Month: December 2019

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The 21 Best Hair Masks for Dry Hair

Dry, brittle strands might be a sign your hair needs some TLC, and weather conditions during the colder months could be making it worse. Enter hair masks. Although all hair types can benefit from a good mask, these deep-conditioning, nutrient-rich formulas are especially great for dry hair, which can more easily split or break at the follicle.

“Hair masks and treatments are a great way of nourishing and softening dry hair, especially in the winter,” says Sacha Mitic, hairstylist and co-founder of haircare line Sachajuan. Like face masks, hair masks are not necessarily for everyday use but as an added step when you notice your hair could use a boost. “Start by masking once a week, and adjust frequency depending on what your hair needs,” recommends Mitic.

These 21 masks deeply condition even the most parched strands so hair looks and feels softer, shinier, and hair-commercial healthy.

This super-creamy formula from celebrity hairstylist Kristin Ess’s line clocks in under $15.

Kérastase is known for its hair masks, and this one is formulated exclusively to treat dryness.

With an intensity somewhere between a conditioner and a weekly mask, this in-between formula repairs and moisturizes without weighing down finer strands.

Devotees swear by this avocado-rich formula. At $3, you’ll be hard-pressed to find better results for a better value.

This nutrient-rich formula is safe for all dry hair types including chemically treated, relaxed, and keratin-treated.

Ouai founder slash celebrity hairstylist Jen Atkin polled fans on Instagram to find out if they preferred their mask in a tub or a tube. Tube won, and the popular, super-softening Treatment Masque was born.

Yep, this spray-on mask is applied onto dry strands, not wet. The “bond-building technology” works while you sleep to restore hair.

This one-minute mask proves deep conditioning doesn’t have to add extra time to your routine.

This clean formula relies on quinoa protein to help strengthen hair while shea butter, coconut oil, and avocado oil seal in moisture.

This made-for-you formula flips the traditional order of things. You apply the mask first to damp hair, then shampoo it out to reveal refreshed strands. Plus, each mask is customized to fit your hair type’s needs.

This mask harnesses the power of manuka honey along with shea butter and other natural ingredients for ultra-hydrating results.

That’s right—a sheet mask for your hair. The steam from your shower is what takes its hydrating properties to the next level.

Made with nutrient-rich goji berries and vitamin E, which helps protect hair with each use.

The name comes from its three key moisturizing ingredients: olive, meadowfoam, and sweet almond extracts.

This mask is made with the brand’s signature argan oil, and it’s offered in travel size and individual packets so you can get your mask on anywhere you go.

Safe for color-treated hair, super hydrating, and great at smoothing frizz: check, check, and check.

This cult-favorite formula derives its deep-conditioning powers from a combination of olive and avocado oils.

This deep treatment is formulated for curly hair, which is often prone to dryness.

Not only does this treatment mask smell like a spa, but it packs major hydration punch thanks to a patented deep-moisture complex featuring buriti oil.

Oats are the star of this overnight mask, which is worked into hair before bed and rinsed out in the morning.

If you’re in need of a color refresh, each of these masks is tinted to enhance color-treated hair. The longer you leave it on, the more intense the color will be.

Looking for more hair saviors? Up next: 10 Iconic Hair Products—and Their Super-Affordable Drugstore Dupes.

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These 19 Nail Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2020

Since you’re reading Who What Wear, it’s probably safe to assume that you enjoy keeping up with the latest and greatest in fashion and beauty. Even if that’s not the case, odds are you like to experiment with your personal style every now and again, and what better way to dip your toes—erm, fingers—into a new trend than with your manicure? Taking a new nail color, design, or technique for a test drive doesn’t have to be a major commitment, which is why we’re excited about experimenting with a bunch of exciting new nail trends in 2020. 

Of course, as Who What Wear editors, we don’t just follow the trends—we discover them. Thanks to four of our favorite nail industry experts, we’re pretty sure these nail trends are going to be making waves in the next year (and new decade) to come. So whether you’re a classic French manicure devotee looking for a subtle way to change it up, enjoy experimenting every time you visit the nail salon, or prefer to go the DIY route at home, our experts have predicted 19 nail trends that should definitely be on your radar. 

Keep scrolling for incredible nail art inspiration, subtle new shades, sleek designs, and even a few technical innovations to keep an eye out for according to the professionals behind buzzworthy brands Olive & June, Mazz Hanna Beauty, Jin Soon, and Varnish Lane. These women definitely know what’s up when it comes to the latest and greatest in nail care—just don’t forget the top coat!

For early 2020, Sarah Gibson Tuttle of Olive and June says we can expect to see metallics continue to dominate our feeds. “Everything from warm rose gold to icy platinum,” she predicts. 

Celebrity crystal manicurist Mazz Hanna agrees, predicting we’ll see a variety of different hues with pearly metallic finishes. “It’s been a while since frosty colors have been on trend, so I predict this making a comeback in a big way.” 

Editorial manicurist Jin Soon Choi predicts that yellow will see a major comeback due to its “undeniably young and fun spirit.” Eva Chen, pictured above, sported a bright yellow Jin Soon shade for the 2019 Met Gala. 

Lauren Dunne, co-founder and CEO of Varnish Lane, predicts that dark greens are going to be big in 2020. “It’s a shade that people weren’t comfortable wearing for a long time, and they’re just now realizing that it’s an extremely universally flattering shade that gets tons of compliments.” 

For spring, Tuttle expects to see shades reminiscent of a garden party. “We are in a sage, sunny yellow, and pinky lavender mood,” she explains. “Adding a higher concentration of white into shades really makes the color pop.” 

Hanna predicts that pastel nails will be back in a big way. “It feels like a natural progression of the latest ’90s craze,” she explains.”Think Hard Candy–inspired colors with glossy topcoats.”

Dunne also predicts that we’ll start to see “soft orange” colors replacing the typical corals that Varnish Lane clients gravitate toward in the spring. 

“We’re so excited to see classic blue chosen as the Pantone color of the year for 2020 because we already see this color becoming more popular for nails,” says Dunne. Jin Soon Choi agrees, noting that blue is definitely an It color for next year.

“I used various nudes during the 2020 fashion week shows for Tibi, Phillip Lim, Alexander Wang, Coach, and Longchamp,” recalls Choi. She recommends experimenting by using nude alone, nude/ombre, and nude in a matte finish for a cool spin on the nude trend.

Matte manis are definitely making a comeback according to Tuttle. “Matte topcoat has become one of our most requested products as of late,” notes the Olive & June founder. 

Choi is excited to see vibrant ’80s colors back in the mix, with fun designs or a different color on each finger as seen during several recent fashion shows.

“With the upcoming and much-anticipated election happening in 2020, I suspect that people will turn to their tips to support their political views,” says Hanna. 

Olive & June clients are still not over the ombré mani. “I think we’ll see this design trend transition from a different shade on every finger to a more subtle two or three shade ombré,” explains Tuttle. 

According to Hanna, negative-space manicures never go out of style, but she suspects we’ll be seeing even more minimalistic designs in 2020. 

“We’re taking cues from our favorite jewelry brands and incorporating subtle swipes of metallics into our manis,” says Tuttle. This is a clever way to compliment your favorite ring stacks. 

This is not your grandmother’s French manicure! “For 2020, instead of a traditional crescent, we’ll see new tip styles such as heart shapes, double Frenches, and asymmetrical placement,” says Tuttle. 

Hannah agrees, noting that we should expect to see more variations in the tip color and width of line work on the nail tip as pictured above.  

Choi concurs, sharing, “Simple nail art, such as tweaked versions of French manicures and halfway negative space, confetti, and one big dot on each finger will be popular.” A lot of artists used this modern style of French nail art during the NYFW S/S 20, as seen above at the Rag & Bone show.

Tuttle says she is looking forward to applying color theory to create more nuanced and custom colors. “We’ll see the layering of polishes to give even more dimensionality to shades,” she explains. Try layering a metallic under a barely there sheen for a subtle glow from within that works year-round. 

Creating products that really work is a priority across the beauty business as we head into the 2020s. Tuttle shares that the Olive & June team is working on a few new treatments and looking forward to creating even more products that are truly innovative (like its patented universal polish bottle handle, pictured above) in the coming decade. 

Hanna is super excited about Orly’s Builder in a Bottle product, which she says has totally changed the nail extension game. “It makes gel nail extensions super easy, which is great because it’s a much healthier alternative to toxic acrylics.” 

Poly gel is the latest nail tech invention that has caught Choi’s eye. “It’s a breakthrough nail enhancement that can be applied as an overlay or used to sculpt a full set of nails,” she explains. “The enhanced formula delivers strong, flexible, feather-light nails—it is astonishingly light on clients yet stronger than hard gels,” she raves.  Additionally, Choi predicts that gel nail stickers with fun colors and designs will continue to grow in popularity, longevity, and shine as seen above on Choi’s client. 

When it comes to the biggest trend in nail care, Varnish Lane is already leading the way. The Washington, D.C.–based salons are setting the standard for waterless nail care. By eliminating water, a main source of infection when getting a manicure, they have created a much safer service for clients. Additionally, when hands and feet are soaked in water, they become waterlogged and are not able to absorb any other moisturizing products. Furthermore, nails also expand in water, which causes polish to chip prematurely. If all of this isn’t convincing enough, waterless manicures save up to 15 gallons of water per service, making it much more environmentally friendly than the traditional treatment.  Saving the planet’s water supply one manicure at a time? That’s something we can all support in 2020. 

Up next: Anna Wintour Says These Are the 8 Biggest Trends of 2020

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Referee Leaves Game With Head Injury After Kofi Cockburn’s Celebration

Kofi Cockburn’s celebration of an and-one turned into a head injury for referee Lewis Garrison.

College basketball referee Lewis Garrison was forced to leave Illinois’s upset of No. 5 Michigan after being hit in the head by Illinois big man Kofi Cockburn. 

After successfully completing an and-one play under the basket, Cockburn pumped his arm in celebration of the late-game play. Without the freshman seeing, Garrison came up from behind the basket and made contact with Cockburn’s arm. 

After being hit in the head, Garrison remained on the floor on his hands and knees with his head down. Cockburn was concerned for him and immediately attempted to help him up.

Garrison left the contest with just over three minutes left in the game. Illinois held on to defeat Michigan, 71–62. Cockburn finished with 19 points, 10 rebounds and four blocks. 

No further updates have yet been provided about Garrison’s status.