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.

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.

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

Order Scissorboy tourmaline flat iron now

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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

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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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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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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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Professional stylists always prefer to have good quality hair shears because they provide the better result. Many barbering scissors are available in the market at low costs, but their performance is low too!

If your professional hair shears are not made from good quality of steel, they will wear out soon. Apart from going blunt early, they will also risk your health.

Stylists spend most of their time standing while working in a salon. The wrist is the most commonly used and affected body part in case of hairstylists. In such a case, if your hair-cutting scissors are not made from good quality, they may cause wrist injuries to you.

Repetitive strain on wrists makes them vulnerable to carpal tunnel syndrome and other injuries related to wrist and hands. So don’t compromise your health just to save some money.

It makes no sense to buy cheaper hair shears and then lead a painful life. A better alternative is to switch to hair scissors that are manufactured professionally and with good quality material. Such scissors are ergonomic and comfortable for your hands too!

If you are looking to buy professional hair shears, you should certainly checkout the ones from ScissorBoy. ScissorBoy shears are made from special Japanese steel and have a rockwell hardness of 63 HRC, which means these shears will stay sharper and durable for a longer time.

ScissorBoy shears are manufactured with precision and by following standards. The attention to detail while designing and manufacturing these hair scissors makes them an excellent choice for stylists who want to reduce wrist pain and prevent injuries.

These hair shears are available in various sizes and colors. The wide range of variety in their store allows you to pick a pair that suits your needs. These scissors are so elegantly sharp that you don’t want to put them down after you pick them!

Make sure the next haircut you do on your client is painless; and that can only happen if you buy ScissorBoy shears.

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The Gulf Oil Spill has been a major hazard. Its been nearly three weeks since the Gulf of Mexico has been filled with oil spill. To control this situation, you can help by donating hair, which will be used to create booms and floating mats to soak up the oil.

The Gulf Oil Spill was an accident that occurred on April 20, 2010. A drilling rig exploded near the Louisiana coast and crude oil began to leak since then. There are comprehensive efforts being carried out to prevent the oil from spreading too deep.

Matter of Trust, a San Francisco-based environmental nonprofit organization is collecting hair clippings from salons to help contain the oil spill. It is collecting hair donations from anyone and everyone: salons, groomers, wool farmers and individuals to make hair booms.

It plans to take clipped hair, fur and wool and then stuff it into hosiery and other nylon containers and turn them into oil mats and booms. According to them, the naturally absorbent properties of hair follicles, marshaled together, can be used to circle and contain oil spills.

Your hair can help the Gulf Coast cleanup effort! So, help in spreading the word about hair donations to control the Gulf Oil Spill.

To get more information and find out how you can donate, check out MatterofTrust.org

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Mother’s day is approaching this week and many mom’s would like to get a makeover. If you are a first time mom or a mom with four kids, you definitely can look hot by getting a new hair cut.

These days mothers don’t want to look like regular moms. Instead, they prefer a hot look like celebrity moms. If you too want to adopt the celebrity mom look, you need to get a great haircut with hair shears.

Here are some quick and easy haircut ideas that will make you look glamorous on Mother’s Day.

Halle Berry’s Pixie Haircut

This is an easy to style and manage haircut. This style suits Halle Berry’s personality and face. You too can think of adopting the pixie haircut which will save you time on hair so that you can spend more time with your kids.

Katie Holmes Short Haircut

This is another great haircut that will make you look stylish. This Katie Holmes short haircut will also make you look younger and youthful. To get this look, snip off a few inches with professional hair shears. This easy haircut is very suitable for the summer season as well!

Sandra Bullock’s Ponytail

If you have medium or long hair and don’t wish to cut them, try a loose ponytail. Its a style that always looks great on moms. One good thing about ponytails is that they allow lot of customizations.

You can either leave your hair straight and smooth or can add some curls to give a different look. Adding a few hair accessories will only enhance your look without taking too much time.

Make a quick trip to a salon near you and get any of these three simple celebrity styles. As a mom, you deserve to look at your best on this special day. Have a happy and stylish Mother’s Day!

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After flaunting her celebrity hairstyles in Paris, Jennifer Lopez was seen sporting a new hairstyle at London. She was seen with a beehive hairstyle at the premiere of her new movie, The Back-Up Plan, held at London’s Vue West End.

Jennifer Lopez hairstyles are generally not too overdone. She has been busy these days while promoting her new romantic comedy The Back-up Plan. JLo has kept her usual style of long and wavy layers for most of the press tour for her film, but she opted for a very fashionable look during its premiere in London.

JLo decided to walk the red carpet with a beehive hairstyle which looked good on her. The 40 year old actress sent shock waves through London after she altered her celebrity hairstyle.

Just a few days ago JLo was spotted wearing three very different looks in just one day in Paris during her European trip. After those 3 chick celebrity hairstyles, she adopted the beehive hairstyle for her appearance in London.

I wonder whether the beehive hairstyle is the latest trend this season. Just a few days ago, Lady GaGa was seen sporting a lemon beehive hairstyle during her promotional tour in Japan.

Stylists had said that short hair will be the new trend this season, but looking at Jennifer Lopez’s new hairstyle, the recent trends seems to be different.

It will be interesting to see which hairstyle does JLo adopt next. It may be her regular long hair or maybe a short one or she may even add a few extensions to create a tailor-made celebrity hairstyle. What do you think?

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Tyra Sanchez has won the RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 2. She edged past JujuBee and Raven to become the queen of Season 2 of this reality series.

RuPaul’s Drag Race included 12 contestants in Season 2 while Season 1 had only 9. Tyra Sanchez emerged victorious amongst all the contestants and Raven was declared the runner-up.

The final challenge for the last three queens was to shoot the music video for RuPaul’s next single, named “Jealous of My Boogie.” Robert Verdi and Mathu Anderson along with choreographer Ryan Heffington were the star guests for this challenge.

The winning crown looked great on Tyra but I think she needed a quick haircut. A few snips with the help of hairdressing scissors would have enhanced her hairstyle and overall look.

RuPaul’s Drag Race is a reality television series produced by World of Wonder for Logo TV. The aim of this reality series is to find America’s Next Drag Superstar and RuPaul plays the host and mentor for this series.

There wasn’t too much happiness in the air when Tyra Sanchez was declared as the winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 2. Majority of the viewers wanted JujuBee to win the series, but in the end Tyra proved too lucky for both JujuBee and Raven.

Do you think Tyra Sanchez deserved to win RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 2? Tweet us your thoughts: @TheScissorBoy

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