Maybe you already know that a ton of celebrities, as well as some everyday women, wear lace wigs on a regular basis, but you don't know a whole lot about the process of choosing, buying and caring for this particular hair enhancement.

Well, I've got a special treat, in the form of an exclusive interview. Annette Jones, of California Lace Wigs & Weaves, was kind enough to answer some questions about lace wigs, how to shop and who to buy from (very important!) and what makes her company stand out from the many others out there. This interview should answer many of your questions if you're new to wigs, weaves and extensions. Not only will you get some important information about application and care, you can also check out a helpful video that details the process.

Quality is so important when it comes to hair additions, so choosing a company like CLWW that offers hand-crafted human hair enhancements is definitely the smart way to go when you want the best look possible.

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If you travel a lot, or just need a small, portable flat iron for those quick touch-ups, then you may want to check out the NuMe Mini.

It has the ceramic technology you want in a tiny size, and it heats up very quickly, which are pluses. It heats to over 400 degrees, but you can't adjust the temperature on this little iron, so that was a downer for me.

Pros:

• Small enough to toss into a purse
• Extremely lightweight
• Versatile enough to straighten, flip or curl hair

Cons

• Too small to be effective on very thick hair
• Non-adjustable temperature

This is a great iron to tote along, but it'll work better on shorter, already-straightened hair. If you need to bump your bangs or give your bob a little flip on the ends, the NuMe mini is perfect for that. If you're in the market for something a little heavier and adjustable, you can find other options at the NuMe site.

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I have to tell you about a fantastic product I recently tried from BE Beverly Hills.

The Inspired Daily Shine & Repair Serum with Argan Oil is a keeper. I will say I saw a big difference using it on straightened hair vs. natural. So, if your hair is pressed, ironed or relaxed, this is a great product to try. I got the best results applying it to dry hair, either before or after styling. I focused on the ends, and I'm telling you, this serum will not weigh your hair down. If you like that "bouncy and behavin'" look, this is for you.

It's lightweight enough to use daily; I experienced no build-up after several days. It smells delicious and is full of good-for-your-hair natural oils. Other benefits:

• Gives amazing shine
• Softens dry hair
• A little goes a long way

There's no need to apply a ton of this product, as two to three pumps are more than enough to treat even long hair (if your hair is short, one pump will do the trick). Rub it between your palms, smooth over your tresses and you'll notice the difference.

Although I rarely straighten my hair, when I do, this serum is on my must-have list of products to use.

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When trying out new products, how many trials do you give them before giving up? In my really bad product junkie days, I'd try something out once -- if it didn't give me the results I wanted, under the sink it went. Not surprisingly, the space underneath my bathroom sink soon became clogged and unmanageable. Bottles, jars, cans and more began piling up in my little cabinet graveyard.

Since then, I've learned a thing or two about testing new hair stuff. I try it once. Doesn't work the way I want? I try it again. Maybe I need to try it with soaking wet hair or freshly shampooed hair. Maybe it works fine if I use something else with it.

I know, this sounds like a lot of experimentation and it is. But if I'd given up on coconut oil the first time I used it (without doing research), it may have ended up in my dark under-the-sink space next to some mousse I had no business buying.

Luckily, I did some reading up on it, so I wasn't dismayed to find out it didn't make my hair super soft the first time I put in on my fresh-out-the-shower head. It did feel slightly rough, which probably would've made me panic if I wasn't expecting it. But once my hair dried, it was soft and not weighed down. Since then, I know that coconut oil on my wet hair isn't going to feel fantastic, but once it dries, I get good results.

So today's lesson is: Don't give up on a hair product if you only use it once. Try it again. And once again. I think a minimum of three trials will give you a better idea on whether or not it's a keeper.