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The Buzz at HairDirect.com - November 2009

It’s that time of year. Thinking about a ‘do-over? Choosing a Hairstyle

Seems no sooner than the Halloween decorations go back in the closet, “Jingle Bells” starts invading our ear drums. Tis the season yet again. And it's the perfect time to freshen up your look. Just like holiday cookies, hairstyles get stale, too.

If you’re making a resolution to look better in the new year, don't forget your hair! Here we've got a couple handy tips and tools to help.

Using our faceshape guide and hairstyle gallery to get the merriest of looks

What’s the shape of your face? If it seems like an odd question, remember that hairstyles are really about shapes. They put a frame around your face and bring it balance. With the right hairstyle you can compliment your face’s positive features and play down others that make you duck mirrors.

Check out these common face shapes and compare them to your own. Don’t worry if your face isn’t an exact match to the shapes on the chart. You’re just trying to get a general idea.

Did You Know? Heart-shaped faces favor longer styles; diamonds work with pretty much anything and many agree oval shapes are most pleasing to the eye. Wanna know more?

George Clooney can get you the perfect hairstyle

Getting nitty-gritty hair specs just right can be tough when you order direct. So instead of spending tons of time worrying about all the smaller details that go into achieving your look (stuff like lengths, density, wave/curl and ventilation) we suggest you take the easy route:

Pick a hairstyle photo. It can be a shot of a celebrity (yes, the 'Clooney' is a popular look these days) an old picture of you with hair or something from our hairstyle gallery.
Allow your stylist or hair tech to tackle the specs. They can make order suggestions based on your photo and final look you're going for.
Find a factory that provides styling and cut-ins. We know, sounds crazy at first. But having the hair selection, ventilation, cutting and styling done all at once, under one roof, makes things a lot simpler (which means you get a more consistent look).

So if a fresh new head of hair is in Santa’s bag this year, tis the season to start thinking about what your hair will look like when you put it on.

Tip from the 'Do-Tube
A great style is golden, but proper placement is key. Hairlines that are too low or too high are dead giveaways. Watch this video on proper placement and get yourself straight.

Special offer for those that have read this far...

We sell more hair than styling products. Why? No idea. It surprises us frankly. Because not only do we guarantee low prices, but our gels and sprays are designed for non-growing hair. They’re more gentle and provide protection against issues like dryness and oxidation.

So just for you, we've put all of our hairsprays and gels on sale! But only until end of this month so get yours now while the gettin's good.

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Tips For Preventing Oxidation, June: Want to know more about preventing oxidation in your system? This article describes techniques and products useful to help prevent oxidation.
Keeping Hair Soft, May: What can be done to keep you hair softer for longer? This article describes techniques and products useful for keeping your hair soft.
Hard Bond vs. Soft Bond, February: There are 2 very different categories in hairpiece attachment. Are you the hard bond or soft bondy type? This article discusses the pros and cons of both.

Using Liquid Adhesives, November: Attaching your hair system using liquid bonding adhesives can be great. But there are some rules that every hair wearer should know beforehand.
Picking the Perfect Hairstyle, October: Did you know there are over 6 different face shapes amongst all humans? Knowing which is yours can really help when choosing the perfect hairstyle.
Meet the Family, September: Come take a look at our hair replacement message board. Ask questions, share ideas and learn from other hair wearers. Also take a moment and get to know the staff at Hair Direct.
Got Spare Hair?, August: Do you know why it's important to always have a spare hair system on hand? Every hair wearer should be ready for emergencies by keeping an exact duplicate of their hair system.
Maintain Your Front Hairline, July: We all know that small specs of dirt and dust can get stuck to the adhesive in our front hairline. Here we share a few helpful tips on how to best touch up your front hairline.
Cleaning Your Hair System, June: How do you clean the adhesive residues off your hair system when you take it off? Here we offer insight into a common process for cleaning your hair replacement.
Protect Your Hair for Summer, May: Hot weather, outdoor activities and that bright summer sunshine all present hazards to your poor hairpiece. Get some tips and tricks for protecting your hair for summer.
Hair System DO NOT DO Tips, April: We see the same mistakes made over and over again by hair wearers when they order their new hair systems. Join the discussion and pick up a few helpful tips on what to avoid.
Hair System Attachment Guide, March: Hairpiece tape, liquid adhesives and helpful ideas to get the strongest and most secure bond with your unit. We pack our attachment guide full of information essential to all hair wearers.

Tape & Liquid Adhesives, November: Learn a little bit about the differences, pros and cons of hairpiece tape vs. liquid adhesives and decide which is best for you.
04: Human Hair vs. Synthetic Hair, October: There are two main types of hair used in a hairpiece, human or synthetic. Find out the main differences and how to know which you should be wearing.
How the Hair is Attached, September: It's called ventilation and it's the meticulous process of tying the hairs to the base of your hair system. Get a quick lesson on the various types of ventilation and what the differences are.
Which Base is Best for You?, August: You've got a huge selection to choose from when selecting a base for your hair system. But how will you know which is right for you? Find out here.
Skin? Lace? All About Hair Bases, July: The fine materials that go into the construction of a hair replacement system can get a bit confusing at times. Here we talk about what's available and how to know the difference.
Detangling Tips for Your Hair System, June: Tangling is a problem that plagues all hair wearers. But de-tangling can be a dangerous move, we provide quick tips to try and get those tangles out as well as a step-by-step guide to the procedure the pros use.
Losing Hair in Your Hair System?, May: Premature hair loss and shedding from your hair system is annoying. But there are some easy things you can do to try and reduce the amount of hair that comes loose from your unit.
Prevent Oxidation in Your Hair System, April: The more time you spend in the sun the more likely your hair replacement system is to oxidize and change from its original color. Here you'll find some helpful info about what causes oxidation and how to prevent it.

Shampooing Tips, January: Shampooing your growing hair everyday is a good thing, shampooing your hair system everyday isn't. So make sure you're shampooing your hair system the right way when you do.

Lace Front Hairline Cleanup, January: Here's a quick and easy tip for cleaning the dirt and grime build-up from your lace front hairline.
Hair System Detangling, February: Tangles are inevitable if you have either long hair or high-density in your hair system. Luckily, we've made it easy for you to learn a professional detangling procedure.
Front Attachment w/Tape Markers, March: Learn how one of our community members, BrianD, attaches his lace hair system with razor-sharp precision using homemade tape markers.
Top 3 Ordering Mistakes, April: The materials, bleached knots and transitional density hairline arean't the only parts of your hair system that matter. What are the most common ordering mistakes in hair replacement?
Oxidation, June: What causes your hair system to fade and turn red after being outside under the Sun? It's called Oxidation and it's a reality, but you can prevent it.
Proper Scalp Preparation, July: Hair system attachment not holding for as long as it should? You might need some help with cleaning and preparing your scalp.
Hair System Removal, August: Topics about attachment usually get all of the attention, but proper and safe removal is just as important in protecting your investment.
Wisdom of Crowds, September: Our world is smaller now than it has ever been, allowing us all to connect in new ways and learn about hair replacement from each other.
Hair System Placement, November: Tapes and glues aren't very forgiving when attaching a hair replacement system, use this easy guide for safe placement every time.
The Baking Soda Bath, December: Product build-up got your hair system down? Try this easy and safe method for restoring the factory softness to your hair replacement.

Attaching with White Glue, February: White glue is popular because it is easy to use, safe and effective. Find out how to use it for lace front attachment.
Cleaning Lace with a Textile Gun, March: These ultra high powered spray guns are great for getting out every bit of toupee tape and glue adhesive stuck in your lace.
Common Ordering Mistakes to Avoid, April: You know you want a natural look from your hair replacement system, but do you know which ordering mistakes could stand in your way?
Fullfilment Center Grand Opening, May: Help us celebrate our brand new 4,000 sq. ft. fullfilment center with a giant, 20% off storewide sale.
Oxidation Protection & Correction, June: Don't let those summertime REDS get you down. Learn how to protect your hair replacement from harmful UV rays and color fading.
Meet Mike, the New Guy, September: Mike is our new content developer, he's been where you are and will make sure our site stays fresh with new articles related to hair replacement.
Hair Replacement Coloring, October: Getting and maintaining a natural, age-appropriate color blend with your growing hair can be tricky, get tips and advice here.
Hair System Styling Tips, November: Use these helpful tips and tools to determine which faceshape you are and what hairstyles will best compliment your hair replacement system.

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