Yoga moves for that perfect Body!

Thousands of years ago, a man sat with his eyes closed, deep in meditation, yet aware of the connection between all beings. When he opened his eyes, he noticed a beautiful, strong tree. But instead of breaking the meditative state and experiencing the tree as "over there," he had a shift in perception.

He saw, for the first time, that there was no separation between himself and the tree. They were made of the same molecules, they breathed the same air, and they could not live without one another -- they actually were the same being in different physical forms.

Sara Ivanhoe, Yoga Instructor/writer, www.saraivanhoe.com. "Like the lotus flower that grows out of the mud, I feel totally grounded here, balanced...so that I can bloom completely,"
In other words, he and the tree were one. This was a moment of identification, connection, and unity. It was yoga. Overwhelmed by this feeling of "tree-ness," he could no longer keep it confined in his mind. This feeling of union had to take a physical form.

The man spontaneously stood up, balanced on one leg, and shot his arms into the air in a passionate expression of the bhav (feeling) of the tree. He had channeled his tree-ness, and was so overtaken with compassionate feeling that he couldn’t help but spring into the pose to experience being the tree: "I know how it feels to be you, it feels like this..." This was the beginning of hatha yoga.

Beyond words, yoga is the experience of union that we once thought was outside ourselves. The yogis pictured here went on a personal journey within to channel their own nature of asana. And because the focus of this issue is on our environment, we especially wanted to explore yoga’s connection to nature.

Sara Ivanhoe, Yoga Instructor/writer. "I am the tree! The tree is me!" says she. This redwood tree, planted in 1908, will turn 100 years old next year. Special thanks to Gary Deutschman for the use of his home.

eEka Pada Rajakapotasana (Pigeon pos) Keshni Kashyap, writer

"Pigeon opens my hips and makes me feel creative!" says she.

Simhasana (Lion pose) Ross, yoga instructor.

"It's all good. Yoga feels good and it's fun!" says he

Vatayanasana (Horse pose) Schein, yoga instructor

"I love Horse because it’s a deep hip-and-shoulder opener. As a balancing pose, it also challenges me to focus on my drishti. It’s fun to incorporate hips, shoulders, drishti, and balance into one posture."

Garudasana (Eagle pose)

Kahshanna Evans, Actress, upcoming indie film The Wrong Hands, her first lead.

"I love Eagle Pose! I love that an eagle connects the ‘heavens’ to the earth. There is something empowering in journeying between the God and the Goddess, connecting and understanding, receiving inspiration from both...uh, oh, now I sound like a real hippie! I feel strong, rooted, and still very feminine when I rock my Eagle Pose."

Parsva bakasana (Side crow) Vinnie Marino, yoga instructor

"It's a little bit like taking flight..."

Ardha chandrasana (Half moon pose) Tom Morley, yoga instructor

"I like Half Moon Pose because I feel like I'm flying for a moment. I actually feel the transition from effort to effortlessness.

Krouhancsana (Heron pose)

Sofia Vassilieva, actress on NBC hit series Medium

"The heron is an intense stretch that restores my inner balance, releases tension in the body and mind, and opens the heart."

nasana (Upward facing dog) Maxine Bahns, actress/certified yoga work instructor

"I love the way I feel in Upward Facing Dog. My chest and shoulders are open, allowing me to take a deep breath. And, at the same time, my spine is elongated and flexed, which helps with the lower back pain I sometimes get from cycling and running. It’s a gentle backbend that fires up the whole body."

HAIR CARE TIPS

1. Oily hair? Invest in a dry shampoo If you have blonde hair, sprinkling a bit of baby powder on your roots and at your crown will soak up excess oils. If you have brown hair, you might be better off with a dry shampoo for your hair color.

2. Wrapping hair around the barrel creates waves There's nothing sexier than long, layered waves. To get them, wind hair AROUND the barrel of a large curling iron. Reverse direction for each 2-inch section (wind up for one, down for another).

3. You can never go wrong with layers Layers are great for any hair type: Super curly, straight or wavy. It makes thin hair appear thicker, curly hair appear manageable and wavy hair appear just-got-back-from-the-beach

Hairstyles for Bridal

Hairstyles for Bridal Attendants

1. When you are chosen to be a bridesmaid, it is because the bride considers you an important part of her life and wants you by her side to represent her on one of the biggest days of her life. An important part of your job as a bridesmaid is to look your best, without overshadowing the bride. When choosing a wedding hairstyle, pick a style that will make you feel beautiful but won't overshadow the bride.
Side Bun
2. A side bun is a fun, creative style that is still formal but a little playful at the same time. The side bun can be worn in a variety of styles; more casually for less formal weddings, such as beach weddings or outdoor events. A side bun is also idea for neater and more formal for upscale events. For the side bun style, the hair is swept to the side of the face and pinned into a bun. The bun can consist of pin curls, or be twisted into a ballerina style bun. If the bride allows you to use hair accessories, add a flower or pretty barrette to the top of the bun, and you will look both classy and elegant.
Side Ponytail
3. A side ponytail is very similar to the side bun, but perhaps a little less formal than the previous style. Side ponytails are good because they can be both formal and informal. They are good for the trendy, less traditional type of bridesmaid who wants to do something a little different with her hair. The hair can be curled first, or worn in loose waves or completely straight. The ponytail is swept to the side and over one shoulder, and secured with a ponytail holder or bobby pin. A small strand of hair can be wrapped around the ponytail to cover the holder, or a pretty hair accessory can be used as well.
Updo
4. A traditional updo makes a pretty, formal bridesmaid style. The hair can be teased at your crown and piled in curls high on the head, or pulled into a neat bun, French twist or knot at the nape of your neck. Curled pieces of hair can be left loose for a messier look, or the hair can be combed back and secured tightly for a neat look. Create a drastic side part, and pin the front of the hair to the side, or comb all of you hair straight back and away from your face.
Half-Updo
5. The half-updo is a good compromise between a full updo and wearing your hair completely down. Pull the sides of the hair back into a half ponytail, or pull the bangs and front of your hair back over the top of your head. Half-updos can be worn curly or straight, and hair accessories can be added to dress up the look.

Celebrities Beauty Fragrence Secrets

They have a number of perfume-sets for men and women 'Signature', 'Intimate', 'Instinct' etc. Posh Beckham chose a pink and silver design for her scent, while masculine David went for a brown color scheme.

Christina Aguilera's 'Inspire' is a fragrance that celebrates the young woman and freedom to express yourself.

Sarah Jessica Parker's 'Covet's is a modern classic fougere fragrance. Precious, feminine and seductive, it is a stunning blend of fresh green notes, gorgeous florals and sensuous woods that instantly draws you in and won't let you go.

Inspired by a shimmering western sky, this fragrance by Shania Twain was released in September 2007 and is described as 'fruity floral' with top notes of mandarin, lemon, apple blossom and white freesia.

Shilpa Shetty has created her own signature scent called 'S2'. The perfume is fusion of many different scents with the keynotes derived from flowers and fruits, including Mandarin, Bergamot, Peach, Jasmine and Sandalwood. She championed the perfume market after her S2 perfume reached Number 3 in the UK Fragrance Chart within 2 weeks of it's launch.


Kylie Minogue launched her very first fragrance 'Darling'. After successful first fragrance Kylie launched a second one named 'Sweet Darling'.

Britney Spears first joined forces with the Elizabeth Arden firm for her debut fragrance, 'Curious'. Then she released 'Fantasy'. It was introduced by the design house of Giorgio Armani. It is a refined flowery fragrance with a blend of fruits, jasmine and heliotrope with low notes of cedar vanilla and musk. Next came 'In Control', a sexy mixture of loquat fruit and sandalwood. Then, Britney recently teamed up again with Elizabeth Arden to create 'Believe', her newest fragrance. It is a delicate and sensual blend of warm, seductive amber and exotic florals.

Mariah Carey has a fragrance called 'M' to her name. In co-operation with Elizabeth Arden, Mariah launched the summer edition of her second perfume, named Luscious Pink. They created the fragrance containing notes of Sicilian bergamot, accords of ocean breeze and Italian sparkling cocktail Bellini.

Singer-actress Jennifer Lopez has 13 perfumes to her name. The most popular amongst them is 'Glow by JLo'. The earliest editions originate from 2002 and the newest ones from 2009.

Paris Hilton has nine perfumes under her signature line. The earliest edition was launched in 2005 and the newest one from 2009. Paris Hilton fragrances are made in association with perfumers Jean-Claude Delville, Mane USA, Steve Demercado, Jean-Louis Grauby, James Krivda and Honorine Blanc.

The first perfume by famous Oscar winning actress Halle Berry 'Halle' was launched by the actress recently. The scent is meant to be reminiscent of the beach and evoke 'the spirit of a woman who is effortlessly sexy, stylish and elegant.'

Anything associated with a celeb is sure to make a statement and perfumes are no exception. So, what makes celebrities endorse a specific brand of perfume or create one on their own? Take a look at the celebs who have bottled up their own signature scent.

Kim Kardashian's first signature fragrance, called 'Kim Kardashian' was launched. Kim describes the scent as sexy and sultry yet youthful and it transfers perfect from day to night. Some of the ingredients in her scent are Gardenia, tuberose and jasmine.

'Heat' is the first fragrance by attractive and talented Beyonce and it has arrived in the market. Name of the fragrance was inspired by Beyonce's tour and performances. Colour of flacon and liquid was chosen after Beyonce's favourite colour, red, with a wish to look like fire with antique details. A passionate perfume offers honeysuckle, almond and musky cream, while a base finishes with sequoia wood, tonka and amber.

Kate Moss hit the perfume jackpot with her signature 'Vintage'. The fragrance is a perfect mix of fruity, floriental (floral and oriental), vanilla and musk. Her fragrance is inspired by her love for vintage fashion and this is her fourth fragrance after she introduced 'Kate' by Kate Moss, 'Velvet Hour' and 'Summer Time'.
Amitabh Bachchan, known for his immaculate dressing sense and distinctive style, is all set to cash in on his popularity. The Bollywood superstar is preparing to launch a second fragrance named after him in Paris. The new cologne will be launched by the makers of his first signature perfume, French brand Lomani. Lomani introduced in 2002 a floral-spicy blend named after the star.


Leading French perfume brand Jeanne Arthes had named a fragrance after Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan. Labeled 'Tiger Eyes by SRK', the perfume is Shah Rukh's invincible facets captured in a bottle. The perfume comes in both the male and female version and the bottle has a picture of SRK and Tiger on it.


For years, the name Lata has conjured ideas of beautiful melodies and a timeless voice. Now capture all the magic that is Lata with her signature fragrance that mixes 78 ingredients for a sweet yet musky scent, held by the finest imported glass. 'Lata' is a fresh and floral perfume that reflects the essence of the warm and modest person behind the enigmatic Living Legend 'Lata Mangeshkar'.


Supermodel Kate Moss launched an exclusive perfume brand to compete with fellow supermodels Naomi Campbell and Cindy Crawford. Her scent is called simply 'Kate' and the fragrance is a mix of elegant and risque with smoky rose and black undertones with a vintage English feel.

STRAWBERRY BEAUTY TIPS

Strawberries come loaded with Vitamin C. They have anti-bacterial properties and also help improve the body's absorption of iron. Strawberries have a mild bleaching effect on the skin which help clear blemishes.

Strawberry beauty tips for you! Those pretty little berries do more than just please our palates: they clear up acne and oiliness, make skin younger and smoother, whiten teeth, reduce under-eye puffiness, leave hair glossy and beautifully conditioned, and so much more!

Take ½ cup ripe tSrawberries and ¼ cup cornstarch. Mix both things together to make a paste. As usual apply this mixture on the face and neck and let it be as it is for 20 minutes. Later rinse with cold water. Strawberries are best for oily skin.

Cut a Strawberry and rub it over your face. This will help lighten the skin.


Strawberry contain good amount of antioxidants that helps in removing dead cells from the body. It even gives rich texture to your skin. Crush three strawberries and mix it with milk. Use as cleanser on your skin, thus helps in removing dead cells from the skin. It also helps in tightening your skin.

Care for your NAILS

Clean and well-manicured nails often help to make a good impression and we often spend a lot of time and effort in trying to beautify them.

But nails are more indicative about a person than just the hygiene habits. They are also good health indicators and a sure-shot give-away for many diseases. These symptoms are different from the nail-related diseases and it’s important to be able to read the correct tell-tale signs, as they may warn you about a disease that you may be unaware of. Though the nail in itself is nothing but a dead tissue, the areas under the cuticle and the nail are alive and these areas make the nail vulnerable to damage or infection. Hence diseases can easily manifest themselves on nails.

“It is true that nails often give us clues to diseases occurring inside the body. Not only do they tell you about your present health, but also about your past trauma or illness. For instance, horizontal lines and depressions medically termed as Beau’s lines can tell you about about your past illness or white spots/white lines on a nail suggests a random injury to the nail bed,” says city-based health writer Dr Parul R Sheth.

Calling them windows to an individual’s overall health, head or dermatology Dr Nina Madnani explains, “When we examine a patient we always examine the nails too. Like the skin, nails are excellent indicators of what’s going on inside your body. If your nails are healthy — smooth and pink with a slightly curved surface — your body is probably healthy too.”

Talking about the possible reasons, she adds, “The discolouration or disfiguration could be due to several reasons and they may be systemic or a result of a local nail infection. For example, the yellowing of nails could be due to excessive use of nail polish or nail hardeners, but it could also indicate jaundice.”

Nails also tend to absorb various substances, so it isn’t uncommon to notice slight discolouration in the nails of a person who smokes regularly or a person who deals with certain chemicals having nails of a bluish tinge. “Any change in tone and texture should be looked into immediately,” says dermatologist Dr Sunil Tahiliani.

What nails indicate:
- If you have brittle nails, then you may be iron deficient. They are also indicators for biotin deficiency, kidney disorder, thyroid or circulation problems.

- Thickening of nails indicate circulation problems.

- Concave nails (bent inwards) are a symptom of iron deficiency and/or lack of Vitamin B12.

- The deficiency of Vitamn C makes the nails to split or become frayed.

They could also indicate psoriasis, or a lack of folic acid and proteins.
- Clubbing of nails could be because of oxygen deficiency in the body, due to lung, heart or liver problems.

- Nails with pits are usually a symptom of psoriasis.
- Lines and grooves on the nails are often associated with various diseases. The vertical ridges appear due to arthritis, while horizontal ridges are a result of too much stress.

- B12 deficiency is signified by dark nails.

- Pale nails could be due to anemia or problems with the kidneys/liver.

- Red nails are often due to heart disease.

- Blue nail beds are the result of lack of oxygen in the blood, most likely due to asthma, emphysema or other lung and heart diseases.

- Grey nail beds are a symptom of diseases like arthritis, glaucoma, cardio diseases or excessive malnutrition.

- Yellow nail beds indicate liver disorders, diabetes, lymphatic diseases or chronic bronchitis.

Taking care:
It is very important to take good care of nails and not ignore or avoid any symptom, but some of the symptoms can also appear in healthy individuals. So, don’t be alarmed at every slight looking change or if you happen to have some of these symptoms. “Though nails sometimes do tend to change the colour sometimes, it’s better not to ignore only if the change seems permanent. Often women tend to hide any discolouration or disfiguration by painting the nails. Ignoring such signs and viewing them as only an aesthetic problem could be dangerous to your health and may only worsen the condition. The wise thing to do is to visit your doctor to rule out all causes of the abnormality,” says Dr Madnani.

Symptoms of Premature Greying of Hair

Causes of Premature Greying of Hair

Faulty diet, Mental worries and lack of vitamins

A faulty diet and mental worries are the two primary causes of premature greying of hair. Lack of some of the B vitamins, iron, copper, and iodine in the daily diet is said to be a contributory factor. Mental worries produce extraordinary tension in the skin of the scalp; this interferes with the supply of vital nutrition necessary for the health of the hair.

Heredity, unclean condition of scalp etc

Other causes of premature greying of hair are an unclean condition of the scalp, washing the hair with hot water, drying it with an electric dryer, and use of hair dyes. Heredity is also a predisposing factor.

Home Remedies for GREY/WHITE HAIR

Premature Greying of Hair treatment using Curry Leaves

Liberal intake of curry leaves is considered beneficial in preventing premature greying of hair. These leaves have the property of providing vitality and strength to hair roots. New hair roots that grow are healthier and contain a normal pigment. The leaves can be used in the form of chutney, or may be squeezed in buttermilk. When the leaves are boiled in coconut oil, the oil forms an excellent hair tonic to stimulate hair growth and bring back hair pigmentation.

Minimal Make-up In 10 Mins

Make up in 10 mins

Luscious lips, smoky eyes and rosy cheeks… if you thought you had to do all this and much more to look gorgeous, you are wrong. You can be the cynosure of all eyes with minimal make-up that takes less than 10 minutes.

Surprised? You don't have to be. Here's how you can look prim and proper for every occasion, even when you are hard pressed for time.
An impromptu date
If it's one of those kinds of surprises when he lands up at your workplace one evening to whisk you off to somewhere for an unplanned date, tell him you'll be there in 10 at most.

There will be no time for any elaborate eye make up. So just cleanse your face and rub in some moisturiser. Line your eyes just on the upper lids and redo the lipstick.

Don't bother so much with the rouge. The excitement you're feeling will show through and that will be good enough! ;)
Interview perfect
A few minutes before going into the interview suite, lock yourself in the powder room for some last moment fixes.

Gently dab at any nervousness induced perspiration on your chin or forehead. Re-touch the lipstick and take a moment to relax.

If your hair is done up in a neat French knot, don't disturb it. If there're a few stray strands, push them behind your ear and tuck the lock gently back into the roll. Brush loose hair before you step out.
An unplanned evening
If your friends call and say they'd be picking you up for a party and that you need to be ready in the next few minutes, take out your makeup kit as you're getting dressed.

Smudge some kohl on the upper and lower lashes before powdering off any hints of dark circles. Touch your cheekbones with a subtle blush. Keep the lipstick for the end. Don't bother with a liner.

Give three minutes each to the eyes, cheeks and lips.
Rushing for a presentation
Spend time only on defining your eyes and lips well. Line the upper lashes. A subtle eye shadow should be just fine apart from light mascara if you'd like.

Line your lips and fill in lip color. Focus on the hair as well and brush is well if you're leaving it loose.
Off to work in a jiffy
Line the upper and lower lashes and then focus on getting the lipstick right. You might not want to fuss too much with eye shadow and blushers for work, unless you'll be meeting some important clients or it's your company's anniversary.

Give yourself just 10 minutes for a quick make up job and see heads turn!

Latest Trends in Celebrity Hairstyles 2010

Fashion trends have their root in Hollywood and Bollywood. Whether it is the trend in apparel, hairstyles, shoes, accessories or any other aspect of beauty and fashion it is all from the movies and T.V shows. Celebrities have developed a niche on the platform of beauty and fashion. Celebrity hairstyles can be sourced from any of the fashion magazines, social gatherings, internet, or even the award shows of the stars.

Most of the current trends in the hairstyles are reflection of the hairstyles that models and celebrities wear. The first role model or the fashion trend setter that ever comes to the mind is Jennifer Aniston who has pioneered sedu hairstyles. With the introduction of sedu flat iron it became easier to achieve the natural, long, soft tresses.

Sedu celebrity hairstyles that use a patented ionic technology are the latest fashion trend. These hairstyles could be long or short. Among all the popular celebrity hairstyles Jennifer Aniston sedu hairstyle has reached the peak of popularity. What makes the celebrity sedu hairstyles so popular is a big question. The simple answer to that is the sedu iron or the Jennifer Aniston hair straighter that is a combination of science and innovation.

Keira Kingthley, Charlize Theron, Mandy Moore, and Nicole Richie are some of the popular models for short celebrity hairstyles that are sassy, light and comfortable. These hairstyles are great and can be worn on any occasion from formal parties to late night dinners and informal gatherings. There are various celebrity short hairstyles that stand out to be unique in all aspect. Halle Berry is considered to be the queen of short hairstyles.

Mid-length hairdos are a copy of the looks of Kate Winslet, Gwen Stefani, and Cameron Diaz. Long hairs are any time beautiful and glamorous. Marcia Cross, Nicole Kidman, Jessica Simpson, Lindsay Lohan and Charlize Theron wear the most beautiful long hairstyles that can be copied by anyone for a frumpy and eloquent look.

The well known Indian celebrities who have made a remarkable addition to the fashion trends are Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, Priyanka Kapoor, Rani Mukherjee and Preeti Zinta. People's infatuation towards these celebrities has incorporated their hairstyles in the fashion trends.

Top Short Hairstyles For 2010

With every New Year comes an array of new fads and styles. The fashion industry goes full circle every year introducing the new colours, lengths and styles. Not entirely different is the popular hair styles for the year. Just like in fashion, people look to the top celebrities for the hair styles and colours that are really going to kick of this year. With celebrities such as Lady Gaga and Rihanna making the biggest headlines at the end of 09 this could be an unusual and interesting year for hair styles.

Many of the top fashion designers and hairstylists think that this year's top styles will come down to three elements; versatility, diversity and colour.

Versatility

It seems that with every year come more and more changes to celebrity hairstyles over a shorter period of time. Celebs going from brunette to blonde in different styles in one week are no longer a big surprise. So, with quick changes in mind versatility is key. Popular cuts will be easily maintainable medium length hair that can be done in a wide variety of styles. Therefore, it won't be difficult to get a variety of edgy looks quickly and effectively with the minimum of hassle. Classic looks will be popular but with fanciful touches to add a twist. Fringes look set to remain popular but in a wider variety of styles.

Diversity

However, despite the obvious top styles there looks set to be a greater degree of diversity in hairstyles than there have been for a long time. Of course there will always be those who like long hair and those who like short, but this year's key to diversity seems to be shot up by celebrity culture. At the tail end of last year and the start of this year there where a wide variety of popular styles being sported by celebs that really stood out. As a result it looks like the array of long and short styles will be more emphasised than ever before.

Colour

Colours look set to be in the extremes this year. Much of last year was about understated subtle tones, but this year looks set to really go all out on colour. Silver highlights and vibrant reds look set to be popular and good products like aussie conditioner and Nicky Clarke hair products can really help to maintain the look.

Overall it looks set to be a very outgoing and vibrant year for hair with a range of celebrity styles leading the way.

Long Haircuts - For Type All 2010

Let us be very honest. We are all a little envious of those who have beautiful long hair. Anybody can maintain a short bob cut or any other short haircut. However, long hair is harder to maintain, or so we think. In reality, unlike short hair, long layered haircuts suits all kind of facial shapes and can be maintained with the same amount of care that goes into short hair.

For long hair haircut with layers give the face a soft and feminine look. We often think of long layered hairs as a specific single style. In reality, the long layered haircuts come in many styles like the long face framing layers, choppy layers, layers with blunt bangs, layers with side-swept bangs, curly long layers, layered bobs etc. Depending on the shape of the face, you can choose any type of layered haircuts that suit you.

Hairstylists categorize faces into eight basic shapes and apply the long layered haircuts accordingly. Oval shaped faces are considered the most versatile of facial shapes because it complements a multiple array of long layered haircuts. Rather the only cut to avoid is having too many layers on top of the head, which makes the face look longer or gaunt.


However, this is exactly what women with round faces need, to add some length to their face. Haircuts with layers that fall just below the chin take away the roundness of the face from the sides as well, giving it a more oval shape.

For women with long and narrow rectangular faces, the haircuts with layered hair can shorten the faces' length and add roundness to the otherwise narrow shape. Hairstylists suggest long hair, with layers at short intervals and bangs and a side part. With this face shape though hair shouldn't be cut too short or too long.

Faces with narrow forehead and wide chin are labeled pear-shaped. Opposite of the heart shaped face, women with pear shaped face need to add width to their forehead and hide the wideness of their chin. Get long layered haircuts that leave you with layers falling along the chin. Brush hair off the forehead and wear it loosely to give some volume on top and around the forehead.

Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but a diamond shaped face can also shine the same way with the right long layered haircuts. Wear long layered hair brushed away from forehead or loose around the top to give width to it. Layers should fall in wisps around the wide chin to hide its width.

Women with square faces often want to take away the edges and bring some roundness to it. Long layered haircuts with wispy medium bangs falling around the jaw line usually add that softness and feminine curve to the face. Layers should not be allowed to grow chin length or longer in this case.

Hairstyles are all about hiding the drawbacks and enhancing the advantages. Women with heart shaped faces want to take the attention away from their wider forehead and add volume to their jaw line. Soft long hair with layers sweeping across the cheekbone will be able to do that. Avoid blunt or uneven layers with this face shape.

Long layered haircuts can be worn up, in a ponytail, or in various styles. Moreover, long layered haircuts can be given different looks at home using curling irons or hairs strengtheners. Currently, there are various stylizing products that can be used to give volume or curls to your hair for a temporary style using the long layered hair cut as basis.

Hairstyles for Thin Hair 2010

When you have thinner hair, it can be hard to find the right hairstyle that will not only compliment your facial shape but also perhaps hide the thinning spots of your hair as well. All too many times the latest and most popular hairstyles tend to only accentuate your thinning hair instead of making you feel more comfortable and fashionable. There are millions of people who have thin or fine hair that may not go well with absolutely every hairstyle, but there are many great hairstyles that can compliment your hair and your style.

As men and women both experience thinning and fine hair, men have to be just as careful with their hairstyles as women. For men the absolute best hairstyle and cut to go with is of course the short hairstyle. If you have really fine and thinning hair than you will want to avoid the spiked up look but if your hair is only slightly fine than you can more than likely still pull off the gelled spikes and enjoy this style as it is a classic that will never go out of style. If you hair is too fine for this look than there is nothing wrong with leaving your hair short and not styled. Men can pull off this look as sexy, rugged and even casual.

As a woman, it is not as easy to find the best hairstyles to compliment their thin or fine hair. Short hairstyles are known for taking the attention away from your hair and back to your face. This makes the shorter lengths, about chin length or slightly longer, your best choice for appropriate length. The side swept bangs are very popular for 2008 and they are perfect for thinning hair because they bring attention to your face and add a bit of volume to your hair cut at the same time. To create the appearance of thicker and fuller hair all you have to do is pin your hair behind your ears. It is the simplest technique to create the appearance of thick hair, even if you don't have it.


If you are attached to your long hair, there are several different styles you can go with in order to hide your thinning or fine hair and make it appear as though you have a thick head of hair. Any style that allows you to pull your hair up into a fancy up-do or even just a pony tail can help you minimize the look of thinning hair. Braids are another option you have at your disposal as they create a great look for going out at night and going to work during the day. Each of these ideas provides a variety of different options within one another so you are never coming up blank with hairstyle ideas.

For those of you out there with thinning hair it is important to stay out of the sun for longer periods of time because this can greatly damage your hair and even make it thin that much more. Also using curling irons or flat irons on a regular basis is also something you should try to avoid. These are both damaging treatments for your hair, if you can avoid using products and styling tools to create your hairstyle you should.

You are not alone, there are millions of people who have the same thinning hair problem and are looking for great hairstyles to disguise it. By following these great tips and steps you are on the road to a new look and a new you! There is nothing better than loving your new hairstyle and hiding your thin areas.