#and the champagne wet hair looking gel slick

[blorbocedes]

27th nov, abu dhabi grand prix 2016, nico rosberg celebrates with wife vivian after winning the driver's championship, by clive mason

one of the hottest and iconic championship winning wag photos imo, especially the absolute size of Vivian's rock and the way they're holding each other

[hom3landr]

Actirasty

18+

Life with him is rarely perfect but there are moments so full of love that you nearly choke on it.

Birthmark concept courtesy of @blindmagdalena

You can’t help but giggle as he nuzzles into that tender spot where your neck meets your shoulder. He’s so warm and the loose strands of his hair tickle as they brush your skin, still a little stiff from that gel he slicks it back with. He’s softened but still inside you, come leaking around the edges from where he’s filled you past the brink. You wiggle in his grip as you try to maneuver the two of you away from the quickly growing wet patch on the sheets. He nips at you, frustrated that you aren’t staying in place for him to properly cuddle.

“Johnnnnnnnn,” You whine. He just huffs and holds you tighter, as though he’s trying to meld the two of you into one being. It would break your heart if you weren’t stuck in the puddle of come from your lovemaking.

“Whaaaaaat?” He replies, petulant voice mocking yours. His hips shift against yours and if you weren’t so utterly exhausted, you’d be tempted to give in to the heat slowly building up between your legs. As it stands, you think if you do then you won’t be able to walk for the next week. Although it’s not like Homelander would mind one bit. He’d love to keep you in his bed forever.

“My ass is all sticky. Can’t we shift just a few inches to the left” You ask, playing with the hair at the nape of his neck. You’ve learned that you can get him to do practically anything as long as your hands are in his hair. He purrs like a lazy lapcat. How could he ever scare you when he melts in your arms so easily. It makes you feel like you have champagne in your veins instead of blood.

“Hmmm…I dunno babe. You really wore me out. I just don’t think I have the energy.” He drops more of his weight on you, causing you to cough and smack at his shoulder. He’s impossible and he’s so close that you can feel his body shiver as he chuckles softly. You want him so fucking bad that you curse your human stamina. You think you might actually die if you don’t fuck him stupid, turning his self-satisfied giggles into wanton moans.

“I’m serious!” You wheeze out. He lays on you a half second more before taking pity on you and rolling to the side. You want to cry when his cock leaves you, his come now spilling freely between your thighs. Before he can cause any more mischief you roll to the side as his arm tucks you in tight against him. The sodden sheets stick to your skin for a moment before you’re laying on the wonderfully dry side of the bed. You look at his face only for your heart to tighten painfully at the earnestly lovestruck look on his face. You’ve never been the subject of such rapt attention. You’re worried that loving him is like looking head on at the sun, the light bound to blind you eventually. You’ve already grown used to the smell of iron on his suit after a patrol.

Without your brain even being aware of making the decision, you graze the birthmark on his hip with your fingers. His whole body trembles and he lets out a petulant little huff. It doesn’t even take a second for his cock to twitch, already starting to swell against his thigh. His eyelids flutter and you swear he blushes. It always flusters him something stupid when you pay it any attention. You don’t know how much he used to view that mark as an embarrassing imperfection.

“I’m going to fuck you unconcious if you keep that up.” He intends it as a threat but you view it as a temptation that you’re more than willing to give in to. Unfortunately, you really don’t think your overworked cunt would survive another pounding. He’d already fucked you full five times this evening. He barely gave you a chance to catch your breath before sinking back into your tender pussy and sliding his fingers against your clit. So despite your mind screaming at you to give in, you remove your fingers from his hip.

You intend to quip back at him but when you open your mouth all that leaves is a loud yawn. He exhales fondly before placing a soft kiss on your forehead. He mutters something too low for you to hear before tucking you tighter against his chest, sighing happily at the way you intertwine your legs with his.

“Attagirl,” He coos as he traces gentle circles on your back. He hopes you realize how much he loves you because it’s almost painful how badly he wants to feel you shiver around his cock one more time. You’re lucky he has such incredible restraint. He goes to give you one last kiss before he pauses. A soft snore reveals the fact that you’re already asleep, your slow and steady heartbeat like a balm to his soul as he soaks you in.

He knows deep deep down that he doesn’t deserve it but for fuck’s sake he’s earned it. After the universe kept him alone for so many years, he considers it his due that he found you. He’ll never ever ever let the universe take you back.

[neesieiumz]

Arrived Together {Shoto Todoroki x OC}

Summary: Onyx and Shoto's relationship has been the recent talks in Japan's pro hero world. I wonder what juicy details are a part of their relationship? At the private Hero Gala, surrounded by friends, what will Onyx say?

A/n: This is my first commission! It's actually for a close friend of mine! The request was for a drabble that was about 2k - 2.5k, but I may have gone over a little. If I go over, it's no extra cost! So I hope you enjoy this commission

Commission me! Requests are open!

Word count: 2.8k

[WARNINGS: NSFW, smut, 18+, praise kink, blowjobs/face-fucking]

“Say Onyx, don’t think we didn’t notice you and Todoroki arriving together?”

Onyx stopped mid-conversation with Tsu, who was currently talking about the difference between two beach cities and where she could open her own agency. She turned to her smirking, pink alien friend. Her usual wild hair was straightened for the event and slicked back into a low-rise bun. Mina leaned back into her chair and crossed her dress in her pink silk slip-on dress as she stared down her friends, whose cheeks were currently on fire from being put right in the spotlight. The four of them were currently at a private hero gala together, where the talk was all about the half and half hero and warm-hearted ice princess arrived together.

“Well?” Mina questioned her as the rest of them leaned towards her, all with sly smirks on their face.

Onyx felt the already burning flames on her cheeks heat up, even more, crossing her legs as she looked away. As she looked towards her left, she just happened to lock eyes with a certain bi-hair colored, top pro-hero, who was currently sipping on a martini engaged in conversation with Izuku and Iida. Once the two of them saw each other, locking eyes with each other. Shoto simply gave her a knowing smile and nodded both his head drink towards her. Onyx simply smiled back at him, even going him a little wave with her fingers. Shoto simply quirked his eyebrows before getting called back into the conversation by Izuku. Onyx gave off a smile to herself, turning back to her friends only to find their smirks a little wider. They glanced between her and Shoto, their smirks only widening. Onyx glanced in between her friends and simply swallowed the rest of the champagne from her flute, ignoring the way her friends are looking at her.

“You’re seriously not gonna say anything about the two of you? Seriously? Nothing?”

Onyx sighed, leaning back into her seat as a waitress came over to their table and delivered another round of champagne for them. They all thanked her properly before picking up a whole flute of the sweet, bubbly alcoholic beverage. Onyx took a short sip, savoring the flavor of the bubbly touching her tongue and going down her throat.

“How long has this been going on between the two of you?” Toru asked her next, leaning forward.

Onyx’s tongue shifted around in her mouth, her jaw moving from left to right. She glanced around at her friends who were so eagerly awaiting her answer. She narrowed her eyes before taking another long sip of her champagne. She then rolled her eyes, playfully of course, and gave off a small smile.

“We’ve been seeing each other for about 8 months.”

All of the girls squealed, making Onyx jump, nearly dropping her glass. They all surrounded her even closer, talking over themselves about all the different things pertaining to her blooming relationship. Bringing up questions about how they figure out they liked each other, what the first date was like, etc. However, the one thing that stood out over their words, and all their questions, came from Mina.

“Have you two, well you know?” One could hear the smugness overflowing in the tone of her words.

All of them quieted down, simmering in anticipation as those words left her mouth. Onyx, who was taking another sip on her drink, choked as the question landed in her ears. She coughed, hitting herself in the chest to clear her throat. Tsu immediately handed her some napkins, which she took, cleaning up around her chest and her mouth before placing the glass back on the table. She turned to her friends, exasperated. They just gave another sly smile and waited for her answer. Onyx took a deep breath, the memories from a few nights ago slowly faded into her mind.

“Right there, baby?”

It was late at night and the both of them were currently in his penthouse after a very successful and fulfilling date night. They went to an expensive restaurant, one that Yaomomo mentioned in passing to Shoto. The two of them dressed up and went, having a wondrous time being completely in their own little bubble. Away from the world. After the elusive date, they went home, only slightly buzzed from the expensive wine that they both indulged in. It was only fate that they now found themselves in Shoto’s master bedroom. The room was rising in temperature, moans and groans filled the room as naked bodies entangled with each other and within the sheets. The both of them were laying on their side, with Shoto spooning Onyx from behind. The lean, yet muscular man used one hand to lift up her leg, while the other caressed her breast. Hips rocked with each other as Shoto thrust into Onyx, relishing in Onyx’s whines.

“You know, I asked you a question?” Shoto mumbled in her ears, rocking his hips even deeper inside of her.

Onyx’s body curled back, grabbing at Shoto’s red-and-white locks.

“Yeah- yeah, right there,” she moaned, bracing herself at the electrifying tingles that filled up all her senses.

Shoto smirked in her damp skin, taking in the smell of her expensive perfume being sweated out. He groaned at the way Onyx clenched down around her, enchanted by the way she moaned his name, how she cried for him to go deeper, to go faster. How she begged for him to make him cum. Her whimpers, her sobs, her pleads, only enchanted him more.

‘God, you feel so good, baby. Look at you, so eager to be ruined by me.” The way he whispered sent even more electric sparks and shivers down her spine.

Onyx took a deep breath, the feeling of heat almost overwhelming her. The way Shoto’s devoured her neck, as he caressed and massaged her breast, how he immersed himself in her. It was all too much, it was overwhelming her, overwhelming her senses. All she thought about was Shoto… Shoto, Shoto, SHOTO. Choking on her spit, she cried in immense pleasure as he rammed himself even deeper, basically folding her body in half. Tears fell from her eyes from everything she was feeling, all the pain, all the pleasure that overwhelmed said pain, the search of her legs as he opened her leg ever wider, so she could take him even deeper.

“Taking my cock like the good girl you are, fuck you are amazing.” He gave off an extra sharp thrust to prove his point.

She gasped at the pressure, before melting at his words. Sliding her hands down from his head, turning her head as much as she could as she pulled him for a kiss. A deep, tongue-fighting, tongue-twisting kiss. They yearn for each other, to be closer, closer than they already are. She basically swallowed his tongue as she tasted a multitude of different things, wine from the dinner, peppermint from the gum, he was chewing, and he also tasted of her essence from he had just buried his face between her thighs. His lips ravished her own as his thrusting became erratics, indicating that he was close. At the same time, she could feel that coil already beginning to tighten within her. She let go of the kiss, taking in deep breaths as her fingers began to dig in his face.

“Shoto. Shoto, Shoto,” she repeated, the feeling of her orgasm now overtaking her.

Her pussy squeezed and clenched around him. Making him groan, snuggling himself into the crevice in her neck, where it and her shoulder met. She cried out in pleasure, feeling him leaving love kisses, and nips all across her neck once again. He focused on that sweet spot, the orgasmic feeling that was slowly building now skyrocket. With the loudest cry, she made that night, her whole body tensed up. She grasped at the strands of his hair as she squirted, wetness landing all on her inner thighs as well as his thighs and hips. At the same time, Shoto slammed his lips with one final thrust, filling her up to the brim. He groaned loudly into her neck, mumbling the words “good girl” over and again. Onyx was gasping for air, her body relaxing and slowly going lax.

Shoto slowly pulled out, holding Onyx by her hips, as he laid her on the bed. He got up, in all his naked glory, going to his bathroom and grabbing a couple of washrags, wetting them in the sink. He walked back to her, climbing back on the bed, peeling back her legs, and going in with the rag. At the same time, Onyx took the other rag in his hand and began to wipe down the front of his body, from his v-line and lower. The two of them locked eyes and couldn’t help the giggle and chuckle that escaped the both of them.

She cleared her throat, before taking another sip of her alcohol.

“I am so not obligated to give you that information.”

They all giggled at her answers before demanding for her to spill the beans about her most recent escapades. Onyx just giggled and just pushed them away, trying to avoid all the questions they had about her private life.

“Excuse me, ladies,” a familiar, slightly monotone voice called out from behind them.

Onyx turned around only to find the man of the hour, Shoto Todoroki, standing right behind her. He leaned down, placing his broad hands on top of her shoulders. The action caused her cheeks to burn, touching her cheeks with her hands. Onyx looked up at the man, whose hair was currently slicked back gel, only making him that much finer.

“I need to borrow her, and I doubt I’ll be able to return her.”

Her eyes widened at his deep voice as he grabbed her empty hand, pulling her out of her seat and pulling her to the secret exit they planned for all the heroes who wanted a secretive leave. Onyx could hear all of her friends’ wolf-whistle behind her as he led her outside. The cold air nipped at her skin as he led Onyx to the private valet. Shoto handed the man standing there his keys, waiting until he disappeared into the dead of the parking lot. Once he was gone, Shoto pulled Onyx by her hips, pushing up against her front with his own. He leaned down, capturing her lips with his own. Onyx sighed, relaxing his hold and kissing him back just as hard. She reached a hand behind his head, touching the space behind his ear. His hands slowly trailed down her waist, gripping at her butt. Onyx gasped, smiling in the kiss. She could feel him smirk in the kiss as the two of them could hear the familiar engine revving up. Onyx stepped back from him, a sliver of spit connects their lips together before falling.

The valet driver parked the car right beside the two of them, getting out of the car and handing the keys to Shoto. He wished the two of them goodnight, before going back to his post. Shoto led Onyx to the car, opening the passenger side of the car. She smiled at his chivalry, stepping and sliding into the car. He ran around the front of the car before getting into the driver’s side. He slid into his seat before turning the car on and swiftly driving away from the venue. As he turned down the street, Onyx could feel his rough hands slowly trial up and her thigh. The light touches feeling like electricity against her bare skin. She shifted in her seat, her breath hitching as his hand continued going up to her thigh, slowly going under her dress.

Onyx bit her lip, narrowing her eyes straight at Shoto’s thighs. Smiling while biting her tongue gently, she leaned to her left a little before placing her own on his thigh. Onyx could feel Shoto tense up, so she glanced at him only to find him glowering at her, an eyebrow raised. She smiled smugly before slowly moving her hand up and down, similarly to the way he was stroking her own thigh. Shoto looked Onyx up and down one more time, before turning back to face the road. Onyx slowly crept her hands up his thighs, moving inch by inch, centimeters by centimeter. The car began to pick up speed, the tires screeching as he turned the down corner sharply. Onyx licked her lips before resting her hands right on top of his clothed hard-on, giving it a slight squeeze. Shoto’s breath hitched, his breathing shaking a little as she gave his clothed cock another squeeze. He hissed, shifting around in his seat.

Onyx took a deep breath, looking around as a basically empty freeway, only a few cars and they were either too far ahead and too far behind them. She looked back at Shoto, who was giving her an apprehensive look. Onyx just winked at him before slowly unbuckling her seat belt. She then basically dove into his lap. Her body laid across the console, wincing slightly at the corner digging into her side. Once she felt comfortable, she looked up at her boyfriend of eight months, who just glanced down at her as she fiddled the zipper. Onyx smiled, a rush of power flowing through her as she slowly unzipped his dress pants. She opened the front of his boxers, and slowly grabbed his hard-on, stroking up and down the thick cock. Onyx licked her lips as she looked on at her hand going up and down at various speeds. Smirking at the way Shoto groaned, seeing him throw his head back in pleasure. She then gave the tip of his dick a wet kiss, which caused his grip to loosen on the wheel almost causing the car to swerve off the road.

“Fuck!” Shoto cursed, putting both hands on the wheel, straightening out the car.

Onyx smirked, before giving the tip a kitty-lick, getting a taste of the pre-cum seeping out of his slit. Shoto hissed, his dick twitching in her hands. She continued to lick all around the tip, before going up and down up down his shaft. She savored his taste, licking and tasting at the pre-cum the seeped out of his tip. Onyx took a deep breath, spreading more soft, wet kisses along with his cock. She ran her tongue along the underside of his length, before taking him as deep as she could with her mouth. She swirled her tongue around his cock, moving her head in a slow rhythm. Shoto gasped, his tongue lolling out as his hips bucked up in her mouth. The sudden movement startled her, causing Onyx to choke and cough around him. That’s when she could feel the car stop, turning off completely, before feeling his hands bury themselves with the curls and coils of her hair before completely burying his cock inside of her mouth. Shoto groaned at the feeling of her throat, her hot, wet throat completely surrounding his cock.

“Fuck, that’s it... Take it like a good girl,” he whispered, moving a stay coil out of her face, “fuck, your mouth feels so fucking good.”

Onyx could feel wetness seeping in her panties, her pussy clenching at the sound of Shoto calling her his “good girl” again. Her body wiggled, shifting her knees, as she moved her head with his hands. Onyx could feel her eyes water at the stretch of his cock, how it hammered at the back of her throat. His eyes fluttered close, his hips now moving, and rocking erratically in her slobbering mouth.

“Oh fuck, fuck, fuck! Fuck, take it just like that! ”

Onyx’s body convulsed at the way he praises, feeling her pussy twitch at the deep growls in his words. She reached down to fondle his balls, squeezing and tugging at them. The action caused him to let out a quick yelp before pulling his hand out of her hair and using it to cover his own mouth. His moans were muffled by the back of his hands as his hips bucked up one last time. His cocked twitched once, twice in her mouth before his white, salty cum spilled in her mouth. She tried to move off his cock but he just held her down, his hand still having a tight grip on her hair. Having no choice, Onyx swallowed the cum as much as she could, the tangy, salty taste leaving an aftertaste. Shoto relaxed, his dick slowly going soft in her mouth as he slowly released her and her hair from his death grip. Onyx took a deep breath as she sat up, leaning back into her seat. The two of them, breathing very hard, stared at each other. Onyx reached up to wipe the excess spit and cum streaked near her mouth.

“Let’s go home?”

Onyx turned around in her seat, kicking off her heels as she leaned back.

“Yeah, let’s go home.”

[barchiefanfiction]

can you do a prompt where betty and archie go on a best friends vacation and finally talk about everything and archie being super overprotective over betty in a big city

five souvenirs from Archie and Betty’s trip to NYC

by @kinselllas

archie’s white button down

It starts with game of Truth or Dare. They’re strolling down the sidewalk downtown when Archie prompts her with “Truth or Dare” and she only snorts in response. They had traveled together before, as children, but always had chaperones present. Archie always wanted to play truth or dare, and Betty always went along with it, because it was Archie and, well—

“How old are you?” she asks, but he raises his eyebrows anyway.

He’s waiting for her decision.

She rolls her eyes and says, “Dare.”

A smirk plays on Archie’s lips as he contemplates his command, taking in their surroundings. He doesn’t have to give it much thought.

“I dare you to jump into that fountain,” he says, pointing to a large decorate fountain a block away.

See, Betty’s problem is that she’s always had too much pride to turn down one of Archie’s dares, and she always always answers his truths. As they approach the fountain, the floor is covered in shimmering coins, a million wishes left behind. Water is shooting from a few of the statues and really, there’s no one around so she has no choice.

Betty swallows, a nervous thought, before stepping into the freezing cold water. She’s showered with rain from the fountain and gives Archie a proud grin. He never expects her to go through with the dares, and she almost always does. He gives her a small, approving nod.

“And are you going to join me?” She asks, dress soaked from the water.

“No way,” Archie shakes his head, “You can get arrested for that.”

He gives her playful grin and Betty bites the inside of her cheek, contemplating her next move. She holds her hand out to him, and huffs her frustration.

“Great,” she says, an eye roll. ��Can you help me out?”

Archie offers her his hand and Betty takes it, stepping onto the ledge of the fountain and jumping into his arms. He doesn’t hesitate catching her, and as he does her wet clothes seep into his own dry ones. Archie erupts into a fit of laughter, dropping her to her feet and taking in his soaking clothes.

“That was a good one, Cooper,” he concedes, and they fall in stride down the sidewalk again.

When the night breeze picks up, Archie pulls his own shirt off and drapes it over Betty’s shoulders.

She packs it in her suitcase when they leave.

a coaster from holland bar

Betty slides into a stiff high-top and props herself up on the bar. Archie’s chest rests behind her back, his arms on either side of her. Although she’s sporting her best push-up bra, Archie insists she put her  breasts away so he can order their drinks on his own.

“Coors Light,” he says, confidently. “And—“

“Bourbon,” Betty finishes, “Neat.”

Archie meets her gaze, and she thinks he’s going to laugh. Her order so unexpected it’s almost humorous. But he swallows it, and throws his card down on the bar. The bartender eyes them both before taking the card and swiping it through the machine. She takes a careful sip, and it burns all the  way down.

“Never took you for a bourbon type of girl,” he says, a grin.  

“Tall Boy makes me drink them,” she shrugs, “At Whyte Wyrm.”

She swears she catches him rolling his eyes then, and excuses himself to bathroom. Betty’s sitting comfortably on her own when a couple of guys approach, hair slicked back with gel. One of them is wearing thick rimmed glasses and suspenders. The music is blaring around them, but she can still make out their voices.

“Hey, blondie,” one says, a smirk. “Buy you a drink?”

Betty shrugs, a nod to her almost full glass. “I’m good,” she says over the music.

“Let’s finish that one,” the other guy says, stepping closer. “And start on number two.”

Betty feels her muscles tense, body stiffening under their gazes. They’re too close, and it’s too loud, too hot. One of the men puts his hand on her waist and Betty jumps, pulling away.

“I’m really not interested,” she says as sweetly as she can, and the other corners her against the bar.

He tells her, “It’s just a drink.”

“She said no,” Archie steps in front of them, blocking Betty from either one.

They both jump back slightly at his tone, and even Betty is a little taken aback by his authority. Her stomach stirs at the gesture, somewhere between want and affection.

“Didn’t know she was taken,” one of the guys says and Archie is practically on top of her body.

“Well,” he shrugs, “She is.”

They grumble a few words before stumbling away, and Betty is eternally grateful for the distraction. She takes another sip from her bourbon and feels the burn slide down her chest. Archie gives her a wordless nod and she meets it with her own. He drags her out of the bar and Betty follows without question.  

They’re standing in the alley when Betty asks, “Truth or Dare.”

Archie says, “Truth,” but he’s gauging her reaction.

Betty swallows at the sight of him, the genuine affection in his eyes.

“Truth,” she repeats, “Do you wish you were on this trip with Veronica?”

Archie doesn’t answer, but he’s shaking his head, stepping towards her until her back hits the brick wall of the alley. Her tongue darts out to wet her lips and Archie watches, gaze locked in place. He leans forward, eyes on her mouth when his phone starts buzzing, a loud ring in their ears.

Archie laughs, glancing up at the stars.

“It’s Ronnie,” he says quietly, before putting the phone to his ear. “Hey, babe.”

Betty forces a smile, it is what it is.

travel sized bottle of champagne

They’re sitting on the floor of their hotel room when Archie says, “Truth or Dare” and Betty rolls her eyes. They’ve probably drank the equivalent of two bottles of wine and Betty feels warm, happy. She’s in her white, fluffy robe, legs crossed.

“Truth or dare,” he repeats, expectantly. They can never quite leave this place.  

“Okay,” Betty concedes, softly. “Truth.”

“Did that kiss mean anything?”

The room falls silent, and Archie’s gaze has fixated on her mouth, just waiting. Betty doesn’t know how to answer, finds herself very frozen in place. He’s so calm, so patient, but still expectant. Her phone vibrates on the nightstand, but she ignores it. This trip was supposed to be only theirs. She waits until the buzzing stops before she speaks again.

“Of course it did,” she says.

Archie only nods in response.

empire state building keychain

Archie keeps it tucked in his pocket the entire time they’re dragging themselves up the stairs. He watches as her legs take each step, and finds himself a little too focused on her ass. She’s still Betty, but she’s also his Betty, and he can’t quite let that go. It’s not until they’re at the top that he feels the rush of affection hit like a load of bricks. With a bunch of couples surrounding them, he pictures what his life would be like if Betty was that person for him- if he could just lean forward and kiss her right now.

“What are you thinking about?” she asks, voice gentle.

Archie’s hand flies to his back pocket, feeling the Empire State figurine digging into his fabric. He should just give it to her now and play it off like it’s nothing. They’re friends, and they’ll always be friends. It’s probably a good time to accept that.

Yet, there’s a part of Archie that wants to hold onto this, keep the keychain in his pocket and remember this for later. There’s a part of him that can’t let go of the fact that this might mean something later.

That’s why he nearly freezes when Betty’s fingers grip at his pockets and she slides the figurine out of his jeans, admiring it with her gaze. Her lips curve into a smile, but it’s a little sad.

“For Veronica?” She asks, seemingly casual.

Archie smiles, but he’s shaking his head.

“It’s for you, Betty.”

She slides the ring onto her finger and admires the building, a little in awe of the gesture. A few couples make out around them, and Archie fights the urge to spring forward and do the same. His phone vibrates in his pocket, and he lets it.  

black ray bans

They’re all the way past security when Betty tells him that she’s going to be queen of the Serpents with Jughead. Archie nearly thrashes everything in sight, but controls himself for Betty’s sake. He can’t get over the fact that he accepted the class president position only for Betty to become a serpent queen before his eyes.

“So we go back to Riverdale,” she shrugs, “Then what?”

Archie swallows, stepping closer to her. “Well, what do you want?”

Betty’s shoulders raise in a shrug, because she really doesn’t know what she’s looking for when they return to their home town. Archie will go back to Ronnie, back to his role as class president. Betty will return to Jughead and take on her new position as Serpent Queen. It’s quiet in the terminal around them, but forces a buzzing in her ears.

Archie seems to read her thoughts, it’s the only time they have left. He takes a step forward and her back hits the cool white tile. Her lashes flutter closed, and Archie’s lips find hers. Betty releases a breath she didn’t know she was holding, doesn’t know how long it’s been trapped in her chest.

His hands fall to her waist, and she presses against his body, completely forgetting where she is and who she’s with. Archie seems to share the same sentiment, hands tangling in her hair and gripping at the black sunglasses trapped in her blonde locks.

“Well,” she repeats, “What do you want?”

Archie swallows, teeth sinking into his bottom lip as he takes her in.

“Truth or dare,” he says, eyes on her mouth.

Betty bites back a smile, meeting his gaze.

“Dare,” she mouths. Her sunglasses slide down from her hair and rest on the bridge of her nose, anticipating Archie’s next move. He’s close enough that she can feel his chest heave against her own, wanting. Soon, they’ll be home and it’ll be like the whole trip never happened.

“Kiss me again, Betty.”

Betty’s lips curve into a smile, certain that Archie thinks she won’t follow through with the dare. Her phone is vibrating against her thigh, and she lets it go, pushing up on her toes to press her lips against his again. Archie sighs into her mouth, and his forehead hits the plastic of her glasses.

“BOARDING D1,” the attendant calls from the counter, “ZONE D1.”

Archie yanks aways from Betty so fast it leaves her a little stunned, fingers coming up to rest on her bruised mouth. They both look like kids caught in the act, maybe because they are, and she follows Archie to their seats in silence. It’s not until they’re up in the air, and his gaze is locked on the seat in front of him that she says,

“Truth or dare,”

And he says, “Dare.”

[gethealthy18-blog]

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30 Celebs With Stunning Short Hairstyles

Anjali Sayee Hyderabd040-395603080 June 19, 2019

Rihanna, Katy Perry, Jennifer Lawrence, and Taylor Swift! These are just a few celebs who have embraced short hair. Gone are the days when a woman cutting her hair short was a big deal. Now, it’s the biggest hairstyling trend in the world. Get ready to make yourself over with the help of some celebs. Check out these stunning short hairstyles sported by some world class stunners!

30 Celebs WIth Stunning Short Hairstyles

1. Layered Bob

Elsa Pataky shows us how to flaunt a bob like a queen! The layered bob looks chic and works, no matter what the event. If you really want to take your hairstyle up a few notches, opt for this layered bob. Feather out the ends of the layers to make your hair look thicker. Style it in waves or light curls to achieve a breezy look.

2. Asymmetrical Bob

Rose Byrne shows us that some hairstyles never go out of fashion. Blonde is a versatile color that looks good with anything. The asymmetrical bob, on the other hand, is not as versatile. It works well with thin faces. If you have wide cheeks or a round face, keep your hair shorter than your chin.

3. Cute Pixie

Miley Cyrus brings us an uber cute pixie cut! When in doubt, go for a pixie cut. It looks great on women of all ages. The sharp layered bangs draw attention to your eyes and cheekbones.

4. Full Bangs Blunt Cut

Rose Byrne looks absolutely stunning in this retro blunt cut. But blunt haircuts are tricky, especially with short hair. So, pair it with full bangs to balance out the look. This will make your face look slimmer and your hair look thicker.

5. Side Lifted Hair

Sometimes, a comb can be a girl’s best friend. If your pixie had feathered layers, and it is now grown out, you can lift it to add some style. Spritz on some hairspray all over your locks to keep them in place.

6. Pulled Back Hair

A small pull can go a long way in terms of a hairstyle. If you want a slick look, comb your hair back with some mousse but make sure to add height to it. If you want a messy look, do the same thing with your fingers instead of a comb and use some light mousse to make it look more natural instead of damp.

7. Moussed Hair

Need to jazz up your regular pixie or bob style? Go the Hollywood way with some mousse, just like Ruby Rose. Apply mousse to your hair and comb it back. The mousse will keep your locks in place for a long time.

8. White Blonde

Michelle Williams truly owns the platinum pixie cut! If you want an edgy style, go for a complete platinum look. It will contrast beautifully with brown roots. This color combination works well with cool undertones.

9. Fluffy Pixie

Keira Knightley slays with this pixie cut. This fluffy pixie is a great way to make your hair look fuller. It’s got style and edge, while also staying true to the elfian pixie look.

10. Spiky Pixie

Revamp your pixie cut with some spikes and a blonde makeover, Miley Cyrus style! The champagne tips are accentuated with some dark roots. If you have hazel eyes, the golden tips will bring out the golden flecks in your eyes.

11. Slick Side Parting

Part your hair on one side and let it be. This hairstyle will flaunt the thickness of your locks while adding some style to an overgrown pixie. I also love the “wet hair” vibe of this pixie.

12. Flicked Out Ends

Ruby Rose really rocks these short haircuts! Flicked out ends can help frame your face and add dimension to your locks. They also make your face appear longer and slimmer. They go especially well with deep brown hair.

13. Curly Bob

Rose Byrne knows how to own the red carpet! Blonde hair and curls go hand in hand to create an ethereal hairstyle. There are many ways you can achieve these curls, both with and without heat. You can use heat styling tools, like a curling iron or hot rollers, or sleep on damp pinned curls.

14. Golden Deep Side-Swept Hair

Everything about Jennifer is gold – her personality, her acting, and her lovely blonde locks! The color that has every woman in the world spiraling for more. Opt for deep side-swept hair with heavy layers whenever you’re not sure about what to do with your hair. It looks super stylish and is a huge time saver.

15. Classic Lob

Julianne Hough shows us why blondes are said to be the life of the party. When you want to go short with your hair but are worried about the risks, go for a lob. It’s a safe bet but still looks stylish.

16. Braided Blue Highlights

The curly bob is a versatile and cute hairstyle. Take a page out of Ruby Rose’s lookbook and style your curly bob in a crown braid. Pair this look with a chic blazer and red lipstick, and you’re good to go.

17. Slick Bob

Here’s Rose Byrne once again showing us why she is a queen! This look is clearly a winner. The light to dark ombre, glossy hair, and simple yet perfect tuck behind the ear show us why a bob is anything but boring.

18. Curly Mohawk

P!nk knows how to rock and roll with her hair. Curls are always in fashion, and nothing is edgier than a mohawk. So, why not combine their forces to create this stunning hairstyle? It is perfect for women who love to celebrate their hair.

19. No Parting Pixie

Jennifer Lawrence is one stylish woman! She owns short hairstyles like a goddess. Celebrate yourself with this stunning pixie with no parting. Without a parting, the focus is retained on your facial features and jawline.

20. Pinned Pixie

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Kristen Stewart is bringing back some bold moves from the past! This ‘80s inspired look is making a huge comeback with Insta-bloggers sporting bobby pins in a bunch of colors to add a pop of color to their pictures.

21. Dirty Blonde Highlights With A Deep Brown Bob

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Oval faces are long, wide, and symmetrical. This hair color blend is perfect for framing it. Opt for light blonde highlights at the tips, while keeping your roots dark. This will add depth to your locks.

22. Curled Mohawk

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Kristen Stewart is the queen of the pixie cut! She knows how to rock a new pixie with style. Curl your bangs with a round brush, some mousse, and a blow dryer to mimic this flawless look.

23. Dark-Rooted Hair

Julianne Hough is one stunning beauty. Dark-rooted hair can make you look like her. This hairstyle helps frame your face and add depth to your hair. The dark roots give the illusion of thicker hair and a longer face.

24. Brown Hair With Blonde Highlights

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Ruby Rose was made for short hair! The blonde highlights and wavy styling add a gorgeous sunkissed vibe to her brown hair. This is the perfect short hair look to sport to the beach.

25. Red Carpet Bob

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Emma Watson is truly a goddess! If your short hair is growing out, get it cut in a slick bob. Then, highlight it with a strawberry blonde shade and let it shine. Don’t forget to pin up those long side-swept bangs!

26. Modern Bowl Cut

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Batwoman is here to the rescue! This bowl cut look may seem a bit ridiculous, but it is trending big time right now. Go for it if you want to sport something totally cool and whacky.

27. Glamorous Mohawk

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The mohawk is one of the best modern punk looks you’ll ever find. Use gel or mousse to create this look. This is especially great for anyone who wants to let go of their girl-next-door and embrace their inner rebel.

28. Wavy Gelled Hair

See how stunning Ms. Hough looks with this cut? You can achieve this look with a curling iron, hairspray, lots of gel, a comb, and your fingers. Yes, it’s that simple! Curl your hair and apply hairspray to it to set in the curls. Then, apply some gel to give it that wet look. Comb your hair back gently, making sure not to disrupt the curls. Run your fingers through the front to finish off the look.

29. Faux Side Cut

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The stunning Kristen Stewart shows us how to rock short hair like a boss. This pixie and sidecut style is out of this world. Go for this style if you want a more androgynous look.

30. Messy Lob

Messy hair is all the rage right now. Just play around with your lob to make it look messy. If your bob has grown out, cut it into choppy layers. Style it in waves to make your hair look more voluminous and uber chic. 

Hope these celebrities have inspired you to cut your locks short! Which actress’s style do you want to emulate? Comment below and let us know!

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The Complete Guide To Every Type Of Men’s Hair Product

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The Complete Guide To Every Type Of Men’s Hair Product

There was a time when hair care for men involved little more than a quick suds-up with some Head & Shoulders, a furious towel dry and, on special occasions, a slather of Dax or Brylcreem – you know, if you were feeling fancy.

Now though, with freeze-hold gels, matte clays and volumising sprays crowding our bathroom cabinets, the idea that we ever enjoyed such a quaintly minimalist routine is laughable. Hilarious even, considering the fact that, according to Mintel, the men’s hair care market is expected to reach £94m in value by 2020, and that’s just the UK.

For better or worse (let’s be honest: better, we all look much better), as men’s interest in their appearance has grown, so too has the number of brands and products promising to make our locks look their best. Which is, great for the most part – who wouldn’t want a wider selection of tools to get the job done? But it’s also pretty overwhelming. Buy into every new miracle-touting men’s hair product and your daily routine suddenly gets a) very expensive and b) so Patrick Bateman-esque in its time-consuming complexity that only he could justify following it fastidiously.

This is why we’ve compiled this comprehensive guide to men’s hair products. From how to condition your hair to which combs are best, it’s the myth-busting, info-packed primer your barnet will thank you for bookmarking.

How To Take Care Of Your Hair

Your hair is the one accessory you can’t take off when it’s not quite working, so it pays to make sure it always looks its best. And while that means you should deploy the right products, it’s arguably more important to care for your hair through your lifestyle choices.

“One of the most important nutrients for hair health, and the production of strong and robust strands, is protein – the substance hair is made of,” says Anabel Kingsley, trichologist at leading London hair clinic Philip Kingsley. “To ensure your hair is receiving an adequate supply of protein, add at least a palm-sized portion of protein – eggs, poultry, fish, beans, nuts and pulses are all good options – to your breakfast and lunch.”

Unlike your personal trainer during cutting season, Kingsley also recommends incorporating a serving of complex carbohydrates into every meal, “as they provide energy to form hair cells, which are in fact the second-fastest growing cells the body produces.” Drinking plenty of water is important too, since the scalp, “like any part of the skin, can become dry if your body is dehydrated”, which can then lead to flakiness and an uncomfortably ‘tight’ feeling.

On the other hand, know the foods which are more foe than friend when it comes to hair health. “If you struggle with a scalp that is flaky and/or itchy, be aware that full-fat dairy products, as well as white wine, Champagne and very spicy or sugary foods can exacerbate the issue,” says Kingsley. “Trigger foods aren’t the same for everyone though, so I suggest working out what yours are by process of elimination.”

Vitamins-wise, get to know ferritin, a stored iron, which Kingsley says helps produce hair cell protein. “Eat iron-rich foods at least twice a week; although the best sources are red meat such as steak and liver, an iron supplement can also help if you’re iron- or ferritin-deficient.”

You’ll also want to take your hair for a walk. Regular exercise not only helps boost circulation to the hair and scalp (ensuring your hair gets all the nutrients it needs to thrive), but also reduces stress, which if left unchecked can lead to brittle hair or, in serious cases, hair loss. You may want to lose the cap, too: though damaging in excess, a little regular exposure to sunlight helps promote vitamin D production, which in turn helps sustain hair growth. A little, mind.

Shampoo

She might’ve lied about Santa – and the fact that you were never fat (just big-boned) – but your mother wasn’t having you on when she stressed the importance of washing your hair with shampoo.

Shampooing is essential. Not only does the process of washing your hair with shampoo remove dirt and debris that collects on your scalp, but shampoo itself emulsifies excess sebum (an oil produced naturally by the skin) and product residue, leaving your hair fresh and free of gross microfauna.

What’s not essential though, is shampooing your hair every day. In fact, ‘pooing on the daily could actually strip your hair of some of the natural oil it needs to keep it healthy. So, unless you exercise and sweat excessively daily, have fine, oily hair or live in a very humid climate, then you should shampoo less often.

How often? That’s still up for debate, but as a general rule a few times a week should suffice. “Generally, it’s advisable to wash hair twice a week, or every second day if your hair and scalp are prone to oil build-up,” says Nick Campbell, barber at Ruffians, an award-winning barbershop with branches in London and Edinburgh. “On days you don’t shampoo, rinsing your hair with warm water can help remove salts and residue from any water-soluble styling products.” It won’t however remove excess sebum, so if you’re prone to dandruff, you should err towards shampooing more often.

As for technique, Campbell recommends wetting your hair thoroughly first. Then squirt a coin-sized dollop (more if your hair is longer than a couple of inches) into your palm, rub your hands together and massage gently, but thoroughly through your scalp and roots for 30 seconds or so before rinsing completely.

Conditioner

Would you wash your face without applying moisturiser afterwards? No, of course you wouldn’t. That’d be ridiculous. Much like moisturiser restores all-important moisture to skin, so too a conditioner restores to your scalp the moisture a shampoo strips away.

“Conditioner smoothens your hair while adding shine and reducing static,” says trichologist Anabel Kingsley. Although often considered the preserve of those with long hair, the hair-softening, frizz-preventing benefits of conditioner can be reaped by all men, no matter their hair length and type.

But what’s the best way to go about it? “You should aim to condition your hair every time you wash it with shampoo,” says Kingsley. “Once you’ve rinsed your hair thoroughly of shampoo, smoothen a coin-sized amount of conditioner through your hair, making sure to apply to your mid-lengths and ends only as this is where moisture is needed most, but also, rubbing conditioner into your roots can have an adverse effect of leaving hair looking flat and greasy.”

For men with particularly dry and/or coarse hair, leave-in conditioners (i.e. conditioners you don’t wash out) are also worth a look. “Leave-in conditioners not only add moisture to hair, but they can be used as a styling aid too,” says Mark Maciver, AKA Slider Cuts, a London-based barber whose clients include Anthony Joshua and Stormzy. “This is especially useful when trying to achieve curlier styles with afro hair as the softer the hair is, the more easily it curls.”

What To Look Out For

According to Campbell, there are a few ingredients you should try to avoid if you have a sensitive scalp or hair that’s prone to damage:

Sulphates (or Sulfates). Commonly used as foaming agents in cosmetics, sulphates – of which the most frequently used is sodium lauryl sulphate – have been shown to irritate and excessively dry the scalp. Although officially classed as ‘low hazard’, it’s best to avoid sulfates if your skin is on the sensitive side.

Parabens. A class of preservatives often used in cosmetics, parabens are used to extend a product’s shelf life. While there’s no conclusive research to show that they’re dangerous, some studies suggest parabens can interfere with the body’s endocrine, or hormonal system, as well as increase the sensitivity of your skin.

Silicones. Ending in ‘cone’ (eg dimethicone) and ‘siloxane’ (trisiloxane), silicones are used in products to coat hair in a waterproof film that makes it appear shiny and feel silky. However, if used regularly, silicone-based products can lead to a build-up of silicone which has the adverse effect of preventing conditioner from penetrating the hair shaft.

Adam Gore, founder of, and chief groomer at Birmingham barbershop Barberology also recommends steering clear of oil-based conditioners, “which don’t work well on men’s hair as they tend to weigh it down and make it harder to style.”

Remember to always read the label, too. Since not everyone’s definition of “natural” or “organic” is the same, so too not every natural, organic shampoo is entirely free from potentially irritating and/or harmful ingredients.

Hairstyling

Now that we’ve covered the basics of building a solid foundation for healthy hair, it’s time to talk about how to make the most of it.

But first, some hairstyling housekeeping:

Less is more. As one old Brylcreem advert put it: ‘Just a little dab’ll do ya’. That is to say that, while you can always add more product, you can’t take excess away, short of, you know, washing your hair and starting all over again. This applies to all styling products, no matter how light and soluble they are. Use only enough to get your hair where you want it to go.

Take a break. While styling products are great for achieving looks you couldn’t otherwise achieve, overuse can actually negatively affect the condition of your hair. “Give your hair rest days when possible,” says barber Nick Campbell. “If you wash, dry and use styling product on your hair daily, you should aim to give your hair one or two days rest per week so that it has a chance to ‘breathe’ free from products.”

The Best Hairstyling Products

Pomade

Essential for slick, high-shine hairstyles that require cement-level hold, pomade is a thick, viscous product perfect for creating quiffs, pompadours and sharp, and Don Draper-esque side partings.

Pomades can be split into two main types: oil-based and water-based. Oil-based pomades offer supreme hold, but can require several shampoos to wash out, while lighter water-based pomades sacrifice some of that strength for ease of removal. Both are the hairstyling equivalent of superglue, and best used on medium to thick hair to create ambitious styles with a lot of height.

N.B. Do not use pomade on exceptionally fine and/or thinning hair. It tends to clump hair together, which – coupled with its sheen – can highlight sparse or bald areas of the scalp.

Styling Cream

For men who like a light-touch finish, styling cream adds a subtle shine to your locks while guaranteeing a low to–at best–medium hold.

Of all men’s hairstyling products, cream is the one that most closely resembles sebum (which, if you recall from earlier, is your hair and scalp’s natural moisturiser), so it’s best for men who want to replicate that softened, frizz-free look you get from not washing your hair for a day or two.

Definitely not one for sculpting skyscraper styles, most styling creams won’t support so much as an upswept fringe. Because of this lightness, they’re a must for men with very fine and/or thinning hair whose thatch needs a product that won’t weigh it down.

Gel

A jelly-like substance used to hold and dress hair, gel is arguably the most popular men’s hairstyling product on the market. It’s also, sadly, the most frequently abused.

Despite its ubiquity, gel really isn’t the everyday styling product many men believe it to be. In fact, unless you opt for a mohawk or manga-inspired spiky mound on a daily basis, a strong-hold, high-shine hair gel is probably one of the worst products you could (mis)use. Sure, it gives good hold and an eye-catching wet-look finish, but when used as a way to lightly shape hair or sweep up a fringe – which is what many men born in the 1980s were led by ads to believe gel was intended for – it leaves your head in a mess of leaden, lifeless and frozen-solid strands.

For fans of the aforementioned styles, gel still has a place in your wash bag, though you should remember to always apply sparingly. For everyone else, there’s literally anything else.

Paste

Like a cross between styling cream and pomade, hair paste is a thick, yet highly pliable styling product that lends your hair a textured look, while also offering a medium-to-strong hold.

A true all-rounder, paste is versatile enough to be used on short, medium and long hair (of all thicknesses) to create a slew of different styles ranging from a lightly shaped fringe to – when used in conjunction with a hair dryer – more voluminous styles such as a loose quiff.

Most pastes leave hair with a matte finish (though there are slightly shinier options on offer, too) and, being water-based, they tend to wash out pretty easily as well.

Wax

Somewhere between a gel and a pomade, wax offers better hold than the former, but is more manageable (and washes out more easily) than the latter.

Wax is perhaps best thought of as a pomade, but weaker. So it’s a shoo-in for slick and/or vertiginous styles usually only achievable with pomade, although it offers a less soldered, more flexible finish. If you’re partial to a quiff, pompadour, side parting or slick-back, but want a more textured, less pristine take on your chosen style, then wax is one to add to your shopping list.

Bear in mind that although wax is not as thick and heavy as pomade, it still isn’t a great option for thinning or curly hair that hasn’t already been heat-styled.

Clay

A drier, duller and less glue-like alternative to pomade and wax, hair clay is the perfect product for creating medium- to strong-hold styles with a matte finish – think loose quiffs and bed-head styles with a highly textured appearance.

Like paste and wax, clay can be reworked slightly hours after application, but not quite to the same extent as its more pliable counterparts; hold-wise it functions more like a natural-looking pomade.

It’s also worth noting that hair clay is formulated with actual clay (usually bentonite or kaolin, which are both naturally occurring substances), which swells to dial up your hair’s volume, giving a welcome boost to its overall body and shape.

There’s also some evidence to suggest that clay’s active ingredient detoxifies your hair and scalp, helping to draw out metals and toxins, while also delivering much needed minerals such as sodium, potassium and calcium.

Sea Salt Spray

While it might sound like something that belongs in your fridge’s condiment drawer rather than your bathroom cabinet, sea salt spray is in fact a relatively new men’s hairstyling essential.

Formulated with, you guessed it, salt, this known texture-booster is used to recreate that lightly tousled look your hair gets after a day spent relaxing on the beach. The spray’s salt soaks up oil, volumising your locks and enhancing their natural kinks and curls. Simply spritz onto your hair, work through with your fingers to shape and you’re good to go.

Especially useful for fine and/or thinning hair, salt spray makes your hair appear thicker and more richly textured. As it’s light, it makes a good styling base for bigger styles too, so you might want to try applying it before deploying something heavier like a pomade or wax for extra support and volume. Don’t overdo it though: like anything salty it tends to dehydrate, so excessive use can cause your hair to become dry and brittle.

Hairspray

Not just for your gran, hairspray is a must for styles that need some serious hold. Made from a blend of polymers, hairsprays provide structural support for hair, helping it to retain its shape while also adding a healthy dose of shine.

Unlike its listmates here, hairspray is more supporting act than main event. Rather than a styling product in and of itself, it’s designed to be used at the end of styling to bolster whatever shape you’ve created, helping ‘set’ the style so that it won’t wither away within a few hours.

Hairspray comes in a variety of strengths, from flexible- to medium- to strong-hold, but unless you’re looking to add beauty pageant-level shine to your hair, it’s pointless using anything other than the strong stuff.

Top tip: use only when your style needs cementing, and spray liberally, taking care not to drop dead from fumes before the world gets to see your ‘do.

Hairstyling Accessories

Hair Dryer

While most men manage perfectly well without one, a hair dryer will come in handy when: drying hair that’s not short i.e. more than a few inches long; if you want to lend your hair some lasting shape and volume; or if you want to create heavily structured styles such as quiffs and pompadours.

When it comes to purchasing a good one, there are three key things to look out for: a wattage of 1800 or more (a higher wattage means a more powerful dryer, which means faster drying, which in turn means less damage done to hair); ceramic and tourmaline technologies (the former adds shine while preventing hair from frizzing; the latter generates negative ions to reduce drying time and static); and additional features such as attachments for styling and a ‘cool shot’ button, which can be used at the end of styling to blast hair with cool air to help set it in place.

Comb

Invaluable, whatever your hair type, a good comb not only serves as an effective styling tool, but also exfoliates the scalp, stimulates the production of sebum and increases blood flow to the area to help circulate nutrients important for hair health.

Avoid metal combs (which have edges so sharp that they can lacerate hair strands), and instead look for saw-cut horn or plastic ones which have teeth that are individually cut-in–rather than moulded for a smoother, less abrasive effect.

Make sure too, to find a comb that’s made for your hair type. Remember: the thicker the hair, the wider the tooth. If you have thin, straight hair, a fine-tooth comb works well, but you’ll need a wide-tooth one to tame thick, wavy or curly hair.

Brush

If you have medium-length or long hair, it’s best to use a brush, rather than a comb, to groom your hair. The main reason for this is that sebum produced by the scalp needs help in reaching the full hair shaft by being brushed from the root right down to the tip.

Now, while you could technically do that with a comb, it makes a lot more sense to reserve your comb for spot-detangling and use the brush for the bulk of the work instead. Plus, if you choose the right one, you’ll also have a powerful styling tool at your disposal.

To that end, a paddle or vent brush is your best bet. Both of these brush types are easy to use when dry brushing or when styling the hair in combination with product and/or a hair dryer (though the vent does have the slight advantage of being slightly more slender and manoeuvrable).