Wedding and engagement photoshoots used to be something only the rich and the famous could afford. With the advance of technology, however, photography services became easily accessible by all. Then came the need to create ever more entertaining, innovative, and original photos that the bride and groom can flaunt in front of their friends and relatives. And while many great ideas were born in the process, there are others that weren’t as great. One of them is doing a photoshoot on train tracks.

The Dangers of Train Track Photoshoots

There were more than 1,239 incidents of people trespassing on the train tracks this September in the UK alone. There were a total of 5,100 cases there between June and September, which is a 17% increase compared to last year. One of these incidents got more attention in the news because it was caught on camera by a passerby and broadcasted on the UK’s CCTV.

British actor Ellis Hollins (known for his role in Hollyoaks) was also on the list of people carrying out this kind of infringement. After he posted pictures on social media of him from a train-themed photoshoot, he was forced to make a public apology. Ellis admitted to being careless and irresponsible in a potentially dangerous situation.

As a result of the increase of trespassing cases, the British Transport Police (BTP) and Network Rail launched a campaign called You vs Train to raise awareness of young people crossing the tracks and putting their lives in danger.

Posing on Train Tracks Isn’t a New Trend

In terms of wedding photography, striking a pose on train tracks with your significant other isn’t a rising trend. It’s been around for quite some time, although people were more careful then, often choosing tracks that are out of use as the backdrop of their photos. It’s a safe choice that helps to eliminate the risk of passing trains. Clever, right?

You would think that behind every head of springing and bouncy curls is a girl who knows how to treat her hair before and after showering. However, that’s not always the case. Not everyone with curls knows how to properly care for them to have them thrive. Certain mistakes can lead to a lot of curl damage, but even the smallest change in your before/after showering techniques can make a huge difference in the appearance of your curly hair.

Curly hair typically has to be treated way differently than any other type of hair. This is because it’s a naturally-dryer type of hair. Some of the most common curl-care mistakes happen before and after you shower. Here are some hacks that you may want to try to ensure that your curls are thriving more often than not.

1. Use a Shampoo Specifically for Curly Hair

A general curly-hair rule is that silicone-based shampoos should be avoided at all costs. These can build on the hair causing a barrier to form that limits moisture absorption. This can cause brittle strands of hair. For coarse curly hair, the best shampoo is a heavily moisturizing one. Thinner and finer curly hair should have a regular shampoo but heavier conditioner.

2. Remove Scalp Buildup

Most curls are styled using various styling products like dry shampoo or curl mousse. However, this can lead to product buildup which can weight your hair, and your curls, down. Doing a weekly cleansing or detoxing to remove buildup and residue can revive your hair. Be sure to use products that won’t strip your hair of its natural oils.

3. Use a Cotton or Microfiber Towel When Drying Hair

The main reason you might have frizzy or dry curls is that you’re using the wrong towel to dry your hair after you’ve washed it. To have bouncy and thriving curls, you’re going to want to use a cotton or microfiber towel or even a cotton t-shirt. This is how you can remove some of the moisture without pulling out the hair, causing breakage, or negatively impacting your curls.

4. Use a Proper Detangling Comb

Curly hair gets tangled, but one of the biggest mistakes is brushing/combing your hair in the shower while it’s wet. That’s when your hair is the most fragile, and it can easily be pulled out or broken. Use the right detangling comb like the Wet Brush comb and start from the bottom up.

5. Use Dry Shampoo Sparingly

Shampooing your curly hair every day is a big mistake, but using the right kind of dry shampoo can give you that freshly washed hair without having to do the job. Keep in mind, dry shampoo shouldn’t be used to replace a regular wash, but it can be used to absorb extra moisture on non-wash days.