Category Archives: Hair care

Even we have to admit quality hair care can be a frustrating endeavor. Sometimes it seems like no matter what you do, your hair just refuses to thrive the way you want it to. It may decide it wants to remain dull and limp or just refuse to grow. When this happens, it’s all too understandable you may reach your wit’s end and have no idea where you’re going wrong. Unfortunately, there are all sorts of habits and factors out there that could be affecting your hair’s health without you even realizing. Here are just a few to watch out for.

Medication

It’s somewhat well known specific medications can cause detriment to your hair. This can include the likes of thyroid pills, statins, blood pressure drugs and antidepressants. The reason for this lies in how these drugs actually work, which is through fiddling around with your hormonal chemistry. Much like your mood, your hair is also affected by your hormones. If they’re thrown out of whack in any way, you could likely see some ill effects with your hair.

Should you start a new medication and find your hair thinning or just refusing to grow, it’s best to speak with your doctor as soon as possible. Together you can find a new medication that won’t affect your hormonal balance quite as much, kickstarting your hair back into its usual growth routine.

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Hot Showers

What could be better than a long, hot shower after a hard day? It’s a highlight for many people because it grants them the chance to relax and wash away their stress along with the grime gathered from a long day’s work. You often even take advantage of this time to use your trusty sulfate free shampoo and conditioner! There’s just one problem with a hot shower: heat is dehydrating.

By standing under that steamy water, you’re effectively stripping away all of the natural moisturization your hair builds up on a regular basis. This can lead to dryness, which in turn causes breakage and other problems. Luckily, you don’t have to go all the way to the opposite end of the showering spectrum to fix this problem! Try to use colder water when you rinse your hair only, and stick to showers that aren’t quite as hot for regular bathing.

Styling Serums

We all love our styling sprays! However, it’s important to remember it’s a product, and like any hair product, there’s a certain risk of clogging your follicles or worse. In some cases, the ingredients present in your styling product of choice can dehydrate your hair. This holds especially true for styling gels designed to last all day long. Try gentler products for styling your hair instead. Also, don’t hesitate to use your leave in conditioner because it will help your hair retain the moisture it generates and needs, making it naturally easier to style!

If you’re looking for more tips on how to maintain quality hair care, we’ve got you covered. Contact us to learn how else you can help your hair flourish!

Now that autumn’s here, you may be more than ready to dive straight into hat season. It doesn’t help there are so many options to choose from! From beanies to trapper’s hats to cutified newsboy caps, there’s no shortage of ways to accessorize as the cold weather settles in. There’s just one problem with hats you can’t avoid…right? We’re talking about hat hair, one of the most common plagues of any hat-loving individual. RemySoft is here to remedy this problem with our list of hat-friendly hairstyles! When combined with a bit of quality hair care, you’ll never again have to worry about a flat look once your hat is off.

Your Natural Hair

This first suggestion may seem a bit obvious. You likely already wear hats with your natural hair so how is this a huge piece of advice? Sometimes the best solution is to simply go with the flow and not try too hard by doing too much. Anyone, from those with the curliest of locks to pin straight hair, can easily rock a hat by just leaving their hair loose and letting nature take its course where it may. If you’re big on styling, this is a great way to take a break from fiddling with your heat tools and spending some time with your hair as-is. You may be surprised by just how good this style looks!

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Fishtail Braid

If you still want to add a bit of styling, there’s nothing wrong with it! With the right hair products for remy hair and this next style, your hair will still look great. After all, there’s nothing more classic than a cute braid! Simply take your hair and gather it either to one side of your head or in the back. After that, you can start the braiding process. Be sure to make the braid tight, but not so tight you wind up uncomfortable. Once you’re done braiding, secure it with a hair tie, slip your hat on and go about your business!

Up with Side Fringe

This last style is great for those who simply don’t want to fuss too much with their hair. This style gets the majority of your hair out of the way, leaving only an alluring curtain crafted from your bangs. Take your hair and pull it back into a simple ponytail, as high up as you need for it to sit well inside your hat. Bundle it into a loose bun. As you do this, be sure to leave your fringe or a side section of your hair out and loose. This will drape down the side of your face, out from the hat. We guarantee this look is gorgeous and elegant and is great if you want to look especially chic!

We hope these hairstyles will leave you unafraid of rocking your best hats this autumn! For best results, add a bit of protective hair serum to lock in a bit of extra moisture where your hat meets your hair. This will prevent the hat from sucking up too much hydration if it’s lined with cotton or a similar fabric. Contact us with any further questions about quality hair care, no matter the time of year!

Now that autumn has arrived, you’re likely bracing yourself for the incoming cold in all sorts of ways. Now is the season of warm lattes, toasty sweaters and tall boots, spiced apple cider and enjoying the crisp air and gentle, swaying dance of falling leaves before the first snow touches down. However, while you may be enjoying the change of weather, your hair certainly isn’t!

As the holidays start closing in and winter begins to replace autumn, you may find yourself dealing with especially dry hair. While you may chalk this up to simply being one of the less enjoyable parts of winter, you can also do something to lend your hair a helping hand. Here are some tips!

Make Your Humidifier Your Best Friend

Simply staying in the warm indoors isn’t enough to keep your hair properly moisturized! It’s often just as dry as the air outside but with an unwanted bonus of static electricity that can cling to your hair. A common humidifier can help assuage this problem by providing a bit of extra moisture for your hair to absorb. No longer will you have to worry about frizz since the harmful excess humidity you’ve felt in autumn will be long gone!

Try to Limit Your Shampooing

Use hydrating shampoo sparingly this winter.

When it comes to dry hair, you may consider hydrating shampoo to be your ultimate savior. However, using it too often can bring its own poor results. It’s worth mentioning, first off, chilly air and soaked hair do not mix. The cold weather will immediately dry your hair out. Try to cut back on washing your hair by doing so every other day or up to three times per week.

Bundle Up

All the warnings Mom gave you about bundling up before leaving the house really do hold true! Wearing a hat is a great way to shield your hair from the frosty air outside. This will help to retain moisture. Of course, you also want to avoid your hat ruining your perfectly styled hairdo! To keep your hair as sleek as it was when you first left the house, pair your hat with a scarf made from moisture-protecting materials, such as silk.

Invest in Extra Protection

There’s no such thing as being too careful! If you’ve followed every step and find your hair is still a little on the dry side, it may be worth your while to invest in some protective hair serum to really lock in your hair’s moisture. Even a little bit worked into your follicles can help stave off cold air and its unwanted effects.

While autumn and winter have plenty of wonderful benefits, you don’t want to enjoy them at your hair’s expense! RemySoft is here to help you protect your hair no matter the time of year, which is why we offer the best products to ensure your hair remains constantly healthy and sleek. Contact us to learn how else you can help your hair thrive in cold weather or to pick up some of our top-notch hair care products!

Most people find no other time of year as enjoyable as autumn. The hot air has vanished into the ether and with it brought all the perks of cozy clothing, toasty drinks and gorgeous scenery for your viewing pleasure. However, as the cold settles in and autumn slowly gives way to winter, you may find the weather wearing out its welcome, at least where your hair is concerned!

The incoming cold air can have a whole host of negative effects on your hair. The good news is it’s nothing a quality hair care routine can’t fix. In this article, you’ll find a guide to some of the worst hair-related problems caused by cold air.

Split Ends

Split ends are such a common problem you may shrug this off. If you don’t have split ends, you don’t want to risk the cold air creating them. If you already have split ends, you equally do not want the cold air to make them even worse. You have two options as far as fixing this problem, depending on whether your ends are already split. If your ends are split-free, you can always pluck your jar of mayonnaise from your fridge.

While the jury’s out on taste, mayonnaise is excellent for your hair’s health when applied directly. We know this sounds gross, but bear with us; it’s quite effective! Spoon some of it out and comb it through your hair. Make sure it’s damp before you apply it for best results. Once it’s spread evenly, you can leave it in for around 20 minutes, then wash it out with the help of some great sulfate free shampoo.

Static Shock

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Static is yet another common problem that’s exclusive to the cold weather months. It’s caused by the dry warm hair of your heating system. Soothing it is as simple as swiping a few dryer sheets and massaging them along your hair. We recommend doing this once you’ve brushed to ensure you don’t miss a single strand. It’s a better solution than other, more product-heavy solutions because it won’t bog your hair down and leave it potentially feeling gross.

Dryness

This last effect will be your biggest enemy yet, as well as your biggest battle! Cold air does the exact opposite of the humid air you encountered throughout summer and early autumn. Your hair’s moisture is literally being sucked away, rendering it brittle and limp. One way to fight this works similarly to the mayonnaise trick mentioned above, but with pure honey instead of mayo. Simply combine it with some almond oil, work it in, wait for a good 20 minute span and hit the shower for some shampooing! Alternatively, you can also rely on our excellent stock of hair products for remy hair to restore your hair’s bounce.

While these aren’t the only problems you may face with your hair as winter settles in, we hope what we’ve mentioned will give you a good idea of what to expect! Should you have more questions on how to maintain quality hair care for the rest of the year or run into any other problems, contact us. We’d be happy to help you restore your hair to perfect health.

Guys: we know how much high quality hair care you’ve put into your hair. We also know how much it’s paid off because you now have an impressive and vibrant head of hair to show for it! So why not show off your hair by styling it every once in awhile? You’ll not only feel good, but you’ll look even more attractive than usual. Keep reading for some of the best styles for men we’ve found so far.

Casual Bun

This style is perfect for those days when you’re tired of wearing a ponytail but don’t want to put too much effort into creating a manbun. All it takes is putting your hair up into a ponytail, then try looping it into something of a bun shape. After that, you’re done! What could be an easier look to pull off? What’s more is you may wind up feeling a little more distinguished than usual. This style works well for any occasion so feel free to add it to your arsenal!

Layered Waves

If your hair is of the naturally straight variety, you may be wondering how to give it a bit more body. The answer to this is layering. The next time you go for a cut, ask your stylist to switch up how they cut your hair and be sure to clarify what you mean! Ideally, you’ll want a cut that lengthens from front to back, with the front section of your hair being the shortest. Once the layers are added in, you can take over styling duties on your own! In addition to some leave in conditioner to maintain your hair’s condition, you’ll also need products oriented toward styling, such as sprays.

Twisted Bun

A great sulfate free shampoo is a necessity.

You can never have too many variations on the man bun! For this style, simply bundle your hair into a ponytail sitting low on your head. After that, separate it into two portions, then coil them together to create a messy, quick bun. We guarantee you’ll love the ease of it, as well as how great this style looks on you!

Dreads

This style goes out to our natural guys out there who appreciate quality hair care! Dreadlocks are both an easy and versatile hairstyle for those with afro-textured hair to develop and wear. They’re also incredibly easy to maintain, as an added bonus. Simply use some great sulfate free shampoo, let it dry and you’re ready to go about your day. You can style dreads just about any way you would straight hair, though it will look quite different. It’s also perfectly okay to leave them loose and let the wind breeze through them.

Braids

Braids are one style that can truly work for everyone, regardless of gender or hair texture! If you want to show off your length but also want it out of your face, a braid is the way to go. Best of all, you can make them as simple or intricate as you like and even wear more than one in your hair at once.

While these aren’t all the great hairstyles long-haired men can try, we hope they’ll provide you with some inspiration! Contact us any time to learn how else you can show off your healthy, gorgeous hair.

These days, thanks to the rise of technology and other conveniences, it seems as if life moves faster than we can keep up with. Take your usual work day, for instance. From the time you get out of bed, you’re likely scurrying around, trying to arrange your hair, makeup and clothing as quickly and neatly as possible and maybe setting aside time for breakfast. What if we told you we could help make your mornings a little easier? In this blog, you’ll find tips on easy hairstyles that will help you get out the door sooner while still looking cute and work-ready!

The Half Bouffant

Quality hair care makes styling much easier.

This look is great for those with long hair! To create it yourself, all you have to do is comb your hair out that morning and part it down the middle. Afterward, you can start from the sides and front of your hair and pull it into a thick, piled shape in the back. Simply add in a few pins and you’re done and ready to go! If your hair isn’t quite long enough for this style, you can use shiny hair extensions to give yourself enough length.

The Ballet Bun

Once you try this classic and graceful style, you’ll realize it fits far more environments than the stage! Start off by gathering your hair into a ponytail. Use a brush to do this to make it as smooth as possible and really flatten your edges. You want this hairstyle to look sleek. Once your ponytail is secured, gather it up and part it into two sections, as if you’re trying to tie a knot. With a bit of tugging and adjusting, you’ll soon have a gorgeous, thick bun to wear to work, school or anywhere else! Be sure to use pins to secure your bun, and if you can’t quite get it as smooth as you’d like, consider investing in hair products for remy hair to help.

The Loose Side Twist

With a little know-how, you can even spice up your regular loose hair! All it takes is one small section of hair, which you can pluck from the side of your head. Once you’ve found the perfect section, give it a twist, preferably toward the back of your head. This loose twist won’t stay put by itself so you’ll have to slip in a pin or barrette to hold it in place. The good news is this is a great opportunity to get creative! Create a cute pattern with your pins or use an ornate hair clip. This is the perfect chance to show off those gorgeous accessories you don’t wear often enough!

We hope these suggestions will serve as the perfect inspiration for styling your hair in the mornings. We at RemySoft aspire to be the number one source for quality hair care, no matter the circumstances. Contact us to learn how else we can help you!

We’ve all seen information being published left and right regarding what to do and what not to do with our precious heads of hair. From the time you first started caring for your hair yourself, you’ve likely been exposed to all sorts of advice from the media, friends, family and even salon staff. What’s worth believing, and what isn’t? Is it possible you could be believing and following hair advice that holds no real water? Keep reading to learn which common statements about quality hair care are, in fact, myths and shouldn’t be taken seriously.

1. Hair Growth Is Affected By Cutting Your Hair at Certain Times of Day

This first myth originates from Brazil, and states that getting a trim or a cut when the moon is full will influence your hair to grow thicker and longer than cutting your hair at any other time of day. In actuality, the entire premise of having your hair cut bolstering the growth of your hair is false! The best purpose for getting your hair cut is to help or stave off breakage issues. What truly helps your hair grow fast and rejuvenated is maintaining a quality hair care routine and lots of patience!

2. Brush Your Hair at Least 100 Times Per Day

Everyone’s heard this old wives’ tale, and maybe even seen it playing out on film and television. Supposedly, this practice is supposed to help keep your hair sleek and healthy. However, it really does everything but! Brushing your hair—especially too often—can yank your hair strand by strand, actually rendering it frail. As such, your brush is best wielded in the midst of the styling process, not as part of your bedtime routine.

3. Afro-Textured Hair Is the Strongest of All Hair Types

Unfortunately, there’s no evidence to back this statement up. The contrary turns out to be true! Afro-textured hair—whether kept natural or straightened—is prone to dryness, breakage and a myriad of other issues that straighter hair types are less likely to experience. Protective styles can influence its health, but relying on them too much can also prove harmful, especially where braids are concerned. Many black women have suffered thinning edges and balding due to excessively tight and frequent braiding. No matter what hair type you have, hair products for Remy hair can keep your follicles healthy and strong!

4. You Have to Shampoo More Than Once

Close, but no cigar! You really only need to go through the shampooing process one time to get your hair clean and fresh. Anything more and you risk damage, such as dryness and dulling. That’s the opposite of why you invest in high quality hair care! If you’re concerned about whether your current shampoo can really get the job done in one go, however, you can always invest in the best sulfate free shampoo on the market to assuage your concerns.

We hope we’ve thoroughly debunked these hair myths for you so you know more about what’s what. For more information on quality hair care and what not to buy into, get in touch with us anytime!

Hair color treatments have always been a popular style choice, but it seems they’ve never been as hot as they are this decade. Now anyone who wants to color their hair has all sorts of options to choose from—naturals, unnaturals, ombre, balayage, bronde, babylights, lowlights and the ever classic highlights, to name a few. Highlighting can be a gateway into the wonderful world of hair dye, serving as a subtler option for those who don’t want to commit their entire head to one color, or just want to add a bit of depth to their natural hair color. No matter which end of the spectrum you’re on, we’ve put together a quick guide on how highlights work and how to pick the best color and style for yourself!

Do Your Research

If you’re as invested in trends as we are, you’ve done your research and know exactly which highlighting methods are considered in this year. However, even the most stylish person can struggle to keep up with the constantly fluctuating ideas of what’s hot and what’s not. We recommend looking up current hair dyeing trends before making any major decisions about your highlights. The style and coloring you choose may majorly affect your quality hair care routine in one way or another. You may want to choose carefully depending on your lifestyle and how much time you have to devote to your hair care throughout each day.

How Will I Know What Works for Me?

Ultimately, this decision is up to you! The most important factors worth considering for anyone getting highlighting work done is their current hair color, hair length and own aesthetic preferences. The beauty of blonde highlights combined with brown hair is common knowledge, but they won’t look good on you if you personally don’t like that particular style! If you aren’t sure what you want, have no preference or simply want something that will look good unconditionally, here are a few tidbits to help with your decision:

• Ombre and balayage are still as popular as ever, and work best for those looking for something subtle and natural.
• Lowlights are even subtler and meant to blend in with your hair’s natural coloring to create more depth and body. Consider it a reverse of the typical ombre style, going from light to dark.
• Standard foil highlighting is great for those looking for a certain amount of control when it comes to coloring placement. You or your stylist can use foil in sections of your hair to determine the exact spots you want your highlighting to go.
• You don’t have to go subtle! You can also opt for bigger, blockier highlights to help brighten your hair.

What About Hair Care?

No one wants to or intends to run to the salon for a new ‘do without first knowing how to take care of the aftermath! First off, know the dyeing process damages hair, no matter the condition of it beforehand. That’s just the way chemicals work. However, you can soothe some of the damage by putting together an excellent wash routine with sulfate free shampoo and conditioner. One of the most common types of damage to dyed hair is dryness. A high quality leave in conditioner will help restore some of your hair’s moisture, improving its health and making its newly added color last longer.

These aren’t the only things you should know about highlighting and quality hair care in general! If you have any questions or simply want more information on how to go about coloring your hair, get in touch with us!

Now that autumn’s arrived, you may find yourself in a bit of a familiar conundrum, at least where your hair is concerned! While the humidity is certainly on its way out, the weather can still do a number on your scalp, no matter how great your hair care routine is. This is, in our opinion, the most tragic part of fall! The good news is this unfortunate phenomenon is entirely treatable, if not preventable. Here are some tips from us to you on how to prep your hair for autumn and keep it looking good!

Give Your Scalp a Massage

Don’t think you have to take a big, expensive trip to the spa or hair salon to make this tip happen! It can actually be carried out right in the comfort of your home. All it takes is a scalp massager, your moisturizing product of choice and a boar brush.

First, add the oil to your hair. You can then use your brush to smooth out your hair and evenly distribute your moisturizer. After that, all that’s left is to turn on your scalp massager and apply it to your scalp for anywhere between 10 and 15 minutes.

This technique works wonders for shedding problems and actually promotes hair growth by stimulating the precise spots your hairs sprout from! It also removes dead strands in need of uprooting that have yet to fall from your scalp. You should ideally perform this routine every other day. If you don’t have a scalp massager, you can use your fingers or shop around our inventory of hair products for remy hair.

Don’t Neglect Your Shampooing

A sulfate free shampoo and conditioner is a necessity.

If you’re like us, you’ve probably spent quite a bit of the summer season pouring products of all types into your hair to keep it smooth and shiny. The bad news is these products accumulate over time, even with regular washing, and can clog your hair into creating something fierce. To help, you’ll want to be sure to invest in a high-quality clarifying sulfate free shampoo and conditioner. Wash your hair with these products every other week, and your hair will rejuvenate.

Brighten Your Hair Color

Sometimes all your hair needs is a change—of color, that is! If you dye your hair, you may be a bit dismayed over your light summer hair. By now, it can potentially leave you looking washed out. The easiest solution is to head to your nearest salon or hair supply store and prepare to revamp your locks a bit. Try out colors in warmer hues than what you’ve been sticking to, and you may find your hair looks 10 times better! As a quick word of caution, however, this final tip and the one above it won’t get along. Clarifying shampoo has powerful color fading properties, which are best avoided if you want to maintain your dyed hair.

We hope these tips will put you on the path toward committing to quality hair care this autumn! For other tips on how to care for your hair this season or throughout the year or to simply learn more about hair products for remy hair, contact us!

Despite the hair envy from people with bone straight locks, curly hair may often seem like the absolute hardest hair texture in the world to manage. In fact, some days it may feel like the better option would be to shave it all off so you never have to deal with it again. We totally understand your frustration! With constant shedding, matting and other woes, maintaining quality hair care can be a real struggle. However, your hair type is far more manageable than you may think. To help you make the most of your curlicue mane, we’ve put together a few helpful and handy tips.

Don’t Be Afraid to Try New Products

Of course, there’s always the old adage that “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!” If you have a product routine that’s already helping your hair flourish, feel free to go right ahead and stick to it! No harm, no foul. However, if you find your current routine still leaves much to be desired—whether through excessive dryness or textural issues—you owe it to yourself and your hair to shop around for new (and hopefully better) products. You never know what miracles your hair can undergo unless you take a first leap! By playing around with different products, you may wind up with hair far more manageable than you could ever have imagined.

Cut Down On Your Shampooing

While it’s important to maintain hair hygiene and keep your curls clean, it turns out using sulfate free shampoo and conditioner too often can create harmful side effects. More specifically, shampoo can strip the moisture from your hair, creating an unappealing, limp effect that leaves your hair harder to manage and potentially less visually appealing. Instead, it may be worth your while to invest your time and money into co-washing rather than doing a full shampoo with each wash. Conditioner, however, is always perfectly safe and beneficial to your hair, so don’t worry about having to skip out on that part of the washing process! We recommend investing in a good leave in conditioner to help maintain your hair’s bounce, body and shine.

Don’t Forget to Trim

Even the world’s best products and washing routines won’t entirely save damaged hair. In fact, curly hair can often be a hidden minefield for split ends and other forms of damage, which are all inconveniently concealed by your hair’s thickness and spiraling texture. One of the most important aspects of quality hair care for curly hair is going in for a trim on a regular basis. This will eliminate split ends and encourage your hair to grow. Getting trims also eases your maintenance routine, as too much damage often leads to easier tangling and more time spent yanking knots and matting from your scalp.

While these aren’t the only ways to care for your curly hair, we hope these tips will set you off to a good start! To learn more about how to care for your hair, no matter the texture, feel free to get in touch with us for advice, products and much more.