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2022 Wedding Hair Trends

“2022 Wedding Hair Trends” – The 2022 Wedding Hair Trends You Need to Know About

During the coronavirus pandemic, people spent more time online than ever before. TikTok has opened up people’s eyes to the world of beauty—specifically the world of hair. More people are finding inspiration online, giving rise to new popular hairstyles, cuts, and colors. Whether you’re in the market for a fashion-forward cut or you just want fresh fringe ideas, we rounded up nine wedding hair trends for 2022 that you need to know about. As we head into the new year, there’s a new focus on intricate braids, low-maintenance colors, and nostalgic cuts from the ’90s and ’80s. (All of which would look incredible on your wedding day.)

Scroll through the biggest wedding hair trends of 2022 to find your favorite, and then set up a call with your wedding hairstylist to test it out. You can either visit a salon in person or set up a video consultation—whatever feels most comfortable to you. As we head into the new year, there’s no better time to try a new hair look (we see you eyeing that mullet). See the pros’ hair predictions for next year, below.

Half-Up Braids & Beach Waves

This viral look is all over TikTok, which is why celebrity hairstylist Sarah Potempa predicts it’ll be everywhere in 2022. “With #hairtok and #hairreels, the inspiration for the braiding details are so accessible to brides,” she says. Wondering how to get beach waves? “Use a smaller curling iron than you think,” Potempa advises. “Straight hair that long tends to fall fast—you want your curls to last all day.” She recommends using a one-inch curling iron (like the Beachwaver Pro 1) for loose curls.

Then, get creative with the braids. Try boho fishtail braids, classic Dutch braids, or retro bubble braids. If your hair tends to fall flat, Potempa recommends asking your hairstylist to add layers to your hair. “Layers will help add more volume into the look you’re going for,” she explains. “If your hair is fine, you can also add human hair extensions to balance out the braided top section.” Pin the braids into a half-up, half-down style, and you’re done.

Natural Texture

Because of the coronavirus pandemic, people visited salons less frequently and embraced their natural texture. As a result, celebrity hairstylist Kiyah Wright says people are gravitating towards low-maintenance hairstyles for their big day. “People are looking for styles that are easy to maintain,” she says. “A lot of women of color are cutting out their relaxers and going natural.” If you’re rocking your natural texture, Wright recommends using some kind of nourishing hair oil (like Pantene’s Gold Series biotin and kukui nut oil) to keep the hair healthy and happy. “It hydrates the hair, helps reduce hair breakage and makes [your hair] stronger—especially for newbies going natural.”

Potempa adds that prepping your hair while it’s wet makes all the difference. Use a t-shirt towel post-shower to reduce frizz and breakage, add in your products and then diffuse with a blow dryer. Her tip? “Make sure you practice how to part your hair,” she says. “Sometimes with curls, a really great side part can make all the difference.” The best part about rocking your texture is the endless ways you can style it. “Enhancing your natural hair with a veil, flower crown, scarf, bun or top knot is stunning.” Another headpiece option we love? A gorgeous wedding headband.

Bubble Braids

The early 2000s called, and TikTok answered. Bubble braids are everywhere—on runways, on social media, and, next year, in weddings. This fun trend is perfect for any to-be-wed looking for a unique day-of ‘do. They’re equal parts playful and elegant—and they’re extremely easy to achieve. Potempa says these braids are particularly great for to-be-weds with thick hair, as clear elastics can typically hold more hair than bobby pins. Create small bubble braids on the sides of your face for a nostalgic look or ask your stylist for a bubble braid ponytail to achieve supermodel status.

Shags

Calling all Friends fans. The moment you’ve been waiting for is finally here: The shag is officially back. The style, popularized by Jennifer Anniston on the hit sitcom, was huge in 2021 and will continue to be popular in 2022. “The shag gives you tons of movement and volume at the crown with airy texture around the edges,” says Ryan Richman, celebrity stylist. He adds that this style plays well with any hair type—from straight to wavy or curly. “The Rachel” is the most popular version of this style, but feel free to make it your own. Rock straight-across bangs or your naturally curly hair for your own spin on this ’90s-inspired ‘do. Psst: This style works especially well for to-be-weds with short hair.

Down Styles

“Wearing your hair down is going to be a huge trend as it feels relaxed, confident, and free,” Potempa says. “From old-Hollywood glam waves to a middle-parted beach wave, this is a beautiful way to wear your hair—especially if you’re someone who also wears your hair down.” To achieve a perfect down style, start with fresh, clean hair (Potempa says oils from your scalp can weigh down your locks) and create a clean center part or side part. Next, get a voluminous blowout, lifting at the root while over-directing the hair (read: blow-drying in the opposite direction). Want more volume? Add in clip-in extensions. “For old-Hollywood glamour, create a strong side part by following the arch of the eyebrow,” Potempa says. “Use [a one-inch curling iron] and roll each section under and secure with pins.” Allow the curls to cool, and release. Turn them into waves by brushing through the curls once they’ve completely cooled off.

Modern Mullets

Yes, you read that right. Thanks to Miley Cyrus, the ’80s are alive and well—and Richman is here for it. “We’ll see mullets on males and females alike,” he says. “Miley’s mullet is a combination of all current hair trends: a lob, shaggy bangs, and short layers around the face. This haircut is edgy and very easy to style.” In fact, all you need is some kind of styling cream (Richman recommends Monat’s Studio One Air Dry Cream) to make it happen. Brush it through towel-dried, combed hair, and let your locks air dry. If you’re searching for fresh, unique hair ideas, this one is for you.

Simple Updos

Does another simple style Richman expect to see everywhere this year? Simple updos, like a casual low bun (like this one on Alicia Keys) or a modern French twist. We love these ‘dos because they look like they require a lot of effort and time—when in reality they’re easy to achieve. Additionally, they’ll keep your hair out of your face (and you won’t have to worry about any rogue bobby pins falling out during the ceremony or reception).

Dark Chocolate Hair

Feeling like you could use a reset after 2020 and 2021? This wedding hair trend is for you. Potempa says dark chocolate hair with rich caramel ombre is going to be extremely popular in 2022—especially after this long, hot summer. “Dark chocolate is the perfect rich, healthy looking color,” she says. “The highlights or balayage technique are heavier on the bottom with a ‘money piece’ in the front to add a pop of color and brightness.” Potempa adds that prepping your hair for coloring is key in getting a vibrant, healthy mane. “The new year is the perfect time to restructure, re-bond, and restore your hair.” Use Beachwaver’s Stay Strong Reparative Kit or Olaplex’s bond-building line.

Shadow Roots

Post-COVID, low-maintenance hair colors are everywhere—like shadow roots, which Potempa says will be big in 2022. “Shadow roots are cool because it allows you to blend the root with the color of the hair and allows you to grow your hair out longer,” she says. “It’s a natural sun-kissed look.” Keep any brassiness and dullness at bay by using a purple shampoo and conditioner.

Regency-Inspired Hair Accessories

Given all the wedding dress and wedding decor inspo Brigerton has given us, it’s not surprising the hit series has caused a new hair trend. We predict that regency-inspired hair accessories (think: tiaras, beaded combs, fabric bows and silk flowers) will be everywhere in 2022 thanks to Daphne and the other members of the Ton. Word to the wise, Dear Reader: If you’re planning on wearing a Bridgerton-inspired hairpiece, make sure you tell your stylist in advance. That way, they’ll be fully prepared to create the hairstyle of your dreams. You’ll be shining like the diamond of the season—we guarantee it.

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by Maddy Sims

From: https://www.theknot.com/content/wedding-hair-trends

“2022 Wedding Hair Trends”

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WHAT DOES CBD DO?

WHAT DOES CBD DO? IT ENHANCES YOUR SELF-CARE ROUTINE INSIDE AND OUT

“WHAT DOES CBD DO? – Because it can be hard to squeeze self-care into your already packed schedule, you have to make the most of that “me” time—cannabidiol, a substance many people hail as a health care miracle—can help boost the quality of your self-care.”

First, a Little Background

Here are a few basic facts, in case you’re just getting familiar with this topic:

CBD is different from THC, the psychotropic substance in the cannabis plant;
To be legally sold in the U.S., a product can contain no more than 0.3% THC;
CBD won’t get you high;
CBD won’t make you fail a drug test;
CBD is generally considered safe, but you should still consult your health care provider if you have concerns about using it, especially if you take other medications or supplements, or have a preexisting health condition such as diabetes or pregnancy.

Topical CBD

Massage therapists often develop overuse injuries, especially in the shoulders, back and hands, and you may already use massage, stretching, or hot/cold therapy to ease the pain. What does topical CBD do for a massage therapist’s self-care routine? Adding topical to your routine, such as by massaging your tired hands with infused massage oil or rubbing warming or cooling topical on sore shoulders, can amplify the results of your efforts.

Many topical products are currently on the market, and it can be difficult to decide on a high-quality one that will do what you need it to do. You’ll find CBD in massage oils, lotions, balms, ointments, and other preparations designed for topical application.

One of the first things to look at when considering a topical product is the total amount of CBD in the product. Most products will have a label or accompanying literature that, among other things, explains 1) the total amount in the entire container and 2) the amount of CBD per suggested dose.

When you choose a CBD topical, you should also make sure the company has its products routinely tested by third-party laboratories and makes the results of those tests easily available, such as on their website. Lab testing of each batch ensures the quality and quantity remain consistent.

High-quality topicals may also explain how their products are absorbed into the skin; they may refer to this as their delivery system or absorption method, and it’s often proprietary and unique to their company. For example, Herb Tech Pharma employs “phase change technology” in which the product changes after penetrating the stratum corneum, the outer layer of skin that covers the epidermis, in order to achieve optimal absorption.

“When the emulsion is in an oil environment (like the stratum corneum), all of the oil components organize on the outside of the emulsion, allowing it to penetrate the stratum corneum carrying along with the hydrophilic components on the inside of the emulsion,” notes Herb Tech Pharma’s website. “When the emulsion gets to the epidermis, a hydrophilic environment, the emulsion ‘breaks.’ This means that many of the lipophilic components leave the emulsion while the hydrophilic components now move to the outside of the emulsion.

“The lipophilic components that remain are now on the inside of the emulsion, which can now pass to the epidermis for hydration.”

When a high-quality topical CBD product absorbs into your skin, it can deliver many healing benefits, relieving pain, easing inflammation, and soothing skin conditions like eczema and dermatitis. Treating sore and weary hands, shoulders, and back muscles to a CBD topical after a long day of giving massage is a great way to engage in self-care.

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“WHAT DOES CBD DO? IT ENHANCES YOUR SELF-CARE ROUTINE INSIDE AND OUT”

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INSIDE SURFACTANTS | Hale and Hush

“INSIDE SURFACTANTS | Hale and Hush ” – Surfactant Cleanser Examples Mackadet DA (INCI: Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate (and) Sodium Cocoamphoacetate (and) Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine) is a product of Solvay. EcoSense 1200 (INCI: Lauryl Glucoside) is a product of Dow Chemical Company. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) TEA Lauryl Sulfate Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) The term surfactant is a shortened form of the phrase surface active ingredient. A surfactant is categorized as a compound that will lower the surface tension between two other factors. This could be lowering the interfacial tension between a liquid and a solid, a liquid and a gas, or even a liquid and another liquid. An example of this would be mixing oil and water in a skincare product. As we know, oil and water do not dissolve when combined, so a surfactant will then be added to a formulation to keep it from separating into layers of ingredients. Most people think this only pertains to ingredients that foam or cleanse. However, surfactants can also be in the following beauty products: emulsifiers in creams and lotions, conditioning agents in skin and hair care products, and solubilizers for perfumes and flavors. Learning the various types of surfactants and some common names helps us understand why these ingredients are used in a formula, but also why maybe a particular product is or is not working for your client and their skincare concerns. Cleansing and Foaming Surfactants as cleansing agents found in soaps and shampoos will draw the oil and dirt to the surfactant. As the surfactant is rinsed away from hair or skin, the surfactant is removed from the surface with oil/ dirt trapped inside. Consumers tend to believe that if a product foams a lot, then it cleans the skin better; however, it is more of an aesthetic property than having the ability to clean the skin more effectively. There are also several products in the marketplace, such as cleansers and shampoos, that are already in a foaming form. The surfactant in the foaming agent of these types of products allows it to remain as foam as opposed to collapsing back into liquid form. Just remember, that even though it is in a foaming state, that does not mean it has any cleansing ability. An example of this would be topical medications or steroids that do not foam but offer a different type of application versus internal or a cream/ointment. After cleansing the skin, most of the surfactant gets rinsed off, but sometimes not all of it. There are some surfactants that can bind to proteins of the skin, which in turn, can cause them to swell and/or change 50 September 2021 © Skin Inc. www.SkinInc.com shape. This will then cause the skin to become irritated. Lately in skincare, many try to use a mixture of surfactants rather than just one aggressive, potentially Spotlight: Sulfates One subject that is a popular topic in the personal care market is “sulfate or non- sulfate” surfactants. Sulfate-free surfactants cost more than lauryl/laureth sulfates. The cost can be the production of actual ingredients involved or the binding process of these sulfate-free surfactants. Sulfate-free products tend to lather; however, maybe not at the intense aesthetic experience of overflowing bubble-like sulfated products. As mentioned above, more foam does not equate to better cleansing. This is something that the skincare professional should explain to clients when choosing these cleansers. Some think they need to use more products, but this is not necessary, as the thickening of non-sulfate surfactants tends to make the formula more concentrated. In other words, “less is more.” www.SkinInc.com September 2021 © Skin Inc. 51 irritating one to the skin barrier and its function. Many ingredient suppliers are working to strategically mix surfactants from large micelles, which in turn, reduces irritation and inflammation. When a micelle in a formula is too small, it will aggravate the skin. Emulsifiers Surfactants as emulsifiers are used in skincare in a variety of creams and lotions. Most people would prefer that their skincare products have a uniform texture instead of all oil or layers of water and oil bases. Mixes of oil and water, emulsions are typically semi-stable so the oil and water do not separate. This makes for good spreadability of products and better absorption in the skin. Consumers sometimes say that they apply moisturizer, and their skin feels dry shortly after the application. Sometimes this is due to the types of emulsifiers in the products. The product will initially go on in a smooth manner and skin will feel hydrated, but sometimes the emulsifier used will create only the illusion of hydration temporarily. Some dimethicones and silicones are cosmetically elegant; however, the barrier created makes it difficult for the skin to “breathe” and actives to penetrate. Ultra-sensitive clients should look for emulsifying-free options or low use of dimethicone-like emulsifiers, as they can be more irritating to that particular skin type. When looking for options more emulsifier-free, look for physiological lipids that may mimic the lipid component of skin like essential fatty acids (EFAs), phospholipids, and certain ceramides. Conditioning Agents Skincare and hair care products also use surfactants as conditioners. Conditioning surfactants can include “leave-on” skin and hair conditioners. If used in a hair conditioner, for example, the surfactants give hair a smooth touch or feel as it leaves. After using a hair conditioner, the product remains on the hair, giving it a smooth feel due to the lipophilic (oily) portion of the molecule. A large number of surfactants used as conditioning agents are categorized as cationic surfactants. Cationic Emulsifi er Examples Glyceryl stearate PEG-100 stearate Stearyl Alcohol Cetyl Alcohol Laureth-23 Steareth Alcohol Cetyl/PEG/PPG 10 Dimethicone Phosphatidylcholine Phytosterols Stearic Acid Surfactants are not just found in foaming products. 52 September 2021 © Skin Inc. www.SkinInc.com surfactants are quaternary ammonium species or “quats,” which hold a permanent cationic charge independent of solution pH. Environmental toxicity has become an increasing concern with quaternary ammonium surfactants because they demonstrate strong potential for aquatic toxicity and environmental persistence. Additionally, quats are not possible to manufacture as 100% plant-derived compositions because the quaternary ammonium head groups require some petrochemical-derived carbon content.1 Since quats have become controversial in recent years, ingredient manufacturers are looking for “greener” versions to be made available as an option. Solubilizers Surfactants are used as solubilizers to solubilize (make a substance dissolvable or emulsifiable) small amounts of oil or oil-soluble ingredients (essential or INSIDE SURFACTANTS fragrance oils) into mostly watery concoctions (toners or hand washes), and to add water-soluble properties to anhydrous products (cleansing oil or bath bomb). A good example would be vitamin E (tocopherol), as it is generally oilier in nature. To put this ingredient in a toner or water-based product, you would need a surfactant used as a solubilizer to incorporate into the formula, so the two ingredients do not separate. As mentioned above, surfactants can be used to allow for essential oils to be included in products like washes, toners, and mists. When using surfactants for this purpose, we need to consider sensitive skin. More and more clients are classifying themselves with sensitive skin for a variety of reasons. When trying to determine where their sensitivity is coming from, one should consider the type of fragrance being used in the product that is causing irritation. If a product is using essential oil to provide the fragrance, that could be the issue or possibly it could be the surfactant being used to infuse the oil aesthetically into the product. At times, some detective work may be needed on the professionals’ part as well as recommending a dermatologist/allergist. Conditioning Agent Examples Behentrimonium Chloride (quat) Distearyldimonium Chloride (quat) Brassicamidopropyl Dimethylamine Brassicyl Isoleucinate Esylate Solubilizer Examples Hydrogenated Castor Oil Polysorbate 20 Polysorbate 80 Water Soluble Shea Butter Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Cocamide PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide Surfactants are used to add water-soluble properties to anhydrous products. www.SkinInc.com September 2021 © Skin Inc. 53 Kris Campbell is a licensed esthetician who has been actively involved in the professional skincare industry since 2004. She created Hale & Hush, the only professional skincare line to focus exclusively on sensitive skin. Campbell is respected as a prominent writer, speaker, and educator in the skincare industry. Are Surfactants Good or Bad? I spoke with John Stanek, director of marketing and product development for CoValence Laboratories about good and bad surfactants. I have learned a lot about not categorizing good or bad, as each individual and each company should look at surfactants ingredients and uses to determine their own view. “Regarding the morality of surfactants, we do not categorize raw materials as good or bad because neither term is codified,” says Stanek. “Further, applying adjectives like good/bad to raw materials presents a risk because the concept is based on the perspective of individual brands, retail channels or consumers (versus an evidence-based approach).” In professional skincare and in over-the-counter skincare for that matter, surfactants are everywhere in our products. Learning more about the sources of those surfactants and understanding the reason they are in the product will be important to some but not others. If you have a clientele that is sensitive to these ingredients or find this information important, start questioning your brand manufacturer as to what, where, and why they use certain ingredients. Besides asking the manufacturer, you should also do a little research to look at the makeup of ingredients and the potential positives and negatives of each. Be sure to create a good intake form that asks questions of your client as to whether they have any ingredient allergies or have been known to get irritated when using certain types of skincare or cleaning solutions. Only with this education will you be able to determine which brands to use for your clients, as well as giving yourself peace of mind

From: https://www.haleandhush.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/SkinInc_0921_InsideSurfactants.pdf

By: Kris Campbell

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