Hairstyle & Haircut Collection by Lelia Reed

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prom updo hairstyles

Because they’re currently popular with young people and the hip hop and rap communities, cornrows may seem like a modern and cutting edge hairstyle. However, they’ve actually been around for hundreds of years. They’ve achieved this popularity because of their versatility and maintainability. These factors make cornrow updo hairstyles perfect for a variety of occasions.

A cornrow is a tiny braid which is woven right next to the scalp, sort of like a french braid. It can take hours to cover an entire head in these plaits, but the result is a clean, polished look. The first people to braid hair in such a way lived in Africa, where different regions had different customs associated with the braids. For instance, only women traditionally wore their hair in cornrows in Nigeria, while warriors and kings wore them in Ethiopia. The hairstyle was brought to America by slaves, who continued to practice it as a way to hold onto their traditions.

By the middle of the 20th century, it had become unpopular to wear one’s hair in cornrows. Most black women chose instead to straighten their hair. Many of them changed their minds, however, when they saw actress Cicely Tyson on television with cornrowed hair. Over the next couple of decades, it became extremely popular for black women to wear their hair in a style that exhibited its natural texture, such as the cornrow.

Because the style began in Africa, it is often presumed that only black men and women can pull off cornrows. However, Bo Derek disproved this theory in 1979 when she was seen in the film ‘10′ wearing her hair in long, blonde braids. Later, the hip hop movement of the 1990s had men and women of all ethnic backgrounds successfully sporting the hairstyle.

This hairstyle offers a variety of options to its wearer. The braids are easy to maintain, needing only a gentle washing and a little oil every couple of days, so they’re great for anyone who doesn’t want to worry about a lot of upkeep. At the same time, they can look fantastic as part of a formal updo. Musical artists like Alicia Keys, Ciara, Lil Mama, and Mya have all made stunning appearances with their hair partially or totally braided.

While cornrows were first seen in ancient Africa, they have made a successful transition to modern America. They are simple to maintain, so they are a great look to wear every day, but they can also look amazing as part of an elaborate updo. These qualities make them a classic and versatile hairstyle.

By Aaron Sheldon

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Medium Hairstyles for Wedding Guests

The wedding invitation has arrived, the gift has been bought and now it’s the day of the wedding. As the wedding guest, the decision has to be made on what type of hairstyle to have. The guest shouldn’t have one that will upstage the bride, but have one that will complement the bride’s hairstyle.

A simple bob with the hair pinned up on one side is a very nice hairstyle for a wedding guest to have. The hair requires little fuss and the style will last for the duration of the ceremony and reception. A little hairspray or gel will give the style a sleek look that is sure to last. A loose updo is another great medium length hairstyle for the wedding guest.  With a few pins and some hairspray, the hair is sure to stay in place for the celebration of the bride and groom. It gives the hair a look of class without going over the top.

Another good thing about these styles of hair is that they are simple to do and can be done without having to go to the salon. So, if the guest decides to wear dress pants or a dress, there are different hairstyles available.

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Medium Hairstyles for Wedding Guests

Long Curly Haircut Tips

Long curly haircuts for wavy hair brings with it some responsibility to your hair, and to yourself.  There are some things you need to do to make sure you take care of it, especially if you go and get a perm next. Only get touch ups as need, don’t go getting a full perm again, unless of course you really need it. If you are taking proper care of it, this shouldn’t happen for awhile. Remember, perms in general can be pretty damaging to your hair, as the chemicals used are pretty powerful, and should only be used if ABSOLUTELY necessary.

A lot of people make the mistake of washing their hair inside of 24 hours. It takes about 24 hours for the curls to settle, and develop fully, if you wash it too soon, you will lose the perm. Don’t wash it for at least 24 hours, and it can last you for months Make sure you are using hair products that promote curly and wavy haircuts, this will prolong the life off all those wonderful curls.With these 5 tips you just learned, your perm will last longer, while your hair will stay healthy and vibrant, for a very long time.

An important thing to remember is that when you get your perm done, the chemicals strip your hair of its natural oils, and moisture, so it needs to be replaced. Each morning, make sure you are careful and gently comb your hair, as you do not want to undo the curls. And again, make sure you use products that promote curls, these will be the ones that take out the frizz, and remoisten your hair.5. Want to enhance your new perm? Maybe give yourself a new sultry look with those waves? All you gotta do is scrunch.

Long Curly Haircut Tips

Natural Ingredient Lipsticks

Symbol of sexuality, sensuality and eroticism, lipstick is now a customary accessory to any make-up kit. Hundreds of colors, models with different waxes and applicators, in a variety of shades, easy to remove or permanent, with natural ingredients or not, with flashes of diamond, gold or mate, have created a real profitable industry over time.

Detailed archaeological research revealed that the first use of natural ingredient lipsticks has been 5000 years ago, on the territory of Mesopotamia (Iraq, Syria and southern Turkey today). Considered a weapon of seduction, lipstick has become really valuable: in colored beeswax were finely mixed ground semiprecious stones, which gave a special lip glow. In ancient Egypt, with 4,000 years before our era, women of a certain social position applied on the face a green cream of copper ore, in order to define features. They used lipsticks based on natural ingredients, such as scented oils and painted their eyebrows with a fat cream obtained from sheep and lead. It seems that they even used perfume to cover the smell of facial make-up.

Ancient Egyptians used cosmetics on mercury. Primitive people used to paint their body, with ornaments of religious processions. Oil, hair conditioner, powder and paint were used. Many of these products originate in Asia, but are recorded for the first time in Egypt. Egyptians women were enchanted by the magical power that their full colored lips had on men. Women in ancient Hindu civilization used natural ingredient lipsticks to be beautiful, but this tool has become really popular captured during Queen Elizabeth I of England, which in fact launched the white skin fashion, excessive powdered skin and red meat lips.

Natural ingredients such as glycerin or different acids may come from animal sources, while carmine comes from gargle. Beeswax and wax from plants such as apricot, jojoba, and castor are often used. 61% of lipsticks bought in the U.S. and tested by the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics had been detected a significant amount of lead, which is banned in the EU. A study of Wolff also argued that the accumulation of a specific ingredient in the body has wide systemic effects on tested animals. Although since 2004 animal testing of finished products has been banned, complete prohibition of testing cosmetics on animals comes into force in March 2009. Test animals are mice, rats, rabbits and guinea pigs.

Organic Lip Care products use only natural ingredients, to the detriment of the chemical and harmful ones. Natural ingredient lipsticks have double effect: they feed and hydrate your lips. With its natural ingredients and refreshing – pepper, cinnamon and Shea menthol – temporary highlights and emphasizes the natural color and shape of your lips. The result: A sensual mouth, with “full” lips and healthier look. The aroma of cinnamon strengthens the feeling of beautiful lips in a natural way. This lipstick regenerates dry and cracked lips with its natural ingredients: vitamin E, marigold, orange oil, beeswax, Shea butter and cocoa. With a subtle sweet flavor, lipstick Treatment is a strong moisturizer and a treatment that regenerates and protects lips as well.

Natural Ingredient Lipsticks