The Ultimate Beauty Guide

It's sexy, it's versatile and it's actually pretty easy to do. Follow these simple steps to create a chic side bun in your own hair.

Step one:
Part your hair to one side – your part should start directly above the middle of the eyebrow on whichever side you choose to part it.

Step two:
Pull all your hair around behind your head over to the same side that you parted it on – pin it in place at the back of the head to keep it to that side.

Step three:
Using a fine-tooth comb, back comb the hair to give it body – you can go a bit nuts here and don’t worry about how messy it gets.

Step four:
Using a brush, brush the surface of the hair lightly to smooth it down – don’t brush to hard and remove all the teasing you have just done. Re-pin the hair to the side.

Step five:
There are two ways you can create the bun;

1. For an easy quick side ‘do’ simply pull the hair through the elastic as per usual and on the last pull through, leave the base of the pony tail in the elastic so the hair creates a loop.
2. The other option is to freestyle it and create a bun from scratch by twisting and pinning the hair into the shape of your choice.

It's up to you how messy or tidy you want the bun to be - either way you'll need just a touch of hairspray to keep it in place.

There’s something that everyone gets and we all hate! Acne! It’s gross, it’s ugly, and it hurts sometimes! Well even worse, we get those stubborn black heads that are deep in our pores and hard to get rid of! Well, here are some great, easy, natural remedies for how to get rid of blackheads!

1. Mix together 2 tablespoons of milk with 1 tablespoon of unflavored gelatin. Heat over a low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely. Apply to face and leave on for 30 minutes! Peel off the mask and watch the blackheads peel away with it! Tip: This method smells DISGUSTING, but it really works!
2. Apply honey to your face nightly and leave it on for 20 minutes. Rinse off with warm and you will notice you have a much clearer glowing skin! This is what I have found to be one of the best methods to get rid of blackheads.
3. Mix together 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking soda, and 1 tablespoon of water. Apply this to your face and leave on for 10-15 minutes! This acts for a blackhead mask as well as an exfoliant!
4. Another great way to get rid of blackheads is lemon juice! Lemon juice acts as a natural astringent! Therefore it is good for removing blackheads when used consistently! Apply lemon juice to your face each night before bed! Avoid eyes!
5. Mix together 1 tablespoon of cinnamon and 1 tablespoon of honey. Apply this to special problem areas of the face especially in you t-zone to get rid of blackheads!

These are all great, natural, affordable and effective methods to get rid of blackheads! Enjoy!

Shoulder length hair is practically the most manageable length of hair for our busy schedules. If you are not fond of a boyish haircut then this is the most suitable length of hair with which you can even style easily.

You can go for layers, curls and bangs with this sleek haircut. Choppy and sleek styles for the whole of hair length are also not a bad option. The best thing is it doesn’t take much time for styling these daily hairstyles for medium length hair or shoulder length hair.


1. Front Side swept bangs:

You thought only side bangs look good? You can rock with Front bangs. Do some soft and wispy front bangs which you can side sweep for a different show altogether. This is among the latest haircuts for medium hair.


2. Layered shoulder length hairstyle and curls:

Loose messy curls are a big hit if you are going for curls on a Shoulder length hairstyle.


3. Messy Shoulder Length Hairstyle:

A shoulder length hairstyle can be given a messy and lazy look with the touch of your curler followed by two to three times of repeated combing with a paddle brush and then some touch of blow drying. A medium length hairstyle will not prevent you from achieving this awesome messy look.


4. Feathers and Outward Curls:

This is a sweet look which you can easily achieve with a shoulder length hair cut. It has to be maintained as per the layers or fringes running through the whole length of hair. You can use your paddle brush and your blow dryer to get the feathers at the bangs.


5. Sleek shoulder length hairstyle with lengthy side swept bangs:

This is a sweet simple look which will hardly require any maintainence.You can achieve this look with a shiny hair serum and a shoulder length cut with long lengthy side swept bangs.


6. Waves and shoulder length hair:

This is an awesome look to sport and you don’t need to rush to the parlour for achieving this celebrity look. You can use your big barrel curler and some paddle brushing to let your curls drop and set into waves all throughout the hair. Use some strong hold spray or shiny spray to help the curls stay in their place.


7. Bangs and shoulder length hair with tip curls:

This is almost a no-maintenance hairstyle, though for the medium bangs to stay in shape you need regular trimming. A big barrel curler will also help you achieve the tip curls.


8. Choppy shoulder length hair with choppy bangs:

This is a spot on look if you are a fan of choppy hairstyles.


9. Half way loose curls and Front fringes:

With monthly parlour visits, you can easily maintain the lovely front fringes. A barrel curler can do the rest of the job.



10. Side parted and bunch messy tips:

This can be a great look for showing off that sweet and cute Barbie doll in you. Tease the lower ends for that bunch look on the tips.

We all have them. The stubborn, annoying, unwanted little demons named blackheads. There are a million remedies and tips out there that claim to perfect your skin from the pesky blackheads that come our way. After trying and testing just about everything we could find, we’ve filtered out the bad to bring you the remedies for acne that will actually work. Here are some of our favorite tricks to rid your skin of the little devils and leave you with clear, glowing skin.

1. Exfoliate With Baking Soda.
By doing this, dull skin is buffed away by the microdermabrasion-sized particles of baking soda, getting rid of clogged pores that can lead to blackheads. Simply mix baking soda with water until a paste-like texture is formed. When done regularly, this will aid in ridding the skin of blackheads.

2. Pore Strips.
The unsung hero of blackhead-free skin, pore strips are a tale as old as time and it’s because they really work. Simply wet the area of skin you wish to treat, apply the strip and let it dry for 15 minutes. When you’re ready to peel it off, we suggest pulling it off like you would a bandage: Swiftly, and with as little pain as possible. What’s left behind in the strip will most likely gross you out, but it’s better to be on the strip than on your skin.

3. Clay Masks.
Masks that are clay-based draw out the impurities in our skin much like a suction cup. Think of clay as a magnet that draws out the blackheads in your skin. By regularly using a deep cleaning clay mask, you’ll start to see amazing results.

4. Salicylic and Glycolic Acid Are Your Friends.
Look for cleansers and toners with these acids on the ingredient labels. Salicylic acid is a lipophilic (attracted to fats/oils) and concentrates at the surface of the pore to dissolve the plugs. Consistent use will prevent the blackheads before they form and help clear existing pores. Glycolic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid derived from sugar cane, helps clear dead skin and debris on the surface of skin. Together, this acidic team can tackle your blackhead problem.

5. Retinoids.
These babies are packed with vitamin A, which will work wonders for your skin. The retinoids attach to receptors in the skin to improve the way skin grows and sheds so that it is less likely to form acne. The outer skin layer then evens out while the dead layer of keratin material sheds more efficiently. Sometimes there is noticeable peeling but after regular use 3-7 times weekly for 4-6 weeks, the side effects lessen and the skin appears more radiant and clear. You can either use over-the-counter products or a prescription from your dermatologist.

6. Don’t Pick.
The worst thing your can do is pick at blackheads (or pimples in general). Let your skin care routine do its job! Even though it’s tempting to quickly get rid of them, picking at blackheads will only make the long-term situation worse.

Ever since the top knot faded and the sock bun invaded, it has been one of every girl’s goals to master perfect the sock bun. Whether you’re running late or your second (or third) day hair is not cooperating, the sock bun is the perfect hairstyle to solve those problems and add instant glamour. Just in case you haven’t been able to get this look down just right yet, we’ve broken down the steps for you to get the look. Give our tutorial a try and see for yourself how great the sock bun can be!

Step 1: Create Your Sock Bun

If you are using a foam doughnut then simply skip to step 2! If you are using a sock then start by cutting off the toe area. Then, roll the fabric tube from the ankle end to the toe end, creating a doughnut shape.

Step 2: Pull Hair Into a Ponytail

Pull your hair back into a ponytail, where you would like the bun to be placed.

Step 3: Tuck and Roll the Pony

Start by pulling your ponytail through the center of the sock doughnut. Next, spread the end of your ponytail around the doughnut and begin to tuck your hair while rolling down the sock doughnut. Continue rolling down the doughnut, making sure to tuck in any loose pieces of hair while you go, until you reach the base of the ponytail.

Step 4: Secure Bun

Once you have reached the base of your ponytail, finish off the process by tidying up loose pieces with bobby pins. Finish off the look with a spritz of hair spray and you are ready to go!

In general, first dates can be incredibly weird: from awkward to awesome to total flop, there’s a lot of inevitable stress leading up to the date itself. Where to go? What to do? What to order at dinner? What to wear? Is this too matchy matchy? What if I see an ex? We get it, dates can be nerve-wracking, which is why we’re giving you one less thing to worry about: your hair.

1. Bouffant:


Comb out your hair till they are free of tangles and straight. Now take the front part of the hair, raising it a little to create a puffed-up look, take it towards the back and pin tight. Let the remaining hair be loose.

2. Cinnamon Bun:


The cinnamon bun will go best with gowns, off-shoulders and backless dresses, as well as with the LBD. Comb hair neatly to remove all tangles. Bring it tightly back at the nape and start twisting the entire length, rolling it towards a bun as you do it. Once you’ve rolled in all the hair, secure it tightly with a bun fastener.

3. Classic Waves:


Waves are making a comeback after spells of simple straight hair. So if you have naturally wavy hair, great! But if you don’t you can always get some at home using your styling rods. Part hair on one side, leaving the top portion straight and natural. Style hair from middle to bottom in waves. Let some fall on one shoulder and pull the remaining to the back.

4. Wavy Braid:


Another great style for wavy hair: Comb hair with a side parting. Leaving the front hair loose, take some strands from just above the top of your ears or behind your ears and braid tightly. Now take this braid from one side of the head to the other and pin it in at the back. Let the remaining hair stay loose.

5. Half Updo:


The half-up hairdo is a great favourite and very simple to achieve. Comb hair neatly, preferably straight or in loose waves and part in the middle. Starting from the middle top, pull back hair in a slightly raised look, like a puff and pin at the back. Now take hair from the sides and bring it back to where you pinned the puffed hair. Leave the remaining hair open.

6. Braid Bun:


This will work best with straight hair. Part hair in the middle and on both sides, take the front strands and braid hair tightly. Bring both the braids at the back and pin their middle part together. Take the remaining parts of the braids and open the hair. Twist it in a bun that leaves the neck and shoulders bare.

7. Wavy Side Pony:


Style your hair in extreme waves and create a side parting. Now take some hair from the front and twist it tightly, bringing it back towards one side. Leave a few strands loose in the front to give a messy and relaxed look. Bring the remaining hair to the same side and tie it lightly around the ear. Bring the tied hair towards the front and let the waves show.

8. High Bun:


Iron out your hair to make them straight. Comb back tightly, pulling all the hair to the top of the head and secure this tightly. Now take the remaining hair and roll it in a tight high bun. Secure tightly.

9. Wavy Hair:


Create strong waves using your styling rod. Take a few strands from the sides and twist them back, pinning them behind your ears. Let the remaining hair loose.

10. Sleek Ponytail:


The sleek ponytail still continues to be on the high-fashion list internationally. Straighten hair with a straightening rod. Comb back tightly and pull it up high. Tie it up tightly.

Black hair can be a bit boring at time. So to get out of the monotonous black, you can colour you hair – brown. Dark browns add a glossy brown texture to your regular black hair. You can go for light browns too. Lighter colours make you hair look browner than the dark colours. Dark browns will look blackish brown on black natural base hair colour.

So if you are planning to go for brown full length hair colouring, then you would definitely want to try out these cool long length hairstyles.


1. Layered loose inward curls and side swept bangs

Try out some layers with side swept bangs and later give the layers some big barrel curling. To complete the look, open the curls with your fingers or a hair brush. This is definitely a haircut for long hair that you should try.


2. Curls and Bangs

This is a variation of the look sported in the previous picture. Here the layering is kept to a minimum allowing the curls to move as much up as possible but not upto the roots. Bangs are side swept for a classy appearance.


3. Messy Twists

You can use your small barrel curler and some hair serum on your hair to achieve this look. Later on, set the curls into twists with the help of a paddle brush.


4. Messy Loose curls

This is an elegant, sweet yet a very simple hairstyle which anybody can sport with ease. Try out this one and you will definitely rock the floor. You can leave some side bangs for a nicer look.


5. Symmetrical Front Bangs

If you have thick and long brown colored hair, then you can try this cute and girly hairstyle. You need a clean and sophisticated symmetrical front bangs for this one and also good layers for the rest of the length of the hair. Sport it and love it.


6. Symmetrical Front Bangs With Loose Layered Curls

This is a variation to the hairstyle shown above with a touch of added curls to the layers.


7. Side Swept Bangs and Big Loose Curls

This is a hot showy look. You can try this one easily with front mid length bangs swept to the side.


8. Full Length Classic Curls

If you like sporting a classic and timeless look, then this can be a sweet and sexy look for you. Try this one out. A full length curling never goes unnoticed. But make sure that your face is not too oval or round because full length curling generally doesn’t suit absolute oval or round faces. Make sure you have a nice sharp jawline to go for this one.


9. Messy Curls

Brown hair looks gorgeous with some messy full length curls. This is a timeless look which can look good on anyone with a round or an oval face.


10. Hot Classic Bumped Up Look

This is a Classic and Vintage Look which can be easily achieved with the help of a friend or a hairstylist.