It’s all fun and games until your hair starts paying for it. To help whip summer-stressed hair back into a healthier shape and prevent any further damage from occurring, we need to take a more gentle approach. Here’s how:
Recovery mode
One of the first, most effective treatments to repair sun-damaged hair, is with a hot oil treatment. And better yet, you can do it at home without spending a cent. Mix half a cup of olive oil with two vitamin E capsules and heat up in the microwave for no more than 10 seconds. Then, work the mixture through from the ends upward and leave for about an hour, then shampoo and condition as normal. However, if the damage is particularly bad, it might be time to schedule a trim to get rid of dead ends, prevent split ends from progressing, and stimulate new, healthy growth.
Repair damage
While a long dip on a hot day is total bliss, your hair won’t agree. Chlorinated water in swimming pools exposes your hair to harmful chemicals, sea water contributes to dryness, along with the sun being a constant, too. After a swim, always rinse hair thoroughly to keep damage to a minimum, then follow up with a replenishing hair routine. The Wella Fusion range offers exactly that – a hair recovery range that instantly helps to repair damaged hair and make it more resilient. Not only does it remove impurities, it also penetrates the hair follicle to leave it smoother and more elastic. Did we mention it’s suitable for colour-treated hair, too? Check.
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Prevent and protect
Avoid overwashing and, with that, stripping precious oils from your hair by choosing your products carefully. We know that amped up heat means extra sweat, sunscreen and product build-up, which inevitably feeds the need for extra shampoos on top of your normal routine. When hair is already in a compromised state, focus on putting back, rather than stripping away. Opt for light moisture mists with UV and pollution filters, deep treatment masks once a week combined with lighter conditioners for in-between, and shampoos specifically for your hair type to avoid weighing your locks down or having to wash too often. Oh, and a hat too, for good measure!
Rethink styling
With extra humidity in the air, it’s pointless to try and boost volume or force hair into a perfect style if it’s just going to fall flat anyway. Instead, embrace your natural texture and work with that instead. Reach for a curl cream if you want to tone down frizz on naturally curly hair, a salt spray to add effortless texture to straighter styles, or a finishing oil to boost shine and add extra moisture. This will also avoid unnecessary heat and styling damage, preventing further wear and tear.
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Celebs, they’re just like us. You would think being rich and famous would make dating slightly easier, but some still need some extra help.
Luckily, they’ve got great friends to play matchmaker. Here are some celebrity couples who came to be thanks to their cunning pals.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle:
This modern-day fairytale is all thanks to a mutual friend, although their identity has no officially been confirmed.
“It was definitely a set-up. It was a blind date,” Meghan has previously said of their first encounter. “I didn’t know much about him and so the only thing I had asked her when she said she wanted to set us up was, I had one question, I said ‘Is he nice?'”
Emily Blunt and John Krasinski
“It was one of those things where I wasn’t really looking for a relationship and I was thinking I’m going to take my time in L.A,” Krasinski explained during an interview with Ellen Degeneres. “Then I met her and I was so nervous. I was like, ‘Oh god, I think I’m going to fall in love with her.’ As I shook her hand I went, ‘I like you.'”
Benji Madden and Cameron Diaz
We can thank Nicole Richie for this couple. The actress and reality star, who is married to Benji’s brother Joel, The reality star, who is married to Madden’s brother, Joel, took credit for playing cupid for the couple.
“I approve of anything that’s going to make Benji happy,” she said during an interview on Watch What Happens Live. “I’m going to take responsibility for everything!”
Giselle Bunchen and Tom Brady
The original supermodel and sports star couple met through a matchmaking mutual friend.
“This friend told me he knew a girl version of me,” the NFL player said in an interview.
“I knew Tom was the one straightaway. I could see it in his eyes that he was a man with integrity who believes in the same things I do,” Gisele told Vogue.
Joe Manganiello and Sofia Vergara
This pair were introduced to each other at a party by Vergara’s Modern Family co-star Jesse Tyler Ferguson. Taking it a step further, he even gave Manganiello Vergara’s phone number to make sure they kept in contact.
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Summer is big for wedding season and even though many weddings are being postponed, you may still need to send a gift to the happy couple.
It’s been a cash-strapped year for everyone and 2021 is looking much the same. If you’re wanting to send your friends well wishes and a nice present but don’t want to break the bank, have a look at a few of these cheaper present ideas.
The Wonderbag – R679
A great addition to any home wanting to cook more consciencely.
Le Creuset Calm Collection of Espresso Mugs – R789
Le Creuset is always a favourite and the Calm Collection is incredibly versatile.
Sagaform Wine Decanter – R 2 Litre
Great for the wine-loving couple that takes their grapes seriously.
Simple by Yotem Ottolenghi – R585
The perfect starter cookbook which works for those who love to cook and those who are just getting started in the kitchen.
AeroPress Coffee Maker – R795
Every new home needs to be able to make some decent coffee. While a big coffee machine may be out of the budget, the AeroPress gets the job done for less.
Carrol Boyes Ripple Wine Glasses -R595
A perfect touch of class to any dining set.
Google Home Mini– R999
A great little addition to the family to make life even simpler.
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After the stress of wedding planning, a honeymoon away with your loved one sounds like the perfect remedy. Unfortunately, that requires even more planning. Travel agents are experts…
As the COVID-19 pandemic contonies, wedding vendors are looking for easier ways to continue hosting events in a safer way. One easy way is to eliminate crowding and contact.
Throw the cake out of the window and opt for individually-sized desserts. These single portions are easier to serve and reduce the need for multiple hands to touch a knife in order to cut a cake, which is perfect in these times.
These individual cakes ar essentially cupcakes, except they are not served in cupcake holders and replicate the look of a full cake. No need to skip your original wedding cake vision, you can still stick with the colours and style although on a smaller scale.
Here are some sweet treats your guests will love:
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