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Weakened hair can be caused by a number of factors, including frequent dying, bleaching and even regular heat treatments like permanents or daily straightening or curling. Whatever the cause, it can make your otherwise beautiful mane look just plain bad. Luckily, there are some ingredients that can commonly be found in conditioners that can strengthen your hair and restore its natural beauty.]]> http://www.typef.com/featured-videos/signature-series/make-two-strand-twists-african-american-hair/ Sat, 31 Mar 2012 13:50:00 -0700 http://www.typef.com/featured-videos/signature-series/make-two-strand-twists-african-american-hair/
Making two-strand twists on African-American hair is a lot more straightforward than you might think. Make two-strand twists on African-American hair with help from a hair professional in this free video clip.]]> http://www.typef.com/featured-videos/signature-series/deep-condition-african-american-hair/ Sat, 31 Mar 2012 13:50:00 -0700 http://www.typef.com/featured-videos/signature-series/deep-condition-african-american-hair/
Deep conditioning African-American hair only requires you to follow a few basic, easy to manage steps. Find out how to deep condition African-American hair with help from a hair professional in this free video clip.]]> http://www.typef.com/featured-videos/signature-series/conditioner-dry-african-american-hair/ Sat, 31 Mar 2012 13:50:00 -0700 http://www.typef.com/featured-videos/signature-series/conditioner-dry-african-american-hair/
Choosing a conditioner for dry hair requires you to look at a few key things. Learn about the best conditioner for dry African-American hair with help from a hair professional in this free video clip.]]> http://www.typef.com/featured-videos/signature-series/eye-shadow-looks-nice-dark-skin/ Tue, 20 Mar 2012 12:34:00 -0700 http://www.typef.com/featured-videos/signature-series/eye-shadow-looks-nice-dark-skin/
Certain types of eyeshadow look better on darker skin tones than others. Learn what eyeshadow looks nice on dark skin with help from a celebrity makeup artist in this free video clip.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/hair-can-used-latch-hook-weave/ Sat, 10 Mar 2012 19:38:07 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/hair-can-used-latch-hook-weave/ http://www.typef.com/article/perm-stripping-agent/ Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:08 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/perm-stripping-agent/
If you were born with naturally straight hair, you may long for curly or wavy locks to spice up your look. Perming kits for home use offer a way to attain your dream, but they are not altogether foolproof. When a perm yields less-than-desired results, don't resign yourself to looking like a frizzy poodle until it grows out: You can undo your 'do by acting quickly. It may seem counterintuitive, but another perm kit will strip away the results of the first one if you'll use it in a different manner. To be most effective, you will need to strip away the old perm within two or three days to restore your straight texture.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/difference-between-silk-rebonding-soft-rebonding/ Sat, 03 Mar 2012 05:21:37 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/difference-between-silk-rebonding-soft-rebonding/
The quest for straight hair doesn’t end with flat irons and chemical relaxers. The world of thermal restructuring, which came out of Japan in the late 1990s, introduced curly girls to hair rebonding. Hair rebonding is a permanent straightening process that can help tame frizzy, unruly locks. While the silk and soft rebonding processes may seem like a godsend, they can take a toll on your tresses.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/add-conditioner-hair-frost-mix/ Tue, 28 Feb 2012 16:49:09 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/add-conditioner-hair-frost-mix/
Hair frosting kits are an inexpensive at-home solution for highlighting your tresses. The good news is that they're easy to use, but the downside is that they're tough on your hair. The bleach in hair frost mix actually penetrates into the hair and strips it of its natural color, leaving some strands lighter. Over time, this damages your smooth locks and creates frizz. To give hair some added protection while you frost, add conditioner to your frost mix before applying it.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/lip-lacquer/ Thu, 23 Feb 2012 16:30:23 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/lip-lacquer/
When you want a pout that shouts "sexy!", lip lacquer goes a step beyond regular lip gloss for a standout shine on your kisser. The best lip lacquer for each particular lady depends on her complexion and makeup palette. Across the board, however, fashion mags rave about high-end lacquers, so save up your pennies for the best lacquers available and leave the cheap stuff at home when you're going out on the town.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/prevent-hip-eyeliner-drying-out/ Thu, 23 Feb 2012 16:18:24 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/prevent-hip-eyeliner-drying-out/
Makeup is expensive enough without the added nuisance of it going bad before you hit the bottom of the bottle. But a slew of cosmetics just seem to dry out, crust over or shrivel up midway through their use. This is especially true for those crème or gel eyeliners, like L’Oreal HiP. Before you go chucking it in the garbage, there are things you can do to revive that dried-out gel. In fact, you can do a couple of things to keep if from ever drying out in the first place.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/skin-tones-look-good-light-ash-brown-hair/ Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:16:44 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/skin-tones-look-good-light-ash-brown-hair/
If you're a color-conscious lady, you know that you should change the hue of your hair only if the new color complements your skin. Just like other hair colors, light ash-brown has undertones that look good only with a compatible skin color. So take the time to do a little detective work and figure out your skin tone. Once you know if your skin tone and light ash-brown mesh well, you'll be good to go.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/lowlights-vs-foils/ Thu, 09 Feb 2012 03:57:07 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/lowlights-vs-foils/
Locks looking dull and drab? Give them a major boost with some color. Highlights and lowlights are a fierce way to enhance your hair without changing it completely. They can boost your natural glow and even make you look years younger. Get the dish on the difference between these two techniques and whether foils or balayage are the best application method.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/combining-hair-dye-make-own-color/ Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:40:05 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/combining-hair-dye-make-own-color/
Even though you color your hair at home, you want to look like you just walked out of the salon when you finish. If you're one of the 37 percent of women "Harper's Bazaar" estimates opt to save a little cash by coloring their hair at home, knowing a few pro tricks can result in the color you want. One of the best tips: Combine different dyes to customize your color.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/raise-moisture-levels-hair/ Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:44:07 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/raise-moisture-levels-hair/
Take a section of hair and rub it between your fingertips. If you hear a sound so loud someone could hear it from across the room, you’ve got moisture issues with your hair. Think about your hair like a plant: When you have enough moisture, it looks beautiful. When moisture starts to escape from heat styling, chemical treatments or cold temperatures, your hair turns dry and brittle. You can turn this all around with beautifying treatments dedicated to boosting your hair’s moisture levels. The result will be healthy, shiny and moisture-infused hair.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/dying-hair-dark-losing-dimension/ Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:35:15 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/dying-hair-dark-losing-dimension/
With lighter hair colors, you typically get a whole lot more dimension. You have your red and golden hues that make your hair look rich and thick. Black or really dark brown tend to lie flat without the layers of variations you most often see in lighter styles. Dark hair is so dramatic though that it may be worth trying a few techniques and processes to get it both dark and deep.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/good-shampoo-conditioner-perms/ Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:12:16 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/good-shampoo-conditioner-perms/
Properly caring for your permed tresses can help ensure the longevity of the chemical treatment and keep your locks looking envy-worthy. When you get a perm, the bonds in your hair that make it strong and flexible break down, so the ideal hair care products are those that help reinforce weaknesses in the shaft and keep your locks hydrated.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/loreal-bright-red-semipermanent-hair-color/ Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:24:02 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/loreal-bright-red-semipermanent-hair-color/
Dying your hair red is a perfect way to spice up your look, and using a semipermanent dye is a great way to test the waters. The L’Oreal website states that its semipermanent formulas last up to one week -- or seven shampoos -- and do not lighten your hair. The subtle color change offered is ideal if you’ve never dyed your hair and are nervous about the results or if your hair is already chemically treated.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/rockabilly-eyebrows/ Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:47:02 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/rockabilly-eyebrows/
The retro rockabilly look harkens back to the Bettie Page era of pinup girl fashion. Feminine, but more edgy than romantic, the makeup regimen consists of applying matte foundation, doing scarlet lips and creating bold eyes and eyebrows. Bold, however, does not mean ungroomed. Take a page from the book of Dita Von Teese and make your rockabilly eyebrows immaculate, arching and dark. While some rockabilly queens go to extremes and tweeze or shave their eyebrows off to start with a fresh look, this can result in scabs and uneven growth.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/tips-before-dyeing-hair-make-color-last/ Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:03:03 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/tips-before-dyeing-hair-make-color-last/
Whether you’re a bombshell blonde, a rockin’ redhead or a bodacious brunette, nothing stings like dyeing your hair with your signature shade, then watching as the color fades in a matter of days or weeks. Sun and shampoo take a toll on your color, and some shades, particularly reds, are notorious for fading. But if you prep your hair correctly before you color, you’ll help your gorgeous locks keep their sizzle longer.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/use-cream-lightening-kit-highlighted-hair/ Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:30:03 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/use-cream-lightening-kit-highlighted-hair/
Cream-lightening kits provide no-mess solutions when you need to highlight your own hair. Because the consistency of the bleach is thicker, it's simpler to avoid having it touch your scalp, which can cause irritation. According to iVillage, lightening your highlighted locks can give you an unpredictable result, so it’s best to use cream-lightening kits, bleach and hair dyes from the same company -- because their formulas are made to work well together.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/can-toner-used-day-after-mixing-developer/ Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:03:12 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/can-toner-used-day-after-mixing-developer/
Pizza, casseroles, pasta -- some things work great as leftovers. Hair toner and developer mixed together, however, aren’t meant to be a leftover. When you have a toner and developer mix you would like to use a day after mixing it, the developer will either have lost its effectiveness or may have resulted in an unwanted explosion. Since using toner a day after mixing with developer won’t work for you, always mix your toner and developer immediately before using.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/red-brown-shades-hair-complement-cool-complexions/ Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:13:13 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/red-brown-shades-hair-complement-cool-complexions/
Getting golden, sun-kissed tans and strands may be an easy feat for California girls, but not every woman needs to be bronzed and blonde. If you have a cool complexion and want to honor your natural skin tone with a complementary hair color, you have plenty of options. Cool-skinned girls normally have ash blond, medium brown, dark brown or bluish-black hair and flesh undertones of pink or blue. If you want to switch your natural shade of tresses for a flattering brown or red, study your color chemistry first.]]> http://www.typef.com/article/make-henna-appear-less-red/ Mon, 23 Jan 2012 03:02:28 -0800 http://www.typef.com/article/make-henna-appear-less-red/
You want a healthy, vegetable-based dye but don’t want to look like a vegetable after using it. Henna is the only 100 percent naturally derived plant-based hair color available. Chemical dyes brutally break open your hair shaft and force in color – often causing damage to your precious locks in the process. Henna naturally stains the outside of each hair shaft, so it leaves your hair soft and healthy but sometimes with a redder color than you planned. Henna naturally has red undertones and can turn your locks tomato-y if left on too long or used on light hair. If you want to use henna to warm up your dark or red hair color, use some simple strategies to avoid going too red.]]>