Article: Your hair is made up of a protein called keratin. Keratin is also found in eggs, which is why this mask is excellent for strengthening your strands. Mix 1-2 eggs (depending on the length of your hair) with about 1 tablespoon (15mL) of fresh aloe vera gel. Completely coat your locks and allow it to soak in for 10-15 minutes. When the time's up, rinse the mask out with warm water. Adding protein to your hair too often can actually weaken it, so limit your use of protein treatments to once or twice per month. Fenugreek seeds aren't just good for your health, they can remove and reduce dandruff while thickening your hair. Soak 2 tbsp (22.2 g) of the seeds in water for 8-10 hours, then blend them in a food processor to create a thick paste. Apply the paste to your hair. Let it sit for 30 minutes, then rinse it out using the water the seeds soaked in. You can find fenugreek seeds, also known as methi seeds, at health food stores or online. Natural oils, especially olive, coconut, and jojoba, help to strengthen hair and promote growth. Massaging the scalp stimulates the hair follicles, helping them to produce hair. Combine these by warming 1412 cup (59118mL) of your favorite oil to a comfortable temperature, then massage it into your scalp. You can additionally let it set in your hair for 30 to 60 minutes before rinsing it out, or you can just leave it in your hair without rinsing if desired. To gently warm the oil without risking a burn, place the oil container in a bowl of hot water for about 3 minutes. The nutrients and antioxidants in fruit aren't just great for eating. They also help to add thickness and shine to your hair. Make a mask out of fresh fruit by combining half of a mashed avocado and half of a mashed banana with 1 tbsp (6 g) of grated orange peel. Cover your whole head in the mask and leave it on for 20-30 minutes. Rinse it off, then shampoo and condition as you normally would afterward.
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Make a protein mask if you want to strengthen your hair. Coat your hair in a fenugreek paste to thicken your strands. Give yourself a hot oil massage to stimulate your scalp. Create a fruit mask to pack your hair with vitamins.
Article: Your potential photographers will bring along a portfolio of their pictures to the interview. It's important that you spend plenty of time looking through this in detail with your partner. Ask the photographer to give some context for the pictures, including asking about the style used, and the type of wedding it was. The portfolio is a crucial document that gives you the best idea of what sort of style you photos will be getting. The pictures will have been carefully chosen to represent what the photographer considers her best work. Ask yourself if the pictures in the portfolio move you, or you think they capture the magic of the wedding. Be sure to ask if the production values on the pictures in the portfolio are the same as in the deal you are discussing. Spend some time looking back through the notes you made during the interview to help you decide. These notes are a record of the interview that can give you a good idea of the impression you got from the photographer. You can compare the scores across the different shortlisted candidates with your partner, and evaluate their relative strengths and weaknesses. Price will no doubt be a factor in your decision, but try to think carefully about the value of these photos to you. It will be hard to value them quantitatively, as they are a record of the biggest day of your life, which you will always look back on. You will want a photographer that will capture the emotion of the day, as well as all the key moments. Some people recommend putting aside at least ten per cent of your wedding budget for the photos. Don't rush the decision, and try to weigh up all of the different factors, including cost. You will use the interview in part to determine the technical skills and style of the photographer, but it is also an invaluable opportunity to assess her soft skills. Think about how personable the photographer is. If you take a disliking to her for whatever reason, this could create a negative dynamic or atmosphere on your big day. Keep in mind some basic questions, and discuss your response with your partner after the interview. Ask yourself simply if you liked the photographer. Do you trust them to handle all the pressures and stresses of a wedding and still deliver great pictures? Do you feel comfortable around them? Will your friends and family be able to relax and have a good time?
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Examine the portfolio. Evaluate your interview notes. Consider the value of the photos. Think about how personable the photographer is.