Hair Jewelry to Finish Your Style

When you were little, you probably rocked barrettes, bows, beads, or "bo-bos" in your hair at least once. Then somewhere along the way, you decided you were too old for that stuff. NEWSFLASH! You're never too old for a hot hair accessory! It's just a matter of upgrading from barrettes to jewelry. Let's look at some fabulous options that can really set off a fresh hairstyle.

Beads- Beads are still a viable option in adulthood. Just try for a wooden or metal look as opposed to the classic plastic pony bead.
Hair combs- These don't just help with styling, they can be fashionable too. There are some great bejeweled and floral options. You can even find sets connected with beautiful chains for an upscale style.

Head chains- These are popular for wedding styles and other formal occasions, but we see no reason not to rock a crown daily. Go ahead and accessorize your inner queen!
Loc charms- These are great for locs or braided styles. And there are so many options in the world! You're guaranteed to find something you like. Just hop on Pinterest.

What is your go-to hair accessory? And what's a new one you'd like to add to your arsenal? Show us how creative you can be!

A Few Ways to Style Your Tapered Cut

The tapered cut is increasingly popular as the weather heats up, and as more people wear it, more style options are needed to stay looking fresh. We've found some great video tutorials to give you an idea what you can do with this versatile cut. Take a look, then share with us your favorite styling technique.

And just in case you want to try the tapered cut style without actually cutting your hair, try this:

Feel free to post your successful tapered selfies to our Facebook page! We love to see your beautiful faces! (And hair)

A Beginner's Guide to Natural Hair Extensions

This week's blog comes courtesy Design Essentials, a premium line of salon-grade hair care products. It was so informative, we just had to share.

A Beginner's Guide to Natural Hair Extensions

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Protective Styles for Summer Activities

Summer in South Florida is no joke. Sea, sun, and fun can come at a price when it comes to your hair. Protective styling is the key to surviving the summer without frying your strands. Let's look at some styles that can stand up to swimming, sand, and endless amounts of sunshine.

1. Box braids- Keep the styling versatility of loose hair while protecting your hair from the elements. The style takes some time to install, but lasts for over a month with proper care. The best part is, you still have access to your scalp for washing, moisturizing, and just letting your hair breathe.
2. Crochet braids- This style keeps even more of your hair tucked away from the elements, and allows you the opportunity to wear whatever texture, color, and style you can imagine without  making ANY permanent changes to your own hair. it's more secure than a wig, but less restrictive to your real hair than a sew-in.
3. Updo- For maximum ventilation, an updo keeps your hair off of your neck and out of your face. There are so many options that you should never have trouble finding a style you like.
4. Twists- Twists are great! They can be done with or without adding hair in, and the installation and take down are both faster than braided styles.
5. Sew-ins- This is the ultimate in protective styling. Your hair is totally hidden away in favor of the weave installation of your choice. Different techniques allow for different varieties of styling, so consult your stylist for the best options for your summer lifestyle.