WHY I DO CRAZY HAIR STYLES Published 5 days ago by focus

http://hairvillagers.com/why-i-do-crazy-hair-styles-a-denrele-edun/Though he looks thin and fragile, Adenrele Oluwafemi Edun has a larger than life image

Why the crazy hair style?
I am just expressing my individuality. Most people ask me that question and I would say I just want to be me. Some people think I make my hair like this to attract attention, but I have always had attention from childhood. So you know when I am somewhere, you can pick me out of the crowd and modeling is part of it because the models I was modeling with were very tall so you can hardly notice me. But with my crazy hair style you could single me out. So it was?? hair styles ?that started inspiring me. When I see all those hair styles they wear on the run way, and I always love to look good. But it was good for me because I was getting negative criticism. My lecturers would walk me out of class. They used to bug me everyday. In the school magazines people will write all sort of things like Denrele is a useless boy; at times I could stand at the bus stop in front of Education in UNILAG people will just park their cars and start insulting me like eight times a day. But the same set of people that abused me then are the ones now running after me. That is life.
So does this crazy hair styles have any positive or negative influence on your personality?
It is an extension of my person. It is a reflection of my individuality. For me my look is fun, it is not too serious but it is serious to get compliment. At least when people see me they ask like does this boy have parents at all; because behind every form of madness or craziness, there must be at least a certain degree of creativity. It is not easy to create these hair styles but then when you look at the these hair styles you will definitely know that the person who created the hair style is not a dullard. So for me, there is nothing special in it because many people have started making the hair style like me. I am not trying to make anything out of it; it is just me expressing myself.
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Tatirayi said the greatest challenge i used to face was SEDUCTION in the salon… Renowned hairstylist in Harare Zimbabwe Published about an hour ago by focus

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SEGUN FOCUS A Lifestyle Writer!
THERE used to be a time when women fought harder to make it into any male dominated field.
Such was the time when men would also strive to maintain anything, muscular from the kind of beer they drank, to the food they ate, and the kind of jobs they did. .But gone are these days as men are also venturing into women dominated fields.
One such area is hairdressing, which some men have excelled in and are even better than some female hairdressers.
Well, in a survey conducted by FOCUS the lifestyle writer in Zimbabwe many women now prefer male hairdressers because of their patience and creativity.
Maria Sarajevo, a cashier at a local supermarket said her male hairdresser understands hairstyles and what goes into crafting them.
When you are styled by a male hairstylist you get many heads turning because the job would have been well executed. We were brought up believing that men only know about hammers, chisels and screwdrivers but the tide has turned. Male hairdressers are also patient when it comes to women. Maybe it Is the nature in them.
You know women chit chat and critic too much, but male hairdressers have the gift of listening. Female hairdressers may not be happy with being critiqued and are also easily irritated, explained the cashier.
James Tatirayi a hairdresser at Geo Right salon in Harare? Avenues area in zimbabua, has been in the business for more than seven years and has made a name for himself locally. His brother George is also a hairdresser and they each have female clients from all works of life.
It is a trade that has brought bread and butter to their table and Tatirayi is happy and enjoys styling hair.
I ventured into hairdressing in 2007 ?when I graduated from school and I could not find a job. My brother taught me how to plait hair. This was not by choice as I wanted to be a doctor, but had no option as I was just sitting at home, he said.
The 30-year-old, who is happily married and has one child, Tawana, said nothing will take him away from hairdressing, even some of the negative comments they sometimes get from people.
Society feels this is a women job but to me this is an art I enjoy. It is also a job just like any other occupation, he said.
Tatirayi said his best hairdos are short weaves as they shape the face of a woman
Sometimes I research on the internet and magazines to check what are some of the latest trends. I also take photographs of my clients after their new hairdos and store them in our salon laptops. Clients can view a slide show of the hairstyles and choose what they want, he said.
The dreadlocked hairstylist has worked with many local celebrities and prominent people whom he did
not want to disclose.
I did hair for Miss Tourism models 2009, local musicians and the current Miss Zimbabwe Bongani Dhlakama, he said.
It is not an easy road as the job comes with some temptations. Tatirayi said the greatest challenge he used to face was seduction from some women.Long back some women used to try and seduce me as I plaited their hair but I have never fallen victim. I am faithful to my wife and she understands my job very well, he explained.
He said locally there is a big hairdressing market.
Big hair or small hair is what I feel put me on the map. Working with women changed my life professionally and spiritually, said the devout Christian hairdresser.
The Tatirayi brothers are always busy especially during weekends and the festive season.
We are now in the wedding season and we do 10 different bridal styles each week, he explained.
Another male hairstylist who is causing a stir in the town is from Fabulous Hair Salon is Hlalani Sibanda. Zimbabwe
Sibanda who is well known as Spencer a top hairstylist in United States, a nickname he acquired while in South Africa.
He relocated to Zimbabwe with his friend who also taught him hairdressing.
I love hair and it is a talent within me. We have been working together with Previous Nyoni who has also perfected his skills in South Africa, he said.
Sibanda who grew up in Gwanda said he gets inspiration from international celebrity hairstylists Ted Gibson.
I started this business in 1998. Apart from Previous my friend who has helped me polish my skills, I draw inspiration from hairstylist who does Toni Braxton, Martin Lawrence and Beyonce, he revealed.
Sibanda (38) also highlighted appreciation and resources as major challenges.
Hairstyling is a technique and every hairdresser has his or her own perfect style. My best so far is bob cut and style, which is now a hit not locally but globally. I do all styles with weaves and normal hair but I prefer normal hair.
There were certain stereotypes attached to this job as society believed it is a women job. Everyone is entitled to his or her opinion. I enjoy my work and I know my personality, he said.
Sibanda said he is engaged to Cynthia Moyo of Tsholotsho.
Back in South Africa the hairstylist has managed to build a good rapport with his clients to the extent he sometimes flies back for work.
We have been in the country for the past two weeks and it is hard to get clients but we are catching up. I have worked with the late South African gospel Vuyo Mokoena, cutting his box cut every two weeks, he added.
Sibanda explained that there is nothing bad about this job as passion is all that is required.
In countries like the United States and United Kingdom among others, male hairdressers are one of the most sought after stylist. The likes of Rihaana, Usher and Jennifer Lopez have their own stylists and if you check they are men. It is a job that if taken seriously can sustain livelihoods, he noted.
He said his dream is to be an international hairstylist.
Tendai Maguranyanga (26) a braider and a barber from Warren Park said hairstyling is an easy job.
It is just cutting designing clothes, whereby you will be putting down your imaginations to someone s head. I can say it is both difficult and easy to work with women. Sometimes women talk too much while you are focusing on their hair and at the same time they understand easily when you explain your concept, he said.
With the world we are living in these days, hair is the crown to your look so make sure you have a person who works yours well.

Trends for 2014...Black Hairstyle

Back hair trends for 2014 include short hair, long hair, natural hair, locks, waves and weaves.

Short Black Hair

If you are looking for short black hairstyles, these galleries are for you. You'll find natural hairstyles as well as pictures of weaves. 

 

Long Black Hairstyles

 Whether you opt for a weave or choose relaxers to get your own hair long, these photos of long black hairstyles should inspire you.

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Choosing Hair Product...Part 2

Mousse
Not a popular choice for men; there's a reason mousse is associated with the mall-rat Valley Girl look of the '80s. It's foamy and surrounds the hair strand with chemical compounds called polymers, resulting in a fuller appearance. Even though men may not be chasing that thick look, some mousses are specifically formulated to thicken fine hair with agents like rice protein and rosemary—making it perfect for foliage that's starting to thin up top.

Serum
Also called gloss, polish or smoothing fluid, it has a slick consistency and is used to reduce frizz and impart silkiness and sheen with silicone and various oils. Machen leans toward using serum on long, curly or brittle hair—its coating mechanism can soften the hair. For a quick shine fix, put a few drops on wet shampooed hair and then rinse it out.

Above all, always keep in mind Cannell's advice: The type of product you choose should be determined by your hair's length and texture. If you have short, fine hair and want it to stand up, use waxes or strong gels. Longer hair gives you more options, depending on how full you want it to look. For thinning hair, avoid heavier products, like creams and non-water-based pomades, as they'll weigh down your hair. Never just slap product onto the hair; put some in your palm and rub your hands together, then apply from the back of the head forward. And if you screw up your work of art, don't sweat it—it's a washable canvas.

Choosing Hair Product...Part 1

We hate our hair, and so should you. Really. It doesn't do anything, doesn't spike up or slick back by itself—unless we're talking cowlicks and oil problems, in which case you have bigger fish to fry. In fact, without any outside help, hair would suffer a limp and dreary existence, with nothing but a periodic scissoring to spice up its pitiful life. That's why a huge hair-care market exists in those salons and drugstore aisles: to liven things up. But how can we be expected to wade through all the stuff that's out there? Waxes, gels, mousses, pomades…it's enough to make us want to switch to dreadlocks and stop washing altogether. But help is on the way. We broke down the ABCs of hair glop for you. Now go forth and style. Carefully.

Gel
The workhorse of the bunch, with a utilitarian purpose: keeping hair stationary. Applied to wet hair, it holds shape and leaves hair shiny, and it comes in varying hold strengths from light to strong. Go with a strong-hold gel if you want stiffness; to make your hair more manageable or emphasize waviness, a lighter gel is a better option. Take heed: Some gels produce white flakes if you brush or comb your hair after the gel has dried, so don't be too hands-on.

Cream
To add extra shine and control without sacrificing your hair's natural look, creams are the way to go. Ideal for thick, coarse or curly hair, they may contain moisturizing ingredients like silk amino acids, olive oil or chamomile. The uni-named Pirkko, artistic director of New York City's Paul Labrecque Gentlemen's Salon, uses creams on dry or damp hair to give flexibility and strength and to tame flyaway hair without greasiness or stiffness.

Wax
One of the newest products to hit the scene. It's extremely versatile, good for everything from messier bed-head looks to more structured styles. It can have a matte or shiny finish and is applied to hair that's dry or slightly damp to define and control select pieces or areas. I use wax for almost everything, says Burton Machen, a Los Angeles haircutter. It's perfect for anything spiky, or it can be skimmed over the top of the hair for a neatly groomed style. He recommends wax for straight or slightly wavy hair, as it tends to clump in curly hair. Wax is more pliable than gel, allowing hair to be restyled ad infinitum—perfect for indecisive types or for someone who needs to go right from the office to the bar.

Pomade
According to David W. Cannell, senior vice president of research and development at Redken Laboratories, pomade was originally made from mineral oil and was used to groom hair and impart shine. Today many types of pomade have a water base for easier distribution and removal. Water-based pomade is one of my favorite products, says Pirkko. It's softer, it's not greasy, and it gives the hair definition and smoothness. Pomade is creamier than wax, so it may be the way to go if you have curly or thick hair.

Deva Method of Cutting Curly Hair

The Deva haircutting method was developed by Lorraine Massey to work with the physics of an individual's curls. Massey recognized the need for innovations in the ways in which kinky and curly hair was being cut to enhance the existing texture and create a more dynamic hairstyle.

Function

• The Deva cut is a different approach to maintaining curly hair without the use of chemical treatments that can alter the hair's composition. The Deva cut enhances curls by cutting in a specific pattern while the hair is dry. Each curl is cut according to how one's hair reacts to heat and moisture. This allows the curl patterns to remain intact and for hair to naturally fall into place.
  

History

• Massey, author of "Curly Girl: The Handbook", developed the Deva cut as a way to tame her own curly hair and has gone on to start the Devachan Salon in New York City. She has also created a line of curl-friendly hair styling products and accessories.
  

Famous Ties

Massey has used the Deva cut to personally style the bridal party for singer Beyonce's wedding. The Deva line of styling products have been used by stars on the television programs "Ugly Betty" and "Sex and the City.

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Deva Method of Cutting Curly Hair

The Deva haircutting method was developed by Lorraine Massey to work with the physics of an individual's curls. Massey recognized the need for innovations in the ways in which kinky and curly hair was being cut to enhance the existing texture and create a more dynamic hairstyle.