Leona Lewis performed a stunning homecoming set on the main stage at Radio 1’s Hackney Weekend yesterday.

Leona wore a boldly-patterned chiffon floral kimono top for her appearance over a black crop top and trousers.

The X Factor 2006 winner complemented her look with a simple slash of bold pink lipstick and a sophisticated topknot.

Get Leona’s stunning bun at home by following these 3 easy steps:

1. Turn your head upside down, then brush all of your hair to the top of your head, securing it in place with a band

2. Flip your head up and backcomb the loose hair to give it texture and body

3. Pull the teased hair into a ponytail and twist it around the band to form a bun. Secure with pins and a spritz of hairspray.

David Beckham can do no wrong – he always looks good, no matter what, and his hot new shoot for Elle UK proves it.

To celebrate the London Olympics, the July issue of the glossy monthly features David Beckham as its first ever solo male cover star.

The lucky soccer star has a thick full head of hair which works perfectly with this style of Quiff.

For this style you will need lots of gel!! and can get very gressy and messy, also best to wash it off, dont leave it over night as this damages the hair.

Dark under-eye circles may be hereditary, but that doesn’t mean your beauty has to suffer!

You can get rid of dark circles if you will only discipline yourself. If you have the habit of staying up late, then, you can solve your issue if you will try to alter your sleeping habit. A healthier lifestyle is the real key in averting the feel and look of your dark circles under eyes. You would also need to feed your body with the proper diet as well.

You can also use some teabags and placing them over your eyes through the night can help get rid of dark circles. Raw potato or Cucumber can also serve as a great organic treatment for dark circles under eyes.

There are also plenty of other home remedies that you can use to get rid of dark circles under your eyes.

We have all heard various stories about boiling hair extensions and adding secret ingredients.  Well Depending on the quality and hair type, you can wash it, curl it, fry and dye it to change up your look as often as possible.   However, there may come a time when you want to switch up your straight hair to make it curly or wavy.   Curling your straight extensions is not only time consuming but it also damages the hair overtime. Nevertheless, instead of curling your extensions every day, taking up precious time and effort, you can boil it to have it permanently curled.

Perm Rods (large, medium and small)

Stove

Large Boiling Pot (size should be large enough to accommodate all your hair)

Extra virgin Olive Oil and Conditioner – Feel Free to add your own recipe

1. First, take the large boiling pot and fill it half full with water.   Once the pot is full, turn on the heat source on either a gas or electric stove.   The heat should be hot enough to bring the water to a boil.
2. Next, add a few drops of extra virgin olive oil and less than a palm full of conditioner to the water.   Let the water continue to boil while you are placing the extensions on the perm rods.
3. Begin to place the extensions on the perm rods.   Your perm rods should vary in size from small to large.   The larger the perm rod, the looser the curl will be.   The smaller the perm rod, the tighter the curl will be.   For short hair, start at the base of the weft or extension and begin to wrap the hair around the perm rod and close the end of the rod.   For longer hair extensions, start at the end of the hair and wrap the hair around the extension in the same way that you would wrap hair for a roller set.   If you want a wavy look, twist the hair before adding it to the rods.
4. Adjust the water temperature.   The water should be boiling up pretty good by now.   Adjust the water temperature down to a simmer.   The water should still be boiling but not as aggressively at this point.
5. Once all of the extensions are in place on the perm rods, carefully add the extensions to the water.   The extensions should boil for a period of no less than two and a half hours.
6. After the time has elapsed, remove the pot from the heat and turn off the heat source.
7. Let the extensions air dry overnight.
8. Once the extensions are completely dry, remove the extensions from the perm rods one by one until all the perm rods are removed.
9. Shampoo and condition or co-wash the extensions b

Full lace wigs are ideal for those who are suffering from alopecia or damaged hair. Full lace wigs are also suited for those who want to want to protect their hair or for those who like to change up their hair styles frequently without inflicting damage on their own hair.   Unlike traditional wigs, full lace wigs allow users to manipulate the hair without any obstructed parting space.  Moreover, depending on the type of hair, cap construction and overall quality, full lace wigs last for years in comparison to their weft wig counterparts.   Nonetheless, while full lace wigs have several advantages, wearing a full lace wig requires much effort to maintain its longevity.   Thus, there are a few products needed to extend your full lace wig’s lifeline.

1. Overtime with frequent use and even abuse, the hair may become loosened from the lace base which causes shedding.   Shedding results in sparse areas and bald spots which can alter the full lace wig’s overall look.   Knot sealer helps the knots to remain strong and attached to the lace.

2.Silicon mix is key for processed human hair.   When hair is processed, silicone is then applied to the hair to seal the cuticle and keep it flat. As you continue to wash and wear your processed full lace wig, the silicone coating wears off which is why most processed hair experiences gradual tangling and matting.   Silicon mix will coat the hair to keep it smooth and tangle free without harsh processing.

Apply silicon mix or apple cider vinegar is pertinent to maintain the hair on your wig and provide a smooth look.

Hair extensions were first used by the ancient Egyptians. Men and women donned wigs and hair pieces for fashion and to avoid the risk of head lice. Throughout history, many cultures have used hair pieces to create stylish ‘dos. In the early 1900s, women piled fake locks on top of their head and embellished them with jewels in a style known as pompadour. Extensions as we know them today were first used in the early 1990s and became affordable for most people in the 2000s.

A big, bold look that will bring out your inner diva.

Get this natural look using afro kinky curl , this texture is very coarse with tight curls and blends well with natural hair.

Afro kinky weave is a thick, course hair extension added to hair to increase fullness for a desired style. These extensions lasts for weeks or months with proper care and washing. Do not use too much tension when adding the weave to minimize hair damage. Once complete, before styling,  spritz with water or leave in conditioning spray and comb through with a wide tooth  comb.

hairandbeautycentre currently stock  human hair Afro kinky curl in weave and lace wig. see links below:

http://hairandbeautycentre.co.uk/product.php?id_product=252

http://www.hairandbeautycentre.co.uk/product.php?id_product=137

NB : It is important that the afro kinky curl hair extensions are made of human hair, otherwise it looks fake and is difficult to style.

Am loving Tia Mowry new look!

An  updo is simply  putting someone’s hair up. This kind of hairdo is commonly requested by females involved in formal functions such as beauty pageants, bat mitzvahs, weddings or proms.

A typical updo for a woman with shoulder-length hair will involve pulling some or all of her hair back in a ponytail . The beautician will then take individual locks of hair from the ponytail, curl them, spritz them down with hairspray, and arrange them with the aid of bobby pins.