What Your Hairstyle Says About Your Personality

Long, short, curly or purple, hair says a lot about your personality. While not it is not always correct to judge a book by its cover hair style gives non-verbal clues to who you are and applies to both men and women yet with different interpretations.

Women place a great amount of importance on their hairstyles. It is the one physical trait that can be easily changed without major sacrifice such as dieting. Short or cropped hairstyles on a woman is perceived as confidence if they are slender or fit. Straight hair is perceived as being more formal and business like especially if cut above the shoulders while longer loose hair indicates a less professional manner in the male dominant business world. Short hair also means you don’t like to waste time on your hair, leaving more time for other things.

Curly and wavy hair means you are fun loving, that is why a person with curly hair is often not taken very seriously, yet those with thick and wavy hair are considered creative, while thick hair alone shows you have strong will power.

Those with straight hair who curl it mean they crave more adventure in their lives while those with curly hair who straighten it want a less chaotic life giving you more calmness and control. Long wash-and-go styles give the perception of being more in touch with your feelings akin to hippy style but medium length wash-and-go style makes you a logical thinker.

High maintenance hair indicates you are self-critical and a drama queen. Every hair has to be perfectly in line shows a fussiness and superficial focus on life. The other side of the coin is those who throw their hair into sloppy pony-tails or braids show they put everyone else’s needs before their own.

Asymmetrical hair styles shows a woman as being more fun, adventurous and a go-getter like someone with a blunt cut. The blunt cuts show a person who is direct and to the point, not a time waster. Those who choose bald or shaved heads are romantics.

The choice of color also speaks about your personality. Blondes receive more attention but are considered less intelligent while brunettes are considered mysterious. Currently, going natural and letting the grey through is trending which shows confidence and self-security in the face of an age discriminate society. Bright colored dyed hair shows either rebellion or a need for attention. Natural red-heads are placed in the fiery category while dyed red-heads are considered attention seekers.

Hair accessories such as weaves, extensions, ribbons or bands shows you are not afraid of change and like the ability to express yourself beyond physical hair.

Our hair styles give a glimpse into the personality behind the style. If you are feeling the need for a change it is simply a matter of going to the salon to find a new way to express yourself. A woman will change her hairstyle many times during her life that can be signs of her ever evolving personality and focus in life.

The color of your hair should not really matter to a prospective employer however it really does.

It is not that they do not want you to dye your hair, it’s that they don’t want your hair to be something out of this world working for their companies.

The company you work for or are trying to work for will have a list of rules and regulations that will tell you what they do not allow and what they do allow working for their company.

There are some companies who will say that the person who they are looking at for a prospective employee should not have hair that is wild as this makes the company itself look bad. For instance, if you are applying for a job flipping burgers, well most likely they really do not care what color your hair is dyed but if you are applying for a job being a therapist, they most likely will not want you to have dyed hair that is orange or blue or purple. For this reason, it is best to think ahead about what exactly you are trying to achieve and consider if the right decision is dying it a color that is presentable or if you even want to dye it at all.

Another thing that you might want to consider when you are thinking about dying your hair is that there are some predisposition ideas out there that there are some colors of hair that dictate whether or not you are smart enough for a job. For instance, think about all of those blond jokes you heard growing up. Now think about what else is said about blondes. Most people think that blondes are dumb and they are known to have more fun. For this reason, an employer who sees a prospective employee coming into their company might shy away from a blonde who is coming in to apply for a job.

It is not that the employer would discriminate against a employee but if there are two people walking in for the same job and one person looks more professional, has a different color of hair than what someone else does, they most likely will hire the person who appears to be more professional than the other. So keep this in mind as you ask yourself, will dying my hair affect my chances of getting a job!

Hairstyles for Professionals

The first thing that you present to a person is your appearance. While your appearance is important in almost all settings, your image is very important in the workplace. Maintaining a professional look is key to keeping and maintaining that edge in the workforce. So your hairstyle is just as equally important, it needs to be kept in a professional manner.

If you like to keep your hair on the longer side, try a hairstyle that accentuates the length. Or you can wear your long hair up, such as in a clip or hair tie, it’s an effortless yet classy look, all while maintaining that professional look and demeanor. Below are just one of the few but many ways you can style your hair as a professional at work!

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Women’s Hair Styles

The 1920’s brought flappers with bobs and short hair but those are far from the trends of the spring runways this year. Whether the hair is pulled back in to a bun or let down in loose waves all of the styles have a lot of length.

For women with dry and frizzy hair waves are perfect. Hair should have texture, and frizz is the perfect way to achieve that. When hair is wavy it needs to have this texture, otherwise it would just fall flat. Someone without frizzy hair can also achieve perfect waves by using certain hair products.

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When it comes to healthy hair, it is not just what you put on your head that counts, but what you put in your body, too.

If you eat a balanced, protein-rich diet that includes these foods, you will be giving your hair the important nutrients it needs to grow healthy. At the top of many healthy food lists is Fish, like salmon, herring, trout and mackerel because these are loaded with protein and vitamin D, plus omega-3 fatty acids that your body needs to grow hair.

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by Valerie Valdez

Healthy hair has a lifetime up to 6 years but that depends on how you care for it. Keratin is the main component in hair, and it is also responsible for the elasticity of human fingernails.

Our hair grows about half of an inch per month and although it is strong, a single strand of hair is only as thick as a single piece of paper.

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Hairstyles for Men

Everything old is new again and hairstyles for men in 2015 are no exception. Retro styles from the ’50s and ’60s are still trendy. By carefully selecting the right hair style can get your New Year off to a great start. The popular “Mad Men” 1960s style made famous by the TV program is the side comb over. It’s sleek and sexy but this hairstyle is not a good choice for men with thinning hair.

Since you do need to slick back your hair for this look, choose an updated styling product that works well but is not greasy like the old hair creams. Think Elvis and you have the pompadour that has not ceased after decades. In this updated version of the up-do, the hair at the back and sides are cut short.

Apart from this, the hair is tapered around the edges with a clean neckline to give the guy the classic masculine look. A Caesar cut features a similar profile with slicked back undercut, but it requires lesser effort. This haircut is done by cutting your hair evenly on the sides and top at a short length. Guys especially love the Caesar cut because it is easy and inexpensive to maintain.

The Sleek hairstyles for men is best for men with dry, frizzy, and damaged hair. By simply using shampoo, detangler, or detangler spray and leave-in conditioner, you can already have a smooth, shiny hair. But this hairstyle is not advisable for men with balding hair. An extremely versatile hairstyle is the Undercut in which the sides are shaved and the hair is long in the front. It flatters most face shapes.

This hairstyle has so many styling options from edgy to toned down and from rugged to business casual. Spiked hair never gets old and has been a popular hairstyle for men, and even women, from ages 8 to 80. To keep the spiked look hip in 2015, add undercut sides, or you slick it back or across your head.

Many of the classic hairstyles are the result of what each hair type does naturally. A professional barber can look at your hair, the shape of your head and face, and recommend a look that works for you. So, update your best trendy hairstyle this year.

How to Keep Your Hair From Thinning

African-American hair has a unique look and texture but it is also fragile and is prone to damage. Thinning hair is a problem for about 50-percent of African-American women and men, but some simple tips can minimize hair problems so your hair stays healthy and beautiful.

First, don’t wash your hair too often. Once a week or every other week is enough and this will help prevent build-up of hair care products, which can dry out the hair. When shampooing, concentrate on cleaning the scalp, rather than the entire length of the hair since washing only your hair can create dull, flyaway hair.

Secondly, use a conditioner every time you wash to keep your hair from thinning.

It is especially important to coat the ends of the hair, because the ends are the oldest and most fragile part of the hair. However, using a conditioner on the scalp or the length of the hair can make the strands look limp. Also, once a month use a hot oil treatment to add moisture and elasticity to your hair. Another good tip is to take care when using relaxers and always go to a professional hair stylist to ensure that the relaxer is applied safely.

Touch-ups should only be done every two to three months and only to newly grown hair. Never apply relaxer to hair that has already been relaxed. Remember to use ceramic combs or irons to press the hair, but no more than once a week and to avoid heat damage, use the lowest possible temperature. A higher temperature is only necessary for thicker, coarser hair. Make certain braids, cornrows or weaves are not wound too tight.

If it hurts while your hair is being styled, ask the stylist to stop and redo it because pain means hair damage.

Lastly, see a professional stylist or barber for hair cuts and to catch any problems early for the best treatment. When you incorporate these tips into your hair care regimen, you will help ensure a lifetime of strong, lovely and healthy hair.

With annual sales of more than $1.4 billion dollars, according to The Statistics Portal, shampoo is the leading hair care product sold in the U.S. Yet, most users are unaware of a shampoo’s multiple ingredients and what they do individually and collectively for your hair.

All shampoo brands perform the same basic function which is to remove oil, dirt and environmental contaminants while still making your hair manageable. Reading a shampoo label may seem like taking a chemistry quiz, but the ingredients all serve the same purpose – to make your hair and scalp healthier and look great. These are the most common ingredients found in shampoo. Sodium laureth sulfate is derived from coconut oils and is used to soften water and create a lather.

Used as a thickening agent, Ammonium chloride helps make hair fuller and Polysorbate solubilize or causes essential oils and fragrances to spread throughout and penetrate into your hair. Citric acid is a natural preservative that adjusts the pH level in shampoo to approximately 5.5. This is the normal range that allows hair to feel smooth and look shiny.

The most common ingredient for dandruff control is Zinc Pyrithione which slows cell regeneration on the scalp. Panthenol (B5) penetrates the hair shaft causing it to swell and thicken. Plant-based or Bontanical ingredients, such as lavender and aloe among others, aid in hair care. For example, rosemary helps with greasy scalp and chamomile lightens hair color.

Fruit sugars hydrate the hair by drawing water from the air to keep it moist. For people who dislike using a lot of chemicals, or have an allergic reaction to them, organic and natural shampoos can be a suitable alternative. These shampoos often use tea tree oil, essential oils and extracts. Also, many people suffer from eczema on their hands and their heads and some find relief from wheat-free or gluten-free soaps and shampoos, which are becoming more popular.

So, the next time you buy shampoo, read the label to have a better understanding of what ingredients it contains and the benefits they bring to your hair care treatment.

How to do a Facial for a Man

A man’s facial skin is normally thicker than a woman’s and less sensitive to ingredients in cleansers and moisturizers, but shaving is another issue. Men with heavy beards or curly hair can experience razor bumps, ingrown hairs that cause small, bumps on the skin. But with proper facial care, these problems can be a thing of the past and replaced with a clean, smooth face everyday.

Many men prefer bars over liquid cleansers, which is okay if you have normal or oily skin. But bar soap dries skin out more than liquid cleansers. If your skin is itchy or a little tight after you wash your face, then use a moisturizing bar soap with emollients such as glycerin, vitamin E oil, or olive oil or jojoba oil. If you have very oily skin, then acne may be a common problem for you. Acne is caused by excess oil production that clogs pores, causing inflammation.

Use soaps or liquid cleansers that contain salicylic acid, glycolic acid or benzyl peroxide. All three have exfoliating agents to remove the upper layers of dead skin and allow for deeper cleaning of pores. Exfoliating is also the best way to greatly reduce or completely eliminate skin bumps when shaving. Simply use a facial exfoliator 2-3 times a week to buff away the dead skin cells that your hair grows back into.

After you wash your face, massage in a grainy facial exfoliator for a minute with gentle circular motions. You will see a vast improvement in your shaving bump situation. Some soaps are laced with a moisturizer, and for some men they work fine, but if not then add a moisturizer to your daily routine. For dry skin, choose a cream, which is the thickest formulation that deeply penetrates the pores. If you have normal skin, then use a lotion, which is lighter and contains less oil.

A skin toner or gel formula is best for oily skin. By using or adding these tips to your daily skin care routine, every man can have baby-smooth skin feel that looks good and feels even better.