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GREIGE
(gray + beige)
JUST THE RIGHT HIGHLITES
Time for a New DO
COLOR & CUT TRENDS
MEDIUM LENGTH LAYERED
SUMMER
TIME for NEW LOOK
SPRING TIME
MESSY LOOK
TRENDING CUTS AND COLOURS
SARASOTA WINTER LOOK
FALL COLORS
SUN KISSED
TOUCH OF
RED
LOB
(long bob)
SHAG CUT
SUMMER PASTELS
6
Essential Summer Hair Care Tips
1. Know Your Hair Type
You can try all the hair care tips on the internet but it wouldn’t do you any good if you don’t know what type of hair you have. If you have fine hair, for example, you shouldn’t use shampoo and conditioner made for those with medium or thick hair. That’s because your hair has less protein. You need products that give volume and strength and not weigh it down. Now, if you have medium to thick hair, you’ll want products that will give it a softer texture. You’ll also want to determine the condition of your hair and scalp. If you’ve had your hair colored, you have to be careful not to over wash it.
2. Shampoo less
That’s right at a time when you may feel like you want to shampoo more often, you need to do just the opposite. Summer heat and sun exposure are very drying. Shampoo can rob hair of its natural oils, thereby creating a vicious cycle of dryness. Cut back on shampooing if possible. Perhaps, one of the best hair care tips I can give is to follow tips from pros and not from generic shampoo labels. Everyone knows to lather and rinse after shampooing or conditioning. But is it really necessary to repeat everything? I’ve already talked about not over washing your hair. So it should make sense for you not to do everything twice. If you’re using the right product, it should be good enough to wash away build-up. Lather, Rinse and Don’t Repeat.
3. Embrace conditioner
Dry hair needs extra TLC in the form of moisture - namely conditioner. You may wish to use a leave-in conditioner during the summer, especially on days when you will be in the sun for long periods. In addition, summer is a time to schedule deep conditioning treatments. You can visit me for deep conditioning or do it yourself at home. Find a conditioner designed to replenish moisture, apply, place a shower cap over your hair and leave on for as long as possible.
4. Avoid heated styling tools
Your hair is already exposed to enough heat in the summer you don’t want to exacerbate it with the blow dryer, flat iron, and curling iron. Lay off these damaging tools and go au naturel whenever possible. If you absolutely must style with a blow dryer or flat iron in the summer, consider using a leave-in conditioner before styling your hair.
5. Protect your hair from chlorine
That pool looks so cool and inviting—and it is, just not for your hair. You don’t have to stay out of the pool for the summer. Just use some common sense, especially if you have color-treated hair. The best way to handle chlorine is with a little preventive strategy. Before you enter the pool, get your hair as wet (not pool water) as possible. This will prevent your hair from absorbing too much chlorine. Immediately rinse your hair after swimming and shampoo and condition as soon as possible afterward.
6. Try Organic Hair Products
One of the best hair care tips I offer clients who want to try something new is to give organic products a try. If your usual shampoo and conditioner don’t seem to be working as well as they used to, a switch may be in order. I recommend sulfate-free products when you have color-treated hair or if you’ve had a Keratin treatment. Sulfates are also not advisable if you have dry or damaged hair.
It’s more important to look at the pH of the products you’re using. When choosing products, you have to go for those that have a pH level of 4.5 to 5.5. You should also choose conditioners that are low in silicones.Have a great hair day at the beach and pool.
Brandy
SHORT
SUMMER CUTS
COLOR MELTING
WHAT IS COLOR MELTING?
With color melting, the colors in your hair should blend together so flawlessly that you shouldn’t be able to tell where one hair color ends and another begins. Color melting is a technique that blends highlights with the base color of your hair so there’s no harsh lines or clear distinction between the different colors.
Big Bold Colors
Everything you wanted to know about Balayage.
What is balayage?
Balayage is a French word meaning to sweep or to paint. It’s a freehand hair coloring technique that gives a really blended natural look with no harsh or obvious regrowth lines.
Balayage allows for a sun-kissed natural looking hair color, with softer, less noticeable re-growth. The principal idea being less is more when creating a natural, multi-tonal finish. The technique uses patches of light and shade to create multiple dimensions to the color.
It’s a great method if you want to refresh your color but don’t want to go for a bold color overhaul.
How is balayage applied?
Balayage is painted on the surface of the hair strand and not saturated through the section until the very tips. This ensures a smooth, blended stroke of color. It can also be called a freehand technique because no foil or meche are used to create the highlights.
How long does it take to do balayage?
The depth of balayage can vary so much from a few small highlights that will only take a matter of minutes to a full on, triple process look that can take up to 3 hours. Though it can take quite a long time to do a multi-tonal, layered balayage compared to regular color the benefit of the application means you will be able to leave longer between your next color appointment. If you want a few balayage babylights this may take as little as 45 minutes.
What sets it apart from traditional hair coloring?
Balayage is quite different to traditional highlights because no foil is used and the color is painted on freehand. The finished result is less uniform than typical highlights. If you’ve ever been worried about having stripey color after a visit to the hairdressers, balayage is a sure way to avoid that harsh contrast between colors – especially if you’re going blonder.
The color created is totally bespoke to you and can even be placed in a way to compliment or distract attention away from certain features on the face.
What’s making it so popular recently?
Ten years ago balayage wasn’t the coloring phenomenon it is today, it’s quite a specific method of coloring that hasn’t been widely taught until recently. Balayage is especially popular with celebrities and is a classic look for the red carpet.
Does it require a lot of maintenance?
Typically balayage requires far less maintenance than traditional color because it grows out beautifully and there are no strong regrowth lines. It also means you can wait for longer between appointments so it’s the perfect technique for a modern, busy woman.
If you want to make your balayage last as long as possible, opt for a babylight – it’s the most subtle type of color you can go for. Investing in some good quality color care styling products is also advisable to keep your color looking fresh for longer.
Is it suitable for all hair types/lengths?
It works on both light and dark hair depending on how much lighter you want to go and all hair textures. Whether it’s straight, wavy or curly the color will still work well and look great.
The technique is particularly popular amongst celebrities with long, textured hair as it creates a beautiful, beachy style.
How long does balayage last?
One of the biggest perks of balayage is that it doesn’t require as much upkeep as traditional color. The blended finish means you can leave longer between your salon appointments, depending on the style of balayage.
What’s the difference between ombre and balayage?
Balayage is a totally blended hair look, there are no lines or blocks of color and the graduation between shades is much more subtle. Some lengths of the hair are kept darker for a seamless color finish.
Ombre hair has a more defined contrast between the roots and tips of the hair with color starting mid-way down the strands. Ombre color is a more noticeable, statement look compared to Balayage.
Does balayage work on grey hair?
Balayage works for all colors but the only thing is it won’t cover grey hair, it will only help blend in the grey to disguise it so if you want full coverage for greys it might not be the right choice for you.
What makes it timeless?
Balayage creates a totally bespoke, personalized color finish. Healthy, natural looking hair will always be ‘in’ which is why the technique has remained popular for so many years. Depending on what you’re looking for the finish can be subtle or quite bold. It’s the ability to completely tailor the color effect that makes this such a popular color choice.
If you have more questions ask me on your next visit.
Balayage is a French word meaning to sweep or to paint. It’s a freehand hair coloring technique that gives a really blended natural look with no harsh or obvious regrowth lines.
Balayage allows for a sun-kissed natural looking hair color, with softer, less noticeable re-growth. The principal idea being less is more when creating a natural, multi-tonal finish. The technique uses patches of light and shade to create multiple dimensions to the color.
It’s a great method if you want to refresh your color but don’t want to go for a bold color overhaul.
How is balayage applied?
Balayage is painted on the surface of the hair strand and not saturated through the section until the very tips. This ensures a smooth, blended stroke of color. It can also be called a freehand technique because no foil or meche are used to create the highlights.
How long does it take to do balayage?
The depth of balayage can vary so much from a few small highlights that will only take a matter of minutes to a full on, triple process look that can take up to 3 hours. Though it can take quite a long time to do a multi-tonal, layered balayage compared to regular color the benefit of the application means you will be able to leave longer between your next color appointment. If you want a few balayage babylights this may take as little as 45 minutes.
What sets it apart from traditional hair coloring?
Balayage is quite different to traditional highlights because no foil is used and the color is painted on freehand. The finished result is less uniform than typical highlights. If you’ve ever been worried about having stripey color after a visit to the hairdressers, balayage is a sure way to avoid that harsh contrast between colors – especially if you’re going blonder.
The color created is totally bespoke to you and can even be placed in a way to compliment or distract attention away from certain features on the face.
What’s making it so popular recently?
Ten years ago balayage wasn’t the coloring phenomenon it is today, it’s quite a specific method of coloring that hasn’t been widely taught until recently. Balayage is especially popular with celebrities and is a classic look for the red carpet.
Does it require a lot of maintenance?
Typically balayage requires far less maintenance than traditional color because it grows out beautifully and there are no strong regrowth lines. It also means you can wait for longer between appointments so it’s the perfect technique for a modern, busy woman.
If you want to make your balayage last as long as possible, opt for a babylight – it’s the most subtle type of color you can go for. Investing in some good quality color care styling products is also advisable to keep your color looking fresh for longer.
Is it suitable for all hair types/lengths?
It works on both light and dark hair depending on how much lighter you want to go and all hair textures. Whether it’s straight, wavy or curly the color will still work well and look great.
The technique is particularly popular amongst celebrities with long, textured hair as it creates a beautiful, beachy style.
How long does balayage last?
One of the biggest perks of balayage is that it doesn’t require as much upkeep as traditional color. The blended finish means you can leave longer between your salon appointments, depending on the style of balayage.
What’s the difference between ombre and balayage?
Balayage is a totally blended hair look, there are no lines or blocks of color and the graduation between shades is much more subtle. Some lengths of the hair are kept darker for a seamless color finish.
Ombre hair has a more defined contrast between the roots and tips of the hair with color starting mid-way down the strands. Ombre color is a more noticeable, statement look compared to Balayage.
Does balayage work on grey hair?
Balayage works for all colors but the only thing is it won’t cover grey hair, it will only help blend in the grey to disguise it so if you want full coverage for greys it might not be the right choice for you.
What makes it timeless?
Balayage creates a totally bespoke, personalized color finish. Healthy, natural looking hair will always be ‘in’ which is why the technique has remained popular for so many years. Depending on what you’re looking for the finish can be subtle or quite bold. It’s the ability to completely tailor the color effect that makes this such a popular color choice.
If you have more questions ask me on your next visit.
