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    How do I make my hair controllable?
    Janet Miranda
    Professional Hair Stylist & Makeup Artist
    Janet Miranda is a Professional Hair Stylist, Makeup Artist, and the Founder of Be.NYLA. With over 15 years of experience, Janet specializes in makeup and hair for advertising, commercial, editorial, runway, special events, television, and videos. She was trained at Vidal Sassoon Academy and with top hair and makeup artists including MAC Cosmetics and Redken. Janet has worked five seasons of New York Fashion Week and one season on Project Runway. She continues to add brands to her growing client list including Armani Exchange, Neutrogena, and Pantene. Janet’s work has been featured on CBS, Brides Magazine, 100 Layer Cake, Style Me Pretty, Green Wedding Shoes, Ireland Image Brides Magazine, and Elle Japan.
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    Expert Answer
    Your hair will be a lot easier to control if you get it trimmed once every 4–6 weeks.
  • Question
    Does using argan oil cause damage to my hair?
    Community Answer
    No at all. Argan oil is healthy for hair.
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    How do I stop my hair from being frizzy?
    Community Answer
    When drying your hair, use a cotton tshirt instead of a terrycloth towel as that can strip moisture from your hair. Avoid touching your hair as much as possible and allow for air-drying if you can. Standard advice would also include conditioning well and regularly trimming your ends.
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    How can I straighten my hair without a straightener?
    Community Answer
    Put lots of conditioner on. This will not only make your hair soft, but will make it somewhat straight.
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    What can I do to manage frizzy hair?
    Community Answer
    Put light and non-greasy oil such as almond oil on your hair to make it manageable. Use coconut oil if hair is too frizzy. Hair conditioners meant for manageable hair is preferred for your hair type.
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    What is the best shampoo to use for unmanageable hair?
    Community Answer
    Loreal shampoo is best for unmanageable hair. Try to get the one with the red and white label.
  • Question
    I have mid-thickness hair with no layers or bangs, and I keep it in a braid or similar hairstyle with the intention of keeping it neat at school or while I am sleeping. When I take my hair out of the braid to brush it, I can't get a comb through it. What else can I do to make my hair more manageable?
    Community Answer
    One thing you could do is apply spray-on conditioner. It makes the comb go through much easier, and gives your hair moisture. Another thing you could try is to dip your hairbrush in a bit of water.
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    How should I take care of my hair after taking a shower?
    Community Answer
    When your hair is damp (still wet but not soaking), apply a small amount of leave-in conditioner to your ends.
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    How can I flip my head upside down and instantly have a smooth, sleek ponytail?
    Community Answer
    Start using hair spray, hair serum, and other products to keep your hair smooth, sleek, and soft. Use a soft-bristled brush when brushing your hair as well.
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    How do I manage my hair if it is frizzy?
    Community Answer
    Apply lots of coconut oil and massage before shampooing your hair. This can make your hair smooth.
  • Question
    How do I get the things I need when I'm a kid?
    Community Answer
    Ask a parent if you can do extra chores around the house for allowance money, or ask neighbors if they would pay you to do odd jobs like yard work, dog walking, babysitting, etc. You could also ask for the items you need for your birthday, Christmas, etc.
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    What can I do about tangles in my hair, which is very curly?
    Community Answer
    Use leave-in conditioner. Never brush your hair when it's dry; it'll only break your hair.
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