Roz Mackay

Roz Mackay

Urbanity the Hair Salon

Thursday, June 3, 2010

Rainy Days

   Rain, Rain, Go Away... Come again another day!!


   I do not know about you but when I wake up in the morning and flat iron my hair... the last thing I want to see outside a few hours later is MIST!!!! Or any of its accompanied moisture friends. I have decided to start off my blog talking about the trials and tribulations of having curly hair.

    The first thing I can recommend is to always be prepared and check the daily weather forecast. On days when I know its going to rain I usually try and leave my hair as natural as possible. If you have curly hair like I do then it is important to use a good product that will attract moisture. This will leave your curls smooth and defined. But most of all... no frizzies!!


Products that I recommend are:


KEVIN MURPHY Leave-In.Luxury- Silk proteins soften frizzy, grey and dehydrated hair while mango butter and extracts of Peruvian Bark moisturize and protect normal and color treated hair. I like to use a small amount of this product... a blob the size of a nickel and massage it through my hair when it is wet. BEWARE a little goes a long way, too much and your hair will feel greasy!


KEVIN MURPHY Hair.Resort- An oil free texturizer that creates a messy beachy look that defines long and fine hair. I use this as a curl enhancer applied to wet hair. Apply to dry hair to add body and texture for all hair types. I also like to rub the product into my roots for more oomph! LOVE the surfer look this product gives.


  Key Ingredients...


Honey Extract (Mel)
A natural emollient that seals in moisture and softens the hair to add flexibility.


Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Extract
Promotes hair growth and is cellular regenerative. It also provides beneficial treatment for oily skin and hair.


Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil
Helps lock down the cuticle for natural shine. Antioxidant vitamins A and C protect against stress :)


Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
Balances sebum production.


Melaleuca Alternfolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract
Helps to penetrate the scalp to relieve dry, flaky skin, promoting long, healthy, shiny hair.


www.urbanitysalon.ca
www.kevinmurphy.com


If you prefer hair with maximum definition and shine, not a messy surfer girl look use...


AVEDA Brilliant Humectant Pomade- Attracts moisture to eliminate frizz completely and adds a luminous shine to the hair. Enhances and activates curl and is especially effective in dry climates i.e. malls, airplanes, heated or air conditioned environments. This is one of the best finishing products I've used with curly hair and the smell is to die for! Just scrunch into dry hair or twist into individual curls... again, a little goes a long way :)


Key Ingredients...


Aloe
Possessed of strong soothing properties, this desert succulent is a source of moisture.


Flax
One of the oldest plants in cultivation. Flax seeds yield an extract that is a natural holding agent.


www.aveda.com


 HANDY TIPS!!!
  • Less touching means less frizz and nicer curls!
  • Use a comb and fingers, not a brush 
  •  Apply desired product, tip your head upside down and scrunch
  • Separate individual curls that are not cooperating and twist them around your finger clock and counter clock wise. Do this because it creates definition and no curl is ever uniform
  •  If diffusing (which I suggest) only dry your hair 80%... anything after that will only irritate the cuticle and create fluff and frizz
  • Blow dry on a low, warm setting. Curls are sensitive so don't blast them with the dryer
  •  Most important, don't fight with it!! Crazy curls and big hair are supposed to be fun :) At least you will be able to stand out and show off your hair, not hide under that umbrella or hood! 

 If you would like to book an appointment or consultation with me please go to www.urbanitysalon.ca or call 902/446.4100.

1 comment:

  1. So glad you made a blog! And now I have concrete instructions on maintaining my curls. Perfecto :)

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