Posted on 24 July 2010 by admin
Here are ten tips to follow after you have decided you want to get hair extensions and have selected a beauty salon.
1. After selecting a salon, schedule an initial consultation to discuss what you would like to have done and any concerns that you have.
2. Ask about what hair extension experience your hair stylist has and where they received their training.
3. Make sure the hair stylist listens and understands your needs and concerns. Does he/she communicate well with you?
4. The hair stylist should ask you about your lifestyle, health, hobbies and your normal hair routine
5. An analysis of your scalp and hair should be done at the initial consultation to make sure your hair is in a condition for successful hair extensions.
6. Ask to see before and after photos of hair extension clients.
7. Ask for references and be sure to call them.
8. Ask how often the average client needs to replace the hair. This is very important for anticipating future costs
9. Get a written estimate for your hair extensions with an itemized list of the services required to achieve your new look
10. Get a written maintenance plan. Plan should include recommendations for products, grooming tools, follow-up appointments and any special instructions.
Hair extensions have many advantages and several disadvantages that should be addressed, but if you want to create an instant long hair style, human hair extensions are the way to go!
To find beauty salons that do hair extensions, you can look in the yellow pages or search online. The beauty salon directory at www.hairresources.com will allow you to search for hair extensions in your City, State.
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Posted on 22 July 2010 by admin
Top Dermatologists’ Skin-Care Secrets
Drugstore aisles and makeup counters are jammed with potions claiming to cleanse, clear and smooth your skin. But do all those “breakthrough” products really work?
We asked top dermatologists what they use in their own skin-care regimens.
1. Keep It C
lean
“Skin can look dull thanks to a dead outer layer of skin cells, so I slough them off each morning with a gentle exfoliating wash that contains tiny, round beads. Synthetic beads are gentler on skin than those made from nuts, shells or pits, which can tear skin.”
– Katie Rodan, M.D., associate clinical professor of dermatology at Stanford University and author of Write Your Skin a Prescription for Change (Pairadocs Publishing).
2. Maximize Moisturizer
“I use a moisturizer containing coffee berry, an antioxidant that not only improves my skin tone and texture but also fights off further environmental damage.”
– Jeanine Downie, M.D., director of the Image Dermatology practice in Montclair, N.J., and co-author of Beautiful Skin of Color (HarperCollins).
3. Reverse Aging
“Retinoids have a great deal of science and hard data behind them, proving that they can slow down and reverse certain signs of aging by increasing cell turnover, stimulating collagen production, making pores look smaller, fading brown spots and clearing acne. I put it around the mouth and lower third of my face, since this is where aging hits hardest.”
– Francesca Fusco, M.D., assistant clinical professor of dermatology at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City.
4. Be Smart About Sun
“My biggest problem is sun exposure, which is why I apply an antioxidant sunscreen daily to sun-exposed areas of my face and body. It contains a high concentration of zinc and titanium oxides, ingredients that offer strong UVA and UVB protection without being irritating.”
– Diane Walder, M.D., clinical assistant professor of dermatology and cutaneous surgery at the University of Miami.
5. Heal Skin While You Sleep
If I’m fighting melasma – brown patches I get after spending time outside – or have dark spots in areas where acne is fading away, I apply Tri-Luma Cream. It’s a prescription product that lightens and brightens skin because it combines hydroquinone, a low-potency steroid and a retinoid.”
– Jeanine Downie
6. Keep Lips Luscious
“I exfoliate my lips a few times a week – you can do this gently with a washcloth or toothbrush. This removes dead skin, wards off dry, cracked lips and brings back that juicy, youthful pink color.”
– Katie Rodan
7. Prevent Cancer
“I use Efudex, a topical anti-cancer prescription medication on my skin twice yearly. This removes topical pre-cancerous growths that aren’t visible to the eye. Recent studies show that this medication also promotes new collagen formation.”
– Diane Walder
8. Think Thin for Better Skin
“I exercise 7 days a week, either running, stair climbing or kickboxing. Exercise keeps my weight under control despite my sweet tooth and improves circulation to my skin, which gives me a glow.”
– Jeanine Downie
9. Reduce Wrinkle-Causing Habits
“I never drink out of a straw. All that puckering can cause wrinkles around the mouth. I’ve also trained myself to sleep on my back, because crushing one side of your face into your pillow causes wrinkles.”
– Katie Rodan
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