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According to Philip Kingsley,
top trichologist, washing hair frequently will keep it healthy.
The amount of dirt that accumulates on the scalp in a 48 hour
period is huge. This is caused by pollution and perspiration,
especially in the summer months, which forms a layer on the
scalp. Washing frequently with an appropriate product will
keep scalp and hair healthy.
Philip advises using a scalp tonic after shampooing and conditioning
- this boosts blood circulation in the scalp and improves
hair growth. It also adds lift at the roots and gives extra
control and shine. He also recommends plenty of massage. |
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Massaging the scalp is not only extremely relaxing but it
also encourages hair growth by stimulating the follicles and
increasing the transportation of nutrients to the hair. But
take care- massage very gently in small movements moving scalp
gently back and forth and be careful not to 'rub' as this
could damage new growth.
Even better, ask your stylist to do a simple head massage
next time you go for a re-style, it's usually an inexpensive
extra and is wonderfully invigorating and relaxing at the
same time. |
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Believe
it or not, I have never had my nails professionally 'done'
yet
- not even a coat of polish. I keep promising myself to find
time but somehow don't get round to it. But all that is about
to change as my niece is now training as a nail technician
and I've volunteered to be a guinea pig. Watching her at work
the other day, I was absolutely amazed at the results which
you can achieve even with the shortest, unkempt nails.
For me, the most incredible thing was the choice in really
artistic designs - I watched as she painted tiny but perfectly
beautiful angels on a lady's nails then brought them to life
with a coat of sparkle. My absolute favourites though were
tiny bunches of grapes and cherries on each nail for a lady
chef. The detail was amazing and I'm busy thinking of something
apt for myself.
Also, my niece informs me that her training salon offer a
service where I can pre-pay for sessions for friends and family
as gifts so guess what I'll be giving my female relations
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I
was recently asked by a friend
if I thought that she should get rid of her long hair as she
was now approaching the big 40! My answer was absolutely not!
At least, not for the reason she gave.
Age alone should never determine what length or style you
should choose. Okay, wearing high-up bunches when you're 60
might look a little silly but within reason you can keep the
styles you've always loved for as long as they still suit
you.
As we get older our face does change shape and we should take
that into account when altering our style. Also, take account
of how much time you have to look after your style. 'Older'
hair can sometimes become difficult to manage and may need
more attention - if you can't spare the time needed to keep
long hair in shape then go for something more manageable.
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| If
your long hair is still in good condition as you mature then
there is no need to cut it off, but as our faces tend to 'sag'
slightly at 45+ it's a useful tip to 'lift' sides of hair
up away from the cheeks to enliven the face. Also, try to
create movement in the hair with layers and clever highlighting
to keep hair lively. Personally, I really like to see mature
long hair elegantly swept up in a gentle up-do which looks
great even on hair that is greying and for those of us with
curly hair a few tendrils left loose can really soften the
face and create a youthful look. |
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