How to Protect Your Hair in the Cold Winter | Asian Hair And Beauty

The chilling wind during winter makes it exceptionally easy for your asian hair to be tangled. With problems like dryness and lack of moisture, there is a worsening of hair condition. So how does one go about maintaining smooth and shinny hair in this extreme weather? Here are some tips in protecting your hair.

Drastic fall of temperature in Winter is accompanied by decrease in humidity. The declining moisture in the air results in drying up of hair strands, causing your hair to become dry and brittle. This is especially so for thin hair strands which will get tangled easily and difficult to comb. Breakage of hair will also occur during combing and styling of hair.

Fine sand and dust can easily “attack” your hair in the midst of the cold winter winds. When combing, styling and tidying of asian hair, friction caused by bristles in the comb can cause your hair cuticles to be damaged, giving rise to frizzy hair.

After identifying the cause of frizzy hair, how does one prevent or solve hair problems? Below are some tips which may help you.

1. The most basic and most important tip is cleanliness. One should cultivate the habit of washing hair as good quality hair cleaning products not only get rids of dirt and oil but also maintains ample nutrients and moisture in hair. This will in turn allow for your hair to be healthy and strong.

2. Hair tonic and hair moisturizer is essential after washing of asian hair. The ingredients in hair moisturizer will allow for the surface molecules of hair to be arranged such that electrical charges between hair fibers are reduced. With the decrease in charges, an anti-static protective film is formed, allowing your hair to be moisturized, silky smooth and soft.

3. It is advisable to perform deep layer hair treatment for your hair at least once a week, using intensive hair treatment products. You can perform such professional treatment in the comfort of your own home. After washing your hair, your hair cuticles are opened and can easily absorb nutrients. Use a hair dryer at low temperature 20 minutes after wash. Be sure to keep your hair dryer at a distance from your hair.

4. Using combs made from natural materials like wood, cow’s horn or mane, can help to lessen the damage caused by static electricity.

5. More than 90% of hair is made up from protein, iodine and vitamin B1. These nutrients allow for your asian hair to maintain its natural colour and shine. Therefore, food, like fruits, bean sprout and fish liver oil, which contains necessary nutrients, are some of the food which are otherwise known as “food for hair”.

6. Regular consumption of green vegetables, beans and seaweed can promote healthy hair growth. Green vegetables aid melanin production, hence giving your hair a rich black colour. Seaweed-like food has high calcium, potassium, and iodine content which can help to delay graying of hair. In addition, too much salt or sugar intake can cause androgenic hair loss and make your limp and brown. Hence, if you want strong healthy asian hair, it is important to decrease your consumption of sweet food and pickles.

Lin Chi Ling and Barbie Hsu’s Hair Secrets | Asian Hair And Beauty

The 2 beautiful Taiwanese celebrities Barbie Hsu and Lin Chi Ling are not only famous for their good complexions, but also for their silky shiny hair. Here, they are going to disclose their closely guarded secrets to having gorgeous asian hair like theirs.

Lin Chi Ling believes that beauty radiates from the head (and hair..)

Lin Chi Ling believes it is crucial to pamper your hair as much as your skin and it needs equal protection against the sun too. She had observed that most people tend to only remember their beauty regimes for skincare when they are outdoors during summer. Yet, they have neglected to ensure equal protection for their hair against the harmful sun rays, UV light and the adverse effects of sea water. Hence, she would always don a stylish hat every time she’s outdoors, and also apply moisturizer to her hair. In short, you have to adore your hair as much as your skin.

Be persistent in having a regular hair care regime

Lin Chi Ling has to dye her long hair or change her hairstyle frequently due to work, both of which are extremely harmful to the hair follicles.

She added: “I no longer dye my hair to a shade that is too light in contrast to my original hair colour. Because by doing so, the black pigment in my hair is bleached, and after the hairstyling my hair becomes lifeless; I would need to do proper hair care everyday for a week to restore some of the moisture lost from my hair. Therefore, I would advise ladies with long asian hair to dye to a shade that is within 6 to 7 degrees of your original hair pigment for a more natural and radiant hair colour.”

She also mentioned that she would adhere to a rigorous hair care regime regardless of how late or how weary she is.

Give your hair a deep cleansing

Lin Chi Ling shared: “A lot of people think that washing their hair every day will do damage to their hair, but I beg to differ. If I do not wash my hair for one day, I would feel extremely ill at ease. The first thing that I would do when I wake up is to drink a cup of plain water before washing my hair. I also use deep cleansing hair products to ‘spring clean’ my hair on a weekly basis too. Well, some question the necessity of deep cleaning the hair if one washes his/her hair religiously every day. Actually, many do not know that Fluorescer is present in the daily hair wash that we use. Although Fluorescer helps to keep our hair smooth and manageable, it will also form a residual layer on the surface of our hair. Over time, this causes damage to our hair follicles, hence the need for an all natural deep hair cleansing regime weekly to eradicate these toxic particles. Our asian hair can only absorb nutrients better when the follicles are able to breathe freely.”

Barbie Hsu’s secrets to her luscious hair: Keep your hair from things that they should avoid

Barbie revealed that she has high expectations for her hair and would keep her hair away from things that it should avoid. For instance, flicking her hair to the front before sitting down on a seat to ensure that it will not be mercilessly sandwiched between the seat and the back of her shoulders!

No ponytail—it is the root to severe hair loss on the hairline and front part of hair

Barbie do not really wear a ponytail even at home, as she believes it can cause hair loss on the front portion of hair. Wearing a hair band is another big no-no.

Distribute the weight of hair in a balance manner by letting it hang down on both sides equally

Whenever Barbie is at home, she will definitely let her hair down on both sides of her chest, making sure to separate them equally. By doing so, the weight of her asian hair is balanced and this will minimize the risk of hair loss from unequal weight distribution.

Trendy International Male Hair Styles | Asian Hair And Beauty

These male hair styles had already been making their debut in several international fashion shows and runways last year and were now a hit with asian men and male asian hair styles scene. This type of hair style is very popular in asia now. Although it is not the latest trend, it is a tried and tested hairstyle and they look really good on asian men, so guys do consider going for this hair style if you want a change.

Cool Male Asian Hair Styles For 2010 | Asian Hair And Beauty

Guys, are you thinking of getting a new asian hair style for 2010? Here are 4 great looks that you can go for.

1. Short straight bob ‘mushroom’ crop with thick asymmetrical fringe. Go for dark violet or all black for that artistic look.

2. The 60s rocker permed hair look. Go for center parting on the fringe and get a natural chestnut hair dye to complete this look.

3. Short fringe with V-shaped thick sideburns. Go for a light brown tone to give a cool look.

4. Short fringe layered crop, go for dark brown or black to give that manly look.

Cool Female Short Asian Hair Styles For 2010 | Asian Hair And Beauty

2010 is here, so it’s time to have a change of asian hair styles to start the new year. If you are thinking of cutting your hair off to a short crop, here are some inspiration for you.

How To Grow Hair Faster | Asian Hair And Beauty

Many people are interested to know how to grow asian hair faster, especially if there’s an upcoming wedding, important function or first date to attend. They wished that there is a secret formula for their hair to go from short to long in the shortest time possible, so that they could turn up for the event with their beautiful hair on that day.

The truth is this.  Although some people’s hair can grow relatively fast, the average annual hair growth for most people is at most 14cm.  There is no way to make the hair grow beyond this length in a few months. If you would like to change your hairstyle from a short bob to a long ponytail, the only way is to attach asian hair extensions or to wear a wig.

On average, everyone has about 100,000 strands of hair. The average hair growth per month is approximately 1.125 cm. It is estimated to take 2 years for one to grow from a bald head to shoulder-length hair, taking considerations of long-term environmental damage, and constant exposure to combing, blowing, styling, perming and dyeing. Imagine how the condition of a silk fiber will be like if we keep doing these same actions to it for 2 years. As such, your hair will still ‘wear and tear’ to certain extend even with the best asian hair treatment. Nevertheless, it is possible to grow hair faster, albeit in a natural way and here are some tips for you.

How To Speed Up Hair Growth
The right vitamins and minerals play an important role for hair growth.  Lack of nutrients will result in thinning and delicate hair, and even baldness. Inactive thyroid activity can cause split ends and weak hair. In contrast, active thyroid activity will produce shiny supple hair. In general, your hair reflects the condition of your health.  If you are healthy and have abundant nutrition, you hair will show its shine and lustre. Consuming adequate amino acids or vitamin B can stimulate the hair growth.  Others such as vitamin B6, vitamin H, inositol, or folic acid also help to build healthy hair. Some minerals such as magnesium, sulfur, silica, and zinc are also beneficial for the maintenance of healthy hair. Beta carotene is also vital for healthy hair growth. This is because it converts into Vitamin A whenever the body requires and aids in bone development, healthy skin, healthy asian hair and nails. Beta carotene can be absorbed from the intake of green or yellow vegetables and fruits.

Importance Of Protein
Hair is made up of protein, so a protein deficiency due to excessive weight loss can result in weak and fragile hair or slower hair growth. If you consume a diet rich in protein, it will help speed up hair growth. Some nutrition experts recommend a daily nutritional intake to include yeast, wheat germ, lecithin, etc. to enhance hair growth, hair strength and beauty.  Other sources of protein intake includes consumption of fish, eggs, beans and yoghurt. Soy protein has been researched to be beneficial for hair growth. One study has found that soy protein not only helps to strengthen the hair, but also aids in its growth. Tofu is a good choice for soy protein.

Factors That Slow Down Hair Growth
Excessive stress and certain drugs can prevent or slow down hair growth, as some medicine has side effects like hair loss. If you are on medication, it is also best to consult a doctor whether it is safe to consume any new vitamins, minerals or herbal remedies at the same time, as you don’t want any adverse reactions that lead to hair loss. If you are living with stress, then it is helpful to learn to release it. You may try meditation or other relaxation methods to reduce stress. When you are stressed out, so will your hair be. Hence, your hair will grow better and faster without stress. Another tip towards healthy asian hair growth is sufficient rest and sleep. Research has found that having an adequate amount of sleep (recommended 7-9 hours) is necessary for hair growth.

Hair growth supplements
With a proper diet, exercise, reduction of stress, rest and plenty of sleep, you will help your hair to grow faster. Consuming hair supplements, vitamins and minerals will also help to grow hair faster. Most people will know that having an adequate intake of vitamins or minerals is beneficial for healthy hair and hair growth. As it is difficult for most people to take proper amount of vitamins and minerals from the food they eat, taking vitamin supplements  daily is a good way to ensure your hair and body will get the sufficient vitamins it need.

List of supplements
Consuming the following supplements in your diet can help grow hair to grow faster, increase its flexibility, strength and resistance, and help restore its shine. (As a reminder, please consult your doctor prior to taking any vitamin supplements.)
- Multi-vitamin B-50mg, containing vitamin B group (folic acid, vitamin H, inositol)
- Vitamin B-6 – 50mg.
- Vitamin C plus bioflavonoids  (1-2 grams per day)
- Vitamin E
- Carotene
- Nettle
- Linseed oil

Here are some general tips for hair growth from asian hair loss experts:
1. Quit or reduce smoking, caffeine, carbonated drinks as these will affect your health and slow down hair growth or even lead to hair loss.
2. Losing weight through a healthy and low fat diet and avoiding high sugar or fatty food.
3. Avoid unnecessary combing or styling and try to refrain from hair dye (probably 2 hair dyes a year if you must have).
4. Try to cut down washing hair with hot water, using hot hair dryer or any other electrical devices with heat.
5. Do a weekly scalp massage to stimulate hair growth.
6. Use hot oil hair treatment or hair mask every week to protect and nourish hair.
7. Trim off hair ends regularly to maintain healthy and faster hair growth.
8. Getting adequate rest and sleep also aids in healthy asian hair growth.

How To Straighten Your Hair | Asian Hair

The popularity of hair straightening has caused an increase in the sales of asian hair straightening products. So what are the methods we can take to achieve straight hair? What are the hair straightening products available in the market and how much do they cost? What will make our hair turn into beautiful, shiny and shimmering straight hair?

There are three factors to consider when determining what asian hair straightening method will be suitable for your hair. First of all, is the condition of your hair. Wavy hair will be easier and less expensive to straighten than curly hair.  The next thing to consider is how long you want the hair straightening effect to last. Some hair straightening treatment last for more than 6 months and some less than 3 months. The final factor to consider is maintenance of your hair. Some hair straightening treatment require maintenance like blow drying straight  every day, while others require little to no work.

The most expensive and also most lasting method is to go for hair straightening at a hair salon. Hair stylists use professional hair straightening chemicals that can almost permanently straighten your hair that can normally last for 6 months or more. Rather than using a do-it-yourself kit, it pays to find professional help to do it. They can evaluate how strong the hair straightening chemical need to be used based on your asian hair condition and yet will not damage your hair. This method usually requires minimal maintenance, but it be difficult to experiment with different hair styles. Another thing to take note is that the better the condition of your hair or the healthier your hair is, the better the hair straightening chemicals can be absorbed into your hair and thus make the hair straightening effect last longer.

The most popular tool to achieve straight asian hair is using a hair straightening iron. There are many straightening flat hair irons of different prices and types. It is recommended to use a ceramic flat hair iron as they have better temperature control and is smoother to use than a metal iron. The downfall of using a flat hair iron is that the hair straightening effect is temporary and only last until the next washing of your hair. Be sure to avoid chemical treatments on your hair when using a flat hair iron to avoid hair damage and get regular trims to eliminate split ends.

Korean Actress Kim So Eun Hairstyles | Asian Hair

Korean actress Kim So Eun (???) started to gain popularity after her debut in a supporting role in popular korean drama ‘Boys Over Flowers’ as the innocent and sweet friend of Geum Jan Di -  Chu Ga Eul. The pretty actress also is also a very photogenic girl who is able to suit many different kinds of hairstyle. Here are some of Kim So Eun’s beautiful pictures and gorgeous asian hair style pictures.

Pretty Asian Hair Styling For Females | Asian Hair

Here are some pretty asian hair styles that ladies can go for during the hot days in summer or to simply create a new look.

1. Side Ribbon Hairstyle (For Shoulder Length Hair)

Gather half of your hair into a pony tail, twist it sideways and pin it with a hairpin securely.

Attach a black ribbon hair clip sideways on the twisted hair part.

Apply some hair gel on hair ends, spray some water on it and blow dry it to make it curl.

And here’s how it look from the side and back.

2. Pinned Up Short Bob Asian Hair Style (For Chin Length Hair or Shorter)

Apply some hair gel on top part of your hair and scrunch it with your fingers to make it look ‘messy’.

Use black hair pins to pin the lower part of your hair underneath the top part of your hair.

The final look from sideview and back.

3. Side Ponytail (for longer asian hairstyles)

Grab your hair sideways into a pony tail and tie it into a half loose bun with a black rubber band

Twist the rest of your hair and pull it up into a bun and secure it with a black hair pin.

Apply some hair gel or hair wax on the hair ends and make it curl out.

Here’s the look of this asian hair style sideways and from the back.

How to be Healthy and Beautiful using Health and Beauty Tips | Asian Hair

When it comes to health and beauty tips, you may think of vitamins, cosmetics, natural skincare, organic foods or a variety of other health practices. Things like dietary routine, exercise regimen and care for your mental and physical health are vital to your overall body well being. It cannot be denied that physical appearance is a critical part of how you act and feel about yourself. Of course over time it can even impact your health. If you wish to remain as healthy and as beautiful as possible you need to understand all your options.

Health and beauty are both sciences that play a major role. Here is a brief introduction to some major players:

• Health and Beauty Protection
Heath and beauty conservation includes anything that helps your body resist problems. This may include taking a daily vitamin each day to keep your body in healthy shape. It also can involve the use of cosmetics and natural skincare to protect from environmental weathering. It might also incorporate agents to protect you from free radicals which may cause skin cancer. Health and beauty defense has a lot to do with your emotional well being as well. Keep your stress down by watching an organic foods diet and plenty of meditation.

• Natural skincare factors
Natural skincare products and their popularity have increased in recent years. This is because people started to realize that a lot of the cosmetics that they were using could actually damage their skin. They learned that the best way to maintain a healthy body was to work with it using natural skincare and cosmetics. On a regular basis you will find these items include organic foods. They contain vitamins that benefit your health topically and inside. In order to get the best results, you need to understand the science behind natural skincare.

• The elements of anti-aging
Anti-aging is a category that includes a variety of different health and beauty practices. Your anti-aging goals will include having your body act more youthful. This often indicates that you will need to use cosmetics and natural skincare to keep skin healthy. It can mean using vitamins and special nutritional agents to make your body act younger. In the end this will lead to fewer pains! This often also leads to improved memory and stamina. Anti-aging routines that are comprehensive involve special organic foods diets as well.

Your health, beauty and even hair depend on your perseverance. Your physical appearance and body will deteriorate without your attention. Knowing how and why your body works with certain health and beauty products will yield the best results. Natural skincare, vitamins, cosmetics and organic foods will help create the perfect wellbeing blend.

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