How To Straighten Hair Without Heat

Hey darlings! Today I have a tip on a constantly asked question: how to straighten your hair without heat. It is very possible, but requires a lot more time then using heat. So, prepare yourself!

We all know that heat damages your hair over time. Using a  curling iron or straightening your hair with a straightening iron too often can pretty much fry your hair, leaving it more prone to split ends and  breaking. 

Here is one way you can dry your heat without heat, and still get it straight! 

☄ Wash your hair with shampoo and conditioner. Use a "deep conditioner" or leave your regular conditioner in for two to three minutes.

☄ Towel dry your hair. Gently towel it dry so that it is not dripping, but still damp.

☄ Apply anti-frizz serum to your hair, especially if it is prone to curling up in cool air. It will keep it straighter will it dries as well. If you don't have frizz serum, just look up how to make your own. Most recipes are very simple!

☄ Blow dry your hair on the coolest setting possible. Use a flat paddle brush to brush your hair out in long, straight strokes. Do this until your hair is completely dry. Because it is on the cool setting, this could take up to an hour or more. 

☄ Style your hair as you wish, or simply leave it down. 

There are many other ways, but I don't want to make this tip too long. 

So that's all! I hope you found this useful! Stay up on your hair care guys! :) 

- Style - @styleofthechannels

Things To Do At The Beach

Its Catylinn here!!! And today I am going to give you guys things to do at the beach so that you don't get bored :) Oh and sorry this is late...I've been busy with school stuff :(



Things you can do at the beach:

• Swim! And actually go in the water... not just ankle deep.
• Listen to music! Blasts your favorite songs from a wireless speaker. 
• Play volleyball! Or join a random group of people... you never now what might happen ;)
• Take cool pictures! Whether of the sunset or just yourself and a few friends, pictures help us remember the good times.
• Do gymnastics! Or any other cool trick by the water and take pictures.
• Talk to random people! People might surprise you. 
• Build a sand castle! Or... a sandman!
• Surf! Or try to at least...
• Bonfires! Start a bonfire and roast marshmallows and make smores!!! Just make sure to stay safe!
• Look for seashells! Its always cool to start a collection.
• Send a message in a bottle! Who knows what will happen to it?
• Watch the Sunset! Its really pretty and one of the best times to take pictures. 
• Sun Bathe! Just make sure you don't get burnt :p 

Okay that's it for today!
XOXO,
Catylinn

Tips On How To Get Flexible

Hi people of the internet! Catylinn here with tips on getting flexible! With doing cheer this year I had to get my splits, and overall just be more flexible. Anyway cheer try outs are coming up soon, and I am here to help you guys with your flexibility!

1. Warm up! Jog for a few minutes, do a small work out, or a few jumping jacks anything to warm you up and loosen your muscles. 
2. Don't force yourself into any position or hold it for too long! This can cause you to pull a muscle which can be painful :( and can have the opposite affect.
3. Hold positions for 10-30 seconds. 
4. Be consistent! Try to stretch for at least 5-10 minutes everyday to keep up your flexibility.
5. YouTube! Look up "stretching tips" or something like that for stretches that you might not know. 
6. Get people to help you stretch! Have a friend or family member push you down in your straddle to get a better stretch or get someone to push you down in your splits to get that last 1/2 inch. Remember lightly!!!
7. Don't bounce! Its just a recipe for disaster ;(
8. Use objects around the house! Such as a wall or doorway!
9. Wear stretchy or loose clothing! Its way harder to hold your splits in jeans than in leggings!
10. Yoga! Yoga does not only help build your flexibility but it is also great for your mind. 

Hope this helps!
XOXO,
Catylinn

Tips for Clear Skin:)

Heyo People! Catylinn here to give you guys tips for getting clear skin!

1. Do not leave make up on overnight! This clogs your pores leading to unwanted pimples :(
2. Exercise! This helps to release toxins and maintain clear skin. Make sure to wash your face before and after you workout.
3. Drink water! When your skin is dry your body produces more oil to compensate for the lack of water.
4. Change your pillowcase every so often to get rid of oils and other stuff that accumulate.
5. Do not pick at it! It will only make it worse by getting dirt and oils from your fingers/ nails which can make things a lot worse.
6. Benzoyl peroxide products are only good for about 3 months, after that it become inactive.
7. Exfoliate! Try to exfoliate at 2x a week to get rid of dead skin and other stuff. 
8. Remember that you might have to change your skin routine as the seasons change. 
9. Wash your face in the morning and night!
10. Make sure to moisturize! If you don't your skin will start to produce more oil to make it less dry.
11. Tea tree oil works; :) but make sure not to use too much otherwise it will  dry out your skin.
12. Try to cut back on fried foods! Not only are they not healthy the grease in the food eventually negatively affects your skin. Same with sugar.
13. Try a face mask once a week! One type of mask that really works is clay.( Do not overuse, it will dry out your skin)
14. Limit how much dairy you eat! Dairy(especially non-organic) contains hormones that can throw off your hormone balances which can cause you to break out.
15. Get and allergy test! If nothing works, than get an allergy test! Allergens can cause inflammation including breakouts. 
16. Caffeine can trigger acne :(
17. Make sure to wash your hair! Oils from your hair can transfer to your face, causing you to break out.
18. Avoid products with fragrances! Fragrances can irritate skin, causing redness and allergic reactions.
19. Vitamin E heals scars!
20. If all else fails, go to see a dermatologist. They will help you find a more personalized approach.