The hair type system developed by Oprah Winfrey’s stylist, Andre Walker, is a good system to use. It breaks hair down into grades 1-4, with 1 being the least curly (straight) and 4 being the curliest (coils). Subcategories A-C indicates the width of the strands.
Air drying – is it better?
Many people swear by leaving their wet hair to dry naturally instead of using a hair dryer. While it’s true that the heat from hair products can sometimes be excessive, it’s not that straightforward.
This is because wet hair is more elastic and vulnerable. Leaving the hair wet can cause hygral fatigue (excessive swelling), according to trichologist Stephanie Sey.
A better solution is to use a heat-protective spray and then set your hair dryer to a low setting. As the hair gets progressively dryer, you can gradually increase the heat. If you want to take extra precautions, shop for a hairdryer with in-built technology for damage prevention.
A Legal System Slow to Change
As illustrated by barrister Dr Charlotte Proudman, in her piece for The Independent, changes to UK law in relation to crimes that disproportionately affect women have been excruciatingly slow; marital rape was not recognised as a crime until as recently as 1992, while coercive control – an insidious form of family or relationship abuse that can see the lives of women limited significantly – was only criminalised in 2015.
Indeed, the criminalisation of coercive control was a key driver behind the quashing of abuse victim Sally Challen’s murder charge. Without the eventual recognition of coercive control, Challen would have served life – and if the legal system was quicker evolved, she may not have spent the 9 years she did behind bars. This is an extreme example, but one that illustrates a wider issue impacting the proper litigation of everything from discrimination to high-profile criminal cases.
Impact on Victims – and Potential for Revictimisation
Naturally, the slow uptake of necessary revisions to UK law in this way has had corresponding impacts on victims, whether discriminatory behaviour or violent crime based on their gender. Trust in the legal system is low, and victims of discrimination are less likely to come forward as a result.
Not only is this the case, but there are also occasions in which victims readily open themselves up to scrutiny in court and fall victim to further discrimination; barrister negligence claims usually concern the giving of inappropriate or illegal advice concerning civil claims, a subset of which is the advice on civil disputes regarding gender discrimination.
The story is about a lot of different things that happen to a lot of different people. As things keep getting worse and worse, it just can't get any more exciting.
I am going to suggest that you watch this movie, and if you are debating whether or not you should, let me assure you that you should absolutely give it a shot. You will enjoy it, and you will acquire a great deal of knowledge from it, ranging from the inner workings of politics to the ways in which society may be so disorganized that individuals can become disoriented amidst it all.
So I wore a short to work today, and despite wearing double pantyhose underneath, my mind kept telling me it wasn't appropriate, but I was like, "It's Friday, and all I want to do is work and enjoy the rest of my day." I know that we are all allowed to express ourselves and wear what we like, but I think that dressing well to work is necessary.
Well, let me know in the comment section below with your honest answers, please.
These shorts can be purchased from Femme Luxe, the top from Primark, and the shoes from T.K. Maxx. Its simple look got me thinking, about whether it was work-appropriate or not.
The start of the new year is a time of change. The change from deep winter towards spring. And for many of us, a decision to work on the one thing we’d like to change in the coming year.
If you’ve chosen to keep your home tidy as your New Year’s Resolution for 2023, you aren’t alone. That’s because it’s something that many people struggle with. And this fact becomes painfully evident immediately after the season of gift-giving.
With this in mind, we’ve written this short guide to cleaning up your living space. Keep reading to find out how you can keep a tidy home in 2023.
Priorities
Many people avoid tidying their homes because they don’t know where to start. Instead of procrastinating, you should start by tackling the area that bothers you the most.
Often, these are spaces that are used frequently and by many people – such as hallways, living rooms, and even kitchens. This is especially true if you live with multiple other people or if you have children.
Make the most of awkward spaces
Homes come in a variety of shapes and layouts. Regardless of the peculiarities of your home, it’s essential you make the most out of its space if you want to keep it tidy.
This might seem unrealistic, especially if you have a lot of awkward spaces around your home. But you might be surprised what you can achieve with a little ingenuity.
For example, you can use floating shelves in awkward nooks, install a built-in wardrobe under your stairs, or get multi-functional furniture that doubles as storage space.
Declutter
Getting rid of old items you no longer need is one of the easiest ways to tidy up your home. And there’s no time this is more true than during the months following Christmas.
Between unused winter coats, beat-up winter boots, and food items you won’t use in the new year, you’d be surprised at just how much space you can free up.
Create better habits
Routines play an underappreciated role in keeping your home well-organized. So, if you want to keep your home tidy over the long term, you’ll need to build new habits.
Set up weekly times to conduct the activities most crucial to keeping your home tidy – whether it’s processing posts and papers, changing décor, or reorganizing your wardrobe.
If you want to take your tidiness to the next level, you can even set up daily habits – for example, quickly tidying each room before you leave it.
Keeping mess under control can be challenging. Yet it’s well within your power to keep a tidy home – especially if you follow our tips above! Which can you get started with today?