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Hairstyles for the new Mum on the go!

by Tuesday, August 6, 2013
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So after last week's post on hair care tips for new mums (you can read it here), we've put together a gallery of hair style inspiration. These styles are great for keeping hair out of the way (especially come feeding time!) yet they're stylish enough if you're heading out too. Pinning back the front sections of hair is our first tip, as you can still have your hair down but without any pesky sections at the front falling down. Or try a top knot or bun with braids to keep it well and truly out the way - this is ideal if ...

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Hair Care Tips for New Mums

by Tuesday, July 30, 2013
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Image from http://uk.lifestyle.yahoo.com/kate-middleton-s-royal-baby-post-bump-is-a-boost-of-confidence-for-new-mums-everywhere-100556057.html I'm sure most of you will have seen some of the photographs of Kate Middleton leaving hospital last week with the Royal baby, and judging by this picture it's no wonder everyone is in love with her hair! Many women struggle with their hair care post pregnancy due to a combination of changes in hormones (which often affect the hair), and the little time they have to pamper themselves! So we've put together a guide that includes our top tips on hair care post pregnancy, plus a couple of styles that are ideal when time is precious.         Top Tips 1. Mums ...

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Tutorial: Blake Lively’s Tousled Ponytail

by Thursday, July 25, 2013
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Tools needed: 2 hair ties/bobbles clip in hair extensions (3 pieces) backcombing brush or comb salt spray hair spray tongs/hair straighteners bobby pins Step 1: Blake's hair is always super long and extra thick so for this style we are using 3 pieces of clip in hair extensions (3 clips per piece). Start by creating a small ponytail at the height where you would like the ponytail to be. Make sure there is hair left all around the ponytail as this will hide the hair extensions. Step 2: Take the first piece of clip in hair extensions and clip around the base of the small ponytail. Continue with the other ...

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Beach Waves and a Fishtail Plait

by Thursday, July 11, 2013
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Image from: https://www.obaz.com/lookbook/11818 Our favourite summer hair styles have to be beach waves and fishtail braids, so we absolutely loved this style we came across on Pinterest combining the two! To get the look, create a beach wave effect in your hair. To do this, spray some salt spray concentrating on the ends of the hair and scrunch the hair up with your hands. Some people prefer to spray this on dry hair, while others prefer to spray on damp hair and let it dry naturally so it all depends on what works best on your hair. Once dried, try not to ...

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Wedding guest hair

by Friday, June 28, 2013
Hair Care Tips for New Mums

Lately we've had a lot of questions about what styles are good for weddings (as a guest) so we've put together some ideas that will go with various outfits. This summer, it's all about a laid back look - think boho waves and face framing bangs.   For a laid back up-do, plaits (braids) are perfect. Try curling hair first to create texture before plaiting, and pin up loosely letting pieces fall out for a gorgeous ethereal look.

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Festival Hair

by Friday, June 21, 2013

We all know that when we're off to a festival, we still plan outfits and hair. And with the ability to wash hair being limited at festivals, we're already thinking about which hairstyles we're going to create for the freshly washed hair, and for the 2 day old hair.    We love the boho waves for the first day. Add something extra with a waterfall braid and if you want long hair just add in some clip in hair extensions!Get the look by using a salt spray and for a 2nd day style for the boho waves, try wrapping hair around ...

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Frankie Sandford’s Hair Extensions

by Friday, June 14, 2013

We love Frankie Sandford's new hair style. The long chocolate locks and side sweeping fringe suits her perfectly! Want to get the look yourself?We've put together our favourite products to recreate Frankie's style, from her gorgeous smooth curls, to her dramatic eyes and nude lip. Check it out our Get The Look: Frankie Sandford.

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Summer Essentials

by Tuesday, June 4, 2013

We're already thinking about summer holiday at Hairtrade, and the first thing on our mind is which hair products to pack!So to help you out, here are our summer essentials! We've picked our favourite miniature products so there's more room for clothes in the suitcase!Daily washing: After a day in the sun with chlorine, salt water and sun tan lotion, I always wash my hair. Having coloured hair means I need something with colour protection too - These Paul Mitchell Color Protect Daily Shampoo and Conditioner are ideal for on holiday as it cleanses color-treated hair, moisturizes, strengthens and boosts ...

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Hair Inspiration: Cheryl Cole at Cannes

by Friday, May 31, 2013

We loved Cheryl Cole's messy take on the French plait so here's a step by step guide on how to get the look at home!STEP 1Add volume to the roots with a volumizing root booster spray.  When drying hair, aim the heat at the roots to create natural volume and when styling, backcomb the front section of the hair and smooth the top layer over with a brush.STEP 2The main thing to remember for Cheryl's take on the French plait is messy and long. Before styling the plait, curl or wave your hair first to give extra texture so that ...

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Holiday Hair Care

by Friday, May 24, 2013

We all know the sun can play havoc with our locks - whether the sea water makes your hair dry, or the sun turns your beautiful locks a shade of not so beautiful yellow.So on your next holiday, give your hair a little TLC with Goldwell's new sun range.The new Goldwell Dualsenses Sun range has four key products to keep hair healthy in the sun – an after-sun hair and body shampoo, an after-Sun 60sec treatment, a leave-in protect shimmer gel and lastly, a leave-in protect spray.The After-sun shampoo offers protection and regeneration for sun-stressed hair. It has a specially ...

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