Small Changes to your hair can have a Big Impact
Expert advice from Kala Kilshaw, ego Professional founder and head of Creative
Tips for quick and easy hairstyles changes: Small Change, Big Impact
Whether you want to completely revamp your hairstyle or make a few small tweaks to freshen up your look we have all the tips you'll need to liven up your hair in no time.
Be BOLD
Use a temporary colour for a short term, style savvy fix.Change your stylist – be daring and step out of your comfort zone, you never know what you might have missed until you try it
Go shorter – if you have always had the same haircut and style, going shorter can give you a real confidence boost as you step out with an edgy new look
If you're not quite ready for a complete colour change but are still feeling a bit daring, add a sprinkling of face framing high or low lights depending on your current hair colour
Have a short fringe cut in and reshape your eyebrows – instantly refreshing your look
Play It Safe
Expose the back of your neck with a soft chignon or high ponytail. It's amazing how a simple style change can work wondersTwist unruly hair into a ponytail, then a knot. Mist with water and leave to dry then unravel for instant texture.
Back brush the crown, spritz and either tie or clip your hair to the side.
Try a few hair extensions for added volume and this will also allow you to experiment with a variety of styles
Slick back hair using wax and a little hairspray on dry hair and a vent brush for an instant transformation - add more colour to your lips if this one makes you nervous
Change your parting
Tuck your hair behind your ears and treat yourself to some new earringsWhichever route you decide to take in transforming your hair I always recommend following the steps below to help maintain healthier looking hair
Vitamins A, D and E all provide benefits for the hair so ensuring your diet is full of these or taking supplements will help stimulate blood supply and improve condition
Always use shampoo and conditioner in professional recommendation – your stylist will be able to advise the best products suited to your hair type and condition, now you can get that silky soft salon feeling at home
Always comb conditioner through to help hair reflect light and shine
Use the temperature settings on styling tools – every hair type is different and remember hotter is not always better!
Use dry shampoo and a soft bristle brush for instant root lift without damage
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