Father of the Bob Haircut Dies at the Age of 84. 

Vidal Sassoon, the hairstylist credited with inventing the iconic bob haircut, died at his home at the age of 84. The famous hairdresser (or hair designer as he is lovingly called) created some of Hollywood’s most iconic and memorable hairstyles. Vidal Sassoon stylist training schools are credited with educating some of the very best hairstylists in the industry, and his hair product line sold more than $100 million before he sold the company in the 1980’s. 

Color Your Own Hair

Coloring your hair can be fun.  But it also can be a disaster, whether at the salon or at home.  Thankfully the salon will gracefully correct a hair color mistake.  But oftentimes coloring your hair at a salon leaves you spending a whole lot of money, money that is tight right now.  You can color your hair yourself with the over the counter hair color, DIY hair color!  But let's face it, DIY hair color can be scary.  If you'd like to try coloring your own hair at home, here are some suggestions for picking the right hair color. 

Is the $42 Shampoo Better than the $8 Shampoo?

Are salon hair products better? We've all wondered whether salon products can deliver on their promises of healthier, faster-growing hair. Keep in mind, there are many different types of hair and each one reacts differently to all hair care products. When shopping for new shampoo, you should check out some cheaper hair products because most expensive hair care brands have the same ingredients as the drug store brands do. You may notice that the cheap brands can do just as well as the swanky salon brands. What's the real scoop on expensive hair care products? Read on to find out.

Going Grey Early? Don't Let It Define You!    

There will come a time in every woman's life when she will have to face her first gray hair. Unfortunately, for some of us this time will come as early as our late twenties. Going prematurely grey isn't fun and can make a woman look older than she is. Covering grey hairs isn't anything to be ashamed of, and this article will explain all the basics for first time hair dye users.

Going Green: Hair Care Products

It's time to think about green hair—No, this is not the kind of green you get from soaking too long in a chlorinated swimming pool. To get modern green hair, chlorine is out and organic is in. Caring for the environment can go beyond finding a fuel-efficient vehicle and shopping for organic veggies. Why not go for green hair care products, as well?

Do I Need So Many Hair Care Products?

The market is so saturated with hair care products that a girl may need a science degree to figure out which are good and which have too many chemicals. For millennia, people used soap and rain water to clean their hair and scalp. Shampoos now are chemically adapted to be used with our mineral-heavy waters. Their composition is anything but simple. They clean the hair but also strip it of its natural nutrients and oils. The average bathroom closet holds a colorful but chemical-based selection of hair care products for dandruff, thinning hair, enriching hair, styling, curling, straightening and so on.

Hair Extensions that Look Like the Real Thing

The best synthetic hair extensions do not need to be made of real hair to look like the real thing.  Beautiful hair extensions made of synthetic fibers can easily rival real hair extensions.  It's all about the upkeep and styling.  Just follow these simple tips to make your synthetic hair extensions look better and last longer.

Products to Make Your Curls Pop

People with straight hair are often envious of those with curly locks. Many people with straight hair wish they had curly hair and vice versa. For those that love their curls, there are many fabulous curly hair products. These hair products are formulated to enhance loose, medium, and tight curls. They help control frizz and add bounce while making curly hair manageable and easy to style. For years, curly-haired people have had to depend on stiffening gels and mousses to control their curls. Many cans of hairspray have been used to hold curly hairstyles in place. Fortunately, there are new and improved options and products for soft natural curls.

Best Deals on Natural Looking Hair Extensions

Everybody loves to have beautifully thick and glossy hair, but not everybody is born with it. Thankfully, hair extension technology today allows anyone with a bit of know-how to achieve that full head of lush, healthy looking hair. The only downside is that it can potentially cost an exorbitant amount of cash to get it done at a salon. Luckily, there are several options out there for getting the inexpensive, natural hair extensions that everybody's taking about.

High-PH Causes Scalp Problems

Getting your hair to do what you want it to has been an age old challenge for millions of men and women. Alkaline hair products help control or manage fussy hair. All shampoos contain some form of alkaline, ranging from a small amount for normal hair to a large amount for hair that is hard to manage. The issue is finding the right PH balance shampoo or PH balance conditioner for your specific hair type.