Last month, Hair People’s Poll held a contest for “Best Hair on Detroit Television.”  Six nominees were chosen, but there was a write-in candidate option as well.  I was not a nominee, but my feelings weren’t hurt.  You have to consider the fact I’ve only been in Detroit since January.

The results were posted on hairpeoplespoll.com and I got ranked seventh! I had the most write-in votes.  What an honor!

This “hair-raising” compliment has inspired me to give out my secret hair tips!  Remember, I am not an expert but I love doing my hair.

I do not wear extensions, but I know how to make my hair look thicker than what it is!  My hair motto is “go big or get bored!”

In order to get big hair you need a tease comb, hairspray and a root-uplifting product.   You take the comb and take sections of your hair — hold it up — spray the product — take the comb and start high and push your hair down towards the root.  Repeat in different sections of your hair.  Once you are done.  You take the comb to smooth it out and make it even.  Spritz a little hairspray and you are good to go! 

Watch this video to see how it’s done.

Some other tips I live by:

• Wash your hair every other day, or every two days
• Conditioner is key! Use a great conditioner or hair mask often
• If you go to a salon for any other reason besides a haircut, get a gloss or deep condition
• When using heated tools like a flat iron or blow dryer, use it on a lower setting with a protective product
• Just because a brand costs big bucks, doesn’t mean it will work
• I don’t like permanent hair dye, instead I use semi-permanent

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