| How to Accentuate Wavy Hair Posted: 07 Apr 2021 05:00 PM PDT Wavy hair is perhaps the holy grail of hair textures. You can blow it out straight, achieve bounce and volume, or scrunch your waves for maximum texture. If you really want to accentuate wavy hair, the good news is you can achieve a soft tousled look that is polished and frizz-free. By using the right products and learning the correct techniques, you can effortlessly enhance your wavy hair. [Edit]Wash your hair with a moisturizing shampoo. - Stick to a sulfate-free shampoo that's extra moisturizing. Since wavy hair tends to be a little more frizzy and dry than straight hair, it's important to use gentle, hydrating products.[1]
- Look for shampoo that says "moisturizing" or "hydrating" on the bottle.
- It's up to you how often you wash your hair, but try not to wash it every single day. Using shampoo too often can strip your hair of its natural oils, leaving it frizzy.
[Edit]Condition your hair to fight frizz. - Every time you wash your hair, use a medium consistency conditioner. Heavy, deep conditioning products can weigh your hair down, so try to find products that are designed for wavy hair to fight frizz and help your waves form.[2]
- Stay away from silicone and sulfate products as you look for a conditioner. These ingredients can actually make your hair drier, leading to more frizz.
[Edit]Use cold water to rinse your hair. - Wash with warm, but rinse with cold water. The cold water will close your hair cuticles, leading to a smoother, shinier finish as your hair dries.[3]
- It can be tough to get used to a cold water rinse, but it may actually help wake you up in the mornings!
[Edit]Pat your hair dry with a towel. - Use a microfiber towel to avoid frizz and soak up extra moisture. Flip your head upside down and soak up any excess water by patting your hair. Don't be tempted to rub hair with the towel, because this will make your hair frizzy. You can also wrap your hair on top of your head with a dry towel for a few minutes if you need to.[4]
- Your hair will still be damp, but not soaking wet, after towel drying.
[Edit]Comb your hair with a wide-toothed comb. - Brushing your hair with a hairbrush can lead to extra frizz. If you notice any tangles or knots, grab a wide-toothed comb and start at the ends of your hair. Gently work out the toughest of the knots as you move up toward your scalp.[5]
- If you only have a few knots here or there, try combing through your hair with your fingers first for a more gentle option.
[Edit]Spray your hair with leave-in conditioner. - This step hydrates your tresses to minimize frizz. While your hair is still damp, spray a light mist of conditioner all over. This will help fight frizz even after your hair is dry; plus, it will add some extra moisture. Leave-in conditioner is also a good option if you have fine hair since it's a little bit lighter than its traditional counterpart.[6]
- The best leave-in conditioner for wavy hair should be a lightweight formula that creates shine, detangles and smooths cuticles.
- Leave-in conditioners normally protect hair from heat, as well.
[Edit]Scrunch in 1 to 2 pumps of hair serum. - Use hair serum every day to fight frizz and add extra moisture. Rub the product between your hands and work on your ends first. Scrunch your hair with your palms, working upward to distribute the product evenly.[7]
- Argan oil works great as a hair serum, because it smooths fly-aways, but isn't too heavy.[8]
- Do not overuse hair serum, as it can weigh your hair down. A pea-sized amount is really all you need.
[Edit]Add a volumizing mousse. - Give your waves some extra hold so they don't fall flat. Rub a quarter-sized amount of mousse in between your palms. Gently scrunch it into your hair, starting at the ends and working your way up to the crown. Look for a mousse that contains flexible polymers to give curl memory and definition to your wavy look.[9]
- Mousse has come a long way since the 1980s. Instead of creating a stiff, crunchy hold, it now gives soft, touchable control to hair.
[Edit]Air dry your hair for a natural wave. - Use the air-drying technique when you have a few hours to spare. Wrap and twist your hair around your fingers in sections. Scrunch the ends of your waves with your hands to set the curls. Keep the curls in place by wrapping a towel around your hair and leaving it on while it dries. Take the towel off after a few hours to let your hair dry the rest of the way.[10]
- Drying your hair in a towel is also called the "plopping" method. It helps keep your waves in place as they dry for bouncier, springier curls.
- If you're going to bed, try putting your hair into a braid. Braid wet hair in one big, loose braid. Twist the braid into a bun, and clip your hair a few inches below the crown for some lift.[11]
[Edit]Diffuse your hair to speed up the drying time. - Give your waves extra volume with a diffuser attachment. Tilt your head to the side or upside down and start drying from the ends of your hair, working your way up. Hold the nozzle horizontal to your locks or at a 45-degree angle to your head, and scrunch your waves as you dry. Massage your scalp with the diffuser to add volume at the roots.[12]
- You can buy universal diffusers that fit any hair dryer, or you can buy one made specifically for yours.
- If you finish diffusing and notice any unruly waves or curls, touch them up with a curling iron.
- If diffusing makes your hair a little too frizzy, try drying your hair until it's about 50% dry then letting it air dry the rest of the way.
[Edit]Sleep on a silk pillowcase. - Protect your waves at night to fight frizz throughout the day. Replace your old cotton pillowcase with a silk or satin one to keep your waves hydrated and moisturized while you sleep.[13]
- You can also wear a silk bonnet to bed if you'd prefer!
- Silk also helps keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter, so it's a win-win situation.
[Edit]Refresh your waves with a leave-in conditioner. - Use this technique on days that you don't wash your hair. Fill a spray bottle with warm water and add a little bit of leave-in conditioner. Spritz your locks with your mixture and scrunch the ends of your hair with your hands. Let your waves air dry to tamp down frizz.[14]
- You could also use a sea salt spray or coconut water for extra hydration.
- Hair serums and leave-in conditioners double as a heat protectant.
- After you style your hair, try to touch it as little as possible. Touching your hair might make it look dry and frizzy.
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| How to Cook a Basic Omelette Posted: 07 Apr 2021 09:00 AM PDT You may have heard that the true test of a cook is whether or not they can make a good basic omelette. Fortunately, as long as you follow a few simple guidelines, you can easily whip up an inexpensive, filling dish that tastes like a pro made it. Fold your omelette in half for a traditional option or roll it up it for a softer, French-style dish. Feel free to customize your basic omelette by adding your favorite fillings just before you fold or roll it. [Edit]Ingredients [Edit]Folded Diner-Style Omelette - 2 to 3 eggs
- of oil, such as vegetable, sunflower, canola, or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (4 g) of butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Makes 1 omelette [Edit]French-Style Rolled Omelette - 3 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon (14 g) of unsalted butter, plus more for serving
- 1 tablespoon (3 g) of chopped fresh herbs, such as chives, tarragon, or parsley, optional
Makes 1 omelette [Edit]Making a Folded Diner-Style Omelette - Whisk 2 or 3 eggs with salt and pepper. Crack as many eggs as you'd like into a small bowl or dish. Then, sprinkle in salt and pepper according to your taste. Take a whisk or a fork and beat the eggs until the mixture is a uniform yellow color. Whisk for at least 10 seconds so the omelette is consistent in texture.[1]
- You could also flavor the omelet with dry seasonings of your choice. Sprinkle a little curry powder or cajun seasoning, for instance.
- Melt of oil and 1 teaspoon (4 g) of butter in a skillet. Set an nonstick skillet on the stove and turn the burner to medium-low. Put of oil and 1 teaspoon (4 g) of butter into the pan so they melt and coat the bottom of the skillet.[2]
- Use your favorite oil, such as vegetable, sunflower, canola, or olive oil.
- The oil prevents the butter from burning in the skillet. If you prefer, you could use all butter or all oil instead.
- Pour the beaten eggs into the pan. Once the skillet is hot and the butter is foaming, slowly pour the beaten eggs into it. Hold the handle and slowly tilt the pan until the egg mixture coats the entire surface of the skillet.[3]
- Keep the burner at medium-low heat so the omelette cooks evenly. If the burner is up too high, the omelette will become rubbery.
- Cook the omelette and tilt the pan mixture until the omelette's almost set. Leave the eggs to cook for about 20 seconds before stirring the edges of the skillet with a rubber spatula. Scoot the curds along the edges towards the center of the skillet. Then, tilt the skillet so the egg mixture runs to the empty edges of the skillet.[4]
- Cook the omelette until it's set, but still slightly glossy on top. This should take about 1 minute.
- Add your choice of fillings if you want to make a heartier omelette. Although you don't need to add any fillings to a basic omelette, it's easy to customize one. Sprinkle about 1/3 cup (78 g) of fillings over 1/2 of the omelette. You could use:[5]
- Shredded cheese, such as cheddar, monterey jack, or colby jack
- Sautéed vegetables, such as mushrooms, bell peppers, or onions
- Diced cooked meat, such as ham, sausage, chorizo, or bacon
- Turn off the burner and fold the omelette in half. Take a rubber spatula and gently lift up the edges of the omelette on 1 side. Then, slide the spatula under the omelette and lift 1/2 of the omelette over to the other side. Slide the omelette onto a serving plate and enjoy it while it's hot.[6]
- Although the omelette has the best texture immediately after cooking, you can refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
[Edit]Making a French-Style Rolled Omelette - Beat 3 eggs in a bowl with salt and pepper. Crack 3 large eggs into a bowl and use a whisk or fork to beat the eggs. Keep beating until the yolks are incorporated into the whites and the eggs are a uniform yellow color. Whisk for at least 10 seconds to ensure that the omelette has a consistent texture and color.[7] (3 g) of finely chopped fresh herbs, such as chives, tarragon, or parsley to the beaten eggs.}}
- Avoid beating the eggs until they become foamy or they won't cook evenly.
- Melt 1 tablespoon (14 g) of butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Set an nonstick skillet on the stove and put (14 g) of unsalted butter into it. Turn the burner to medium-high and tilt the pan a little so the butter coats the skillet as it melts.[8]
- You could also use a seasoned carbon steel pan.
- Pour the eggs into the skillet and stir them until they're softly set. Slowly pour the eggs into the hot skillet and begin shaking the pan gently to keep the eggs moving. Use a spatula or chopsticks to stir the eggs in the skillet for about 1 minute. This breaks up the curds so you get a smoother, softer omelette.[9]
- Ensure that you stir the edges of the omelette since these usually cook faster than the eggs in the center of the skillet.
- Although you can add fillings, keep them to a minimum so the omelette is easy to roll.
- Roll the omelette over itself by intervals. The omelette will probably crack if you try to roll it tightly. Instead, take a spatula and loosen the edges of the omelette. Tilt the handle of the skillet up while you lift the closest edge of the omelette up. Roll it towards the center of the omelette away from the handle. Keep lifting and rolling about of the omelette until you've rolled it to the side of the skillet that's opposite from the handle.[10]
- If you're struggling to roll the omelette with the spatula, try using chopsticks for greater control.
- Slide the rolled omelette onto a plate so the seam is facing down. Bring your serving plate over to the skillet. Slowly tilt the skillet up and over the plate so the rolled omelette lands on the plate seam-side down.[11]
- Serve the omelette while it's hot. You could garnish it with more fresh herbs if you like.
- To make an omelette for a few people, choose the folded omelette and stuff it with your favorite fillings, such as mushrooms, cheese, or ham and cheese.
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Folded Diner-Style Omelette - Measuring spoons
- Small bowl
- Whisk or fork
- nonstick skillet
- Spatula
- Serving plate
[Edit]French-Style Rolled Omelette - Bowl
- Whisk or fork
- nonstick skillet
- Spatula
- Serving plate
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| How to Balance a Soccer Ball on Your Foot Posted: 07 Apr 2021 01:00 AM PDT Even if you don't have much experience juggling a soccer ball, you can still impress others with your ball balancing skills. With the proper foot positioning, balancing a soccer ball is a simple skill to learn. Improve your technique with frequent practice to balance the ball on your foot for longer periods of time. After you master this, you can improve your skills further by learning how to juggle or balance the ball on another part of your body. - Look for a level surface to stand on. Find a flat surface to prevent the ball from rolling off your foot. Try practicing in your yard, your driveway, or the nearest soccer field. Take advantage of these areas to maintain more control over your balance. The type of surface you play on doesn't make much of a difference, so go wherever you feel most comfortable.[1]
- Controlling a ball is easier on a level surface. Once you master the technique, you can balance a ball almost anywhere.
- Stand up straight with your feet shoulder width apart. Settle into a strong, stable pose. Test out your stance by lifting your foot slightly off the ground. If you feel like you can hold that position for a while, then you are ready to balance a ball. Otherwise, adjust your positioning until you feel balanced.
- Most people have a tendency to lean forward or backward when balancing a ball, but doing this throws off your balance.
- Bend your toes toward your ankle to prepare to hold the ball. Lift your foot up off the ground, then raise your toes as if you're bringing them back towards your shin. The top part of your foot serves as a flat surface to balance the ball. Keep your foot angled slightly with your toes raised so the ball rolls back towards your leg. If your foot points towards the ground, the ball will end up there.[2]
- At most, hold your foot up at a 45-degree angle. You don't need to have such a stiff angle, so keep your foot a little flatter to reduce fatigue.
- Stiffen your ball-holding ankle when placing the ball on your foot. Lift your foot up off the ground slightly, bending your knee before stiffening your ankle. When you balance a soccer ball there, you can't can't move your foot at all. Your leg controls any movements you need to do to keep the ball in place. When you're ready, put the ball on your foot, resting it against your leg.[3]
- Test your positioning before placing the ball. Attempt to move your leg from side to side without shifting your foot's position.
- Keep your leg strong but your foot relaxed. Lock your ankle, not your knee!
- If your foot is tense, the ball may bounce off of it. Also, you may end up tiring out more quickly.
- Move your foot with the ball to maintain balance. Eventually, the ball will roll towards the side of your foot. If you feel the ball rolling toward your right, move your foot to the right. If it goes to your left, move your foot to the left to bring the ball back to the center. Continue making adjustments to keep the ball on your foot for longer periods of time.[4]
- The key to adjusting is slow, smooth motions. When you feel the ball moving, you may be tempted to swing your foot out quickly towards it. You end up overcompensating and losing control of the ball.
- Practice often to get a sense of how the ball moves and what you need to do to maintain your balance. Eliminate distractions, then focus on feeling the ball against your foot.
[Edit]Practicing Ball Balance - Kneel and put the ball on your foot if you're having trouble balancing. If you're a beginner, get on your knees with a foot out in front of you. Tip your foot up like you normally would, then reach forward and place the ball. Balance it there for as long as possible. Once you get the hang of it, try it while standing up.
- Choose a soft or grassy area to avoid scraping your knees while you practice. This pose gets a little uncomfortable on hard surfaces.
- Roll the ball onto your foot to develop better ball control. Rolling the ball not only looks cool, but it reduces the amount of ball chasing you have to do. To roll it, move your foot on top the ball. Pull the ball towards you, then quickly move your foot behind the ball. Once it rolls on top of your foot, tilt your toes up to balance it in place.[5]
- Balancing the ball this way is a little more advanced than simply putting it on your feet, but it can help you improve. It also saves you from having to retrieve the ball with your hands each time you drop it.
- Flick the ball into the air with your foot to to juggle and catch it. Hold your leg still like you normally do when balancing the ball, then move your toes and leg to pop the ball back up towards your hands. You can then catch the ball with your hands or attempt to catch it again on your foot for more balancing. To master this technique, you will need to maintain your balance while lifting up the ball and catching it again.[6]
- This trick is useful for juggling, but it also helps for practicing your balance. The ball may not fall straight down in front of you, so you may need to follow it with your foot.
- Another way to do this is to set the ball on your foot, balance it as long as possible, then flick it back up into your hands. Doing it that way is useful if you're having trouble balancing when tossing the ball in the air.
- Toss the ball into the air with your hands to catch it with your foot. Stand up straight, then pop the ball up in front of you. Keep it close to your body so you don't have to move far to catch it. Get your foot in position as you normally would so the ball lands on your shoelaces. After it rolls back toward your leg, balance it there.[7]
- This practice helps you get a sense of how the ball moves over your foot. For the best results, contact the ball with the flat part of your foot right behind your toes.
- In soccer juggling, this move is known as a foot stall. Even if you don't plan on doing other tricks, practicing this move will improve your balancing skills.
- Cleats aren't the best option for balancing a soccer ball. For an easier time, practice with tennis shoes or even your bare feet.
- Remove as many distractions as possible when practicing. Balancing is easier when you are able to focus on the ball.
- Relax! Balancing is harder when your muscles are tense, so have fun.
- To improve your skills after successfully balancing a soccer ball, practice with both feet and try juggling.
[Edit]Things You'll Need - A flat surface
- a fully-inflated soccer ball
- Tennis shoes
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