Even Spirited Women have BHD's

Though I know the term "Bad Hair Day" was not invented just for me, there are mornings when I certainly feel it was. I have a number of friends who share my plight though so I thought it might be nice to find some solutions instead of just lamenting the problem of those oh-so-annoying BHD's (Bad Hair Days). I came up with some practical tips but while doing my research, I also came across a fun hair tool that you just might want to try out. Find out what it is at the end of this blog.

First, the BHD solutions: If your hair just really does not want to cooperate, the best remedy is an up-do. There is my personal favorite, the chignon, but there are actually a multitude of options and plenty of hair accessories to help you achieve a great look. You can use a banana clip to pull your hair into a sophisticated ponytail, grab a delicately detailed headband and simply push the problem away or you can twist you hair any which way and hold it in place with a hair stick of two.

Then there are the heat applied solutions. Grab a blow dryer, a round brush and a bit of mousse and you are already on your way to a smoother day. You can also create texture with a number of hair iron options such as crimping and waving, not to mention the classic curl. You can also sleek things down with a straightening iron. With so many options Bad Hair Days are looking a bit more endangered.

Last but not least in the solutions category is a list of products to bring life and shine back to your beautiful mane. With shine serums, volumizing sprays and stylizing gels you can tame your hair to do most anything. Additionally, quality shampoos, conditioners and hair masques will give your hair a perfect canvas to start on. I found one hair masque that just by itself has helped to significantly reduce my number of Bad Hair Days or at least make them more bearable. Look for products that are made for your hair type and then experiment until you find the magic formula for you.

Now for that amusing tool: You can find it on iVillage in their beauty section. This fun feature allows you to upload your photo and try out thousands of hairstyle options. It is a great way to figure out if all of your Bad Hair Days are simply a lack of a good haircut. You can try out endless styles and a multitude of colors to see what options may be the best for you. Play to your heart's content!

To your Spirited Style,

- Dawn Z Bournand  www.fabulouslysuccessful.com
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