Had a disastrous visit to the hairdresser and left with an unwanted bob? Or constantly struggling to get your natural hair to grow? We’ve got you covered! If you’re recovering from a bad hair cut or just simply lust over long locks, let us give you the low down on how to make your hair grow faster. These few steps will help speed up the tedious process of natural hair growth for LONG, happy and healthy hair!

How to Make Your Hair Grow Faster

On average, the rate of hair growth is only around half an inch a month. While theres no miracule cure for immediate or excessive hair growth, their are several steps that will help speed up the tedious process of natural hair growth.

Haircare – Products and maintenance

One of the most vital steps in quickly growing long tresses: haircare. If your hair is dry and damaged, natural hair growth is hindered. Simple, right? To boost hair growth, hydration and damage control will become key elements in your haircare routine! Quick tips:

Introduce weekly deep penetrating, conditioning hair masks. The added moisture will promote healthy and hydrated hair to generate faster growth. See our previous blog post on our holy grail, natural hair mask here.

Conditioning Hair Mask
Brush carefully! The breakage from aggressive and careless brushing halts the growing process. Try avoid brushing your hair whilst its wet – the hair follicles are open and are more prone to damage
Space out hair washes Frequent shampoo and conditioning can remove the natural oils of your hair. As hydration is key – the natural oils your hair produce are actually important to keep your hair from becoming dry and brittle.
Go heat free! Stay away from heat as much as possible. For those girls who can’t live without their straightener, apply a heat protectant before styling.

Health and wellbeing

Sticking to a healthy diet will not only nourish your body. It will nourish your hair too! Take a look at your diet and water intake – wholegrains, foods rich in calcium and plenty of water will help nurture happy and healthy hair. Not only will this benefit your overall health, fueling your body with a healthy diet and water will help fosture long, lustrous locks. So, what are you waiting for?

Trimming those ends!

Ironically, the practice of regular trims is a common answer when asking how to make your hair grow faster. How, you may wonder?! Of course, cutting your hair will remove length and technically not speed up growth. It will, however, prevent breakage and promote overall healthy hair to make the hair grow at a quicker rate. At ZALA, we recommend getting regular trims to remove those split and damaged ends.

Trimming split ends

Supplements

Haircare from within! A much overlooked factor when asking how to grow your hair faster. Much like the topical treatments you give your hair, supplements are packed full of goods to foster lustrous locks. Try taking a multivitamin to boost bioton and iron levels. These nutrients have been proven to not only encourage the rate of hair growth, but to add moisture and shine!

Hair extensions

And of course, our favourite at ZALA 😉 Hair extensions will definitely not speed the growth of your locks, but they will definitely make the process a lot easier. We love the instant added volume and length hair extensions provide. Perfec to give a quick fix of mermaid-esque locks whilst you grow your natural hair to a comfortable length. Check out our premium quality 100% Human Remy hair at https://www.zalacliphairextensions.com.au/

ZALA Hair Extensions – Instant length

We hope this shon some light on how to make your hair grow faster. WIth improved haircare and adding moisture from the inside and out, your happy and healthy hair will be growing in no time!

PUBLISHED 22ND APRIL 2015

Festival Hairstyles: Coachella 2015

With first weekend of Coachella kicking off the festival season, we’ve been loaded with hairspiration here at ZALA! If you’re still looking for some festival hairstyles to finish off your look, don’t worry! Read on for three fail-safe, yet super-cute hairstyles that tick all the festival boxes.

Festival Hairstyles for Coachella 2015

Festival Hairstyles

Tousled, Beachy Hair

Loose, messy waves

Lets start with this ultra laid-back boho hairstyle. With a festival edge to your regular down-do, this style is perfect for day 1 while your hair is fresh.

To achieve:

Apply your clip in extensions for extra thickness and added length to your locks. We love our 24″ sets for the perfect amount of length. Shop the full range of 24″ extensions here.
Using your preferred styling tool of choice, curl your hair creating medium sized loose waves. Alternate the direction with each section you curl to create non-uniform waves. The more ‘random’ the better, as this effortless effect creates the texture perfect for tousling.
Now its time to brush those locks out! If you’re wearing hair extensions, be sure to carefully brush through your curls. We highly recommend our Loop Brush to avoid damaging your wefts. This will separate and give a super casual feel.
Texturize with a light spray of hairspray or salt spray and scrunch your locks into tousled waves. This finishing step creates the perfect foundation for your second and third day hairstyles.

Flower Crowns, Hair Jewellery and Headbands

Boho Headband

ZALA Crystal Droplet Hair Accessory

For a little less effort involved, pop on a flower crown, headband or hair accessory. Ideal for second day hair to wear with curls from our previous look, or to pair with a loose fishtail braid. With so many variations, hair accessories create endless festival hairstlyes. We’ve got you covered at ZALA, shop all of our hair accessories here. We particularly love our Crystal Droplet featured in the photo above! This style can help distract from greasy roots when needed. If this doesn’t help to hide unwashed hair, dry shampoo will also be your best friend! This handy little product will create freshen your hair while creating texture and volume in your festival locks.

Plaits and braided up-do’s

Halo Braid

It’s safe to say, braids make the perfect festival hairstyles as they disguise unwashed locks into a pretty weave of hair. They also help to get all that hair out of the way when you’re dancing. The best part – they are SO simple and easy to create yet look so intricate and stylish! At ZALA, we are loving the halo/crown braid trend, and deem this hairstyle the perfect festival up-do. To create this look, follow these surprisingly simple steps:

Start with unwashed, 2nd or 3rd day hair as this will hold better on hair with more texture and grip. This style will look best with middle-parted hair.
Split your hair into two sections like you would to create two loose plaits on either side of your hair starting behind your ear. Whether it be fishtail, french plait etc. – the choice is yours! Any braid will work with this pretty style. Secure with clear hair elastics.
Loosen your braids by pulling and seperating. Don’t worry if your hair is layered! Messy plaits will create a more relaxed, boho look.
Starting with one side, take the end of your plait, wrap it over your hair to reach the other side. This will be discreetly hidden at the base of your other braid. Secure with plenty of bobby pins and repeat on the other side.
Pull out front sections/layers of your hair to frame your face and create a messy, boho style. Play around with your halo braid to finish the look.

We hope these give you inspiration for easy, festival-friendly hairstyles. Us ZALA girls love how effortless and pretty these looks are. Will you be wearing your ZALA extensions to Coachella this year? Show us your festival photos on Facebook and Instagram #zalahairextensions

https://www.zalacliphairextensions.com.au/

PUBLISHED 17TH APRIL 2015

How to Blow Dry Your Hair – Tips & Tricks

How To Blow Dry Your Hair

Oh, the hair dryer… At ZALA, just thinking about blow drying our hair makes our arms ache! We all know the struggles of blow drying – probably the least anticipated hair care step ever. This is why the ZALA team want to show you the tips and tricks on how to blow dry you hair! Cut down drying time and forget the frizz – we have hair drying hacks that will give you smooth and professional looking blow dried hair in half the time!

How to Blow Dry Your Hair – 10 Tips & Tricks

Always. Use. Heat Protectant! One of the most common forgotten steps when it comes to blow drying your hair. This easy yet key trick will not only smooth your hair and prevent frizz, but also keep your hair healthy and smooth in the long run.
Revise your tools – hint: use a round brush. For a polished blow out look, a round brush will smooth hair and create a natural wave. Use a rolling technique with your round brush whilst drying from roots to tips to deliver salon results.

Round Brush
Use the nozzle that comes ready with your hair dryer! This gives you more control over the air flow and direction. By better targeting sections, you’ll easily cut down minutes off your hair drying routine.
Before you start, make sure your hair dryer settings are on medium heat with high power/air flow. Though you may think high heat is the quickest option when drying, it actually causes more damage and does not dry the hair much faster.
Following on from our previous tip – keep your hair a good distance AWAY from the heat. As blow drying is one of the least damaging ways to style your hair, you’d want to try and keep it that way! Try keep the nozzle 20-30 cm away from your hair to avoid applying a more direct heat.
Cut drying time in half and section your hair! This is so important, especially for you ladies with hair on the thicker side. Section your hair into 3-4 layers working from the bottom up. This technique will cut down time as it allows you to more efficiently dry your locks.

Sectioned Hair
Struggling with frizz and/or fly-aways? Always point your hair dryer downwards so that the airflow smooths down each strand. This will revolutionize your hair drying technique.
Not necessarily a must, however for those of you who want extra volume or love big, voluminous hair, blow dry the roots of sections the opposite way of growth. This works typically well with fringes or side parts.
You know that ‘cool’ button that you don’t know the use of and never touch? Use it! This handy little tool closes the hair follicles by cooling down the hair. This trick instantly adds shine and holds style to your locks!

‘Cool’ button on Hair Dryer
For extra hold, finish with a flexible hold hair spray. If you wish, apply a hair oil to the tips of your hair to smooth and add shine!

And there you have it. Hair drying – HACKED! Don’t ever feel frustrated again when it comes to blow drying your hair! Following these fail-proof steps, you will have professional looking blow dried hair in no time! If you’re still unsure, send us an email at [email protected] to talk to one of our hair experts.

https://www.zalacliphairextensions.com.au/

PUBLISHED 10TH APRIL 2015

Pros and Cons of Clip In Hair Extensions

Struggling to choose what hair extension method is the best for you? Not entirely sure if clip in extensions will suit your hairs needs? Not to worry! Here at ZALA, we have tackled both pros and cons of clip in hair extensions. We’re here to help you decide whether clip in extensions are tailored to your AND your hair’s requirements. Read on for the benefits and disadvantages of clip in hair extensions…

PROS – Pro and Cons of Clip In Hair Extensions

Temporary Style

Before and After Clip In Hair Extensions – ZALA customer

For those of us who aren’t blessed with long, lustrous and voluminous locks, clip in hair extensions effortlessly allow a temporary boost of length and volume. Switch up your style when and wherever you choose! Their non-permanency allows us indecisive girls to change up your looks without having to be tied down to long hair for several weeks at time. Bringing us to our second point of the pros and cons of clip in hair extensions…

Easy Application

Clip in hair extensions are the easiest to apply. No heat or glue necessary and no cost involved! You don’t have to be a hair expert or take them to a professional to apply. In under 2 minutes, you can achieve instant improvements for your natural hair’s volume, body and length! Plus, unlike other hair extension methods, clip in extensions prevent damage caused to your natural hair. If applied correctly, breakage, excess shedding of your natural locks is avoided. Watch below for our fail-safe application tutorial for clip in hair extensions.

Low Maintenance

Low maintenance and up keep

Another reason why clip in hair extensions are advantageous is their low up keep. Who really wants to sit in the hair salon for hours on end maintaining their extensions?! At ZALA, we believe the necessary hair care involved with clip in extensions is good storage and careful brushing. (Check out our Loop Brush and Protect Me Bag designed to make your clip ins last anywhere from 6-12 months!)

ZALA hair extensions stored neatly in the new protect me bag

CONS – Pros and Cons of Clip In Hair Extensions

Not permanent

Like our first ‘pro’, clip in hair extensions are of course only temporary which is a disadvantage depending on your specific needs. They require added caution in some circumstances and are not able to be worn while sleeping without causing damage to both your natural hair and extensions. This may be an ill effect to those who seek their permanent fix of long locks!

Hairstyles and visibility

Cons of Clip In Hair Extensions

Clip in hair extensions aren’t the most undetectable of all methods. Unlike tape hair extensions, the clips are more visible at the root of the hair and do not sit completely flat against the scalp. If you’re a fan of high buns or ponytails, or have extremely fine/thin hair, clip in extensions might not be for you. Although, nothing a little styling and proper application can’t hide 😉

Perhaps these pros and cons of clip in hair extensions explain some of the reasons why we love clip in hair extensions!

Check out ZALA’s full clip in extension range here.

For more information regarding clip in extensions, feel free to drop us an email at [email protected]

PUBLISHED 2ND APRIL 2015

Hair Trends for Autumn

It’s safe to say the remnants of summer are upon us as the days get increasingly colder. However, as we reluctantly farewell the warmer weather, the switch of seasons calls for a refreshing change of hairstyles! Here at ZALA, we’re here to help you prepare for this seasons biggest colours, cuts and styles! Read on for the latest hair trends for Autumn.

Hair Trends for Autumn: Rich Burgundy and Auburn shades

Hair Trends for Autumn – Warm, Rich Browns

Of course, the ever present autumnal shades of deep burgundy red and rich warm browns. These rich hues will remain popular hair trends for Autumn. Thus, at ZALA, we have you sorted for both auburn shades and added length. For a classic warm and rich brown, check out our Rich Mocha shade here. For those of you girls who want to brave a bolder look and delve into burgundy hues – check out our Burgundy Red extensions available here.

Hair Trends for Autumn – Cheryl Cole’s Burgundy Red

Ombre Autumnal Shades

And if you’re really not quite ready to give up on the dip-dye just yet, try this autumn take on balayage hair. Combining autumnal colours with an ombre fade-out trend, try this two-tone ponytail or wear it loose with our Balayage Extension Set in Cocoa Red Wine. Perfect for those of us who don’t want to commit to permanent colour!

Hair Trends for Autumn: Braids

Hair Trends for Autumn – Braids

Updo Braids

Braided styles

Thought braids were just for spring and summer?his intricate hair trend is huge this season too! One of the most fail-safe hair styles for Autumn, we are lusting over these braided variations of hair. This style works best on hair in between washes for added texture and grip. Perfect for lazy hair days, this woven look is so pretty and intricate, yet requires little effort!

Hair Trends for Autumn: Straight and Textured

Straight Hair

Keep it straight! If you’re over loose waves, this straight hair style gives for a more edgy look and is a bold change on last seasons whimsical and beachy curls. Here at ZALA, we can see straight hair with added texture is going to be a big trend for the colder seasons. A perfect accompaniment to any outfit – it’s a definite yes from us! They key to this look is the products used. Blow dry and straighten your locks, finishing with a generous amount of dry shampoo or texturizing spray to create this effortless look. ZALA hair extensions are perfect for this look for added thickness and length!