When it comesto takingcare of ourhair, many

of us just stick to the basics:a little shampoo and a littleconditioner. But there aremany factors that can causedamage to our hair andrequire a little extra atten-tion be paid.

Jack Ray, stylist and co-owner of Samuel Cole Salonin Raleigh, says hair growsabout a half inch a month,which means that the endsof your hair have been onyour head for a couple ofyears. “They have beensubjected to a lot of dam-age: heat styling, environ-mental damage and naturaloxidation. Typically, itshows mostly on the endsand hair around your hair-line because the hair thereis more fragile.”

We talked to hair careprofessionals about what tokeep in mind for maintain-ing good, healthy hair andasked for suggestions forthe best hair care products.

HAIRCUTSHairstylists recommend fre-

quent haircuts, but just howoften?According to Angela Barbour,

assistant professor of cosmetol-ogy and esthetics at Wake Tech-nical Community College, “It’simportant to keep your hairtrimmed every six to eight weeksto promote healthy-looking hairand to keep split ends off.”Ray recommends getting

haircuts based on the length ofyour hair. “For short hair andpixie cuts, you should get yourhair cut every four weeks,” hesays. “Five weeks for mid-lengthhair and bobs. Six weeks forlong hair. If your hair is wellbelow your shoulders, eight

weeks.”

HAIR CARE PRODUCTSThe products you use can dra-

matically change your hair’shealth, and some can actually domore harm than good. Moststylists recommend springing forprofessional quality products.“Drugstore products are high

in alkaline and contain per-fumes, which dries out the scalpand hair,” Barbour says. “Theyusually contain waxes, which

weighs hair down and can makehair appear dull-looking.”Joel Warren, a colorist and the

co-founder of Warren-TricomiSalons in New York says “usingprofessional quality hair care isimperative to your overall hairhealth. Today’s technology is soadvanced that these profession-al quality options are really thesmartest way to go. They’reformulated specifically for in-dividual hair types and make ahuge difference on hair.”

Barbour agrees. “Professionalhair products are always betterthan over-the-counter prod-ucts,” she says. “Professionalproducts are pH-balanced anddesigned to be gentle and havea higher concentration ofhealthy ingredients.”Professional products can also

extend the life of chemical servic-es and treatments, such as col-oring, highlighting and relaxing.“If a client is spending money

on color, highlights, relaxers and

permanent waves, they should beusing professional products tocare for their hair,” says Barbour.Keep in mind that product

needs may vary across the boardfor different hair types.African-American Hair:African-American hair craves

intense hydration. “African-American hair types tend to dryout easily, especially after styl-ing,” Warren says. “This hairtype benefits most from leave-inconditioners and hair masks.”Hair oils are also great for Afri-can American hair.

A Eprouvage ReplenishingLeave-In Conditioner, $18Ulta.com

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When it comes to hair, most of us just stick to the basics. But with many factors that could cause hair damage, like the environment and heatstyling, proper measures can be taken in order to obtain and maintain healthy looking hair.

BEYOND THE BASICS

Hair care: Tips andproducts from experts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Many factors – like heat styling, weather and the sun – can damage hair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

More care might be needed than just the basic shampoo and conditioner routine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Most professionals recommend splurging on higher quality hair care products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

BY KIMBERLY ARNOLDCorrespondent

Alterna CaviarRepairXMultiVitaminHeat ProtectantSpray, $30,Sephora.com.

Living ProofPerfect HairDay DryShampoo,$12-$22,Sephora.com.

V76 by VaughnHydratingShampoo, $19,V76.com.

PureologyStrengthCure SplitEnd SalveTreatment,$10-$28,Ulta.com.

SEE HAIR CARE, 2C

Christophe RobinCleansing PurifyingScrub with Sea Salt,$52, Sephora.com.

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Creating the perfect smokyeye takes skill. Makeup ama-teurs can learn some of thetricks to achieving the look dur-ing Sephora Crabtree’s Night-time Smoky Eye Class, Wednes-

day, July 27, at 6 p.m. The classis free for the store’s BeautyInsiders (free frequent buyerprogram), and those who aren’tmembers can sign up for theprogram to register for the class.To enroll, visit sephora.com/stores/raleigh-crabtree-mall.

JUST FOR KIDSBelk stores celebrate the

younger set this weekend duringKidfest, Saturday, July 30, noonto 3 p.m. During the event,stores will hold children’s fash-ion shows, serve refreshmentsand host games. Shoppers also

will receive discounts on chil-dren’s clothing during the event.For more info, call your localBelk store.

ON THE HUNTWhile everyone’s obsessed

with Pokemon Go, Raleigh non-profit Activate Good hosts its ownreal-life scavenger hunt, the Ra-leigh Typhoon, on Saturday, July30. The annual event challengesteams to scour downtown Raleighshops, restaurants and attractionsfor clues that lead to a host ofprizes. Online registration is openthrough July 28, and day-of regis-

tration will be available as well.Registration fees are $15 perperson or $100 per team online,$20 per person and $130 perteam day of. Proceeds benefitActivate Good, an organizationthat matches volunteers withlocal charities. For details, visitraleightyphoon.com.

REVOLVER ACCEPTINGCONSIGNMENTSRevolver Consignment

Boutique is currently receivingconsignment items for fall andwinter. The Glenwood Southshop is on the lookout for high-

end brands (think Prada, Gucci,Jimmy Choo, Kate Spade andTory Burch) in new or gentlyused condition. The store limitsconsignors to a maximum of 30pieces, and appointments toconsign can be made for Mon-day and Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 2p.m. and Tuesday, 4 p.m. to6:30 p.m. Those with five itemsor fewer can visit during thestore’s express time, Thursdays,noon to 5 p.m. To make an ap-pointment, call 919-834-3053.

Send Style Watch tips tojenniferbringle@gmail.com.

STYLE WATCH

Learn the ‘smoky eye’ and join charity scavenger hunt

BY JENNIFER BRINGLECorrespondent