sexy siren
Make like the movie stars and embrace your Hollywood starlet style. Round-brush hair as you blow-dry to shape layers around the face and enhance curved edges with the help of a curling iron. Adding a touch of glossifier helps to enhance shine and really show off your beautiful blonde shade.
HAIR: TERESA MCGAHA/MOUTON SALON, GRAPEVINE, TX; PHOTO: GLOBAL HAIR & FASHION GROUP.
lovely lengths
Making your decadent chocolate-colored silhouette even more delicious has never been easier! Smooth strands benefit from using a small amount of styling mousse to build volume while blow-drying with a paddle brush. Finish with a smoothing serum to prevent flyaways and create a glossy shine.
HAIR: TERESA MCGAHA/MOUTON SALON, GRAPEVINE, TX; PHOTO: GLOBAL HAIR & FASHION GROUP.
romantic texture
Combining smooth strands with shapely spirals creates a free-flowing profile with tons of texture. A marvelous mocha hue showcases natural highlights that shine thanks to a smooth crown that gives way to taut spirals. Bold bangs that skim the lashes are styled sleek with a flat iron.
HAIR: PK DESIGN TEAM/PAUL KENNETH SALON, WOBURN, MA; PHOTO: GLOBAL HAIR & FASHION GROUP.
tempting tigress
Get your model on and try a fashion-forward style worthy of the trendiest runway show. A combo of curling and crimping creates the ultimate voluminous coif full of tantalizing textures. A mist of hairspray offers lasting hold. To top it off, a fiery red hue looks absolutely stunning against a creamy complexion.
HAIR: PAUL FALLTRICK EDUCATIONAL TEAM/PAUL FALLTRICK HAIRDRESSING, UK; PHOTO: GLOBAL HAIR & FASHION GROUP.
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Hi, I love your magazine! My hair is getting fairly long, I colour it every few months and it over all pretty healthy. I love my hair curled but dont have the time, does a perm damage hair very badly?
Hi Shannara,
We are consulting with our mane pros…visit soon!
Hi Shannara,
Because you already receive color services, we recommend that you go for a perm consultation so that your stylist can determine if your hair is too chemically processed to receive a perm. Because a perm is a chemical process, the judgment whether to “go for it” or not needs to be determined on a individual basis. Also, keep in mind that a perm will make your hair appear much shorter and will give you an even, smaller curl pattern when most people are looking to wear a more loose, natural and tousled curl that you can only achieve with an iron or medium and/or large hot rollers. Good luck with your decision, make sure it’s suitable for you and have fun with it!
Hi, First off, I love your magazine, it has given me many different hairstyles over the years…
I’m growing my hair out now, and I was looking at the Nov./Dec 2010 issue, and I fell in love with Aly Michalka’s hair in the magazine, the picture of her “Hellcats” hair…and I was wondering how exactly do I go about styling my hair to look like hers?
Thank you so much!
Hi Michelle,
In our exclusive interview with Aly Michalka, she told us how she likes to style her hair! “I use a medium curling iron to curl it in different directions,” she says. “I curl the hair around my face then away from my face, and I flip it upside down to give it a wavy, beach look.”
I have long hair, like really long, like almost to my waist. Are there any suggestions for styling it? I don’t want to lose length, but I do want to gain some style with it. Any suggestions would be awesome
Hi Crystal,
Have you tried wearing updos or accessories? A simple headband or clip can add a lot of flair to your look. You may also want to try a long braid, which is a hot trend on the red carpet.
What possible ways can you get your hair to grow faster? I heard that you can eat a lot of foods with protein to make your hair to grow faster. Is that true?
Hi, Brittany!
Hair growth takes time and patience. The truth is, taking good care of your hair (washing/conditioning it properly, avoiding too much heat, etc.) and sticking to a healthy diet helps to keep your hair healthy, which in turn helps it grow.
Hi! i have medium-long hair, dark brown and i straighten it everyday but i would love a beachy look to my hair. when i scrunch my hair and let it air dry it can go very frizzy though so i was considering a soft perm? any thoughts?
Hi, Riley!
Try using a diffuser to blow-dry your curls while scrunching hair with your fingers. When you’re done, use a curling iron or rollers to enhance the waves. The trick with the curling iron is to wrap your hair around the barrel instead of clipping it with the clamp. Doing this helps to create the really beachy look! Talk to your stylist for some more pointers. Ask for a complete hair/scalp analysis and let him/her know you’re thinking of getting a perm.
is there any ways for hair to grow faster? people say to put it in a tight ponytail, but i’d like to know from you if it actually works? or if there’s another way??
Hi, Maria!
We’re checking with our hair pros and we’ll have an answer for you soon!
hey, my hair is naturally wavy, like an afro and it’s not a pretty curl. i straighten it everytime i shower, but is there any shampoos or anything that can straighten withought ironing it, because i don’t wanna damage my hair. but at the same time, i dont want my curly haaair.?
Hi, Maria!
While shampoo won’t actually straighten your curly hair, there are products you can use to protect your hair from the heat of the flat iron. A leave-in conditioner makes your hair easier to comb through and gives your hair extra moisture to help prevent dryness and breakage. You may also want to look for a flat iron with ceramic plates, which provide effortless gliding and prevent pinching or pulling the hair. Happy styling!
i have long, thick, wavy hair and when i let it down its really bushy and dry ! i always get embarrassed when people tell me to put it down. so what do you think i should do. i want to let it down but its too bushy and dry
Hi, Bonita!
We answered your question in the Products To Try section—take a look!
Hi,
I do have a long natural wave hair …i want a new hair style with fantastic looks ..my face shape is oval with big fat cheecks please advice me what kind of style will suits me ….waiting for ur reply urget …thanks
i like the style of 3rd pick too “fantasy fation” what hair style is this n how we can explain to the hair dresser…?
Hi, Rachna!
Check out the “Cuts For Your Face Shape” section on the Sophisticate’s website, found under the same tab where you clicked on “Long Hair.” If you like the styles above, print out the page and bring the picture of the look to your stylist! Want more detail? We have a special book excerpt feature in our October issue on sale now with amazing illustrations and guidelines to help you determine your exact needs not only based on your face shape but for various facial characteristics you may want to emphasize or de-emphasize.
Hi. I have a little past my shoulders, blonde, THIN hair!!! and it drives me insane!!! I really want LONG hair, that has beach waves! What could I do? thanks
Hi, Claire!
We’re working on an answer for you—visit soon!
Hi, Claire!
The wonderful thing about hair today is that you do not have to be satisfied with only the hair you were born with. For what you are describing there are a great many options in extensions today and there are a wide number of price ranges that come with that. Find a qualified extensions expert in your area and get a consultation. Stylists can do amazing things with hair extensions!
I want to get a perm before school starts. My hair is dark brown, with bangs, and at least 3-5 inches below my shoulders. I would like to go with a Selena Gomez look, but there are so many choices. How can I get her hairstyles when I don’t know how to apply them to my own hair? Where can I get great products that will keep the way I want it (Walmart, salon etc.)?
Hi, Rachel!
We’re working on an answer for you—stay tuned!
Hi, Rachel!
Great idea to get a soft perm! A perm may help you gain versatility in your styling. If your hair is naturally straight, a soft body type perm will enable you to style your hair in many different ways. The important thing here is that you must know that you need to style your hair to change it up. Don’t rely on the perm itself to be the style, as it is only part of the foundation that gives you these looks. The best way to learn how to style the hair and what to use product wise is to visit a professional salon in your area. The stylists there should be able to do a complete needs analysis for you to determine what type of perm and haircut is best for your desired results, as well as educate you on the proper products and their use.
(PS…Keep your eyes open for our new issue on sale the first week in August, you will have a pleasant surprise!)
I wanna get a perm so I don’t have to do my hair everyday is this a good idea? And do I have to use and products on it? What’s the best kind of perm to get wavy or curly and how do I get my hairstylist to do it the way I want?
Hi, Kelsey!
We’re checking with our experts and will get back to you soon.
Hi, Kelsey!
Perms are a wonderful tool for giving your hair a change, but some stylists won’t recommend getting one if you expect the perm to BE the style and not have to do anything to the hair. A modern perm will give your hair the body and hold you are seeking, but you should also take care of the hair and maintain the perm. Use leave-in conditioner and curl-enhancing products if you want to wear the curl “natural.” If you communicate your desires for your curl to your haircare professional, this could be a fun change for you!
I absolutely live kourtney kardashians curly and wavy log hair styles how can I get my hair like that and what products are the best to use? Is there a website I can look off of for how to do her tutorials?!
thanks so much
kelsey
Hi Kelsey:
Check out our September issue with Lauren Conrad on cover; on sale now! We feature exclusive interviews with Kim and all the Kardashians!
I love how long my hair is, because I can do so much with it when it’s long and not short. I can curl it, straighten it, just do whatever. I love looking at different hairstyles here on SHG!
Thanks for the love, Rachel! Don’t forget to check out the new issue of Sophisticate’s—on sale now!
because if i didn’t i would look like a boy
Hi, Tara!
There are plenty of fun, flirty, feminine looks for short hair. Check out the February 2011 issue of SHG (with Christina Aguilera on the cover!) and flip to the feature titled “Short Cuts” to see some our favorite celebs’ gorgeous cropped coifs
I have long hair, and i love it! I have layers and straight bangs. Sometimes my hair can get wavy and I want to straighten it or curl it, but my hair is thick and healthy and i dont want to damage it!!…Would u suggest me to use a blow dryer or flat/curling iron? i feel like if i start using a blow dryer or flat/curling iron i will attach to it! then a lot of heat would damage my hair
Hi, Marlene!
The only way heat styling is damaging to your hair is if you do it too much. It’s all about moderation. Try using a flat iron or blow-drying your hair every couple of days. And as long as you stick to a regular cleansing and conditioning routine, you’ll be able to maintain the health of your hair.
Hi Marlene!
Another great way is to use a straightening cream with heat protector. I found mine at a popular shop. Look around, hope this helped!