Tips to embracing and maintaining your hair type

have to be boring. They can be styled to stay looking elegant, classy and feminine.

Tips for straight hair

Straight hair can be easy to maintain. Keep your hair washed regularly, so that it does not look flat and oily. Three times a week is probably right for most. Invest in a good haircut, because unlike with curly hair, any imperfection will show on straight hair. If you are keen on keeping the length, you can add in some layers. Well-placed layers will add texture and movement to otherwise straight hair. Wrong placement or over-layering can thin the hair out, making it look scanty and unflattering. If you are keeping it short, choose a style that sits well with your hair type. A short cut can be done to keep a soft feminine edge and can be styled in different ways. To maintain a short style, you will need to have it trimmed every 4 to 6 weeks depending on how short your cut is. So be ready for regular visits to your stylist! If you are keen on styling your hair curly for an event, and have never

done it before, it might be a good idea to try it out in advance. If your hair is very straight and heavy, it may not hold through the event, but use of the right products can help with hold.

Tips for all hair types

More regular washing may be needed for oiler scalps. Using the right shampoo and washing your hair with cold water is a good way of controlling an oily scalp. If you have coloured hair, you will need to use a shampoo and conditioner suited for coloured hair, which will help with maintaining the colour.