long to short hair makeovers

Cutting long hair and going for a short hair makeover is big step for most people, but it’s something that sellers on our site experience all the time.

Hair, by its very nature, is an intensely personal feature. Some people feel that it’s their security blanket, others love styling and managing it, and some use it as a scarf during the winter!

Women, and men, decide to cut their long locks for many different reasons. You might want a lighter look and feel during hot and stick summers, it may have become too hard to manage, or you might simply want to make a drastic change or earn some extra cash. Whatever your reason, chopping off long hair that you’ve had for years takes bravery and courage but making the snip can be a truly liberating experience.

In a recent seller interview on our site, Jen spelt out her thoughts and feelings nicely:

“…I was so done with my hair I thought I wouldn’t be nervous at all, but when it actually came down to cutting it, I was sooo nervous, I actually thought I would throw up. But the instant it was cut, I was both relieved, and excited, and I haven’t regretted it at all!”

A short hair makeover can accentuate bone structure with some well-thought out styling, and the lighter load often helps increase the natural bounce and volume in your hair. It can also really provide you with a sense of freedom and give you a confidence boost.

If you have decided to cut your locks, it’s a good idea to visit your stylist who should help you decide on what will suit you once you’ve made the cut. Getting a few pictures of short hairstyles beforehand will give you some ideas on what to go for. Different styles suit different face types and it’s good to think about this and speak to hair professionals before randomly committing. You should also check out our free virtual makeover tool which lets you try out loads of different hairstyles.

Remember, a big decision such as getting a short hair makeover shouldn’t be made on impulse so take some time to think it over. It’s good to get the opinion of others but ultimately, you need to listen to yourself as it’s you that’ll be living with the new hairdo.

Have you recently gone for a short hair makeover? Leave your comments below or if you’ve got more to say, get in touch – we’d love to feature more short hair makeover interviews on our site.

And remember, don’t let that long hair go to waste – be sure to sell it on our site so someone else can appreciate your lovely locks!

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Best 8 home made hair masks

Improve the texture of your hair and restore the lost moisture and sheen with a hair conditioner. However, buying these conditioners from the market turns out to be a little heavier on your pockets. Further, using them on damaged hair, due to dust, heat, hair coloring, hair straightening, etc., can additionally harm the health of your precious hair. So, how about whipping a few ingredients from the kitchen to make a wonderful hair mask which is free from any harsh chemicals? You can only hope to get a natural moisturizer that will add more softness and shine to your hair. You’ll love the luxuriously silky hair that you would get after trying any of these out. Surf through the following lines to find some homemade natural hair mask recipes that will give you shiny, moisturized, healthy, and beautiful tresses. Give them a try and you sure will be addicted to them.

1. A Little Avocado Please
Mash one avocado and mix it with a teaspoon each of olive oil and honey. Blend well to form a smooth paste. Apply to your hair and leave it on for about 20 minutes. Rinse your hair thereafter.

2. Get Smooth With Fruits
Grab a bunch of your favorite fruits. Mask half a banana and place it in a blender. Add one-fourth each of cantaloupe and avocado, 1 tablespoon wheat germ oil, and 1 tablespoon yogurt. Blend the contents and apply to your hair. Leave the mask on for around 20 minutes and wash it off henceforth.

3. Go Bananas
Mash one large banana and blend it with one egg, 3 tbsp each of honey and milk, and 5 tbsp of olive oil. Combine well to get a well-blended mixture. Massage the mixture onto your hair and scalp. Leave for 30 minutes and wash it off with a mild shampoo.

4. Add In A Little Mayo
Condition your hair with a mayonnaise mask to get thick and lustrous hair. Scoop out some spoonfuls of mayonnaise in a bowl and apply it on your hair. Alternately, you can add a few teaspoons of Epsom salts and a beaten egg to mayo. Blend well and apply to your hair. Let the mask sit in your hair for 30 minutes before you shampoo it out.

5. Oil Your Scalp
Beat two eggs and add 5 tsp of olive oil. Mix well and coat your hair and scalp with this mask. Allow the mask to sit for 30 minutes and wash it off afterwards.

6. Go A Little Nutty
Combine together ¼ cup honey, ½ cup yogurt, and one tablespoon almond oil. Mix well and apply to your hair starting from roots working down to the tips. Allow the mask to sit for 20 minutes before you shampoo your hair.

7. Some Honey, Dear
Add 3 tablespoons of olive oil to a ½ cup of honey. Blend well and rub it into your hair using a small amount at a time until your entire hair is covered. Wrap your hair with a shower cap and leave it for 30 minutes. Rinse the mask and wash your hair with a mild shampoo.

8. Grab Some Strawberries
Blend a cup of strawberries with one egg yolk and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a food processor. Work the mask in your hair and leave it on for 20 minutes. Henceforth, rinse off the mask and shampoo well.

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