Today’s blow dryers and styling brushes has come along from there humble beginnings. There is no denying that the invention of hand-held hair dryers and styling brushes were major steps forward in the evolution of hair fashions. The first hand-held hair dryers were made of steel weighing over 2 pounds and produced 100 watts of heat. By the 1960’s space age plastic hair brushes and pestle-grip blow dryers with 1500 watts of heat were poised to change the look of hair fashions for both men and women and the professional beauty industry. 

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HOW BLOW DRY STYLING WORKS

The blow dryer is a device used to dry “wet hair” by blowing hot air over it. With the aid of a styling brush the damp hair can be transformed into any number of shapely hairstyles. It must be noted that the natural shape of the hair fiber is attributed to its internal hydrogen bonds which can be temporarily altered when exposed to water and rearranged with the aid of heat and traction. The new hair dryer’s not only dry hair quickly but include features that also improve the health of the hair.
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​NEXT GENERATION HAIR STYLING TOOLS
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The Carerise Bliss ultra-light hand held hair dryer from Japan and HairFlex three-in-one styling brush from America are perfect examples of the next generation of styling tools. Both equipped with all the "bells and whistles" you’d expect from 21st century hair styling tools.

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​WORLD’S MOST ADVANCED HAIR STYLING DRYER

The Carerise Bliss hair styling dryer features ceramic far-infrared heat technology which emits negative ions (the good stuff) that breaks down clusters of water molecules into fine particles reducing the drying time while preserving the moisture and elasticity within the hair fiber. Its energy efficient design reduces energy use by 40% and the unique  dual voltage feature switches from 120v and 240v for use worldwide. The dual speed airflow and temperature controls make it ideal for blow dry styling with its versatile HairFlex three-in-one Styling Brush.

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WORLD’S MOST VERSATILE STYLING BRUSH

The HairFlex styling brush adjustable design combines three of the most popular hair styling brushes in one: Paddle Brush, Round Brush and Shaping Brush plus a built-in Styling Comb. One hair styling brush does it all. Making the versatile HairFlex styling brush the perfect companion to the Carerise Bliss, the world’s most advanced hair styling dryer.

To freshen-up a hairstyle that has lost its shape from long exposure to the hot studio lights I dampen the bristles of my styling brush with a light hold hair spray and place the brush at the neckline under the hair and brush it up and forward.  After its combed back in place with its original shape and style. We often have to do this several times during a single shoot.
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​Makeup is applied many times during filming, especially around the hairline. To the remove build-up from the hairline, before wetting the hair apply shampoo to the hairline first then wet the hair to lift and remove the makeup.​

​To prevent morning bedhead and keep a hairstyle in place after sleeping on it, replace your cotton pillowcase with a silk pillowcase. The cotton pillowcase will grab and pull the hair, while the hair will slide across the silk and the style will hold its shape.

​Today there are an enormous variety of hair brushes to choose from. There are flat, round,curved and vented brushes each made for a specific hair type, such as straight, wavy, curly and for different uses. For example, there are brushes for detangling wet hair, curling, waving, straightening, volumizing and styling with a blow dryer. For most this can be confusing and expensive.
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That's why I came up with a unique idea, create a single hair brush that will work for the maximum number of functions, hair types and hair styles. The HairFlex Styling Brush combines three of the most popular brushes in one, round brush, paddle brush and shaping brush. One hair brush does it all and then some.
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The HairFlex styling brush is made of a unique durable heat resistant flexible rubber composite that's easy on the hair and scalp. The secret lies in its flexible living hinge which allows it to bend in both directions (opened and closed) and spring back to its original flat shape like magic. It also comes with a unique "retainer clip" that slides on the end of the brush to hold it open for styling and closed to keep it clean and fit in a handbag when not in use.
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HairFlex is the only hair brush you'll ever need.  That's why we call it the world's most versatile hair brush. Oh, did I mention it's also the only hair styling brush with a built-in styling comb.

​Your comments are always welcome, 

George Caroll  
Owner/ Inventor of the HairFlex Hair Brush

There're dozens of hair brushes made to style hair with a blow dryer, (round brushes, paddle brushes, vent brushes and they come in many colors and sizes). Each is designed for different hairstyles and styling effects, (volume, straighten, curl and wave, roll hair over, turn it under or flip it up. Until recently you had to invest in at least two or three different hair brushes to style your hair with or even without blow dryer.

GET READY TO SAY WOW!   Now you can have one hair brush to style your hair with a blow dryer and does it all. The new HAIRFLEX three-in-one styling brush instantly converts from a Paddle Brush to a Vent Shaping Brush and Round Brush by simple squeezing its adjustable handles open and closed. Just look at all you can do with with one hair brush...this bad boy does it all !

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HAIRFLEX SHAPING BRUSH

• Lift hair up off scalp to dry base for maximum volume
• Straighten unruly waves and curl
• Crimp hair to create large and small waves
• Straighten hairline for smooth straight bangs
• Scrunch to encourage volume curls and waves
• Turn hair over or under​

 
HAIRFLEX ROUND BRUSH AND STYLING COMB

• Squeeze handle open to use as (adjustable) Round Brush
• Squeeze handle fully open to use center row as a Styling Comb

RETAINER CLIP
Squeeze handles open slide Retainer Clip on end for use as a Round Brush
Squeeze the handle closed slide Retainer Clip on the end keeps it clean
Retainer Clip keeps your brush close to fit in hand bag for travel
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• The Hair Flex brush works perfect on fine hair, thick hair, curly hair or straight. Long hair or short. It is totally awesome. Crimp, Straighten and Scrunch to add volume. HairFlex makes styling your hair with a blow dryer a snap because its versatile and instantly converts from Paddle Brush to Shaping Brush or Round Brush. This bad boy is going to blow you away. Oh, one more thing I forgot to mention, its
  super easy to keep clean too.  

Thanks for reading,  your comments are welcome.

The statuesque Greek Goddess with her high flying Ponytail and sophisticated Chignon is proof of 
staying power of this simple classic hairstyle. The reason for it longevity is that the vast majority of women (75%) prefer wearing long hair and this simple up-do is easy to achieve and suitable for any age, face shape and hair type. The ponytail is one of the classic hairstyles even today.

If your looking for a perfect Prom hairstyles, take a cue from these red carpet celeb's styles and upgrade your "gym ready tail" to any of these stunning celebrity Ponytail hairstyle. 

The Ponytail and Chignon hairstyles are great looks for anyone who's short on time and can be quickly arranged for a dressy look and suitable for any occasion. Its such a classic style that it never grows old and its versatility is endless. It can be arranged to look messy, sexy, sleek, frizzy, knotted, braided, rockin, casual, romantic, sporty or seductive making it the perfect choice for a Prom Style. If your hair is to short and you need extra length add hair extensions or buy a clip on ponytail.

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​So when looking for Prom Hairstyles or easy anytime hairdo that's always fashionable and never out of style, pull your hair back (high or low) and this timeless classic is good to go.

I'd love to hear your comments!

Thank for reading, 

George Caroll



​See More:
 Chignon Hairstyles ( Wikipedia)
Prom Hairstyles on Pinterest

Step 1:
Brush Hair and Sculpt Before Shampooing
To prepare your hair and scalp for shampooing brush it from back to front
several times. Brushing helps prevent tangles, remove dandruff, excess oil
and helps prevent styling aid build-up.

​Step 2:
Apply Shampoo
For a through coverage and even cleansing apply shampoo to the back of head 
were hair is thickest and under the hair if long. Followed by the sides and front.
To remove excess oil and styling aids use two shampoo applications if shampoo does not foam and leather well. 

​Step 3: 
Pressure Point Message
Using pressure point message when shampooing your hair is a most effective way
to stimulate circulation and encourage healthy hair growth. It's easy, bend head forward and use finger tips starting at the temples (press, rotate and slide fingers up to the hairline). To relax tense scalp muscles and nerve endings place finger tips on each side of the neck (press, rotate and side up and down). Repeat this three times at temples and neck. 

​Step 4:
Steam Towel Conditioning Treatment
For an even coverage apply conditioner to back of the head were hair is thickest
and under the hair if long. Followed by the sides and front pressure point message. To stimulate circulation, relax tense scalp muscles, nerve endings and encourage the
conditioning treatment wrap a hot steam towel over the conditioner for 60 seconds. 

Step 5:
Rinse Conditioner with Cool Water
For sheen and extra body for styling, rinse with warm and finish with a cool water
rinse for 15 seconds. Hair will stay cleaner, dry faster and styles will last longer with
a invigorating cool water rinse. 

5 Step / 5 Minute
Home Spa Shampoo 
Conditioning Treatment 
This professional procedure is the result of years
of empirical salon research. Each step may be
used individually or use all five steps to cleanse,
condition and prepare your hair for ​styling at home.