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5 Tips for Maintaining your Edges

January 2, 2024 By in Beauty Tags: , , , , , , 4 Comments

Our hair edges are so delicate, and they have the power to make or break our look. This is why it is so important to care for them properly. I have real life experience of how easy it is to damage the hair edges and I did a lot of that in my younger days. Didn’t know better and was busy experimenting with all sorts of hairstyles that were damaging to my hairline. Luckily, I retraced my steps some years, and my edges are back and better. It’s not easy to regrow your edges but it is possible with the right haircare products and care.

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5 Tips for Maintaining your Edges

If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to grow your hair, you are on the right page. Here are 5 tips to help you maintain your edges –

Avoid tight hairstyles

To grow or maintain your hair edges, you would want to avoid tight hairstyles in general. The edges are the most fragile part of the hair, so hairstyles that strongly pull on the hairline is a no-no. You would also want to make sure whoever is making your hair doesn’t have an overly tight grip to avoid damaging your hair.

Nowadays, I do my cornrows myself because I am always rocking a wig or a turban, but many years ago, I had a hairdresser who had a very tight grip. It was horrible and it kind of messed up my hair, so I had to stop having her make my hair. Make sure you only have gentle hands touching your hair.

Stay away from heat

If it’s not possible to stay completely away from heat, then try to reduce using heat on your hair as much as possible. Excessive use of hair dryers, straighteners, flat iron and the likes can lead to hair dryness and breakage. I personally do not use any heat on my hair now and it has greatly helped my hair grow in a healthy way.

Wrap up for bedtime

Wrapping your hair with a silk scarf or bonnet for bedtime prevents the hair from losing oil and moisture, which leads to excessive dryness and hair breakage. I always wrap my hair with a silk scarf and a bonnet for extra protection. Just make sure, the scarf is resting on your forehead and not the edges to avoid unnecessary friction while you are sleeping. Using a silk pillowcase is also great for extra protection.

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Keep your hair moisturised

To keep your hair edges healthy, make sure you moisturised them regularly. Depending on the texture of your hair, you might need to moisturise once a day for very dry hair or less frequently for oily hair. Natural oils like Coconut Oil, Black Seed Oils, are best for keeping your hair moisturised and shiny.

Be gentle with your edges

If I could summarise this entire blog post for maintaining your hair edges in 5 words, it would be – ‘be gentle with your edges’. Handle them with care and be consistent with the haircare routine to reap the benefits. It could take a long time to grow the edges back, but if you carry on with the tips and you are gentle with your hair, it will start to look nice again.

I will bee sharing some new haircare products I have been using on my hair and my daughter’s in a subsequent blog post, so keep reading.

Do you have any tips to share for maintaining edges? Please share your haircare tips in the comments below.

5 Ways to Boost your Skincare this Winter

November 21, 2023 By in Beauty Tags: , , , , 5 Comments

With the chills of the holiday season closing in and preparations in top gear, transitioning to a winter friendly skincare routine should be at the top of your mind. The harsh weather conditions that come with the season can strip your skin of its natural oils leaving it dry, itchy and irritated.

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So if you are wondering how to boost your skincare this winter, here are some helpful tips you may find very useful –

How can I improve my skin in Winter?

When it’s comes to maintaining or improving your skin in the winter, key focus should be on boosting your skin’s moisture level while protecting it.

Here are 5 ways you can achieve this;

1.   Switch up your cleansing game

If you would normally use exfoliating cleansers, it’s time to switch to a gentle one. This would help ensure that skin is thoroughly cleansed without stripping it of its natural moisture.

Also, you would have to cut back on the frequency with which you cleanse. For instance, save your cleanser for night and cleanse your face with a splash of water in the day. An oil based cleanser is a suitable option.

2.   Use a thicker moisturiser

Since the goal this season is to lock in as much moisture as you can, using a heavier moisturiser that contains humectants like glycerin and emollients can help achieve this.

So if you’ve been using a lotion based moisturiser, you might want to switch to a cream based  moisturiser.

3.   Incorporate a hydrating serum to your routine

Serums are essential this season more than ever before. This is because the chill winds that come with the cold weather typically drys up your face. For this reason, incorporating an hylarounic acid serum into your routine would help draw in moisture and boost skin hydration. Ensure your skin is moist before applying the serum.

4.   Use your sunscreen religiously

The biggest disservice you can do to your skin is skipping sunscreen in the winter. Don’t let the cooler weather deceive you, the UV rays are just as active during winter and can penetrate the skins dermal layers to cause sun damage.

So whatever the occasion is,  keep your SPF handy. Alway use a broad spectrum SPF that is rated 30 or above.

5.   Opt for a mild exfoliant

While it’s alright to cut back on over-exfoliation, you shouldn’t do away with exfoliating totally. The last thing you want is for the dead skin cells to accumulate on your skin as this would impede the effectiveness of other skincare products and leave your face looking dull.

Therefore, a mild exfoliant is a suitable choice for removing dead and dry cells, and allowing other products to better absorb into your skin.

Your skin health is predicted on a lot of external factors including the weather conditions. Therefore, you need to be proactive in transitioning to a skincare regimen that works for your skin type and protects it from the harsh weather conditions. Don’t forget to stay hydrated to stay moisturised.

What do you think of these skincare tips?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Skincare Routine: How to Correctly Layer Skincare Products

November 4, 2023 By in Beauty Tags: , , , , , 4 Comments

Do you find yourself constantly switching out products in your skincare routine? It’s high time you paid attention to the order in which you layer your products. As a rule of thumb, you should apply your products in order of consistency, from the lightest to the heaviest.

In this blog post, you’ll learn the correct order to layer your skin care products, application tips and more!

Here’s how best to layer your products to guarantee maximum results.

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1.   Cleanser

Whether it’s morning or night, it’s crucial to use a cleanser that suits your skin type to eliminate any dirt, oil, or bacteria that may have built up on your skin’s surface.

Here is how to properly cleanse your face;

  • Squeeze the cleanser onto your palm
  • Add a bit of water and rub the cleanser into your palm for at least 15 seconds until it turns into a thick foam
  • Apply foam to wet face and massage for at least 60 seconds
  • Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry your face with a towel
2.   Toner

Toners provide an extra layer of cleansing for your face by removing residue of dirt and impurities while prepping your face for other products.

To apply, you can pour it on your palm and gently distribute the product by smacking it on your face. Alternatively, pour it onto a cotton pad and dab it gently across your face.

3.   Serums

If you have serums in your skincare routine, this is when they come in. When you have to use several serums, it’s best to layer them in order of consistency, thinnest to heaviest, so they absorb better.

Most serums have droppers as applicators; it is essential to avoid touching your face with the dropper to prevent bacteria from transferring into your product.

4.   Spot treatment

If you have products that target specific skin concerns, this would be the best time to apply them. For instance, if you have acne, using your benzine peroxide treatment to reduce redness and inflammation should be the next step in your routine. Also, UNNIE SKIN Large Square Acne Pimple Patch Value Pack – Hydrocolloid & Salicylic acid for clearing pimples, zits, blemishes for face and skin.

Don’t forget to give your treatment time to sit before going on to the next step.

5.   Moisturiser

Whether you have dry, combination or oily skin, using a moisturiser suitable for your skin type can add moisture while protecting your skin.

Ensure that your hands are clean at all times, especially if you are dipping your hands into the moisturiser. The last thing you would want is to transfer bacteria to your skincare product.

6.   Sunscreen

Applying sunscreen is the most crucial step of your skincare routine. Aside from sealing in your products, it helps protect your skin from harmful UV rays.

Getting the best result from your skincare routine largely depends on the order in which you layer them. Applying your skincare product in the above order would ensure that it absorbs better and guarantees results.

 

 

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