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• STEP 1: Find examples of hair highlights for a man that you like in magazines.
Subtle highlights can be hard to detect so if you see a man’s hair that you like the
color of keep those aside as well. You’ll want to cut out those pictures or
remember the person’s name (if it’s a celebrity) so you can give examples to your
stylist of what you like.
• STEP 2: Be sure to tell the salon you plan on having your hair highlighted when
making your appointment. Also, if you are still unclear on what type or color of
highlights you want you may want to ask that they leave extra time in the
appointment for a consultation. Stylists work best when they’re not rushed, so
make sure plenty of time is given for your visit.

• STEP 3: Avoid putting hair products in your hair for your appointment. Most
stylists like to do hair highlights on dry hair and having your hair loaded with
styling gel can make working with your hair difficult. If this isn’t possible you
may have to have your hair washed and dried before the process can begin.
• STEP 4: Consult with your stylist on your highlighting options at your
appointment. Be sure to tell her if you’re looking for a subtle effect or if you want
your hair highlights to be more noticeable.
• STEP 5: Discuss placement of the hair highlights before the process begins. You
may want to start out with only a few subtle highlights in the front of your hair or
have them placed all over to blend in with your natural color.
• STEP 6: Ask your stylist which color she’ll be using. It never hurts to know
what’s being used on your hair so that you can either try to do the highlights at
home (perhaps you have a willing girlfriend who’ll do it for you) or if you ever
change salons or stylists.
• STEP 7: Be sure your stylist dries your hair so you can check out the true color of
your new highlights after the highlights have been completed. Have a good look
at them and make sure they’re what you wanted. If they are too light they can be
darkened with a toner (a slightly darker color rinsed through the hair). If they
aren’t light enough the process might have to be done again. This is why the
consultation process is so important—getting it right the first time is so much
easier.
• STEP 8: Be sure to take good care of your new hair highlights after you leave the
salon. Using a shampoo and conditioner for colored hair will help keep your hair
healthy. Also, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun which will bleach out and
change the color of your highlights.

How to Make a Ponytail

No longer just a bad-hair-day antidote, the ponytail is a chic and sleek hairstyle for day or
evening. Wear it low at the back of the neck for dressy business or evening occasions or
keep it in the middle of the head for a casual sporty look.

Instructions