I style
my hair using a blow dryer and flat iron. Is that why my
hair looks so dry?
Dry? Yes, and probably dull, too! Heat can be tough on
hair, so it needs protection — especially from the
intense heat of a flat iron. Look into professional hair
products by Matrix. I especially like the Biolage line.
The Fortifying Heat Styler is what you need to protect
your tresses plus add softness and shine. A word about
flat irons: Be quick with them. Do not pause at any
point, or you may sever your hair right there.
How can I add volume to my
hair without making it super curly?
Blow-dry your hair using a large round brush. Then
take a section of hair starting at the crown, comb it
straight up, lightly spritz with hairspray, then wind it
downward on an oversized Velcro roller. Spritz again.
Repeat in areas where you want volume. Finished
rolling? Using your blow dryer on low, apply heat to
each roller to make it form to the shape. Leave in rollers
20 minutes or until completely cooled.
Sizzling Summer
Hair Tips
• Use a leave-in
conditioner with an SPF 25.
• Cut the frizz by applying
a styling product with pure silicone.
• Complete blow-drying
with a round brush to add smoothness.
• Before stepping out of
the shower, rinse your tresses with cool water to close
the cuticle and reduce the frizzy look caused by
humidity.
• Protect your hair from
the harmful rays of the sun with a straw hat or ball cap.
• Reduce static by
applying hair spray to your brush and running it through
your hair.
• Eat lots of fresh fruits
and veggies. They’re loaded with the vitamins that
healthy hair needs.
Feel the Power Surge!
Want to boost your energy before diving into your
homework? Do 10 minutes of aerobic exercise such as
jumping rope, marching in place or stair climbing. Then
mix together these ingredients and eat.
1 cup of plain nonfat yogurt
2 tablespoons of honey
1 tablespoon of wheat germ
Artist Expression
“I like to get egg whites, whip them, and put them on my
face — that sounds disgusting but it cleans your skin. If
you have acne and such, it’ll cleanse your skin. I do it
about once a week.” —Christian music artist Ana
Laura
