The Most Copied Celebrity Hairstyle

At Real Hair by Clara we are always on the look out for the latest hair trends fresh from salons and of course from the red carpets. It was recently reported that Cheryl Cole's wavy brunette hair has made it to the number one spot in a study of the most copied celebrity hairstyles in the UK.

In second place for the most requested hairstyle was Holly Willoughby’s glossy honey coloured locks, according to hairdressers Toni & Guy.

In third place came Kelly Brook’s loosely curled hairstyle, with the Duchess of Cambridge’s shiny blow dried curls coming in fourth place.

Jennifer Anistons current layered hairstyle came in fifth place, her famous ‘Rachel hairstyle’ inspired a lot of women.

Cheryl Cole, a model for L'Oreal’ hair products, appears twice in the list, with her red/burgundy locks in sixth place.

Yet the singers locks have induced more than its fair share of disputes.

When Cheryl Cole appeared in the national advertising campaign for L’Oreal Elvive Full Restore 5 shampoo and conditioner, displaying her incredibly shiny hair, she was blamed for misleading fans as it came to light that her locks were achieved through £1,000 worth of hair extensions.

The Advertising Standards Agency in 2009 said they had received 13 complaints that the adverts were misleading, only to be rejected as the disclaimer about Cheryl Cole's hair was “clear and legible” on the advert. Just as controversial was the radical, backcombed hair style that Cheryl sported for the launch of her ill-starred career as a judge on the American X Factor in 2011.

Simon Cowell, who axed Cole from the show just two weeks in over “concerns over her image”, he told her after filming, “the crazy hair goes tomorrow”, according to Cheryl Cole.

The survey also uncovered that a third of women have asked their hairdressers for the same hairstyle and colour as their favourite celeb.

What’s your favourite celebrity hairstyle? Get in touch via our social media pages or alternatively email us at sales@realhairbyclara.com

New Treatment for Hair Loss

It has recently been reported by Cosmopolitan UK that L'Oreal have created a new solution to help "reawaken" damaged hair. According to the report approximately 6 million women suffer from hair loss in the UK due to poor diet, hormones and stress. 

The new product, Kérastase Densifique, reawakens dormant hair cells and allows them to grow. According to L'Oreal a 3 month treatment costing £300 will allow sufficient re growth for women who want longer and thicker locks. Thousands have pre ordered this treatment, so lets hope it works!! 

For those looking for a quick fix in the mean time, try our Flex Extend clip in extensions - All extensions have been created with real Remy hair and offer a natural longer, thicker look within minutes. For further information please check out our website: www.realhairbyclara.com 

Hair Extensions FAQs

Here at Real Hair by Clara we naturally receive a lot of questions about hair extensions, whether they are suitable for any hair, whether they will ruin hair and the best type of extensions to use. We thought it would be beneficial to share such questions (and the answers!) on our blog so that all readers can consult are FAQs whenever they like!

1. Do hair extensions damage your hair?

If the hair extensions are professionally applied, and the person who applies the extensions is professionally trained then the application process will not damage your hair. Following application it is up to you to abide by the salon's aftercare advice to ensure both your extensions and your hair are maintained to the highest quality. 

2. Where does the hair come from?

Hair extensions can either be made from real human hair or synthetic hair. Synthetic hair is therefore plastic and although this can be great for creating different colours and looks, there can be a few complications shall we say: The hair can melt when using hair straighteners or hair dryers. Real human hair provides you with the opportunity to create that natural look you have always desired. The hair is ethically sourced from Europe, India, Peru, Brazil and Asia and is provided by willing individuals. The hair is then treated before it is used for extensions. 

3. How long do hair extensions last? 

The durability of hair extensions depends on the supplier and the individual. We believe that here at Real Hair by Clara, the durability of our hair is greater than many of our competitors. Our wefted extensions will last 6 months. Our bulk and pre bonded hair will last 8 months. Finally our Clara couture range will last 12 months. Obviously the bulk, pre bonded and Clara Couture range are only available to salons as the hair needs to be applied by trained professionals. 

Individuals can help their extensions last longer by abiding by the salon aftercare advice. For example, brushing extensions carefully to not pull at the roots, using shampoo and conditioner specifically for extensions, and taking care when drying and straightening the hair. Your extensions will grow down from about 3 months after they have been applied, which often shows the bonds through your hair and ruins the natural look. However, your salon should re use the hair and reapply the extensions, especially with RHBC hair as the durability is a lot longer than 3 months!

These are the 3 main questions people consider when thinking about hair extensions. If you take care of the extensions then there is no reason why you cannot use them to achieve the natural, full look you have always desired! For information on our products or salons that stock our hair please contact us at sales@realhairbyclara.com

Summer Trends..

Across the UK we are finally beginning to see some sunshine following, what has seemed, the longest Winter on record. With sunshine comes fresh new summer hair, and at RHBC headquarters we like to ensure we keep you up to date with the latest looks to hit the streets and the salons!

This summer it is clear we are ditching the bohemian low maintenance look and are keeping our locks in tact with GHD straighteners and bobby pins. The Spring/Summer catwalks were fresh with straight hair and low ponytails and buns, where hair out of place was not really an option. The good thing about these styles is that you can go straight from the office to a night out and still be bang on trend!

For those with shorter locks, you can easily achieve this style by using Real Hair by Clara Euro Straight clip in extensions

For advice on colour matching please contact our sales team on sales@realhairbyclara.com

Our Latest Industry News:

REAL HAIR BY CLARA TAKES SALONS BY STORM

13 could be deemed as an unlucky number for some, but for Real Hair by Clara this year has only seen success for this high quality, unique hair brand.

Real Hair by Clara, a division of RHBCUK, manufactures beautiful, glossy, natural looking hair extensions, wigs and other products that are easily mistaken for ones own hair. All hair is ethically sourced and products range from 100% REMY Real Hair to 100% cuticle Hair. Each product is designed to make every woman feel strong, confident and beautiful by ensuring she is able to create the style she has always desired.

The brand places great emphasis on marketing products directly to salons via various mediums, and as such Real Hair by Clara products can not be purchased from retail outlets.

From the start of 2013 the Real Hair by Clara marketing team have approached various salons across the UK with promotional packs that provide details about each product including hair samples. Salon managers to date have found the prices extremely competitive and have praised the brand for the quality of the hair.  

Clara Alexander, CEO of Real Hair by Clara, is overwhelmed with the positive feedback received from salons, exclaiming, “I am so pleased and encouraged by the great feedback we have received about the Real Hair by Clara brand and the quality of our products. I have always dreamt of our products being used by salons, and remain positive that the durability and versatility of our hair and customer service will ensure the brand’s continued success.”

Salon account holders are provided with a personal account manager who looks after their day to day needs. Salons can order a various range of products from Real Hair by Clara, including bulk hair, clip in extensions, weft extensions and made to order wigs. The hair can be bought in different textures, colours and lengths to ensure they match a client’s natural look.

This is not the first bout of success for the Real Hair by Clara brand. At the end of 2012, the Harriet Wig was listed as a recommended product for cancer patients and alopecia sufferers by the NHS. Real Hair by Clara also stepped into a famous light by sponsoring and supplying hair for the Music Video Screen Awards, as well as for the most emotional wedding of 2012; the wedding of famous footballer Fabrice Muamba. The achievements to date are nothing but impressive and suggest that this brand will soon be entering salons on a national scale.

From July 2013, salons will be able to take advantage of Real Hair by Clara’s unique colour matching service by which hair extensions can be matched to samples provided. This service will be free to salons that open an account during 2013.  

For salons that are yet to receive a promotional pack and require further information please contact sales@realhairbyclara.com

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Our Doors Are Open to Reviewers...

At Real Hair by Clara, we recognise that customer satisfaction is one of the most important parts of our business model, together with supplying the highest quality products possible. Your feedback as our customers is extremely important to us as we want to ensure we always get our products, our service and our business model 100% right!

We are opening our doors to hair and beauty bloggers across the UK who would like to review our products. For these bloggers we will also dedicate the hair tips and trends section of our blog to your reports and reviews. For those that are interested and require further information about this opportunity please email us at sales@realhairbyclara.com

We look forward to hearing from you!!

Slicked Back Style

Looking for a little edgier hairstyle, then you might want to try the slicked back hair trend that is currently one of the most popular trends we’re seeing on celebrities. The style offers you a completely different option to the usual hair staples of ponytails and buns which you may wear every day. The good news is the style can be pulled off regardless of hair length, texture or colour. The style was extremely popular throughout the winter award seasons with big names such as Jennifer Lawrence, Jessica Chastain and Rita Ora all taking to the red carpet wearing the look.

We wouldn’t want the readers of our blog to miss out on this slick style and so we thought we’d prepare a little guide to achieving the perfect slicked back style.

1. First ensure your hair is slightly damp to begin. For best results, towel dry until slightly damp. If your hair is already dry then add some water to dampen it.
2. Using a comb not a brush, comb your hair from the front near your forehead to the back. Section it out to make it easier to remove any annoying knots there may be.
3. Using a wet-look gel apply to the front and sides of your head using the palms of your hands. Running the gel back, be sure to leave the back of your hair gel-free so that it falls back naturally.
4. With the gel now in the hair use your comb to comb the hair from front to back to create the slick lines the style is known for. Finish with a light layer of hairspray to hold in place and you’re done!

For those of you looking for a softer approach to the look then you might want to consider following Leighton Meester (see above). Using a strong hold hairspray in place of a gel replicate the steps from above, teasing the hair on top to create a fuller, volumised textured look as you bring it back.