Manscape 911

Posted on May 19, 2013

I apologize. I have neglected the dudes in the room. I know you are there, and I want to include you in this discussion. So, for you……..I present a tutorial of a basic manscaping for the face.

Manscaping is the basic grooming and removal of male hair. Do you think this man needs scaping? I’m kind of loving his fur (from afar)

My brother in law Jose Barajas ( Not this hairy guy, but the guy featured in the tutorial;) was awesome enough to let me manscape him. He was lightly hairy with bushy burns, shaggy hair and wildish beard and stash. He needed a simple and basic shaping up of his facial hair. I started off by giving him the dapper dude haircut. Here is how I scape.

1. Start with the side burns. Comb them all backwards towards the ear. Cut straight down the jawline.

2. Comb them a forward towards the face. Cut a straight line down the cheek.

3. Cut straight across the bottom of the jaw line, against the skin.

4. Now use your comb to hold the hair out from along the jawline. Cut shear over comb to remove length from that line.

5. Repeat on the other side.

6. Now have man lift his chin to scape the under-neck. Use your comb to pull the hairs out and to one side. Shear over comb cut to remove that hair.

7. Repeat on the other side of the neck.

8. Now comb against the grain of the beard to rough it all up and scan it for loose long hairs. Trim them to clean up the overall look. Do this on the sides, front, and underneath the beard.

IF there is a mustache…….Comb all those hairs down towards the lip and CAREFULLY cut along the top lip line. Then, on one side of the mustache, hold the hair out with your comb and shear over comb cut. Repeat on the other side.

Now you know how to scape your self or your dude! You will be amazed at how hot you feel/look with just a light scapin’

xo, HTHG

Twisted Angel halo crown

Posted on May 17, 2013

I posted this hairstyle on my Instagram the other day and you guys loved it, so I made it into a video. Once you understand and have practiced this hairdo, it literally takes 2 minutes to do. To get the feel of a rope braid, watch this basic video that breaks down the technique.

Just a little side note…..I amaze myself with how willing I am to appear before you in all my sloppy scrubby mom-ness in these videos. I often feel like I should polish up and make the lighting right, and be cute and coy and wear makeup for you and use shine spray. But it ain’t never gonna happen. This blog is not about me looking pretty, it is about you having fun with your hair. So sit your butt down and try this one. Practice it, master it, keep it in your bag of favorite hair tricks. Add a floral wreath to it, or just garnish it with flowers in general. This hairstyle is fit for a regal queen, a hippie wedding, or a twisted angel outcast.

XO, HTHG

ShamPHree Supply list!

Posted on May 6, 2013

Hi guys. I am trying to consolidate all my ShamPHree info into easy to understand posts so that if is more straightforward. So, I made a ShamPHree checklist for all of you who are ready to embark on your own journey.

Initially, your supplies will run you about 70$ and last a year or more. That is as much as a shampoo, conditioner, and styling products that will last you 3 months or less. After your first investment, all you will need to buy is more B.S. and ACV, essential oils and coconut oil.

Here is what you will need……

Bragg’s Apple Cider Vinegar- Buy a big jug of it at your local grocery store or click the link to buy it online. I like Bragg’s because it is alive with good bacterias that help to balance your scalp. Some people use white vinegar, and some people like lemon juice instead of vinegar all together. Experiment!

Arm & Hammer Baking Soda- I have never lived in any house that didn’t have a 5 year old box of Arm and Hammer B.S. hidden in a cupboard somewhere. Any brand of B.S. will do, some people like the aluminum free B.S. Get it at any grocery store, or click the link to get yours online.

Paddle brush (Denman)- For distributing your ShamPHree mixtures in the shower! Great for detangling coarse and curly hair. Get one at your local drug store or click the link to buy yours online.

Boar bristle brush- Great for helping distribute healthy scalp oils into dry ends. Also, great for general scalp health and hair growth stimulation! Get one at your local drug store or click the link to buy yours online.

Small medium mouth funnel- You will need one of these babies to help get the B.S, into your bottle! Click the ling to get yours.

Squirty bottles- Get 2 of them, and decorate them with pretty stickers. Also, get travel sizes! They really come in handy. Click the link to get yours, or go to your local art store and buy paint mixing bottles. You can also use your old shampoo and conditioner bottles.

Essential oils- Choose your favorite scent to add to your ACV for yummy smelling, fresh hair. Citrus scents blend beautifully, as well as mint, tea tree, lavender. Experiment with making your own blends! Click the link, or get yours at a local health food store.

Coconut oil-Your conditioning and smoothing secret weapon. I use mine in my hair, on my skin, I brush my teeth with it, and I cook with it. Get yours online or at your local health food store.

With these supplies, you are ready for your ShamPHree journey! Best of luck to you and your reclaimed hair.

Don’t forget to hashtag your #shamphree photos so we can see and inspire this hair revolution!

XOXO

Great hair, Gatsby style.

Posted on May 5, 2013

One of my favorite books of all time, The Great Gatsby has been made into a movie! I don’t know if I will go see it, but I sure do love making roaring 20′s inspired hairstyles.

Over the last year on HTHG, I have used many different eras as style inspiration for DIY hairstyles. Today on HTHG I am celebrating hair during the depression era, from the elite flapper girls to the dust bowl pioneers. For Art Nouveau inspired hairstyles, check out this post.

Here are links to tutorials for each of the looks on the above photo collage……..Starting at the top of vertical column 1……

Gatsby girl

Scarf roll

Sexy Sheba

Starting at the top of vertical column 2…..

DIY feather fascinator

DIY finger wave and curl set for beginners!

Dorothea dust bowl bun

And starting at the top of vertical column 3…..

4th day Art Nouveau hair

Valentines Day pretty hair

Bootleg Faux-bob

The featured Image of this post is the fish-tail faux-bob, a look demonstrated in a collaboration with latest-hairstyles. Click the link for the tutorial!

Which one is your favorite? I always feel so feminine and chic when tressed in 1920′s era hair. I love the finger waves.

#DIYhair Friday! Bless your Heart braid.

Posted on May 3, 2013

I know I’m a little late for Valentine’s day. If you are already so over heart braids, please kindly ignore this post. But If you like braids, and you like hearts, and you like conceptual love inspired hair, than bless your little braided heart. This one is for you.

Here is how to do it.

1. Start by parting the hair down the center of the head. Braid both sides into loose braids, and secure with clear elastics.

2. Take one braid and pull it up and across to the other side.

3. Pin it at the top, and then pull it down to form the curve of and pin the end into the center.

3. Take the other braid and pull it across in the other direction. Pin it at the top and pull it down to make the curve on the other side. Pin the end into place.

Does this make sense? This hairstyle is hard to put into words, but maybe it is because I didn’t sleep at all last night. As in none sleep. Laid in bed listening to the sounds of the night. Happens every couple months. I’m tired.

XOXO, HTHG