Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and for many woman that means some serious primping. While men tend to spoil us with chocolate goodies, and pretty flowers we give them a treat by taking some extra time getting ready. We pay attention to the little details that turn us from everyday girls to romantic women. Get ready for the holiday of hearts with these tips in mind.

• What to Wear: Regardless of what your style is, if you’re a romantic at heart and love valentine’s day, you will want to wear something special on this day. So should you wear? The answer to this question really depends on one major factor. Where are you going? Depending on your Valentine’s day destination, you may want to wear a cocktail dress or a pair or dark denim and a sweater will be fine. If your unsure about where your date will be taking you this valentine’s day, ask them to let you in on the dress code.
• How About That Hair: Your hair is an excellent way to make a subtle yet special change for Valentine’s day. If you generally wear your hair up, consider wearing it down for the holiday of hearts. Do you have straight hair? What about added a little romance to it with some loose and luxurious curls. If your a traditionalist elegant and flowing styles are the way to go. They represent classic romance and may have your date wishing every day was valentine’s day.
• It’s the Holiday for Makeup: While you may not be a slave to the makeup day the rest of the year, Valentine’s day is definitely a good time to play up your facial features with some eyeliner and lip gloss. There is no need to go all out and buy a plethora of makeup if thats not your cup of tea, but in this case, a little bit can go a long way. Choose soft and welcoming shades that match your skin’s natural hue. For the bare minimum choose a lip gloss with a slight tint and some shimmer eye shadow. If you are a fan of makeup and are prone to spending a few minutes in front of the mirror daily, consider intensifying your daily makeup routine. Choose deeper shades that scream romance.
• Don’t Pass up the Perfume: Valentine’s day is packed with sexual appeal and for that reason you owe it to your self to dab a little perfume one your wrists before you meet your honey. While it’s important to choose a scent that fits your personality, popular valentine’s day scents tend to be floral with a touch of spice. Don’t go to heavy on your fragrance, the goal is to tantalize your date with your perfume, not send him home sneezing.
• Moisturize Please: No matter how great you look, when your date comes in for that kiss or for the gentle touch of the hand you want him to feel soft skin, not rough elbows and chapped lips. The winter can wreak havoc on your skin so give it some TLC before the big night. Invest in a moisturizing lotion as well as moisturizing lip gloss or chap stick to make sure your ready for your close up.

For more information on makeup like this, be sure to visit the experts at MakeUpTip at http://www.makeuptip.com.

Rhinoplasty is the surgical correction or improvement of the contour irregularities of the nose. The essential parts of the nose include the bony dorsum (hump), the middle cartilaginous dorsum (part of the nose that helps with breathing) the tip of the nose, and the sides. A rhinoplasty may be considered either functional or cosmetic where correction would involve either a breathing problem or be one to improve the appearance of the nose.
What incisions are used?
A rhinoplasty involves either an open or closed approach. Although a closed approach (where the incisions are confined to the inside of the nose) may limit scarring, there are certain circumstances where and open approach (extending the incision across the bottom of the nose) may be beneficial. However, even if an external rhinoplasty approach may be used, the scar virtually always heals without problems and is rarely even noticeable.
How long does a rhinoplasty last?
A rhinoplasty is intended to last a lifetime, and although patients will continue to age, long lasting results are the norm.
Can other procedures be combined with a rhinoplasty?
The face can actually be divided into thirds with the nose being part of the middle third. Traditional face lifts address the lower two-thirds while the upper third includes the areas of the eyes and forehead. These areas can easily be combined with a rhinoplasty itself and actually help to maintain a uniform appearance.
Are there any specifics points to be aware of?
Reshaping of the nose can reveal immediate results but require a significant period of time to achieve the final results - typically up to one to two years. The results require patience but the end result is worth it. In some cases, the septum of the nose is deviated, which may also require correction - a situation where insurance coverage may be applicable.
What type of anesthesia is used?
A rhinoplasty is usually performed with general anesthesia although local anesthesia with IV sedation is also an option. The procedure usually takes 2-3 hours and patients typically go home the same day.
What can I expect after surgery?
Most patients feel that surgery was less traumatic than they expected and many patients stop taking their narcotic pain medication only a few days after surgery. Sutures are removed in five days and nasal packing (if used) is removed in one to two days. Most of the bruising is resolved at 7-10 days, which is easily covered with make-up.
Follow up is very important and patients are encouraged to return to the office at six weeks, six months and the first and second years after rhinoplasty.
Tell me about credentials - Is there a difference?
Yes, Absolutely! A rhinoplasty is a procedure which, unfortunately, can be performed by any physician - whether adequately trained or not. Most states have very little regulation on this matter. Because of this, non-plastic - or so called “cosmetic” - surgeons can perform a rhinoplasty as well. In addition, some physicians who are legitimately board certified in other specialties, such as dermatology and gynecology, for example are performing “cosmetic” surgery even though they often have never had any formal residency training in the specialty of plastic surgery itself. Weekend courses abound and the patient is often confused as to which doctor to see.
Does Hospital affiliation matter?
Again, yes. Although operating in an office setting is not in and of itself inappropriate, it is always possible that an extended hospital observation or additional care might be needed. Indeed, certain procedures or multiple surgeries are usually best treated within the context of a full hospital facility. In addition, hospitals usually require certain standards (credentialing) such as board certification before a physician can have staff privileges. Unfortunately, there are no legal restrictions in most states that prevent physicians operating out of their offices or non hospital associated free-standing surgery suites; so be sure to ask if your doctor does have admitting privileges at a fully accredited hospital facility. If they don’t, their ability to either transfer patients or provide continuity of care is potentially compromised.
Any other helpful hints?
Needless to say, your decision in choosing a plastic surgeon can be a difficult and time consuming task making it even more important that you personally visit with the plastic surgeon that will perform your procedures. Evaluate their results (photos), office, staff, and testimonials and your feelings regarding your overall experience with their practice. You can often ask to speak to other patients who are willing to share their experiences with you.
Dave Stringham is the President of LookingYourBest.com an online resource for plastic surgery in Los Angeles. Learn more about breast augmentation and cosmetic surgery procedures.

“I want to look younger!” exclaims the patient who comes in for a consultation for facial rejuvenation. I feel hollow and if you just do this and that, it looks better as she molds her skin into the shape that appeals to her just as she has done each morning in front of the mirror countless times before.
Needless to say, and despite the improvement of skin laxity, lines and jowls, the patient still has a look that betrays the age she really is. And despite wonderful results, many of the current methods of facial and body contouring, unfortunately, address only part of the bigger problem.
Aging is a complex process that affects many aspects of appearance. Not only do we see wrinkles and changes in skin tone and quality, we also observe a significant change in the loss of volume.
In addition to wonderful skin quality a youthful face is full with curves and contours that are smooth and gentle. So, even when improvement is seen after traditional face lift or eyelid procedures, much of the stigmata of the aging face still remain, the look of hollowness that skin lift/removal procedures just can’t fully address.
Restoring volume is not a new concept but has recently received a greater degree of the attention it deserves. A myriad of new fillers continue to flood the market all with the intent of restoring lost volume. However, all fillers have drawbacks by either being substances that are not natural and or of very limited lifespan. Is there another alternative?
Actually, there is. Its called fat. Its natural and it has the capability to last a lifetime. If this is true, then why isnt everyone using it? Actually, many surgeons do, but unfortunately with results that are often inconsistent and unpredictable. Using fat is not a new concept, either, and attempts to perfect the permanence and consistency have been investigated for years.
The key point of its use lies in the fact that fat, unlike other fillers on the market, is living tissue: it requires a blood supply to exist; otherwise it will simply die, resulting in either loss of the filling effect or become hard and lumpy from the development of scar tissue. So, unlike other fillers, it cannot be simply injected but rather has to be transferred as a living substance (called a graft) in a manner that does not result in its destruction and, at the same time, allow its “transplantation” to result in new blood flow to it.
Although there are various approaches to fat grafting, one particular method called “Lipostructure”, developed by Dr. Sydney Coleman in New York City, allows fat parcels to be removed from one part of the body (donor site) and transferred to another (recipient) site to achieve volume restoration. The technique is unique, specific and time consuming. It uses a syringe attached to a special blunt (never sharp) hollow metal tube called a canula so that fat grafts can be collected in a way that minimizes injury to them thereby allowing them to remain intact.
Then, after processing, the fat is placed back into the body at the desired areas to be filled. Special blunt canulas are again used to deposit hundreds of very small parcels of fat (each the size of a pinhead), within its own nest of living recipient tissue so that new blood vessel growth can occur. This is all done under local anesthesia with the use of sedation.
Because Lipostructure is a technique in which fat is transferred and managed as living tissue and in a manner which promotes new blood vessel growth, it survives.
If it survives, it will always be there. Is it “permanent”? Well, after more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Coleman has shown excellent and consistent results in patients who have kept their grafts since the beginning this is probably as close to permanent as one can get. Results in my own practice have been the same permanent restoration of volume loss without palpable or visible deformities.
Another aspect of fat is that it can be obtained from any number of donor sites in the body (an aspect that most people are totally happy with) and used in any number of sites that require volume. This not only includes the face, cheek, and lips, hollow of the eye regions, and temples, but other areas as well. For example, the aging hand also looses volume and as this occurs, prominence of veins, bones, and tendons occur. Even defects resulting from previous procedures such as liposuction or blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), can be improved if not fully corrected, with the use of fat.
And, finally, what about the breast? Although fat would be an excellent filler, the possibility of any of the fat not surviving does exist with any technique and when this occurs, the deposition of calcifications may take place. Although this is not a problem in itself, their presence may lead to confusion when mammograms are obtained.
There is no question that the issue of volume replacement is a key component to improving the effects of aging and deformities brought about due to other circumstances and that the future of fillers is probably here to stay for a long time to come. However, the search continues since no perfect solution has been realized. Ultimately, the best filler will be a product that is not rejected and gives long-lasting results with minimal risk and cost. In the end, it will be no surprise if fat becomes the final choice.
Dave Stringham is the President of LookingYourBest.com an online resource for plastic surgery in Los Angeles. Learn more about breast augmentation and cosmetic surgery procedures.

Medical professionals in the United States have well-defined, stringent requirements for their professional training in every specialty. Experienced cosmetic plastic surgeons are accredited by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and belong to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
1. Qualifications count - Medical professionals in the United States have well-defined, stringent requirements for their professional training in every specialty. Experienced cosmetic plastic surgeons are accredited by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and belong to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. The first thing you need to do is check on these Web sites to make sure the physician you are considering is fully accredited.
Basic accreditation is only the beginning of assuring a physician’s qualifications.
Finally, involvement in professional associations indicates that a physician is keeping pace with changes in the profession. Look at the physician’s biography to see if he/she is a member of the above professional organizations.
2. Experience matters - The best indicator of how well a physician performs a particular procedure is how frequently s/he has performed it in the past. Make sure you ask about the doctor’s experience doing the specific procedure you are considering with the particular techniques s/he is recommending. And don’t just get a count. Find out how many of those procedures were successful. Talk to past patients to get a first-hand account of their experience with the physician. Look at before and after pictures and draw your own conclusion.
3. Comfort rules - Even if a physician is fully qualified and experienced with a procedure, that person may not be right for you. You need a physician who communicates openly with you, answers your questions and gives you the time you need to understand the technicalities. You need a physician who appears to have the same expectation for the outcome as you do. Most importantly, you need a person you can trust to advise you when the choices aren’t black and white. Be sure you are completely comfortable with your choice of physician so that during stressful periods immediately before, during and after the surgery or procedure, you’ll be taken care of the way you need.
Here are some tips to help you achieve a satisfying experience with your cosmetic or plastic surgery.
Talk to your physician and make sure you understand all the risks associated with any procedure you are considering - both common and uncommon risks. Make sure you are comfortable with the risks before proceeding.
Be completely forthright with your physician about your medical history and status. Something you may consider minor could significantly impact the success of your procedure.
Obtain pre-surgery or pre-procedure instructions from your physician no less than two weeks prior to the scheduled date. Some pre-surgical actions, in particular, such as not smoking or taking ibuprofen products, may require two weeks of time to be effective. Make sure you read all pre-procedure instructions in advance and adhere to them completely. Any exceptions or variations may require you to reschedule your procedure.
Ask for post-surgical instructions before you go for your procedure so that you can prepare by purchasing any prescriptions and supplies. This way you’ll have everything you need on hand as soon as you return home.
Line up a friend or family member to take you to and from your procedure if any form of anesthesia is being used. You won’t be allowed to leave without someone to drive you home and you’ll probably need the help for the first 24 hours.
Dave Stringham is the President of LookingYourBest.com an online resource for plastic surgery in Los Angeles. Learn more about breast augmentation and cosmetic surgery procedures.

A thigh lift is the surgical correction of excess skin to the thighs. Over time, with weight loss or even during normal development, excess skin to the thighs can develop compelling women to seek correction.
What are the incisions used in an arm lift?
The traditional approach to a thigh lift involves removing excess skin around the thigh along its length, which extends from the knee to the groin. The scar is placed along the inside of the thigh so that it is well concealed. In time, many patients have scars that blend and fade beautifully but sometimes the scar can remain red for months and even widen; this potential drawback, however, is more than worth it for the patient who can now fit normally into their clothes!
What type of anesthesia is used?
A thigh lift is usually performed with general anesthesia. The procedure is performed as an outpatient or sometimes, as an overnight stay.
Can other procedures be performed with a brachioplasty?
Patients often have multiple procedures at the same time. The most common include tummy tucks (abdominoplasty), a buttocks lift and/or liposuction. Often times, excess skin from the inner thigh is removed after a lower body/buttocks lift has already been performed, since excess skin usually involves removal in both a vertical and horizontal fashion and, therefore, separate or staged, procedures are advised. This saves both time and money since costs are often reduced when multiple procedures are combined.
What can I expect after surgery?
Most patients in my practice feel that thigh lift was less traumatic than they expected and many patients stop taking their narcotic pain medication a day or two after surgery. The procedure is out-patient, which means you can go home the same day. The incisions are closed with dissolvable stitches and sealed with glue on the outside so there are no sutures to remove and patients can shower the very next day. Drains are usually placed but are removed the next day. Most of the swelling is resolved in about 4-6 weeks after surgery and patients are encouraged to wear a support garment for about 4-6 weeks, after which, there are no restrictions at all. Follow up is very important and patients are encouraged to return to the office within the week, at six weeks, six months and a year.
Tell me about credentials - Is there a difference?
Yes. A thigh lift is a procedure which, unfortunately, can be performed by any physician - whether adequately trained or not. Most states have very little regulation on this matter. Because of this, non-plastic or so called cosmetic surgeons can perform a thigh lift as well. In addition, some physicians who are legitimately board certified in other specialties, such as ENT, dermatology, and gynecology, for example are performing cosmetic surgery even though they often have never had any formal residency training in the specialty of plastic surgery itself. Weekend courses abound and the patient is often confused as to which doctor to see.
Does Hospital affiliation matter?
Again, yes. Although operating in an office setting is not in and of itself inappropriate, it is always possible that an extended hospital observation or additional care might be needed. Indeed, certain procedures or multiple surgeries are usually best treated within the context of a full hospital facility. In addition, hospitals usually require certain standards (credentialing) such as board certification before a physician can have staff privileges. Unfortunately, there are no legal restrictions in most states that prevent physicians operating out of their offices or non hospital associated free-standing surgery suites; so be sure to ask if your doctor does have admitting privileges at a fully accredited hospital facility. If they do not, their ability to either transfer patients or provide continuity of care is potentially compromised.
Dave Stringham is the President of LookingYourBest.com an online resource for plastic surgery in Los Angeles. Learn more about breast augmentation and cosmetic surgery procedures.

Along with Sedu and CHI, Solia flat irons are the most popular on the market today. What’s especially appealing about Solia is the number of different models available and their price. They may not be the best money can buy, but you’ll be buying a great styling tool at a very affordable price.
The appeal of a Solia hair straightener is the features per dollar that you get. When compared to Sedu you’ll find they cost around the same but you get less features with a Sedu. When compared to a CHI flat iron you get the same features but the CHI costs a lot more.
So what exactly do you get for your money?
The Solia Tourmaline Ceramic flat iron range comes with 3/4″, 1″, 1 1/4″, and 1 3/4″ plates. Very few other brands offer you as broad a range of plate sizes; you can fine tune your choice of hair straightener to exactly match your hair type.
This tool is of great build quality. You get solid (not coated) ceramic plates that have been infused with tourmaline - tourmaline is a crystal that naturally emits 6 times more negative ions than does ceramic; negative ions seal cuticles so your hair retains moisture thereby staying straighter for longer and your hair suffers less heat damage.
You get variable heat control from between 140F and 450F - the CHI flat iron (original version) only has fixed temperature and no tourmaline plates, but is a more expensive tool. Also, this tool can be used on damp hair - most flat irons sold must be used on perfectly dry hair only. Heat up time is just seconds. Prices start at around $60.
You also have the option of buying more specialized tools like the Solia Universal Dual Voltage flat iron. It comes with 1″ plates, is a little heavier than the models already discussed, weighing 2.2lbs and comes with automatic dual voltage control, allowing you to use it anywhere in the world. It comes with plug prongs that can be adapted so that it’ll plug into any socket. Its portability is further underlined as it also comes with a 12 Volt car adapter so can even use it in your car. The plates are ceramic but there’s no tourmaline which is a real shame. It retails for around $100, which I think is great value for such a portable tool.
Finally, we have the Solia Pink Limited Edition flat iron. It’s exactly the same product as the Tourmaline Ceramic models. It costs around $70. The only downside is that it’s only available with 1″ plates - what about us girls with thicker, coarser, longer hair, don’t we deserve a pink limited edition too?
I would buy a Solia flat iron any day over a CHI. Don’t get me wrong the CHI flat iron is excellent and, in many ways, is better - check out the Nano Silver models - but they are just too expensive. You really don’t need to spend around $120 or more to get perfectly straight hair.
Follow the links for the Solia flat iron as well as the CHI flat iron and decide for yourself what is the best flat iron.

Cellulite is common among women, it is that dimply and orange peel look on the skin, and it occurs mostly on the lower body parts such as the butt and thighs.
So, what are the common cellulite home treatments?
Firstly, it is important to answer this question, “what are the causes of cellulite”. It is fat that is stored underneath the skin, and it is caused by excess fat in the body. The first step is therefore to follow a lifestyle that can help you lose weight.
Following a good diet, using cellulite treatment creams, regular exercise and using some massage and relaxation techniques are some of the important things that will help you to get rid of this excess fat that is stored underneath the skin hence causing an orange peel look on the skin.
You must follow a diet that is full of vegetables and fruits. Avoid food with high fat content such as dairy products, cakes, pies and similar foods. Drink lots of water everyday as this helps to keep your body hydrated which enables the body to flush out toxins.
Cellulite treatment creams are effective in getting rid of this excess fat in the body. However, not all cellulite treatment creams are effective. It is important that you read some anti cellulite cream reviews to find the highly recommended products.
Massaging parts of your body that are affected by excess fat can help to break down is fat. Treat yourself to a lower body massage once a week or fortnight.
Eliminate stress in your life. If you have high levels of stress it means that you do not eat well, you feel unhappy and depressed, and you also do not feel like exercising.
Regular exercise is an essential part of cellulite home treatments, and a thirty minute walk everyday can help to reduce excess fat from the body.
Follow these powerful tips on cellulite home treatments and you will have a firm, smooth, glowing and attractive lower body that is free of cellulite.
Nikki Montgomery is a fitness and beauty expert with about 7 years experience in cellulite treatments. For tips and best anti cellulite products, visit http://www.cellulite-cream-reviews.com

Sunshine helps the body produce vitamin D and stimulates the growth of red blood corpuscles. Too much sunlight, however, encourages the growth of skin cancer and other diseases. To protect itself from the harmful effects of the sun’s ultraviolet rays, the Malpighian cells of the epidermis or outer skin release a dark brown pigment called melanin which either appears as a good tan or a crop of freckles.
Freckles are generally harmless and some people even enjoy having them. Their appearance is also an indication of the skin’s inability to produce enough pigment for its protection. This is true in light or fair complexioned people who have little melanin pigment and should be wary of excessive exposure to the sun. Those with dark skin, on the other hand, have little to worry about because they have enough melanin pigment in their bodies.
“Freckles are small, flat, pigmented spots on your skin. They vary in color from red to tan to brown. Freckles are not present at birth. Instead, they develop in childhood and in later years as a result of repeated sun exposure. Freckles occur primarily in sun-exposed areas of your body, such as your nose and shoulders,” according to the Mayo Clinic.
Many cures have been proposed for the removal of freckles ranging from the ridiculous to outright deceiving. The best that some alleged freckle removers like lemon juice, salt, buttermilk or yogurt can do is to lighten freckles because they have a mild bleaching effect. None of them can actually cause freckles to disappear and the surest cure is to avoid needless exposure to sunlight.
A number of skin ointments and lotions which protect one from the sun are available in the market today and a good dermatologist or skin specialist can recommend what is best for you. Some cosmetics help conceal freckles if they prove annoying.
Skin-peeling techniques unless administered by a competent doctor, are best avoided since these make use of poisonous substances which can do more harm than good to your skin. Don’t rely on “quacks,” your next door neighbor or a beauty consultant to advice you on freckles and skin care. A short visit to a dermatologist can save you a lot of money and worry in the long run.
When freckles persist and change into large, rough, scaly spots, they must be brought to your doctor’s attention immediately for this may signal the start of skin cancer. Again, these “senile freckles,” as they are called, are best cured by avoiding direct exposure to sunlight or the application of cold cream. If not, the doctor will find other effective ways to remove them.
“Freckles rarely develop into skin cancer. However, freckles are especially common in people with light skin, and having light skin that burns easily increases your risk of skin cancer. Also, some skin cancer in its earliest stages resembles a freckle,” warned the Mayo Clinic.
To keep the skin young, soft, and wrinkle-free, use Dermaxin, the only cream that contains four anti-wrinkle ingredients: Matrxyl 3000 to promote collagen production and help reduce wrinkles by as much as 45 percent; collagen to moisten skin and retain its smoothness; Argireline to reduce the depth of wrinkles on the face due to repeated facial expressions; and hyaluronic acid - a “moisture magnet” that hydrates the skin to make it soft and elastic. For details, check out http://www.dermaxin.com.
Janet Martin is an avid health and fitness enthusiast and published author. Many of her insightful articles can be found at the premiere online news magazine http://www.thearticleinsiders.com

Using hair straighteners should be within certain boundaries in order that you reduce the chance of damaging your hair. Be sensible with the use of them and you will find that you do not have any problems with damaging your hair. It is recommended that between uses you have at least a full day and nights break; this will give your hair the chance to recover. Sometimes this is not possible, if this is the case then it is recommended to use a good conditioner, leave this in your hair for an hour or more once washed to ensure that it penetrates deep into the hair.
If you find that your hair is looking a little bit out of condition then take a trip to your local salon and get a professional to take a look. Applying heat to the hair can cause damage such as split ends or dry the hair out, use a heat serum after you wash your hair, if you use a hair straightener on a regular basis then you need to focus extra care on your hair treatments. To further prevent damage to the hair keep good maintenance of your flat irons, make sure you keep the plates clean. The styling products that you use in your hair can build up on the plates and cause a coating that could lead to breakage and pulling of strands. If you are looking to use your hair iron everyday then buy one that has been ergonomically designed to minimize the risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome or a stress injury for repetitive strain.
Consider having one of the professional treatments that last for up to 12 months, this will reduce the chances of long term damage to your hair and save you time each day from using the straighteners. Techniques such as thermal reconditioning have become very popular and are an effective way to straighten your hair for long periods. The process can take up to 6 hours to complete but you will not need to repeat every day and you can get a touch up when your roots start to become visible. Usually you will require a touch up around every 3 months; a stylist will be able to assist you with the best method for your hair.
Often use of a Ceramic Hair Straightener will even improve the quality of your hair. If you use the straighteners correctly with the required products and treatments your hair will be conditioned, heat resistance creams and smoothing balms on it. Lots of these products will also have shine enhancers, such as silicone that will help deflect the ravages of humidity of straightened hair. The general view point is you can use your straightener on a regular basis, the more often you use them then the more care you need to take with your hair. Take care of your hair with the specialist products that are provided and you should be able to use them as often as you like.
Kristy is a professional hair stylist and writer for http://www.myhairstylingtools.com

Brazilian hair straightening is rapidly becoming wide spread, moving from its home in brazil salons are adopting the techniques far and wide. The technique is known as Escova Progressiva or in English translation progressive blowdry. How does the technique work and what are the benefits of using for your hair.
The basic concept is the heat is used to seal in the hair cuticle with keratin, for those who are not aware keratin is the natural protein that is found in human hair. What are the benefits of this for your hair? Do you have wavy, curly or kinky hair, well this new technique is now all the rage with the celebrities. The process is said to take around 2 hours and the results are set to transform your hair and straighten your hair, want to hear the best part……for up to 4 months! No need for endless revisits to the salon your hair is straight and stays straight.
The technique used does not use chemicals to open the hair cuticle to achieve the results; the process uses keratin which is a protein that is found in your hair naturally, keratin is the protein that will make your hair tough, elastic and durable. If you want to have straight hair then you need to have keratin. The technique is a natural treatment and once it has worn off there will be no chemical imbalance and your hair will be back to the original state. The general process will allow the natural negative irons that are produced to break down the water molecule clusters into micro particles which in turn will allow the mixture to penetrate deep into the hair shaft and begin the straightening process naturally. The process can cost anywhere between two hundred to three hundred dollars and this will depend on the type of hair you have and the length of the hair.
The Brazilian Hair Straightening process is fine for anybody to have and any hair type, there are a number of precautionary steps that you can take to make sure you get the best possible results. Firstly make sure you keep your hair down for at least the first four days after you have had the procedure done. If you do get your hair wet within the first four days even though it Is not recommended then make sure you dry the hair as quickly as possible with a blow dryer. Keep the hair away from your face as much as possible to avoid damage. After you have undergone the process then you may want to wait a few days, normally recommended 4 days until you undertake some certain activities in order that you do not affect the results. Some things that you should avoid include, washing your hair, using hair clips, putting your hair up or into pony tails, excessive exercise or sweating, hair bands or any types of gel, moose or sprays. Of course you could do any of these activities but this could effect how long the procedure lasts on your hair.
Kristy is a professional hair stylist and writer for http://www.myhairstylingtools.com