Friday 21 December 2012

New Year – New You: Five Ways to Look Your Best in 2013

The New Year brings a fresh start and, whether you are worried about female hair loss, aging or are overcoming personal difficulties - or all three - a makeover is one way to give yourself a boost and start 2013 on a high note. While some makeovers involve expensive treatments, there are much cheaper ways to give yourself a lift, and some of these have long term benefits too.

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Hair

A brand new hairstyle is a major boost and you will be surprised how different you look – and feel – with a brand new cut and colour. While a quality cut and colour is well worth the investment, you don’t have to go to an expensive salon to get this done as there are many talented stylists about. Just visit your local salon with a magazine cut-out of a hairstyle or colour you like - or bring a selection - and your hairdresser will say what suits you best and will style your hair accordingly.

 If you have been experiencing female hair loss, talk it though with your hairdresser who will recommend some options for you. They will discuss the various styles and looks that suit your face shape and give you a cut to help disguise any bald patches. Sleek, straight styles are an option for female hair loss, such as the bob, long hair or medium wavy hair - and these styles are easy to maintain too. Side partings are also a good option as they give the illusion of a fuller head of hair.

If you do experience female hair loss, visit the experts at the London Centre of Trichology who will offer a free consultation to diagnose the cause of your hair loss and discuss how best to treat it.

Skin Care

A daily skincare regime with a good cleanser and moisturiser will do wonders for your skin and give it a real glow. The most important thing to look for in a moisturiser is a high SPF factor, or you can apply an SPF after your daily moisturising regime.  At night time, use a good cleanser to clear your skin of any remnants of make-up and apply a night cream, if you can. Visit your local pharmacist, make up counter, or beautician and they can recommend products to suit your particular skin type. You can also give your skin a boost by applying a weekly facial mask.

Make –Up

The right make up techniques and products will make you look fantastic from morning until evening. If you are unsure of where to start, visit your local department store and the staff at any of the make-up counters will be happy to give you a consultation, either free or for a small charge, redeemable against a product purchase. Or, if they can’t help, they can point you in the direction of someone who can. An in-store make-up artist can talk you through a day or evening look and you can practice this at home. You can also ask them to write down the products they have used and where to apply them.

Clothing

Dressing well is all about dressing for your age and your body shape. If you are looking for an outfit, but don’t know where to start, some department stores have in-house personal dressers who will find the perfect look for you free of charge. You will need to book an appointment in advance, although some stores allow you to show up on the day, depending on availability. A personal shopper can find you an outfit to suit a particular occasion or for everyday wear. They can also talk you through the best looks for your body shape - so you can feel like a brand new you! And the added benefit of this is that the right outfit can take years off your true age!

Diet

Things that you put in your mouth show up your skin, nails and hair and you need to eat the right food to get a healthy glow. Protein, such as lean meat, seafood, beans and eggs, will help give your skin a boost.  Oily fish is a good source of Omega 3 and is classified as essential fats as the body can’t make it by itself. Other top tips for beauty are: to eat fresh fruit, nuts and whole grains. Nutritionists recommend you eat fruit and vegetables the ‘colour of the rainbow’ to make your skin glow.

About the London Centre of Trichology

 If you are experiencing the symptoms of female hair loss, visit our specialists at the London Centre of Trichology for a free consultation. We can diagnose the cause of female hair loss and recommend the best treatment for you.

Female Hair Loss – contact us now to book your free consultation.