Nothing can boost your confidence like a fresh, flirty hairstyle—a new ‘do can even take years off of your face! That being said, the wrong haircut can tank your self-esteem and instantly age you. That’s why it’s important to ensure you’re choosing a style that will be the most flattering for your face. While the haircut that will look best on you comes down to your specific facial features and face shape, there are a few universal hairstyle rules that every woman can follow.
To learn more about the most flattering haircuts for women over 50, read Gina’s tips about two styles you may want to steer clear of if you want to maintain a youthful look here!
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Total Beauty | The Mistakes Celebrity Hairstylists Wish We Would Stop Making
We often consider our hairstylists close confidants. But are there things they aren’t telling us? Yes! While some tips might be easier to share, like how to best shampoo locks, others are a bit more sensitive–like when a client has Shirley Temple hair and can’t understand why she’s not able to transition to Gwyneth Paltrow straight strands with ease.
Keep reading for a look at the hair mistakes and no-nos celebrity hairstylists wish clients would cut out, here!
SheFinds | 3 Super-Flattering Hairstyles For Women Over 50, According To Experts
Read on for tips and suggestions from Gina Rivera, celebrity hairstylist and Founder of Phenix Salon Suites, on 3 classic haircuts for anyone over 50 that are no less trendy, stylish or gorgeous and are designed to enhance your features, here!
Byrdie | 30 Ways to Wear the Silver Balayage Hair Color Trend
Silver balayage works on all hair types—the balayage color technique, in fact, has always been popular for curly, coily, sleek hair and beyond, because the dark-to-light effect is easy to wear and maintain. Read Gina’s advice on 30 silver balayage hairstyles that are as good as gold here!
Gina’s Tip of the Week – How to Combat Frizzy Hair
Frizzy hair can be one of the most challenging hair situations that we deal with. Here’s my Tip of the Week for combating the frizzies:
- Start with a terrific professional wetline. Hint: This is always where your hair care should start.
- Select a professional wetline based on its ingredients and its ability to provide proper nutrients, soften, and smooth the hair.
- Always go with a shampoo that is sulfate free.
- Make sure to select a wetline that is packed with items such as biotin, collagen and vitamins. I recommend Pure BioGen Complex by Gina.
- Always select hot tools that utilize infrared technology because they lock the moisture into the hair.
15 Best Leave-In Conditioner Formulas for All-Day Hydration
When it comes to building a solid hair-care routine, there’s no easier way to level up your hair game than with the best leave-in conditioner. Unlike traditional rinse-out formulas, these leave-in versions offer an extra dose of conditioning to help detangle, nix frizzy hair and flyaways, resist split ends, protect against heat damage and breakage, and address a multitude of other hair needs.
The main difference between rinse-out versus leave-in conditioners is the latter’s long-term perks, says Clint Wilson, cofounder of and stylist at Salon SCK in New York City. “A leave-in conditioner continues nourishing and protecting the hair throughout the day, while a regular conditioner stops working and actually needs to be rinsed out to prevent your hair from becoming greasy,” he explains. Plus, leave-in formulas tend to be more multitasking than their in-shower counterparts, offering a host of targeted benefits, such as defining wavy hair, protecting color-treated hair, or prepping for a blow-dry (or any kind of heat styling).
Their usage may vary too. Although leave-in conditioners are usually applied to wet or damp hair, some can be applied to dry hair, depending on your hair type. For example, says Wilson, “If you have naturally curly hair and want to refresh your hairstyle the next day without washing, using a leave-in conditioner is a great way to revitalize your style.”
For wash day, you can either use a leave-in conditioner after your usual wash-out conditioner——or if you’re short on time, skip one, says Wilson, who suggests you keep the leave-in version. However, the amount of product you use depends on your hair type; someone with fine hair should use a smaller amount, since too much product can leave the hair feeling heavy.
Speaking of: If your hair leans fine, Shelly Aguirre, a stylist at Maxine Salon in Chicago, recommends using a leave-in conditioner spray. “That way you concentrate on the ends so you don’t weigh the hair down from the scalp,” she says. She also suggests skipping it for a few days if you notice that your hair feels limp, which could be from the weight from product buildup. (If that’s the case, consider avoiding formulas that contain silicones, since these can contribute to buildup.)
Clearly, not all leave-in conditioners are created equal. Keep scrolling for 15 of our favorite leave-in conditioners, along with a slew of expert product recommendations.
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