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Dec23

My Journey to bone straight hair

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Undoubtedly my hair has a mind of its own… true to form as a naturally curly haired girl I often go on the quest to achieve the ever sought out bone straight look with no avail. It feels as though I have used every product known to man that promises to help you achieve the ultimate bone- straight tresse.

Indeed I have had my fair share of success stories but unfortunately these stories are only short lived due to my long time frenemy named humidity which leaves me looking more like Diana Ross from the disco era rather than Cher circa the “I got you babe years”.

I know we have been told time and time again to embrace our natural texture but its human nature to want what we don’t have and for me that its naturally straight hair.

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During the summer months, rocking my natural curls was my only realistic option next to chemical treatments but as fall approaches my aims towards straight hair is more achievable.

Fortunately fall 2010 is deeming the sleek bone-straight look as a must have this season, it is all the rage on the runways and once again is making a major comeback. So once again I have embarked on the journey to achieve “the bone- straight look” and as my tool I tried the 1” Scissorboy tourmaline flat iron.

Here’s what I did:

Prep: First and foremost it is essential to coat the hair with a heat protectant so I cock-tailed flatliner sleek and magic finish from Schwarzkopf professional’s OSiS line to add conditioning and shine to the hair. I additionally coated my ends with Morocconoil to provide extra heat protection.

The tool: I parted my hair and straightened one inch sections at a time, paying close attention to the roots. It is important to note that the finer the sections, the flatter the results will be. I also used a fine tooth comb down the shaft to ensure that my hair is tangle and knot free.

The 450 Fahrenheit capability of this iron straightened my tress with only one past which was a pleasant surprise. A great feature on this iron was undoubtedly its temperature dial wheel which I preferred over the typical digital models. This light weight iron was a dream to use and the sleek & sexy black design only added to its appeal.

The 1” plate is ideal for short hair but worked amazingly well on my long thick mane. Another must have feature this iron has is tourmaline plates, which for my ethnic hair creates a shiny smoother finish.

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Verdict: Great flatiron if you are a long haired fashionista, looking for that sleek bone straight look that’s runway approved!

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NOTE: This article is written by Sherilyn Allen who is a professional presenter for Scissorboy TV

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Aug31

Anne Hathaway crops her hair for ne...

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Anne Hathaway has revealed a new haircut that we have never seen before. The 27 year old actress has tried all sorts of celebrity hairstyles before, but has never dared to crop her hair short.

The Valentine’s Day actress finally cut her hair short to reveal her new look. It is believed that her new hairdo is not her choice but it is for her upcoming new movie called “One Day” which is a romantic comedy.

Anne Hathaway’s short haircut was seen on the movie set in Paris. Her new look is contrasting to her earlier look which comprised of long waves. However, the new celebrity hairstyle may become a trend once her movie releases.

Recently, Nicole Richie’s new short haircut was also revealed to her fans. The Simple Life star got her hair job done from Andy Lecompte and George Papanikolas.

Anne Hathaway’s new haircut is unique in itself. It is neither a Pixie cut nor a very sharp hairstyle. The brunette beauty has cut her hair short with hairstyling scissors and swept them off to the side.

Anne Hathaway’s short haircut rocks!

What do you think? Is Anne’s new haircut a Hit or a Miss? Tweet us your thoughts: @TheScissorBoy

Photo Credit: Splash News, X17online.com

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May27

Hair washing doesn’t cause ba...

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We all wash our hair whenever necessary. Some people prefer washing them regularly while others prefer to prolong it for whatever reason. But there’s a common misconception which may have led many people to their non-hair-washing ways: that washing too often can lead to hair loss.

Although you might be losing hair while in the shower or combing your hair, that is perfectly normal, and not related to how often you wash. Five percent of your hair is in the shedding phase, which means you can lose 80 to 100 hairs every day, regardless of when or how often you shower.

As for hair loss, much of it is caused by hormones and can be genetic. Men typically lose hair in the crown and frontal areas, while women’s hair tends to thin all over. Medication can cause hair loss as a side effect, and stress is another factor that can lead to thinning.

A big factor for hair loss that is often neglected is the use of hair shears. If you are cutting hair with cheap quality hair scissors, then your hair may get tangled and prone to hair loss when you are combing them. Therefore it is absolutely vital to use good quality hair shears.

If you are worried about losing your hair, it is very important to have it evaluated by an expert. A dermatologist will be able to diagnose the type of baldness you’re experiencing, as well as potential causes.

Regularly washing your hair will not lead to hair loss. In fact it will keep your scalp clean and moist and prevent dandruff. So make sure you are using the right products on your hair and are using good quality hair shears while cutting them. With a clean scalp and properly nourished hair, you will never have to worry about hair loss.

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May24

Online training in cosmetology

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For all those who aspire to take cosmetology education should consider taking it online because online cosmetology education is so much fun. Apart from having many advantages over the regular class room teaching methods, online cosmetology tutorials help in better understanding of the concepts.

ScissorBoy’s Cutting Edge Hair Show is a popular online series providing online cosmetology education. It takes you to various salon across the world where top and celebrated stylists demonstrate their techniques. This form of learning helps in better understanding the concepts because it provides a live demonstration unlike a written tutorial.

Online training in cosmetology would help you to learn various aspects of this business. It teaches a lot about how to properly hold hair shears, how to efficiently color hair, styling hair for photo shoots, etc. This form of learning also saves you time since you don’t need to attend classes in a cosmetology school. Some of the other rewards of online cosmetology education are discussed below.

Advantages of online cosmetology education

  • Self paced
  • Allows you to watch the tutorials again
  • Convenient to grasp
  • Saves time
  • Prevents you from leaving the comfort of your home

If you wish to get started with online cosmetology education,  check out ScissorBoy.com

Many award winning stylists and legends from the hair industry have been featured on ScissorBoy.com They have shared their inside secrets so that you can develop into a better cosmetologist. So make sure you subscribe to ScissorBoy’s online cosmetology education program for successfully continuing cosmetology education online.

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May18

Sexy Hair Seeks America’s Sexiest...

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Do you think you are the sexiest stylist in America? Then why not nominate yourself for the Who is America’s Sexiest Stylist? competition promoted by Sexy Hair. If you are declared as the winner, you will be walking away with some amazing prizes and of course the tag of being America’s Sexiest Stylist.

Sexy Hair is a professional hair product manufacturer which has launched a National Hairstylist Contest as Benefit for Nonprofit Partner, Look Good…Feel Better®

As part of the contest, Sexy Hair wants to know and is asking people from across the country to submit their nominations. The contest is live as of May 1, and will run until June 12. The winner of the America’s Sexiest Stylist contest will walk away with either (prize selected by winner):

  • An all-expense-paid trip to Los Angeles with a complimentary training course at Sexy Hair’s Michael O’Rourke Institute of Courage,
  • Or the opportunity to assist Sexy Hair’s Artistic Creative Director, Rafe Hardy, on a national photo shoot.

Nominating a stylist is easy: visit www.sexyhair.com and go through the complete list of contest rules and the official entry form, then submit an explanation about why your nominee is the sexiest in America.

For each submission Sexy Hair receives, the company will donate $1 to Look Good…Feel Better, a national public service program helping patients struggling with the appearance-related challenges of cancer treatment.

The individual who nominates the winning stylist will accompany him or her on the all-expense paid trip and receive a makeover from a Sexy Hair master artist. If a fellow stylist nominates the winner, he or she will accompany the winner and participate in the grand prize activities.

Visit www.sexyhair.com and apply and you might be the next sexiest American stylist!

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