Kim Kimble's Hair Tips for Fall

Kim Kimble is the genius behind the looks of Beyonce, Kerry Washington, Mary J. Blige, and countless others on the A-list. In the high-profile circle she moves in she has really got to know her stuff... so get your star-style look at home by following her straightforward advice on caring for your Fall Hair, and then scroll down to get her candid advice on caring for Weaves and Extensions. 

Big, bouncy 70’s hair is a great look for fall. To achieve, apply a thickening or volumizing product to wet hair. Blow dry with a round brush, creating volume at the crown. Use a large barreled curling iron to create curls. Finger comb through finished curls and set the look with a hairspray, such as Kimble Hair Care Systems Retrospective Workable Hair Spray.

Wavy hair is a great sexy look, and there are two easy ways to achieve it. If you have naturally curly or wavy hair or extensions, wash your hair and let it dry naturally. Once the hair has dried, use a double barreled curling iron to go over your curls. If you need a little help getting curls, wash your hair, apply a little leave-in conditioner (such as Kimble Hair Care Systems Leave-In Conditioning Styling Serum) and then wet set it. Once it has air dried, remove the rollers, and you will have beautiful waves.
Growing up in a family of hairstylists, I learned early to create my own homemade treatments and potions. Here is a recipe for a great volumizing mask: wet hair and then apply a mixture of egg whites, mashed bananas and yogurt plus a little honey. You will want to create steam (by running hot water in the shower) or use a heating cap so that the product melts down a little and coats the hair instead of just sitting there (it will be thick). Leave the mask on for about 30 minutes and then wash out.
-Kim Kimble
... Scroll down to read Kim Kimble's Weave Talk interview with the Style and Beauty Doctor

Weave Talk with Celebrity Hairstylist Kim Kimble

I recently had a brief chat about hair weaves and extensions with celebrity hairstylist Kim Kimble. Kim is the mastermind behind the styles you’ve seen on Beyonce, Kerry Washington, Shakira, and many more. Should you wear a weave or are considering one, definitely take notes.

The Style and Beauty Doctor: What are some tips for keeping your own hair healthy while wearing extensions? How do you prevent/take care of “weave itch”?

Kim Kimble: Keep the scalp fresh and clean by using a scalp treatment (like Kimble Hair Care Systems Scalp Relief). Detangling shampoos and conditioners (such as Kimble Hair Care Systems Untangle Shampoo and Untangle Conditioner) will keep the extensions from pulling on your hair. Silk pillowcases/bonnets are also a great investment as they will help keep your hair and the weave from drying out. The products will keep the weave fresh and smelling good. Be sure that when you wash your hair/weave, you let it air dry.

TSABD: After extensions get taken out, what are some tips on how to style/maintain your own hair? Sometimes it’s tough going from 20 inches of hair to 4 inches…lol. How do you get your own hair to not feel so thin after taking the weave out?

KK: Use some thickening products to thicken it up so that you feel like you have hair on your head. Thickening shampoos and conditioners, etc.

                                                                   
TSABD: How long should one keep a weave in?

KK: Six to eight weeks is ideal, but you never want to go past 3 months. The average person naturally sheds about 60-80 hairs naturally. If you leave the weave in too long, your natural hair will start to shed and you will have a big mess when you finally remove the weave.

TSABD: What are some upcoming weave trends?

KK: Clip ins, partial pieces, temporary extensions, straight and wavy textures, but there is an abundance of curly textures in the summer. In winter, there is more of a demand for more sleek and wavy styles.

TSABD: What are some tips for ladies using weaves/extensions to transition out of a relaxer?

KK: Wearing a full head weave with extensions – find an extension color or cut that looks best on a full head.

TSABD: What is the best type of hair to use for weaves/extensions?

KK: Some of my favorite hair types are virgin remi hair, Indian, Malaysian and yaki texture. However, when getting weaves/extensions, it’s extremely important to match the hair type to your natural texture to ensure the best and most natural look.

TSABD: Any tips on wigs?

KK: Find the most natural looking wig, have it cut and colored custom to your needs, and it will look more natural.

-Danielle, The Style and Beauty Doctor