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3 Best Hair Straightening Treatments Want to achieve smoother, straight strands that are more permanent than just using a flat iron? Learn more about three of the best salon straightening treatments. 1. Japanese Rebonding Also known as thermal reconditioning, Japanese hair straightening or “rebonding” works through chemically altering hair bonds. Protein bonds in every curly strand is reconfigured to a “straight” hair bond to permanently change its structure. This results in a complete straightening of curls....

Of course he had never led a company before, and so had no track record. But he exuded self-confidence. Is that enough? That CEO candidate came to mind recently when I heard a new rap song that has two refrains: What about me? What will make me happy? What do I want to do? Where am I going? These are, of course, the kinds of thoughts that guide us through our days....

Doug Gilmour, ex-national hockey league legend, recently wrote an interesting article for The Players’ Tribune. It was a letter to his younger self. It was personal. It was revealing. It was poignant, and it was telling. Telling of a limited mindset that too many of us embrace in the hopes of finding added motivation to perform at our best. Gilmour, a celebrated hockey alumnus, spent a good lot of his career trying to prove to others that despite his limited size, he was capable of playing with the best in the NHL....

The Breakup Haircut Society has finally starting doing away with stereotypical gender norms. This means long locks are no longer the definition of femininity. What was a revelation a century ago is now the norm: women can rock short hair, too. The breakup haircut echoes that declaration and is guaranteed to have you feeling sexy and empowered. There’s nothing like the rush of a dramatic hair change to have you feeling excited and hopeful....

Date’s Ingredients: 1 Boxed cake (easy, right!?) 2 Mini cake or loaf tins 1 Container of White Frosting Food Coloring Assorted Candies, I used my left over goodies from my Inside Trick or Treat Date! Printable Note The only rule of this date is that you are to decorate the cake, for your spouse, by representing their interests, wants and/or likes! I’ll warn you now; it’s MUCH harder than it looks to decorate cakes with sticky frosting and little candies!...

How We’re Crushing On Hair Gel for a Wet Look A modern femme fatale look with a slight teddy-boy spin, using hair gel for a wet look via smearing just the sides of your hair is a charming, retro throwback that most anyone can wear. Decidedly less aggressive than a full-on wet look (and arguably more economical), the side-smear is also more flattering as it allows for the top of your hair to be parted to one side, instead of being completely pulled back....

In this video from 2016, the UK’s Mental Health Foundation shares some startling statistics: isolation can be as bad for your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. How Isolation Impacts Our Health “We are made for community, to be connected with others, in fact we cant thrive in life without good relationships” the Mental Health Foundation says. Experiencing isolation can place us at greater risk for high blood pressure, poor sleep, and damaged immunity....

Meanwhile, I was asked to speak at an upcoming conference, Wisdom 2.0 Youth. I was asked for the title of my talk and somehow Race to Right Here Right Now arose in my mind. It was then that I realized: many of us, at a very young age, are already racing to somewhere, but we’re losing the race to being right here right now. We are always wanting to attain a goal, accomplish a task, move forward in our education or our career....

The Secret to the Thickest Hair You’ve Ever Had A lot of our ideal perfect hair dreams can be boiled down to one very specific wish: thicker hair. There’s a reason the hair extension business is booming – women want to add instant length and thickness to their strands for the appearance of a perfect head of hair. But what if we told you that you skip all the finessing this summer and employ a few easy techniques to naturally transition to thicker strands?...

Aurora teaches a great class on women’s technique and has some interesting things to say about the follower’s role here. About tango leads, she says, “I dance with them, but I also dance with me.” (Aurora also happens to sell beautiful tango shoes…don’t get me started on the shoes!) I caught the Argentine tango bug about seven years ago (after trying ballroom tango and then salsa). Ballroom tango just wasn’t my style (more power to them, though)....

Thinning Hair Remedies For Thick Hair 1. Try a straightening treatment. A professional straightening treatment can get rid of any frizz causing poof. Not every straightening treatment will give you pin straight hair. If you have a wavy texture that you want to keep, talk to a salon professional about which kind of Brazilian straightening treatment is right for you. If you are in the market for long lasting stick straight hair, take a look into Japanese hair straightening....

Instagram Beach Waves DIY 1. Wash and condition. Start off by washing and conditioning your hair with TIGI Copyright Custom Care Volume Shampoo and Conditioner. This duo will wash and nourish your strands and leave them with loads of volume. 2. Create volume. Once you’ve gotten out of the shower and gently towel dried your hair, spritz TIGI Copyright Custom Create Volume Lift Styling Spray through your roots. This styling product will add even more lift to your hair and aid in creating that lifted textured look....

As we’ve previously explained, dry shampoo soaks up excess oils on the hair and scalp and refreshes strands in-between hair washing. You’re probably thinking that you don’t have this issue; however, rest assured that using dry shampoo can help you out in numerous ways. Read on to discover how and when you can incorporate this product into your routine. and how to pick the best dry shampoo for curly hair....

Tips and Tricks to Create Smooth Waves Even in the Winter Get smoother strands in the shower Styling your hair with a curler will give you a beautiful style, but it’s important to get them as healthy and smooth as possible before styling. Find a shampoo and conditioner duo that emphasizes moisture and nourishment. You want the smoothest base possible so that you don’t have to keep heat on your hair for longer than necessary....

It’s Time to Wash Your Hair, and Here’s How We Know 1. You’re Experiencing Product Build-Up Product buildup is a reality and it will come for you if you’re not washing your hair enough. Don’t let all the sprays, serums, and stylers start to build up in your hair. This will help weigh down your hair, causing dullness and even some clumping and shedding. Too much product buildup will look and feel unsettling....

Minimalist Hairstyles for Summer: The Only 3 Styles You Need 1. The Middle Part Low Bun This hairstyle is a great place to start, it goes with every outfit and it can work for any summer occasion. To style, smooth your hair back into a neat, low ponytail, wrap the ends of your hair into a bun and pin in place. For staying power and shine, set with TRESemmé Smooth & Silky No Frizz Shine Spray....

Fun New Looks to Try in Your 20s 1. Pixie Cut Shave some time off from your morning routine by sporting a daring pixie cut. Not just a way to sleep in for a few more minutes, a pixie cut is a truly confident hairstyle that adds depth to your face. This cut is also ideal for someone who wants a low-maintenance style that merely needs a bit of the Bed Head by TIGI Manipulator Matte Cream to help mold hair in various directions or to keep it controlled and slick....

I began to think about how I wasn’t a very good swimmer, how I often get motion sickness, and that I would probably get seasick. I was sure the fish would bite me. This flood of thoughts about my past and my future filled my mind and offset any anticipated enjoyment. In the same way, I’ve noticed that many of the teens I work with worry excessively about things that are out of their control....

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