posted
30/12/12
Book Description:
There was something very special and beautiful about women in the early- to mid-20th century. The way they dressed was elegant and the way they wore their hair was feminine. This book shows how to create so many of those hairstyles by taking hairstyles from the 1930s, 40s, 50s, and 60s and breaking them down into simple, easy-to-follow instructions. It uses brand new photographs and detailed directions. Not only a manual, it is also fun to read. The Finished Styles chapter of the book contains coffee table book quality images of models with their finished hairstyles. Sprinkled in introductions and throughout the book are interesting facts about the history of hairstyling, origins of styles, and information about starlets and performers who made the styles popular. This 200-page full-color book has 6 main chapters. The book begins with the basics of styling and works its way back to advanced techniques. It also provides information on makeup, nails, and accessories for a finished look.
posted
26/12/12
Book Description:
Providing a complete guide to preserving and enhancing the health and appearance of hair, this guide explains how to identify hair type and select shampoos and conditioners to match it; how to avoid the dangers inherent in potentially damaging processes, such as dying, permanent waving, coloring, and bleaching; and the use of brushes, curlers, and pins. Everyday problems such as split ends and dandruff are addressed as are less common problems that may be the result of allergies, ill health, or climate. There are chapters on babies’ and children’s hair, and issues that may arise in pregnancy or old age are covered. Whether hair is viewed as a crowning glory, a problem that just won’t go away, or something that’s going away all too fast, this book provides answers to just about any hair question.
posted
22/12/12
Book Description:
“It is important for the beginning artist, as well as the seasoned professional, to understand that our industry is, was and always will be about our beloved clients and helping them to realize their own unique beauty; and though we may be very proud of the constant striving to better ourselves and our skills, the true joy of what we do is in the service of those whom we are given to care forâ€.
This book will take you from the school experience, through a description and use of the tools, to cutting and finishing techniques and to a better understanding of the very nature of our business including the development of your skills and perception, and on to the duties and responsibilities of yourself and those of your fellow artists.
“The Cut†is a must have for everyone that is contemplating a career in the beauty industry, as well as, for those already in the industry and wanting to brush up on the basics and learn some new skills. It is loaded with information that will continue to reveal more with each reading.
