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Joelle... Long Hair and Cold Weather

Image courtesy Joelle Francis
*Photo reprinted with permission of Joelle Francis

    Today's Beauty Tips For Your Hair

  • *No Shine!
    Are you wondering where your shine went? Your hair used to be shiny, but lately it is looking duller by the minute. It could have something to do with product buildup. What you need is a good clarifying shampoo that will wash all of that buildup, right down the drain.

  • *Dry and Brittle
    If your hair is very dry and brittle, you might want to apply conditioner to your wet hair before you shampoo. It will help ensure that you don't wash out all of sebum that is so necessary to your hair.

  • *In The End...
    I know that this hurts, but long hair has to be trimmed to stay healthy looking. Doing so every six weeks, ensures that split ends won't travel up the hair shaft. Hair that is in bad condition, looks it.

  • *Don't Forget This Step
    When using tools that require a lot of heat or high temperatures to perform their duties, be sure to use a thermal protectant or straightening balm to protect your hair.

  • *Especially Now
    The cold temperatures and brisk winds can do as much damage to our hair as it can do to our skin. This is not the time to skip conditioning. In fact, spend a few more minutes giving your hair a little TLC.

*Be sure to stop by and visit Joelle's Site

Original Photo by Fionn Reilly

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