DIY : Red Hair using Brazilian Lace Closure + Virgin Filipino Hair

I'm obsessed with burgundy right now.. so I thought to myself, why not try Burgundy Hair?! Ever since I saw Beautybyjj's red hair, I wanted red hair. 

My absolute favorite Youtube guru Peakmill recently dyed her hair red/burgundy and I found myself running to the store to get red hair dye. I am not a fan of colored hair at least not during the colder months but I think this burgundy red color is just right.

I used my Virgin Filipino Hair and Virgin Brazilian Lace Closure.  I always try to get the most out of my hair extensions. It's been almost a year since I bought my Virgin Filipino Hair and Brazilian Lace Closure. After wearing it in its natural color I usually opt for color for a new look.

I followed Peakmill's video and I love that she always makes things seem so easy. I searched in every store and couldn't find the exact hair dye she used where I live and that is why I ended up using:

• L'oreal Excellence Hicolor Highlights Red Hot 
• Clairol BW2 Bleach
• 30 Developer

I was hoping I wouldn't have to use bleach so I was excited to use the L'oreal Excellence Hi Color Highlights thinking it was going turn my hair from black to red in one step. I was really disappointed with the results. It did not work at all, it tinted the hair a tiny bit but the color was not noticeable at all. So what I did was use the BW2 Bleach and a 30 developer. I left it on and kept watching until I got the color I want.

Here are my results.... I LOOOVE IT!! The quality of this hair is awesome. As you can see from the picture it looks as good as new.

The hair looks much lighter when I am outside. 

Have a wonderful week :)

DIY : How to Fix Overbleached Knots on a Lace Closure

This is thesame closure I've had since March 2012. See my initial post HERE. The closure is still in great condition, the lace is still intact. I've worn it with straight & wavy hair. It's very versatile, straightens/curls easily and it barely sheds even 7 months later.

 I finally decided to bleach the knots. Yes I decided to bleach the knots of my closure 7 months after I got it and have been wearing it. I've seen many videos on YouTube on how to bleach knots but I was still hesitant about trying it out myself. I bleached the knots and guess what... the knots were overbleached and it came out brassy. See for yourself :(

So I went back to Youtube to search for ways to fix overbleached knots on a closure. It worked!!!

My Closure after I fixed the overbleached knots:

Before                                         After 

A much easier and super quick solution is to use Colorful Red Out Shampoo Treatment. I would have tried this method but I couldn't find the product anywhere in my area. If you can find it where you live then this is a faster method. It's also available online HERE

Angela Simmons Inspired Hairstyle Using Indian Remy Deep Wave Hair

I installed my new bundles a week ago. I normally use 3 bundles (300g) of hair with or without a closure and my signature lengths are usually 16,18 and 20.For this hairstyle, I used 4 bundles (400g) of hair & a lace closure. I was trying to achieve a similar look to Angela Simmons in her "Bikini" hair for Indique. This hair is everything, look at it!! To achieve her exact look, you'll definitely need more than 400g of hair.

I used 16,18,20 and 22 inches of Indian deep wave hair and a 12 inch Brazilian deep wave closure. This is my fullest install yet. The closure and hair extensions match perfectly.

First look: no products at all, no styling.

I made this wig using the new U-part lace wig cap I talked about in my Previous Post. I absolutely love it because my scalp doesn't itch at all. I had to sew the tracks very close together to fit all 4 bundles and closure onto the cap. I have to give it to those who wear 600g and more, I have no idea how they do it?! The only thing I would change is that I would have gotten a longer closure.

Update:
I wore this hair for 3 months. I've never had the patience to straighten my wavy/curly hair but with this hair I was determined to try it at least once. It was time consuming but I did it. I wore this hair in so many styles; natural state, curled with a Remington curling wand, straightened, and curled with bendy rollers/.

The hair in a tamer state when sprayed with water + conditioner.

I curl wanded my hair lightly at the top for a different look. 

Hair straightened with a flat iron.

Week old brushed out wand curls

I enjoyed wearing this hair for the most part. My only issue was that the closure would get so poofy and frizzy sometimes, no matter how many times I deep conditioned it, it just wouldn't co-operate. 

Another thing I learnt after wearing this hair was that I prefer freestyle lace closures to closures that come with a ready made part. The closure I used for this hairstyle was a middle part closure. I feel closures that come with a part can look unrealistic because the part is too perfect. I also felt the part on this closure was a teeny bit too wide which made it look like an invisible part. So from now on, I'll only purchase freestyle closures so I can pluck the part myself to make sure it looks more realistic.

That's all folks :) 

Best Cap for making U-Part Wigs & Full Wigs

I have always used black spandex swim caps to make my U-part wigs/full wigs but I've have been dissatisfied with the cap in recent months because my hair underneath gets very itchy. I know many others swear by this cap but it has has no ventilation so my hair cannot breathe. I looked for an alternative and I found a mesh lace wig making cap. The cap is great for those who are beginners because the U-part is already built in, you can choose a cap with a middle part or side part or you can choose a cap to make a Full Wig (with a lace closure in front). The caps also come with adjustable straps at the back.

Since I started using this cap, I've experienced NO itching at all... none!!  I'm amazed at what a difference it makes. I get them from eBay, search "mesh lace wig cap". Definitely a must have.

My next post will be a show and tell of my new hair. I'm very excited to show you because I'll be using 4 bundles for the first time ever with a closure. 

Fall/Winter Trend : Turban Headbands

One thing I am obsessed with right now is Turban Headbands aka Turbands. I am currently building my collection and I think they are a fun way to add pizzaz to your casual everyday looks and keep warm at thesame time. They are also versatile; you can wear them with your hair up or down etc. Any item that provides Style+Comfort is a winner in my book :)

They are available in a wide variety of colors, materials (including knits for the colder months). The turbans that cover your entire head are too daring for me but I like them on others. I will stick to trying out turbands (a mesh between a turban and a headband.)
I especially like the studded one Kourtney Kardashian was spotted wearing last year.

Kourtney Kardashian in a studded black Gold Saturn Turban

If you want to get a turban. I recommend getting colors that contrast your hair or those that have studs so that it pops against your hair color. What is your opinion on turbans? Hot or Not?

My Fave Fall Hairstyle + Ponytail Lust

                                                 

My everyday hairstyle since Fall started is the braided hairstyle above. I like this hairstyle because it is easy to do and it keeps my hair out of my face.

If you want to know how to do this hairstyle, check out the video below:

I am a huge fan of ponytails because they always give you a effortless chic look. One person that wears ponytail hairstyles frequently and wears them well is Kim Kardashian.

 

I have worn synthetic ponytail extensions in the past and the one thing I did not like about them is that they are shiny, tangled after 1-2 wears and do not look very natural.

Recently I saw a picture of Angela Simmons at fashion week and she had on a ponytail hairstyle. Her look was flawless and of course I decided that I have to get one for myself.

 I would like to find a human hair ponytail with yaki texture so it matches with the texture of my hair. Yaki simply means that the hair mimics relaxed African (American) hair. 

I will keep you updated if I find a ponytail and do a detailed post on it.

Have a wonderful week :)

Crochet : Make Your Full Head Weave Look Natural

I'm always looking for new ways to make my weaves look natural. During winter I would like a full head weave (with little to no hair left out) that I can put in high ponytails. A closure is a good alternative for a full head weave but it is not possible to put your hair in a high bun/ponytail with a closure that is not glued down without leaving any of your hair out.

I  found a good alternative: Crochet Weave/braids. I think it is a great way to make a full head weave look natural. It is a great protective style and also offers versatile styling options.
If I decide to try this method, I will do this around my parting and the perimeter of my head not throughout my entire head. I only found videos of people doing this style with synthetic hair.

What do you think of this method?