Hair style|Suicide Squad exclusive: Harley Quinn hair and makeup tutorial!

You don�t need a team of Hollywood hair stylists to create the look!

Harley Quinn. She�s the ass-kicking, baseball bat-wielding, former psychiatrist brought over to the dark side by Batman�s worst nemesis, the Joker. One of the most popular DC Comics characters, Harley Quinn is coming to a screen near you in this summer�s hottest blockbuster, Suicide Squad.

Played by the ridiculously beautiful Margot Robbie, her look is deceptively cute with funky coloured bunches, bright and mismatched eye makeup -  and a shedload of scary attitude. But you don�t need a team of Hollywood hair stylists to create this look when we�ve got the (equally gorgeous) Miss Alex on hand with a fantastic video to show you how to harness your inner supervillain � and look fabulous at the same time!

So before you begin your quest for world domination, get your stuff together!

You�ll need

• Clip-in hair extensions (Alex has gone for 20 inch extensions in shade 613)
• Curling wand or iron
• A brush
• Fine toothed comb for backcombing
• Hair ties to secure your bunches
• Hair chalks in pink and blue
• An old towel
• Pink and blue eyeshadows
• Eyeshadow brushes for applying and blending

All set? Let�s do this.

Make your bunches

First things first, get your hair extensions clipped in. If you�re new to clip-in hair extensions don�t worry, we�ve got a great video from Alex on the blog taking you through all the steps you need to follow to clip them in like a pro. Just hurry back, OK?

Once you�ve clipped in your extensions, give them a good brush through so they�re nice and smooth. Now, take your comb and trace a line up from the tip of your nose right to the crown of your head to create a perfect centre parting.

With your hair split into two sections, take the hair on your right and pull it up into a high ponytail on the side of your head to make your first bunch. You�ll want to place it a bit higher than you would think, as they�ll fall down slightly as you chalk and curl them later. Secure the bunch with a hair tie � you can go for blue and pink ones to really get into the look � and repeat the process on the other side of your head so you have two high bunches.

Using your comb, pull out some strands of hair from around the front of your face to frame it, then tuck them behind your ears for now so they�re out of the way while you chalk the hair.

Chalk it up

Grab your blue hair chalk and place a towel over one shoulder. Now, apply the blue chalk to the tips of your bunch, taking the chalk about half-way up it. You need to gently rub the chalk down the length of the hair it to make sure you get good coverage. It can help to brush out the hair occasionally as you go. This helps separate the chalk and lets you spot any bits you might have missed.  

Once you�ve finished applying your blue chalk to one bunch, take your pink chalk, move your towel over to the other shoulder, and repeat the chalking and brushing on the other bunch.

Give it some volume

Now it�s time to give your bunches a bit of extra oomph. Bring them to life by taking your curling wand and curling the ends. To do this, just wrap strands of hair around the wand, or iron, hold for a few seconds a release. Super easy. When you�ve finished curling, gently brush through the curls or separate them with your fingers.  

Now up the volume with a bit of backcombing. Take your comb and gently push up against the ends of your bunches to make them more voluminous.

Alex�s added extra

If you want to steal Harley Quinn�s whole look, you�ve got to go for the eyeshadow as well. Alex shows you how in her video and it�s a great way of really capturing the style of Harley Quinn.

First apply a light pink shade of eyeshadow on the lid of the eye on your pink side. Then apply a darker, hot pink shade into the crease of your lid.

For the other eye, apply a light blue all over the lid and then choose a darker, blue for the crease. Keep the look subtle by blending your eyeshadow well with a blending brush.  

And that�s the finished look - you might be a �baddie� but you sure are a hot one! And sometimes it�s fun to be bad, right?

If you�ve got any questions or tips you�d like to share, either leave a comment below or hit us up on Twitter, Facebook or YouTube

Article Source: www.lushhairextensions.co.uk

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Hair style|This is a French Braid's World!

A French braid, or French plait, is a type of braided hairstyle. The hairstyle has been used for thousands of years.
It was depicted in art from early Greek, Celtic and Sung dynasty periods. It was also depicted in rock art in the Tassili n�Ajier mountain range in Algeria almost 6000 years ago. The French braid includes three sections of hair that are braided together from the crown of the head to the nape of the neck. Variations on this hairstyle include the Dutch braid and the Fishtail braid.

In the simplest form of three-strand braid, all the hair is initially divided into three sections, which are then simultaneously gathered together near the scalp. In contrast, a French braid starts with three small sections of hair near the crown of the head, which are then braided together toward the nape of the neck, gradually adding more hair to each section as it crosses in from the side into the center of the braid structure. The final result incorporates all of the hair into a smoothly woven pattern over the scalp. If the main mass of hair is initially parted into two or more sections along the scalp that are kept separate from one another, multiple French braids may be created, each in its own section. One unique feature about the French braid is that an individual can braid their own hair without the help of others. The difficulty of braiding can depend on the type of hair the individual has, some styles of hair are easier to braid then others. The length of hair also plays a role in the ability to braid; shorter hair can be more of a challenge. Bobby pins can be useful when braiding shorter hair or hair with many different layers to keep all of the hair in the French braid in place. There are many different ways of French braiding that make it unique; a person can braid at a slant, braid into a bun and only braid the bangs are just a few examples.

Compared to the simplest form of hair braid, a French braid has several practical advantages: it can restrain hair from the top of the head that is too short to reach the nape of the neck, and it spreads the weight and tension of the braid across a larger portion of the scalp. Its sleeker appearance is also sometimes viewed as more elegant and sophisticated. However, a French braid is more difficult to construct than a simple braid because of its greater complexity; when performed on one's own hair, it also requires a more prolonged elevation of the hands above the back of the head, and leaves more tangled hair along the scalp when unbraiding.

In this style of braid start on top of the head and braid it till the end of the hair. Braiding in this manner can be done with different braid types but the most popular are the classic type and the fishtail type.

History
Although called a "French braid", this hairstyle did not originate in France. In French, the hairstyle is natively called tresse africaine.

The phrase "French braid" appears in an 1871 issue of Arthur's Home Magazine, used in a piece of short fiction that describes it as a new hairstyle ("...do up your hair in that new French braid..."). However, no visual illustrations are provided for that context, making it impossible to tell whether it refers to the same hairstyle described above.

This three-strand gathered plait has been depicted in rock art in the Tassili n'Ajjer mountain range in Algeria nearly 6,000 years ago.

This hair style has also been depicted in art from the early Greek, Celtic, and Sung dynasty periods.

Variations
Variations on this hairstyle include:
Dutch braid: A Dutch braid (also called an inverted French braid or pineapple braid) is created when the three hair sections are crossed under each other, instead of over. It results in the look of a braid standing up from the rest of the hair, instead of being under the hair.

Fishtail braid: A fishtail braid resembles a French braid in its smoothly woven appearance, but divides the hair into only two sections instead of three. A small piece of each section is passed over to the other section over and over to form the braid. This style was called the "Grecian braid" in the 19th century.

Variations of this braid are also used to prepare horses' tails for showing, polo and polocrosse.
Multiple small, separate, parallel French braids are known as cornrows.

Source: wikipedia.com

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Hair style|I Want To Try A Short Haircut But Don't Know If It Will Look Good On Me!

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Short hair can look good on anyone as long as they get the right style for them. It is important to determine your face shape before you start looking at styles because even the best hairstyles can be a disaster on the wrong face shape!

When you've had long hair for a while, you start to get bored and crave for an edgier look. Especially today, rocking a short haircut is not considered bold as it pretty much is a trending fashion statement. But before chopping off your locks, the question that often arises is � 

�Will a short haircut look good on me?�

The answer is, YES!

Short Haircuts For Your Face Shape

The question must not be whether a short hairstyle will look good on you, but rather which short hairstyle will look good on you. Depending on the shape of your face, you can answer this question yourself. A good hairstyle balances your face shape by framing your face the right way. Here is a list of face shapes and the hairstyles that suit them best.

1. Round

The length and the width of the face are nearly the same for round faces. The cheekbones are the widest part of the face, and the features are soft. If you have a round face, like Ginnifer Goodwin, you should consider pixie styles that are voluminous at the crown. You should avoid volume on the side as it will add bulk to your face, so short bobs are not a good option. Bobs with layers that add an illusion of length can be considered, unless you have curly hair in which case it is best to steer clear of this hairstyle.

2. Square

Square faces are a lot like round ones because the length and width of the face are the same in both. The difference between the two is that square faces have sharp angular features while round faces have soft ones. Softer hairstyles go well with square faces as they give the face a less harsh and more feminine look. Sleek crops with a fringe and soft asymmetrical bobs are suitable for this face shape.

3. Oval

If the length of your face is greater than the width, with a forehead that is wider than your cheekbones, it is likely that you have an oval face. In addition to this, you would most probably have a tapering jaw. Most hairstyles suit this face type, and that is why it is known as the ideal face shape. Pixies with side-swept bangs, curls, and asymmetrical bobs, and other short, choppy hairstyles look great on oval faces.

4. Oblong

Oblong faces are similar to oval ones in the sense that they're both longer than they are wide, but the difference in between the two measurements is greater in an oblong face. The widths of the brow, cheekbones, and jaw are all about the same. As opposed to a round face, pixie styles that have a lot of volume on the crown do not suit an oblong face. Curly hair and bobs that add volume to the sides balance out this face shape.

5. Heart

Ruby Rose and Reese Witherspoon are some popular celebrities with this face shape. They have broad foreheads that are perfect for heavy bangs and narrow jaws, with a prominent chin and a pronounced jawline.  This adorable face shape goes well with dynamic hairstyles that shift the attention from the jawline. The lob, and pixie cuts and bobs that incorporate fringes look good on heart-shaped faces.

6. Diamond

A diamond-shaped face is widest at the cheekbones with a narrow jaw and brow. People with this face shape have sharp, angular features. Some styles that suit oval faces suit the diamond shaped face as well. Rihanna and Nicole Kidman are celebrities who have diamond faces. Hairstyles that suit diamond faces are ones that add bulk to the chin area. Side bangs and wispy hairstyles are ideal. Cuts that add bulk to the top of the head must be avoided.

It is understandable that the thought of chopping all your hair off is met with hesitation, but if you were looking for an excuse to take the plunge, this is it. There are many different styles to choose from even if it is just from the ones that suit your face shape. Short hair does not only look great but it is also super manageable, and probably just the change that you were looking for.

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Karishma SehgalBeing an ardent fashion, beauty and lifestyle enthusiast, I have contributed to a number of popular lifestyle magazines and blogs. My writings are mostly targeted towards young women on a budget who enjoy the art of looking good. Follow me on my brand new blog and Twitter!!

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Hair Style|Poems (!) for those bad hair days!

Did you ever consider expressing your mood of a bad hair day with a poem? Well, some people did!

Bad Hair Day Poems

Bad-Hair Day
Student:

I looked in the mirror
with shock and with dread
to discover two antlers
had sprung from my head.
The kids in my class
were complaining all day,

Classmates:

�We can�t see the board
with your horns in the way!�
Student:

The teacher was cross.
He asked,
Teacher:

�What�s your excuse?�
Student:

I said, �Well, I think have
used too much mousse.�

The End
� 2004 by Linda Knaus. Adapted from the poem in If Kids Ruled the School, published by Meadowbrook Press

I woke up this morning and my hair was such a mess

Its grey roots are showing through - oh dear I must confess

This lovely shade of titian red it really isn�t mine

But when I get the colour on I just look so divine

I open up the bottles and mix the liquids so

The mixture smells disgusting; but then again I know

Once I�ve hit the bottle and the mixture is all gone

Grey hairs will be covered so I have to carry on

My hair is dyed I cannot lie, but it makes me feel so great

To eradicate the grey ones it�s really down to fate

My mum went grey at an early age and dad he has hardly any left

So if I couldn�t dye my hair at all I would be quite bereft

Jan Allison

BAD HAIR DAY

There was a young lady named Fairday

On Monday she had a bad hair day

She twisted and clipped

But it flopped and it flipped

That poor young lady named Fairday.

She let her hair down

But she looked like a clown

Then she wailed and she cried

Said "Be damned, I've no pride"

So went to work wearing a crown.

c ELR 2013

Surreal Bad Hair Day

I stare in the mirror with fear on my face

So late for work my heart starts to race

I move the old brush, striving for perfection

As I gaze in horror at this shambling reflection

Each move of the hand makes it look worse

I am in need of a stylist or possibly a hearse

I squirt on some gel and it hits the mark

I turn on the dryer and out shoots a spark

I run all around with my hair quite ablaze

While it looks very hot it will be no new craze

I search for some water and instead I find cheese

I find this quite odd as I pant and I wheeze

I glance at my hair and it appears to be fur

But it did not before, of this I am sure

I begin to wake up, things start to come clear

I can see plainly how I had nothing to fear

Now it makes sense, things are not as they seem

Isn't it strange of what an animal can dream?

Copyright � 2015 Patrick Bird

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Hair style|Astonishing Creations by Melody Sparrow, Nevada, USA!

Melody sets herself apart with her highly advanced skill set, and her ongoing desire to learn new trends by engaging in adaptive hair styling methods makes her a very dedicated stylist!

Professional hair stylist with over 15 years of specialized experience and a new member of the Unicorn Tribe.  

Melody has superior product knowledge and technique that was developed from personal experience combined with her laser focus to clients desires.  Joico and Opaplex are two products that she trusts and integrates into her highly methodical hair color application process. 

Joico not only colors hair, but more importantly, it reconstructs and conditions your hair during the entire coloring process.  Olaplex is also a highly trusted product that is known for its professional results throughout the salon industry.  Olaplex gives Melody the opportunity to aid in achieving ultimate �blonde look,� without compromising the integrity of your hair.  Joico and Olaplex are the definitive choice of the salon community, and Melody completely supports these brands.

Melody is expertly certified in Hotheads Hair Extensions while Hotheads is an amazing product with many applications, it�s widely known for its ability to supply beautiful extensions, while keeping your hair full, fresh and free from damage.  In addition, Hotheads hair extensions are recognized for their affordability and ease of use; which always makes for a pleasurable salon experience.  For the best volume, length highlights and dynamic color- without damaging your hair, Hotheads is the specialized salons choice.

She works in 2 prestigious salons, beautiful Paso Robles in California The Wearhouse Salon right downtown of Paso Robles. The address is 819 12Th street ste 212. 

Her other location is Las Vegas beautiful Summerlin The Hair Standard Salon. Address 10247 W Charleston blvd. 

Insta is: @melmelqueenb

Facebook: is Melody Sparrow

Web site: is MelodySparrow.com

You can book with Melody on Style Seat too and also see more of her work at styleseat.com/i/melodysparrow 

email: melmelqueenb@hotmail.com

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