Beth Pearson’s Natural Hair On This Is Us – Susan Kelechi Watson as Beth Pearson — (Photo by: Ron Batzdorff/NBC)

Beth Pearson’s Natural Hair On This Is Us (TIU) on NBC is one of the many great new hair stories included in the new Fall 2018 TV season shows.

Actress Susan Kelechi Watson (November 17, 1980) plays the strong, sassy wife of Randall Pearson (Sterling K. Brown) on the critically acclaimed hit drama which highlights the lives and families of two parents, and their three children, born on their father’s birthday^.

Showcasing Gorgeous Natural Hairstyles

Since the very episode, Beth has showcased an array of beautiful natural hairstyles ranging from stunning box braids to a spectacular afro which works in perfect harmony with her steely character as a mom to two natural and one adopted daughter.

Yes, she’s also been shown with a simple, but elegant ponytail which highlights how natural hair can be worn in a dizzying array of gorgeous styles.

Just like everything else the writers have so thoughtfully presented on TIU, Beth’s hair is just one component of the entire Randall/Beth marriage.

It’s not a perfect marriage, but it’s presented as realistically as possible.

Beth Pearson’s Natural Hair On This Is Us – A Black Queen

THIS IS US — “Number Three” Episode 210 — Pictured: (l-r) Susan Kelechi Watson as Beth, Lyric Ross as Deja — (Photo by: Ron Batzdorff/NBC)

Last season when talking to Deja’ (Lyric Ross) mother about his wife Randall described Beth as “a Black Queen” who sleeps in “a headscarf and coconut oil”.

While it may seem like a small thing to most people, the way Beth wears her hair on TIU helps to shape her character and underlines her relationship not only with Randall and her family, the rest of the world.

Watson has shared in the media that she intentionally is constantly showcasing her naturally textured hair as Beth with the blessing of NBC. She has explained her constantly changing natural hairstyles on the show is her very personal “shout-out to black women” everyone.

She is demonstrating the death of the old American standard of beauty.  Women of all ages and color can do “beautiful things” with their hair to honor all different textures.

The 37-year-old actress who is directly descended from Jamaican and Nigerian ancestors has confessed to thinking through her story lines in advance with thoughts about how to wear her hair.

Watson has confessed she creates new hairstyles with the help of her on-set hairstylist which are most appropriate for the story’s message.

Once she has figured out in her head what she wants to do with her hair, she works with her stylist Renee to create it.

Constantly Changing Hairstyles – Beth Pearson’s Natural Hair On This Is Us

Watson has shared with the media in the past that she loves to play around with her hair and try out lots of different looks.   The actress plays with her hair both on and off screen and loves to experiment.

Since she likes to constantly change up her hairstyle, Watson is a big advocate for add-on hair. She also embraces an array of clip-ins, add-on braids, and various crochet hair options.

Not only does Watson as Beth showcase her fabulous naturally texture hair in an array of beautiful hairstyle, but her story lines also have included hair related issues with her family.

Summary – Beth Pearson’s Natural Hair On This Is Us Is A Key Theme

Last season her character developed growing concern over the well-being and self-esteem of her adopted daughter Deja who was refusing to deal with her hair.

After a touching bonding moment between Beth and Deja in the family home, the hair challenges of the newest member of the family seemed resolved.

That is, until an awkward Randall intrudes on the new trust Deja was building with Beth.

Trying to help Deja feel comfortable in their home and with her own natural beauty proven to be a major Pearson challenge.  Even though the outspoken teenager eventually chopped all her own naturally textured hair off, the ultimate message was delivered.

This Is Us provides so many hair stigma busting messages for 2018 that it’s inspired many devoted fans.

The hit TV serious has launched a new appreciation and awareness that all hair is beautiful, regardless of the type, texture, length or hairstyle.

THIS IS US — “Katie Girls” Episode 303 — Pictured: Susan Kelechi Watson as Beth Pearson — (Photo by: Ron Batzdorff/NBC)

Best Curly Hair Cut In Dallas – Model Charisse – A great haircut showcasing balayage highlights and low lights.  Hair by Rebecca Leigh – #BlancHairSalon – All Rights Reserved

Luckily I’ve discovered the Best Curly Hair Cut In Dallas which will instantly eliminate many super textured haircut horror stories.

Seriously?  Did I say Dallas, as in Dallas, Texas?

Yes, Dallas is famous for some of the most beautiful blondes on the planet.

Just ask Jessica Simpson, Robin Wright, Renée Zellweger and Morgan Fairchild.  A historically dark hued Selena Gomez went blonde temporarily.

Even the late Blonde Bombshell Jayne Mansfield was from Dallas.

Curly Hair In Dallas, Texas?

Curly hair?  Maybe Dallas isn’t known for textured hair, but it’s as big here as blonde tresses.

Dallas gets very hot, steamy and humid during the late Spring and Summer months.  Just imagine what happens to naturally curly hair in that type of weather.

Best Curly Hair Cut In Dallas – Hair by Rebecca Leigh – #BlancHairSalon – All Rights Reserved

When I think of superstar curly hair gurus I think of Lorraine Massey, a curly hair pioneer from England.

Or maybe the late John Sahag who reigned in New York as a brilliant dry hair cutter.

John Sahag, who I had the great opportunity to interview before his untimely death, could dry cut any unruly textured hair into a work of art.

Best Curly Hair Cut In Dallas – An Amazing 100%
Dry Hair Cut

Guess what?  Dallas has a incredible 100% dry hair cutter hiding out in Uptown.

For all those naturally textured people struggling with out-of-control texture let me introduce you to my great hair friend Rebecca Leigh.

The beautiful blonde Rebecca can be found at Uptown’s Blanc Hair Salon (text 214–392–1690) where she’ll knock your socks off with a 100% dry hair cut.

A recently announced Top Writer for her hair expertise on the popular Quora social media channel, Rebecca recently told me “I like the idea” of getting my hands on “long, thick and curly hair, which is what I cut the most of.”

Mad Hair color Skills

Best Curly Hair Cut In Dallas – A great 100% dry haircut showcasing natural movement and texture. Hair by Rebecca Leigh – #BlancHairSalon – All Rights Reserved

I was surprised.

To be honest I have always been in awe of Rebecca’s hair color skills.

This fun and sassy hair color guru can mix and match some of the most incredible hair colors by dipping in a variety of hair color brands including “Redken, L’Oreal and Joico.”

If you want an incredible custom hair color no one else will have in all of Texas, or even the world, Rebecca will go into her mad hair colorist mode and mix it for you.

Never mind her incedible blonde hue inventions.

Back to her incredible hair cuts on textured hair.

When she told me she did 100% dry cuts, specialized in textured hair as well as long, thick and super curly, I was flabbergasted.

Hiding Out In Uptown – Best Curly Hair Cut In Dallas

Best Curly Hair Cut In Dallas – A great 100% dry haircut showcasing natural movement and texture. Hair by Rebecca Leigh – #BlancHairSalon – All Rights Reserved

Where have you been hiding all my life I asked her?

Apparently she’s been right under my nose in Uptown Dallas doing her super dry cutting sculpting all this time.

If you want to hear more about this creator of the best curly hair cut in Dallas, feel free to text her at 214–392–1690. 

Or stalk her work on Instagram at IG: @rebeccaleighhair.  If you want to go old school, email her at relliott15@aol.com.

Please tell Rebecca her Quora girl Karen Marie Shelton is spilling about her spectacular curly hair cutting skills.

That way she will know how you found her.  She’ll text you back a soon as possible, especially for any curly hair emergencies.

Enjoy one of Dallas’ best kept curly hair secrets.

What are you waiting for?

Don’t you deserve the Best Curly Hair Cut In Dallas? Heck yeah you do.

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Supergirl Hair

You don’t have to wear a cape, fly through the air or fight villains to have Supergirl hair.

Supergirl Hair — “Both Sides Now” — Pictured: Melissa Benoist as Kara/Supergirl — Photo: Katie Yu/The CW — © 2018 The CW Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Regardless of your age, race or lifestyle you can successfully have you own Supergirl hair.

How?  By embracing your inner superhero while confidentially unleashing your own very best hair.

Everyone Has Their Own Version Of Supergirl Hair

You don’t have to have long blonde wavy hair to have your own superhero tresses.

Your natural hair type, texture and condition is unique.  It’s your own special superpower.

Having a fun and frivolous attitude regarding your hair is your ultimate secret.

All Hair Is Magical

Everyone’s hair is magical in their own unique, beautiful and amazing way.

Remember. Everything in life, even hair, begins with a thought.

As soon as you think of an outcome you would like to experience or witness you have created the energy for it to happen.

Supergirl Hair – DC’s Legends of Tomorrow –“Invasion!”–   Melissa Benoist as Kara/Supergirl — Photo: Diyah Pera/The CW — © 2016 The CW Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved

Studies have shown the mind and body are intricately linked.  That means what you experience in your mind is reflected in your hair, skin and body.

Hair Imagery, Positive Thinking & Affirmations

With further thoughts, you can continue to feed the energy with positive imagery and affirmations which program your desire in your conscious and subconscious brain.

If you’re already familiar with utilizing visualizations and affirmations in your daily life simply redirect the focus to your thoughts, feelings and spoken words regarding your hair.

However, if you’re not familiar with how to incorporate those practices into your life, do some research on the best methods which might work for you.

Personally I’ve been a huge fan of Louise L. Hay for years.  She has published a wide range of books, tapes and videos on how to incorporate affirmations in your life on every imaginable subject.

Summary –  Supergirl Hair

Although a long blonde tressed Melissa Benoist plays Supergirl every week on the CW Network, her hair is not the ultimate requirement for Supergirl Hair.  Everyone has their own unique power to showcase their hair for all it’s magical and magnificent qualities.

Embrace and revel in your own unique and beautiful hair for it’s amazing super powers.

Collagen In A Glass

Collagen In A Glass – Beauty Booster Collagen Drink Mix – Courtesy of Herbalife – All Rights Reserved

Since 1975 the FDA has required all consumer products like collagen in a glass or similar drink mixes to include a complete product listing.

Collagen is a protein substance found in connective tissue, cartilage, and bone.  The dermis, which forms up to 85 percent of the thickness of skin, consists mainly of interlaced collagen fibers.

Elastin, responsible for making the skin supple and flexible, consists of springlike fibers that run between the collagen fibers.  When you’re young, collagen and elastin fibers form a tight-knit network.

As you age, those fibers tend to deteriorate.  The dermis loses its support and begins to bunch and fold underneath the epidermis.

Unfortunately the epidermis retains its original size, so the folds manifest as wrinkles.

Do Collagen Skin Creams Help Regenerate Deteriorating?

Collagen, as well as elastin molecules, are too large to penetrate the stratum corneum and soak down into the dermal layers.

While collagen and elastin infused creams are great at binding moisture to the stratum corneum, especially in climates with low humidity, they can’t replenish deteriorating collagen fibers.

Collagen and elastin face creams make the skin look and feel satiny or plumped up.   Unfortunately, the results are temporary since the creams only remain on the upper service of the skin.

Does Drinking Collagen In A Glass Live Up To The Sizzling Hot Hype?

Which brings me to the benefits of drinking collagen in a glass, versus slathering collagen, on my skin.

Although controversial in some circles, drinking collagen in a glass has been proven to be effective for some people.  I was impressed with what I discovered.

Why?  Collagen accounts for 25 to 30% of the total protein in the human body.  Even more importantly, it comprises approximately 75% of our skin.

Collagen In A Glass – Beauty Booster Collagen Drink Mix – Courtesy of Herbalife – All Rights Reserved

Collagen is what gives the dermis (the thick inner layer of our skin) its firm structure.

As we age, the production of collagen in our bodies diminishes resulting in the loss of firmness and elasticity, and the appearance of wrinkles.

The Science Behind Collagen Beauty Booster

The Bioactive Collagen Peptides used in the Collagen Beauty Booster product consist of isolated collagen peptides.

These peptides provide maximum benefits for skin improvement.  The peptides were developed through a refined production process.   When consumed, these peptides support the production of collagen in your body.

More About The Collagen Beauty Booster Product

I’ve been experimenting with a range of various collagen drink mixes with some noteworthy results.

One collage drink mix I found which I liked, and seems to make a difference, is called The Collagen Beauty Booster.  The product is manufactured by Herbalife.

Why I Liked This Product

The reason I liked this product was because of the impressive clinical results which have been documented by the company.

Collagen In A Glass – Beauty Booster Collagen Drink Mix – Courtesy of Herbalife – All Rights Reserved

I definitely liked how easy the product is to take.  It tastes good which is important to me.  Some of the other products I’ve tried didn’t taste very good and that made it hard for me to drink.

The suggested usage is to mix 2 scoops a day with water, tea or aloe juice.  You can also mix it with yogurt into a protein drink shake.

Formulated with Verisol collagen*, The Collagen Beauty Booster Product has been tested to show definite support of skin elasticity.  It’s also been proven to assist in the reduction of fine wrinkles.

Additional Vitamins Help Prevent Harmful Free Radical Cell Damage

Formulated for women and men, the product contains Vitamins A (as beta-carotene), C and E.  It’s been proven to help prevent harmful free radical cell damage which ages skin.

The Bioactive Collagen Peptides can also help to reduce signs of cellulite.

Additionally, the product supports strong nails and healthy hair with selenium, zinc and biotin.

Results will vary depending upon different people, their skin age and type.

Summary –  Collagen In A Glass

Bioactive Collagen Peptides is a registered trademark of GELITA AG.  The product was clinically tested on subjects.  Skin roughness was measured by Visiosan at interevals of 0, 7 and 42 days.

*Verisol is a registered trademark of GELITA AG. Statements included with information about The Collagen Beauty Booster productc have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Note:   Neither I nor Hairboutique.com have been compensated in any way for this blog or product review.

For more information on Collage In A Glass refer to the following links:

Cheaters Blowdry Guide

Cheaters Blowdry Guide – Trendline Lagoon – 2004 – All Right Reserved

I created my own Cheaters Blowdry Guide shortly after I got caught in a torrential downpour right after I had finished my normal wet wash procedure.

My hair looked and felt fabulous  Then an unexpected disastrous rainstorm left me looking like a drowned rat.

I had to break my own No Blowdry Rules because my hair had to look finished and polished.

Emergency Wet Hair Tricks

Regardless of whether you prefer to air dry or not, sometimes you just have a hair emergency which requires a quick blowdry.

Listed below are the easy steps for my cheaters blowdry guide which anyone can do after a flash flood or just a sweaty time at the health club:

#1.  Accordion Squeeze – Gently finger squeeze hair from roots down to the ends in an accordion style movement to remove as much moisture as possible from hair.  In an emergency you can pat hair dry with absorbent paper towels or a microfiber towel.
#2.  Add Leave-in – Once all excess water has been removed apply a leave-in conditioner, preferably with added heat protection which coat hair to help water slide off and speed drying.
#3.  Rough Dry – Power dry your hair moving the dryer in small circles, directing the dryer’s air flow up towards the roots.

Cheaters Blowdry Guide – Trendline Lagoon – 2004 – All Right Reserved

Note:  If you’re worried about blow dryer heat damage, dry hair upside down, with your head hanging upside down.   Set the dryer to the slowest, coolest setting to minimize heat.

Use a dryer with a cool/cold setting or keep the cold shot button pressed in while drying.   Keep in mind that the colder the blow dryer temperature, the slower the hair will dry.

#4.  Polish Dry – Once hair has been power dried to 90%, use a 100% boar bristle brush or fingers to divide hair into four sections (2 front, 2 back).

Quickly polish hair by using the boar bristle brush to anchor hair at the ends, turning them under and directing air flow from the roots down to the ends.

#5.  Seal – After a short polishing, apply a drop of two of shine spray or serum to the palms of your hands and massage together

Lightly finger pick hair through entire of head to seal from moisture and humidity.

#6.  Wear Up of Down Or Both – Depending upon how your hair turns out after the emergency blow dry, you can wear your newly dried hair a variety of way.

Optional Steps

If your hair is naturally textured with waves or curls, if you prefer you can either scrunch hair while power drying and skip the polishing or use a long finger diffuser after a quick power dry.

Cheaters Blowdry Guide – Trendline Lagoon – 2004 – All Right Reserved

If all else fails, after the quick blow dry, if your hair is long enough, pull hair into a knot, pony or braid.

At least your hair will look polished and in short order.

Summary – Cheaters Blowdry Guide

One of the most important attributes to utilizing a Cheater’s Blowdry Guide is to modify it according to your own hair type, texture, length and condition.

Sometimes it’s not even necessary to blow dry hair which has suddenly been exposed to a torrential downpour or other unexpected storm.

Maybe the best thing for you and your hair is to remove the excess moisture with an accordion squeeze, towel blot and then braid or pin into a knot or bun.

The most important thing to remember with any hair care tips and tricks is to start with the basics, modify for your own unique needs and then be sure to have fun with your experimenting.

Happy Hair Drying.

Long Male Layered

Long Male Layered – Matthew Gray Gubler (Dr. Spencer Reid) in Criminal Minds on the CBS Television Network. Photo: Cliff Lipson/CBS © 2016 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Actor Matthew Gray Gubler is a classic example of a long male layered hairstyle.

As Dr. Spencer Reid in Criminal Minds on the CBS Television Network, the former runway model rocks a classic long male layered hairstyle with panache.

From Edgy Skater Boys To Sexy Professionals

The popular male cut, which traditionally has been showcased by edgy skater boys, surfers and bad boy rockers has a more squared shape.

Just as long hair on women has become much more popular over the past few years, the same can be said of me.

The long male layered hairstyle is a great compromise for professional men who want the sexy edge while looking polished.

One Size Does Not Fit All Hair Types & Textures

Long Male Layered – Matthew Gray Gubler as Spencer Reid – CBS Television Network. Photo: Best Screen Grab Available / CBS ©2017 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Although Matthew wears this classic style just below his ears, it can be worn collar or shoulder length without compromising the integrity of the hair cut’s shape.

Although it can be worn on stick straight hair, it will require styling products, a brush and blow dryer to create movement and flow.

Ultimately it’s ideal for hair which has some bend and can be air dried.

It’s also great for strands which have a medium wave pattern.   It’s not the best cut for fine or fine hair.

Definite & Square Weighted Area

While haircuts for females are traditionally more rounded and curved, haircut’s like Matthew’s have more defined square shapes and weighted areas.

The long male layered haircut originates from classical men’s barbering techniques.  The style has a precision layered effect with longer lengths.  It has a definite finely tapered style and design.

Long Male Layered -Matthew Gray Gubler As Spencer Reid – CBS Television Network. Photo: Vivian Zink/ABC Studios ©2008 ABC Studios. All Rights Reserved.

The sideburns are cut with a scissor-over-comb technique.

They have to be just right since the side burn area plays a key role in defining and tying together the entire look.

A Man’s Haircut With Balance & Symmetry

The long male layered haircut like Matthew’s is generally started at a central area of the head to establish balance and symmetry.  The center back of the head is a neutral position and the hair is often the thickest in this area.

By starting at the center back the barber or stylist is better able to establish control.

As in the case of Matthew, styling is kept natural with a center or long or short side part.  A lot depends upon the hair’s natural texture.

Creating Harmony With Natural Hair Texture, Type & Condition

When the haircut is created in harmony with the natural texture, type and condition of the hair.

This long layered silhouette provides textural movement and dimension.  The layers begin at nose level and progress to below-the-ear, collar-length or slightly below-the-collar.

The recession areas at the front hairline and crown are used as basic cut guidelines.

How To Style – Long Male Layered Hairstyle

Follow the steps below to style this hair cut:

Long Male Layered – Dr. Reid (Matthew Gray Gubler) -CBS Television Network. Photo: Vivian Zink/ABC Studios ©2008 ABC Studios. All Rights Reserved.

1.  Wet wash detangled strands in lukewarm water with formula compatible with hair type, texture and condition.
2.  Rinse completely.
3.  Apply a rinse-out conditioner to the middle and ends of hair.  Focus product on sections requiring hydration.
4.  Detangle individual sections with a hair friendly wide toothed comb.
5.  Rinse completely.
6.  Finish with a cool to cold final rinse.
7.  Accordion squeeze down the length of the hair from roots to ends to remove excess water
8.  Blot with a clean cotton t-shirt or similar cloth.  Avoid rough towels.
9.  Remove 50% of the moisture
10.  Apply a styling cocktail which includes, but isn’t limited to a leave-in conditioner, styling lotion, gel or glaze-like
product.
11.  Use your fingers to scrunch hair to emphasize natural texture or take individual curls and twist them into ringlets.
12.  Let hair air dry completely.
13.  For a more tousled look use fingers to light rake through hair or bend over at the waist and lightly shake strands.
14.  Optionally you can use a paddle brush and a blow dryer to create loose movement.

Long Male Layered – Pictured: Matthew Gray Gubler (Dr. Spencer Reid) Photo: Cliff Lipson/CBS ©2016 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Or use a long finger diffuser attached to a blow dryer.

If possible, blow dry on the slowest, coolest setting  to minimize damage to strands.

Summary – Long Male Layered

This long male layered haircut showcased in various lengths and stages of tousle by Matthew Gray Gubler is very popular for men with medium to thick hair which is naturally textured.

It can be worn edgy or finished for a more professional look.

Unfortunately this cut and style is not ideal for all hair types, textures and conditions, but it can be modified to work with all different face shapes.

It would not work well for certain thinning conditions.  Work with a skilled barber or stylist to get the best cut possible customized for you.

Long hair on men is gaining ground and has become very popular.  This is an ideal cut and style for any male who wants to grow their hair longer into a ponytail stage or below the shoulders.

Don’t be surprised to see this longer male cut and hairstyle showing up on more super hero on TV and in the movies in the upcoming months.

Do You Have Frump-Factor Hair?

Do You Have Frump-Factor Hair? – Actress Tina Fey – Photo by: Peter Kramer/NBC

It’s a serious hair issue to consider.  Do you have frump-factor hair?

Liz Lemon of NBC’s 30 Rock had bona fide frump-factor hair.

Ironically, Tina Fey has naturally good hair according to hairstylist Ann Minahan in the April 2010 issue of TV Guide.

The brunette superstar who’s just launched NBC’s “Great News,”understood the importance of being believable as the super stressed Ms. Lemon.

Tina had to suffer for her art to properly portray the aggressively unkempt entertainment executive on the small screen.

Ms. Minahan, owner of NYC’s Riah Salon, told TV Guide “forcing locks to look like that (Lemon’s messy frump-factor hair) is no small feat.”

In fact “it’s as labor-intensive to get that (messy mane) result as it is to do good hair!”

Why did 30 Rock portray Liz Lemon as the Queen Of Frump-Factor Hair?

Because Tina had to look realistic as workaholic low maintenance Liz Lemon, Ms. Minahan had to make sure her hair appeared frumpy and dumpy.

Do You Have Frump-Factor Hair? – Actress Tina Fey – Photo by: Peter Kramer/NBC – All Rights Reserved

Ms. Minahan confirmed Liz Lemon characters were alive and well off screen.  She often had frazzled female entertainment executives slumped over in her chair fighting messy manes.

High pressure jobs can leave little time for visits to the salon to create picture perfect strands.

Trying To Pinpoint What Constitutes The Frump-Factor

Bad hair is considered by many experts to be one of the strongest contributors to the frump-factor.

The frump-factor can be fleeting.  Some people can wear a dated hairstyle with flat curls, shapeless texture and misshapen layers and still look sizzling hot.

Others can have just one of the hair frump-factors and look like a major hair disaster.
Sometimes it’s hard to  exactly pinpoint where frump starts and ends.

Yes, it’s true, frump on one person can be cool on another.

Common Causes Of Frumpy Hair

Listed below are some of the most common causes of frumpy hair:

Max Black (Kat Dennings) – 2 BROKE GIRLS, Thursday, May 5 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Photo: Monty Brinton/CBS ©2016 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

1.  A dated hairstyle
2.  Bad hair color
3.  Faded, dull, drab, flat hair color
4.  Overgrown roots
5.  Frizzy, fuzzy, chemically over-processed
6.  Dry, brittle strands
7.  Scraggly, split end
8.  Flat curls, shapeless texture, misshapen layers
9.  Unmanageable length, volume or overall shape

Even pulling hair up into a raggedy ponytail or misshaped bun can give hair an instant frump-factor.

Dated Hair Accessories

Hiding frumpy hair under unfashionable or dated hair accessories can only make the situation worse.

It’s not necessarily the accessory, but more likely how it’s been attached to the hair or what it’s been paired with.

Some hair accessories are timeless, but when attached to frumpy hair the accessory can inherit the frump-factor.

Summary – Do You Have Frump-Factor Hair?

Flat hair with zero style might hint of the frump-factor, but there’s always hope at the nearest salon.  A great hairstyle and color can make the world of difference.  The challenge?  Harried people with high pressure jobs, families or other responsibilities may not have the time necessary to get hair shaped up.

Effortless Night To Day Curls

Effortless Night To Day Curls – Shalita Grant as Sonja Percy on the CBS series NCIS: NEW ORLEANS, on the CBS Television Network. Photo: Monty Brinton/CBS ©2015 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Every naturally textured person should be able to enjoy effortless night to day curls when living a busy life on the go.

If you want to easily transition your look from day to night simply and seamlessly start with London based hair care brand twistedsista.

Specifically, start with twistedsista’s 30 second curl spray and different strokes hair serum.  Both products are designed to help anyone textured person achieve effortless night to day curls.

Using the 30 second curly spray and different strokes hair serum it’s easy to impart a look of effortless evening glamour.

You can achieve it almost instantaneously with twistedsista’s high performance ingredients, available at affordable prices.

Note:  All twistedsista’s products are available for sale on Amazon.com

Effortless Night To Day Curls – twistedsista 30 second curl spray – All Rights Reserved

The two iconic salon-inspired styling products from London have established a fanatic following.

twistedsista’s 30 Second Curl Spray

Restore textured hair from flat to fab.  Achieve a voluminous mane of textured curls with this lightweight spray formula which won’t leave hair feeling heavy or greasy.

The spray instantly provides hair with a quick boost in less than 30 seconds,.  Formulated with Argan Oil, Green Tea Extract and Lychee Extract, the curl revitalizer defines and holds ringlets while controlling frizz.

The glycerin in 30 second curl spray helps to re-hydrate curls.  Other key essentials such as Vitamin E works to revitalize and revive definition while increasing volume.

The twistedsista curl spray was selected as a Latina’s 2012 Beauty Awards “Best Curl Product”!

How to Use

Shake well before using.  Spray 30 second curl spray from root to tip on wet hair.

Use a long finger diffuser attachment added to a blow dryer.  Apply heat to roots, in order to define while getting the most out of your curls.  If you prefer, you can let hair dry naturally.

Alternatively spritz a lot of the curl spray on dry hair.  Scrunch with hands to refresh curls throughout the day.

Effortless Night To Day Curls – NCIS: NEW ORLEANS, on the CBS Television Network. Pictured L-R: Shalita Grant as Sonja Percy and Scott Bakula as Special Agent Dwayne Pride Photo: Skip Bolen/CBS ©2015 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

twistedsista’s 30 second curl spray Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Paraffinum Liquidum (Mineral Oil), Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Prunus Amygdalys Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Glyceryl Rosinate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Dimethicone, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Diazolidinyl Urea, Disodium EDTA, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Fragrance, Citral, Limonene, Benzyl Salicilate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Eugenol.

twistedsista’s curl activator crème

For tough tangles and overall smoothing, curl activator crème instantly add shines, eliminates frizz, locks in moisture, and blocks humidity.

Effortless Night To Day Curls – twistedsista 30 curl activator crème – twistedsista – All Rights Reserved

It instantly transforms dull, dry, frizzy hair into smooth, supple, manageable curls, coils and ringlets.

twistedsista’s curl activator crème contains a blend of silicones which improve smoothness and split ends as well as putting the life back into tired, saggy curls, delivers volume, bounce and curl definition.  It’s perfect for thicker curls. The perfect soft curl hold without the sticky!

Both the twistedsista’s 30 second curl spray and the curl activator crème can easily fit into your bag to keep hair looking fabulous throughout the day – and into the night!

twistedsista’s curl activator crème
Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Mineral Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Prunus Amygdalys Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Glyceryl Rosinate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Dimethicone, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Diazolidinyl Urea, Disodium EDTA, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Fragrance, Citral, Limonene, Benzyl Salicilate

Additional Products For Creating Effortless Night To Day Curls

If you use the 30 second curl spray and the different stroke serum products for creating effortless night to day curls, you may wish to incorporate the complete line of twistedsista’s products for textured hair.

The twistedsista’s products  are organized into a collection to Cleanse & Condition, Moisture and Styling.  You can opt to use some or all in your hair care system.

Cleanse & Condition

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A carefully curated collection dedicated to cleansing and conditioning curls for fresh, soft, frizz free results.  twistedsista’s luxurious clarifying shampoo is free of sulfates and parabens.

It’s designed for optimal cleansing and detangling of hair.  The intensive leave-in conditioner leaves hair soft and moisturized.

When you’re in between your wet wash cycles, cleanse and wake up curls with the 30 second curl spray to refresh, reshine and reshape!

Moisturize

Keep your hair soft and moisturized for maximum curl effect with the intensive leave-in conditioner.

The 30 second curl spray is a fast way to refresh, reshine and reshape all types of waves, curls, kinks and coils.

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For a quick pop to any saggy texture utilize the twistedsista’s curl activator creme.

Styling

twistedsista has a great styling collection of cremes and gels infused with coconut oil for moisture, almond oils for shine and avocado oils for long lasting curl strength, protein and long lasting hold!

Select from twistedsista’s 30 second curl spray, amazing dream curl gel, curl activator creme or the nourishing sleek edge gel.

Summary – Effortless Night To Day Curls

The iconic London based hair care company offers a wide range of great products which makes effortless night to day curls a snap.

Special Note

Note:  Hairboutique.com did not receive any compensation of any type for this blog.  Hairboutique.com does not guarantee the results which may be achieved when using the products listed above.

Please keep in mind that not all products work the same for all types, textures and conditions of hair.

Any reference to celebrities does not imply their endorsement or product use in any way and is purely coincidental.

Gorgeous Exotic Textured Hairstyles

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Hair by Jason Kearns

Gorgeous exotic textured hairstyles are the expertise of Jason Kearns of Kearns & Co Hair in Toronto, Canada.

A great example of his extraordinary artistic genius is his Simply A State Of Blackness Collection originally released in July of 2014.

Jason’s spectacular hair collection contains some of the most eye popping, mouth dropping unique shapes and exquisite hair textures ever captured on film.

Utilizing Recycled Hair For Gorgeous, Exotic, Textured Hairstyles

What’s even more amazing about the collection is how Jason’s collection utilized actual recycled hair from the floors of Kearns & Co Hair.

He ultimately turned floor scraps into gorgeous hair creations.

Who could have imagined his final collection would consist of such strikingly unusual models, hairstyles and fashions?  It’s pretty mind blowing.

This dark and moody collection featuring unique shapes and varying textures also includes stylized makeup which works in perfect harmony with the  somber fashions.

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Rediscovering The Brilliance Of Jason Kearns Hairstyling Collections

Recently I was sorting through hundreds of photo CDs sent to Hairboutique.com over the past 20 years.

I found several of the fabulous collections from Jason Kearns including Simply A State Of Blackness.

Since I hadn’t previsouly shared some of the amazing images from Jason, I decided to go ahead and include them in some of my blogs so everyone can enjoy them as well.

More About Jason Kearns & His Gorgeous, Exotic, Textured Hairstyles

In 2006, Jason Kearns, stylist and salon owner from Toronto, Canada proudly won the prestigious AIPP Award for Best Hair Photography in Paris, France for his Opulence Collection.

It’s no surprise Jason won the prestigious award.

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He’s talented, incredibly creative and his collections always amaze and surprise.

Jason’s expertise at creating spectacular hair collections originated when he was assisting on shoots with British Vogue, Harpers & Queen and a host of other magazines.

The hair genius was taught to always “use his eyes, feel the mood, taste it, drink it, sleep it and let it drive you crazy.”

From those early days assisting on photos shoots he met many great photographers, art directions and models.

His work creating extraordinary photo shoots became his lifelong passion.  Jason is an enigma.

He never says “NO to anything as long as it’s interesting.”

For More Information contact Jason Kearns at www.jasonkearns.com or at www.kearnsandco.co.  Jason’s salon is located at 1177 Young Street Unit 12 in Toronto, Canada.

Best Ponytail Hairstyles

THE VOICE — “Knockout Reality” — Pictured: Miley Cyrus — (Photo by: Trae Patton/NBC)

Best Ponytail Hairstyles were showcased on Season 11 of NBC’s The Voice by the perpetually saucy Miley Cyrus.

The singer’s platinum hued, Bardot inspired pony was sky-high, wave infused and playful.

It was wrapped at the base with a thick sassy braid.

Amp Up The Pony Drama

Her edgy pony amps up the drama because it combines icy platinum blonde with contrasting chocolate brunette sides, hairline and crown.

The beauty of Miley’s bombshell blonde mile-long ponytail is it’s simplicity.

Clip In A Pony In Any Hue

Thus, if you have enough hair to sweep your hair back off your face, you can instantly attach a clip-on pony in any hue, texture or length.

THE VOICE — “Knockout Reality” — Pictured: Miley Cyrus — (Photo by: Trae Patton/NBC)

You can quickly and easily recreate one of the best ponytail hairstyles and you don’t even have to stick out your tongue like Miley does.

Pop on a long braid in any color, wrap it around the base of your pony until you’re satisfied with the the thickness.

Most importantly, go wild and don’t be afraid to go as bold as you desire.

How To – Best Ponytail Hairstyles

Follow the steps below to copy Miley’s sassy style:

1.  Start with dry hair.
2.  Apply a light dash or sprinkle of hair powder to absorb excess oil, add grip as well as a hint of height around the crown.
3.  For a sleeker look, apply a dime sized dab of styling cream to finger tips.  Brush hands from hairline to back of head to remove loose strands or bumps.
4.  Use a boar bristle, barber brush or similar hair friendly paddle brush to create a sleek shape to the sides and top of your hair.
5.  Sweep hair up into a tight high ponytail positioned at the back of the crown and secured with one or more anti-slippage hook bungees
6.  Attach pony extension at the base of the pony.
7.  Wrap pony base with clip-in braid.

THE VOICE — “Knockout Reality” — Pictured: Miley Cyrus — (Photo by: Trae Patton/NBC)

8.  If the ponytail is 100% human-hair, use a crimping or curling iron and randomly crimp or curl strands from top to bottom.

Note:  Never use heat or styling products on your clip-in extensions unless approved by the manufacturer.

9.  Dust finger tips with a texture booster.  Lightly run through sections before crimping for extra oomph.
10.  Once you’re happy with the ponytail, mist a very lightweight oil spray all-over your head to add a noticeable sheen.

Then work some lightweight styling cream through the end of each ponytail to get that high-shine finish.

It’s important to note that this look becomes too stuffy if everything looks flawless.

If any baby hairs pop out along the sides or the nape simply pat back into place with baby wipes.   Or lightly spray a comb or brush with hairspray and smooth into place.

Summary – Best Ponytail Hairstyles

The key to this hairstyle is expert pinning, some finger tousling or ironing.  You’ll have a rumpled sexy ponytail masterpiece in a snap.

Add extra edge to the ponytail style by adding a few decorative bobby pins positioned right behind one ear in a fanned-out or stacked formation.