| How to Dye over a Dark Hair Dye Posted: 19 Apr 2018 05:00 PM PDT If you try to apply color over hair that's already been dyed, it's only going to get darker. To dye over a dark hair dye, you'll first need to lighten your current hair color. You can do this by lifting the color using special shampoos or color removers — this method will work for lightening your hair color just a few shades. For a more drastic color change, you can use bleach, making sure to use extra caution so that your hair doesn't become super damaged. EditLifting the Color a Few Shades - Wash your hair using a clarifying shampoo. A clarifying shampoo will help reduce the intensity of the dark color, but this will only slightly lift it, not completely remove the color. Shampoo your hair with the clarifying shampoo at least twice in the shower for the best results.[1]
- If your hair wasn't colored recently, this may not have a huge effect on lightening your hair.
- Apply heat to your shampooed hair for better results. If desired, you can get out of the shower and use a hair dryer to heat up the clarifying shampoo on your head before rinsing it out. This will help your hair cuticles open up to release even more color. [2]
- Tie your hair up with a hair clip and put on a shower cap. Heat your shampooed hair with a hair dryer for about 1 minute.
- Be careful not to melt the plastic of the shower cap, and never use the hair dryer in the shower.
- Spray lemon juice or Sun-in on your hair to lighten the color. Use a bottle of Sun-in or a fresh lemon to spray lemon juice all over your hair. Use a brush to spread the liquid evenly throughout your hair, and use a hair dryer or the sun to create the desired effect.[3]
- The more heat you apply to your hair while it has the spray in it, the lighter your hair will become.
- You can do this process multiple times, but don't be surprised if your hair doesn't lighten as much as you would like.
- Your hair may feel dry after using lemon juice. Condition your hair with a moisturizing conditioner to hydrate it.
- Lift the color with a color remover or lightener. Color removers will help strip your hair of the dye so that you can start to return to your natural color. Color removers can be a bit harsh on your hair, so try to use them sparingly and read the directions carefully to ensure you use the color remover properly.[4]
- Condition your hair deeply after you've used a color remover.
- Try to wait a couple of months before using a color remover a second time to keep your hair from becoming damaged. However, some color removers are safe to use immediately after one use. Check the package to be sure, and consider the condition of your hair as well.
- These products can be found at many drug stores or beauty supply stores, as well as online.
EditBleaching Your Hair - Deep condition your hair before bleaching it. Try using a deep conditioning mask on your hair a week or 2 before bleaching it, conditioning it several times. This will help strengthen and rejuvenate your hair, getting it ready for the bleaching process.[5]
- Protect your work surfaces, clothing, and skin. Do the bleaching in a place that will be easy to clean up and wipe down, like a bathroom or kitchen. Wear clothing that you don't mind getting ruined and a towel around your shoulders. Wear gloves so that the bleach won't damage your hands.
- It's best to use a white towel or a towel you don't mind getting bleach on.
- Mix bleach with a developer to start bleaching your hair. Purchase a bleach kit for your hair, which will most likely also require a developer. Mix the bleach and developer together in a bowl, reading the instructions carefully to determine the exact measurements.[6]
- A 20- or 30-volume developer will be best for your hair.
- Divide your hair into sections to make bleaching easier. Tie up the top layer of your hair using a hair tie or plastic clip so that you can easily reach the bottom layer. If you have really thick hair, you can separate the bottom layer of hair into 2 or 3 additional sections using plastic hair clips.
- Make sure that you only use plastic clips when you are bleaching your hair.
- Apply the bleach evenly to your hair, doing your roots last. Use an applicator brush to apply the mixed bleach to strands of your hair evenly. The bleach kit should provide you with the best strategy for bleaching your hair, but make sure you apply bleach to your roots last.[7]
- Your roots heat up the fastest, so if you bleach your roots first they will turn lighter than the rest of your hair.
- Wear gloves over your hands and a towel around your neck to keep the bleach from damaging your hands or clothing.
- Wrap your hair up and let it sit for 20-30 minutes. Use a shower cap to keep the bleach settled on top of your hair, allowing the heat from your head to remain trapped in the cap. Most bleaches will stay on your hair for 20-30 minutes, but keep checking your hair to see how the color is turning out.[8]
- You shouldn't leave bleach in your hair for more than 1 hour.
- Rinse the bleach out carefully after the allotted time is up. Once the 20-30 minutes are up, or if you decide you like the color of your hair before that time, rinse the bleach out with clean water. Shampoo and condition your hair afterwards.[9]
- Wait 2-3 months before bleaching your hair again to avoid damage. Bleach can be very rough on your hair, especially if you're going from a dark color to a light one. To prevent your hair from breaking off or becoming brittle, wait 2-3 months before bleaching your hair again if it didn't get as light as desired the first time.[10]
- You can also deep condition your hair again to help keep it healthy in between bleaching sessions.
EditApplying the New Color - Pick out a hair color that will complement your skin tone. Choose a hair dye that will look good on you and your current hair color. Make sure you've gotten your hair light enough so that it will accept the new hair color.[11]
- When choosing a new color, opt for a dye that's 1 or 2 shades lighter than what you're actually going for. When you dye your hair at home it often comes out darker than you anticipated.
- Mix your chosen hair color with a developer. Many times your hair dye kit will come with the developer, but if not, pick up a 20-volume developer from a drug store. Follow the instructions that come with your hair dye to mix the dye with the developer proportionally.
- You can also purchase developer at a big box store, beauty store, or online.
- Separate your hair into sections to make dyeing your hair easier. Pull together the top layer of your hair and secure it with a hair tie or clip. Divide the bottom layer into 2-4 sections for thicker hair.[12]
- If your hair is thin, you can easily dye the bottom layer of your hair without sectioning it off.
- Use the applicator brush to apply the dye to your hair. Just like you did with the bleach, use the dye applicator brush to apply the dye to sections of hair. Remember to do your roots last.[13]
- Make sure your shoulders are covered to protect your clothing, and wear gloves to protect your hands from the dye.
- You can tie your hair up and put a shower cap on once your hair is covered in dye, if desired.
- Read the dye instructions to know how long to leave the dye in your hair. Each color and brand of hair dye will have different instructions, so read them carefully to determine how long you should leave the dye in your hair before rinsing it out.[14]
- Use a timer to ensure you leave the dye in long enough to have the desired effect.
- Don't leave the dye in longer than the allotted time on the box — it may damage your hair or skin.
- Rinse the dye out after the allotted time is up. Once your timer has gone off or the time is up, rinse the dye out of your hair under cool running water. You can use a shampoo and conditioner appropriate for colored hair to get rid of any extra dye residue.[15]
- Once the water runs clear, you'll know the hair dye has been washed out.
- Professionals will have the best method for coloring hair that's already dark, so visit a salon if you're able to.
EditThings You'll Need - Clarifying shampoo (optional)
- Hair dryer (optional)
- Lemon juice/Sun-In (optional)
- Color remover/lightener (optional)
- Deep conditioner
- Towel
- Gloves
- Hair ties or clips
- Bleach (optional)
- Developer
- Applicator brush
- Shower cap
- Hair dye
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| How to Make Baked Oatmeal Posted: 19 Apr 2018 09:00 AM PDT There are a lot of ways to make oatmeal. Most common is cooking it in the microwave or on the stove, but did you know that you can bake oatmeal in the oven too? Unlike cooked or microwaved oatmeal, baked oatmeal has a firmer texture, making it easy to cut and serve on a plate. It is perfect if you have to make a lot of food for a lot of people. EditIngredients - 3 cups (300 grams) old fashioned oats
- 1½ teaspoon (7.5 grams) baking powder
- 2 teaspoons (10 grams) ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 grams) ground nutmeg (optional)
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 grams) salt
- ½ to ¾ cup (100 to 150 grams) brown sugar
- 2½ cups (596 milliliters) milk
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons (60 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Optional - 2 to 3 large apples, peeled, cored and diced
- 2 cups (200 grams) fresh berries
EditBaked Oatmeal Cups[3] - 3 cups (300 grams) old fashioned oats
- 2 teaspoons (10 grams) baking powder
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 grams) salt
- 1 cup (200 grams) packed brown sugar
- 1½ cups (360 milliliters) milk
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons (10 milliliters) vanilla extract
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) canola or vegetable oil
- ½ cup (60 grams) applesauce (or ½ banana, sliced)
EditBasic Baked Oatmeal - Preheat the oven to 350°F (176.7°C).
- Lightly grease a glass baking dish, and set it aside. Try to get something that is around 8 by 12 inches (20.32 by 30.48 centimeters) or 9 by 13 inches (22.86 by 33.02 centimeters).[4]
- Mix together the dry ingredients in a large bowl. Measure out the old fashioned oats, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and brown sugar. For extra flavor, add some ground nutmeg. Put everything into a large bowl, and mix together until evenly combined.
- In a separate container, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla. You can use another bowl, or a large, glass measuring cup. Beat everything together until the yolks break, and you get an even color. There should be no streaks or swirls.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture, then sir in the melted butter. Keep stirring with a whisk or spatula until everything is evenly combined.
- Pour half of the oatmeal mixture into the baking dish, then top with your desired filling. Popular choices include berries or apples. You can also use 2 cups (200 grams) worth of other ingredients as well, such as chopped nuts or bananas.
- Pour the rest of the oatmeal mixture over your filling. Gently sway the baking dish from side to side. This will help spread your mixture evenly across the baking dish, and help everything settle.
- Bake, uncovered, for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown. The oats should be set; they should not jiggle much when you move them.
- Let cool for a few minutes, then cut and serve. For extra flavor, drizzle some milk or honey over the oatmeal. You can also top it with ground cinnamon or raisins. If you end up having any leftovers, put them into the refrigerator.
- Finished.
EditMaking Baked Oatmeal Cups - Preheat the oven to 350°F (176.7°C).
- Line a large muffin tin with muffin liners. You can use paper or foil liners. This will make it easier to remove the oatmeal cups later on.
- Mix together the eggs and oil in a large bowl. Keep mixing until the yolks break. You can use a fork or whisk for this.
- Stir in the brown sugar. Keep stirring until the brown sugar dissolves. There should be no streaks or swirls of egg yolk.
- Add the applesauce, cinnamon, milk, salt, and vanilla, and stir until evenly combined. If you don't like apple sauce, you can add un half of a sliced up banana instead.[5]
- Stir in the old fashioned olds and baking powder. At this point, try to use a "rolling" motion, so that you are bringing all of the ingredients from the bottom of the bowl to the top. This will help ensure that everything mixes in together evenly. When you are done, there should be no streak or swirls.
- Fill each muffin liner with ¼ cup (60 milliliters) of the mixture. If you'd like, you can add some toppings, such as raisins, peeled and chopped apples, berries, or ground cinnamon. Use a spoon to press the toppings into the oatmeal.[6]
- Bake the oatmeal cups for 30 minutes. The oatmeal should be firm and golden on top.
- Let the oatmeal cups cool before you serve them. This will take about 5 minutes. They are perfect for eating on the go, if you are in a hurry to work or school. If you have any leftover, you can store them in the freezer in plastic sandwich bags.[7]
- If you don't have any old fashioned oats on hands, try rolled oats; they are almost the same type
- If the oatmeal is too firm after you bake it, soften it with a teaspoon of water or milk.[8]
- Consider adding a variety of fruits to the baked oatmeal for more flavor.
EditThings You'll Need EditBasic Baked Oatmeal - Baking dish
- 2 mixing bowls
- Spatula
- Spoon for stirring
EditBaked Oatmeal Cups - Muffin tin
- Muffin liners
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
- Spoon for stirring
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| How to Be a Preppy Girl Posted: 19 Apr 2018 01:00 AM PDT Preppy style is extremely popular for young people across the world. It combines fun prints with bold colors to create a modest and classy look for young adults, and it's extremely easy to make the style your own! You can become a preppy girl easily by dressing in the preppy style, focusing on your personal hygiene, and having a positive attitude. EditDressing in the Preppy Style - Purchase the "staple" preppy clothes if you don't already have them. Preppy style is very modest and clean cut, with cute, well-fitting, and well-made items. You might have many of them in your closet already, so keep track of what you have before buying new clothes. Common preppy clothing items include:[1]
- Plain colored t-shirts in white, navy blue, pastel colors, red, and neutrals
- Solid or striped blouses in bright, eye-catching colors like pink, blue and white
- Dark wash skinny jeans and khaki pants
- Plain colored cardigans in pastel or basic colors
- Navy, black, or white colored blazers
- Solid color chino shorts in khaki, navy, or white
- Riding boots, boat shoes, and basic ballet flats
- Follow preppy brands and bloggers on social media. Preppy girls refer to specific brands that make clothing of their style most often. Following the brands on social media will give you ideas for how to style pieces and show you what's trendy and fashionable for this season.[2]
- Some popular preppy brands to get inspiration from are Vineyard Vines, Brooks Brothers, Ralph Lauren, Tory Burch, Lacoste, Kate Spade, Lilly Pulitzer, Kendra Scott, Simply Southern, Ann Taylor Loft, Tommy Hilfiger, and J. Crew.
- It's easy to find affordable, preppy-style items at stores like Target, Old Navy, and T.J. Maxx. At these stores, you can get the look you want without spending as much money on the designer name!
- Mix and match pieces to create different outfits. One of the best parts about having a preppy wardrobe is the ability to match different pieces to create unique outfits. Layering, print-mixing, and pairing bright colors with neutrals are all techniques used to make the perfect preppy outfit.[3]
- For a nice dinner out in the summer, you could wear a printed skirt, solid shirt to match, a bright statement necklace, and strappy sandals
- For school in the winter, you can wear red and white striped sweater layered over a light chambray shirt, dark-wash skinny jeans, brown leather riding boots, and ruffled socks.
- For school in the springtime, you can wear a pair of floral chino shorts with a matching colored polo tucked in, a brown belt, and a pair of boat shoes.
- On a casual summer day, wear a short sleeve t-shirt, white chino shorts, with a matching pair of canvas sneakers, and statement headband.
- During the colder months, wear a long sleeve shirt or blouse, dark wash skinny jeans, riding boots, a warm headband, and layer a fuzzy jacket over top.
- Accessorize with purses, belts, and jewelry. Accessories are extremely important to the preppy style, and will help pull your look together. Preppy girls tend to wear statement jewelry, large tote bags, and sleek belts.[4]
- You can pair a neutral-colored tote bag with almost any outfit, and they're extremely functional, especially for going to work or class!
- Sleek belts in black, navy, red, or tan can help to pull a look together and accentuate your waist.
- Add a statement necklace to an outfit to draw attention to your upper body and face. This is a great accessory to spice up plain outfits like jeans and a t-shirt.
- Wear plain earrings, like studs, to complement your look. For a fancier event, you can wear a matching necklace and earring set.
- Nautical rope bracelets are very popular for casual wear, as well as metal bangle charm bracelets. They come in different colors and can complete a more muted outfit.
- Style your hair in a sleek and clean look. Hairstyles for preppy girls are easy whether your hair is straight, curly or somewhere in between. Make sure your hair is clean, and use hairspray and styling mousse to tame flyaways or frizz.
- For a plain, cute look, wear your hair down and natural with a barrette or bobby pin holding some hair off to the side.
- Accessorize a curled look with a statement headband.
- Do sleek braids in your hair to keep it out of your face on days where you're busy.
- Pull your hair into a medium-height ponytail with a bow for a quick and simple hairdo.
- Wash your face every day to prevent breakouts. Having clear skin is especially important for preppy girls because they tend to wear more natural looking makeup. Wash your face everyday with a gentle cleanser before you go to sleep.[5]
- If you get breakouts often, which are sometimes inevitable, use a face wash that is specifically formulated for acne treatment.
- If you have sensitive skin, look for an unscented cleanser to avoid irritating your face, which can make skincare difficult.
- Wear simple makeup in colors that complement your outfit. For preppy girls, foundation, mascara, light eyeliner, blush and lipstick are the key components to most makeup looks. The key is to keep it simple and highlight your natural beauty.[6]
- Apply your concealer and foundation in areas where you have redness or breakouts. If you're comfortable with your natural skin, you don't have to wear foundation at all.
- Avoid using bright or dark eyeshadow colors. For a clean and classic preppy look, apply a light brown color all over your lid before applying eyeliner and mascara.
- Make sure your mascara doesn't clump. If it does, select a mascara with a smoother formula or use a wand with smaller bristles.
- Use a light pink or red blush on the apples of your cheeks to give you a pretty glow.
- Apply light pink or neutral colored lipstick for everyday looks. On days where you want to stand out, use bright red lipstick with blue undertones.
- Maintain good personal hygiene. This includes showering every day and brushing your teeth twice a day. Good hygiene is a huge part of maintaining the put-together and clean cut preppy look.
- If your teeth have a natural yellow tint to them, you might try teeth whitening. There are many different options for whitening, so you should talk to your dentist before trying a new method.
- Keep your nails trimmed and wear nail polish if you're comfortable with it. Avoid bright colored nail polish because it can clash with different colors or prints in your outfit. Instead, pick light creams and pinks, or a french tip style that goes with any look.[7]
- If you're not good at applying polish or trimming your nails, consider getting a basic or gel manicure once or twice per month. Avoid long acrylic nails, which can get dirty easily and tend to look less professional.
- Gel nail polish will last longer than a basic manicure, but tends to be slightly more expensive. For regular nail maintenance like trimming, filing, and cuticle care, you can get a manicure without polish or with clear polish.
- Select a light, muted perfume as your signature scent. Choose a scent that isn't overpowering, such as a light floral smell, or a clean scent. Apply only 1-2 sprays each day to avoid smelling too strong.[8]
- A good perfume is especially helpful for hot summer days when you might sweat a lot. It can help you to smell good all day long!
EditHaving a Preppy Attitude - Be confident in yourself. Part of the classic preppy look comes from being unafraid to take chances and have fun with new and exciting styles. As a preppy girl, be confident in yourself by holding your head high, speaking with conviction, and being proud of who you are.
- If you have problems with low self esteem, changing your style might be the first step to gaining some confidence in yourself.
- Be classy at all times. Avoid using bad language, gossiping, or doing things that are considered tacky or tasteless. Be polite to other people by minding your manners, and always think before speaking.
- It can be difficult to remain classy, especially if your friends aren't always. Try your hardest to always be pleasant and have a smile on your face.
- Try some "preppy" sports. You don't have to play a preppy sport to have preppy style, but there are a few unique sports that are played most often by preppy girls. Rowing, tennis, volleyball, Lacrosse, sailing, golf, track and field, ballet, swimming, field hockey, soccer, horseback riding, and cheerleading are all popular sports for preppy girls.[9]
- Anything that gets you moving and makes you feel good is a positive addition to your style, so don't feel confined to a list of a few "preppy" sports if they don't interest you.
- Be nice to other people. You don't have to be best friends with everyone, but you shouldn't be rude or mean to other people. Try to be pleasant, kind, and cheerful. Avoid gossiping, bullying, or manipulating other people.
- If you see another person is struggling, try to help them out. Going out of your way to help someone is kind and can really go a long way toward making them feel good.
- Having a preppy style doesn't mean you have to spend a lot of money. Keep your eye out for sales and deals whenever you can, and build your preppy wardrobe over time.
- Don't be afraid to add your own style to your preppy look by complementing your outfits or makeup with a twist of your own.
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