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21 May 2021

Hair thinning / Hair loss? Get to the root of the problem!

What are the common causes of hair loss in women?

Nobody likes losing their hair, but most of us will experience some degree of hair loss during the course of our lives. Here is your basic guide to hair loss, diagnostic criteria and treatment options.

What causes hair loss?

Hair style: Your style of hair can cause hair loss when your hair is arranged in ways that pull on your roots, like tight ponytails, braids, or corn rows. This type of hair loss is called traction alopecia. If hair follicles are damaged, the loss can be permanent.
Vitamin deficiency.
Dieting (rapid weight loss).
Restrictive diets.
Over processed scalp hair (breakage).

What causes anagen effluvium hair loss?

Toxic substances, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy and some medications. These cause sudden hair loss that can occur anywhere on your body. It happens to hair in the growth stage. Sometimes, this type of hair loss can be permanent if your hair follicles are damaged.

What causes telogen effluvium hair loss?

Extreme physical stress or shock to your body: This causes temporary hair loss. This category includes events like losing a lot of weight, surgery, anemia, illness and having a baby.
Extreme emotional stress: mental illness, the death of a loved one, etc.
An abnormal thyroid.
Medications and supplements: blood pressure medicines, gout medicines and high doses of Vitamin A.
Hormone changes caused by pregnancy, menopause or birth control pills.

What causes FPHL (Female Pattern Hair Loss)?

Genes: Your family’s genes can cause thinning of hair along the top of your head.
Aging: Hormone changes as you age can cause balding.
Menopause: This type of hair loss often gets worse when estrogen is lost during menopause.

There are also some conditions that affect hair loss:

Alopecia areata is an autoimmune skin disease that causes patchy hair loss on your head and possibly other places on your body. It’s usually not permanent.

Hair may fall out while washing or brushing or even fall out with no encouragement at all. This disorder is called Telogen effluvium and the good news is that you can regrow your hair without drugs.

How to Regrow Hair without drugs

Avoid drugs that can regrow hair, instead you’re better of addressing the underlying cause of hair loss and treat it naturally.

1.) Manage stress, by trying to calm your nervous system. Try simple natural meditation techniques to promote high level health and wellness, get more sleep & exercise.

2.) Balance your thyroid hormones, by easing stress to help hormones stay in balance. Eat well and have a nutritional diet which emphasises healthy fats.

3.) Decrease inflammation with nutrients of colourful rich veggies and avoid sugar and simple carbs.

4.) Prepare the skin for the subsequent treatments with two functions: skin renewal and purifying action. We recommend using INSIGHT REBALANCING Scalp Exfoliating Cream, which aims to clear the scalp from dead cells, residues of technical products and impurities, reactivating the microcirculation and prepares the skin for treatment. If you suspect to have dandruff, we also recommend treating your hair with INSIGHT ANTI DANDRUFF Purifying Treatment, to counteract the dandruff and soothe the scalp irritations to prepare the scalp for further treatments. Treat and prevent all causes of hair loss with a concentrate of plant extracts – Action line hair loss treatment with keratin.

5.) Introduce a healthy daily routine, starting with organic hair care products, try INSIGHT LOSS CONTROL Shampoo & Fortifying Treatment packed with organic extracts, including horse chestnut to help strengthen and condition the hair growth, specially formulated for people with weak hair, suffering from hair loss & thinning hair.

27 April 2021

Thoughtful Self-Care & Wellness Gifts

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Mums have always done it all. That’s why trying to pick out the perfect Mother’s Day gift can be extra tough every year. What can you gift to someone who deserves so much more than a day, more than just a greeting card, someone who deserves the world? Talk about pressure! One of the best things that you can give mums on their special day is a bit of time for self care – give the mums in your life the power to treat themselves. Yes, we’re talking about self-care products.

For some, self-care revolves around your favourite Netflix show, or bubble baths & face masks. For others, it involves the outdoors of soaking up the fresh air in nature. No matter how you or your loved ones define it, these wellness gifts will make it easier to practice self-care on a regular basis.

Here at L&F HAIR & Beauty we’re all about taking some time out for yourself. Whether you want to help your mum splash out on a day of self-pampering or you’re looking for something that’ll make her day – to day a little more luxe. We’ve got you covered with our top-notch picks to help mum take a real break and care for their hair & skin with some luxe haircare/skincare products to give her a luxury experience she deserves to help her rest & recharge.

1.) Don’t give her more problems -choose something you already know she loves

Mum’s don’t like having to make decisions, so don’t pick a gift that forces her to do so. You can’t go wrong when you buy something you know she’d choose for herself, such as her favourite hair or skin care product or an essential hair tool she has always wanted.

2.) Give gifts that keep on giving?

Give something useful, mums value a useful item more if they receive it as a gift than if they buy it for themselves because novelty wears off but sentimentality doesn’t. Give mum the power to treat themselves. Yes we’re talking about self-care products. Create your own gift pack. Put together her favourite organic haircare products, hair & beauty tools – add a bow and your done!

3.) Give Practical Gifts, not bedazzlement factor

Sometimes our choices in gifts tend to be selfish. We want the glory of being great gift-givers, so we buy presents with a maximum bedazzlement factor. Flashy flowers, for example. The problem is the flash fades away and the gift-receiver is left to deal with what’s left. To be selfless, a better strategy for how to pick gifts is to buy practical presents that last. For example, most of our Hair & Skin Care Products are made of Recyclable PCR Plastic bottles/jars & not only maintains, repairs & protects hair over an extended period of time, but once empty, can be repurposed into a gorgeous planter jar/bottle!⁣ You may get fewer bedazzlement benefits, but mum will get continuous rewards and this outweighs the one-time hit of a flashy gift.

Check out our LF website for gorgeous beauty necessities that will prove to be very useful in her day to day life. From various hair type ranges to our skin care collection; these beauty products are perfect for Mum’s who love anything natural & organic or practical with our make-up bags to manicure sets, to electrical hair tools; these handy products are perfect for Mum’s-on -the-go.

4.) Give her time to herself

Time is more valuable than money. You can always get more money, but you can’t get more time. Finding time to get glamorous when you have kids can be a challenge. Sometimes a real shower to wash her hair isn’t even in the cards. But because we firmly believe beauty makes you feel good on the inside, it’s worth finding ways to get the job done against all odds. From overnight treatments to do-it-all products, we have a wide selection of hair & beauty products to choose from. A great one is to give mum a day off. Do the laundry, dishes, mop the floors, cook dinner, and let her relax with a wine, face mask, hair treatment, good book and her feet up!

5.) Deliver a gift from the heart & make it extra special with how you give it

Make it personal and include a little bit of yourself. Sometimes it’s the simplest gifts that mean the most. You’re never to old to create a piece of art, handmade card or letter that tells mum how you feel about her. Perhaps share a collection of old photos that bring back happy memories or new photos of your children are always wonderfully heartfelt and treasured.

These should be enough to help you come up with a couple of great gift ideas. There’s always a bit of pressure in choosing the perfect gift for your mum. Knowing what gifts mum will enjoy most will depend on how well you know her taste. The gifts that mean the most are always the one’s that require a little effort.

2 October 2020

How to Tame & Prevent Frizzy Hair!

Frizziness is caused by dry hair that lacks moisture. Ironically, humidity and wet weather tends to make frizzy hair worse.
That’s because dry hair tries to absorb moisture out of the air, causing each hair’s cuticle, or outer layer, to swell up, instead of lying flat. The cuticle comprises overlapping scales, which separate and rise in moist air makes hair look frizzy.

Anything that dries out hair can make frizz worse. This includes shampoos that are alkaline, and products, such as styling gels, that contain alcohol. Styling tools that use heat can also dry out hair, making frizz erupt. The products you choose can make or break frizz. Always look for hair care products that contain beneficial ingredients, and avoid those that contain alcohol or harsh cleansers, such as sodium lauryl sulfate.

If you want to achieve a smoother look to your locks, there are home remedies that can restore moisture to help reduce frizz. Another major no-no is going to bed with wet hair. Hair is most fragile when it is wet. It can get frizzy quickly and break easily.

If you want to achieve a smoother look to your locks, there are home remedies and products that can restore moisture to help reduce frizz. The added benefit is that increased moisture can also help improve hair health.

Luckily, there are a few simple things you can do that can prevent your hair from getting frizzy. Keep reading to find out what you need to do.

1.) Start with a good haircut

If you haven’t been to the hairdressers for several years, or aren’t looking after your hair all that well, split ends can make your tresses look and feel dry and damaged. Split ends occur the longer hair goes without having a trim because hair gets thinner it gets towards the ends, and the dryer it becomes, that’s when the hair shaft starts to split.

Giveaway signs include frizzy and fluffy ends that are hard to smooth out. While the only way to get rid of split ends is to cut them off, fortunately there are things you can do at home (which don’t require scissors) that can at least help minimise the risk.

2.) Turn down the temperature

If you think that water temperature isn’t important, think again because it actually is. If you learn how to use water of different temperatures to your favour, then it may really benefit your hair. Hot water can make your hair easy to break and weaken the hair roots. Rinse your hair with cool temperature water for the final rinse.

COLD WATER final rinse…

It makes your hair shinier and saves you from frizz. Rinsing your hair with cold water helps with closing your cuticle after your hair is washed. Open cuticle is good while shampooing or conditioning your hair but after you’re done, you want to seal the cuticle, so that your hair doesn’t get damaged too easily. If you use cold water for your final rinse then there’s a much better chance that your hair will stay shiny, healthy and frizz-free for a longer period of time.

It makes your scalp cleaner Just like with closing the hair cuticle, cold water also shuts your pores. Both things are really similar actually – you want open pores when washing hair but closed pores after you’ve finished. It’s because closed pores are much less vulnerable than open ones. What it means is that by rinsing your hair with cold water you protect the scalp pores from things like dirt, grease and oil. If your pores are sealed then you are also much less likely to be suffering from hair shedding.
It improves the blood circulation to your scalp When you’re cold your blood moves faster and your capillaries widen to warm you up. That way your scalp and hair roots get all the valuable nutrients they need to stay healthy. Another thing to mention here is that poor blood circulation can contribute to causing hair loss. You don’t want that, do you?

3.) Choose a Sulfate-free Shampoo

When selecting a shampoo, look for products with glycerin listed. Glycerin helps combat frizz by penetrating the hair and hydrating it from the inside out. It is also a great humectant, meaning it absorbs that extra moisture in the air, creating a protective coating and keeping moisture trapped in. In addition to glycerin, ensure the shampoo you’re using is sulfate-free to help maintain the hair’s natural oil levels leaving the hair with more moisture. One of our favourite Sulfate-free Shampoo & Conditioner’s for frizzy hair is the INSIGHT AntiFrizz range, which are all formulated without Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and Sodium Laureth Sulfate, which are considered aggressive and potentially irritating surfactants. Instead INSIGHT choose to use a gentler cleansing agent, derived from coconut. Using a more dermo-compatible cleansing product means protecting scalp health and balance over time.

4. Moisturise hair weekly with a Hair Mask

Applying a hair mask once a week can improve your hair texture drastically. Healthy and moisturised hair is less likely to frizz, so along with regular conditioning, try a weekly hair mask or deep conditioning. Hair masks will hydrate and smooth your dry cuticles, leaving your locks silky and soft. Some of the most effective ingredients that can transform your hair texture within a few weeks by using organic ingredients formulated with rich organic extracts and natural oils. We recommend to apply INSIGHT Anti Frizz Hydrating Mask to wet hair, distributing evenly and leaving it on for 3 – 5 minutes.

5.) Use hot tools less

Heat styling tools like blowdryers, straighteners, and curling irons can take a toll on your delicate locks. It can dry out your hair, which then leads to tangling. To avoid this, use the tools on low to medium heat settings. You can further avoid damage by applying a heat protectant before heat styling your hair. Dry your hair gently with towel. Instead of wrapping, twisting, or rubbing your hair, gently squeeze it with a microfiber towel to get out the excess moisture. If you need to blow dry your hair, when you dry your hair, put it on the cool setting & hold-distance it away to protect hair. That mysterious COOL Shot Button on your hairdryer helps seal the hair cuticle, setting the final look for long-lasting hold and adds shine. When your hair is about 80 percent dry, switch over to the cool shot. Cool shot is also great to lock in curls and to get more volume at the crown. Hot air expedites the drying process and actually forms whatever style you’re going for–whether it’s sleek and straight or bouncy and curly. Cold air, however, seals the cuticles of your hair, which sets your style in place and adds shine.

All our experts agree that a quality blow dryer is worth the investment. Your hair won’t look like you just got a professional blowout without a salon blow dryer. A well-made, powerful dryer cuts drying time in half. Here is one of our favourites: Parlux 3200 Ionic & Ceramic Edition Compact Hair Dryer. Compact professional hairdryer which produces frizz-free, high-gloss results on all hair types. This hairdryer emits negative ions, which reduces static electricity and stress on the hair and this means healthier hair. The hair dries faster as the water molecules are broken down into micro-molecules. Moisture can then easily penetrate the hair shaft, leaving it moisturised and looking soft and shiny.

6. Oil Your Hair Regularly

Yes, everyone needs oil. Applying oil to the hair is vital in keeping the strands and ends healthy. Also, it is a quick way to deal with frizz and add instant shine.

Curly hair is prone to knotting for two reasons: it is prone to dryness, and the strand’s diameter is inconsistent. To address dryness, you should use products containing nourishing oils. If you are skeptical about using oil in fear that it might make your hair look too greasy, look for specialised formula that will moisturise hair without weighing it down or looking greasy- even those of us with baby fine hair. And there are formulas that won’t make hair look greasy, we love INSIGHT STYLING OIL NON OIL It’s not an oily oil, but a luxurious moisturising oil that won’t weigh your hair down, which can be applied to wet or dry hair, adds Volume, Elasticity & Eliminates Frizz.

7.) Use a boar bristle Wet brush

A staple to keep in your collection is a Wet Brush. These brushes are specifically designed to be used on wet hair, but they work great on dry hair or extensions as well! They have soft bristles that detangle without tugging on your hair, which can cause damage! Brush glides through tangles with ease. It features ultra-soft Intelli-Flex bristles with exclusive poly tips that are extremely gentle to aid in the prevention of hair loss, split ends and frizzy hair. The Wet Brush will keep your hair looking shiny, healthy and well-groomed.

8.) Care for your hair when you sleep

While cotton is a popular choice for bedding, hair can catch on cotton pillow cases as you sleep, and this can create frizz. Instead, look for a polished cotton pillow case, or a smooth fabric such as silk. Dry your hair before bed. Wet hair is more fragile and elastic, and thus more prone to breaking as it rubs against your pillow. Don’t sleep with wet hair! Brush or comb your hair gently before bed. After your hair is dry or mostly dry, comb gently from roots to ends to distribute natural oils from your scalp into the ends of your hair.

This will protect your hair by restoring oils washed away by shampoo, as well as removing tangles that may worsen as you sleep. Cover your hair with a scarf or headwrap to reduce tangles and frizz caused by motion during sleep. This will prevent breakage and maintain hair texture. Tie up long hair with a soft fabric scrunchie. You may want to tie your hair up before bed, either to prepare it for wrapping or to preserve or create waves. Never use elastic bands, as these can pull on and break your hair. Tie hair loosely with a fabric scrunchie instead.

11 August 2020

11 Hair Products/Tools Every Woman Needs

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WET BRUSH

SALON- QUALITY BLOW DRYER

Parlux 3200 Ionic & Ceramic Edition Compact Hair Dryer. Compact professional hairdryer which produces frizz-free, high-gloss results on all hair types. This hairdryer emits negative ions, which reduces static electricity and stress on the hair and this means healthier hair. The hair dries faster as the water molecules are broken down into micro-molecules. Moisture can then easily penetrate the hair shaft, leaving it moisturised and looking soft and shiny.

LEAVE IN CONDITIONER

Using a l eave-in conditioner might seem unnecessary to some but hair care experts beg to disagree. They believe that this is a crucial tool in your hair care routine because it can save time by making hair soft enough to easily detangle and style however you want. In addition, it provides more hydration into your hair for fuller locks all day long.

HEAT PROTECTION SPRAY

This is a must for women who like to use hot tools for styling. A heat protection spray is a good way to preserve the health and natural shine of your hair. Heat damage, after all, is one of the leading causes of dry and frizzy hair. The Schwarzkopf OSiS Flatliner Heat Protection Spray creates a veil over your hair, shielding every strand from the consequences of heat damage, humidity and styling tools up to 230°C. Suitable for use on damp or dry locks, the non-sticky spray works to prevent split ends and reduce breakage, leaving you with healthy-looking, super smooth strands from root to tip. Provides strong control, allowing you to create a salon-worthy finish from home.

FLAT IRON

Flat iron is a very handy tool to have around for hair care. It enables you to quickly smooth out frizz or styling your hair with some light waves. Even if you don’t straighten your hair, with the Silver Bullet Keratin 230 Titanium Standard Plate, you can smooth out frizz around your hairline or even use it to add volume and waves, creating faster curls, flick and waves.

DRY SHAMPOO

Washing your hair with shampoo on a daily basis is not recommended. Most of us don’t wash our hair every day, and most hairstylists agree that’s a good thing. And while fewer washes may mean a healthier scalp and softer ends, it also can mean greasy roots and a smelly head. Dry shampoo can be a lifesaver when you need to freshen up your hair in a pinch, which makes it a great essential to always keep on hand! However, it’s important to use dry shampoo sparingly–you want to stay away from creating too much buildup. An amazing dry shampoo from LFHair is the Joico Weekend Dry Shampoo. With oil-absorbing ingredients and volume boosters that deliver a gorgeous just-washed fullness, this timesaving spray gives you fresh, clean, velvety-soft hair ANY day of the week.

HAIR OIL

Yes, everyone needs oil. Applying oil to the hair is vital in keeping the strands and ends healthy. Also, it is a quick way to deal with frizz and add instant shine. If you are skeptical about using oil in fear that it might make your hair look too greasy, look for specialised formula that will moisturise hair without weighing it down or looking greasy- even those of us with baby fine hair. And there are formulas that won’t make hair look greasy, we love L’Oreal Professionnel Serie Expert Absolute Repair Wheat Oil Nourishing Serum It’s not an oily oil, but a luxurious moisturising oil that won’t weigh your hair down. It will actually cut your drying time down too.

CERAMIC ROUND BRUSH

Just like the blow dryer, our experts say a quality brush will give you a better final look. A great ceramic brush will speed your drying time aswell. PureOx Nano Technology ceramic & Ionic 25mm of natural boar hair plus nylon pins hold hair on the brush for effective styling while blow drying. A rubberised anti-slip design handle provides a comfortable grip for hairstyles that require a firm grip for lengthy amounts of blow drying time.

SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER

OK, this is a no brainer, but choosing the right Shampoo and Conditioner combo for your hair is essential. In order to make the most out of this hair care product, you need to focus on finding the right shampoo and conditioner for your hair type. For women with naturally fine hair, a moisturising Shampoo & Conditioner is recommended for nourishing your hair strands.

Every hair type is unique. There is an important reason why you must identify your hair type – to help you pick the right shampoo or hair care product specially formulated for that hair type. The difference lies not just in hair length or thickness as several factors can come into play. When it comes to picking the right Shampoo & Conditioner, you will find there are different formulations not just for hair type, but also for the different hair concerns. As such, you can find a Shampoo & Conditioner according to the level of damage or type of hair concern. INSIGHT Professional has an extensive range of Shampoo / Conditioner formulations to match your hair care needs, to help you create your own daily ritual of beauty and wellness.

HAIRSPRAY

Experts believe this is the last and most critical touch to styling your hair. Hairspray is a must for any kind of hairstyle. Make sure to go for a lightweight, flexible-hold formula. This way you can use it whether your hair is down and loose or slicked into an updo. A great MEDIUM HOLD Hairspray is INSIGHT STYLING STRONG HOLD ECOSPRAY, it’s available in two strengths but it comes in two amazing smells (peach or wild rose with passion fruit) AND it’s pump action and therefore made without gas making it eco-friendly; making it one of our most popular products on the shelves.⁣⁠

CURLING IRON

If you don’t have natural waves or ringlets and ever want to wear your hair in curls, this tool is pretty much a must. One Curler, Three Ways Silver Bullet Celebrity Curls 3 in 1 Genius Curling Iron – an innovative device that features three titanium infused curling attachments! The 25mm curling iron attachment creates big classic curls and brushed out waves; the 19mm-25mm conical attachment crafts loose, undone movement; and the 9mm-19mm conical attachment styles tight, bouncy curls. Each curling attachment slots easily into the handy barrel, with a 360° swivel power cord and LCD temperature display. Dual voltage makes the Silver Bullet Celebrity Curls 3 in 1 Genius Curling Iron the ideal travel accessory, while adjustable heat up to 230°C suits all hair textures from fine to coiled!

15 May 2020

Picking your Best Colours for your Skin Tone!

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A new season calls for a hair colour change-up! If you’re looking to colour your hair just in time for Autumn/Winter, choose Colours that compliment and mesh with the seasons, and not all colour changes need to be extreme, added hints and hues go far. Your colour should mimic the hues around you —Autumn… falling Yellow and Orange leaves, crisp Colourful sunrises and potent afternoon shades. And so, choosing bronzed Colours with Golden, Copper and Red hues that refill a worn out summer colour and top up your Hair Colours intensity are key.

Your first instinct may be to choose warmer hues or even a bold change from light to brunette, but there are plenty of options in between for Autumn/Winter designed to suit every hair type and shade.

As soon as we feel that slightest chill in the air – many of us get the urge to change our hair colour. Yes, seasonal Hair Colouring is a thing and we think it’s about time more people embraced it like they do their new seasons wardrobe. Perhaps the falling leaves have got you thinking about going red? Or the darker evenings have you lusting after shiny brunette shades?

Colour matching is not a science, but people often get it wrong. Colour theory should never be about what colours you can and can’t wear – it’s more about selecting the shade that will best flatter your complexion. Hair & fashion colour rules are mere guidelines, so you don’t have to worry about taking your hair colour to extremes and following the strict colouring guidelines, carrying swatches of your best colours along to the shops & salons!

This guide provides suggestions which are not set in stone – while wearing colours that flatter your complexion is always handy, style is a form of self-expression. Remember, the best way to look good, is to pick the best colours for your complexion that make you feel beautiful.

We love Autumn/Winter! Embellished booties, shearling-trimmed bags, tights, statement knitwear and bright statement coats galore, – there’s just so much more to have fun with. And Autumn/Winter hairstyles are just another great way to embrace the season. What’s a season change without a colour refresh? Autumn/Winter hair is so much more than just transitioning from light to dark, but the time to revel in seasonal colours. Here are our favourite, upcoming trends for the new season, inspired by Oscar Oscar Salons.

AUTUMN/WINTER HAIR TRENDS

What’s a season change without a colour refresh? Autumn/Winter hair is so much more than just transitioning from light to dark, but the time to revel in seasonal colours. Here are our favourite, upcoming trends for the new seasons:

COLOUR ME RONZE

Move over “bronde,” “ronze” is the edgy new shade on the block. Following on from the bronde trend, made famous by celebrities like Emma Stone and Jennifer Lopez, “ronze” is a mixture of luxurious copper reds and gorgeous bronze browns, which add amazing texture and shimmer to hair. Think warm tones: buttery and coral blondes, creamy chestnuts, rich reds and coppers. Those going ronze should also invest in colour preserving products, like INSIGHT Professional which maintains hair tone and gives a high-gloss finish.

HAUTE ACCESSORIES

Hair accessories have stolen the limelight in various fashion shows this season, so we’ll be seeing a major accessory revival through the coming months with headbands, decorative hair pins and barrettes all making the trend list. In saying this, make sure to keep it simple, and always aim to complement your wardrobe rather than compete with it.

THE NEW OMBRE

Tired of ombre? Upgrade your colour to a new blend dubbed ‘tortoiseshell.’ A blend of chocolate and honey tones are applied through the hair like balayage, in a freehand technique for a softer, blended finish that’s popular among celebrities like Gisele Bundchen, and Sofia Vergara. This is the perfect option for brunettes wanting a rich, on-trend colour with plenty of dimension.

SHORT IS HERE TO STAY

The 90’s beauty resurgence is back, and the bob and lob are here to stay. Take cues from celebrities like Kendall Jenner and Jennifer Lawrence, and opt for a versatile, shorter look that requires minimal effort, yet looks sleek, sexy and stylish. Tailor this look to suit you by working with an expert stylist to develop the best shape for your face.

STROBING STYLE

Strobing is no longer just a word that’s associated with the make up world, it’s just like contouring, but for your hair. Hair strobing as a colouring technique is created by using dark and light colours, applied side by side, making hair appear full and multi-dimensional. This is an amazing way for those with thinner hair to create the illusion of density.

28 April 2020

How to Choose the Perfect Gift!

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It is almost Mother’s Day and many of us are still scrambling around trying to find the perfect gift that say’s “Thanks for putting up with me all these years mum…. and sorry I never call, and for not appreciating you enough”, when we all know that you deserve so much more. Mum’s deserve more than just a day, they deserve a lifetime of thank you’s and I love you mum.

So the hardest things about Mother’s Day is finding the right gift. There are so many options out there and mums are always too nice to tell you what they really want.

From beautifully fragrance hair and skin products, to our essential hair and beauty tools, show your appreciation with a present that she’ll love. With our wide range of gifts, you’ll be sure to find something truly special for every kind of mother out there.

1.) Choose something you already know she loves.

You can’t go wrong when you buy something you know she’d choose for herself, such as her favourite hair or skin care product or an essential hair tool she has always wanted.

2.) What has mum been missing lately?

Give mum the power to treat themselves. Yes we’re talking about self-care products. Create your own gift pack. Put together her favourite organic haircare products, hair & beauty tools – add a bow and your done!

3.) A good-gift should be both beautiful and practical.

Check out our LF website for gorgeous beauty necessities that will prove to be very useful in her day to day life. From make-up bags to manicure sets; these handy kits are perfect for Mum’s-on -the-go.

4.) Give her time to herself.

Finding time to get glamorous when you have kids can be a challenge. Sometimes a real shower to wash her hair isn’t even in the cards. But because we firmly believe beauty makes you feel good on the inside, it’s worth finding ways to get the job done against all odds. From overnight treatments to do-it-all products, we have a wide selection of hair & beauty products to choose from. A great one is to give mum a day off. Do the laundry, dishes, mop the floors, cook dinner, and let her relax with a wine, face mask, hair treatment, good book and her feet up!

5.) Deliver a gift from the heart.

There’s always a bit of pressure in choosing the perfect gift for your mum. Knowing what gifts mum will enjoy most will depend on how well you know her taste. The gifts that mean the most are always the one’s that require a little effort.

31 March 2020

Self-Isolation: Beauty Ideas to Practice Self-Care at Home

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This has been a worrying time for many. The Prime Minister’s new and tough measures to tackle COVID-19 mean that many are in self-isolation, working from home, or have been left without work. It’s trying times, but it’s still important to keep some degree of normality. Even in normal life, some people think beauty routines are a waste of energy and resources. In a pandemic, you figure out which ones are worth the trouble.

We are strong believers in creating a beauty routine and ensuring self-care is a priority. It can be a challenge at the moment, so having some normality, such as a beauty regime morning and night, can help you maintain a degree of normal during this time.

The last luxury many people rushed out to get done before committing to an indeterminate period of isolation was getting their roots coloured. It feels silly to be concerned about hair, among all the other, more pressing fears about food supplies and job stability and the safety of elderly parents. But as I have heard from friends and watched people on social media, I found they were doing similar things: going to the barber/hairdresser, getting acrylic nails filled in or removed, making one last appointment to get their eyebrows threaded, eyelash maintenance or buying clippers to fend for themselves.

During these times of uncertainty and isolation, it’s important that we all look after ourselves. You may be dreading the thought of not being able to get into the salon regularly, we can help you maintain your hair, skin and nails at home!

1.) Deep Condition your hair

“This is the perfect time to give your hair a bit of a rest from your usual six to eight week colour. Use this time to nourish your hair as much as you can. Hair masks, treatments and deep conditioning will be key. That way as soon as you can jump back in the salon your hair will be stronger than ever.” A hair mask can’t repair your dead ends, but it can give your hair a needed boost of hydration. If you’re looking to invest in one, try the fan-favourite Brasil Cacau Deep Conditioning Mask, which claims to replenish moisture and protect against future damage. Get maximum hydration with frizz reduction, while accentuating the straightening effect.

2.) Treatment

As our normal fast-paced lives slow down and we are forced to spend more time at home, it’s the perfect time to dive into self-care. Take care of your hair with treatments and masks for a quick pick-me-up for instant results.

MaxCare Argan Oil Morocco Color Protect Silky Oil whether you’re after intense hydration, something that repairs or helps to smooth the hair, or a wearable, daily treatment. Argan Oil helps fight against UV rays, maintain hair color as its peak. Enriched with Morocco oil, orange flower oil, water soluble protein, rosemary and other micro-molecule plant essential oil, to supplement refining protein to hair while deeply repairing dry or damaged hair, as a daily, wearable treatment or Lockdown for a leave in, smoothing treatment.

3.) Try self-tanning

While a professional spray tan is always an excellent idea in theory, in practice it’s so much easier (and cheaper) to get that faux glow at home. You’re likely not having many face-to-face interactions these days and for those that happen over a video chat, your virtual appearance does not need to be top-notch. But if you’re someone who feels their best with the glow of a tan, don’t let the current news cycle discourage you from it. Or if you’re someone who wants to finally try self- tanning but you’ve always been afraid of it, now is the time to experiment.

4. Give yourself a Manicure or Pedicure

You don’t have to be a professional nail technician to groom your fingers and toes—just some basic tools that you may already have at home, like a nail file and clippers. With everyone staying in and businesses closing for the time being, luxuries like getting your nails done go right out the window. Part of self-care routine is to have fresh nails, so to help everyone feel normal, buy yourself some at-home manicure products. Thanks to Gelish Complete Starter Kit and a variety of Morgan Taylor Lacquer, you can choose your favourite shade. We even have a UV Lamp – 2 Hand – Be Shyne Gel Color UV Nail Lamp to help you with the finishing results.

It’s about people trying to control what they can, because the reality is, we can’t control this virus. Home hair dyes and YouTube beauty tutorials are not the way to solve a global crisis. But maybe, while that global crisis rages on, you can solve your hair. It’s more important than ever to take care of ourselves, practice self-care at home and stay safe without losing it.

21 February 2020

Wahl brings Cord-free Cutting and Ultimate Flexibility with new Cordless Detailer Li

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Having led the professional grooming industry since 1919, Wahl have continued to innovate with both professional barbers and home users in mind. This innovation continues with the new Wahl Cordless Detailer Li as part of the Wahl 5 Star Series – a specialist range of powerful, dynamic clippers and trimmers created for barbers, stylists and hairdressers who demand the best.

Packed with all the features you know, love and expect from a Wahl detailer, the new Cordless Detailer Li delivers true flexibility and functionality courtesy of the revolutionary Lithium Ion battery technology. This technology is both lightweight and powerful, and provides up to 100 minutes run-time. Charging needn’t be a concern either, as the 100 minutes of power comes from just a 45 minute charge. Plus, with the option to use the cord for continuous power once charge is depleted, there’s no fear factor in the barber’s favourite clipper going cordless.

The Cordless Detailer Li also features a LED light to indicate the power level, so you always know how much charge is left before reverting to corded use. The space saving charging stand is weighted and easily grips any surface for secure charging.

The Wahl Cordless Detailer Li with Charging Stand

It’s not just the cordless functionality which ticks the boxes. With a close cutting, extra-wide T-Shaped blade, you’re able to deliver straighter shape-ups and produce faster cutting results than other standard trimmer blades. Plus, the blades offer adjustment to zero-overlap for super close trimming, outlines and accurate detail work – perfect for even the most seasoned professional barber. The CordlessDetailer Li’s lightweight and classically stylish design provides you with balance and control when outlining, and the 1 year warranty gives you peace of mind.

Wahl Cordless Detailer Li Trimming Hair

Included with the Cordless Detailer Li, in addition to the stylish charging station and cord, are 3 attachment combs (grades 0.5 – 1.5), blade guard, cleaning brush, blade oil and the all important instruction booklet, to ensure you get the most from your new detailer. The 5-Star Cordless Detailer Li really does deliver premium quality performance.

Aesthetics haven’t been compromised in modernising the classic detailer design, with the burgundy and chrome casing featuring Wahl’s distinctive “Detailer” branding and the 5-Star logo – marking this as a product of true quality and stature amongst this series of quality professional barber shop products.

This revolutionary new detailer is available directly from LF HAIR & BEAUTY Supplies.

22 October 2019

The Great Hair Diet – Get healthy hair with the right food!

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The most important thing for hair health is a balanced diet. By eating nutrient-rich foods that are scientifically proven to help your hair, you can greatly influence your hair’s thickness, growth or shedding, and even its likelihood of greying since the nutrients consumed by the body will fortify the hair follicles. A balanced diet consisting of nutrients like protein, vitamins and minerals will help to supply hair with all that it needs to remain shiny, lustrous and strong.

Here are the right foods that you should be eating for healthy hair. Although you can’t change factors like age and genetics, diet is one thing you have control over. In fact, consuming a diet lacking the right nutrients can lead to hair loss.

Hair grows from the roots, so the key to healthy hair growth lies in improving the health of the scalp and hair follicles. Eat the correct balance of the following nutrients to supply hair with all that it needs to remain shiny, lustrous and strong…

1.) Salmon

This fish, as well as sardines and mackerel is loaded with the strong hair supporters like Vitamin D and protein, but it also contains omega-3 fatty acids that promote hair growth by keeping your scalp healthy. Since the body cannot make these healthy fats, you will have to get them from food or supplements. These fatty acids can protect you from diseases, but your body also needs them to grow hair, keeping it shiny and full.

2.) Eggs

Promote hair Growth. Eggs are an abundant source of proteins and nutrients that serve as hair food. Eggs are rich in biotin, a B vitamin essential for hair growth and overall scalp health. Biotin is essential for the production of a hair protein called keratin, which is why biotin supplements are often marketed for hair growth. Research has also shown that consuming more biotin can help improve hair growth in people with a biotin deficiency. Biotin is important for hair health, but there is no need for you to take supplements as long as you eat a balanced diet that includes high-biotin foods like eggs.

3.) Berries

Berries are loaded with beneficial compounds and vitamins that may promote hair growth. This includes vitamin C, which has strong antioxidant properties. Antioxidants can help protect hair follicles against damage from harmful molecules called free radicals. Also, the body uses vitamin C to produce collagen, a protein that helps strengthen hair to prevent it from becoming brittle and breaking. What’s more, Vitamin C helps the body absorb iron from the diet. Low iron levels may cause anemia, which has been linked to hair loss,

4.) Spinach

Spinach is a healthy green vegetable that’s loaded with beneficial nutrients like folate, iron, and vitamins A and C, all of which may promote hair growth. Vitamin A helps the skin glands produce sebum. This oily substance helps moisturise the scalp to keep hair healthy. Like so many dark green leafy vegetables, spinach is full of amazing nutrients such as omega-3 acids, magnesium, potassium, calcium and iron. These work together for a healthy scalp and mane, keeping your hair lustrous and shiny, and most importantly moisturised so it doesn’t break.

5.) Sweet Potatoes

Sweet Potatoes are loaded with beta carotene, the precursor for vitamin A that not only promotes a healthy scalp but promotes hair growth. If your hair is dry & has lost its shine, eat sweet potatoes, as they are filled with a good-for-you antioxidant called beta-carotene. Your body will turn it into vitamin A, which helps to protect against dry, dull hair. It also stimulates the glands in your scalp to make an oily fluid called sebum that keeps hair from drying out.

6.) Avocado

Avocado is rich in fatty amino acids that coat your hair shaft and help it retain moisture. The natural oils in avocado provides your hair with long-lasting and deep hydration. It contains vitamins A, B6, D, and E, and minerals like copper and iron which help it nourish your hair and scalp. What’s more, avocados are a great source of essential fatty acids. These fats cannot be produced by the body, but are essential building blocks of your cells. A deficiency in essential fatty acids, are linked to hair loss.

7.) Nuts

Nuts are high in protein and zinc, and are great for promoting strong and slinky hair. Good nuts to add to your diet include walnuts, which are packed with omega-3 fatty acids and biotin. The sun can damage our hair just like it can damage our skin, so ensure you eat foods rich in Vitamin E to provide protection for your hair. Nuts are nutritional powerhouses, providing zinc and selenium as well as vitamin E so try to include them as part of a balanced diet.

8.) Seeds

Seeds provide you with a lot of nutritional benefits, especially for your hair. As with nuts all seeds are good for our health, yet different seed varieties also have their own individual properties for healthy hair. Sunflower seeds are a great source of biotin, pumpkin seeds are high in zinc, and flax seeds are a great vegetarian source of omega-3 oils, which can help promote a healthy, nourished scalp and head of hair. Quinoa, which is generally used as a grain is also a great seed for hair due to the high quality protein it contains.

If you follow a hair nutritious diet for at least half a year, it will definitely make your hair follicles strong and make your hair healthy and thick. Don’t forget, all of your beauty routines should be accompanied by a healthy diet and if you think you’re lacking nutrients, try adding some of the above foods to your diet to start a healthy diet, and see the difference it will make to your hair.

17 September 2019

Wouldn’t it be Wonderful if Everyday was a Good Hair Day!

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No Matter what your hair type is, your locks can look healthy & lustrous in any situation. Knowing your hair type and how to care for it is the key to healthy and beautiful hair. I know in today’s stressful and hectic lifestyle you tend to overlook taking care of your skin and hair. But you really need to make some time for yourself, as looking and feeling good, boosts your confidence and represent a brand new you!⁠⠀

But for this to make happen, having a consistent hair care routine is very essential. There are hair care tips which you need to follow daily and weekly to get strong and luscious hair. These tips are for everyone, no matter what your hair texture, colour or style is. Follow all the steps below or choose those that apply to you to have great hair everyday!

Try not to wash your hair everyday

Does your hair look lacklustre and dry? Noticing dandruff and uncontrollable frizz? Do your roots get greasy at the end of the day? You may be shampooing your hair & scalp too often! Over-washing your hair with shampoo can leave it weak and brittle because you are stripping your hair of its natural oils. This leads to your scalp going into oil production overload trying to replenish the oil that was stripped away thanks to sulfates in shampoo. The good news is you can actually train your hair to be less greasy. As you extend the time between washes, your hair will gradually produce less and less oil as you are no longer stripping your strands of the natural and essential oils your scalp produces. TIP: If you washed your hair this morning, spray your roots with the JOICO Instant Refresh Dry Shampoo or a water-free dry shampoo NAK HAIR Dry Clean Shampoo so you are able to skip tomorrow morning’s wash.

Massage your scalp with Shampoo, & not Conditioner⁠

If you’ve ever had a professional shampoo at a salon, you know how much time they spend on your scalp. Scalp scrub is a key step in an effective shampoo. Most people rush through it, though. You’re supposed to scrub for 3 minutes. That’s the magic number: 3 minutes. No matter your hair length or hair type, the amount of time that you should be scrubbing your scalp with the pads of your fingers—not your nails—is 3 minutes. Three minutes seems like a really long time, so for those of you who can’t make it too the three-minute mark, just do your best. Focusing your initial shampooing efforts on the scalp helps remove dirt, sebum and build-up that collects there. Spending 30 seconds to a minute on your scalp scrub is like quickly running a mop over a dirty floor rather than scrubbing the surface of its grime.

Try rinsing your hair with cool temperature water for the final rinse

COLD WATER final rinse + It makes your hair shinier and saves you from frizz. Rinsing your hair with cold water helps with closing your cuticle after your hair is washed. Open cuticle is good while shampooing or conditioning your hair but after you’re done, you want to seal the cuticle, so that your hair doesn’t get damaged too easily. If you use cold water for your final rinse then there’s a much better chance that your hair will stay shiny, healthy and frizz-free for a longer period of time.
COLD WATER final rinse + It makes your scalp cleaner. Just like with closing the hair cuticle, cold water also shuts your pores. Both things are really similar actually – you want open pores when washing hair but closed pores after you’ve finished. It’s because closed pores are much less vulnerable than open ones. What it means is that by rinsing your hair with cold water you protect the scalp pores from things like dirt, grease and oil. If your pores are sealed then you are also much less likely to be suffering from hair shedding.
COLD WATER final rinse + It improves the blood circulation to your scalp. When you’re cold your blood moves faster and your capillaries widen to warm you up. That way your scalp and hair roots get all the valuable nutrients they need to stay healthy. Another thing to mention here is that poor blood circulation can contribute to causing hair loss. You don’t want that, do you?

When you blow dry your hair, put it on the cool setting & hold distance it away to protect hair

Most people dry hair as fast as possible, but there’s one tiny step you might be forgetting (that could change your hair dramatically). And that’s the cold-shot button. Here’s how you use it and why it’s so important to spend the extra 30 seconds. That mysterious COOL Shot Button helps seal the hair cuticle, setting the final look for long-lasting hold and adds shine. When your hair is about 80 percent dry, switch over to the cool shot. Cool shot is also great to lock in curls and to get more volume at the crown. Hot air expedites the drying process and actually forms whatever style you’re going for–whether it’s sleek and straight or bouncy and curly. Cold air, however, seals the cuticles of your hair, which sets your style in place and adds shine.

Use heat protection spray when you blow dry your hair or when using flat iron or curling iron

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Avoid brushing your hair, while it’s wet

When your hair is soaking wet, it is weaker, fragile and more susceptible to breakage. Try not to rough-dry hair with a towel, and instead gently press the water out. Also, do not brush your hair while it is wet. Use a wide-tooth comb, working from the ends of your hair on up, then finish with your hairdryer to style – not forgetting a good heat protection spray to further protect your mane.

Give your hair some special treatment from time to time

Hair treatments are kind of like facials for your hair. Sure, our regular hair care products are helping to keep our hair cleansed, protected and in good health just like our skincare products, but both hair and skin can do with a replenishing boost at regular intervals. Aside from what we do to our hair in terms of chemical processing and heated styling, other factors such as environmental conditions, diet, health, stress and hydration all take a toll on the health of our hair. When you decide it is time to indulge your hair in a luxurious treatment, you will find many beautiful treatment products available at LF Hair & Beauty to give your hair the pampering it needs and deserves!