Sunday, August 30, 2009

Using Styling Gel


Gel is a popular hair styling product. Used by both sexes, styling gel can totally transform the way your hair looks. But one should not use gel without following certain steps. The first thing one need to do is to shampoo the hair. Do it thoroughly and then condition them. You will find styling hair with gel is relatively easier when the hair is totally clean. Depending upon your preference that is whether you would like to have a dry or wet look, you can go for your preferred gel and style. It will also save you precious time.

If you would like a have wet look then after washing your hair, blow them dry and then apply gel for your favorite dry look. It is not necessary to apply gel all over your hair. You can apply it at areas where you want to give a certain shape. Even a small amount of gel would be sufficient to give shape to the dried hair. In case, you are longing for wet look then it is advisable to apply gel while hair is still wet. Once the gel is applied, allow your hair to air dry and don’t even try to use blow drier.

After applying the gel, style your hair properly and give them some time to set. It approximately takes less than 30 minutes for your hair to set completely. Give your hair the proper treatment it deserves and don’t rush. Use wide toothed combs and apply right amount of gel. You are all set to flaunt your new style.

Friday, August 14, 2009

Hair Removal Methods

Women often face problems of unwanted hair. It could be underarms, legs or upper lips. With women, beauty is associated with lesser body hair. The problem of hair growth starts with arrival of teen-age. In modern day world, men have also started to get rid of body hair. But many of you must be confused about how to go for hair removal. The answer is simple. One can go for temporary hair removal or permanent removal depending upon the treatment. We will talk about certain measures to get rid of unwanted body hair.

One of the most common and basic options for hair removal is shaving. It is definitely a temporary method in which one uses razor to cut the hair from skin surface. Ideally, one uses moisturizers like water, body wash, hair conditioner or shaving cream to smoothen the hair. By using moisturizers one can avoid scrapes or cuts. Another temporary method is using hair removal cream. It lasts slightly longer than shaving. One can also opt for plucking in which a pair of tweezers is used to pluck the hair. It is very time consuming method.

Waxing is a popular method in which one can get rid of large amounts of hair at one time. This method uses warm wax that is placed on hair and thereafter it is pulled. If you are looking for permanent methods then you can opt for electrolysis or laser treatment. The later one is preferred by many persons however it has some side effects. Electrolysis requires longer time frame to completely remove the hair growth.