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Several studies show this need serves at least two important purposes. First, it helps us believe that we can shape outcomes and events to our liking. That is, the more in control we feel, the more efficacious we feel about achieving the outcomes we desire, and this sense of competence boosts well-being. Control also feels good because it makes us believe that we aren’t under someone else’s control. In one study of an old-age home, researchers gave the members of one group control over which plant to grow in their room and which movies to watch....

** 1. Ginger Bread Hair Like pumpkin spice is not just for lattes in the fall, ginger bread is not just for cookies. This season give your hair color a festive update. To complement your new dye job, get a haircut to accentuate your face. Opt for face-framing bangs with layers for volume and wear one of our favorite hairstyles for over-50 women. 2. Wet Hair Trend Anyone that loves the wet hair trend can have definitely give it a go no matter their age....

NYFW Trend Spotting: 14 Bob Hairstyles with Hats NYFW Trend Spotting: 14 Bob Hairstyles with Hats 1. Beanie + Baby Bangs Think your micro fringe can’t handle being covered up from time to time? Think again. The humble beanie is again proving to be a street style staple worth its chops, especially when paired with an equally daring fringe. There’s no rocket science involved here either: Simply give your strands a refresh with some dry shampoo sprayed at a 12” distance to evenly disperse (we like Dove Refresh+Care Detox & Purify Dry Shampoo), and tug on that beanie, making sure the edges of your fringe peek out to frame your face....

However, this style isn’t new. For years, the silk press, which involves using titanium flat irons and lightweight shine serums to achieve a silky and shiny effect, has been the method to achieving silky finishes on straight hairstyles, specifically for women of color. Anyone can achieve this shiny look on their hair, no matter what style or hair type you have. From straight hairstyles to updos, this look can be created on any style you choose....

I’ll caveat this by saying that none of these tricks are exactly groundbreaking, but what may be any given weekday for some might be a life-changing experience for others. I for one am more of a blowdry-and-done kinda gal, and trust when I say that these gave me much more confidence to switch up my everyday glam. Scroll on: ** 1. The Straight Pull Best for: poker-straight, paparazzi-shiny hair...