Top Tips For Buying Christmas Gifts For Vegans
When you have a vegan friend, it can be very hard to find them a gift that is going to be suited to their lifestyle choices. Everyday, more people are becoming vegan which is a really positive thing so it is likely that you’ll already be on the hunt for some Christmas gifts for vegans. The last thing you want is to buy them something that they cannot use so it is best to be a little overcautious.
To help you with this, we have put together some of our top tips for buying Christmas gifts for vegans. Keep reading to find out what we have to say.
Consider Their Likes
When you are on the hunt for Christmas gifts for vegans, you need to remember to think about what they like and what they don’t. It can be tempting to buy something for your friend or family member just because it has ‘vegan’ on the box but this doesn’t mean that they’ll enjoy using it! Try to write a list of the things that they enjoy or enjoyed before they went vegan. A quick search online should help you find some suitable alternatives that are vegan-friendly!
Look For Cruelty-Free Products
Many people are unsure what being a vegan actually entails so you’ll find that it can be easy to make mistakes. One of the important things that you should look out for when buying Christmas gifts for vegans is the ‘cruelty-free’ logo. This looks just like a rabbit with a heart and you’ve probably spotted it online or on products before. While not all cruelty-free products are also vegan, you’ll still want to only buy products that have this symbol for your friend.
Avoid Food
Another tip that we have for you this Christmas is to avoid buying food of any kind for your vegan friend. Simple traditional Christmas gifts like chocolate are not considered vegan due to the milk inside of them and so this can make things a little harder. If you are unsure about what kind of food your friend can eat, it is best to avoid chocolate and get them a nice beauty product that is definitely vegan-friendly.
Shop At Salon Trusted
Christmas is just around the corner and luckily, at Salon Trusted, we have plenty of vegan products that make perfect Christmas gifts. Whether you want to buy your loved one a Foamie Aloe You Vera Much Shower Sponge or a pot of Cuccio Icon Glitter Dust, we have something for you.
Make sure to take a look around our site and see if you can find the perfect Christmas gift for your vegan loved one!
Party Hair Ideas: Easy Festival and Occasion Looks
A good hair look can carry a whole outfit. Whether you are off to a festival, a wedding or a night out, party hair does not need a stylist or an hour at the mirror. Here are four looks you can do at home, along with the tools and products that keep them in place until you are ready to head home.
Smooth, shiny hair always reads as put together. Straighten in sections, then work a shine serum or a light oil through the mid-lengths and ends. Finish with a flexible hairspray so your hair still moves but stays neat through the night.
Curls add instant volume and hold their shape for hours. Use a wand or tongs, wrap each section away from your face, then let the curl cool in your palm before you let it drop. That cooling step is the secret to curls that last. A little texture spray at the roots keeps them full rather than falling flat.
Festival season is where hair gets to have fun. Glittered roots, a shimmering parting or a few sparkling strands turn a simple style into a statement. Cuccio Icon Glitter Dust presses easily into gelled roots or a slicked-back look and holds all day. Sweep it along a parting for something subtle, or press it onto the tips for more of a moment. Pick your shade from the hair accessories and glitter range.
When time is short, a low twisted bun or a claw-clip updo looks effortless and keeps hair off your face on a warm night. Leave a couple of face-framing pieces loose, and set the whole thing with hairspray so it holds through dancing.
Whatever look you go for, the finish matters as much as the style. The right hairspray, a shine spray and a decent set of tools are the difference between hair that drops by nine and hair that lasts until the taxi home. Stock up from the styling range before the big night.
Party hair is about confidence more than perfection. Pick one of these looks, add a bit of glitter or shine, and you are set for whatever the occasion throws at you.
How To Make Your Hair Colour Last Longer
Getting your hair done at your local salon can be a great feeling. Of course, the colour doesn’t always last as long as you might hope and this can be disappointing. No one wants to spend a lot of money to then have to get their hair done again so soon. Your hairdresser might recommend some products to use – but do you actually ever get around to buying them?
To help you tackle this, we thought we’d put together some tips to help you make your hair colour last longer! Keep reading to hear what we have to say.
Avoid Hot Showers
While we all love having a hot shower, especially in the winter, too many of them can cause your hair colour to fade. This happens when the cuticles open with the hot temperature and your colour fades. You don’t need to avoid all hot showers but maybe turn the temperature down from time to time and this could help your hair colour last longer.
Let Your Hair Breathe
Another great way to make your hair colour last longer is to let your hair breathe. It can be tempting to use your favourite styling wand or your straighteners on your hair right away but this something you should avoid. The heat can lead to the colour fading and this is the last thing that you want. Go natural for a week and then you can get back to styling your hair the way you want.
When You Jet Off
We all love a holiday in the sun but did you know that this can also lead to your colour fading quicker? The sun and the chlorine in the pool will cause your hair to fade and this is less than ideal. The good news is that you can protect your hair, in this case, using an SPF designed for hair. Don’t forget to pack it! You can also try to wear a hat which can protect your hair from the sun when you are away.
Try Professional Products
If you struggle to make your hair colour last longer, you might benefit from using some professional products. Total Results Keep Me Vivid Shampoo and Conditioner is one of the best products for maintaining your hair colour. With these products and others that are similar, you can fight oxidation on your bold coloured hair!
At Salon Trusted, we have plenty of products that you can use to keep your hair colour vivid. Make sure to take a look around our site and follow our tips and tricks.
Why You Should Consider Buying Professional Hair Products
These days, high street stores are full of shampoos, conditioners and other hair products. It can be easy to pick up a bottle of shampoo when you are doing your weekly shop but are these products good for your hair?
Professional hair products can be bought in special retailers and they can come with many benefits. Find out some of the reasons why you should consider buying professional hair products below.
The Value
While you might be put off by expensive professional hair products, it is important to consider the value of the product. A quick conversation with your hairdresser will reveal that salon quality products are often highly concentrated and so you are getting more for your money. This can often depend on the product you are buying so it doesn’t hurt to check!
Protecting Your Hair
So, you’ve just had your hair done professionally in your favourite salon and you love the colour – but how long is this going to last? With professional hair products, you can make sure that you are choosing colour-safe shampoos in order to prolong the colour. You might even be able to pick up some extra products that will make your hair shine for longer!
The Performance
While it might not be immediately obvious, you will find that salon quality products will often out-perform products that you’ll get at your local grocery store. We’re sure you will want your hair to shine and look great so why not try professional hair products? It might take a bit of trial and error but you should be able to find a shampoo and a conditioner that makes your hair look and feel great.
Supporting Your Salon
When you buy a professional hair product at your local salon, you are helping them to make an extra profit. While some people believe that this is the sole reason that hairdressers will recommend a product, you’ll usually find that your hairdresser just wants your hair to look great! The products that they are recommending are high quality and they could really make a difference to your hair!
If you want to pick up some salon quality products for your hair but don’t want to buy them right away, why not check out our range of products? At Salon Trusted, we provide you with excellent products and you can support your local salon at the same time! Take a look at our range and don’t forget to ask your salon for their code.
