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2. A modern variation of the page boy look is another clean and classic style that is great for that cool and confident look. The sleek, wet look is hot this season so this can be incorporated into this simple style to give it a bit more of that celebrity status. The modern pageboy has a blunter base line at the nape and soft layers with a longer side swept fringe. Longer sides tucked behind the ears give that clean look of confidence to finish it off. This look will need a little work but some quick tips would be to simply damp the hair in the morning (to settle all those bed head locks) and slick the hair with some shiny pomade or even some leave-in conditioner.
5. The bob has been back in the fashion scene for a couple of years now but for 2014, they just got edgy. Layer them up and go for a shorter choppy fringe or bangs. Taking the fringe wider, shorter and choppier can really give some style to a simple bob whilst giving more focus on the eyes.
What I love most about these styles is the versatility of them all. They are all fresh, fun, stylish and great for girls who are always on the go! With minimal effort, these looks can be transformed to work with any occasion, so don’t get stuck always trying to get it to look how it did when you left the salon because as we know, that just ain’t gonna happen.
Shampoo Savers
With an increase in heat and humidity, the desire to wash your hair more frequently is often over taken by our hectic working schedules, so let’s look at a couple of time-saving alternatives:
Dry shampoo — yes, it’s back with a vengeance. Dry shampoo is not a new revolution but one that has been long forgotten until recent years (your grandmothers may have a stash somewhere). It can be found in either powder or spray form — the latter is my preference due to the easier application and control of product. Dry shampoo basically soaks up the oil and dirt on the scalp, making it feel and look clean. It really is a miracle product that can save you precious time. It can be used a couple of times before you need to wash with traditional shampoo but I would not recommend trying to extend it beyond two times. Dry shampoo not only works to help remove the oil and freshen the hair but it can actually help add a little volume and style support too. My favourite is the Fudge Dry Shampoo in spray form — it’s easy to use, easy to wash out and gets the job done!
Another simple fix to save you time dealing with hair styling is to keep a spray bottle handy filled with water. A quick spritz and your locks will at least be tame enough to allow you out in public. Add a little leave-in conditioner or pomade to give you this season’s slick, back-run hair.
For those with a more edgy or layered look, a spritz with some sea salt spray combined with an upside down blast with your dryer will give a sudden boost of volume and texture. Go crazy with it and blast it at full speed for a few minutes to get the most ’root’ volume as possible. You can easily tame the hair down a little with your fingers once you flip back up.
Long Hair Styling Tips
For those of you who are too attached to your hair length, don’t fret! I have a few hot styles for you to try that will let you keep your long locks while staying cool.
A pony twist takes a few minutes longer but can be well worth the effort. Pull your hair back into a pony (mid or high) and secure with your desired band. Start at the base of the tie and twist the hair. Keep twisting until the hair starts to turn on itself and wrap it. Secure with a band and there you have it! Cool, out-of-the-way hair.
One simple yet elegant accessory that works wonders for long hair is the thick elastic hair band. It’s a great must-have hair accessory for when you’re out and about. You can mix this up with the pony or the braid, or simply just let your hair go natural behind it. Plain solid colours work best in my opinion but feel free to mix it up. These bands keep the hair clean off the face and push the length more to the centre back, making it easier for you to get that fresh, summer look!
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