Women's Hairstyles: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Spiral Perm
View photos of permed hair!
View photos of permed hair!
Basic Perm
View photos of permed hair!
View photos of permed hair!
Boomerang Perm
Boomerang Perm Photo
Boomerang Perm Photo
Low Side Swept Updo (side)
Photo gallery of hair updos for any special occasion. Updos for prom, weddings, formal events, dances, and much more.
Photo gallery of hair updos for any special occasion. Updos for prom, weddings, formal events, dances, and much more.
Low Chignon
Photo gallery of hair updos for any special occasion. Updos for prom, weddings, formal events, dances, and much more.
Photo gallery of hair updos for any special occasion. Updos for prom, weddings, formal events, dances, and much more.
Soft Bridal Updo
Close-up view of the soft bridal updo in the previous photo. Here you can see how formed and tight her curls are.
Close-up view of the soft bridal updo in the previous photo. Here you can see how formed and tight her curls are.
Polished Updo
This polished updo with soft curls was perfect for a beach wedding bridesmaid!
This polished updo with soft curls was perfect for a beach wedding bridesmaid!
Fun and Funky Updo
This fun and funky updo gives a playful and full appearance.
This fun and funky updo gives a playful and full appearance.
Low Side Swept Updo
Photo gallery of hair updos for any special occasion. Updos for prom, weddings, formal events, dances, and much more.
Photo gallery of hair updos for any special occasion. Updos for prom, weddings, formal events, dances, and much more.
DIY Hair Extensions
This step-by-step guide will teach you how to place clip in hair extensions at home.
This step-by-step guide will teach you how to place clip in hair extensions at home.
Asymmetrical Hair Cut (side)
This is the side view of the asymmetrical hair cut by a platform artist from Sexy Hair.
This is the side view of the asymmetrical hair cut by a platform artist from Sexy Hair.
Fun Curly Updo
This fun and crazy curly updo will make an impression. Lots of curl and braids make this style a lot of fun.
This fun and crazy curly updo will make an impression. Lots of curl and braids make this style a lot of fun.
Bridal Updo
Bridal updo with soft curls and lots of volume. Veil sits high on top of the brides head, nestled in her curls.
Bridal updo with soft curls and lots of volume. Veil sits high on top of the brides head, nestled in her curls.
Formed Curls Bridal Updo
Photo gallery of hair updos for any special occasion. Updos for prom, weddings, formal events, dances, and much more.
Photo gallery of hair updos for any special occasion. Updos for prom, weddings, formal events, dances, and much more.
Formed Curls Updo
Beautiful updo with formed curls and volume through the crown.
Beautiful updo with formed curls and volume through the crown.
Formed Curls Updo (back)
Back view of the formed curls updo from the previous photo.
Back view of the formed curls updo from the previous photo.
Big Bun Updo w/Curls
This large bun updo sits high on the back of the head and has a few pretty curls in the center of the bun.
This large bun updo sits high on the back of the head and has a few pretty curls in the center of the bun.
Structured Updo
This structured updo has minimum volume, a side part, and features formed curls created with a knotting technique.
This structured updo has minimum volume, a side part, and features formed curls created with a knotting technique.
Soft Half-up Style
This beautiful hair style features large soft curls that are softly swept back at the top and sides.
This beautiful hair style features large soft curls that are softly swept back at the top and sides.
Perm Red Flags
Deciding to get a perm could mean the difference between beautiful curls or 1980's frizz! How do you know if getting a perm will have you running away from the salon in tears? Find out with these red flags to consider before you get a perm.
Deciding to get a perm could mean the difference between beautiful curls or 1980's frizz! How do you know if getting a perm will have you running away from the salon in tears? Find out with these red flags to consider before you get a perm.
Down with Big Soft Curls
Hair Photo Gallery featuring hair styles that are half up, partially pulled up, and styled down. Find inspiration for your next formal event: wedding, prom, formal dance, and much more.
Hair Photo Gallery featuring hair styles that are half up, partially pulled up, and styled down. Find inspiration for your next formal event: wedding, prom, formal dance, and much more.
Bad Hair Cut?
A bad haircut can break your spirit and induce anxiety. Learn how to cope with a bad haircut and how to coax your hair into growing out a little faster with this advice.
A bad haircut can break your spirit and induce anxiety. Learn how to cope with a bad haircut and how to coax your hair into growing out a little faster with this advice.
Angelina Jolie Messy Updo
Angelina Jolie's messy updo makes for a fun and flirty look on the red carpet.
Angelina Jolie's messy updo makes for a fun and flirty look on the red carpet.
Asymmetrical Hair Cut
This asymmetrical hair cut was cut by platform artists at the Sexy Hair booth at America's Beauty Show.
This asymmetrical hair cut was cut by platform artists at the Sexy Hair booth at America's Beauty Show.
CHI Straight
A review of my experience with the CHI Straightening System on permed hair.
A review of my experience with the CHI Straightening System on permed hair.
Heidi Klum Big Braided Bun
Heidi Klum's big braided bun makes a bold statement while remaining simple and elegant.
Heidi Klum's big braided bun makes a bold statement while remaining simple and elegant.
Katherine Heigl Wavey Updo
Katherine Heigl's Old Hollywood updo creates an elegant and sophisticated look.
Katherine Heigl's Old Hollywood updo creates an elegant and sophisticated look.
Gwen Stefani Twisted Updo
Gwen Stefani takes a 40's pin up look and gives it a spin all of her own.
Gwen Stefani takes a 40's pin up look and gives it a spin all of her own.
Dita Von Teese Unique Updo
Dita Von Teese's unique updo features a large bun positioned on top of her head, much like a hat would be placed!
Dita Von Teese's unique updo features a large bun positioned on top of her head, much like a hat would be placed!
Side Swept Twists
This pretty hair style features soft twists and big curls swept to the side to cascade down her shoulder.
This pretty hair style features soft twists and big curls swept to the side to cascade down her shoulder.
Haylie Duff Big Curly Updo
Haylie Duff's updo features big soft curls piled high on her head.
Haylie Duff's updo features big soft curls piled high on her head.
Sienna Miller Flirty Updo
Sienna Miller's flirty updo is a perfect look for the red carpet or a casual night on the town.
Sienna Miller's flirty updo is a perfect look for the red carpet or a casual night on the town.
Farouk Stage Demo
Platform Artists from Farouk Systems demonstrate two hair cuts on stage at America's Beauty Show in Chicago.
Platform Artists from Farouk Systems demonstrate two hair cuts on stage at America's Beauty Show in Chicago.
Penelope Cruz Braid Updo
Penelope Cruz's unique updo features shiny braids that are wrapped around her head in a halo like fashion.
Penelope Cruz's unique updo features shiny braids that are wrapped around her head in a halo like fashion.
Down with Soft Curls (back)
Hair Photo Gallery featuring hair styles that are half up, partially pulled up, and styled down. Find inspiration for your next formal event: wedding, prom, formal dance, and much more.
Hair Photo Gallery featuring hair styles that are half up, partially pulled up, and styled down. Find inspiration for your next formal event: wedding, prom, formal dance, and much more.
Heidi Klum Curly Messy Updo
Heidi Klum's big curly updo is pulled back loosely and pinned back in a messy fashion.
Heidi Klum's big curly updo is pulled back loosely and pinned back in a messy fashion.
Eva Longoria Updo
Eva Longoria's hair is pulled back with a lot of volume at the fringe and big soft curls in the back.
Eva Longoria's hair is pulled back with a lot of volume at the fringe and big soft curls in the back.
Jennifer Lopez Smooth Updo
Jennifer Lopez's smooth and sleek updo gives a glamorous look without a lot of extra fancy flair.
Jennifer Lopez's smooth and sleek updo gives a glamorous look without a lot of extra fancy flair.
Heidi Klum's Fun Updo
Heidi Klum's fun and funky updo compliments her personality!
Heidi Klum's fun and funky updo compliments her personality!
Bridal Tiara (front view)
This long hair style is perfect for a bride or prom! Big soft curls are pulled back softly from the face with side swept bangs. A tiara sets this hair style off!
This long hair style is perfect for a bride or prom! Big soft curls are pulled back softly from the face with side swept bangs. A tiara sets this hair style off!
Curly Half-up Style
Back view of the curly half-up hair style from the previous photo.
Back view of the curly half-up hair style from the previous photo.
Top Five Wearable Styles
Academy Awards Hair Hits Anne Hathaway
Academy Awards Hair Hits Anne Hathaway
Graduated Cut
Graduated Hair Cut, or graduation, refers to a hair cut with a graduated shape or wedge. This type of haircut results from cutting the hair with tension, low to medium elevation, or overdirection and the final result has a stacked area around the exterior.
Graduated Hair Cut, or graduation, refers to a hair cut with a graduated shape or wedge. This type of haircut results from cutting the hair with tension, low to medium elevation, or overdirection and the final result has a stacked area around the exterior.
Brittany Murphy Soft Updo
Brittany Murphy's updo looks soft and sweet with wispy waves.
Brittany Murphy's updo looks soft and sweet with wispy waves.
TIGI Stage Demo
Platform artists on TIGI's Stage demonstrate new techniques to color and cut hair.
Platform artists on TIGI's Stage demonstrate new techniques to color and cut hair.
Ion Ceramics Iron Demo
A representative from Ion Ceramics demonstrates the use of this unique curling iron that is made in Italy. I was really impressed with the beautiful curl that this curling iron produced and am still kicking myself for not purchasing at least one for the salon!
A representative from Ion Ceramics demonstrates the use of this unique curling iron that is made in Italy. I was really impressed with the beautiful curl that this curling iron produced and am still kicking myself for not purchasing at least one for the salon!
Angelina Jolie Elegant Updo
Angelina Jolie graces the red carpet with this elegant updo.
Angelina Jolie graces the red carpet with this elegant updo.
Short Hair Updo
Believe it or not, this bride's hair was no longer than three to four inches at any given spot, but she had a beautiful updo on her wedding day!
Believe it or not, this bride's hair was no longer than three to four inches at any given spot, but she had a beautiful updo on her wedding day!
Janet Jackson Curly Updo
Janet Jackson's updo showcases lots of tight curls piled high on her head.
Janet Jackson's updo showcases lots of tight curls piled high on her head.
Side Swept Twists (front)
Front view of the side swept twisted hair style. Here you can see how the curls cascade down Mackinze's shoulder.
Front view of the side swept twisted hair style. Here you can see how the curls cascade down Mackinze's shoulder.
Jessica Simpson Braid Updo
Jessica Simpson's simple braided bun is elegantly placed low on her neck.
Jessica Simpson's simple braided bun is elegantly placed low on her neck.
Bridal Tiara (side view)
Side view of a bridal hair styled down with big soft curls and side swept bangs.
Side view of a bridal hair styled down with big soft curls and side swept bangs.
Jennifer Lopez Formed Updo
Jennifer Lopez's sleek formed updo beautifully compliments her facial features and is glowing on the red carpet.
Jennifer Lopez's sleek formed updo beautifully compliments her facial features and is glowing on the red carpet.
Short Soft Style
This bridesmaid didn't want a lot of fluff in her style, but she did want to look polished. A few curls and some light hair spray did the trick!
This bridesmaid didn't want a lot of fluff in her style, but she did want to look polished. A few curls and some light hair spray did the trick!
Jennifer Lopez Soft Updo
Jennifer Lopez shows off this soft updo that is loosely pulled back with a center part. Her bangs/fringe area are allowed to fall softly forward to frame her face. The back is fun and messy.
Jennifer Lopez shows off this soft updo that is loosely pulled back with a center part. Her bangs/fringe area are allowed to fall softly forward to frame her face. The back is fun and messy.
Runway Model
This runway model at America's Beauty Show showcases some of the extreme hair designs that can be found at the show.
This runway model at America's Beauty Show showcases some of the extreme hair designs that can be found at the show.
Asymmetrical Haircut
a haircut or style that features proportions that are not equal. This type of haircut is designed to balance facial features or create an interesting style.
a haircut or style that features proportions that are not equal. This type of haircut is designed to balance facial features or create an interesting style.
Balayage
Balayage is a highlighting technique where lightener (typically powder lightener) is painted directly onto clean, styled hair with a brush.
Balayage is a highlighting technique where lightener (typically powder lightener) is painted directly onto clean, styled hair with a brush.
Half-up Style w/Pin Curls
Back view of previous half-up style with pin curls.
Back view of previous half-up style with pin curls.
Carved Curl Short Hair Style
This short hair style features timeless carved waves.
This short hair style features timeless carved waves.
Cate Blanchett Curly Updo
Cate Blanchett's blonde hair shines with this loose updo featuring lots of curls!
Cate Blanchett's blonde hair shines with this loose updo featuring lots of curls!
Ion Ceramics Curling Iron
Ion Ceramics Curling Iron Photo from America's Beauty Show
Ion Ceramics Curling Iron Photo from America's Beauty Show
Short Bridal Hair Style
This short hair style is perfect for a bride and features big soft curls.
This short hair style is perfect for a bride and features big soft curls.
Locks of Love Donation
Watch the process as this client cuts 11 inches of hair off to donate it to Locks of Love.
Watch the process as this client cuts 11 inches of hair off to donate it to Locks of Love.
UV Protection
Protecting your hair from UVA and UVB rays from sun exposure can save your locks from becoming dry, brittle, frizzy, faded, and broken! Learn how to protect your hair from the sun's rays!
Protecting your hair from UVA and UVB rays from sun exposure can save your locks from becoming dry, brittle, frizzy, faded, and broken! Learn how to protect your hair from the sun's rays!
Prepare Yourself for a Change
What better way to boost your self image than to spend a few hours at the salon getting a whole new hair color look! Learn how to arrive at the salon prepared and ready!
What better way to boost your self image than to spend a few hours at the salon getting a whole new hair color look! Learn how to arrive at the salon prepared and ready!
PHilton Updo
Paris Hilton's updo is swept to the side in an asymmetrical fashion and placed low on her head.
Paris Hilton's updo is swept to the side in an asymmetrical fashion and placed low on her head.
Glaze
Glaze: nonammonia hair color that adds shine to the hair. Can also add tone to the hair or neutralize an unwanted tone.
Glaze: nonammonia hair color that adds shine to the hair. Can also add tone to the hair or neutralize an unwanted tone.
Lather, Rinse, Repeat
If you've ever wondered why the shampoo bottle directions read "lather, rinse, repeat" you've come to the end of your search. Find out what these directions mean and learn how to properly shampoo your hair once and for all!
If you've ever wondered why the shampoo bottle directions read "lather, rinse, repeat" you've come to the end of your search. Find out what these directions mean and learn how to properly shampoo your hair once and for all!
Blunt Haircut
Blunt Haircut is a type of haircut in which all the hair falls to the same length at the permeter. It is cut with no elevation or overdirection. Also referred to as a one-length, zero-elevation, or no-elevation cut
Blunt Haircut is a type of haircut in which all the hair falls to the same length at the permeter. It is cut with no elevation or overdirection. Also referred to as a one-length, zero-elevation, or no-elevation cut
Color Filler
color filler refers to a coloring technique where, typically, a demipermanent hair color is used before applying permanent hair color in order to achieve even coverage. A filler is also used to replace missing tones when coloring hair several shades darker.
color filler refers to a coloring technique where, typically, a demipermanent hair color is used before applying permanent hair color in order to achieve even coverage. A filler is also used to replace missing tones when coloring hair several shades darker.
Finger Waves
Finger waves refer to a type of curl or style that involves shaping and directing the hair into in a pattern of “S”-shaped waves using fingers, combs, and waving lotions or gels.
Finger waves refer to a type of curl or style that involves shaping and directing the hair into in a pattern of “S”-shaped waves using fingers, combs, and waving lotions or gels.
Hair Pressing
Hair pressing, also called hot coming and flat ironing, is a method of temporarily straightening curly, frizzy, or unruly hair by means of a heated iron or comb.
Hair pressing, also called hot coming and flat ironing, is a method of temporarily straightening curly, frizzy, or unruly hair by means of a heated iron or comb.
Foil Highlights
A highlighting technique that involves coloring selected strands of hair by slicing or weaving out sections and lacing them on foil or plastic wrap with lightener or hair color applied to the selected sections. The hair is sealed in the foil or plastic wrap while processing.
A highlighting technique that involves coloring selected strands of hair by slicing or weaving out sections and lacing them on foil or plastic wrap with lightener or hair color applied to the selected sections. The hair is sealed in the foil or plastic wrap while processing.
Chemical Hair Relaxing
Chemical Hair Relaxing refers to the chemical process of rearranging the basic structure of curly or wavy hair into a straight or less wavy form.
Chemical Hair Relaxing refers to the chemical process of rearranging the basic structure of curly or wavy hair into a straight or less wavy form.
Back-combing
Back-combing involves combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp, in a way that will cause shorter hair to mat at the scalp and form a cushion or base. Also called teasing, ratting, matting, or French lacing
Back-combing involves combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp, in a way that will cause shorter hair to mat at the scalp and form a cushion or base. Also called teasing, ratting, matting, or French lacing
Spring Hair Advice
Advice and tips for maintaining healthy hair during the spring and into the summer months.
Advice and tips for maintaining healthy hair during the spring and into the summer months.
Back-brushing
a hair styling technique that involves using a brush to tease the hair to build volume and reduce roller marks during a roller-set comb-out.
a hair styling technique that involves using a brush to tease the hair to build volume and reduce roller marks during a roller-set comb-out.
hairdensity
Hair density refers to the number of individual hair strands per square inch. Hair density is often defined as thin, medium, and thick hair.
Hair density refers to the number of individual hair strands per square inch. Hair density is often defined as thin, medium, and thick hair.
Fragilitas Crinium
Fragilitas Crinium is the technical term for brittle hair.
Fragilitas Crinium is the technical term for brittle hair.
Cowlick
A cowlick is a section of hair that usually grows in a swirl pattern and causes the hair to stand straight up.
A cowlick is a section of hair that usually grows in a swirl pattern and causes the hair to stand straight up.
Hair Texture
Hair texture is the diameter of each individual hair strand. Texture is typically defined as fine, medium, or course.
Hair texture is the diameter of each individual hair strand. Texture is typically defined as fine, medium, or course.
Photo Submission
Did you love your prom or wedding hair? Do you have a great hair cut, color, perm, or relaxed hair? Show it off on About.com! Email your photo and we'll include it in our photo galleries!
Did you love your prom or wedding hair? Do you have a great hair cut, color, perm, or relaxed hair? Show it off on About.com! Email your photo and we'll include it in our photo galleries!
Ammonium Thioglycolate
the primary active ingredient (reducing agent) found in alkaline permanent waves
the primary active ingredient (reducing agent) found in alkaline permanent waves
Alkaline Perm
a permanent wave that processes at room temperature. Alkaline waves typically have a pH between 9.0 and 9.6.
a permanent wave that processes at room temperature. Alkaline waves typically have a pH between 9.0 and 9.6.
Basic Perm Wrap
Basic Perm Wrap, also known as a nine-section perm wrap. In this type of wrap, all the perm rods within each panel (nine panels total) move in the same direction (typically they are rolled down). All the perm rods are positioned on equal-size bases. Each base section is horizontal and is the same length and width as the perm rod.
Basic Perm Wrap, also known as a nine-section perm wrap. In this type of wrap, all the perm rods within each panel (nine panels total) move in the same direction (typically they are rolled down). All the perm rods are positioned on equal-size bases. Each base section is horizontal and is the same length and width as the perm rod.
Gradual Color
Gradual Hair Color, also known as metallic hair color, contain metal salts that change natural hair color gradually by progressive buildup and exposure to air, creating a dull, metallic appearance. Many men's hair colors are metallic/gradual hair colors.
Gradual Hair Color, also known as metallic hair color, contain metal salts that change natural hair color gradually by progressive buildup and exposure to air, creating a dull, metallic appearance. Many men's hair colors are metallic/gradual hair colors.
acid balanced perm
a permanent wave (perm) that has a pH between 7.8 and 8.2. This type of perm processes at room temperature and does not require added heat. An acid balanced perm will process more quickly and produce firmer curls than a true acid wave perm
a permanent wave (perm) that has a pH between 7.8 and 8.2. This type of perm processes at room temperature and does not require added heat. An acid balanced perm will process more quickly and produce firmer curls than a true acid wave perm
Hair Porosity
Hair porosity refers to the hair's ability to absorb moisture. Very porous hair is typically damaged with the cuticle not completely intact, usually from too much bleaching or over processing from perms or relaxers. Porous hair absorbs hair chemicals very quickly and can become over process and damaged quickly. On the contrary, hair that is not very porous does not absorb chemicals very quickly and can be difficult to perm or color.
Hair porosity refers to the hair's ability to absorb moisture. Very porous hair is typically damaged with the cuticle not completely intact, usually from too much bleaching or over processing from perms or relaxers. Porous hair absorbs hair chemicals very quickly and can become over process and damaged quickly. On the contrary, hair that is not very porous does not absorb chemicals very quickly and can be difficult to perm or color.
Cornrows
Cornrows are narrow rows of tight visible braids that lie very close to the scalp. They are created with a three-strand, on-the-scalp braid technique.
Cornrows are narrow rows of tight visible braids that lie very close to the scalp. They are created with a three-strand, on-the-scalp braid technique.
Alopecia Areata
characterized by the sudden falling out of hair in patches. Alopecia areata may occur on the scalp or anywhere else on the body.
characterized by the sudden falling out of hair in patches. Alopecia areata may occur on the scalp or anywhere else on the body.
Bricklay Perm
bricklay perm wrap is a type of perm wrap where the base sections are offset from each other row by row, similar to the way bricks are placed on a wall.
bricklay perm wrap is a type of perm wrap where the base sections are offset from each other row by row, similar to the way bricks are placed on a wall.
Double Process Color
Double process color is a coloring technique that requires two procedures. In the first procedure the hair is prelightened (usually with lightener) before depositing color. Also called double-application tinting and two-step coloring
Double process color is a coloring technique that requires two procedures. In the first procedure the hair is prelightened (usually with lightener) before depositing color. Also called double-application tinting and two-step coloring
Hard Press
A hard press is a hair straightening technique that removes all of the curl by using a pressing comb twice on each side of the hair shaft.
A hard press is a hair straightening technique that removes all of the curl by using a pressing comb twice on each side of the hair shaft.
Demipermanent Color
Demipermanent hair color is similar to semipermanent hair color but demipermanent hair color is typically longer lasting and is formulated to deposit but not lift (lighten) the natural hair color. Also called deposit-only hair color.
Demipermanent hair color is similar to semipermanent hair color but demipermanent hair color is typically longer lasting and is formulated to deposit but not lift (lighten) the natural hair color. Also called deposit-only hair color.
Canities
Canities is the technical term for gray hair. It is caused by the loss of the hair’s natural melanin pigment
Canities is the technical term for gray hair. It is caused by the loss of the hair’s natural melanin pigment
Deep Conditioner
Deep conditioning treatments are created from chemical mixtures of concentrated protein and heavy cream base of a moisturizers. Deep conditioners are typically applied and left on the hair for 5 - 30 minutes. The use of additional heat through a dryer may be used to help the conditioner penetrate deeper into the hair shaft.
Deep conditioning treatments are created from chemical mixtures of concentrated protein and heavy cream base of a moisturizers. Deep conditioners are typically applied and left on the hair for 5 - 30 minutes. The use of additional heat through a dryer may be used to help the conditioner penetrate deeper into the hair shaft.
Blow-dry Styling
Blow-dry styling, often called a blow out, is when the hair is dried and styled in one step. A round brush or vent brush are typically used during blow-dry styling.
Blow-dry styling, often called a blow out, is when the hair is dried and styled in one step. A round brush or vent brush are typically used during blow-dry styling.
Cap Highlight Technique
Cap highlight technique is a lightening technique that involves pulling strands of hair through a perforated cap with a thin plastic or metal hook.
Cap highlight technique is a lightening technique that involves pulling strands of hair through a perforated cap with a thin plastic or metal hook.
End Papers
End papers are absorbent thin papers that are used when wrapping a perm to control the ends of the hair. Also known as end wraps.
End papers are absorbent thin papers that are used when wrapping a perm to control the ends of the hair. Also known as end wraps.
Double Tool Perm
A double tool perm is a speciality perm wrap where two perm rods are used on one strand of hair and are placed one on top of the other. Also known as a piggyback perm.
A double tool perm is a speciality perm wrap where two perm rods are used on one strand of hair and are placed one on top of the other. Also known as a piggyback perm.
Alopecia
abnormal hair loss
abnormal hair loss
Highlights
Highlighting refers to a hair coloring technique where only some of the hair strands are colored lighter than the natural hair color. This technique is used to add the illusion of sheen and depth. Highlights can contrast strongly with the natural hair color to give a dramatic look, or they can be a subtle difference for a more natural appearance.
Highlighting refers to a hair coloring technique where only some of the hair strands are colored lighter than the natural hair color. This technique is used to add the illusion of sheen and depth. Highlights can contrast strongly with the natural hair color to give a dramatic look, or they can be a subtle difference for a more natural appearance.
Highlighting Shampoo
Highlighting shampoo is a mixture of shampoo and hydrogen peroxide developer. On occasion, hair lightener is also mixed in. It is often used by professional hair stylists when a lighter natural hair color is desired or when a permanent hair color results in a darker shade than desired.
Highlighting shampoo is a mixture of shampoo and hydrogen peroxide developer. On occasion, hair lightener is also mixed in. It is often used by professional hair stylists when a lighter natural hair color is desired or when a permanent hair color results in a darker shade than desired.
Hair Extensions
Hair extensions are hair additions that are secured to the base of the client’s natural hair or scalp using clips, braids, or glue in order to add length, volume, texture, or color.
Hair extensions are hair additions that are secured to the base of the client’s natural hair or scalp using clips, braids, or glue in order to add length, volume, texture, or color.
Chemical Texture Service
Chemical texture services are hair services that cause a chemical change that will permanently alter the hair's natural wave pattern. Also referred to as a perm or relaxer service.
Chemical texture services are hair services that cause a chemical change that will permanently alter the hair's natural wave pattern. Also referred to as a perm or relaxer service.
2008 Academy Awards
Review of the Academy Award's hair. A review of the top five wearable hair styles on the red carpet. Diablo Cody is featured.
Review of the Academy Award's hair. A review of the top five wearable hair styles on the red carpet. Diablo Cody is featured.
Dry Shampoo
Dry shampoo is shampoo that cleans the hair without using soap and water.
Dry shampoo is shampoo that cleans the hair without using soap and water.
Glyceryl Monothioglycolate
Glyceryl Monothioglycolate: the main active ingredient in true acid and acid-balanced waving lotions.
Glyceryl Monothioglycolate: the main active ingredient in true acid and acid-balanced waving lotions.
Hairline
A hairline refers to the the hair that grows along outter most perimeter of your hair including the face, around the ears, and along the neck.
A hairline refers to the the hair that grows along outter most perimeter of your hair including the face, around the ears, and along the neck.
hairelasticity
Hair elasticity refers to the ability of a strand of hair to stretch and return to its original length. Hair is said to have good (normal) elasticity if it can stretch up to 50% of its length when wet. The better the elasticity, the stronger the hair.
Hair elasticity refers to the ability of a strand of hair to stretch and return to its original length. Hair is said to have good (normal) elasticity if it can stretch up to 50% of its length when wet. The better the elasticity, the stronger the hair.
Hair Spray
Hair spray, or finishing spray, is a styling product that comes in the form of a mist and is used to hold a style in position. Hair spray is available in a variety of holding strengths and from a wide variety of companies.
Hair spray, or finishing spray, is a styling product that comes in the form of a mist and is used to hold a style in position. Hair spray is available in a variety of holding strengths and from a wide variety of companies.
Base Relaxer
A base relaxer is a type of relaxer that requires base cream to be applied to the entire scalp prior to performing the relaxer service. Not all relaxers are base relaxers.
A base relaxer is a type of relaxer that requires base cream to be applied to the entire scalp prior to performing the relaxer service. Not all relaxers are base relaxers.
Exothermic Perm
An exothermic perm is a type of perm solution that creates chemical reaction that makes the solution heat up internally, which speeds up the processing time.
An exothermic perm is a type of perm solution that creates chemical reaction that makes the solution heat up internally, which speeds up the processing time.
Concentrator
A concentrator is a blow dryer attachment that directs the air stream to the desired section of the hair with increased intensity.
A concentrator is a blow dryer attachment that directs the air stream to the desired section of the hair with increased intensity.
Contributing Pigment
Contributing Pigment refers to the pigment or tones that lie under the natural hair color. Contributing pigments are exposed when natural color is lightened (through hair color or highlighting). Contributing pigment should be taken into consideration when a new, artificial, hair color is selected. Also called undertone.
Contributing Pigment refers to the pigment or tones that lie under the natural hair color. Contributing pigments are exposed when natural color is lightened (through hair color or highlighting). Contributing pigment should be taken into consideration when a new, artificial, hair color is selected. Also called undertone.
Aniline Derivatives
very small compounds, also known as uncolored dye precursors, found in permanent hair color. These compounds diffuse into the hair shaft, past the cuticle and combine with hydrogen peroxide. This combination forms larger, permanent tint molecules in the cortex of the hair shaft.
very small compounds, also known as uncolored dye precursors, found in permanent hair color. These compounds diffuse into the hair shaft, past the cuticle and combine with hydrogen peroxide. This combination forms larger, permanent tint molecules in the cortex of the hair shaft.
Apex
the apex is the highest point on the top of the head
the apex is the highest point on the top of the head
Eumelanin
Eumelanin is the type of melanin (pigment) that gives brown and black color to natural hair color.
Eumelanin is the type of melanin (pigment) that gives brown and black color to natural hair color.
Balancing Shampoo
Balancing Shampoo is a type of shampoo is designed to wash excess oil from the hair and scalp, while preventing the hair from drying out.
Balancing Shampoo is a type of shampoo is designed to wash excess oil from the hair and scalp, while preventing the hair from drying out.
Women's Hairstyles - Articles
An index of Articles for the Women's Hairstyles guide site.
An index of Articles for the Women's Hairstyles guide site.