Asian Girls Hair Types

In all my days of doing hair/makeup, I’ve noticed that Asian women have these different types of hair.

Thick hair:
- thick, curly, wavy and impossible to get 100% straight
- thick, tons of hair, impossible to keep curled

Thin hair:
- super thin, no volume hair, impossible to stay curled
- no hair, super thin hair almost to the point of balding
- thin, dry and damaged hair

I think the majority of people have trouble with volume, getting it in the right places at least! I’ve heard of an interesting tactic of cutting a strand of hair to about 2-3 inches underneath the top part of your head, and then perming it so it will always give you volume! Maybe I’ll try that one day. 

However, here is a more temporary tactic you can use for random occasions.  You basically roll up a strand of hair and pin it down with a bobbypin. Then you put the rest of your hair over it and hairspray it so it stays put! 

You won’t have to worry about your hair losing volume because the “bump” will keep it up! This would be an alternative to teasing–which can be damaging to your hair if you do it too much. (Although I personally love to teaaase!).

To have silky hair like this requires wonderful products. 

We recommend using Menkoi Healing Elixir which will strengthen your hair and give it a natural healthy shine 

http://www.etsy.com/listing/96833806/menkoi-organic-healing-elixir

Super Junior’s Siwon “Dokdo Is Our Land” Tweet Outrages Japanese Fans

On August 10, Siwon retweeted, “Dokdo is our true territory and it is a place of value that must be protected with our lives. Let’s protect it with pride – at Dokdo,” which was originally posted by the Blue House.

G Dragon ask for Forgiveness!

Big Bang's leader G-Dragon asked forgiveness to his maknae Seungri for not being able to reach him at fan meetings in Japan. Seungri posted his funny reply (top photo + comment), complaining to GD for leaving him "alone". Actually, Seungri wasn't alone at all: in fact, at his first fan meeting Daesungjoined the event as shown by some photos posted by YG Entertainment.- jpopasia( all credits to jpopasia )

GD justified his absence with his being busy with preparing his upcoming single, and cheered him up very friendly receiving positive comments from netizens that replied: "I love this kind of friendship!" , "Poor maknae, but he has a really good leader!"

(credits to jpopasia. I do not own)

Asian Face Shapes

Are You A Match For Your Hair?
- credits to superlita (taken from 101 hairstyle magazine)

OVAL FACE: ( Length equal to one and a half times width. )

An oval shaped face is the most desired for its perfect balance. Celebs that bear oval dimensions include Charlize Theron, Jewel, Uma Thurman and Julia Roberts. Ovals can wear an and look striking whether it's a shoulder-length cut with straight layers or a long, full curly look. Ovals look best with their hair pulled back. Ponytails look appealing on ovals for daytime and buns look classic at night. Wearing hair off your forehead gives you great profile symmetry, while bangs spotlight the upper part of the face like eyes and cheekbones. You've got a lot to choose from, ovals. Experiment and have fun!

ROUND FACE: ( Your face is as wide as it is long. This may vary a little, but generally the measure is close. )

If you have a round shape, you share the spotlight with celeb Dunst, Kate Winslet, and Drew Barrymore. This type of circular form looks good in cuts that narrow the face. If you want to go for a short-haired look, wear a side part or an off center part to contrast the circular form of the face. Beware of straight bangs which shorten a face, but you can sport curly, loose bangs to the texture. Rounds are flattered by hair below the chin or shoulder length and look best in long straight hair styled close to the face. Don't be afraid of height. A little height to the top adds a lot to that gorgeous round face!

OBLONG FACE: ( Longer than it is wide. )

Oblong faces are known for their long, narrow shape, which accentuates a sharp appearing chin. They look their best in hairstyles and cuts that compliment the top half of the face; filling out features liked the ears, cheekbones, eyes and sides of the face. Oblongs should stick to cuts that fall two inches above the shoulders, which explains why stars like Gwyneth Paltrow and Sarah Jessica Parker look more stunning with updos than long, straight hair. Add a wavy look for an overall fullness. Stay away from the middle parts, which bring out the chin. Go for a side part that droops low and drapes your hair across your forehead, which adds width to the face. Find a pretty barrette to hold the look together and knock em' out!

DIAMOND FACE: ( Widest at cheekbones, narrow forehead and jaw line of approximately equal widths. )

A round cut is ideal for diamonds. These shapes look best in the fullest styles, such as a graduated short bob, which drapes the chin or long, voluminous waves. ( Think Elizabeth Hurley ). Loose, wide bangs and wisps around the chin area are ideal for diamond faces, adding more fullness to the lengthy top half of the face.

HEART FACE: ( Narrow at jaw line, wide at cheekbones/and or forehead. )

The best style for heart shapes are chin-length or longer. Think chin-length bob! Side-parted hairstyles compliment the forehead. You may also want to try swept-forward layers around the upper face with wispy bangs. This creates a balanced look by giving fullness where you need it. You can wear even shorter styles, however if you are a dramatic heart shape you need to leave weight in the back nape area. This will achieve more balance between your dramatic cheekbones and more narrowing chin. As a general rule, avoid short, full styles that emphasize the upper face. Height at the crown and severe, slicked back looks won't work either. Just remember if you have a dramatic heart shape face like celebs Jennifer Love Hewitt, Reese Witherspoon, Ashley Judd and Juliette Binoche, you have great cheekbones to emphasize!

SQUARE FACE: ( Your face is about as wide as it is long. )

Holly Marie Combs, Demi Moore and Sandra Bullock are all pretty square facially, that is/ Since square faces have equal width length, it is important to choose a hairstyle that adds a fullness to the firm angled line of the jaw and brow. A middle part will magnify the square shape, so start with a side part, which adds curve and roundness. Just make sure to avoid straight bangs. Instead, wear bangs that are wisped and fringed, which softens the face. Now that you have the forehead wisps, thin out your jaw line. Square faces look best with hair curled under slightly below the chin. Add a little curl to your hair for some extra richness. Don't be afraid to cut some wisps close to your cheeks for more softness and appeal.

Menkoi Vs. Gatsby?

Many of you guys have always been wondering why do our products compare to the leading Japanese company, Gatsby. Simple. We are compared not only through packaging, label, but also through our products ability to make the hairstyle you want. In my opinion, I do not see why we are compared to their products because Menkoi is so unique in just about any way possible. Let me go ahead and explain everything to you. I just woke up thinking about this so please excuse my mistakes.Thank god for spell check!

Menkoi Packaging/Shipping: Many of the graphics are designed by Chris Halina, but we also have a wonderful graphic designer, Annie Zeng, whenever we are in need. We can say the packaging is simple, yet elegant. Menkoi hair waxes are packaged in a stainless steel 3" by 3" container that we purchase locally in Louisiana. The labels are all hand-placed meaning we do not use any machinery in Menkoi. We wrap the wax in clear wrap to give the feel of " bubble gum wrapping". The wrapping is meant for display and also to secure the wax from being damaged or expose to air for long periods of time. It is organic after all. Each package is checked to see if quality is perfect before we ship it out to the customers. We usually ship our products within 3-4 days but give us 1-2 days to make your product since we are "made to order".

Scent: Menkoi has been open since January 1 2012, buy has gotten some publicity. Mainly on the scent, as if its "something you would eat that's really good." Each product has a very unique smell due to the natural fragrance we used as well as the organic natural oils as we infuse all ingredients. The fragrance are all natural oils of course, nothing really that is artificial. Simple version. Our products "smell so good you would want to just eat it"- StillNotDavid. :)

Ingredients: Menkoi ingredients are certified organic and natural. Our supplier has been in business since 1987 and Menkoi trust their system and the products they produce for us.
By organic i mean :

1. Certified organic or pesticide free plants which were harvested in a sound, and sustainable manner
2. A lovely, tasty, effective and consistent product that exceeds customers expectations
3. A product that is proven safe through quantitative analysis

 We also have a mini herb area in our Menkoi lab that produces rosemary, theme, mint, as well as different fruits. We do use them and put them into the Menkoi products.

The list can go on and on.

Simple explaination: We do not use machinery. We are handcrafted. We do not use chemicals, only certified organic natural raw material.We want you to know each one of our product is a masterpiece and we believe we can change the hair product industry for the better. Not for us, but for the people and their beautiful hair.


-Chris Halina

2012 Asian Hair styles ( girls )

Boys haircuts trend will continue to sweep across 2012 as more and more celebrities in Asian is picking up this trend and accelerate in further for new design in 2012.

 Stylish pixie haircut is always the trendy trendy trademark for smart looking and attractive handsome looking ladies hairstyles. Slightly apply with different color like burgundy red or velvet red over traditional blonde pixie will have a better appearance in 2012.
 











These hairstyles can be achieved by using the Menkoi Matte Wax or creative Clay.

Menkoi CREATIVE CLAY

Menkoi Slick Fibre Preview!

Why Organic?

Why Choose Organic Hair Products?

Organic hair products have a few advantages over their synthetic counterparts, beginning with fewer harsh chemicals. By replacing synthetic ingredients with essential oils and natural cleaning agents, you'll decrease the risk of allergic reaction, irritation and serious environmental impact. When it comes to the consequences of using conventional shampoos, dandruff is just the tip of the iceberg—hair loss, eye irritation and the release of toxic chemicals like formaldehyde into the water system are real threats that come with non-organic hair products.

Since gentler plant-based, time-tested ingredients are used in place of uncertain chemicals, most organic shampoo and conditioner brands are also cruelty-free and many are vegan. As with organic skin care products, the fragrance comes from herbs and plants instead of synthetic perfumes, and the agricultural practices used to grow or harvest these organic plants are environmentally sound. Ultimately, choosing an organic hair care product shows your commitment to a wide variety of eco-friendly and socially responsible ideals.

How to develop a Natural Hair Care Routine

Unfortunately, organic hair care products are not subject to the same strict regulations as organic food or clothing, so it can be difficult to find a truly organic shampoo, hair dye or hair gel. Just one organic ingredient is all it takes for a brand to call its product organic; before you make your decision, there are a few ingredients to look for on the package that will indicate a chemically laced potion hiding under an organic label.

Certain common chemicals in conventional hair products have no place in organic products, and sodium laureth sulfate is one of them. It's used as a foaming agent, but can be very irritating and damaging to your skin and hair; plus, it mimics that hormone estrogen, so it can even cause problems like infertility and cancer. Natural shampoo, conditioner and styling products also avoid parabens, petrochemicals, solvents and silicone, all of which result in weaker, irritated hair and skin, and may even damage other organs. While there is no completely organic hair dye on the market, there are brands that use henna or natural plant dyes as the base, and these are much healthier choices for your hair care routine.

( credits to http://www.therenewableplanet.com/ I do not own any of this work. This is for information use only )

Achieve this hairstyle with...

Get this hair style with Menkoi Creative Clay. Enough Said. 

Asian hair Style 2012

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Menkoi Creative clay review

abstruseness:

So I decided to get a haircut, like really short. I just wanted a cleaner cut and something different so I got this. This hairstyle is Jisung’s hair from Protect my Boss drama. If I spike up the front, it’s the same hairstyle as Park Min Woo from Flower Boy Ramen Shop. I shaved the sides off and got the middle permed. It’s clean and sharp and I like it but at times I miss my old hair. Kinda unique since not many people would do it.

I used MENKOI clay wax this time not the organic one

I actually like both waxes. I feel like I get a different hairstyle when I use them. It’s because one of the wax is a softer wax feel while the clay wax has a hard feel to it. I like the strong feel but I feel like I get a better hairstyle with the organic one.

Style: 9.5/10

Smell: 10/10 (It’s a clay wax but it smells really good)

Hold: 10/10

Menkoi Creative clay review

MENKOI Creative Clay Review
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This is a much stronger product than the Matte Wax I used last time. I’m not a fan of the “loose shuffle” look cus it’s too flat. I like volume. Creative Clay gives me volume and hold without making my scalp feel greasy. It shapes spikes well, too. The end result is pretty similar to the purple Gatsby wax but the feel of the two products is very different. Purple Gatsby feels very dense, stiff and kinda heavy when you scoop it from the container. MENKOI C.C. feels less dense and much lighter. (This is just a mere observation in differences.) MENKOI smells delicious.. like green apples. Ultimately, I do not pick favorites when it comes to hair products. If they work, I will use them all. Gatsby works. MENKOI works, too. :)

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