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hey so i saw one of ur posts and i was just wondering, how long does it take for hair to fade? after you dye ir or bleach it?
and does bleached hair ever go back to normal color? and do hightlights fade away??


It depends on the color. Semi Permanent dyes, from experience, it's about 2 weeks to a month. Those dyes fade away quicker. Permanent dyes, it's about a month or so. It's never completely faded away though. I dyed my hair a lighter brown and I grew my hair out.. My roots came in hella and I still had that lighter brown.. it seems as though the only way to fix it, is to dye over it or cut off the ends.

When you bleach hair, you are stripping out every pigment of color. It's impossible for it to go back to it's normal color. I've bleached my hair a lot. I'm a dark brunette and 2 months after the bleaching, it's STILL a dirty blonde color. It only seems to work out better for dirty or dark blonds. Their roots come in and take over. You just have to dye over it and grow it out.

yes highlights do fade away over time... but some of the products for that contain bleach.. so it doesn't always fade back to the original color.

For hair dyes, you can do a dish soap treatment to fade it. I had colored hair and you get some well, "dish soap" and put one of those caps on it.. for about 20 mins or longer. Strips the color out slightly..

Ask someone at a salon though. They probably know more .




EDIT

- from my experience
when the color fades, it goes back to a dark blonde.

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why is it bad to bottle your feelings up? but why do some people bottle up their feelings?

Some people have a hard time talking to people about their problems/feelings.. sometimes they don't even come to terms to it. It's almost like they avoid it because they don't want or cant deal with it. Then there's also trust issues.. so the only thing people could do .. is bottle things up because they don't want to get hurt anymore.

It's like you're letting someone in on a big secret.. and then they go telling everyone your secret. Trust is gone. People don't want others backstabbing them. Others feel as though.. people WON'T understand them or even relate to them. People often feel misunderstood so they keep things to themselves.. but it's the complete opposite. There's always someone out there who can help and relate..

It's bad because you'll have all these feelings kept to yourself. One day it will be too much and you'll soon break down because it's overwhelming.

For example.

A young girl is molested by her father's friend. She doesn't tell her parents because she fears as though they won't believe her. So she tells no one. Gets nightmares.. she falls into depression and cuts herself. Everything falls downhill from there. Bottle up feelings will hurt yourself. Therapy would have helped that girl.

I suppose its okay to keep some things to yourself but some things need to be let out. Maybe talk to a friend about it. It's almost like keeping in your anger and never having to release it. So it bottles up until something happens and it comes out.. badly.

Like.. my friend had anger problems and hit someone.. not on purpose. His feelings were confused and he didnt know how to deal with it alone.. But now he's fighting at karate and going to gym to release his anger.

Also.. writing in a journal is good.

Just built trust between people and talk to them. Keeping things to yourself.. will stress you out.

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What makes you happy the most?

Friends.
Knowing that they care for me the way I do for them. I feel more complete and happy.. because I know that someone will always be there for me.. someway or another. They can always cheer me up so easily.

Life makes me happy.. a chance to live .. and make something of myself. Thinking about all the positives and possibilities ..

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what things turn girls on (things you could do to them, not type of people or ways to dress ext..)

-Kisses and soft nibbles on the neck
-Nibbling and breathing hot air onto her ear
-Some girls get turned on by kissing. Don't be a sloppy kisser.
-Certain smells can turn a girl on, you just need to get to know them. Like cologne or body odor [not bad BO btw]


There's many other things but it really depends on the girl. It's all different.

Some are turned on by muscle or soft hands touching them. [Your warm palm, i mean]

I hope I answered your question correctly.

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what is a good teqnique u should use when a guy is fingering a girl or what are some things a guy could do to a girl to please her besides sex

Just finger her and rub her clitoris at the same time. But gently, it really feels good.

It really depends on the girl.
Neck:
Massages!
Soft bites, kisses on the neck could feel really good too.
Slowly swirling your tongue around on her neck.
Blow hot breath near her ear and nibble on her ear. It really sends shivers throughout the body. Feels really good if you can get the technique right.

If you're looking for something specific, leave me something in my inbox.

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what do you think of sophomore year? i heard its harder than the freshman year whats the diffrence between freshman year and sophomore year? which one do you think it was better?

Sophomore is a bit easier because you are prepared for it. Usually. People don't look down at you because you're not a freshmen anymore. I really think the work is a lot more fun and easier to do. There's probably going to be a lot more big projects and group projects, so be prepared to work with other people. I think you have a bit more freedom because it's no longer your first year into high school. I also think you read more books this year, depends on your school. But since you're not really new, the teachers expect you to know the rules and follow them. There's basically no excuses anymore. Sophomore year has always been great for everyone, you get to come out of your shell and be friends with nearly everyone.

I thought it was fun. Freshmen year sucked really. You're new and people bring you down because you're "Freshmeat". Yes you could be friends with everyone at that year but people will always say something about freshmen behind their backs. You got a step up in the high school world. You're probably treated better before you're a 10th grader.

I don't know. Nothing's quite that new with work. You'll make a lot of new friends, if you're willing to be social with others. Overall my best year so far.

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when a girl says i just need time to get over him cuzz it wouldnt be fairr,i just need time to think'what does that acutally mean and how long do i have to wait to get my answer? i asked her out today.

It sounds like she got out of a relationship and is in the process of moving on. She doesn't want a relationship with you right now because she doesn't want to have feelings for her ex while she's with someone else. It will complicate things so much.

I wouldn't ask her again any time soon. It really depends but if you really like her.. You should keep her close and continue talking to her. :] But don't pressure her into an answer.. because it will probably be a No until she gets rid of her old feelings.

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My bf generally rubs my clit to turn me on...But it takes a lot of time...And I never had an orgasm...What is going wrong here...Is he rubbing the wrong place? If so where exactly is the clit...Also, are there any other ways to get an orgasm???

Does it feel good where he's rubbing? Like the clit is supposedly under a 'hood'

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clitoris

There's a picture pointing at it.

I think he needs to finger you and rub your clit at the same time. Maybe talk to him about that?

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It's like an Anime movie. Like Totoro, and Kiki's Delivery Service if you've ever heard of them. Well, I was wondering if anyone here knew of any more movies like that. Could you list them, or if you can only think of one I'd be just as happy. Thanks.

Castle in the Sky
Howl's Moving Castle
Whisper of the Heart
NausicaƤ of the Valley of the Wind

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hayao_Miyazaki

All the way down to.. Filmography

Maybe you'll be interested in his other movies? Since he did Spirited Away/Totoro/Kiki's Delivery Service
:]

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www.myspace.com/DanielleSomething
Ok I love this hairstyle, I just have no idea what the back of it looks like. So..help me out please? Thx! Oh, and do you think it would look ok on me? Heres mine.. www.myspace.com/brixmariex3 I'm just worried since ive never seen it on a wider/fatter type face its always on skinny faces. Yes I know I'm preppy, but I like the emo type hairstyles and the makeup.

Well basically the back is covered with blonde teased layers over brown... extensions I'm sure.
It's really hard to find pictures of the back of people's hair.

You face shape seems okay for the hair. I think more layers would be flattering on you actually.

Yeah I think you could do it without extensions but you're going to have to tease the hell out of it. Backcombing method.

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sorry, this is kinda long.


Okay, im in 8th grade.. but im graduating tomorrow.. so im pretty much a freshman.

This senior.. who is moving to college next year wants to hook up with me.

Hes like 17.

and july 22 is my half birthday so ill be 14.5

look at this convo on aim we had.

a= boy
l = me

A: dhcre;ugf re
l: shey
A: shey
A: ?
l: heyyy**
A: how you is
l: i is good, ytu?
A: pretty good
A: kinda bored tho nd really tired
l: same heeree.
l: i have graduation tomorrow :] are you going
A: y do like want me to go?
l: dont you have a brother in my grade?
A: no
l: oh.
l: nvm then
l: oh wait hes in 6thhh nvm.
A: yea
l: anywhoooo..
A: im
A: hot
l: c0ol
l: me too.
A: really
A: how
l: why dont you tell me
A: hmm idn ide have to see you
A: alone
l: oh reallyy.
A: mhm
A: wat do you say to that
l: when?
A: idn u tell me
l: well i cant tomorrow, thurs, fri sat or sun.
A: k
l: so idk afte rthat
A: mhm
l: waittt.
A: ughh
A: blow me psh
l: how old are you?
l: 17?
A: ya y
l: oh just wonderingg.
l: ew im only 14/5
l: 14.5*
A: soo
l: isnt that kinda wierd?
A: why
A: for what
l: that your like hitting on me?
A: who said im hitting on you
l: haha your likee.
l: i have to see for myself and that stuff then your like alone.
A: ok?

Do you think he wants something serious.. or just to get in my pants.

Through experience.. Seniors are rarely ever interested in younger girls [i mean sexually, not a serious relationship because soon they are off to college and can't stay around with that chick] Because guys at that age think they can take advantage of freshmen girls. :/ they think those girls are naive and whatnot, most of the time they are.

Well by the way he was talking.. he doesn't want anything serious.

Clues that he wants to get in your pants:

He said he wanted to see you alone.
--Because you said you were also 'hot'
which he probably took as a sexual commment.
--Then he said "blow me psh" blow job yeah.
He doesn't care about age.

Yeah I honestly wouldn't be alone with him at all. i would not trust him..

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15/f. I've never had a boyfriend before. And looking around me, I see people who have boyfriends. And it kind of tears me apart. I want to have a relationship like that with someone. I want to be close with someone. But I don't know how to go about doing that...getting one. I'm sometimes even embarrassed at the fact that there are 13 and 12 year olds who have had boyfriends, and those who've changed them many times. Do I care if he's older? No. I just really want one. Going on 16 and entering the 10th grade, I feel as though I will never get one. Is being smart a turn off? :( I wouldn't consider myself ugly either. But my self-confidence isn't that high. I don't have many real friends....which is why I want a boyfriend. Any help and advice would be very appreciated. =] Sorry for making it so long.

Younger relationships aren't considered to be real. Girls go through one guy to another so quickly at the age.. It's almost like to get attention. Being smart is not a turn off. Many guys like that. Just work with your self confidence. That's another thing that attracts guys. Since you said you don't have many real friends.. Maybe you should try getting closer to good people. Someone you can trust and built bonds between them. You need to put yourself out there. I'm not saying to dress up all skimpy, but to be more outgoing. Try to talk to everyone at school. Especially classmates.. even ask them if they have an extra pencil or paper. Just little things and people will notice you. Soon you'll make a good amount of friends. If you're outgoing, you're going to get noticed. So some guys are going to want to be your friend and maybe a little more. You just have to wait for the right guy/time. Don't get with someone because you really want a boyfriend though. You might not like them, i've had many friends make that mistake.

You could always join clubs to meet new people.

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how many of you girls shave 'down there'? what age did you start and why?


thanks!

13 or 14.
-I wanted to wear a bikini
-I dislike pubic hair
-It actually irritated my skin :/

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How come on YouTube when people play and sing along to acoustic versions of a song with the guitar, the word "cover" is almost always in the title? What does this mean?

A cover is when someone else performs a recorded song. Meaning another band or a person.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cover_version

Yup

One popular cover is "Landslide"

Stevie Nicks original song and the Dixie Chicks sang it & recorded it. So they did a Landslide cover.

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ok so when you go on the pill, how long does it take until you are actually protected? Like how long do you have to use it before you have sex?


k thanks.

Well most people say 1 month

but my doctor told me about 3 to 4 months to be completely sure.
And you have to use it correctly to be protected. Always take it at the same hour.

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me and my boyfriend have been dating for 8 months and we have never had a fight. my friend say this is a bad thing. should i be worried?

Nope. My friend said the same thing.. Which actually bothered me so much.. that it lead to fights. She was jealous.

Don't be worried.
Be happy.
You don't need to fight.
You sound like a happy couple.
You probably have had disagreements but you talk it through rather than fighting.

It's healthy both ways.
Some couples 'need' fighting in their relationship. But you sound like you don't!

But make sure you communicate with each other and everything will work out. :]

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I want to do blue or red highlights in my hair, but i want them to look like the start in the the middle, like fadding to getiing darker like this:

http://www.teenidols4you.com/picture.html?g=Actors&pe=ashley_tisdale&foto=554&act=527&mv=366&pic=63953

and this

http://www.teenidols4you.com/picture.html?g=Actors&pe=ashley_tisdale&foto=554&act=527&mv=366&pic=63951

and a video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucCCpk7-eWU&mode=related&search=

I like the highlights on the side sorta fadding out like that, if anyone knows how to do that, that would be a TON of help, THANKS!

Yes, the best idea is to go to a salon and bring a picture. Explain to them what you want. They are really good listeners and are trained to do what you want. But make sure you get a younger person to do it .. :x They will know how to do it.

But to me.. those look like extensions/ clip ins!

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Well I don't think you can do it.

When you dye your hair, it's going to come out as one color. it's not going to look faded until you wash your hair a lot.

Just go to a beauty store and buy clip ons

I've never seen anyone with their real hair.. dyed faded like that only when it was actually fading.

Those pictures aren't going to help anyone because Ashley Tisdale wears extensions..

/

Just highlight your hair. Do a SOAP CAP. It will fade it. Depends on how long you keep the cap on.

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14/f
my boyfriend fingers me sometimes and this white discharge comes out. it's different from the discharge before because this one comes out in clumps like little sticky dots, and i've found that there are little clumps of this discharge in my vagina even when i'm not engaged in sexual activity. i also see it sometimes on my underwear. what is this? do i have an sti or something? could it be a yeast infection?

It does seem like a yeast infection if it's in clumps.
It could also mean you're going to get your period soon.

If it has a certain smell or change in color, then it's probably a yeast infection.

I would go to the doctors though so they can give you the cream or see what else it could be.

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Okayy my questions are..
-what does a mosquitto do when it bites you?
-what makes it itch?
-and i also heard the only the people that are allergic to mosquittos, feel the itching. is this truee?
(please no websites..just answers and i already tried to google it and i found nothing)
thanks

It stabs it's mouthparts into your skin and injects her saliva into it.

The saliva is irritating. Your skin becomes sensitive to the foreign proteins and causes red itchy bumps.

Nope. Everyone feels the itching. I'm allergic to their bites.. For me.. the mosquito bite is really itchy and doesn't go away quickly because it swells up slightly.

Eh?
I found information on google.

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I have wavy red hair a little below my shoulder. I want a cute hairstyle either my current length or a little shorter. My face is fuller and I don't want a haircut that would make my face look bigger.

Here's a pic of me:
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y294/mvinlover/Extra/l_8073facd243328ec72e2cfdf30145dbc.jpg

Any help will be appreciated.

Since your forehead is a bit small, I would stay away from straight across bangs.

I would get your hair thinned out and layered a bit :]

Curly or wavy hair will look best with your face shapes.

get yourself a style that has more volume on top and less volume on the sides. it will make your face look more oval

Length? Shoulder length or chin length would look good.

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