This issue's fashion stylist, Chloe Ruffell, mentioned to Mwaah that she had always wanted long hair as it had always been difficult to grow hers. So we sent Chloe off to Options Hair Salon in Elsenham where Ann Fegan and Sarah Debham worked their magic to amazing effect. Extensions are great for lengthening and thickening natural hair, just as Chloe wanted, and they are perfect for those suffering with hair loss. But they are also worth considering for adding colour and low lights where hair is too sensitive for traditional colouring methods. Options uses the finest quality European hair and…

The pony is making a comeback. So says Jessica Hogan at Vogue.com ‘Hair was pulled back into a nonchalant pony at Alexander Wang, boyish at Max Azria and relaxed at Diane Von Furstenberg. It was then given a final seal of approval at the pivotal Marc Jacobs.’ Back at Mwaah, 17 year old Katie Coe shows just how simple it is to achieve the Autumn 11 look.

What is this Brazilian blow-dry, then? In a nutshell: It is a semi permanent straightening treatment that gives you smooth, shiny, frizzfree, manageable hair that lasts for months. Naturally curly girl, Adriana Potts, explores the latest hair treatment in town. How is this possible? ‘Well, unlike traditional relaxers and straighteners, the Brazilian blow-dry doesn’t involve a harsh chemical process that breaks down the hair and changes its structure. It is based on the hair’s natural protein, keratin,’ explains Tracy of Eden Hair Group in Bishop’s Stortford. The old treatments irreversibly modify the hair’s natural keratin by using products with very…

  Before you start looking for your perfect salon it’s well worth giving a moment’s thought to what you want. Are you after a relaxing spa like experience or something more down to earth? What services do you want and how much are you looking to pay? Finally how can you be sure the staff are trained professionals and that you’ll be treated like the star you are? There are quite a few ways to find a salon; Word of mouth  Take a recommendation from a friend or a friend of a friend. Pros: They have visited, or know someone…