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How to get Hollywood Hair

How to get Hollywood Hair

Guest Post

It’s awards season, and unless you’ve been living under a particularly isolated rock, you’ll have been bombarded with images of staggeringly good hair days at the Golden Globes and Critic’s Choice Awards in the run-up to the big ticket event: the Oscars. It’s enough to make a girl green with hair envy, but don’t despair, there’s a polished look just waiting to be discovered for all hair and face types, so pull on your satin gloves, and prepare to make your red carpet debut…

For cropped locks: a multi-tasking bob
Channel Rosamund Pike’s slick bob and opt for a blunt cut to get your lengths looking film-star fashionable. Perfect for any busy mother, this classic style is clean, feminine and easy to maintain. If you have a heart-shaped face which comes to a point at your chin, your cheekbones have earned you the right to take it as short as you dare. For a square jawline, a lob (long bob) will work better. To add awards-night levels of glamour, blow-dry smooth and skim a pea-sized dot of serum across the ends for a silky, shoulder-grazing curtain from which to peep at the paparazzi (even if it is just your selfie stick).

For mid-length tresses: boho beauty

Forget stiff and overly sculpted shape; this year’s looks on the red carpet have, for the most part, been soft, loose and effortless. Reese Witherspoon must have been studying Brigitte Bardot’s style with her choice of ‘do at the Critic’s Choice awards. Her gorgeous blond hair flowed elegantly in underworked elegance. Curling wands are the new way to unleash the shape in your locks. Twist hair as you style for a fuller, beachy look, and finish with a gentle mist of hairspray for hold that will last well into the afterparty.

For elegant up ‘dos: pin like a pro
Harsh, scraped back hair looks a little severe, so style your up do with a view to framing your face in a flattering manner. Use your curling wand on dry hair to sculpt hair around the face into curls. Tie your locks into a loose, side parted ponytail, then pin up the ends for a perfectly flattering face-framing style. Finish your look with a sweep of mulberry lipstick and a dress that shows off your collarbone for high glamour, low maintenance style.

Image by vincentkos used under the Creative Commons license.

Schwarzkopf BC Cell Therapy Repair Rescue Range Review

Schwarzkopf BC Cell Therapy Repair Rescue Range Review

I have been using this Schwarzkopf BC Bonacure Cell Therapy Repair Rescue Range (that was quite a mouthful!) since a long time now. And also other styling products and serum from Schwarzkopf.

Here is the review..

BC REPAIR RESCUE

For Damaged, Distressed or Porous Hair

100% hair replenishment
100% resilience
95% less hair breakage

High Concentration of Proteo-Lipids

The secret to BC REPAIR RESCUE lies in our highest concentration of breakthrough proteolipids, a powerful combination of hydrolyzed keratin and lipid components, that restore the protective layer of virgin hair. The Amino Cell Rebuild, with Amino Acids and Panthenol, acts to perfect the cortex, rebuilding the architecture of the hair from the inside out, restoring strength and elasticity, while adding vital moisture. The Cell Perfector Technology provides additional care – repairing the hair by filling structural gaps, restoring elasticity and imparting deep shine throughout.

BC REPAIR RESCUE Deep Nourishing Shampoo
What is it: An intensively caring shampoo for extremely damaged normal to thick hair. Cleanses, nourishes & detangles extremely damaged hair. The formula with new cell perfector technology and higher restore the inner structure for natural strength and elasticity.

How to use:
Apply to wet hair
Massage through
Leave for 1-2 minutes
Rinse thoroughly
Suitable for daily use

MRP: Rs.750/- for 250ml

Ingredients:

BC REPAIR RESCUE Conditioner
What is it: Intensive creamy conditioner for damaged hair.Repair rescue conditioner with new cell perfector technology and higher concentration of Proteolipids to detangle the hair while intensely sealing the hair cuticle, restoring natural strength and elasticity to damaged hair at a cellular level.

How to use:
Apply to the mid-lengths and ends of towel-dried hair and work through
Comb through
Work the product into the hair
Leave for 2 minutes
Rinse thoroughly
Suitable for daily use

MRP: Rs.750/- for 200ml

Ingredients:

BC REPAIR RESCUE Deep Nourishing Treatment (Hair Mask)
What is it: The most intensive BC treatment for extremely damaged normal to thick hair.

How to use:
Apply to the mid-lengths and ends of towel-dried hair and work through
Comb through
Leave for 5-10 minutes
Rinse thoroughly
Use 1-2 times per week

MRP: Rs.900/- for 200ml

Ingredients:

I love the red and white packaging. The first can shaped packaging shampoo I own, its different. Though not very travel friendly coz of the size.

Entire range is white in color and smells nice like a salon treatment does. The shampoo is runny but foams well. Cleanses scalp amazingly well, gets rid of all the dirt and grime. It is not drying and detangles hair. Its perfect for daily use too.

Conditioner is slightly runny. I like my conditioners rich and creamy. I did not find the conditioner rich or hydrating enough. My ends need more hydration and runny,liquid type conditioners do not work for me, This conditioner might work for someone with oily hair and scalp.

Coming to the hair mask, its the best in this range! Its thick, rich and creamy. It hydrates the hair really well with no heaviness. Hair does not weigh down. It is like a deep conditioning spa at home. I use it once a week or so coz it requires extra time and I am usually late and running :p But still whenever I use it, hair is super soft and smooth. No frizz or weighing down.

Overall, I would say I loved the shampoo and mask in this range. I did not like the conditioner much and when I use the three together, the results are amazing coz the last thing is the mask.

Rating:

Shampoo- 3.75/5

Conditioner- 2.75/5

Hair Mask- 4/5

Have you tried the Schwarzkopf BC Cell Therapy Repair Rescue Range? Or any other Schwarzkopf Professional Range? Your favourite?

P.S: PR Samples. Honest Review.

5 Trendy Hairstyles for Monsoon

5 Trendy Hairstyles for Monsoon
If humidity has left your hair frizzy and un-manageable, it’s time to change the way you address your hair care needs and find looks that work best for you. TRESemmé puts together a catalogue of the right hair styles and products that will make your hair ‘season proof’.Two simple yet ubér chic styles for this monsoon are the ponytail and the hair bun. The possibilities are endless with these two easy hairstyles and they are just as effective at the gym as they are on a dinner date.

Pony ‘tails’

A ponytail is a brilliant option for monsoon. It keeps the frizz under control and makes it more
manageable to redo if you get drenched when you step out. This simple hairstyle has been given a
new definition and has been experimented by many celebs on the red carpet.

Try a sleek, immaculate ponytail placed high on your head or pull it down to one side. No matter which look you choose, remember to keep the frizz in control with a little help from TRESemmé.Wash your hair with TRESemmé Climate Control. Shampoo and Conditioner to tame the fly aways. You can also curl your hair before pulling it into a ponytail.

Accessorize with a colorful floral headband or tie a bright colored scarf to your ponytail.
Pull out some strands of hair over your face for a more stylish effect.
This keeps the hair in place and still keeps you looking ready to hit the streets anytime you want

Trending Buns

One hairstyle that never goes out of vogue is the Bun – it is classic and timeless. This hairstyle is truly versatile as you can personalize it depending on the occasion and your attire. Moreover, not only does this hairstyle ooze oodles of feminine grace and charm but you can also glam it up in various ways.
Lightly brush your hair and gather all of your hair on one side, behind the ear.
Take a bungee band and form a pony tail. Hide the bungee band by covering it with a piece of hair.
One by one take the pieces of hair from the pony tail
Turn the pieces round and pin them up with bobby pins around the pony tail.
Take each piece one at a time a follow the similar procedure.
Don’t forget to wash your hair with TRESemmé Climate Control Shampoo and Conditioner to tame the fly aways before starting the bun
Stock up all your hair on top of your head in a ballerina bun, also known as a top knot bun. Another good option is a messy bun. If you are late for office or work, tie up your hair loosely in a messy bun. Looks stylish and is a quick to do hairstyle too.

Doughnut Bun

Get the wet and sassy look with a sleek doughnut bun this season.
To attain the look, de-tangle your wet hair with the TRESemmé Climate Control Conditioner.
Tie a high ponytail using a thick elastic hair band.
Cover the band completely by spreading the ponytail, which now resembles a doughnut.
Secure it using a small elastic hair band. Tuck in the excess hair around the bun using bobby pins. You are ready to face the downpour with panache!

Three rides on a pony

To strengthen hair before styling, massage your scalp with TRESemmé Climate Control Shampoo.
To begin with the section ponytail, pull your hair from the forehead, using the top layer of your hair and make a half ponytail.
Take the second layer of your hair and make a second ponytail.
Grab the remaining hair and tie the third pony near your nape.
Open up the hair a bit that connects two ponies to give it a messy touch.

Twisty style

To start with, wash your hair using TRESemmé Climate Control Shampoo, to add the extra sheen the hairstyle demands.
Now grab small sections of your hair and twist them in the form of snakes and tuck in place using bobby pins. Tie the larger section of your hair into a bun at the center of your head.
Voila, you’re all set to flaunt the wet look with élan.

Have you tried any of these hairstyles this monsoon ?