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Ask The Expert: Doctor Sharon Wong from Get Ahead of Hair Loss

September 17, 2019 · 12 Comments

Since we launched our blog in 2007, Style Chicks has covered women’s hair loss. It is a subject that isn’t openly discussed. This leads to viable solutions not being considered for both men and women who are suffering hair loss who do not need to be.

That is why Doctor Sharon Wong founded Get Ahead of Hair Loss. This annual conference is a public education event that brings together leading experts from the UK in the field of hair loss.

Get Ahead Of Hair Loss Speakers

We had the opportunity to ask Doctor Wong a few questions:

1) From your standpoint, what is the most exciting new development in the fight against hair loss?

For me, cell regeneration technology will transform the way hair loss will be treated in the near future, regardless of the cause of hair loss. There are a number of different techniques but essentially they all involve harvesting cells which have the ability to form new hair follicles, expanding the number of those cells and reinjecting back into that person’s scalp. These cells could be stem cells or dermal papilla cells from the hair follicle or stem cells derived from fat.

2) What would you say to the women reading this that are experiencing hair loss and feel too embarrassed to talk about it?

Hair loss is common and you are definitely not alone. It is important to recognize that when hair loss is starting to have a negative effect on you/your life then it’s time to do something about it and there is absolutely no shame in having or talking about hair loss. More often than not there will be something that can be done to support someone with hair loss whether this be medical, cosmetic and or psychological support.

Get Ahead of Hair Loss 2019

Are you interested in attending Get Ahead of Hair Loss?

Regular ticket price is $89, but Style Chicks readers can get the special rate of $69 with the code GAOHL2019.

Learn more at https://www.GetAheadOfHairLoss.com and if you will be in the UK on September 22nd, definitely consider attending!

How to Use Tamanu Oil for Hair & Skin: Prime Natural Organic Tamanu Oil

June 20, 2019 · 2 Comments

Looking for organic oil for skin and hair beauty treatments? Consider Tamanu Oil. Tamanu Oil has gained attention because of its’ rare beauty benefits. When choosing a Tamanu Oil, select only a reputable and organic source. Prime Natural Organic Tamanu Oil is USDA Organic. The Prime Natural Brand uses only 100% Pure and Natural Certified Oil. Read how to use Prime Natural Organic Tamanu Oil for hair and skin organic beauty treatments.

Prime Natural Organic Tamanu Oil is Pure & USDA Organic

ABOUT TAMANU OIL

Tamanu Oil is called “Green Gold” because of its’ versatile skin and hair beauty uses. The oil comes from the Tamanu Tree found in Polynesia.

Tamanu Oil comes from the nuts of the Tamanu Tree

Tamanu nuts

Within the region, Tamanu Oil is used for hair and skin. Tamanu oil is a topical healing agent that is:

antineuralgic
anti-inflammatory
antimicrobial
antibiotic
anti-oxidant

Prime Natural Tamanu Oil is USDA Organic and tested for quality.

ORGANIC

The Tamanu Tree has very few pest problems and can be easily grown organically (1). But to get benefits, it is important to select a brand that uses pure Tamanu Oil and properly processes and tests it to ensure quality.

WHY SELECT THE PRIME NATURAL BRAND

Many Tamanu Oil brands are technically “natural”. Prime Natural Tamanu Oil is certified as USDA Organic. The Prime Natural Brand uses 100% Pure and Natural Oil in this and all their products.

Certified Organic, GMO-free

TRANSPARENCY IN SUPERIOR PRODUCT TESTING

Prime Natural only uses the cold pressed extraction method for superior Tamanu Oil. I like that each product is GC/MS tested to ensure 100% quality. Prime Natural posts the quality reports on their website.

PACKAGING

Prime Natural Tamanu Oil comes in a high-quality dark amber glass bottle. It has three dispensing options: a pump, a glass dropper, and tamper-proof seal cap. I like the dropper because I can dispense just a few drops without spilling.

Comes with three dispenser options: pump, cap, and dropper

WHY USE TAMANU OIL FOR SKIN

Tamanu oil is used for cosmetic and topical applications. It is primarily used where anti-inflammatory properties are beneficial. Tamanu Oil research supports using Tamanu Oil for the healing of burns, scars and some skin diseases. (2)

A golden green drop of Prime Natural Organic Tamanu Oil.

Both anti-inflammatory and antiseptic, Tamanu Oil is used for skin conditions such as:

acne scars
burns
dry scalp
eczema
mosquito bites
psoriasis
stings
stretch marks
flaky, scaly or dry skin.

HOW TO USE TAMANU OIL ON SKIN

AS AN ANTI-AGING TREATMENT

Before bedtime, massage a few drops of Tamanu Oil onto the face and neck. It serves as a moisturizer and anti-aging treatment.

Prime Natural Organic Tamanu Oil consistency is thick but spreads easily and applies smoothly

FOR ACNE SPOT TREATMENT OR WRINKLES

For treating specific areas, such as acne or fine wrinkles, use a cotton swab to dab the affected area.

AS A SKIN TONER

Mix Tamanu Oil with geranium, myrrh, frankincense, or lavender oil. This cleanses pores and tones skin.

TO TREAT SCARS & STRETCH MARKS

Apply Tamanu Oil directly to scars and stretch marks. The oil can also be added to a daily moisturizer or mixed with essential oil.

Why Use TAMANU OIL ON HAIR

Tamanu Oil is a common hair treatment in Polynesia, where the Tamanu tree is common. Tamanu oil is a humectant that hydrates the hair and holds moisture.

HOW TO USE TAMANU OIL ON HAIR

HAIR: Apply a few drops of Prime Naturals Tamanu Oil onto dry or damp hair. Concentrate on the last few inches of hair or where ever split ends occur. The humectant properties keep hair hydrated. It nourishes, thickens and strengthens the hair. This prevents hair breakage.

SCALP: Applying Tamanu Oil to the scalp nourishes hair follicles. It helps stimulate hair growth, reduces inflammation and dandruff. It also stimulates blood flow to the scalp.

MY EXPERIENCE

SCENT: There is a faint nutty scent.

APPEARANCE: Prime Natural Tamanu Oil has a beautiful golden green color!

Tamanu Oil is semi-thick but applies smoothly and absorbs easily

Tamanu Oil is a lovely green-gold color.

CONSISTENCY: The oil is semi-thick but easily spreadable. Â A very tiny bit of Tamanu Oil goes a long way. I mix a few drops into my moisturizer or apply it directly to acne or a scar.

EFFECT:

I tried Prime Natural Tamanu Oil on an old scar on my leg. I massage a drop into the scar each day for a week. It does look softer and feels more pliable.

Just a drop of Tamanu Oil treats scars, acne, and dry skin

Just a drop of Tamanu Oil treats scars, acne, cuticles, fine lines or dry skin

HAIR TREATMENT
This Tamanu Oil spreads easier than other Tamanu oils I have tried. I combine Tamanu Oil with Jojoba Oil or a supporting essential oil such as Lavender Oil for a moisturizing scalp massage.

Another option is to add a dropper full of Tamanu Oil into a creamy hair conditioner. This turns any hair conditioner into a super conditioning hair masque treatment! I find it leaves my hair soft, silky and smooth. My hair feels stronger after Tamanu use.

CONCLUSION

Prime Natural Organic Tamanu Oil is a versatile beauty treat. It is organic and effective. Prime Natural Organic Tamanu Oil is useful for many hair and skin conditions. It is useful for the entire family ranging from healing scars to acne to treating signs of aging.

Prime Natural Organic Tamanu Oil is versatile, pure and organic.

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find Prime Natural Organic Tamanu Oil at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NW55XD9

QUESTIONS? COMMENTS?

Have any questions about Prime Natural Organic Tamanu Oil? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

Leave a comment or email us at questions@stylechicks.com

REFERENCES

1. Warrier, Kannan. (2010). Calophyllum inophyllum. Page 175
2. Ibid, Page 176
3. LÃ©guillier, Teddy et al. â€œThe Wound Healing and Antibacterial Activity of Five Ethnomedical Calophyllum inophyllum Oils: An Alternative Therapeutic Strategy to Treat Infected Wounds.â€ PloS one vol. 10,9 e0138602. 25 Sep. 2015, doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0138602

ABOUT THIS POST

Like you, the team here at Style Chicks needs time to evaluate and form an opinion of the products we talk about. With the Prime Natural Organic Tamanu Oil, we received compensation for our time and effort to form an opinion of this product. We produced this blog post because we think the product is great and want to share it with you!

How to Use Tea Tree Oil for Skin and Hair

May 27, 2019 · 8 Comments

Tea Tree Oil is well known for its antiseptic, antibacterial, antivirus properties, as well as having a scent that repels mosquitos, Tea Tree Oil also has several beauty and health applications that make it a powerful multi-tasker in your beauty arsenal.

Here are ways to use Tea Tree Oil for scalp health, hair loss, acne, moisturizing skin and to prevent razor burn.

Why Tea Tree Oil belongs in your beauty arsenal

TEA TREE OIL & HAIR

Tea Tree Oil induces hair growth by unclogging hair follicles and nourishing roots. It also helps prevent hair loss and hair fall.

To use Tea Tree Oil for hair growth, first choose a carrier oil. Jojoba, safflower, grapeseed, and almond are a good choices for hair and scalp care. Add a few drops of tea tree oil, and massage it into the scalp. It should tingle, but not burn. Straight Tea Tree Oil is too potent for direct contact with the scalp.

When first using Tea Tree Oil, hair may seem a bit dry, this is normal until the scalp finds a balance. If hair seems dry, use less Tea Tree and focus the massage treatments directly on the scalp.

TEA TREE OIL AND SKIN CARE

Tea Tree Oil for acne is gentler than other remedies. It does not irritate the skin, it stops breakouts. It does not preclude using anti-aging treatments on same areas.

There are two ways to use Tea Tree Oil for acne.

The first way is to mix a ratio of 90% water to 10% Tea Tree Oil and dab it on the spot with a Q-tip or cotton ball, twice a day.

The second way is to combine one teaspoon of Aloe Vera Gel with two drops of Tea Tree Oil and apply the mixture to acne with a q-tip. Let it dry fully, wait a few minutes, and wash with warm water followed by moisturizer.

Tea Tree Oil can gently treat acne breakouts but is gentler on the skin than benzoyl peroxide. It also heals while it treats so there is less dry, flaky, red skin after acne treatment.

Treat dry skin with Almond Oil and Tea Tree Oil and gently massage it into skin ten minutes before bathing.

Tea tree oil added to water can lather and used for shaving. It moisturizes the skin and can soothe the skin after waxing or threading. Tea Tree Oil prevents razor irritation or a razor burn rash. Add Tea Tree Oil to your regular shave cream, oil or soap to pre-empt the razor burn.

How to Use Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara

January 19, 2018 · 3 Comments

I wondered about Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara, how could I not, it’s everywhere, even my Mom said I should try it. But every mascara makes claims, and every mascara had its’ die-hard fans.

Many “BIG LASH” mascaras seem like shellac-like lash-clumpers that turn into fallout and flakes. I want full but defined lashes from a mascara that stays put. I’ll shell out the big bucks if it works, but that’s a big IF.

Here are our thoughts on Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara and how to get the most out of it.

Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara comes in regular formula and waterproof

Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara comes in a regular and waterproof formula

MY FANTASY MASCARA THEORY

I was a big fan of two discontinued Shu Uemura Mascaras, the Basic and the Fiber Extensions. I’ve never really gotten over them and I haven’t found something I ADORED since.

But as faithful StyleChicks readers know, we’ve tried plenty of mascaras to forget my long-lost mascara loves.

I want it to be BLACK BLACK dark, lengthening and separating, and to be able to keep a curl. I like a major lash, but reasonably natural looking, not a terrible mess of clumps and smudges and flakes.

TOO FACED’S CULT-FOLLOWING

There were the devotees who said this was the best…but I didn’t believe it until became mascara desperate and saw a 2-pack at Ulta that had a full size with a free waterproof mini.

It is also $12 for the mini, which is not so little considering the full size is absolutely huge. With Ulta’s amazing return policy, what do you have to lose?

Picked up Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara with a free Waterproof mini on an Ulta haul.

The TOO FACED BETTER THAN SEX MASCARA Experience

I found the regular and the waterproof to be very similar, albeit the waterproof seems a little drier, not in a dried out way, just a slightly less wet formula.

Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara brush has an hourglass shape, clumps tend to accumulate at the tip and require attention to clean

THE WAND: I do like the wand brush that comes with this mascara, and it works well if you do only one coat for the day.

BUT, I prefer to do three VERY thin coats throughout the day, and this way, I get NO clumps and virtually no fallout. I apply first in the morning at home during my typical makeup routine, then a coat before lunch to refresh the curl and add some intensity. Then a fuller, more dramatic lash for dinner and after-hours plans. That sounds like a lot of mascara, but hear me out, it looks natural if applied carefully.

HOW TO APPLY TOO FACED BETTER THAN SEX MASCARA

Each coat I do VERY lightly by dipping a disposable mascara wand into the tube just once per eye for both upper and lower lashes. Then I comb through with a dry disposable mascara wand or my trusty MAC or Paula Dorf Mascara Fan Brush.

MAC 205 Mascara Fan Brush Bristles allow for defined wispy mascara application

A fan brush eliminates any clumps and gives lashes a wispy look. I bring extra disposable wands with me for use during the day, and my trusty mascara fan brush, and a few cotton swabs just in case.

STYLECHICKS hack: Apply wet mascaras with disposable wands for maximum control

FIRST COAT: Thin first coat, lashes feel soft, it is difficult to hold a curl, but it is fine for the morning in the office, gives the effect of tight-lining the upper lashes
SECOND COAT: midday quick one-stroke coat to refresh for lunch plans.
THIRD COAT: A final third coat before dinner plans gives GIANT bombshell eyes. GIANT. For best curl hold all evening, I do a final thin coat of the Waterproof mascara after allowing the final coat to dry, give a quick curl, and the Too Faced Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara nicely sets the curl.

After application, comb through wet lashes with a dry, clean disposable mascara wand for a well-defined lash finish that won’t clump

USING DISPOSABLE WANDS

I use Wayne Goss’ trick of bending the brush head of the mascara wand, but I use a clean disposable wand, this gives me the best access to upper and lower lashes and allows me to use the least mascara to get the best effect. I can also get in nice and close to the actual lash line, which gives a tight line effect and makes eyeliner use somewhat optional or minimal.

How to Apply Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara

Bend a disposable mascara wand for optimal control and to get in close on bottom lashes

The angled bent brush gives the best access to little lashes even in corners

I Forgo eyeliner other than tight lining or upper rim only for when I really want to bring it. Full-on liner is just too much, like crazy eye kind of big eye. If using eyeliner, do so very gingerly, perhaps something with a soft metallic such as a copper or taupe, or a smudge of shadow for some definition.

Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara Pros and Cons

Currently, this is my favorite mascara, I don’t use anything else. At $23 it is a bit steep, but it lasts for as long as one should hold onto a mascara (three months). The $12 mini is not so mini, it can last you a good six weeks to two months.

Lashes can look huge with one coat from the full specially shaped brush, and it is buildable, like how I use it in multiple coats throughout the day. It does not get stiff, so lashes remain workable, but this is more difficult to curl. The waterproof leaves lashes more curl-able, with no discernable difference to me in appearance, only in the feel of the application. I personally found any of the reported Better Than Sex Mascara dupes to be flaky, whereas actually Better Than stays put. It eliminates the need for eyeliner on most days and defines the eye so well, I don’t need much else as far as eye makeup for a dramatic yet natural looking eye.

PROS:

No flaking. I mean none
Dark black that makes eyes look huge
Nice lush looking lashline

CONS:

Removing the mascara at the end of the day. I use safflower oil-soaked cotton pads, let them sit on my closed eyes for about 30 seconds to melt it all, then wash my face. Not dramatically worse than other mascaras, and there is no tugging involved if a proper oil remover is used.

Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara has a thick brush with an hourglass shape

WHERE TO BUY Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara

Find Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara at TooFaced.com, Ulta, Macy’s, and Sephora