Deciding the best hair care products to purchase can be difficult when there are so many to choose from. Most products claim to be healthy but it’s more than necessary to look at the ingredients of products to be able to decipher whether it’s a good product or not.

Ingredients To Avoid In Your Hair Care Products:

• Sodium Laureth Sulfate (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate)
• Denatured Alcohols
• Parabens
• Synthetic Fragrances/ dyes
• Formaldehyde
• Silicones

Sulfate

• Sulfates tend to strip your hair of its essential oils as well as the proteins needed to promote healthy hair growth. Sulfate is commonly found in various shampoos and overlooked by many consumers.

Alcohol

• Products that have alcohol listed as an ingredient should be avoided at all costs. Alcohol not only strips your hair of all it’s natural oils but it makes the hair dry, brittle, and prone to breakage. Alcohol can be found in multiple hair products as well as shampoo, conditioner, etch. Look out for ingredients that end in -OL, these ingredients are another form of alcohol that are commonly overlooked.more

Extensions are a great way to add volume and length to your hair, but you might be questioning which extension service would be the best fit for you. While it’s great to have options such as tape-in & micro link extensions, it can also be overwhelming to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of each service.

Luckily, there are multiple hair extension options, so you can make an informed decision on what works best for you. Look below and see which type of hair extension is best for that next event, or just that everyday look!

Tape-In Extensions

Tape-in extensions are thin, lightweight tape wefts that get “sandwiched” together in between your own hair. Does not require tools or chemicals to get tape-ins applied.

Pros:

· Lightweight extensions that are comfortable to wear.

· Extension hair is reusable.

· Easy to install, remove, and replace

· Blends well with natural hair

· Best option for thin/fine hair

Cons:

· Can slip if not installed properly

· More expensive than other types of semi-permanent hair extensions

· Requires frequent maintenancemore

Natural hair varies by person and their hair texture. Some people may have evenly styled waves, others might have a tight zig-zag pattern or very straight and thin hair. No matter what your hair type may be categorized as, these listed tips should be common practice customized to your unique hair texture and hair style.

Firstly, it is important to know your type(s) of hair. The patterns are broken into numbers and letters that assist you in finding the right products and textures that would best match you; ex: 1B 3A 4C. Let us help you figure out your hair type(s) and provide you with the best hair salutations and products!

Secondly, use protein treatments to repair any damaged hair. This will give your hair bonds the ability to repair and grow stronger than before. Hair care isn’t just what is done at the salon. Continuous hair care, even at home, will ensure your hair is healthy.

Lastly, don’t be afraid to “Fake it until you make it!” Hair extensions are everyone’s best friend, whether you are balding or looking for added volume and color. At Beauty and Grooming Lounge, we specialize Microlinks and Tape-in Extensions for the hair style you are looking for.more

In April, we celebrate the joyous holiday, Easter. This celebration creates memories full of Easter egg hunts, white bunnies, and beautiful pastel colors. As children this was the meaning of Easter but, it symbolizes more.

Did you know that Easter represents opportunities and new beginnings? At the Beauty and Grooming Lounge, we would love the opportunity to provide you an unmatched styling experience for you this Easter holiday. Nothing says new beginnings like a new haircut or hair style.

Come visit us for a haircut or style and get an egg full of chocolate and good fortune!more