How to Fix Over-Toned Hair

Have you left your toner for a little too long or had a disastrous visit to the hairdressers? And now, to your horror, you’re left with shades of blue, purple, grey or silver? Don’t stress – read on for a few ways on how to fix over-toned hair. These methods are super easy and not too damaging to your locks!

So, why has your hair become stained with hues of blue or purple? Well, you may have either over toned your hair, the toner is too strong, you’ve applied too much or your hair is very porous. Uh oh! Luckily, there are ways to reverse this! And they’re not too damaging either – bonus! Let’s get into how to fix over-toned hair:

How to Fix Over-Toned Hair

Clarifying Shampoo

The first and most obvious process of removing toner from your hair is to wash multiple times with a clarifying shampoo. This process is not the most effective, however, it is the least stripping. Make sure you get washing immediately after you notice you have over-toned those locks! Most toners are not permanent, therefore eventually, after several washes, the ‘cool’ tones will fade. If you’re wanting that toner gone quicker, 2-3 washes with a clarifying shampoo will start to remove the blue, grey or purple stains.

Baking Soda

This next method can be used after shampooing your hair. Simply grab 1-2 tablespoons (depending on the amount of hair you have) and start massaging into your hair. Leave this in for a minute or two and rinse. As baking soda has brightening qualities, this will help to strip the toner and gradually bring back golden tones.

Baking Soda

Dishwashing liquid

A slightly more stronger ingredient in the quest of how to fix over toned hair is dishwashing soap/liquid. Take a small amount and lather up into your hair, just like you would your regular shampoo. Again, get to your hair ASAP and leave for a couple minutes before rinsing. Dishwashing liquid is very clarifying and stripping, therefore this will leave your hair feeling dry and brittle. It’s super important to follow up with an intensive, deep conditioning treatment to bring back the moisture into your hair.

Hydrogen Peroxide

Lastly, diluted hydrogen peroxide will strip those unwanted shades from your over toned hair. This is very stripping and harsh on your hair, so it is imperative you indulge your hair in a few conditioning treatments after this process. To remove the toner, dilute with water and spray onto your hair. Make sure to only leave this on for a minute to minimize damage. After rinsing, apply a deep conditioning treatment and leave overnight for best results. This will bring back the good stuff to your suffering hair, and keep it feeling and looking super healthy.

Phew! There you have a few easy ways on how to fix over-toned hair, without damage! Please keep in mind, these methods are safe for your natural hair and are not recommended using on your ZALA extensions . You’ll be getting rid of those purple hues in no time, and can thank us later! Good luck xx

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PUBLISHED 15TH JUNE 2015

Beauty Benefits of Coconut Oil

You’ve probably heard of the many health benefits of coconut oil.

You may even have this all-purpose oil lying around in your kitchen already. But, did you know that coconut oil has been found to be one of the most beneficial beauty products of the moment? That’s why at ZALA, we give you the beauty benefits of coconut oil! These will revolutionize your hair and skin care. Read on for a multitude of uses perfect to include in your winter beauty regime.

Before we get into the numerous benefits, we thought we’d point out the things you need to know about this all natural beauty staple:

What is it? Coconut oil is the ‘fatty’ oil derived from coconuts. It is a creamy, white solid at room temperature and melts into its liquefied form at 24 degrees Celsius.

Where can I find it? Coconut oil can be found at pretty much all supermarkets and health food stores. And, it is cheap!

What type is best? Certified organic, unrefined, virgin coconut oil is best for beauty and health purposes.

Beauty Benefits of Coconut Oil

Intensively conditions hair

Definitely, our favourite when it comes to the beauty benefits of coconut oil. Coconut oil can be used as a deep conditioning mask for your hair! This will add maximum shine, moisture and elasticity back into your locks. At ZALA, this is one of our holy grail hair masks. It deeply penetrates hair follicles to replenish dry and damaged tresses. Apply a generous amount and leave in your hair for an hour for a quick treatment. Or, for an intensive hair mask, leave wrapped in a towel or shower cap and rinse in the morning! Important tip! Make sure you shampoo your hair 2-3 times to completely remove the greasy finish.

Moisturizes and Hydrates Skin

As we are coming into the colder months, coconut oil is the perfect remedy for dry skin. Apply a small amount into the palm of your hands, and apply like your normal moisturizer. Don’t forget about your body! Coconut oil can also be used an all over body lotion. This acts as a highly effective moisturizer to increase your skin’s hydration. The fatty and hydrating properties of coconut oil leave softer, youthful looking skin.

Encourages eyelash and eyebrow growth

Still recovering from over plucking your brows? Or wanting to grow and thicken your lashes fast? Try coconut oil! Simply apply a small amount on any areas where hair is sparse. This will promote cell growth, thicken eyebrows and create longer, fuller lashes. Another one of our favourite beauty benefits of coconut oil at ZALA.

Repairs and softens cuticles

Say goodbye to dry cuticles! Rub a small amount of coconut oil into your cuticles to strengthen nails and hydrate the surrounding skin. Apply after painting your nails for a longer lasting manicure and youthful looking hands.

Removes makeup

Even waterproof makeup will easily wipe away with a little coconut oil! Use a dab of this holy grail oil to break down any stubborn mascara, lipstick or foundation. This will not only remove all makeup with ease but will also double as an eye cream and lip balm keeping the delicate skin hydrated and supple. Just be careful to not get it directly in your eyes, of course!

Tames and smooths frizz

Flyaways, begone! Coconut oil could definitely be one of the cheapest hair oils. Tame frizz by taking a small amount and create a film over the palms of your hands. Simply smooth through the mid to end sections of your hair. And there you have it! Instant softness and added shine.

Whitens teeth

Possibly one of the strangest beauty benefits of coconut oil: teeth whitening. Yep, you heard right! Many people SWEAR by the unique remedy also known as oil-pulling. Coconut oil has antibacterial properties that whiten teeth, improve the health of gums and promotes fresh breath. Simply swish a tablespoon amount of coconut oil around your mouth for around 20 minutes a day to see results.

Exfoliates skin – DIY body scrub

Body scrubs are definitely a trend within the beauty industry at the moment. For an amazing DIY body scrub, mix an equal amount of melted coconut oil and raw sugar together and massage in circular motions onto the skin. The scrub moisturizes while removing dead skin cells. The result: baby smooth skin!

Here’s a quick tutorial that shows you how to make your own body scrub with coconut oil!

Are you going to try some of these to see the beauty benefits of coconut oil? We are obsessed with this do-it-all, natural product at ZALA. With its maximum moisturizing qualities, it’s safe to say coconut oil has fast become a vanity essential. Try it for yourself and see the evidence!

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PUBLISHED 15TH APRIL 2015

How Many Pieces of Tape Hair Extensions for a Full Head

In the ever-evolving hair industry, tape hair extensions have provided both consumers and stylists with a system so easy and quick to apply. A full head of tape hair can be applied in under 30 minutes! But, have you ever wondered how many pieces of tape hair extensions for a full head? For good reasons, this is one of the most common questions the ZALA team receive about our AAAAA grade tape extensions. Not to fear! We give you the rundown on how many pieces you will require getting a full head of long and luscious locks!

How Many Pieces of Tape Hair Extensions for a Full Head?

20 piece pack

Many people often inquire about 20 pieces packs as this is the cheapest available pack. This is ONLY considered a ‘booster’ pack for those who already have tape extensions and want a few new pieces or need extra volume. A 20 piece pack will NOT be enough for any hair type as this will only make 10 sandwiches of hair. When putting in tape extensions, 2 pieces are sandwiched at the root over sections of your hair. As you can probably imagine, a 20 piece set will definitely not be enough for a full head of hair.

40 piece pack

The least amount of pieces we recommend for all customers is our 40 piece packs. This pack is enough for thin to normal hair types and is ideal for ladies with fine hair. A 40 piece pack is considered a standard amount of tape hair extensions, as many people find they use between 30-40 pieces. This, of course, creates 20 sandwiches of hair. We are absolutely in love with this before and after photo below using our premium ZALA Tape extensions!

60 piece pack

Finally, the 60 piece pack. This amount is perfect for those with thick hair or wants to add a lot of overall volume. For those whose natural hair is medium/thick, or have quite a coarse hair type, this pack is perfect. We usually recommend this option when we get asked how many pieces of tape hair extensions for a full head of hair. This will obviously create 30 sandwiches which are a lot to hold if your hair is not super thick. Our 60 piece sets will create a full overall look with extra thickness and super volume.

Keep in mind! Your hairstyle and cut are very important when blending tape hair extensions. It does not only depend on how many pieces you purchase for a full head. If you are struggling to make your extensions blend, your hair should usually always be thinned out towards the ends. This can be achieved with the use of layers or specific cutting techniques. Having thinner ends in your natural hair will create a seamless blend and no harsh lines where your natural hair ends.

We hope this helps you determine exactly how many pieces of tape extensions for a full head of hair! For our premium range of European Tape Hair extensions, click here.
As always, feel free to drop our friendly customer service team and email for another further questions or inquiries at [email protected]

How Many Pieces of Tape Hair Extensions for a full head of hair

ZALA Tape Hair extensions

PUBLISHED 8TH APRIL 2015

Which is the best hair extension length?

Hair extensions are popular across the globe for their incredible style flexibility, wide colour range and great length variety they are available in. Whether you are after the natural look or long overflowing locks, you are guaranteed to find them here at ZALA. Continue reading below to find out which is the best hair extension length!

So which is the best hair extension length for you?

Here at ZALA, we offer lengths ranging from 16 to 30 inches. Our hair extensions are catered to all hair types and length preferences. We know that everyone has their own personality and is trying to create the best look suited towards their style. If you have shoulder-length hair and are after those few extra inches to complete your look, we would recommend the 16 or the 20 inch. But if you love those long mermaid tresses, anything from 24 to 30 inches will be perfect for you! Below is an image that may be able to help you choose which is the best hair extension length!

As you can see above, the 16″ sits just on the bust, the 20″ sitting just under the bust area. The 24″ just at the waist while the 26″ at the hips and the 30″ is further below and beyond! Through carefully reading, this should give you a better idea of which is the best hair extension length.

Style flexibility

The greatest benefit of our hair extension lengths is the styling flexibility! The styling ideas are endless when you can have up to 30 inches of hair! While most of our longest tresses are used to create those glamorous curls, many also prefer the simple straight look. Read further to learn some head-turning style techniques to use on yourself. The straighter the hair, the longer it looks! Pictured below are a few of our happy customers trying out their favourite styling techniques on their new ZALA hair extensions!

short to long

Here we have Tina, who has transformed her whole look from short fine hair to long silky and platinum!

long and dark

Melanie, who prefers sleek and long over her short casual flicks of hair.

ZALA hopes it is now easier to choose the perfect length for you!

Visit here for 2014 style suggestions for mid length hair!For further information on our ZALA website for which is the best hair extension length, please click here.

PUBLISHED 13TH AUGUST 2014

Making Clip in Hair Extensions Look Realistic

Most celebrities wear hair extensions, and fashion-conscious individuals are using this trick to improve their own looks. Making your hair extensions look realistic properly can help make sure that they look natural. This will enhance your style, without drawing too much attention to the hair extensions.

Pick a Flattering Style

Some of the best ways to make your hair extensions look realistic are to gently tease them in with the rest of your hair.

1: Blending extensions into your natural hair with gentle curls can help to minimize the obvious differences between the two types of hair.

2: Adding a purposely faux element, such as a braided headband, can help to draw attention away from the extensions, making them seem like a more natural part of the overall look.

3: When pulling the hair up, place the extensions under the crown and gently blend into your natural hair. This can help to hide any seams that can make it obvious you are wearing a hairpiece.

4: Ponytails also help to hide the ends of extensions, adding volume without making the hair look artificial. For a more formal occasion, twist your hair up into a bun.

When selecting a hairstyle to wear with extensions, it is better to select a style that focuses on volume rather than looking sleek and styled. Try to minimize a style that focuses too heavily on your part, this can make it hard to hide the clips.

Add Some Style

High-quality hair extensions take to styling very well and this can be a great way to get more out of your overall look.

1: Braids can help to camouflage clip-ins by weaving the artificial strands of hair in with your natural tresses. In a large, messy braid it will be nearly impossible to tell where your extensions are sitting.

2: Add a bit of curl. This will help to blend your hair in with the extensions and add volume to your style.

3: Don’t be afraid to cut your extensions to match your hair length. Matching the length of the extensions to your natural hair will make it much easier to blend them in.

4: Brush your extensions out lightly ahead of time, taking care not to pull in such a way that you will damage them.

When you are curling or adding a product to extensions, make sure that you read any instructions on your product first. Heat or sticky products can damage artificial extensions, in some cases scorching them and rendering them unusable.

Purchase the Right Product

1: Make sure the colour you select is perfect for your hair. If you dye your hair, dye your extensions too so they match.

2: Stick with clip ins. Glues can be very damaging to your hair. Those that are already battling issues with thin hair will find that these more permanent solutions can make their problems even worse.

3: Pick a texture that matches your natural elements. If you have curly hair, it is going to be impossible to blend straight extensions in and make them look natural, and vice versa.

Once you get used to styling hair extensions you will be able to blend them in flawlessly.

For more tips, check out our YouTube Channel!

PUBLISHED 1ST OCTOBER 2013

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