The summer months can be rough on your hair—chlorine, saltwater, and sun can dry it out and styling products can weigh it down. Give your tresses a boost with this easy-to-make rinse. Mix 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar, 1 1/2 cups water, and a few drops of your favorite essential oil in a spray bottle. Spray the mix on […]
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The 60-Second Sock Bun
After many a friend asked me how they could make their meek buns into statement ones, I went looking for a solution. Turns out, a few people on the Real Simple staff had discovered this quick trick, which we then showed in our June issue. Who knew that a sock could take your bun from tiny to full in seconds? […]
A Quick Trick to Dry Your Hair Faster
One of the easiest ways to make sure you’re saving time drying your hair is to ensure that your hair dryer is in tip-top shape. Maximize its performance by taking 2 minutes to clean the filter. Remove the filter from the back of the hair dryer and rub it clean (removing any lint or built up gunk) with a dry […]
Hair Tutorial: The Messy Top Knot
Last week I was lucky enough to attend the Altitude Design Summit in Salt Lake City. I spent 3 1/2 days hanging out with some of the most talented design bloggers out there (and I hope to be introducing you to many of them and their work soon here on Simply Stated.) And while I don’t normally contribute to the Style […]
An Easy Trick to Prevent Static Hair
Who knew a regular old bar of soap could help prevent static hair this winter? Use this tip from stylist Sally Hershberger for flyaway free locks: After you get out of the shower, while your hair is still damp, rub a bar of soap in your hands with just a little bit of water. Then run your hands through your hair, […]
So Many Dry Shampoos, Which Do You Choose?
At some point, dry shampoos started as a trend. My first experience with this magically cleansing formula was at Boots (a British drugstore with a beauty line). Since then, a wide variety of brands, forms and colors have saturated the beauty aisles. Without having to try every single one, how do you choose which one will work for you? Here […]
How to: Clean Your Hair Brush
Face it. Hair brushes and combs can get quite grimy, especially if you use hair products that can build up on the bristles and tines. Here’s how to keep your hair tools clean using essential oils: Fill a container with 1 1/2 cups water, 1/2 cup white vinegar, and 20 drops of either tea tree oil, eucalyptus oil, or lavender […]
Illustrated How-Tos for an Easy, Elegant Hairstyle
I recently discovered this easy-to-follow hairstyle how-to on one of my favorite hair accessories designers’ home pages. How often does an expert explain something, and then you go home to re-create it but find you’ve forgotten the steps? This always happens to me. Colette Malouf used her talents and website to solve this problem for all of us. Malouf has […]
Five-Minute Wow: Fishtail Braid
In this month’s issue, we featured an even simpler braid than the often showcased three-piece one. I decided to camp out on the photo shoot to get you tips on how to create this look at home. David Cruz, the hairstylist on the photo shoot, suggested to “treat your hair as if you were looping shoelaces.” Step 1 is to […]
