Hair Care and Beauty from Richard John

Recently Asked Questions!!!!

                                                 You Asked!!!!

I’m getting married soon and I need a sophisticated style to suit my mid-length hair and long face. What do you suggest for an elegant look on an older bride?

We would suggest maybe wearing your hair down, as an up-do could emphasise the features of a long face. To balance your features, I recommend wearing a style that has some width at the sides. Start by blow drying your hair and set onto velcro rollers for a volumous, full bodied look. To add some glitz, take a decorative comb or flowers and sweep the hair away from your face at the sides. This will help to create width and give you a gorgeous bridal style.

I’d like to dye my mousy brown hair but I’m not sure which colour would suit my dark features best?

Often with dark features, you can go either way with your colour,If you decide to go blonde then I would be guided by the golden tones of Latina beauties like Jennifer Lopez or Jessica Alba. If you are thinking of brunette shades then I would look at celebs with a similar skin tone to yourself. Celebrity trends are a great way to see what’s hot and what’s not as they’re always at the forefront of hair fashion.

I have long,thick curly hair like Leona Lewis. How can I get her gorgeous and defined curls?

There is no reason why you would not be able to have her gorgeous hair,you just need to know how to manage your hair type. It will take practise, so practise on an evening when your staying in, because if it goes wrong you have nothing to worry about. You can start by using a moisturising shampoo and conditioner, we would re command Paul Mitchell Super Strong System. Then gently towel-dry your hair and apply a smoothing styling product again we would recommend Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Serum. When  use a large round brush, once smoothed section by section,wrap your hair in big velcro rollers. Once set take the rollers out and brush through, letting it fall back into lovely curls. The secret to this style is the preparation ands if done well the style will last. So really is worth the effort.

I’ve heard crimping is back, but I’m worried that it will be damaging to my coloured locks?

Yes crimping can be damaging as your applying the heat directly to the hair. I suggest only using your crimpers for special occasions, make sure you use heat protection, like the GHD Thermal Protection spray. This will help to keep your hair hydrated and full of shine. Why not treat your hair to a treatment the Paul Mitchell Super Charge conditioner is great for adding moisture if your worried about damaging your hair.

I have a itchy scalp which is scaly at the front. I’ve tried sulphate – free shampoo’s but they ’ seem to help?

It sounds as though you have a form of scalp flaking either psoriasis capitis or borderline seborrhoeic dermatitis. They are both relatively easy to clear up but sulphate free shampoo wont do this. Try using itchy scalp  shampoos which will help to condition. If the flakes are very resistant try a stronger treatment.

Quick Hair Tip

Never start by brushing wet hair from the scalp. Use a wide-toothed comb and gently detangle by starting at the ends and working your way up!!!!

Hide Your Roots!!!!

                                                    Hide Your Roots!!!!!

Give your hair a cheeky upgrade with one of our five quick and easy cheats!!!

1- When you are struggling with your roots, try a different parting to cover up the unwanted roots, even just messing up your parting like ‘Cat Deeley’ or trying a zig -zag parting,or this season’s top trend-The mega messy parting-to avoid the solid line of natural colour that’s such a major giveaway!!

2-Draw eyes towards your head not your roots, try this years trend a ‘hairband’ all the Celebrity’s wear them, maybe they are trying to hide there roots!! Hide your roots entirely under a thick Alice band or stretchy alternative.

3-Luckily for us this years biggest Accessory is head-scarfs this year,not only is it ideal for keeping wet hair out of your eyes on the beach,it also hides a multitude of sins-roots being one of them. Wrap it around your head and tie at the nape of the neck leaving the ends hanging loose.

4- If you have really dark roots the best solution is spraying them with a dry shampoo. The powdery consistency lightens and plumps up the roots making them look as fresh as a daisy. Try the New Rockaholic dry shampoo.

Dirty Secret Dry Shampoo- On the go and in a rush, i am the perfect dry shampoo for someone who is constantly on the move. I absorb excess oil and odours and increase time between washes i love making hair feel fresh again and i can even give volume and texture if you spray me on the roots.

5- Who knew that when buying a trendy summer hat it would help cover your frustrating roots? The versatile sun hat is 100% A list, exceptionally cool and  hide the most fierce hair horrors add a big pair of shades and your look like a glam ‘n’ grunge thing.

There you have 5 Top Tips to help hide your roots,so start trying out the new trends!!!

Celebrity Pets

Dogs are the “Must have” Celebrity accessory. Boyfriends come and go but loyal poochies are always a good friend. Paris Hilton is renowned for her beautiful Chihuahua called Tinkerbell, apparently she owns 17 other small dogs! Can you imagine the hard work keeping them all clean and pristine.

Well good news for all you dog lovers!!!!

John Paul one of the co founders of the Paul Mitchell Range has developed a fantastic range of Pet Care products to pamper our dogs and cats! From Paw Bath wipes to Tooth and Gum Wipes there will be a product which your pet will love! Here are our top 2 recommended pet care products:

The Paul Mitchell Instant Detangling Pet Spray is specifically formulated to penetrate into the coat and help release unruly snarls. It is excellent for use between grooming visits. Make sure you shake well before use and spray evenly over damp or dry coat and brush through.

The Paul Mitchell Tearless Pet Shampoo is designed especially for puppies and kittens with sensitive skin, the tearless formula contains an exclusive botanical blend to help condition and add lustre to your pets coat. It is ideal for pets of any age.

Go ahead, start pampering your pets!