Layers Haircut

Layers are a great addition to any haircut. They help to add movement to a style, reduce bulkiness and can sometimes make styling easier. If you have extra frizzy or thick hair, you will want to go with very long layers as short layers do not work well with frizzy hair.

One of the most confusing types of hair styles are those that are layered. Even the term "layering" is often misunderstood by hairdressers and hair consumers alike.

This article was written to share hair secrets about what hair layering really is and tips on how to acquire the layered hairstyle of your dreams.

Quite simply, hair layering means the creation of variable lengths of strands throughout an established hair cut whether long, medium, short or mixed lengths.

Although there are multiple reasons for confusion about hair layering, the key confusion is not in the actual definition but is tied to the misinterpretation of the many different ways layering can be used to alter or enhance an existing hairstyle.

Layering may be done with a traditional hair cutting scissors, a thinning shears that has one notched blade, with a razor or a combination. 

The tools utilized depend on the skill and comfort level of the hairdresser as well as the type and texture of hair being layered. The desired hairstyle will also influence which layering tools are used.

Thinning shears are quite similar to hair cutting scissors except that they have one or both blades notched or serrated. The single notched edge of thinning shears cuts more hair. The notches provide a way to layer hair in a uniform manner. 

A very popular trend today is to get a short to medium length haircut with very long layers added throughout. The short shag hairstyle, similar to Meg Ryan’s in Harry met Sally, is making a comeback this year. It has that heavy layered- looks like you grabbed the scissors and started cutting your hair every which way-look that can be worn in a short or medium length.

There is a shortcut step that many women have used in performing this haircut. The trick has made it possible to give a good-looking cut with minimal experience. Simply have the person whose hair is to be cut lie on a table or high counter top with his or her head hanging over the end upside down. Make sure the head is completely vertical – albeit inverted – comb the hair down and cut it off on a straight plane. It’s not practical for many people, but in cases where it can be done it will greatly speed the cutting process.

Best Oils For Dry And Damaged Hair

Almost all types of oils are good for damaged and dry hair. To cure this problem, you need to apply good oil that repairs and protects hair. These are essential oils and carrier oils.

Essential oils

These are made with plant extracts. Rich in scent, these are popular because of their aromatic quality. nourishment to damaged hair, thus making them strong, soft and supple. These oils contain many vitamins and minerals that are found in the plants these are made from. It is highly nourishing dose for sticky, oily hair as well.

The most widely used essential oils include rose, lavender, basil, jasmine, sage, lemongrass and rosemary.

Precaution: Since essential oils are too strong in their pure form, it is better to dilute them with carrier oil.

Carrier oils

Unlike essential oils, these are non-scented. These are usually made with vegetables and nuts. You can apply these alone or with any essential oil. They have powerful nutrients for nourishing damaged hair, but their affects are not as good as of essential oils. Therefore, these are best used in combination with essential oils. Popular carrier oils are almond, coconut, olive, canola, hazelnut, wheat germ, vegetable and jojoba.

Proportion

The ideal amount mainly depends upon your specific requirement, preference and condition of hair.

Short and thin hair: Use one tablespoon of oil.

Long and thick hair: Apply one-third (1/3) cup.

Mixture should have carrier oil as the major ingredient and a few drops of essential oils. The more essential oil is added, stronger the aroma will be.

Medium length hair: Mix 1/4 cup of carrier oil mixture and add 2 to 8 drops of essential oil in it. For example, you can have 2 tablespoons of coconut oil and 2 tablespoons of jojoba oil mixed with 1 drop of lemon grass oil and 2 drops of lavender oil.

How to use

For best results, warm oil in a pan or microwave for about ten seconds and then apply generously all over scalp. Wash with shampoo and warm water. Don’t use any conditioner after that, as the oil will provide sufficient moisture.

Summer Color Trend 2012

The summer colour trends take up the exotic summer excitement into account for defining the fashion trends. Every individual should look and follow the summer colour trends according to the skin colour and the occasion. If you want to get your personal collection for nail colours refreshed into a fashion-forward trend then for you should take into account the latest summer colour trends. Overlooking the trends will not fulfil the criteria of fashion-forward trends for nails.

When we update the nail polish colours we focus on the colours for the season with the suitability of the outfit, and every individual detail of the outfit being worn so the summer colour trends should not be forgotten this

Morning walk to enhance the Beauty

Beauty is within, this notion is very true because a happy person looks beautiful as compared to a stressed out person. You need to have a healthy lifestyle in order to look beautiful. Beauty products and makeup does enhance your beauty but it is an artificial way to do it. The natural way to look beautiful is to have a healthy diet plan, exercise and stay happy.

Mental stress can cause a lot of problems in one’s life and it also harms the beauty of a person from the inside and outside. There are many ways to enhance one’s beauty and morning walk is an excellent way to do it.

Morning walk is a great source of exercise and also enhancing one’s beauty. Any form of exercise releases the stress in one’s life and they feel better after taking out all the negative energy. Everyone feels better after doing a little exercise. Morning walk also helps you out with maintaining your body weight and looking good and fresh.

Morning walk is also an excellent way to be at peace because early morning the city is sleeping the birds are chirping and the sun is coming out. One stays near the nature and absorbs that beauty. Morning walk enhances the beauty and it is evident as soon as a person sets the routine for a morning walk.

It makes you stay fit for long and keep you away from physical and mental diseases. A healthy diet plan is also very important. Fresh juices keep your skin fresh and glowing and it looks beautiful. These methods are far better than the artificial ones such as facials and makeovers.

Morning walk gives you solitude and one can also go with a family member, alone or with a friend and talk. Morning walkis really healthy and your entire day goes smoothly and you feel fresh instead of feeling lazy or lethargic. Maintain a routine of morning walk in your lifestyle and it will enhance your beauty.

Plum Eyeshadow

If a smoky eye in inky black is too severe for you, try to create the look in a color. Mila Kunis got it right with a smoldering shade of plum at St. Jude’s 50th anniversary gala in Beverly Hills. The look worked especially well with her deep purple lace dress. Start with a silvery layer of lavender dabbed along the top and bottom lashlines. Then top it off with the darker tone of shadow and a liner over the water line. Try a smoky gray eye with a platinum dress or a matching navy eye and gown on your next big night.

Navy Eyeliner

At the 17th Annual Critics Choice Awards in Los Angeles, Emma Stone's shimmery blue eyeliner, courtesy of makeup artist Rachel Goodwin, caught our attention. "Navy-lined eyes are an easy way to baby step into the world of color," Goodwin told us. "I used a metallic blue for a more glamorous effect." In the same way a chambray shirt and a pair of jeans will work with almost anything, blue eyeliner can be an unexpected neutral in your makeup bag. Goodwin notes that keeping the rest of your makeup low-key will prevent the pop of color from feeling dated. 

Shapely Eye Shadow

Harsh lines are usually a no-no when it comes to eye shadow, but Ashanti's bold blue look has us reconsidering. At the grand reopening of Jay-Z's 40/40 club, the singer rocked a shimmery cerulean shadow with winged out liner. We love how the color gives off an unexpected edge without being reminiscent of the '80s. When creating a graphic look like Ashanti's eye shadow primer is key. Smooth on the primer beforehand so that the bold color has something to grip onto, and keep the rest of your makeup light so your eyes can take center stage. 

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To minimize your makeup bag, pack only the essentials: moisturizer for luminous skin, rehydrating elixir to refresh your makeup, powder to de-shine your T-zone, an eyeshadow palette, lipstick, and mascara.

Our makeup expert makes it easy for you — never leave the house with a makeup bag the size of your purse again!

Perfect Black Eyeliner

At the Paris premiere of Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, Salma Hayek lined her lids with soft smudgy black liner, which defined her eyes without looking too harsh. For best results, try a thin waxy pencil and start on the bottom, inside the waterline. Next, tug on the top lid before gliding the pencil across in two short strokes: One from the inside and one from the outer corner. Take an angled shadow brush to gently smudge. Finish with a wash of taupe—like Salma—inside the crease for a glamorous wintry look. 

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Sidestep streaks by mixing self-tanner with moisturizer before applying. This dilutes the formula so you don't look stripey.

Already have dark skin? You should still go faux if you want to go darker — read up on why there's a high fatality rate for skin cancer in those with darker skin.

Ultra-Soft Eye Makeup

At the premiere of her new movie,Bachelorette Kirsten Dunst sported the most perfectly undone braid across the crown of her head and a barely-there smoky eye. Her makeup artist Jamie Greenberg used mark products to create the subtle look. She prepped Dunst’s lids with an eye primer, then swept a sheer shadow in the corners of her eyes and followed with a dusting of silver metallic in the creases. "To give her some depth and augment her natural eye color, I added a blue shade and lightly outlined her lower lids with a long-wear felt tip liner and shadow,” says Greenberg. She finished up with some mascara. Dunst’s glowing skin and sheer red lip stain finishes off her look that’s glamorous without being overdone. 

Radiant Skin

Jessica Alba wasn't afraid of sporting a strapless dress at the 2010 Venice International Film Festival. And for good reason: Her skin had a healthy, lit-from-within glow. To keep the skin on your body from looking dull and lifeless, swap your daily lotion with a moisturizing body perfection cream. Most contain hyaluronic acid, which leaves your skin taut and luminous. 

Even-toned Skin

GET THE LOOK: Discoloration and dark patches have no place on our faces! Luminous, even-toned skin makes you look years younger. To undo the damage the sun causes your complexion, look for a night cream with potent levels of albatin, which inhibits melanin production. 
INSIDER TRICK: To keep skin looking radiant, wear a sheer foundation containing SPF and glow-enhancers during the day, like Laura Mercier's Illuminating Tinted Moisturizer. 

Matte Skin

GET THE LOOK: Buh-bye high-shine makeup! Lucy Liu's skin looks ready for the transition from summer into fall with an ever-so-soft dewy finish. 
INSIDER TRICK: Avoid the greasies! Prep bare skin with an oil-absorbing makeup primer, which soaks up shine before it has a chance to affect cosmetics. After applying makeup, gently dab your T-zone with translucent powder. (Look for a finely milled formula, which looks natural, not dusty). 

Blemish-Free Complexions

GET THE LOOK: Beautiful skin like Amy Adams's starts with a few simple lifestyle changes, says Dallas-based dermatologist, Dr. Allison Singer. "Always wash your face before bed and avoid high-sugar foods," she says. "Recent studies suggest increased insulin levels can increase oil gland activity." 
INSIDER TRICK: If a pimple pops up before a big event, Dr. Singer says, "A cortisone injection given by a dermatologist directly into the blemish will make it go away in about 24 to 48 hours. Also, a combination of benzoyl peroxide and clindamycin cream used on the spot is a great zit zapper."