Styling A New 'Do

      I just cut my hair about 10 inches for two reasons...1) I needed a change 2) I wanted to donate my ponytail to Locks of Love. It's a non-profit that helps disadvantaged kids who are suffering from hair loss. This is the second time I do it and I'm happy to share these unruly black curls with those in need.

In any event, I went from really long hair that I would barely let out of a bun (the pic here is an exception) to lots of colochos or curls that I can barely fit into a ponytail (about chin length).  While I love the feeling of getting rid of the old and starting new with a fresh 'do, the challenge arises when I try to style this new look at home.  It's one thing when you walk out of the salon looking and feeling great, but another when you have to replicate it at home without the professional help. 

Let's just say that after two weeks, I've been too lazy to blow it out myself from scratch.  I just kept it straight for a few days after my haircut, touching it up everyday, with my husband's help.  He would blow out the back of my head and made sure my ends were facing the right way.  (It pays to have a hubby who grew up among women!)  This weekend I'll try to get the sleek salon look on my own.  Wish me luck.  If it doesn't work out, I will head back to the blow out experts.  I go to Gissel's Beauty Salon in Brooklyn, NY...not only because it's owned by my sister-in-law, but because they do a mean blow out.  Let me tell you, Dominican salons are known for that. 

My lazy option, which I actually prefer, is setting my curls free.  All I have to do is use my diffuser on my wet hair and crunch it.  My only issue with that is the Frizz...with a capital "F".  I'm still looking for a gel, mousse or leave-in conditioner for my dry hair that will keep my hair bouncy and healthy-looking without the fly-aways.  Is that even possible?  Do you have any suggestions?

Comments

[Ingrid]

I really like the stuff from curls.biz.

[B. Margarita Ramirez]

Hey girl,
I can't wait to see your new do. I have liked your hair long but I find that the uniqueness in you comes out with short hair! Well, let me start by saying that I have the same Frizz issues you have. And I quite can't picture Ruds doing your hair...but good for you...put him to work. He must enjoy the end product right? But getting back to the frizz..I have been using 2 things. My straightening iron (which works wonders) and the Fructris product called Sleek & Shine Anti-Humidity Smoothing Milk, and it works for me. I have also donated my hair to Locks of Love and hope that a lot of people go out and donate too. It's a great cause for children with cancer. Lastly, I agree with the Dominican hair salons. I have been to Gissel's Beauty Salon and a salon our friend Regina took me to and my hair came out shiny, straight, and healthy looking. Can't wait for your next entry! -Your Faithful Blog Reader

[gloria]

Hey Ingrid,

Any particular product from their line? Are they really organic?

[gloria]

Hi My Faithful Reader, a.k.a Berta,

Believe it or not, I don't own a flat iron...but maybe I should borrow yours.

Is the Fructis product for curly hair?

Thanks B!

Best,
Gloria

[B. Margarita Ramirez]

Hey Glo,
Come to my place...u can always use my flat iron...it's so easy to use!
Fructris has products for curly hair. I don't have curly hair so I use their products for straight hair.
Love,
B

[Jeanne]

Hey Gloria - I love that you donated your beautiful hair. As you probably remember I used to have pin straight hair until about 15 yrs ago. Somehow my hair started to change and now I'm still trying to get used to the waves/curls. I've never been one of those girlie girls obsessed with hair products or styling. I'm more of a wash and go type of gal. I guess that's why I'm struggling with letting my hair grow. I've constantly chopped off my hair since I turned 19 yrs old. I get antsy when my hair reaches my shoulders.
I've been using this Moroccanoil styling cream and Eufora's Curl N'Spray Revitalizer. I like it. I also bought a flat iron thinking I could get used to taking time to style my hair. I think I used it 3x the first 2 weeks and now it just sits in my linen closet. I'm afraid of burning my hair or really doing something stupid to my hair. lol

Post a picture with your new do!!

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