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According
to Philip Kingsley, top trichologist, washing hair frequently
will keep it healthy. The amount of dirt that accumulates on the
scalp in a 48 hour period is huge. This is caused by pollution and
perspiration, especially in the summer months, which forms a layer
on the scalp. Washing frequently with an appropriate product will
keep scalp and hair healthy.
Philip advises using a scalp tonic after shampooing and conditioning
- this boosts blood circulation in the scalp and improves hair growth.
It also adds lift at the roots and gives extra control and shine.
He also recommends plenty of massage. |
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Massaging the scalp is not only extremely relaxing but it also encourages
hair growth by stimulating the follicles and increasing the transportation
of nutrients to the hair. But take care- massage very gently in
small movements moving scalp gently back and forth and be careful
not to 'rub' as this could damage new growth.
Even better, ask your stylist to do a simple head massage next time
you go for a re-style, it's usually an inexpensive extra and is
wonderfully invigorating and relaxing at the same time. |
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Believe
it or not, I have never had my nails professionally 'done' yet
- not even a coat of polish. I keep promising myself to find time
but somehow don't get round to it. But all that is about to change
as my niece is now training as a nail technician and I've volunteered
to be a guinea pig. Watching her at work the other day, I was absolutely
amazed at the results which you can achieve even with the shortest,
unkempt nails.
For me, the most incredible thing was the choice in really artistic
designs - I watched as she painted tiny but perfectly beautiful
angels on a lady's nails then brought them to life with a coat of
sparkle. My absolute favourites though were tiny bunches of grapes
and cherries on each nail for a lady chef. The detail was amazing
and I'm busy thinking of something apt for myself.
Also, my niece informs me that her training salon offer a service
where I can pre-pay for sessions for friends and family as gifts
so guess what I'll be giving my female relations for Christmas!
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I
was recently asked by a friend
if I thought that she should get rid of her long hair as she was
now approaching the big 40! My answer was absolutely not! At least,
not for the reason she gave.
Age alone should never determine what length or style you should
choose. Okay, wearing high-up bunches when you're 60 might look
a little silly but within reason you can keep the styles you've
always loved for as long as they still suit you.
As we get older our face does change shape and we should take that
into account when altering our style. Also, take account of how
much time you have to look after your style. 'Older' hair can sometimes
become difficult to manage and may need more attention - if you
can't spare the time needed to keep long hair in shape then go for
something more manageable.
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| If
your long hair is still in good condition as you mature then there
is no need to cut it off, but as our faces tend to 'sag' slightly
at 45+ it's a useful tip to 'lift' sides of hair up away from the
cheeks to enliven the face. Also, try to create movement in the
hair with layers and clever highlighting to keep hair lively. Personally,
I really like to see mature long hair elegantly swept up in a gentle
up-do which looks great even on hair that is greying and for those
of us with curly hair a few tendrils left loose can really soften
the face and create a youthful look. |
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