Les Health Blog

28 Nov

Hair Extension Fusion Techniques

Posted in Hair on 28.11.11 by Merlyn

Hair extension fusion is when you fuse together the extensions to your natural hair. There are currently two types of fusion techniques available on the market today, thermal fusion, sometimes referred to as hot fusion, and cold fusion.

Both types of fusion will likely use a strand-by-strand method of attachment. A strand is typically 20-50 strands of hair held together with a bond at the top. The extension strand is then fused to a section of your natural hair near the scalp. This method is ideal because you are able to add the extension strands to specific parts of your hair and the strands can be placed so that they fall more naturally with your own hair.

The strand-by-strand hair extension fusion techniques are one of the most time consuming of all techniques, but are also apt to last up to six months with proper care which is a lot longer than most hair extension methods.

Plan on spending anywhere from 4-8 hours for your appointment if you are going in for the strand-by-strand method; this time frame depends on how much hair you are planning on applying and the speed with which your hair stylist can apply the strands.

* Thermal Hair Extension Fusion

Thermal fusion uses a small and controlled amount of heat to soften the bond on the extension strand. Once the bond is soften it is applied to a section of your own hair. The bond then dries and should be secure near the root of your hair. Thermal fusion hair extensions are one of the more popular hair extension techniques because it lasts anywhere from 4-6 months. The drawback to this fusion technique is that the heat may weaken your natural hair, just as any type of heated hair tool may cause damage.

It is recommended that your hair be healthy before applying thermal fusion extensions.

* Cold Hair Extension Fusion

Cold fusion is one of the newest types of extension fusion techniques available. Instead of using heat, cold fusion softens the bond on the hair extension strand with ultra sonic waves. Using ultra sonic waves eliminates the heat and makes this method more gentle on your hair. Cold fusion extensions are ideal if you have thinning hair or if you are re-growing your hair back from an illness. The absence of heat allows the hair stylist to fuse the extension as close to the root as possible without the risk of burning the scalp.

If you would like to learn more about different extension techniques or maintenance tips, please visit, http://www.everything-hair-extensions.com for comprehensive extension information.

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25 Feb

Cooking Techniques For Maintaining Healthy Eating Habits

Posted in Weight Loss on 25.02.11 by Merlyn

Today, more than ever before, people are becoming more concerned with eating properly, and preparing healthy meals is one of the best ways to ensure that you achieve the goal of eating right. There is no question that healthy eating habits are an integral part of getting in shaping and staying that way, no matter if you are young or old. One of the most critical aspects of maintaining healthy eating habits is using cooking techniques that help to support those initiatives.

This ideology is sometimes easier said than done for individuals who want to eat right but are short on time. Using the proper cooking techniques can seem time consuming but the truth is there are tips, tricks and cooking shortcuts to help keep time spent in the kitchen down to a minimum. When healthy eating is the goal, considering using fresh foods that come ready to cook as this will cut down on preparation time in the kitchen. Attempting to prepare a healthy meal when you are hungry, tired or stressed is not recommended. Many people agree that trying to cook while hungry only increases the likelihood of eating something that you should not or eating more than you need to.

When the time comes for preparing holiday meals or food for larger groups of people, the same cooking techniques can be used but large quantities of food need to be cooked in smaller containers in order to take advantage of the same amount of cooking time. For those health conscious among you, when preparing starters, main courses and desserts, try using smaller serving plates in order to keep portion sizes down. This not only allows those being served to feel as if they are getting a larger portion of food but it creates incentive for exercising portion control. Youll feel fuller eating less and notice the results when you look in the mirror or step on those scales.

Great cooking techniques go hand in hand with grocery shopping methods as well. Make a list of all the ingredients needed to prepare healthy dishes. Nothing is more challenging than being ready to cook and having an ingredient or two missing. Cooking for the busy mum, the single person and the large family can all be occasions to make healthy choices that put delicious foods on the table in a small amount of time and afford diners to enjoy variety on a regular basis, as well as get in great shape.

Visit your local supermarket for a great choice of healthy food and food deals and go online to find healthy recipes for any occasion.

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24 Feb

Cooking Techniques for Maintaining Healthy Eating Habits

Posted in Weight Loss on 24.02.11 by Merlyn

Today, more than ever before, people are becoming more concerned with eating properly, and preparing healthy meals is one of the best ways to ensure that you achieve the goal of eating right. There is no question that healthy eating habits are an integral part of getting in shaping and staying that way, no matter if you are young or old. One of the most critical aspects of maintaining healthy eating habits is using cooking techniques that help to support those initiatives.

This ideology is sometimes easier said than done for individuals who want to eat right but are short on time. Using the proper cooking techniques can seem time consuming but the truth is there are tips, tricks and cooking shortcuts to help keep time spent in the kitchen down to a minimum. When healthy eating is the goal, considering using fresh foods that come ready to cook as this will cut down on preparation time in the kitchen.

Attempting to prepare a healthy meal when you are hungry, tired or stressed is not recommended. Many people agree that trying to cook while hungry only increases the likelihood of eating something that you should not or eating more than you need to.

When the time comes for preparing holiday meals or food for larger groups of people, the same cooking techniques can be used but large quantities of food need to be cooked in smaller containers in order to take advantage of the same amount of cooking time. For those health conscious among you, when preparing starters, main courses and desserts, try using smaller serving plates in order to keep portion sizes down. This not only allows those being served to feel as if they are getting a larger portion of food but it creates incentive for exercising portion control.

You’ll feel fuller eating less and notice the results when you look in the mirror or step on those scales.

Great cooking techniques go hand in hand with grocery shopping methods as well. Make a list of all the ingredients needed to prepare healthy dishes. Nothing is more challenging than being ready to cook and having an ingredient or two missing. Cooking for the busy mum, the single person and the large family can all be occasions to make healthy choices that put delicious foods on the table in a small amount of time and afford diners to enjoy variety on a regular basis, as well as get in great shape.

Visit your local supermarket for a great choice of healthy food and food deals and go online to find healthy recipes for any occasion.

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