Frizz

Control the Frizz

Do you ever feel like the weather is beating you in the hair battle against frizz?  Well don’t worry because I am here to help you fight back.  When it comes to products that can put moisture back in your hair you need to always remember to watch how much you use because you could go from frizz to an oil slick!

Products that are more of an oil versus a product and are sprays can always be your best bet.  The products you see that are a spray and heat protectant can have alcohol in it, and that can be one thing that can do more damage than protecting.  A product that I would highly recommend is Agadir Argan Oil, available at Mode Salon.  This product will add shine and protect your hair’s true integrity.  But remember to watch how much you put in your hair.  If you have fine hair you will want to use a dime size or less.  With medium to thick hair you can use anything from a nickle size to a quarter size in your hair.  The only other thing you must watch when using this product is to make sure you don’t put too much in your root area as it could get too oily.  Focus mainly on your mid length to ends. You can use this product on your hair wet or dry.  It will protect it from the heat and help your fly-aways.  And remember you can use your straight iron to soften and smooth your hair out when taking on the warmer weather.

Another way to help fight against the dry frizz look is to know you don’t have to wash your hair everyday if you feel you can.  Your natural oil that your body produces is good for your hair.   For some people washing your hair every day can dry your hair more.  And if you feel you can’t make it more than every other day washing then that is okay as well.  When you do feel like washing try to use a shampoo and conditioner that is hydrating at least once to twice a week.  This will condition your hair to a healthy state that you will be loving.

My last tip for you to keep your hair healthy and frizz free is to really try to avoid the products with alcohol in them. They might say they are a heat protectant but can sometimes make your hair feel dry and damaged.  Also know that you shouldn’t use hairspray when straightening your hair.  If you think about it, hairspray makes your hair stiff and hold it’s shape.  That is fine when you are done styling but not before.

So get out and enjoy the warm weather and don’t let the frizzies get you down.

 

Summer

Wedding trends this summer

Ladies it’s here, Summer wedding season is upon us. Every detail is important and the one detail you shouldn’t have to worry about is your hair. To most you wonder what do I want for my wedding. Well look no further as I am here to help you figure that out before your big day.

I have spent much of my time looking to see what looks brides and bridesmaids are choosing. Summer is the season to be romantic and keep your look simple and gorgeous.

I look around and I see most brides with a romantic look of body and soft curls. With this look you can add a piece of sparkle and wow your guests and husband to be with. You can keep the look romantic with it up as well.

Wearing your hair up on your wedding day is a look that most brides choose for their wedding day. This is a look that can be romantic and still keep the focus on your dress. With an up-do you can play with any look. With soft curls pinned up and texture your look can be fun and playful, or beautiful and romantic.

Amy Aziz

And if you are looking to add a little bit of something unique then you can take your own hair and have a little braid or twist added in your look. Remember, it’s only one day and you should have fun and play it up. But make sure you pick a look that you will love. And enjoy your beautiful day.

Aziz Wedding

The Benefits of Yoga

yogaYoga has become increasingly popular in recent years.  With the benefits described below, no wonder it is becoming part of the daily routine of so many.

1.  Flexibility

Safely stretching your muscles releases the lactic acid that builds up with muscle use and causes stiffness, tension, pain, and fatigue.  Yoga stretches not only your muscles but all of the soft tissues of your body.

2.  Strength

Many poses such as downward dog, upward dog, and plank pose build upper body strength.  The standing poses build strength in your hamstrings, quadriceps, and abdominal muscles.

3.  Posture

Most standing and sitting poses develop core strength.  With a stronger core, you’re more likely to sit and stand “tall.”

4.  Breathing

Deepening and lengthening your breath stimulates the relaxation response.

5.   Less stress, more calm

Some yoga styles use specific meditation techniques to quiet the constant “mind chatter” that often underlies stress.

6.  Concentration and mood

Concentration and the ability to focus mentally are common benefits of yoga.  The same is true with mood.  It may  help depression due to boosting oxygen levels to the brain.  Yoga is also being studied as a therapy to relieve symptoms of obsessive compulsive disorder.

7.  Heart benefits

Yoga lowers blood pressure and slows the heart rate.  A slower heart rate can benefit people with hypertension, heart disease, and stroke.  It also boosts the immune system.

8.  Effects on other medical conditions

Yoga relieves symptoms of asthma, back pain, and arthritis.

Taking an intense power yoga class  in a heated room can provide an aerobic benefit.  I recently tried the yoga center which offers multiple hot yoga classes.  The room is heated, creating a sauna like atmosphere.  This causes you to sweat even more, which detoxifies the body.  You leave feeling refreshed and energized.  I highly recommend it.

Angie Noble is a Master Stylist at Mode Salon