Frequently Asked Questions

[Kayse Weamer]

Should I use the same brand of shampoo and conditioner?

Not necessarily. Feel free to mix and match — just choose formulas with the same style goals, says trichologist Philip Kingsley. They are usually formulated with similar key ingredients (moisturizers in curl enhancers, silicones in smoothing formulas), allowing them to play nice in your hair

I plucked off almost all my brows. Can I fill them in without getting a drawn-on effect?

Remember the three Fs: fill, fix, and feather. First, pick a pencil that matches your brow color. Fill in the entire brow, not just bald spots — this is key to making sure everything blends together. Then fix extra thin areas (like where your outer brow connects to the arch) with more pencil. Finish by feathering out the color: Brush a clean mascara wand through each brow in short strokes to diffuse any harsh lines

How should I blow out my bangs so that they don't look too curled under?

For blunt bangs, don't use a round brush, which can give you a "bubble" look. Instead, shake out strands with fingers (move from root to tip) while holding the dryer directly over top. If you have side-swept bangs, use a paddle brush to dry them in the opposite direction of your part. Flip them back to the side you normally part; this will ensure they lie smooth.

Why does it always seem like one side of my hair curls better than the other does?

If you're right-or left-handed, chances are, you can't twist the curling iron as well with your nondominant hand, so your curls don't come out even. To make it easier, point the tip of the iron down instead of up, and wrap pieces around vertically for more control.

No matter what I do at the beginning of the day, my hair is totally flat by the end. What should I do?

Flip your head over, shake out your strands, then spritz your roots with hair spray. Remain upside down for 30 seconds so the mist can dry. Try Matrix Vavoom Extra-Full Freezing Spray, $13.95. Once upright, resist the temptation to brush – it’ll just crush your bodacious volume.

[Wendy Aronson Moore]

I love the Lavender & Mint Shampoo's you suggested, my hair is fuller & shiny - thanks for the recommendation.