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Two Easy Heatless DIY Hairstyles for Indian Outfits

Two Easy Heatless DIY Hairstyles for Indian Outfits

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Two Easy Heatless DIY Hairstyles for Indian Outfits

Hey guys,

It’s been quite some time I did a post dedicated to hairstyles here on the blog. Today I am showing you guys two easy heatless DIY hairstyles for Indian outfits, perfect for the wedding season.

I usually prefer my hair down and don’t go for updos as hair down looks better on me, comparatively. Plus this is quicker and easier.

Now I prefer washing my hair previous night to save on time the next morning, if I have to attend an early morning function. Also this first hairstyle needs some prep the previous night.

Hairstyle 1: Natural Beachy Waves with a headband

Step 1: After washing my hair and towel drying them, I use the BBLUNT High Definition Curl Defining Leave-In Cream. Apply it from mid ears to ends and scrunch my hair well.

Step 2: After about 30-40 minutes when hair is semi dry, I tie them into two regular braids and blow dry them. Now as I mentioned heatless, you can skip this step. My hair is poker straight and I need little heat. Then just sleep with your braids 🙂

Step 3: Next day after your makeup and outfit is done, just untie the braids and you will have amazing, natural beach waves and voluminous hair. Don’t brush your hair, just run your fingers through. Add the BBLUNT B Hive Volume On Crown Clip-In Hair extensions on the top for added volume on the crown and that 70’s look.

Step 4: Add a nice, bejewelled head band and finish with the BBLUNT Spotlight Hair Polish for instant shine.

And ta-daa. You are done!

Hairstyle 2: Twisted Tale with a dash of pink

Step 1: For the 2nd hairstyle, I used the BBLUNT Climate Control Anti-Frizz Leave-In Cream on towel dried, damp hair.

Step 2: Make a middle parting and take one inch hair from the front. Twist it vertically from top to bottom, and then twist it horizontally shifting it behind.

Step 3: Secure it with bobby pins and repeat the same on the other side.

Step 4: Take a middle section from the hair left ahead towards the bottom, and spray the BBLUNT One Night Stand Temporary Hair Colour. I am using Blush Pink here, as it goes well with my outfit. There are other colours to choose from- Bronze, Copper, Blue, Green. Place a foil/paper so that the colour doesn’t spoil your clothes. Finish with the BBLUNT Spotlight Hair Polish for that added shine.

And we are done 😀 You can also add a maang tikka at the centre.

So these were the two easy and quick hairstyles for Indian outfits. I hope you try them, do share pictures tagging me, if you do. Links to the products..

Which hairstyle did you like more? Let me know in the comments below.

How To Use A Shine Spray Serum

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How To Use A Shine Spray Serum

Hi guys,

Today I am talking about a shine spray serum and I have also created this easy 2 minute everyday hairstyle and shown how I’ve used this spray-on serum.

I am using the BBLUNT Spotlight Hair Polish for Instant Shine.

What it claims: This lightweight heavyweight gives even the dullest hair a glossy, smooth finish. It’s about maximum shine with minimum fuss. Step into the spotlight.

We ensure that you’ll never find a dull moment! This hair polish gives your hair all the gloss it needs to get its shine back. Let your hair shine and get ready to step into the spotlight, healthy shine guaranteed.

  • Dull and lifeless hair get instant shine, with a glossy and smooth finish
  • Provides protection and reinforcement against pollutants and adverse Indian weather
  • Provitamin B5, vitamin E and silk proteins specially created for Indian hair
  • Protects from the environment and heat styling damage
  • Specially created for Indian hair with a unique colour protect formula

3 reasons to have it in your bag:

Own that gloss, like a boss – anytime, anywhere

Instantly sets your hair in place – holds any hairstyle firmly!

First ever spray-on serum – you don’t have to get your hands greasy, just spray it!

How to use?

To say hello to maximum shine with minimum fuss, all you have to do is shake, spray & step into the spotlight. Use it after ironing your hair for best results so that you get that sleek finished look. Remember to use it on dry hair always.

MRP: Rs.550/- for 150ml (Buy HERE)

Ingredients:

It comes in a bright blue spray can packaging with a transparent cap.

I like the fact that all BBLUNT products are colour safe and have been made especially for Indian hair. This product is to be used only on dry hair and at the end of the hairstyle. Also make sure you do not use it on the roots.

It gives a sleek, glossy look and high shine to the hair. No frizziness, no dryness. Dry hair usually appears dull and lacks shine. When you straighten your hair or create a particular hairstyle, you would want frizz free, shiny hair. That is when this shine spray serum comes handy.

It is very economical and travel friendly too. I love the mini versions of BBLUNT products and this Spotlight Hair Polish also comes in a mini version, which is perfect to keep in your bag and travel with.

I created this 2 minute half-bun or ‘hun’ hairstyle which is perfect for college.

I washed my hair with the BBLUNT Perfect Balance Shampoo and Conditioner the previous day. Take the top half of your hair and secure it with a band, just like a half pony.

Twist the pony and wrap it around itself into a bun. Secure with a few bobby pins and gently tug to create more volume. Keep some strands of the hair ahead.

Finish with the BBLUNT Spotlight Hair Polish.

And we are done.

Easy, peasy and quick, the shine spray serum helps give the hair a glossy look and tames the flyaways and baby hair.

Do you like this hairstyle? Have you tried the shine spray serum?

Wella EIMI Style Range Root Shoot, Dry Me, Perfect Me Review

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Wella EIMI Style Range Root Shoot, Dry Me, Perfect Me Review

Hi guys,

Wella has introduced few new products in their EIMI Styling Range and I have been trying them since the past few days, here are my thoughts on it.

About the Wella EIMI Range: The EIMI range has a product to suit everyone’s individual style, whether they desire a volumizing boost, wild textures, dazzling shine or a smooth and silky finish. Expressing individuality has never seen so easy.  Individual style seekers can pick from 31 styling essentials including four new exciting products to create the style the best suits them – whether they want wild texture, dazzling shine, a volume boost or a smooth and sleek finish.

I love the matte grey and white cap packaging, with the EIMI written with different color on each product. The best part about this entire range is the fragrance, it smells absolutely amazing!!

NEW & HERO Dry Me dry shampoo for creating head turning volume and matte texture for any individual style. Those wanting to create some head turning volume and matte texture can try Dry Me, the new revolutionary dry shampoo.

HOLD LEVEL 2
Create volume and a manageable matte texture to achieve your look. Refresh your hair and absorb oil with this formula with Tapioca starch.

HOW TO USE:  Shake me, spray me, style me. Apply evenly on dry hair, leave in and brush through.

MRP: Rs.900/- for 180ml

It’s a normal, tall spray bottle and is very easy to use. It does not leave too much of white powder residue on the scalp unlike other dry shampoos. It creates an immediate bounce and volume. I am so in love with the way it smells.

I am very lazy when it comes to washing hair and dry shampoos are a staple for me. I have tried 6-7 different brands of dry shampoos and I can easily say, this is by far the best dry shampoo I have tried!

NEW & HERO Root Shot means you are just one shot away from high precision, weightless root lift.

HOLD LEVEL 2
Perfect root lift is only a shot away with this mousse designed for precision application.

HOW TO USE: Shake, shoot, volumise. Apply on damp hair directly on the roots and blow dry as you wish.

MRP: Rs.900/- for 200ml

If your hair is straight & flat like mine and you love volume in hair, this is the product for you! Just take some mousse on your palms and apply it on your roots on damp hair and blow dry as usual. You will immediately get insane amount of volume. Trust me, you will absolutely love the results. Since I am not a person who blow dries a lot, I don’t end up using this often. I mostly prefer air drying my hair.

NEW & HERO Perfect Me – this delicate lotion adds shine, repairs, moisturises and tame fly-aways. It creates deliciously smooth hair.

HOLD LEVEL 2
Create natural style with smoothness with this delicate lotion that adds shine, repairs, moisturizes, tames flyaways and protects from the heat of styling tools.

HOW TO USE: Pamper, perfect, protect. Caress a small amount of product on mid-lengths and ends on damp or dry hair for a luxurious feel. Style as you wish.

MRP: Rs.900/- for 100ml

A BB Lotion for your hair. You must have heard about a lot of BB creams for skin, this is a BB lotion for your hair, and rightfully so. It not only gives the hair a smooth and shiny look and controls frizz, it also repairs, moisturises and works as a heat protectant. What more does one need 😀 I absolutely love it and use it every time post washing my hair. The smell stays on for a long, long time and I can’t stop smelling my hair for the entire day :p

Dry Me and Root Shoot are meant to give you volume and Perfect Me is meant to give hair a sleek and smooth finish. I use the Dry Me dry shampoo a lot, followed by the Perfect Me and Root Shoot whenever I blow dry.

My favourite from all three is obviously the Dry Me, followed by the Perfect Me :p I have clicked pictures before and after using the dry shampoo, the results are for you all to see..

This is my flat 3-4th day unwashed hair and just look at the volume I got on the crown with the dry shampoo.

Also this range is quite economically priced at INR 900. Mostly all hair styling products fall in that price category and talking about quality, I am highly impressed with this range! Highly recommended!!

EIMI is available in all Wella Professional salons. Simply ask your Wella Professional stylist for more information.

Have you tried the Wella EIMI Range yet?

P.S: PR Samples. Honest Review

Top 10 Indian Bridal Hairstyles

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Top 10 Indian Bridal Hairstyles

By Sanchita

Indian weddings are generally the typical ‘big fat’ ones and this is the D-Day of the bride. Everything, from makeup to costume and hair has to be on point so that the bride looks nothing less than an angel walking down the aisle. To achieve the desired heavenly look, make sure to choose your hairstyle wisely while decking up. Times have changed since the typical bun and braid hairstyles for wedding and now-a- days, the brides can look equally traditional and beautiful with short hair or long one. Of course there are various hairstyles to choose from but it also confuses us a lot. Therefore, we have narrowed down the top 10 bridal hairstyles from short, medium and long hair to enhance the facial features and make her the center of all attention.

Here goes the list.

For Short Hair

1. Reverse tiara hairstyle – This is a gorgeous hairstyle for short length hair. To achieve this look, first blow dry the hair with big loose curls in the front. Then, middle part the hair and attached the pearly tiara at the back and tugging the front hair. For the back portion, make some tight curls and use a hair spray to keep them in place. And hair reverse tiara hairstyle is done.

2. Side braid hairstyle – Blow dry the hair and do a side Dutch braid along the side till the back. Secure the end with a bobby pin. Now, for the rest of the hair, simply curl and tug them with bobby pins to give an illusion of volume. Make sure all the tugging is on one side to give an impression of side bun. Lastly, put 3-4 floral pins to decorate the look and use a hairspray to make sure the hair is kept safely.

3. Low bun with accessories – Well, you can create low bun with short hair as well! Simply straighten the hair (simple straight and not poker one) and middle part the hair. Give a sleek look and bring all the hair in the back, forming a low pony. Now, divide the pony into several parts. Take a single potion, roll it and tug with a bobby pin. Similarly, follow this up for other parts as well. Now, add the shown accessories from the front to the back side, forming a half crescent on both the sides. Use a hairspray to finish the hairstyle and a pretty bridal hairstyle is done.

For Medium Length Hair

1. Matha patti hairstyle – Matha patti is a very popular hair accessory for bride and has been used in various bridal occasions. Well, you can incorporate a traditional Matha patti and create a gorgeous hairstyle for yourself. This is best for medium hair length. Blow dry the hair well to create a natural volume. Now, middle part the hair slightly and tease the crown area and create a puff there. Secure it nicely with bobby pins. Now, for the rest of the hair, simply curl them and let it be loose. Wear the Matha patti and secure this with bobby pins at the back. Finish off the look with a hairspray to keep the hair in place.

2. Layered bun hairstyle – This one of the most elegant hairstyles for brides in the year 2016. To start off, blow dry the hair and create loose big curls. You can middle part or side part the hair and form a voluminous puff by teasing the crown area and secure it well with bobby pins. Now, take a portion of hair from both the sides, roll them and secure with bobby pins. Keep doing it till you reach the lower end and the hair would form something like a waterfall layered bun as shown in picture.

3. Braid and bun hairstyle – Combine the quintessential braid and bun and create a gorgeous voluminous bridal hairstyle. Blow dry the hair well and form a puff on the crown area. Create a fluffy French braid from the crown to the nape area and secure the end with a black rubber band. Take the rest of the hair and create a voluminous bun and secure it well. Apply hairspray to keep the hair at place and attach a floral pin or any other hair accessory of your choice.

For Long Hair

1. Twist up bun – This is a very detailed and beautiful bridal hairstyle for long hair. Middle part the hair and create two waterfall braid from the front and bringing them together at them back, encircling the crown area. Once done, secure the ends well and seal with a bobby pin. Now for the rest of the hair, comb well and detangle it properly. Take small sections and twist the whole length wrapping around your fingers and make a small bun out of it. Fix the bun properly with a bobby pin. Now, do this for the rest of the hair and eventually it will form a beautiful twist bun. You can decorate it with hair accessories or flowers.

2. Side swept curls – There is nothing more beautiful and heavenly that loose side swept curls for the bridal hairstyle. Deep condition and blow dry the hair well with voluminous spray. Now either middle part or side part the hair according to your preference. Next, bring the side layers (one at a time) towards the back, forming some volume in the front. For the rest of the hair, use a big curling wand to create big loose curls and side swept the hair. When the hair will cascade down, it will look stunning for the bride.

3. Loose braid for the Christian bride – Sometimes it is tough to create a hairstyle on thin hair as it may look a bit weighed down. But this loose braid hairstyle is the perfect pick for the Christian bride walking down the aisle. Firstly, side part the hair and swept it together on one side. Now, take a section of hair and make a fishtail braid. Once down, pull the sides of the braid to create volume. Repeat this procedure for one or more times. Once satisfied, take the front layer and tug it towards the back of the head and put a floral accessory to add some prettiness to it.

4. Traditional decorated braid – This is a very simple traditional long braid hairstyle for the bride. Simply middle part or side part the hair and create a neat braid. You can also opt for French or fishtail braid and decorate it with flowers or hair accessories.

Image Source: 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9

Editor’s Note: I loved all, especially the Medium ones!

So, which is your favorite Bridal Hairstyle?

Sculpt Is The New Cult: Lakme Salon

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Sculpt Is The New Cult: Lakme Salon

Sculpt is the New Cult!
Lakmé Salon presents a collection of sculpted hair and makeup looks

Ever wondered how to get the chiseled look and perfectly styled hair as seen on celebrities and models at the Lakmé Fashion Week? Lakmé Salon makes this desire a reality with the latest Sculpt Collection- right off the runway. Marsala- a colour that provides a captivating pop of colour in both hair and makeup is one the highlights of this trendiest collection.

Bold and effortlessly glamorous, the Sculpt looks are inspired by the unique combination of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics, architecture of Antoni Gaudi and the 50’s Art Deco. The unique Sculpt collection includes a variety of never-seen-before fashion forward looks that promises to make you look your stylish best.

The Marsala Stairs
The Pixel Bob

Hair

· The Baroque Empress– Stately elegance with a classic touch, this up-style with delicate twirls can life any ensemble or occasion.
· Double Hat Chignon– Uber-chic, playful yet majestic, make a grand entrance with this up-style that redefines grace.
· The Pixel Bob– Flamboyant and full bangs, the Marasla blended with razor sharp layers turn heads wherever you go.
· The Marsala Stairs– This experimental style of global Marsala blended with razor sharp layers brings to life the grandeur of the opera house.

Victorian Matte
The Champagne Shimmer

Makeup

· Victorian Matte – Elegant, understated and in vogue, this muted angelic look has been adorned by the most coveted faces in the fashion world.
· Chiseled Pout – Arched and defined, the dual toned fuschia-cherry pink lip tint is doing its rounds on runways world-over.
· Burgundy Blush– Stunning, exquisite and full of drama, this look is all about contouring the focal features of your face with bold shades and strokes.
· The Champagne Shimmer– Hypnotizing and glamorous, the eyes can transform your look, while highlighting your most beautiful feature.

Sushma Khan, National Creative Director – Makeup at Lakmé Salon says-“The Sculpt Collections’ clean, high definition makeup accentuates facial features transforming your look entirely. This will help you achieve a perfectly chiseled look- colours like Marsala and two toned lips are the latest trends that can be seen in this collection.”

Shailesh Moolya, National Creative Director – Hair at Lakmé Salon comments on the looks “Sculpt is an expression of fashion through hair. The sculpted hairstyles borrow from different structures and geometries that span across cascading waves, baroque curvatures and celestial crimps. These looks are making waves this season, as seen at the grand finale of Lakmé Fashion Week!”

If the Sculpt trend hasn’t caught your eye already, it is definitely one you want to keep an eye out for, as beauty and fashion forecasts suggest it is the next big thing! These wearable looks and hairstyles are available at Lakmé Salons across the country. What’s more – they can be personalized by Lakmé Salon experts to complement your facial features and overall look.

So ladies, get the Sculpted look from Rs. 750 onwards at a Lakmé Salon near you. Opt for the entire look that includes hair and makeup, and get a 15% discount and be prepared to watch jaws drop and heads turn!

I tried the new Sculpt Makeup and Hair at the Lakme Absolute Salon a few days back..I would be showing you guys the complete look in few days, and also there is a surprise for you guys 🙂 Stay tuned..

Aren’t these looks pretty interesting? Which one is your favourite?

L’Oreal Professionnel Wild Stylers by Tecni.Art Beach Waves Spray Review

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L’Oreal Professionnel Wild Stylers by Tecni.Art Beach Waves Spray Review

Phew..that’s quite a mouthful. And the name is even longer L’Oreal Professionnel Wild Stylers by Tecni.Art Beach Waves Texturizing Salt Spray! Yeah :p

What the Company claims: Fresh from the beach effect, for sexy, tousled hair with a matt finish

Hold:  2- Light

How to use: Spray onto dry or wet hair and scrunch with hands or define using fingers for a more defined finish

Tips: Perfect on all hair types and to wear on top of other products for a more sexy, matt finish

Ingredients:

MRP: Rs.700/- for 150ml

It comes in a sleek,plastic bottle with the most innovative cap which has a lock button, so untill you press the lock button to one side, it won’t spray. This makes it quite convenient and would avoid wastage/spillage during travel,etc too. Smells really nice.

You can use it on wet or dry hair. I tried it on dry next day hair, I sprayed it at night, rolled my hair high up and kept it overnight.

Also see this video on how to use it..


Now if you have long or dense/thick hair, you are going to need a lot of this! Also since it has alcohol, it is bit drying and hence the matt finish, so do not expect any shine or glossiness in your hair. (Usually hair gets dry on the beach,so beachy waves are not supposed to be shiny or glossy anyways)

Next morning my hair had some waves, only towards the lower half,of course. My hair is quite straight and only slightly wavy and silky too,so nothing holds onto my hair..I need a heavy hair spray for any hairstyle to stay on my hair! :/

Since this has light hold, the waves are not like those softly done curls with a hair curler, but very light natural waves, which would loosen with a thin comb too! Hence, do not use a comb, but only your hands to get rid of tangles and scrunch them up real well!

You may follow up with a good hold hair spray to hold the waves, which I recommend you do, coz without a spray, the waves won’t stay for long, especially if your hair is usually straight like me. Or you can use a curler at first and then use this on light curls, following up with a spray.

Now coming to whether I recommend it, well you know I can get similar waves if I tie my damp hair in a braid or rolling it and tying in a bun and keeping it overnight. Also you can make your own sea salt spray at home mixing hot water,sea salt, bit of coconut/argan oil, few drops of essential oil and a bit of leave in conditioner. If you have straight hair, this won’t help much and also since the hold is light, they won’t stay for long.

So, this being priced at Rs.700 is obviously expensive, when you do need a lot of quantity in every use especially when you have long hair, I won’t say its a must have, but if you always wanted to try a sea salt spray, then you can give this a try.

Rating: 3/5

Have you tried any sea salt spray before? DIY or this or some other brand? Do let me know in the comments below.

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

Styling the new Lakme #HairIsFashion Hairstyle and Win a Hair Makeover

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Styling the new Lakme #HairIsFashion Hairstyle and Win a Hair Makeover

Hey guys,

Remember my new Lakme Absolute Salon #HairIsFashion Show Stopping Hair makeover HERE. I am in love with the subtle highlights and the cut Shefali gave me.

The highlights get a bit lighter and more visible after a few washes..so they are a little more prominent now.

How I would love to style my new hair?

With western/casual clothes, I love the way its blow dried here. I would prefer doing the same..straight locks with in between subtle hints of highlights on the crown and from behind the neck. The auburn looks perfect with a brick red lipstick here.

With Indian wear like a saree/dress, I would go with softer curls on the ends turning them outwards something like this..

Or add some embellishment with bangs similar to this (I am thinking of experimenting with short bangs)

Or side swept hair with waves..

Curls pinned to one side something similar to this..

Can’t wait to try different hairstyles..would definitely update you guys with pics of more trials..

For now, here is a contest for you guys..one of you gets a chance to win this Show Stopping Hair Makeover at Lakme Salon.

Participant must be a resident of India and must have a Lakme Salon in their city..the winner gets a Rs.1500/- voucher for their very own Show Stopping Hair Makeover.

All you need to do is answer a question why ‘Hair is Fashion’ according to you,in the comments below?

Follow me on twitter and Instagram

The contest starts today and ends on 7th March. Mention your twitter and Instagram id with your answer in the comments below.

Good Luck 🙂

Update: And the winner is

Beautiful Sparkles (Mahek)

Loved your answer girl! Congrats 🙂

P.S: 3rd,4th,5th Image from Google

My Lakme #HairIsFashion ‘Show Stopping Hair’ Makeover

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My Lakme ‘Show Stopping Hair’ Makeover

Hey guys,

Remember the Lakme Show Stopping Hair Collection I had posted about HERE and also the show I attended at Lakme Fashion Week W/F’14 which was styled by Little Shilpa.

The collection includes three dramatic themes:

• ‘Illusion’, inspired by the natural phenomenon of the ‘Northern Lights’, it is a playful fusion of colors

• ‘Metamorphosis’ inspired by the complex art forms of postmodern Paris, it is the line of dual hairstyles and textures ranging from straight and curly, to short and long

• ‘Moulin Rouge’, a modern take on the ‘classic elegant’ with bouffants and waves

So I have never ever colored my hair and was very apprehensive but still wanted to give it a shot. I was given an appointment at the Lakme Absolute Salon, Bandra which by the way is the most awesome Lakme Salon in Mumbai. I love that place, been there 3-4 times, its always a pleasure.

I chose the hairstyle in the below pic..

 

I was attended by Shefali (who btw is amazing) I told her my apprehensions that I want to maintain the length of my hair and I am coloring for the first time, so something very dark and minimal. She heard me out and suggested me the best route we could work on, also since I had cut my hair just a month ago for the wedding, she said the hair flow is perfect and she will just texturize a bit and no need of chopping off.

She brought the hair color booklet (shown above) and played a small game with me as to which color do I naturally divert towards..and it was darker shades obviously. I did not want global color but subtle highlights. we went for streaks at the top and then at the ends starting below the neck with enough space in between for the color to be visible.

She suggested I go with auburn blend which would be perfect for my hair and will just play a peek a boo in between just as I wanted it.

We started with the hair color and it had to be kept on for about 35 minutes. I was also given steam since my hair was virgin which takes more time for the color to develop.

And later the hair was washed, blow dried and some texturizing wherever required. Shefali gave me slightly shorter bangs in the front as I like it that way.

Before-After

I loved the outcome! It was just perfect..the way I pictured it and wanted it to be. I was so happy with the results, I did not expect I would like color on my hair!

One of you will get a chance to experience this Show Stopping Hair Makeover..I will announce the contest soon 🙂

I hope you liked the result too..do let me know 🙂

How to get Hollywood Hair

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How to get Hollywood Hair

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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.

Philips Essential Care Air Straightener HP8658 Review

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Philips Essential Care Air Straightener HP8658 Review

What the Company claims: Get naturally straight hair using this ‘HP8658 – Essential Care Air straightener’ from Philips. This straightener also takes care of your hair with its ThermoProtect temperature. Gentle drying and styling offered by this straightener will impress modern women.

Other specifications:

  • 650W for best results
  • Paddle straightening brush for naturally straight look
  • 2 flexible heat and speed settings for more control
  • 1.8 m cord for maximum flexibility
  • 2 years worldwide guarantee

MRP: Rs.1695/-

I love the pink and white color to begin with. It has a separate head and handle, which can be joined and removed easily whenever required, and is quite convenient to store and carry around. You just need to attach and turn for the head to lock in, and unlock and detach with just a button.

Its not exactly a hair straightener, but a hair dryer cum comb with which you can dry and comb your wet hair at the same time, and give it a straighter,sleeker, blow dried look.

Comes with

It has two heat settings, one low heat and the other high heat. I usually prefer low heat on a day to day normal basis. I love the fact that I do not need a separate hair dryer, and I can dry my hair making it more sleeker with this. It also helps in controlling somewhat frizz.

Twist and Interlock, Press Button and Detach

It gives a nice, smooth, straight look. Blow drying and styling hair at a salon costs anywhere around Rs.1000-2000/-. You can achieve a similar, if not the same (obviously) look with a one time investment like this.

This is how paddle brush looks. See the gap in between is from where the hot air blows

It works for dry hair too, in detangling the knots and giving a smoother appearance, but I would recommend the low heat setting on dry hair.

Two Heat Settings

I also love the fact that it comes with a 2 years worldwide guarantee. (which I guess most of Philips products are)

Styling
Instructions

Here is how the hair looks after drying completely and using it for 10 minutes. I usually am in a hurry, so did not use it for a longer time, it would give a more sleeker look with longer duration.

In Process
After Hair

It also comes in a KeraShine version i.e HP8659 (priced at Rs.2395/-) with ion technology and ceramic plates that helps even more in frizz by controlling and relaxing the static hair. I wanted to try the KeraShine one. If you are someone who has frizzy hair, or are ready to spend a few extra bucks, go for the KeraShine one.

And if you are someone, who would like to try this out, or don’t wish to spend much coz you are not sure if it will work that good for you (its super easy, so that should not be an issue though), you can go for this normal Essential Care Air Straightener.

Rating- 3.75/5 (KeraShine would be +0.25)

Have you tried/wish to try the new Philips Essential Care Hair Straightener ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.