Innholdsfortegnelse for 2016 i DRUM Hair

IT’s true what Confucius said, “Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life”. I can’t recall when I became interested in hair and beauty but I know it’s something that’s excited me since childhood. Had I not chosen the path of being DRUM’s beauty editor and now editor of this amazing magazine, I would probably have been a professional hairstylist! Hair has become more than just something we want to grow long, it’s become an extension of our personalities – loud and bold or serene and confident. Through it, we express our feelings and attitude. In this edition of DRUM Hair we bring you wonderful style inspiration and information. There’s great advice for gym bunnies (page 70), naturalistas (page 58) and…

BLACK hair is beautiful and versatile. Rapper Queen Latifah put it perfectly when she said, “Having black hair is unique in that black women change up styles a lot. You can walk down one street block in New York City and see 10 different hairstyles that black women are wearing: straight, curls, short cuts, braids – we really run the gamut.” The likes of Nandi Mngoma and Lupita Nyong’o have inspired a natural hair journey locally and internationally that’s being documented on blogs and other forums. While women who wear weaves or relax their hair love their look and the versatility they get from extensions and relaxing. But the subject of hair has led to some major debates and strong views have been voiced with hashtags such as #TeamNatural or…

IT’S hard to imagine this style icon and singer as a tomboyish teen, her look deliberately rugged and unkempt. She refused to take fashion and beauty advice from her mom, Monica, and it seems even then, Robyn Rihanna Fenty was going against the tide, making up her own rules. “I was very much a boy in my style, my demeanour. I loved being easy with my clothes. I loved wearing hats and scarves and snapbacks (flat-bill baseball caps) on my head. It was my way of rebelling,” she says. All that changed when she turned 16 and got her first weave. It was for a rather special occasion – the then unknown Barbadian beauty was heading to America, about to audition for Jay Z, then CEO of Def Jam Records.…

TSHOLO Maphoto, a mom of two from Pretoria, knows just how to keep daughter Sabeera’s hair looking pretty for crèche every day. She says it isn’t easy but keeps a simple routine that works for the three-year-old – and her mom. MOM SAYS How easy is it to get Sabeera ready for crèche? Sabeera is not really troublesome when she has to get ready, she even picks her own clothes, but when it comes to her hair she is not always happy for me to touch it. How do you usually style her hair? Most of the time I just leave it in its afro state. I have to wash or wet it to get it soft for combing every day. It’s also important to use conditioner after washing the…

STYLIST SAYS This hairstyle is neat enough for school but it’s also chic for when she’s hanging out with her friends at the weekend, says hairstylist Zola Ngejane. TIPS ◗ To maintain the look, spray and base the scalp with a good hair oil or hair butter. ◗ Give the hair shine with a light oil sheen spray every third day or as needed. ◗ This style can last between seven and 14 days. TRY THESE PRODUCTS Sofn’free Oil Moisturiser R23,95, Perfect Choice Oil Sheen Spray R21,95, Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil Edge Control R56,95, Revlon Realistic Special Feeling Crème Butter R29,99. Boitumelo Morake Age 16 From Soweto Hairstyling cost R200 “It’s very stylish – my friends are going to be so surprised because when I left school my hair…

STYLIST SAYS Dreads are hassle-free – you don’t have to worry about breakage or growth all the time, says hairstylist Zola Ngejane. You also don’t have to worry about your next style for a few weeks. TIPS ◗ Although dreads are strong, they still need to be washed, treated and conditioned. ◗ Spray your dreads every second day with dread spray and base with oil or hair food. ◗ This style can last three to four weeks. TRY THESE PRODUCTS Stylin’ Dredz Anti-Itch Spray R52,95, Jabu Stone Multi Purpose Spray R25,95, MPL Sure 2 Gro Hair Oil R28,95, Ladine Mould-Dreads Moulage-Dreadlocks R102 “I feel beautiful. I don’t think I looked this amazing even on my wedding day! My family will be so surprised! ” Sibongile Buthelezi Age 53 From Soweto…

STYLISTS Smangele Sibisi and Mimi Duma, Urban Zulu Natural Beauty Salon, Johannesburg When did you begin working with hair? Sma It started when I was nine years old. I would use my grandmother as my model. It then grew into a passion and a career. Mimi I was already making my own pocket money doing hair in Grade Three, but I only studied hair in 2006. What kind of hair do you specialise in? Sma I’m an all-rounder but my main speciality is dreadlocks. Mimi All types of hair. I serve all nations! What’s your proudest hairstyling moment? Sma The day I was chosen to style on stage for the first time. It was in August 2012 at the Coca-Cola Dome (now the Ticketpro Dome) for the Africa Inter-national Hair…

◗ Cover your hair with a towel, not a shower cap, if you shower at gym. A towel keeps moisture at bay while a cap may trap it, Heidi says. She adds that if you love the sauna, save it for either the day before or on the day just before your next hair appointment. ◗ Make sure your hair is completely dry after your gym session before you style it. “Sweating will make your hair heavy and difficult to style and can build up an unpleasant odour,” Faith says. ◗ Keep clips, ponytail holders and pins to style your hair into a funky up-do after gym. ◗ “Use an edge control product to keep your hairline smooth,” Faith says. ◗ “Cover your hair with a soft cotton scarf to…

STYLING TIPS: THABISO MABE OF HAIRART TABS, PRETORIA YOUR HAIR KIT Make sure your hot new cut stays on point by stocking up on products that will make styling quick and easy and will keep your hair nourished and shiny.…

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BOITUMELO Thulo, better known as Boity, is beautiful in a honey-brown wig when we meet her, the same wig she was wearing when photographs of her made the front page of numerous newspapers the day after the 2016 J&B Met in January. We completely get why the camera loves her – the combination of the daring Quiteria & George gown she wore to the event, her fabulous hair and hazel eyes made her stand out. She also turned heads in 2015 at the Vodacom Durban July where she wowed in a black jumpsuit with a cape, scarlet lips and cornrows that flowed into side braids. We could reminisce a bit more, but the point about her gorgeousness is made and we can’t wait to chat to the actress and presenter.…

I love SHORT HAIR – it gives confidence to black women who have it. It’s stylish and nothing is as beautiful as a woman with natural hair. I love braids too, they show simplicity and I like that. – Mkhuseli Vangile A woman with NATURAL HAIR is very sexy and very attractive; girls with fake weaves, eyelashes and nails are really confused in my opinion. – Thobani Mseleni I don’t have a preference, hair is a way of expression. But as long as it’s CLEAN and has no odour. Weaves make it uncomfortable to run your hands through your lady’s hair as you come across some tracks. – Nzuzo Dube I’ve always loved a natural afro and DREADLOCKS … but ladies are starting to wear their weaves very nicely these…

1 2007 MIMMI This is an edgy twist on the timeless bob. The feathered tips add a lovely lightness. LUCY The dark colour highlights her skin tone and brightens the green in her eyes. Love it! KENNETH The style and colour goes perfectly with the shape of her face. The cut is also layered very well. 2 2008 VANISHREE Short, fashionable and low maintenance, this cut can be styled in so many different ways. MIMMI Perfection in a pixie cut! The height of the style with her face shape is spot on. LUCY The cut accentuates the lines of her neck giving her length and the colour suits her skin tone. 3 2010 VANISHREE The colour is vibrant and warm and because it complements her complexion, it doesn’t look artificial.…

Hairstylist Ntombomzi Lekgoro specialises in children’s hair, colour, natural hair styling and weave installations. She is mentored by Jawad Maphoto, owner of Lajawi Beaute Café in Johannesburg. What’s most important to remember when dealing with children’s hair? Children’s hair is very fragile because it’s at its purest form. Make sure you don’t pull too much, especially when combing and plaiting. It’s also important to use products that are formulated for children’s hair or very gentle, which will help to make the hair softer and easier to handle. What products do you recommend for children? I’ve used the Mizani True Textures range, especially the co-wash (a conditioner-based wash), African Pride Dream Kids Olive Miracle Soothing Moisturising Braid Spray and products from the Sofn’free n’pretty range. I find these products are nourishing…

STYLIST SAYS This style needs to be sprayed with a moisturising spray every second day, says hairstylist Smangele Sibisi. The scalp can be based with hair oils and the afro part of the style can be combed using an afro comb. TIPS ◗ Use a silk headscarf to wrap around the hair when going to bed to prevent the hairpiece from tangling. ◗ This is also a good style for anyone with a natural afro. ◗ The style can last three to four weeks. TRY THESE PRODUCTS Easy Waves Curl Activator Gel with Glycerine and Oil Sheen Comb Out Conditioner Hairspray R25,95 (for the pack), The Perfect Curl Style & Define Cream R250 (part of set), Mizani Rose H2O Conditioning Hairdress R181, Garnier Ultimate Blends Nourishing Repairer Balm R69,95 “This…

FOR many of us, sitting in the salon getting our hair relaxed or having our hair braided or weaved is the norm. It may not even occur to us that rocking our natural hair is an option until we really need to. But more and more women are taking this route. These three natural sisters followed this path and found that while it’s not easy, and not for everyone, it can be worth it. SERATI MASEKO TAKING THE LEAP... After years of relaxing her hair, Serati decided to go natural at the age of 16. “At the time I didn’t know what ‘going natural’ was, I had had just too many bad experiences with hair salons, hairstylists and relaxers. I decided I had to try something different,” she says. “I…

MORE and more women are loving their natural hair. There’s so much fun to be had with it – from blowouts, afros, s-curls to perms and finger waves. But it doesn’t come without challenges as curly hair tends to be dry and frizzes easily. The Revlon Realistic Special Feeling range has been specially designed with this in mind – it’s the ideal choice to keep natural hair happy! 1. RETAIN CURLS Revlon Realistic Special Feeling Revive and Repair Hair Créme Butter is enriched with shea butter which moisturises the hair and reduces itching of the scalp without weighing the hair down, so your curls stay on point. It also restores and revives damaged and lifeless hair and can be used on all hair types. 2. BODY AND SOFTNESS Revlon Realistic…

DINEO MOEKETSI ACTRESS, SINGER AND TV PRESENTER Dear hair, Knowing your texture, I’m glad you got relaxed very early in life. It’s really painful to comb you when you’re coarse. I do, however, wish we’d nourished you the proper way instead of slathering you with oil moisturiser – but we thought that was best at the time. I’ve always wanted you voluminous so I’m taking steps to see if you can grow that way. Being black means length is an obsession and while I love your current length I’m hoping to see a difference in growth once the effect of healthy oils, correct shampooing, conditioning and treatments kick in. I’m really sorry about all the times the wrong relaxer was used on you and burnt you. I’m also sorry about…

STYLING TIPS: MELFORD HLABOLA OF MELFORDMELFORD DIVAS HAIR AND BEAUTY STUDIO, ALBERTON YOUR HAIR KIT Unless it’s a colour wig, looking after hair that has been dyed means putting in some extra TLC to keep it healthy and shiny. Here are our top picks to care for colourful tresses.…

BRAIDS This style is so versatile – no wonder women love braids TEYONAH PARRIS is the queen of natural upstyles on the red carpet and these jumbo goddess braids swept up into a high bun are all about Hollywood glam. The Mad Men actress is a natural hair inspiration after deciding to stop relaxing her hair in 2010. Local star KHANYI MBAU is rocking braids in this year’s hottest colour – grey – while actress ZOLA NOMBONA sweeps her braids up into a look that can go from the red carpet to lunch with the girls with ease. Singer JANELLE MONÁE has dropped her trademark pompadour but remains a bold stylista opting for two long braids for a unique look at the 2016 Grammys. “I’m an ideas type of girl,…

GOING, GOING, GONE! JENNIFER HUDSON The Oscar winner first chopped off her tresses in 2013 and kept it versatile with curls and blowouts. “It’s so easy!” she said at the time. “I get to explore myself and find my new swag with this! You know, it changes your wardrobe, your style...” Late last year, J-Hud surprised her fans when she posted pictures on Instagram of an even shorter ‘do – a cut she says was inspired by the iconic ‘80s model and singer Grace Jones. The 34-year-old mom shaved her hair herself and says it suits her busy schedule. “Who needs hair, when u serving face!” the star shared with the Instagram snap. Love! FABULOUS FADE NANDI MNGOMA The singer and TV presenter absolutely rocks the high-top side fade, also…

“I’ll try as many styles as I can at least once ” FOR as long as she can remember, her hairstyle has been dictated to her by other people. As a child her styles were decided by her mother, as it was for so many of us. “I remember having short hair when I was about six years old,” says TV presenter and model Keitumetse Noinyane aka K Naomi. “I was always teased that I looked like a boy!” she recalls. Next was braids, which lasted for most of her childhood, growing up in Mafikeng in the North West. “I swear I had braids on all the time because they were my mom’s favourite hairstyle on me. That’s basically all I knew – braids and cornrows,” she says. When her…

BANTU KNOTS It can be frustrating for parents to constantly come up with different styles for their little ones. And it’s not easy – children generally don’t like having their hair done. We love this easy and cute solution. STYLIST SAYS Bantu knots with plaits and colourful fasteners are one of the best and easiest hairstyles to maintain for a child, says hairstylist Mimi Duma. It doesn’t require a lot of pulling which is good for their fragile hair and young scalps. TIPS ◗ Base the scalp with virgin oils such as olive or coconut. ◗ Use water in a spray bottle and a detangling cream when removing the fasteners and Bantu knots to avoid irritation. ◗ This style can be kept in for up to a week. TRY THESE…

STYLIST SAYS Cornrows are great for the hair because they are a protective style, says hairstylist Smangele Sibisi.While she has them in, she can wash, treat and condition her hair. TIPS ◗ Base the scalp using hair butter or hair food. ◗ Use braid spray to help relieve the tension and moisturise the hair when needed. ◗ Pin an accessory to the hair to add a bit of sparkle. ◗ The style can last three to four weeks. TRY THESE PRODUCTS Hask Argan Oil Conditioner R129,95, Sta-Sof-Fro Braid Hi Sheen Hair Polish Spray R37,95, Afro Botanics Super Hair Growth Hair Crème R70, Easy Waves Coconut Hair Food R8,95 “I love how little I will have to do to my hair when I get ready for work. It’s perfect for a…

TUCK ’N ROLL All it takes is one accessory and three easy steps to get this gorgeous hairstyle and an instant new look for a special occasion... STEP 1Style your hair into a side parting and place a headband around your head. Your hair should be under the band and the band should fit snugly. Starting from one side of your head (above your ear), tuck your hair up and around the band. STEP 2Continue tucking from both sides until you reach the back of your head. STEP 3 Tuck in the hair in front and neaten so the top of the band shows and is placed comfortably. TIP This style is also the perfect quick fix for when you haven’t had time to curl or blow-dry your hair. CELEB…

SHE was an exercise junkie and you’d find her at the gym nearly every day of the week. But it was not easy with a long weave to take care of and Lwanele Mabece (26) from Centurion eventually got to the point where she dreaded her next gym session. “I got so frustrated I stopped going to gym for three months straight!” she says. “When I went back, I would actually do shorter workouts, scared that sweating would ruin my style.” We can definitely relate to Lwanele’s experience. Going to gym after an expensive blowout means leaving with a frizzy mess or if you go in with perfectly coiled curls it’s likely you’ll leave with a bushy mop. Sweating in an already humid environment sees many women choosing to rather…

FOR many of us, a good weave or wig gives us an opportunity to express ourselves. A new piece can mean the start of a fresh chapter in our lives, make us feel and look confident and is just an all-round exciting purchase. But for some, wearing a weave or wig is a necessity – to cover up the painful secret of a receding hairline and bald patches. Balding is a common and often confidence-crushing problem and no one is immune – celebrities such as Naomi Campbell and Serena Williams have been spotted with receding hairlines and bald spots. Causes range from genetic conditions to medical issues such as a thyroid imbalance, dietary deficiency and medication. But a common dilemma (and one that lies more in your control) is traction…

WHEN it comes to showing off a fabulous new hairstyle, we say there’s no such thing as overshare. After all, online is a vast space in which we can not only debut our latest look but also find endless inspiration, advice and keep up with ever-changing hair trends. We caught up with five social media stars who are making their own rules when it comes to hair. KEFILWE MABOTE My hair is my biggest accessory. It says a lot about my personality. My style preference is long, loose hair which I think speaks volumes. I usually switch it up every two to three weeks with a wash twice a week. The best hair advice I can offer is to always take good care of your natural hair under all the…

STYLING TIPS: MELFORD HLABOLA OF MELFORDMELFORD DIVAS HAIR AND BEAUTY STUDIO, ALBERTON YOUR HAIR KIT Let’s face it, weaves are high maintenance. Between visits to the salon, have the right products to make caring for your hair and scalp as easy as possible…

STYLING TIPS: THABISO MABE OF HAIRART TABS, PRETORIA YOUR HAIR KIT Natural hair is very versatile and with a variety of styling options, comes the need for a variety of care products. We’ve got you covered…