Sabtu, 27 Agustus 2011 @ 06.16
yaaay! guess what? school is out for next 1 week! even though just one week, I'm so happy! :DDDD I can do so many things. like, online, swim, eat, sleep, hang out, and many more! but not to forget, I have so many homeworks too -,- well, forget about that now. let's partyyy! because it's saturday night ;) well, I think that's it. I just wanna say enjoy your holiday, viewers. have a good one xxLabel: personal
Kamis, 25 Agustus 2011 @ 06.35
Hair loss is truly upsetting, whether temporary or permanent. Lately we’ve been hearing about hair loss from a lot of our readers. In response, I’m writing this post to address the main causes as well as what can be done temporarily and long term. There are many studies about hair loss and even more opinions. This post comes from first hand experience with my own clients, their loss and their regrowth. This post is not for those experiencing “normal” hair loss. Believe me, you’ll know if you need to read this post!
Lack of nutrition: When the body is lacking required vitamins + minerals, the first thing to reflect that is your hair. Think of it like a flower- the first place you see loss of nutrients in a flower is the petals. Eventually petals will fall off if they’re not given what they need to stay strong. I have seen major fall out from eating disorders, sometimes irreversible damage. I can tell exactly who’s eating and who’s not in my chair because the hair feels unusually brittle prior to falling out. Brittle for no reason. That person can be using the best shampoo + conditioner, getting very little color, and air drying their hair and it will still feel brittle. Typically, image concerns and/or lack of self confidence are at the root of an eating disorder. In the long run, losing your hair only increases those things.
Stress: There are many debates over whether or not stress can cause hair loss. Here’s what I know for sure: a few years ago a friend and I went through horrible relationships at the same time. We both lost a significant amount of hair. Enough that it was visible. We both went into panic mode because the last thing you want to feel at that time is that you’re balding. She stressed about it much longer than I did and my hair had a quicker turn around. According to the Mayo Clinic that’s called “Telogen Effluvium”. With TE “emotional or physical stress pushes a large number of growing hairs into a resting phase. Within a few months, the affected hairs may fall out suddenly when combing or washing.” This simply adds to your stress. You have to get your stress in check. It’s not easy but you must. See a doctor, do yoga, play with a puppy. Whatever helps you. The minute you minimize or eliminate stress is the minute the regrowth process will begin. The sooner, the better. (Silver lining: BOTH of our hair grew back in thicker. YAY!)
Pregnancy: I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but… most of my clients have experienced hair loss with pregnancy. Not all, but most. Usually 3-6 months after the baby is born. Typically, the loss is around the hairline and/or around the nape of the neck. The reason it happens there is because that is a different type of hair. Shockingly we have more than one type of hair on our head. The hair around the hairline and nape of the neck is much more sensitive than the rest. There’s nothing you can do to stop this. The hormonal changes that happen from the start of your pregnancy to months after your baby arrives are so strong that no amount of diet, vitamin, or relaxation is going to stop this very natural process. Sorry to break it to you ladies. Get bangs.
Thyroid: Another hormonal issue: hypo-thyroid. This is a medical issue. You must see a doctor about this. After that, see your dermatologist. The doctor will help get you on the appropriate medication or treatment for your thyroid issue. A dermatologist will help with the hair regrowth. Two very different, but very important roles. I recently read a report that said “Hormonally induced hair loss happens because enzymes start to convert testosterone into DHT (dihydrotestosterone). DHT can attack the hair follicle, shrink it or even make it disappear entirely.” Best to see your doctor and dermatologist before this goes too far.
Alopecia: Alopecia in my opinion is SO random. There is no rhyme or reason to who gets it. I’ve seen it happen with the healthiest of people. It starts with small bald patches that appear for no reason and can spread into larger patches if left untreated. It is said to be caused by heredity. There is also a seperate form called “traction alopecia”. I’ve seen this caused by bad application of extensions. If extensions are applied too tightly or an extension pulls hair too far in the opposite direction of which it grows, it can damage the follicle permanently. Some extensions can also rub and irritate the scalp causing bald patches. Most of the spots I’ve seen over the years have grown hair back once the extension is out or reapplied properly. Always say something if you think an extension feels too tight.
Two interesting facts I found while researching:“Hair cells are some of the fastest growing in the body, and when your body is under stress or in crisis, hair cells can shut down in order to redirect energy elsewhere, to places where it is needed.”“Normally, hair grows about a half inch a month for about three years, and then it goes into a resting period. One in ten hairs is in a resting period at any one time, and after about three months a new hair pushes the old one out. When more hairs go into resting period, or the conversion process speeds up, the balance becomes disrupted, and hair loss occurs.”Temporary fixes:Colored dry shampoo. Spray this on your root + scalp. Not too heavily or you’ll look crazy. Just a light dusting can shadow your scalp making hair instantly appear thicker.Eye shadow. This is a trick I use on set a lot. Hardly anyone has a perfect hair line and in a photoshoot a sparse hair line can be a bother. I use eye shadow in the same shade as the hair and rub it on the scalp with my finger. It makes the area appear more dense and you honestly don’t see it.Extensions are NOT a temporary fix for fall out. You should never put extensions all the way up to the part. You should also never put extensions in weakened hair. If you MUST, use clip-in extensions so you can remove them when you’re at home and let the hair rest.Use a scalp massager, as seen HERE. You can get them online. Try amazon. Brushing weakend hair repeatedly isn’t a good idea. Better to stimulate the scalp directly.Don’t wear tight ponytails. Make sure they’re loose and not adding tension to the scalp. Or wear a messy “Fun Bun“. This sits looser and doesn’t pull downward. It also requires little to no brushing.Long term fixes:
Laser/light therapy. This is done with a brush-looking instrument. They will make small circles on your scalp. It doesn’t hurt at all. It’s slightly expensive, but a good alternative to medication.Nioxin. I’ve seen incredible results in the long run with this system. They now have specific products for women, color treated hair, advanced thinning, etc. See a professional hairstylist to get an opinion on which one you should use.GNC Be Beautiful hair vitamins. I’ve taken these. They’ve worked well for me and for my clients.At the end of the day, topical things can only do so much. Hair grows from the inside out and has to be dealt with accordingly. Work on regulating any stress disorders, significant hormonal changes or medical conditions.My final note on this subject is to get your stress under control and your hormones in check with your doctor. If you experience hair loss, try not to panic. As “holistic” as it may sound, I think the most important thing is to give your hair a safe, stress free place to grow. I hope this info helps you guys experiencing significant hair loss.Label: beauty, hair loss, important, must read, tips
Sabtu, 20 Agustus 2011 @ 00.34
"nothing feels good as skinny feel." well, I don't know how's the feeling of being skinny but it sounds fun and thrilling. I've been trying to go on a diet these days but it doesn't work out. :/ so, I decided to dicipline myself from now on. I don't wanna be fat at all. any suggestions to burn calories? and oh.. I need some tips to remove pimples too. it's so annoying! pimples are annoying. when my parents gave me money, I think straight to buy some mascer and skin food to make my skin face look good. I also buy foods and drinks with lots of vitamin and advantages for health. and every day after school I dance. I follow Heather Morris' moves on glee, it was difficult but I think it kinda burns my calories a little bit! lol :p so, I keep dancing and dancing. because if I'm not succes on business world, I'm gonna turn to another direction and apply as a model ;)Label: beauty, foods, personal, skinny
Jumat, 19 Agustus 2011 @ 06.30
Label: personal
@ 06.22
pink! definitely my favorite color of all time. esp when it comes to nail polishes, bag colors, lip glosses, etc<3
some of my friends dislike pink. why? I don't know why.. well. so far, it's been my favorite color. hehehe. just sharing, though :)Label: personal, pink
Selasa, 16 Agustus 2011 @ 05.15
good evening fellas! <3 yeees it's tuesday and I can go online on PC! tomorrow is our independence day, August 17th 2011. Indonesia's independence day :) well, school is out tomorrow. and I have no classes at thursday. so happy! but it's all gonna be back like usual on Friday... and you know what happen on Friday? 1D Music Video premiere!!!!!! OMG have I told you that I have a huge obsession on One Direction esp. Harry Styles? :D if you wanna know more about them, just go to youtube and type What Makes You Beautiful - One Direction. and listen to the song, it's awesome. it's my mood booster ;)
anyway, today I drank 2 litters of water! how awesome is that. I know right? I drank lots of water these days because I know water is so important for my body and skin. I also use a shower cream that contains yogurt and vitamin E! I loooooove my shower gel! it's Imperial Leather, "So Lovely" :D
Label: one direction, personal, shower cream, water
Jumat, 12 Agustus 2011 @ 21.54
Label: Daniel Radcliffe, Harry Potter, hell yes, tom felton, woah
@ 21.40
good (late) morning fellas! it's almost 12pm here, in my place. well, I'm gonna talk about breakfeast. you know what? breakfeast is so goddamn important for everyone. if you guys are not having your breakfeast because you're on a diet, you're completely wrong. because, it'll make you even fatter than ever. breakfeast gives you many energies to do your activities all day. a glass of plain milk and bread with nutella would make a good breakfeast for you before going to school. or, eggs & bacon, noodles, spagheti will do. for fellas who have work, you could have something heavy for breakfeast because you have so much to do in a day. so, if you want to skip breakfeast, better don't. you better skip dinner :)or, eat dinner before 7pm. that'll make your weight loss a bit. xLabel: breakfeast, personal, tips
@ 21.29
Alright, so looking at hair under a microscope is always a little bit creepy + gross. I’m only showing you this with the hopes that it might change the way you treat your hair. Once you know the cause of damage, it’s easier to prevent it, right? Here’s the long and the short of it:
a. This is a close look at healthy hair. The cuticle (the outer layer) lays smooth. All of it’s “scales” are lined up and flat, one on top of the other. Flat cuticles = smooth surface. Smooth surface = light reflection. Light reflection = more SHINE!
b. This is a slightly raised cuticle. I would say this is what the average person’s hair looks like if they use a blow dryer. The other cause of slightly raised cuticle can be towel drying. It’s okay to towel dry it but don’t rough it up. Work your way down the hair. Or gently scrunch it if you’re going for waves. As I mentioned in a previous post, t-shirt drying is much safer than towel drying and it helps to eliminate frizz big time.
c. This is an extremely raised cuticle. Main causes are bleaching, over-processing with color, over-styling with heat, using too many alcohol based products in conjunction with heat styling, shampooing and not conditioning, etc… This is bad news. When your cuticle looks like this your hair will appear dull, and lifeless. It can’t reflect shine when the surface is broken up this way. Hair Bootcamp is a must for this hair. (Which just so happens to be one of my posts for next week!) If you don’t change your routine, you’ll be looking at breakage very soon.
d. Here we have a piece of hair that WILL eventually break off. This was most likely caused by harsh detangling. Never rush through a knot. Take your time and comb it out slowly. I also recommend getting knots out with a brush instead of a comb. Sometimes the single row of teeth on a comb can actually tighten the knot. I always work knots out slowly with a brush. Another may-jor cause of this is yanking out a ponytail holder. Stop yourself and work the tangle around the ponytail holder out slowly. Sadly, once this has happened in the middle of a piece of hair, it’s definitely coming off. Collect a bunch of these and you’ve got yourself a nice case of the fly-aways! Booooo.
e. Well hello split-end. This is the enemy!! I’m actually really happy that you guys are seeing this because just knowing what split ends looks like will help you understand how they get stuck on each other. They’re like claws that can grab onto one another causing tangles. Tangled ends cause even further damage. It’s important to get them off regularly.
f. This is knotted hair. If not properly and carefully brushed out, a knot will lead to “example d.” If you gently brush it out, you can avoid that. (Also, this is just a really cool look at knotted hair!)
g. This is a shattered hair shaft. This can be caused by a bad application or rough removal of extensions. Another cause could be a bad perm (solution, the way it’s wrapped and how it’s processed). Not sure too many of you are getting perms, but if you are, please be sure to visit someone who specializes in that. Not just someone who will say yes because they want to make the money from the service. If you have extensions, make sure the person doing them is gentle, takes their time and isn’t too aggressive with your delicate hair! Whatever kind of hair you have, you’re now one big step closer to “example a.” above. We’ve got to be good to our hair! Learn it + love it. xLabel: beauty, hair, must read, tips
Jumat, 05 Agustus 2011 @ 21.45
last magical ten years with Harry Potter. long live all the magic we made, wizards! don't forget to register on Pottermore! xLabel: Daniel Radcliffe, Harry Potter
@ 21.35
Fasten your seat belts ladies! I have spent a lot of time traveling in the last couple months which can really take a toll on your appearance. So I thought I would share a couple of helpful beauty tips that I have picked up along the way.
- Moisturize! I can’t stress this one enough. The recycled air in the plane can really dry out your pretty skin. The night before you are headed to the airport be sure to use a good moisturizer and lots of it. Also don’t forget to include both a travel sized face and lip moisturizer in your carry-on luggage to use during the flight.
- It’s time to “takeoff”… your makeup! If you are like me and dread the thought of strolling though the airport bare faced, then pack some makeup removing wipes in your bag. Then, once you have boarded the plane, remove your makeup and apply a layer of moisturizer.
- Avoid carbonation and salty foods. I know this one is a challenge considering the first things to be served on a plane are salted nuts and soda, but stay strong ladies! Instead opt for some herbal tea or good old H2O. Also try packing your own snacks. Things like unsalted nuts or dried fruit make an excellent in-flight treat and won’t leave you puffy or bloated. It is also smart to avoid alcohol (sorry!) because it is more likely to make you dehydrated.
- Some of you might experience swelling in your hands and feet while flying. One way to avoid this is by wearing compression socks. They aren’t the most fashionable items, but they keep your tootsies from swelling up during the flight.
- Freshen up! Most perfume bottles exceed the limit of liquid ounces allowed through security and have to travel in our checked luggage, but no one wants to arrive at their final destination smelling like a 747. Next time you fly pack a couple of perfume samples with you. They work just as well and won’t be confiscated in security.
Label: beauty, flight, tips
@ 21.32
sorry guys haven't been here for sucha long time :( school's keeping me busy these days. homeworks, tasks, test, projects. yeeah, I'm a high schooler now. well, let's say HELLO AUGUST! <3
please be good to me, :) anyway, last saturday, I watched Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows part two. it was magical. I cried so hard during the movie, so sad that I can't barely breath.. hehe, especially the Snape & Lily's part, it breaks my heart so bad. Snape's love to Lily is an everlasting love, he loves Lily till he died. it was really beautiful <3
I cry myself out in that part. so sad and heartbreaking. x) and, when the '19 years later' text comes up, I began to cry like a baby. hehehe :> I'm so emotional, about Harry Potter, you know. <3 Label: august, Harry Potter, personal
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Sabtu, 27 Agustus 2011 @ 06.16
yaaay! guess what? school is out for next 1 week! even though just one week, I'm so happy! :DDDD I can do so many things. like, online, swim, eat, sleep, hang out, and many more! but not to forget, I have so many homeworks too -,- well, forget about that now. let's partyyy! because it's saturday night ;) well, I think that's it. I just wanna say enjoy your holiday, viewers. have a good one xxLabel: personal
Kamis, 25 Agustus 2011 @ 06.35
Hair loss is truly upsetting, whether temporary or permanent. Lately we’ve been hearing about hair loss from a lot of our readers. In response, I’m writing this post to address the main causes as well as what can be done temporarily and long term. There are many studies about hair loss and even more opinions. This post comes from first hand experience with my own clients, their loss and their regrowth. This post is not for those experiencing “normal” hair loss. Believe me, you’ll know if you need to read this post!
Lack of nutrition: When the body is lacking required vitamins + minerals, the first thing to reflect that is your hair. Think of it like a flower- the first place you see loss of nutrients in a flower is the petals. Eventually petals will fall off if they’re not given what they need to stay strong. I have seen major fall out from eating disorders, sometimes irreversible damage. I can tell exactly who’s eating and who’s not in my chair because the hair feels unusually brittle prior to falling out. Brittle for no reason. That person can be using the best shampoo + conditioner, getting very little color, and air drying their hair and it will still feel brittle. Typically, image concerns and/or lack of self confidence are at the root of an eating disorder. In the long run, losing your hair only increases those things.
Stress: There are many debates over whether or not stress can cause hair loss. Here’s what I know for sure: a few years ago a friend and I went through horrible relationships at the same time. We both lost a significant amount of hair. Enough that it was visible. We both went into panic mode because the last thing you want to feel at that time is that you’re balding. She stressed about it much longer than I did and my hair had a quicker turn around. According to the Mayo Clinic that’s called “Telogen Effluvium”. With TE “emotional or physical stress pushes a large number of growing hairs into a resting phase. Within a few months, the affected hairs may fall out suddenly when combing or washing.” This simply adds to your stress. You have to get your stress in check. It’s not easy but you must. See a doctor, do yoga, play with a puppy. Whatever helps you. The minute you minimize or eliminate stress is the minute the regrowth process will begin. The sooner, the better. (Silver lining: BOTH of our hair grew back in thicker. YAY!)
Pregnancy: I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but… most of my clients have experienced hair loss with pregnancy. Not all, but most. Usually 3-6 months after the baby is born. Typically, the loss is around the hairline and/or around the nape of the neck. The reason it happens there is because that is a different type of hair. Shockingly we have more than one type of hair on our head. The hair around the hairline and nape of the neck is much more sensitive than the rest. There’s nothing you can do to stop this. The hormonal changes that happen from the start of your pregnancy to months after your baby arrives are so strong that no amount of diet, vitamin, or relaxation is going to stop this very natural process. Sorry to break it to you ladies. Get bangs.
Thyroid: Another hormonal issue: hypo-thyroid. This is a medical issue. You must see a doctor about this. After that, see your dermatologist. The doctor will help get you on the appropriate medication or treatment for your thyroid issue. A dermatologist will help with the hair regrowth. Two very different, but very important roles. I recently read a report that said “Hormonally induced hair loss happens because enzymes start to convert testosterone into DHT (dihydrotestosterone). DHT can attack the hair follicle, shrink it or even make it disappear entirely.” Best to see your doctor and dermatologist before this goes too far.
Alopecia: Alopecia in my opinion is SO random. There is no rhyme or reason to who gets it. I’ve seen it happen with the healthiest of people. It starts with small bald patches that appear for no reason and can spread into larger patches if left untreated. It is said to be caused by heredity. There is also a seperate form called “traction alopecia”. I’ve seen this caused by bad application of extensions. If extensions are applied too tightly or an extension pulls hair too far in the opposite direction of which it grows, it can damage the follicle permanently. Some extensions can also rub and irritate the scalp causing bald patches. Most of the spots I’ve seen over the years have grown hair back once the extension is out or reapplied properly. Always say something if you think an extension feels too tight.
Two interesting facts I found while researching:“Hair cells are some of the fastest growing in the body, and when your body is under stress or in crisis, hair cells can shut down in order to redirect energy elsewhere, to places where it is needed.”“Normally, hair grows about a half inch a month for about three years, and then it goes into a resting period. One in ten hairs is in a resting period at any one time, and after about three months a new hair pushes the old one out. When more hairs go into resting period, or the conversion process speeds up, the balance becomes disrupted, and hair loss occurs.”Temporary fixes:Colored dry shampoo. Spray this on your root + scalp. Not too heavily or you’ll look crazy. Just a light dusting can shadow your scalp making hair instantly appear thicker.Eye shadow. This is a trick I use on set a lot. Hardly anyone has a perfect hair line and in a photoshoot a sparse hair line can be a bother. I use eye shadow in the same shade as the hair and rub it on the scalp with my finger. It makes the area appear more dense and you honestly don’t see it.Extensions are NOT a temporary fix for fall out. You should never put extensions all the way up to the part. You should also never put extensions in weakened hair. If you MUST, use clip-in extensions so you can remove them when you’re at home and let the hair rest.Use a scalp massager, as seen HERE. You can get them online. Try amazon. Brushing weakend hair repeatedly isn’t a good idea. Better to stimulate the scalp directly.Don’t wear tight ponytails. Make sure they’re loose and not adding tension to the scalp. Or wear a messy “Fun Bun“. This sits looser and doesn’t pull downward. It also requires little to no brushing.Long term fixes:
Laser/light therapy. This is done with a brush-looking instrument. They will make small circles on your scalp. It doesn’t hurt at all. It’s slightly expensive, but a good alternative to medication.Nioxin. I’ve seen incredible results in the long run with this system. They now have specific products for women, color treated hair, advanced thinning, etc. See a professional hairstylist to get an opinion on which one you should use.GNC Be Beautiful hair vitamins. I’ve taken these. They’ve worked well for me and for my clients.At the end of the day, topical things can only do so much. Hair grows from the inside out and has to be dealt with accordingly. Work on regulating any stress disorders, significant hormonal changes or medical conditions.My final note on this subject is to get your stress under control and your hormones in check with your doctor. If you experience hair loss, try not to panic. As “holistic” as it may sound, I think the most important thing is to give your hair a safe, stress free place to grow. I hope this info helps you guys experiencing significant hair loss.Label: beauty, hair loss, important, must read, tips
Sabtu, 20 Agustus 2011 @ 00.34
"nothing feels good as skinny feel." well, I don't know how's the feeling of being skinny but it sounds fun and thrilling. I've been trying to go on a diet these days but it doesn't work out. :/ so, I decided to dicipline myself from now on. I don't wanna be fat at all. any suggestions to burn calories? and oh.. I need some tips to remove pimples too. it's so annoying! pimples are annoying. when my parents gave me money, I think straight to buy some mascer and skin food to make my skin face look good. I also buy foods and drinks with lots of vitamin and advantages for health. and every day after school I dance. I follow Heather Morris' moves on glee, it was difficult but I think it kinda burns my calories a little bit! lol :p so, I keep dancing and dancing. because if I'm not succes on business world, I'm gonna turn to another direction and apply as a model ;)Label: beauty, foods, personal, skinny
Jumat, 19 Agustus 2011 @ 06.30
Label: personal
@ 06.22
pink! definitely my favorite color of all time. esp when it comes to nail polishes, bag colors, lip glosses, etc<3
some of my friends dislike pink. why? I don't know why.. well. so far, it's been my favorite color. hehehe. just sharing, though :)Label: personal, pink
Selasa, 16 Agustus 2011 @ 05.15
good evening fellas! <3 yeees it's tuesday and I can go online on PC! tomorrow is our independence day, August 17th 2011. Indonesia's independence day :) well, school is out tomorrow. and I have no classes at thursday. so happy! but it's all gonna be back like usual on Friday... and you know what happen on Friday? 1D Music Video premiere!!!!!! OMG have I told you that I have a huge obsession on One Direction esp. Harry Styles? :D if you wanna know more about them, just go to youtube and type What Makes You Beautiful - One Direction. and listen to the song, it's awesome. it's my mood booster ;)
anyway, today I drank 2 litters of water! how awesome is that. I know right? I drank lots of water these days because I know water is so important for my body and skin. I also use a shower cream that contains yogurt and vitamin E! I loooooove my shower gel! it's Imperial Leather, "So Lovely" :D
Label: one direction, personal, shower cream, water
Jumat, 12 Agustus 2011 @ 21.54
Label: Daniel Radcliffe, Harry Potter, hell yes, tom felton, woah
@ 21.40
good (late) morning fellas! it's almost 12pm here, in my place. well, I'm gonna talk about breakfeast. you know what? breakfeast is so goddamn important for everyone. if you guys are not having your breakfeast because you're on a diet, you're completely wrong. because, it'll make you even fatter than ever. breakfeast gives you many energies to do your activities all day. a glass of plain milk and bread with nutella would make a good breakfeast for you before going to school. or, eggs & bacon, noodles, spagheti will do. for fellas who have work, you could have something heavy for breakfeast because you have so much to do in a day. so, if you want to skip breakfeast, better don't. you better skip dinner :)or, eat dinner before 7pm. that'll make your weight loss a bit. xLabel: breakfeast, personal, tips
@ 21.29
Alright, so looking at hair under a microscope is always a little bit creepy + gross. I’m only showing you this with the hopes that it might change the way you treat your hair. Once you know the cause of damage, it’s easier to prevent it, right? Here’s the long and the short of it:
a. This is a close look at healthy hair. The cuticle (the outer layer) lays smooth. All of it’s “scales” are lined up and flat, one on top of the other. Flat cuticles = smooth surface. Smooth surface = light reflection. Light reflection = more SHINE!
b. This is a slightly raised cuticle. I would say this is what the average person’s hair looks like if they use a blow dryer. The other cause of slightly raised cuticle can be towel drying. It’s okay to towel dry it but don’t rough it up. Work your way down the hair. Or gently scrunch it if you’re going for waves. As I mentioned in a previous post, t-shirt drying is much safer than towel drying and it helps to eliminate frizz big time.
c. This is an extremely raised cuticle. Main causes are bleaching, over-processing with color, over-styling with heat, using too many alcohol based products in conjunction with heat styling, shampooing and not conditioning, etc… This is bad news. When your cuticle looks like this your hair will appear dull, and lifeless. It can’t reflect shine when the surface is broken up this way. Hair Bootcamp is a must for this hair. (Which just so happens to be one of my posts for next week!) If you don’t change your routine, you’ll be looking at breakage very soon.
d. Here we have a piece of hair that WILL eventually break off. This was most likely caused by harsh detangling. Never rush through a knot. Take your time and comb it out slowly. I also recommend getting knots out with a brush instead of a comb. Sometimes the single row of teeth on a comb can actually tighten the knot. I always work knots out slowly with a brush. Another may-jor cause of this is yanking out a ponytail holder. Stop yourself and work the tangle around the ponytail holder out slowly. Sadly, once this has happened in the middle of a piece of hair, it’s definitely coming off. Collect a bunch of these and you’ve got yourself a nice case of the fly-aways! Booooo.
e. Well hello split-end. This is the enemy!! I’m actually really happy that you guys are seeing this because just knowing what split ends looks like will help you understand how they get stuck on each other. They’re like claws that can grab onto one another causing tangles. Tangled ends cause even further damage. It’s important to get them off regularly.
f. This is knotted hair. If not properly and carefully brushed out, a knot will lead to “example d.” If you gently brush it out, you can avoid that. (Also, this is just a really cool look at knotted hair!)
g. This is a shattered hair shaft. This can be caused by a bad application or rough removal of extensions. Another cause could be a bad perm (solution, the way it’s wrapped and how it’s processed). Not sure too many of you are getting perms, but if you are, please be sure to visit someone who specializes in that. Not just someone who will say yes because they want to make the money from the service. If you have extensions, make sure the person doing them is gentle, takes their time and isn’t too aggressive with your delicate hair! Whatever kind of hair you have, you’re now one big step closer to “example a.” above. We’ve got to be good to our hair! Learn it + love it. xLabel: beauty, hair, must read, tips
Jumat, 05 Agustus 2011 @ 21.45
last magical ten years with Harry Potter. long live all the magic we made, wizards! don't forget to register on Pottermore! xLabel: Daniel Radcliffe, Harry Potter
@ 21.35
Fasten your seat belts ladies! I have spent a lot of time traveling in the last couple months which can really take a toll on your appearance. So I thought I would share a couple of helpful beauty tips that I have picked up along the way.
- Moisturize! I can’t stress this one enough. The recycled air in the plane can really dry out your pretty skin. The night before you are headed to the airport be sure to use a good moisturizer and lots of it. Also don’t forget to include both a travel sized face and lip moisturizer in your carry-on luggage to use during the flight.
- It’s time to “takeoff”… your makeup! If you are like me and dread the thought of strolling though the airport bare faced, then pack some makeup removing wipes in your bag. Then, once you have boarded the plane, remove your makeup and apply a layer of moisturizer.
- Avoid carbonation and salty foods. I know this one is a challenge considering the first things to be served on a plane are salted nuts and soda, but stay strong ladies! Instead opt for some herbal tea or good old H2O. Also try packing your own snacks. Things like unsalted nuts or dried fruit make an excellent in-flight treat and won’t leave you puffy or bloated. It is also smart to avoid alcohol (sorry!) because it is more likely to make you dehydrated.
- Some of you might experience swelling in your hands and feet while flying. One way to avoid this is by wearing compression socks. They aren’t the most fashionable items, but they keep your tootsies from swelling up during the flight.
- Freshen up! Most perfume bottles exceed the limit of liquid ounces allowed through security and have to travel in our checked luggage, but no one wants to arrive at their final destination smelling like a 747. Next time you fly pack a couple of perfume samples with you. They work just as well and won’t be confiscated in security.
Label: beauty, flight, tips
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sorry guys haven't been here for sucha long time :( school's keeping me busy these days. homeworks, tasks, test, projects. yeeah, I'm a high schooler now. well, let's say HELLO AUGUST! <3
please be good to me, :) anyway, last saturday, I watched Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows part two. it was magical. I cried so hard during the movie, so sad that I can't barely breath.. hehe, especially the Snape & Lily's part, it breaks my heart so bad. Snape's love to Lily is an everlasting love, he loves Lily till he died. it was really beautiful <3
I cry myself out in that part. so sad and heartbreaking. x) and, when the '19 years later' text comes up, I began to cry like a baby. hehehe :> I'm so emotional, about Harry Potter, you know. <3 Label: august, Harry Potter, personal
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Hi there. I'm Natasha Diva, I'm 16 years old. Currently living in Jakaera, Indonesia. Well. I love pink, I'm girly, I'm simple, I'm good. Chocolate is my guilty pleasure. Late night dramas are my thing. I don't believe in monsters, but I suspect there's on in my closet eating up all my Chanel bags. A huge fan of PINK from Victoria's Secret. xo
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