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Well + Good | If Aerosol Dry Shampoo Is Giving You the Ick, Here Are 8 Non-Aerosol Dry Shampoos That Professional Hairstylists Swear By

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Unlike their aerosol counterparts, non-aerosol dry shampoos typically come in the form of a loose powder or paste that can be sprinkled or puffed onto the roots of hair to absorb oil and sweat. Not only do non-aerosol dry shampoos absorb oil even better than the aerosol sprays do, they also boost hair’s volume (a huge selling point for folks with fine strands) and are easier to travel with. Not too shabby, right?

As with most beauty products, some brands and products stand out from the rest. Professional hairstylists were consulted here for their favorite non-aerosol dry shampoos on the market that are guaranteed to give you all the style, without the spray. Read on for Gina’s recommendations!

Prose | Hair Slugging: What is it & Does it Work?

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If you’ve been on beauty TikTok lately, then you’re likely well acquainted with the magical powers of hair slugging. Pegged as the haircare counterpart of skincare (skin slugging, anyone?), this beauty trend has found popularity among millions of app users — and with good reason. Keep reading to learn more about hair slugging, including answers to frequently asked questions that will help you achieve your best hair ever, on repeat.

SheFinds | Colorists Say You Should Avoid These Hair Color Mistakes At All Costs—They Age You Instantly!

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Finding the best hair colors for your skin tone can be exciting, as is a trip to the salon for a fresh turn-of-the-season style. Read on for insight and advice from Gina for tips on what hair colors and dyes to avoid over 40 for a more youthful look, and other helpful tips to keep in mind before heading to the salon.

SheFinds | 3 Sleek, Chic Haircuts That Are Perfect For Women Over 40–They Take Years Off Your Look!

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If your goal is to emphasize your best features and bring a youthful exuberance to your next haircut, we’ve got you covered! We checked in with professional hair stylists and experts for three classic, timeless and super-trendy haircuts that won’t look dated for anyone over 40. Read on for tips, suggestions and insight from Gina here!

Sunday Edit | The 9 Worst Things You Can Do for Your Hair

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Since the dawn of time, hair has been considered a staple of good health, beauty, and overall wellness, so it’s no surprise if you’re feeling a little lackluster when you’re having a bad hair day, week, month, or year. Hair drapes our faces and is something that we inevitably have to deal with in some way, shape, or form every day. It can also be something that we take great pride in, not to mention put a lot of effort towards, so it’s no surprise if you’re spending hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars each year on hair care and maintenance. 

Even though hair is technically dead skin cells (yep!), it still can and should be taken care of and maintained. Think of the scalp as an extension of the face — it’s where the living part of the hair is. For this reason, scalp care is paramount, and recommends daily scalp cleansing (shampooing) to remove dirt, sebum, and mineral buildup — something very few of us actually do. Additionally, ultraviolet (UV), or sun, protection of the scalp, especially for those with thinning hair (both men and women) is important.

Unfortunately, many of the day-to-day habits that are incorporated into our lifestyle can sabotage the health of our hair. This can not only make it more challenging to actually achieve the results that we’re looking for, but also cause serious damage to your hair along the way. Read on for some of the worst things that people do to their hair — and what is recommended instead.

Glam | If You Have Fine Hair, This Could Be The Haircut For You

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One of the hallmarks of having fine hair is a lack of volume. ‘Fine hair’ is defined as hair with a small diameter. Fine hair simply means that the hair strand itself is small, meaning that it can lack the appearance of volume and thickness. That is why choosing the right haircut to suit fine hair is essential if you want to create volume and bounce.

While it is true that one can choose any hairstyle they want, there are certain haircuts that will emphasize a lack of volume and thickness. If that is not your goal, then experts will recommend styles that will either hide these features, or create looks that can create an illusion of thickness and bounce.

Regardless, these newest haircut trends are the perfect place to look for inspiration if you want to turn your fine hair into a voluminous look you’ll love!