. Clip it in place.

7. Continue doing this all the way down the hair shaft. If you hair is medium in length, you can probably use three to four clips per section.

8. Continue to follow this method with the rest of your hair, working your hair from the front to the crown at the back.

9. Apply setting lotion to the other side of your head, and repeat from the hairline to the crown. Allow your hair to sit until the setting lotion dries. Remove clips gently.

1920s Bob

10. Ask your hairstylist to cut a blunt bob that is even with the bottom of your ears all the way around.

11. Decide whether you want a 1920s bob with blunt bangs that end right above your brows or no bangs at all.

12. Wear your bob with your natural texture. If you have straight hair, you may rub hair oil into it to give it the glossy, sleek 1920s bob look, or you may allow it to be fluffy and wavy or even enhance your bob with finger waves. Finger waves in the 1920s were worn in bobs and sometimes longer hairstyles.

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Do Finger Waves In Hair Curls

You might wish to have a vintage, classic hairstyle if you are attending a costume Halloween party or you simply wish to pay homage to a famous actress from back in the 1920s or '30s. Adding finger waves to your hair is one option to consider when thinking about wearing a vintage hairstyle. Although similar looks can be achieved using more modern technology such as hair curlers or curling irons, traditional finger waves are a wet-to-dry hairstyle.

Instructions

1. Wet the hair evenly.

2. Towel-dry the hair to remove excess water. The hair should not be dripping wet when you begin the finger waves. Your hair will need to be damp, though.

3. Squeeze a quarter-sized amount of medium-hold hair gel into your hands.

4. Rub your hands together so that your hands are coated with the gel.

5. Work your hands throughout all of the hair from root to tip.

6. Use a fine-tooth comb to comb the hair into the preferred part. Then, comb the hair straight down.

7. Choose a side to begin. Comb the hair down one inch from the part you created in the previous step.

8. Use your index and your middle finger of the hand not holding the comb to keep the hair below the comb in place. Drag the teeth of the comb an inch away from the hairline.

9. Move to the spot where you finished dragging the comb in the previous step and comb the hair down from the part one inch again. Use your fingers to hold the hair in place, and drag the comb just as you did before. This will mesh the hair directly into the last section you dragged with the comb.

10. Continue to do this until you have worked your way around your entire head. Remain on the opposite side from where you initially started to continue creating the finger waves.

11. Hold your middle and index fingers below the area that was dragged to the side to hold it in place.

12. Place the teeth of your comb below your fingers, and drag the comb in the opposite direction from what you did the first time around. This will allow you to work your way back to the first side. At this point, you will see a "C" shape in each section of hair.

13. Continue to work your way around the head and then begin the same process of going to the opposite side until you have completed the finger waves around the entire scalp. It is at this point that you will see "S"-shaped curls in your hairstyle.

14. Complete the look at the nape of the neck by simply combing the hair directly on the neck, if the hair is above shoulder length, or by wrapping it into a bun if the hair is longer.

15. Allow the hair to set under a heat lamp until it is dried completely, or allow it to air-dry. If you decide to let it air-dry, you may need to place hair-curl clips around the head to secure the finger waves in place.

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Make A Mohawk Belt

The completed belt

The Mohawk Indians traditionally made their belts from wampum beads they hand carved from quahog shells. The most famous, the Akwesasne Wolf Belt dating from the late 1700s, is among the tribe's cultural treasures. The belt shows two leaders shaking hands with a wolf at either end. The directions here allow you to create a belt quickly without re-creating the Wolf Belt's intricate beading. By using rough fabric and a marker, you can make a belt similar to a Mohawk belt in spirit and style.

Instructions

1. Get a piece of burlap long enough to fit your waist in the width you prefer. Measure it, leaving a few inches between ends. Cut the burlap the size you want.

2. Lay the burlap flat. In order from end to end, the pattern features alternating rows of stripes, one wolf, two leaders, one wolf and alternating rows. Using the pattern included here, draw alternating rows near both ends with your marker to simulate beads.

3. Draw a wolf at either end using the pattern. The drawing need not be precise. The original design was simple.

4. Sketch the leaders shaking hands in the center of the belt following the pattern.

5. Knot the end of the string, and thread it through the eye of the needle. Put the needle through the end of the belt. Tie two 6-inch-long strings at the top and bottom ends of the belt. The two strings go in separate holes with a small space in between them. Do this on both ends of the belt so you can tie it. You'll have eight strings when you're done, with four at either end.

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Trim Hair With Electric Cutters

Trim Hair With Electric Cutters

Trimming hair with electric cutters, more commonly known as clippers, is the quickest way to create a close, even and clean-looking men's haircut. You can choose to use the clippers on the sides and back only for a more traditional cut, or use the clippers throughout the entire cut, creating what is commonly known as a brush cut. Before trimming hair with electric cutters, always ensure that your clipper blades are clean and sharp.

Instructions

1. Check your electric cutter blades to ensure they are free of hair or other debris. Apply a small amount of clipper oil to the blades, and turn on the clippers for two to three seconds to allow the oil to lubricate the blades.

2. Attach the appropriate clipper guard based on how short you want to trim the hair. Turn on the clippers.

3. Tilt the head downward. Place the top side of the clipper guard against the middle of the neck and, in an upward motion, glide the clippers through the hair to the occipital bone. The occipital bone is the "bump" you feel at the back of the head, where the neck and skull meet.

4. Continue to trim the hair in the back, from ear to ear, stopping at the same height as the occipital bone.

5. Position your body to stand directly beside the person's hair. Place the clippers against the skin in front of the ear.

6. Slowly glide the electric cutters upward, stopping just above the temple. Continue to trim the hair on the side, moving towards the back of the head, until you have reached the area just behind the ear.

7. Fold the top of the ear down with your free hand. Position the clippers behind the ear in line with the hairline's angle. Slowly run the clippers from the already cut back area to the already cut area behind the ears, to join the two. Repeat this process for the other side.

8. Cut the hair on top of the head. Starting at the front hairline, glide the clippers through the hair towards the back of the head until you meet up with the previously trimmed hair in that section.

9. Continue gliding the clippers through the hair, from the front hairline to the back, until all the hair is the same length.

10. Clean up any stray hairs along the hairline. Remove the clipper guard and create a straight line along the perimeter of the hairline by gently pressing the clipper blades against the hairline.

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Make A Low Chignon

Make an stylish low chignon.

A low chignon is a knot of hair gracefully arranged low at the nape of the neck. It is a simple elegant look that can be worn in a few different ways. Slick it back tight and neat for a more formal look. Arrange it loose and a little messy for a more causal everyday look. The low chignon is a fashion that can be worn to a wedding or a day at the beach. The low chignon is a classic hairstyle that is always in fashion, but your hair needs to be at least shoulder length for this style.

Instructions

1. Apply a styling product, such as mousse or gel, which you normally use for your hair.

2. Brush your hair smooth and either part your hair in the middle, on the side or just pull it straight back from your forehead. It's a matter of personal preference and will not affect the rest of the style.

3. Gather your hair low at the nape of your neck and wrap a covered hair rubber band around your hair, creating a ponytail.

4. Twist your hair around your finger until it begins to coil.

5. Wrap the coil around the rubber band, then around again creating a bun. Tuck the ends under the bun.

6. Insert a large bobby pin into the top of the outer edge of the bun turn so it faces the center of the bun. Push the end of the bobby pin between your head and the rubber band. This will secure the chignon. Repeat on the other side of the chignon.

7. Insert a couple more bobby pins to further secure the chignon and pin down any loose ends.

8. Smooth down any stray hairs and spray your hair with hairspray.

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Make A Lengthcheck Tshirt

Wavy hair can be difficult to measure.

Many women are eager to see their hair grow to amazing lengths, but measuring that progress can be difficult, especially without the right tools. A length-check T-shirt is a plain T-shirt that you make into a measuring tool for hair length. With just a few materials, anyone can make a T-shirt that will not only help estimate hair measurement, but will provide a simple way to record those measurements.

Instructions

1. Choose a plain, light-color T-shirt without words or designs on the back.

2. Slip a piece of cardboard into your shirt so that it fills out the shirt without stretching it or leaving too much room on the inside. Smooth your shirt over the cardboard and lay it out on a flat area with the back of the shirt facing you.

3. Lay your ruler down the middle of the shirt so that the ruler is vertical. Trace the ruler, making a line 12 inches long down the center of the shirt with your permanent marker. Make sure the line is dark enough so that it can be easily seen.

4. Leave the ruler where it is. Make small notches with your marker along the 1-inch or 1/2-inch marks on the ruler so that the notches are visible on the shirt when you remove the ruler. Make notches all the way down the vertical line.

5. Turn the ruler so that it is horizontal and line it up to the first notch along the vertical line that you drew. Draw a horizontal line by tracing the ruler, meeting and passing the notch that you drew.

6. Continue to draw horizontal lines, matching them up with the notches that you made on your vertical line. Number the horizontal lines, one number for each inch or half-inch that they represent.

7. Put the shirt on and let your hair fall. Have someone write the date on the line that your hair falls to. Record the date whenever you try on your shirt and your hair touches a new line on the shirt.

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Pakistani Wedding Hairstyles

Pakistani Wedding Hairstyles

Pakistani women tend to showcase their long locks in styles that show their hair length. Up-dos are also popular, although they are often decorated with accessories, such as native flowers or beaded jewelry.

Side Ponytail

It is common for Pakistani women to arrange their hair in a side ponytail so that their hair drapes down the front of their dress. This style often features soft curls and a decorative headband.

Braided Up-do

Braids are used in many popular bridal hairstyles for Pakistani women. Often, a braid beginning near the forehead is wrapped around to the back in a hive-like fashion for a clean look.

Braided Ponytail Wrap

This style combines the features of the previous styles. The hair is parted on either side and pulled back into a ponytail. A portion of the hair in the ponytail is then braided and wrapped around the ponytail base. The remaining hair in the ponytail is worn in long, tight curls.

Volume Bump with Cascading Curls

The ever-popular hair bump on the top, back part of the head is used with this style. The hair is gathered and pinned on the top of the head so that a bump creates volume. A decorative jewelry piece is placed at the front of the bump and hung down to be centered on the forehead. The hair in the back features loose curls.

Curled Up-do Style

The hair is pulled up high and put in a ponytail. The ponytail features tight curls that are pinned close to its base. Crystal jewels on bobby pins are often used to hold the curls close to the head and to decorate the hairstyle.

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Make A Chain Headwrap

You can use old necklaces of equal length for this project as well.

A chain headwrap looks sophisticated and expensive, and it can also serve the dual purpose as a headpiece for a costume. This allows you to make a headwrap that will fit your head in a style that you prefer. Making a chain headwrap requires almost no skills and can be put together in about twenty minutes. Loose chain can be found at craft stores or on jewelry supply websites.

Instructions

1. Lay out your pieces of chain so they are parallel to each other, with their ends matching. Open your jump rings. You may need to use pliers to open the rings, but most jump rings are made of a fairly soft metal and you will probably be able to do so by hand.

2. Use an open jump ring to loop through one end of each of the chains. Close the jump ring. Do the same with the other open jump ring at the other end of both chains.

3. Measure around your head and decide where you want the headband to rest. Subtract the length of your chain plus 1 inch from that number, and then multiply that number by two. This number will indicate how much elastic cord you need. Cut a piece of elastic cord at that length using the scissors.

4. Pull one end of the elastic cord through both jump rings, and then match up the cut ends of the elastic cord. Wrap both ends around the tip of your finger, forming a loop, and then pull the ends of the cord through the loop, forming a knot. Use the scissors to trim any excess, and you have a completed headwrap.

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Punky Hairstyles For Girls

Punky Hairstyles for Girls

Punk culture arose in the late 1970s and early 1980s as a rejection of mainstream society and government. In "Pretty in Punk," Lauraine LeBlanc writes "Punks protested against the constraints imposed by conventional norms," expressing their disapproval through music and fashion. For the first time, many women found a music scene where they were not simply sex symbols and their fashion sense was often androgynous. Women manipulated their hair with dye and gels and sometimes shaved it all off. Modern punk hair cuts borrow from the same basic styles of that era and are often colorfully dyed, dyed black or bleached.

Short Bleached Hair

Penelope Houston, who led the band "Avengers," wore her hair in this style in the late 1970s. Women mix developer and bleach powder to get the result of light blonde or white hair, and the cut can vary from looking like a male businessman's cut, the way Houston wore it, to something a bit longer and spiked with gel.

Mohawks and Fauxhawks

Mohawks are traditionally created by shaving the sides of the head, leaving a strip of hair from the face to the neck down the center of her head. That hair is usually spiked into multiple spikes, or gelled straight up. For black women, sometimes the mohawk is picked out. Fauxhawks are less extreme versions, in which the hair is left longer on the sides and may be teased in the longer center strip or spiked less dramatically.

Spiked

Hair of any length and cut can be made punk by gelling chunks into outward spikes. Some choose a few sections of hair to spike and gel other parts down, others spike the entire head in all different directions.

Shaved

Another particularly ambiguous punk look for women is a neatly shaved head. Simply, women may shave their entire head, defying the norm of women wearing their hair long. Some women tattoo their heads or wear multiple piercings on their ears, which are made more of a focus without hair blocking the view.

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Super Cute Prom Hair Ideas

A pinned-up hairstyle for prom.

The prom is a milestone in a teenage girl's life. It is often the first time that she attends a formal event with her peers and hence, nerves run high. The right dress and accessories are only one part of the outfit. The hair must be perfect for this special night. Hence, keep the hairstyle in line with your personality. Try not to overdo the style and avoid bulky or uncomfortable styles which will impede your enjoyment during dancing and socializing.

Cute, Short Hollywood Hair

Create a chic, smooth, Hollywood look for your short hair. Short hair can be glamorous. Always begin styling by applying a styling gel from root to tip while the hair is damp. This will assist in holding the style in place during the event. For ultra short hair, tussle the hair with your fingers to create a messy look and allow it to dry without combing. Add a hair band to match your dress. The hair band will then become the focus of your hair. Choose one with matching flowers or other ornamental add-ons. If your hair is ear-length, set your hair with a large roller, turning the hair under. Use a deep part on the left or the right. When the rollers are removed, brush your hair under and towards your face on the shorter side, and back and away on the wider side. Smooth the hair with plenty of non-sticky hairspray. This style is accented with a decorative barrette or a flower placed just above the ear on the short side.

Simple Medium Style

Medium curled hair

Medium hair offers a multitude of styles for the prom. Start with plenty of styling gel on the hair to smooth any fly-aways or split ends. Roll the hair with medium-size rollers from the bottom to the top and allow to dry. When removed, brush the curls into loose rings. At this point, you can sweep the hair to the side and pin or leave loose. For an up-do, gently pull all the curled hair toward the crown of the head and collect with a ponytail holder, allowing the hair to be loose on the scalp. Fold the gathered hair in half and clasp with a ponytail holder creating a loop with curls hanging below. Cover the holder with a decorative hair accessory such as a flower or colored band. The decorations add an extra touch to make the style look cute.

Long Loose Hair Worn Stylishly

Long spiral curls for the prom

Long hair typically ends up in an up-do for proms. Step outside this box and wear your long tresses styled and loose. Apply ample amounts of styling gel to damp hair from root to tip. Use medium side rollers. Begin at the top of the hair and wrap the hair around the roller until the ends are reached. Tuck the ends under the roller and allow it to dry. Unroll the rollers and release the long spiral curls. Do not brush your hair. Use a non-sticky hair spray. This will give you a style that is playful and bouncy.

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Instructions For Remington Twisters To Go

Put curls in your hair with Twisters to Go.

Remington's Twisters to Go can transform straight hair into a variety of styles. Packaged in a compact case with 14 bendable "twist" curlers, the product is made to fit into your suitcase or gym bag for on-the-go styling. With no clips or fasteners required you don't have to worry about losing small pieces, rendering your curlers un-usable. The curlers work with any texture hair and will create spiral, loose or wavy curls in 30 minutes from heat-up to removal.

Instructions

1. Plug in the Twisters to Go and allow the purple twists to turn pink.

2. Comb mousse through your clean, dry hair. If your hair is layered, section the hair so each twist will be curling hair of the same length.

3. Wrap small sections of hair for a tight curl and larger sections of hair for a loose curl. For bigger curls, wrap the hair around two twists.

4. Hold the twist at the root of your hair and wrap the hair around the twist, tucking the ends of your hair under securely. Place the end without the hole through the hole on the other end of the twist. Pull the twist end through until it is secure. Continue until all of your hair has been wrapped around the twists.

5. Leave the twists in your hair for 15 minutes or until the twists turn back to purple.

6. Pull the twist apart and gently unroll from your hair.

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What Equipment Do I Need In A Salon

A salon should be functional, comfortable and stylish

Your hair salon will need a range of equipment to ensure it is comfortable and functional. Quantities of the equipment will depend on the size of your salon and how many customers you can accommodate at any one time.

General Furniture

Your salon will need a reception area to welcome your customers. This means you will need a desk and chair for your receptionist and a telephone and a diary (electronic or print) so she can log all appointments. You will also need comfortable chairs in the waiting area, and a coffee table with magazines for your customers to read while they wait is a nice touch. A surround-sound music system is a good way of creating a pleasant atmosphere, too, and storage units are also required to keep towels and hair products in.

Specialist Furniture

Your salon will need a backwash unit so that you can wash your customers' hair with ease and comfort. This will include a chair for the client and a wash basin for you. You will also need a styling unit with footrest, mirror, shelf and adjustable chair so that you can cut your clients' hair at different heights and angles and they can sit comfortably and watch you.

Styling equipment

You will need hair-cutting scissors, hairbrushes, hair clips, hairdryers, hood dryers (tall, stationary hair-drying systems) and hair straighteners to style your customers' hair.

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Fix Little Girls' Hair For Pageants

Fix Little Girls' Hair for Pageants

Beauty pageants for little girls often include cash prizes, scholarships and other awards your child can use now or in the future. The contests cover a wide range of activities, including a talent portion and a question and answer session. Judges expect the girls to look their best, wear the best clothing and have an appropriate hairstyle. When you're styling hair for a little girls' pageant, opt for an updo style. This classic style works for girls with fine hair, as well as those with coarse or thick hair.

Instructions

1. Wash the girl's hair with hydrating shampoo, running your fingers through her hair and then rinsing it out with fresh water. Apply a matching conditioner and let it sit in her hair for three to five minutes. Rinse out her hair with fresh water and squeeze out the excess water.

2. Rub a dime size dollop of detangling product to her hair and rub it through her hair with your hands. Use a wide-tooth comb to evenly disperse the product through her hair, from the roots to the ends. Apply a dime size dollop of mousse to her hair, using your hands to work it through her hair. Comb through her hair and let it air dry.

3. Comb her hair back into a ponytail, holding the hair in one hand. Coil the hair slightly in your hand and then twist it to one side. Wrap the hair around in a knot, twisting the ends of the hair behind the top of the hair. Secure the updo in place with bobby pins.

4. Use the comb to gently separate a few tendrils or locks of hair from the front of her head. Set the curling iron on a low setting and gently curl those locks of hair into small curls. Apply a thin misting of hairspray all over the head, including on the curled areas.

5. Add a small ribbon to the hair, pushing it through the updo. Pull on the ribbon until both sides are even. Twist the ribbon around with your fingers, to give it a little curl and add more decoration to the pageant hairstyle. Add multiple pieces of ribbon, if you want more decoration.

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Decorate A Birthday Hair Bow

Birthdays are a time to eat cake, make wishes, and celebrate. Every girl, young and old, deserves to feel special on her birthday, and what's more special than a personalized birthday hair bow? With a little ribbon and some glue you can make a festive hair bow fit for a princess.

Instructions

1. Turn on the hot glue gun and set aside. The glue will need to reach the appropriate temperature while you are prepping the ribbon.

2. Cut the 1/4 yard of ribbon in half. You will be left with equal lengths of ribbon that are 4.5 inches long each.

3. Take one piece of ribbon and fold the ends so that they meet in the center. Fold the ribbon in half and secure with a pin. Repeat this process with the second piece of ribbon.

4. Place the folded pieces of ribbon together to form a bow shape. This can be done by making an x shape with the ribbon and attaching them in the center with the wire. Cut any loose ends of wire and fluff the bow.

5. Glue the bow onto the barrette or clip. Let the glue dry for about one minute before gluing the birthday charm to the center of the bow. Allow at least one hour for the glue to fully set before wearing the hair bow.

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Make Curly Fringe For Guys

A curly-haired man.

Curly hair can be difficult to cut and style. Curly-haired people often leave their salon feeling dissatisfied. When cutting a curly fringe, there are many things to keep in mind, for instance: the way the bangs lay when they are wet versus dry, how frizzy your hair gets and the overall texture of your curls. To ensure a stylish and attractive fringe, follow these easy steps.

Instructions

1. Dampen your hair with the spray bottle. Hair should be wet enough so that it lies slightly flat, but is not sopping.

2. Style your hair as you would usually wear it. For example, if you part it on the right side, part it on the right side now. This helps you to see how your fringe will naturally fall.

3. Arrange the hair you want to cut onto your forehead into bangs. Use only a small amount of hair at first. You can always go back later and cut more.

4. Cut the fringe a bit longer than you'd like it to be. Depending on how tight your curls are, you may want to allow as much as an inch extra. When your hair is at its normal moisture level, it should spring back into place.

5. Hold scissors at a 45 degree angle. This angle will enable you to wear your bangs both free-flowing and sculpted.

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Cold Wave Perming Techniques

Proper application of a chemical perm will reduce the chances of your hair being damaged.

By cold waving your hair, you are chemically altering the structure of your hair. Cold-wave perms use an alkaline chemical. The perm does not require heat activation and is therefore called a cold wave. Cold waving is used to add body and curls to the hair but requires that you take extra care of it. Cold waves work best on hair that is free of chemical color. Also, the more thick or coarse your hair, the better the perm will take if you apply it properly. If your hair is very fine, you may want to consider using heat styling to curl your hair rather than chemicals. Chemical curling and straightening can be particularly harmful to fine hair and cause breakage. Also, very straight hair that is also coarse can be resistant to the chemical perm process.

Virgin Application

Avoid relaxing your hair for at least six months before you plan to get a cold wave perm. The chemical works best on natural hair that does not have any relaxed strands. The application of perms and relaxers are similar and both require the use of chemicals. It is best for the health of your hair if you do not apply one chemical on top of another.

Deep Conditioning Preparation

You should apply a deep conditioning treatment to the hair prior to the application of a cold wave. This will ensure that your hair is healthy and in optimum condition before being broken down by chemicals. Even after the perm has been applied, you should regularly deep-condition your hair with a product that will infuse kinky or naturally curly hair with moisture.

Comb-Through Method

If your hair is thick and curly, you can comb the cold wave chemical through your hair to loosen your natural curl pattern. You must be sure that you protect the ends of your hair to prevent over-processing. In order to ensure that you are applying the product evenly, part your hair into four sections and apply the perm to each section. Set a timer to ensure that you are not leaving the product on your hair for too long. The standard application time is 10 to 15 minutes.

Rod Rolling

If you prefer your hair to remain curly, you can roll your hair with hair rods after applying the cold-wave chemical. Keep in mind that the smaller the roller, the tighter your curl will be. Even though the cold-wave perming process uses an alkaline perm, it can still weaken the hair, so you be gentle when rolling hair to prevent breakage. It is best to part the hair in four or eight sections and start rolling from the top down. Using roller-end papers may reduce damage to hair ends.

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Attach A Chignon Hairpiece

Attach a Chignon Hairpiece

If you don't have long hair, time to create an elegant updo or the desire to pay an expensive stylist, you can use a chignon hairpiece to quickly create a sophisticated look. Within a few minutes and using a quality hairpiece, you can turn a plain ponytail into a beautiful chignon.

Instructions

1. Apply a smoothing serum to clean, dry hair. Smooth down any frizzy areas or flyaways to create a sleek look for your elegant updo.

2. Brush your hair back and secure it at the nape of your neck in a low ponytail. If your hair is short, use bobby pins to tuck under any stray pieces. Remember that the hairpiece doesn't affect your look from the front, so choose your part and pull back your hair neatly.

3. Wrap the ponytail strands around the base of the ponytail, trying to make the hair lie as flat as possible against the back of your head. Use pins to secure your loose hair in place.

4. Spray all of your own hair--not the hairpiece--with a light mist of hairspray to keep all of your strands in place when you attach the chignon.

5. Slip the clips of the chignon into your hair just above the ponytail, covering your own hair within the ponytail, any pins and the hair elastic. Use additional bobby pins as necessary to attach the chignon hairpiece securely to the back of your head.

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Care For Prelock Hair

Locks form the best with an established maintenance plan.

When growing dreadlocks, it's very important to start a hair-care routine from the beginning. There are two ways to start the process. You can let them form naturally--by neglecting to comb your hair or use conditioners--and your hair will begin to lock on its own. Or, you can try a backcombing and knotting process that can be completed in one sitting, A routine will keep your locks clean, healthy, and will help them to form more quickly. Some locking experts, such as those at mydreadlocks.com, recommend frequent visits to a salon with an in-house loctician for the best possible results.

Instructions

Forming your dreadlocks

1. Wash your hair often. Once a week is normal when trying to form dreadlocks. Some claim that washing your hair as little as possible is the way to go, but washing your hair removes the natural oils that the scalp and hair follicles produce. The drier your hair is, the quicker the locks will form.

Wash your hair with a shampoo bar. Avoid drugstore shampoos and conditioners as they contain moisturizers that will hydrate your hair and loosen the locks. Purchase unscented or lightly scented natural shampoo bars either online or from a beauty supplier. These products will cut back on potential buildup.

Gently towel dry dreadlocks after a shower. It is also advisable to use a blow dryer, as it is essential to dry your dreadlocks as quickly as possible. As the locks tighten, the moisture is more likely to become trapped and can produce bacteria and mold.

2. Wax your dry dreadlocks. Never add wax to dreadlocks while they are still wet. Use small amounts of wax at a time. Apply wax from the root of the dread to the tip every two to three days, as needed. While sleeping, wear a hat or put a towel over your pillow to avoid saturating it with wax. Depending on your progress, you should keep up a waxing ritual for the first two to six months.

3. Roll each lock from root to tip every two to three days. This will help the locks stay together and form more quickly. The rolling motion consists of rolling the lock between both of your hands as if starting a fire.

Monitor your locks to make sure that they are not growing together. Separate them by hand if this begins to occur.

Purchase products, such as tightening gel, from natural haircare companies. They are designed to form your locks more quickly.

As your hair continues to grow out, use a fine-tooth comb to backcomb the roots of each lock.

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Do A Traditional Ballet Hair Bun

Ballet dancers secure their hair in tight buns during performances.

The understated, classic bun favored by ballerinas is a hairstyle that every woman should have in her hair repertoire. It is a versatile hairstyle that is also easy to execute, and there are few, if any, situations in which the style is not appropriate. A bun allows you to feature a striking physical attribute or accessory. It is also an ideal solution for days when the wind, rain or humidity ravage your hair. Once you know shape and secure a bun, you will not even need to look in a mirror as you fashion the arrangement.

Instructions

1. Brush your hair to remove any tangles.

2. Mist your hair lightly with water. Alternatively, rub a pea-sized bead of styling cream onto your palms. Run your hands through your hair. Smoothing your hair with a little water or hair product will make the arrangement smoother and rein in flyaways or frizz.

3. Place the brush at your hairline, in the center of your head. Brush straight back. Repeat this motion at your hairline on the sides of your head. All of your hair needs to be flowing toward the back of your head.

4. Gather your hair in a ponytail. Hold the base of the ponytail just under the prominent ridge in the back of your head.

5. Brush the hair back from your hairline as you hold it loosely to straighten and smooth the arrangement.

6. Secure the ponytail with a hair elastic.

7. Wrap your hair in a coil around the base of the ponytail. The arrangement should resemble a cinnamon roll.

8. Hold the loose end of the ponytail in place against the base of the bun. Position the open end of a bobby pin perpendicular to the loose ends you are holding in place against the bun. Slide the bobby pin into the bun to secure the ends.

9. Slide a bobby pin into the bun opposite of the pin you inserted previously. Continue sliding pins into the base of the bun until it is secure. It will require four to eight pins, depending on the size of the pin and thickness of your hair.

10. Spray the finished style with hairspray to keep wisps of hair from sticking out, if desired.

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