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Read Time: 2 min 25 sec Wedding season is just around the corner and the 21st-century bride and groom are proving to be anything but ordinary. Elopements, backyard receptions, and destination weddings are rivaling the traditional church and banquet hall. With sites like The Knot and Pinterest, it’s easier than ever to create a unique wedding day - and way cheaper - for the almost-married couple. However, one of the many tough decisions for a bride and groom to make for their wedding day is how they should style their hair. There are so many aspects that go into picking the right hairstyle for your big day but there are a few key elements to know and consider. Your Style and Your Dress There are endless hair inspiration boards online. ENDLESS. Finding wedding-day hairstyles is easy, but finding one that fits you can be a bit tricky. It’s best to find a hairstyle that compliments your face shape and overall look while staying true to you. Pro-tip for the bride: Don’t forget how easy it is to dress up a relaxed hairstyle with a veil or make a formal updo more unique with fun accessories or a flower crown. DIY vs Hiring a Professional Honestly, the best way to figure out whether to do your wedding hairstyle or pay a professional to do it is a good ‘ole pros and cons list. Keep in mind some of the following questions when you do it: What is the “vibe” of your wedding? Formal or simple, extravagant or intimate? What is your budget? What’s your timeline? Do you have enough time to fit in a trial with a stylist? Or do you have so much time that you could learn how to master your perfect updo? The average price for a bridal hairstyle ranges anywhere from $60 to $150, but Brides tend to forget the cost of a hair trial (on average $75). This is also true for the groom! For the men, this guide can help you see how much you should spend on your haircut and budget accordingly! Pro tip: Typically, hair trials for the bride are done three months before the wedding day. If DIY is Your Answer Make sure you practice your style a few times before the big day. Using products and tools that will hold up to the test of time is vital to being photo-ready at every moment! Knowing how to build a foundation for your style is key! Whether it’s a romantic updo or casual beach waves, starting with soft, loose curls with a TYME Iron Pro is a great foundation. For the men, a gel to keep your hair in place will help set the rest of the look. For a step-by-step to create this updo, click here.   Prior Wedding Day Hair Care No matter how your hair is styled or who styles it, proper preparation is essential to a perfect wedding day hairstyle. Some last-minute tips: Make sure you’re keeping up with your trims (every 6-12 weeks) to keep your hair looking healthy. Look into dusting cuts. These are a lifesaver for brides trying to keep all the length possible before your big day. About two weeks out from your wedding day, get your final trim and get any *minimal* color work done to make sure to give your hair that fresh yet “lived-in” look. No groom wants to be at the altar with nicks and cuts on their face! Make sure your clean shaven and ready to go with a shaving kit you can trust. Wash your hair the morning of your rehearsal dinner and give yourself an easy blowout for the night. This is a day you’re going to treasure and see pictures from for the rest of your life. You owe it to yourself to make it entirely true to you! For more tips and hair tutorials, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest.  

TL;DR: A hair trim maintains your style and removes damage, while a cut changes your look completely. Trims typically take off minimal length and are needed every 8–16 weeks. Regular trims or micro-trims reduce split ends, support healthy growth, and preserve style—perfect for refreshing hair without sacrificing length. Trim vs. Cut: Trims maintain style; cuts change shape. Trim Frequency: Every 8–16 weeks depending on damage. Micro-Trims: Subtle refresh, great for growing hair. Dusting Cuts: Remove damage while conserving length. Hair Health: Use heat protectants and limit heat styling. Stylist Consultation: Key before choosing. Your hair has been exposed to the elements; the sun, salt water, and humidity. These elements can be harsh on your hair and you may be thinking that it is time for a trim! At this point, the question is, what type of change would be best for your hair? This brings us to the differences between a haircut and trim. The best place to start is having a consultation with your stylist before you do anything. Are you happy with the general shape and style of your cut, but just need a refresh or some split ends removed? A hair trim may be your best bet! On the flip side, do you have a college reunion coming up? Date with someone new? Starting a new job? Maybe a new cut and style will add a little extra confidence into the mix. Keep reading to learn what “trimming hair” means and how to ask for what you want in the salon. What a Hair Trim Means The major difference between a haircut and a hair trim: A hair CUT is changing the style and shape of your hair completely. A hair TRIM is helping you maintain the style and shape of your cut as well as removing any damage. The “Skinny” on Trimming: Depending on the level of damage or the length or style of your cut, a trim is typically necessary every 8-16 weeks. Trims or micro-trims will keep your style in shape. These are great solutions when you are growing out a cut or your hair is recovering from going more blonde. This will remove damage little by little, without removing much length so it is barely noticeable. Frequent trims or micro-trims will continue to remove damage and help minimize split ends that can cause breakage. Trims come in all different levels. Your desire for change (or your amount of damage) can determine how major your trim is. A different option is a dusting cut (one of our favorite hair hacks for conserving length yet maintaining hair health). If you haven't heard of it, click here. Maintaining Healthy Hair An important part of preventing damage to your hair and encouraging hair growth rates is TLC during heat styling. To keep your hair growing, use a heat protectant and as little heat as possible when blow drying or using curling irons or straighteners. Shop Our High Quality Styling Tools For more tips and hair tutorials, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Read Time: 1 min 27 sec Hair falling flat? Need to pump up your volume? Well, it’s TYME to let us do the heavy lifting. Introducing BigTYME Root Lift Powder, our exclusive spray powder that delivers volume, texture, lift and hold without leaving residue behind or weighing down the hair. This buildable formula lets you create how much lift you want, and sprays precisely where you want it. BigTYME is stored in a smaller bottle (that contains 700 pumps of product!), yet is packed with big benefits and results. Big Benefits Adds luxurious lift to roots Create texture from beachy waves to tantalizing tendrils Great grip (with no stickiness) for a voluminous or texturized style that lasts all day (and night) Buildable formula allows you to customize your result Brushable, soft, and lightweight feel Spray bottle design avoids having up “dump” product in the hair, helping control usage BigTYME is super easy to use. Just spray at roots for added volume, or spray onto curls or straight hair for more definition and texture. Expand and fan out braids with a blast. Usage: Recommended for use on dry hair. Lift section of hair and lightly spray roots. Gently massage for instant volume and lift. Spray through mid-shaft and ends of hair to add texture. Check out these impressive BEFORE and AFTER shots!BEFOREAFTER Customer Love “This is a product I will always have in my bag of tricks!” “Works really well! Doesn’t leave my hair with a heavy feeling.” “Was teasing my hair like crazy, now I don’t have to!” “My hair lasted 3 days without a hint of oiliness.” “Makes my hair smell good, adds volume and helps me go longer between washes. Highly recommend!” BigTYME Bonus Benefit Our root lift powder spray doubles as a dry shampoo replacement! Spray throughout hair to absorb excess oil in between washes or to fresh up hair before a night out. Lightly scented so hair smells fresh, sexy, and amazing! Our products are safe on color-treated hair and gluten-free. They are also cruelty-free and we do not test on animals, just some product testing on our employees. BigTYME complements other TYME products and our styling brushes. For more tips and hair tutorials, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest.

Read Time: 1 min 34 sec It’s Summer! Being in the sun, outdoor fun, and plenty of events to post on social media. Always be ready for that perfect Instagram opp with our SelfieTYME Hairspray. This #gamechanger will keep your mane in check, and selfie-ready at all times. A lightweight hairspray with a little attitude, a.k.a. memory resins, will keep your hair in check. Brush it, touch it, run your fingers through it – your style will still look great all day and night. 1. What’s in it? SelfieTYME is packed with style-holding memory resins, copolymers and anti-humidifiers to tame frizz and keep hair looking and feeling soft and natural. Created for all hair types, SelfieTYME is formulated with Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, that strengthens and moisturizes hair, holding that moisture in throughout the day. Polymers deliver flexible, humidity-resistant hold while Hydrolyzed Collagen enhances suppleness and sheen. And, it has a fresh scent. 2. How do I use it? Just spray as a veil over the top of your hair after styling, or in a specific spot like your fringe or face frame. If you lift your hair and spray the interior it will add volume where wanted or needed and will last all day. Remember, where hairspray dries it where it stays! TIP: Lift sections of hair, or near roots and spray a quick burst underneath to add volume. Allow hairspray to dry in place to maximize the memory resins resistance to wind or brushing. 3. What makes SelfieTYME Hairspray different? The collagen-infused formula won’t dry out hair. Its powerful key ingredients deliver incredible shine and hold for days. It’s safe on color and keratin-treated hair and is sulfate, gluten, and paraben-free. Also, we do not test on animals, just our TYME family, and team members! 4. What can I expect? Nearly-weightless hold that last's you long after the party is over! TYME CEO Jacynda Smith always recommends SelfieTYME. “Social media has evolved. Many use their accounts for business and looking our best is key. This should be a staple for brides, school photos, dance recitals, and any other important event or occasion, for the perfect style, every tyme.” Some customers comments: “OMG. Amazing!” “Holds like a champ” “Great all-day hold” “My curls last for days!” SelfieTYME complements any TYME product or styling tool. For more tips and hair tutorials, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest.

Read Time: 1 min 28 sec July 4th. Flags, fireworks…and frizz? Not this Tyme. Give your hair a little therapy with TYMELESS Repair and Shine Spray! This spray seems to have the Midas touch, which is why we call it liquid gold. Just a few sprays on dry, styled hair will reduce frizz, add shine and a great scent. Your hair will look and feel amazing! What’s in it? TYMELESS is loaded with vitamins and proteins to keep hair looking healthier and hydrated. And, hydrated hair pushes back on humidity, static and frizz. Created for all hair types, TYMELESS is hair repair in a bottle. Formulated with Baobab Tein, one of the most powerful hair repair complexes, delivers a 5-in-1 anti-aging benefit; it helps repair damage, increases hair strength, protects from UV exposure, adds moisture and nourishes strands, from root to tip. Hair conditioning Panthenol provides lasting moisture, prevents further damage, strengthens hair and improves luster. How do I use it? Just spray on hair after styling. It will tame your mane in seconds, smoothing flyaways and frizz and adding shine that will last well after the fireworks end. This bottle is perfect for travel (TSA-friendly size). Pop in your purse for a quick fix, because frizz never takes a holiday. TIP: Spray this multi-tasking, multi-benefit product on hair before using a heat-styling tool, for added protection. What makes TYMELESS different? Its powerful key ingredients work to help repair hair from the inside out, adding moisture, thickening the cuticle and delivering incredible shine. It’s safe on color-treated hair, gluten free, and we do not test on animals. What can I expect? TYME CEO Jacynda Smith loves TYMELESS. “I take this spray with me when I travel and it’s in almost every bag I own. In addition to its incredible benefits, it smells amazing. Each time I demo it on a friend, she wants to steal it. Just try this on a humid day. You won’t believe the results and you’ll be hooked“ TYMELESS complements any TYME product or styling tool. Have a safe and fun holiday! 2 fl. oz. $37 1 to 2-month supply, depending on use. For more tips and hair tutorials, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest.

Read Time: 1 min 52 sec Summer is upon us…the beach, the sun…the heat! Days are longer, skin is tanner, hair can get frizzier. And, while we love being outside more and looking and feeling healthier – our hair, not so much. It’s exposed to even more heat, wind, salt, and dry air. We sometimes rely more on our styling tools, so it’s time to upstage all this heat exposure, in one simple step, with one product. UPSTAGED Thermal Protectant is an incredible, multi-purpose, multi-benefit thermal spray that will not only protect your hair from any type of heat exposure (styling tools, intense sun), this product will replace the need for using mousse, detanglers, hair masks, and treatment oils. What’s in it? Created for all hair types, UPSTAGED is the superhero of thermal sprays. It’s formulated with Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract, a protein from the Baobab tree, also known as the “tree of life”. This protein helps address dryness, and other signs of aging (yes, hair ages, just like skin). It also helps increase hair strength, protect it from UV exposure and nourish strands from root to tip. Polymers add flexibility and manageability to hair without making it feel stiff. They act as anti-static agents, that prevent attracting dirt, product buildup, and flyaways. Aloe Vera adds softness and shine. How do I use it? Towel dry hair. Spray on and use a wide-toothed comb to distribute the product throughout your hair. A little goes a long way. If you will be using a curling or flat iron, we suggest completely drying your hair after spraying and before styling. TIP: Pop this in your gym or beach bag. Spray in after your workout where the hair is damp and blow dry in to refresh your hair’s style and scent. What makes UPSTAGED different? UPSTAGED can protect hair against heat styling tool temps of 572 degrees Fahrenheit (300 degrees Celsius). It’s safe on color or keratin-treated hair and is paraben, sulfate, and gluten-free. Most importantly, we do not test on animals. What can I expect? Our own CEO, Jacynda Smith uses UPSTAGED. “I created this product for all hair types. It is lightweight, with a fresh, sexy, and amazing fragrance and I spray it on towel dried hair right out of the shower. It adds shine and volume without making my hair feel sticky or weighed down. It looks and feels natural and my style lasts longer! It saves me, and will save you, both time and money.” TIP: UPSTAGED can be safely used on hair extensions. UPSTAGED is the perfect complement to our other TYME products. Make it part of your hair care regimen. Bring it on, summer! 4.05 fl. oz. $25 6 to 8 month supply, depending on use. For more tips and hair tutorials, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest.

Read Time: 2 min 33 sec If you have ever had a challenge with having an oily scalp, curls not holding, frizz, or limp hair you understand the struggles that so many women deal with every day. The issue starts in the shower! We totally understand the allure of purchasing a shampoo and conditioner based on the scent or a cheap price point. But when you get down to the facts, the ingredients are the most important factor to take into account when deciding which products to buy. 3 Ingredients We Avoid in Our Hair Care Line Sulfates The reason a lot of brands add sulfates is to create a lathering effect in the shower and to remove all the oil from your hair and scalp. The issue with this is it completely strips your hair of its natural oils. In essence, dehydrating your scalp which causes your scalp to overproduce oils. When your scalps oil production goes into overdrive your need to wash every day which causes your routine to go into overdrive! Sulfates can also dry or damage your hair over time, and may even contain carcinogens. Parabens A paraben is a preservative that is used to prevent the growth of fungi, bacteria, and mold in shampoos. The issue with parabens is they can cause irritation of the scalp, skin conditions, and allergic reactions. Are fungi and bacteria gross? Sure, and we don’t want the bad kinds on your scalp, but research shows that there are healthy skin bacteria which actually help improve your skin’s health. By eliminating Parabens and introducing a healthy haircare system that promotes your body’s natural oils these good bacteria are able to thrive and autoimmune diseases like eczema may be avoided. (Reference) Gluten Using gluten-free products may help keep your skin clear if you have eczema or a gluten allergy/sensitivity. Some researchers are looking into what the actual culprit of gluten sensitivity is. Is it the gluten protein itself, or pesticides which oversaturate GMO wheat products and can never be removed? Whatever the answer is, you will not have to deal with possible negative side effects of gluten in TYME’s product line. The Power Couple When Jacynda Smith (TYME CEO) was asked why she wanted to create a product line, she said that she was tired of using hair products that work against you by weighing your hair down, making your hair feel oily, and not holding a style. She set out to make a product line that worked for you and actually allowed you to use it less often than other brands. Pregame Shampoo We could talk about how this shampoo has changed our lives for days, but we will keep it to the point! Below are some of our favorite features for Pregame Shampoo. It nourishes hair from root to tip with Baobab Tree extract, alleviating dry, split ends. It is paraben-free, sulfate-free, and gluten-free. It is not diluted by fillers, so you need less product while washing your hair. Your purchase 6-10 month supply. It works great for all hair types. It allows you to go longer between washes by not stripping your hair of its natural oils. It is not tested on animals. Showoff Conditioner The perfect match to complete the “Power Couple”. Pregame would not be complete without a little showing off ;) Bellow our some of our favorite features to Showoff Conditioner. It protects hair from damage that can occur from chemical processes and heat styling by infusing it with Baobab, vegetable protein, and seed extracts. It is paraben-free, sulfate-free, and gluten-free. It restores the pH balance of your hair, giving shine and softness, without causing buildup. It is not diluted by fillers, so you need less product while conditioning your hair. Each bottle contains a 6-10 month supply. It works great for all hair types. It is not tested on animals. For more tips and hair tutorials, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest.

Read time: 1 min 29 sec Have you ever been told you have to cut your hair every 6-8 weeks to maintain healthy hair? Getting trims this frequently may be a solution to getting rid of dry or split ends, but what about the hair in the mid-shaft that, if damaged, can cause our hair to look frizzy or unhealthy? If you think about your hair like a plant - when a plant dries out the leaves turn from green to dry and brittle brown. When you are trimming the ends, whether it’s from a blunt cut or through a dusting cut, you are in essence cutting off the brittle spot. If you continue to dry out the hair and don’t change anything in the routine the hair will continue to dry out and continue to be a challenge.Rather than chopping away at months of growth at your ends, dusting cuts allow you to get rid of the split ends that live through the mid-shaft of your length. Dusting hair cuts are great for anyone who is trying to conserve their length while maintaining healthy hair. This method can work on all hair types and lengths, but if you have very naturally curly hair it is easiest to do when your hair is blown out or straightened.How Dusting Cuts Work Gather a section that you can easily hold between your pointer and middle finger. Starting at the root, comb from underneath your section and flip the comb forward so your hair is bent over the top of the comb. You will then see all of the small split ends poking out from the section. Without cutting the section itself, cut off the hairs that are poking out so they are smooth and flush with the rest of the section. From this angle, you can see there can be very little to actually cut in one spot on the strand. Continue this method down the rest of the strand, and repeat where needed! We suggest talking to your stylist and allowing them to safely use this cutting technique on you:) For more tips and hair tutorials, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest.

Read Time: 2 min 49 sec Maintaining hair health and moisture can be challenging during the summer months. Pools, heat, and UV exposure can all work against you, so how do you get the most out of your style while still enjoying all summer has to offer? In this article, we will break down 5 tips to keep your locks looking luscious, all while saving you tyme and allowing you to enjoy fun in the sun ;) Using Products That Keep Moisture in Your Hair Keeping your hair hydrated is one of the most undervalued aspects of summer styling it will keep your hair performing it’s best. This affects almost every aspect of how your hair performs. From keeping your hair from frizzing in humidity to helping your hair maintain it's style. It is vital to use products that work to maintain moisture in your hair. The question is how will you know if you are using the right products to hydrate your hair? You will know because your scalp will not be overproducing oil to compensate for the lack of moisture in your hair. Meaning if you have to wash daily or even every other day because it looks or feels oily your products may not be keeping enough moisture in your hair. As a result, your scalp will produce more oil to try and hydrate the hair! Using the right foundational products like Pregame Shampoo and Showoff Conditioner that focus on hair health ensures that even with heat styling your hair will maintain it’s shine without becoming oily for days. Not Over Drying with Styling Tools When you dry your hair the right amount it will have a healthy shine without needing products to restore the shine that is often lost by over-drying the hair. Your blow dry time will be faster because it won’t hang onto moisture longer than necessary, and if your hair is thin it will help it feel full and have more volume. If you are using too much heat meaning over drying or overheating your hair you will know because it will lose its shine. The good news is every time you wash your hair you get the opportunity to start over and maintain the shine! Protecting Your Hair’s Dignity when Faced with Humidity Using the right shampoo and conditioner can completely change the game when it comes to your hair's reaction to humidity. If you are using a shampoo and conditioner that keeps your hair truly hydrated your hair will perform better in humidity. When hair is naturally curly and dehydrated and is exposed to humidity it will expand and grow bigger, it will do this to pull moisture from the air and absorb the moisture it needs. If your shampoo and conditioner are keeping your hair hydrated your hair will have the moisture it needs so it won’t be over reactive to the water the air provides. The result is shiny healthy hair that will maintain it’s dignity! Styling Your Hair on a Beach/Pool Day When you are planning a day by the water, wear your hair as close to its natural state as possible. If your hair is naturally curly enhance the natural curl. If it’s naturally straight, wear it straight. If your hair has natural wave keep loose waves in the style. Wearing it closest to its natural state helps if you get splashed because your hairdo won’t completely fall into chaos! It just may not look as polished. If you’re headed on a vacation and you feel like you have to choose one of these styles because you only want to pack one tool, you’re in luck because all 3 looks can be created with the TYME Iron and it comes with a handy travel heat sleeve so you can even create curls waves or straighten as you’re packing up to leave and can just pop it in your bag right away! Wearing a Hat with Curls Loose beach waves are always amazing with a hat on, the soft curls are the perfect feminine touch with any hat. You can create loose beachy waves using the TYME Iron in 5-10 minutes so you don’t have to worry about putting a hat on over curls that took you forever...because they didn’t! ;) For more tips and hair tutorials, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest.