How can i do my picture like this ?

Question

http://a221.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/119/l_e2590eb06816e3246f17270b7a9d22cc.jpg

i want to know what effect that is and where ? if you cant see the effect look at this young ladys hair you can see what i mean !

i have posted this question before with a different photo but noone know what i meant so she is a godo example on the pic

please hlep

Answer 1

Use filters in photoshop.

Despeckle, Gaussian Blur, Sharpen, Posterize or any combination thereof.

You will need to adjust the pixel amount and percentage for each in order to get the exact look you want.

Answer 2

Looks like it was by adjusting "Highlights" in Picasa.