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When hair is the crown - Hair Styling A hairstyle is more than just a self-confidence crown that you

  • Writer: Darin Kanjanarot
    Darin Kanjanarot
  • Feb 21, 2023
  • 4 min read

Updated: Feb 24


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"We can no longer deny that each 'hairstyle' can incredibly express each person's identity." Because, in our opinion, hairstyle is a weapon that can represent our rank, culture, values, or even our personality that we want to show without worrying about what others think of us. Do you, the listener, believe that "when talking about or referencing in any way," hairdo is the first thing that comes to mind when someone considers altering fashion styles?"

(The audio transcription was translated into English from Thai)


These days, we cannot deny that a person's "hairstyle" can disclose a great deal about who they are. Because, in our opinion, hairstyles are a weapon that we may use to express our social standing, values, or even our personalities without worrying about what other people may think of us. Do you think that "when talking about or referring to anything," people's hairstyles are the first thing they bring up when considering changing their fashion sense?


The other person may frequently lose their confidence or personality if someone believes it is "just a little problem" or "let it go." Consequently, it's a lot of fun to style our hair in various ways and to have a hairstyle that works for us.


Hair styling: what is it? Hair refers to a hairstyle that is a part of the human scalp, though occasionally hairstyles may be found on the body. As we all know, styling is the process of making anything represent who we are or developing a distinctive personality while following a trend. As a result, hair styling involves arranging hair to complement people's appearances as much as possible. In actuality, this can brilliantly represent the mindset of each region.


Braided hair, which dates back 30,000 years, is most likely the oldest hairstyle. Women were required to always maintain their hair in a tidy manner. Hair was left straight and long to the middle of the back until the Roman and Middle ages. The 15th and 16th centuries required a wide-open forehead to convey strength and allure. Hair ornaments like pearls, hair covers, or, in the 17th and 18th centuries, a pouf that allowed for unrestricted hair styling could be utilized to create a tall, imposing appearance. Even placing trash on one's head is regarded as a sign of social standing. Alternatively, tokusatsu, a European-influenced hairstyle popular in East Asian cultures like Japan, is a good way to identify the social standing of the nobility during the Meiji period. It involves tying hair up high and upside down.


European men in the 15th and 16th centuries disliked having hair that hung over their shoulders. Extremely short hairstyles from the Roman to medieval periods. You may need to put it aside if you wish to be somewhat trendy. However, the majority of men's issues stem from early hair loss, therefore they use We could now style our hair they wanted, including curling or applying powder to our hair like ladies, although our hair might not be as sassy or flamboyant. Periwigs, also known as wigs, were invented during the reign of King Louis XIII of France, which caused their popularity to expand throughout Europe. But as time went on, it decreased, thus having short hair and a beard.


Even though we just provided you with a brief overview, it helped us recognize how different cultures are represented in haircuts. In order to stay up with the times, people attempted to create hairstyles, but they also had to utilize body-harming products. Let's examine the nature of the hair styling sector.


Our lives were made easier by the publication of fashion magazines, the development of barbershops and beauty salons, and the indication of social class when individuals sought to style their hair to match their clothing or accessories or to eliminate the trouble of doing so during the day. Thus, it is not odd at all to have a hair-styling business


.First, we will discuss the range of equipment available, including hair dryers and curling irons, which were first created utilizing hazardous substances Queen Elizabeth I dyed her hair crimson, which is how the borax used to produce henna was invented. During the Baroque period, hair in the desired colors—pink, white, and orange—was created using potassium lye and sodium hydroxide. Bleaching also began during this time. In order to make hair color, the punk dye known as SYNTHETIC HAIR DYE uses paraphenylenediamine (PPD). The first commercially available hydrogen peroxide was discovered, and it is safe to use.


The reason is straightforward: hair dying gained popularity in the 1960s, when these cultures first emerged. The profession of hair colorist was established during this period when a hairdresser by the name of Daniel Galvin invented hair colors, including highlights, for the first time. Madonna, Princess Diana, and British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher are among the well-known customers. 


Regarding the wigs, they were first created from ponytails and then dyed to make them practical and user-friendly. However, synthetic fibers can now be readily used to make wigs. Additionally, they may be styled or ironed using a specific amount of heat. Real human wigs can be dyed or cleaned to the user's preference, giving them complete confidence and a realistic-looking hairstyle. 


In terms of hair care, some oils nourish the hair, including olive and almond oils, as well as synthetic materials that make the hair smooth soft, and less dry. Shampoo has the potential to become an incredible flea remedy, and these days, hair-nourishing products are worthwhile purchases.


A career in the hair industry is therefore not at all simple. Hair stylists, beauticians, barbers, and colorists must deal with a lot of chemicals that are bad for your health. However, if it increases people's or customers' self-confidence and positive personality, we think it's a great thing in our lives if someone has a modest item that brings them joy every day.


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