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COLOR CORRECTION: Blended Ashy Brunette With Soft Balayage
For this color correction, Caitlin Ashjian, hair colorist at Taboo Haircare (Instagram’s @taboohaircare) wanted to make her client’s hair look as blended and natural as possible. “I wanted to give her an ashier, lighter tone all over, but still working with a base color close to her natural color so it wouldn’t involve that much upkeep.”
HOW-TO: Magenta/Pink Hair Color Using Pravana & ColorMelting
Hair Colorist Shannon Gabbour created this look for her client (and new mom!) Sammy. “It was quite a process!” she says. Gabbour’s color inspiration came from a gorgeous orchid bouquet and its multiple shades of violet. We think she was pretty spot on with the final result!
The Difference Between Warm, Cool and Neutral Blondes
Need help deciphering exactly what the difference is between warm, cool and neutral blondes? Try putting together a compilation of your own work to show your clients the difference. Here's a visual guide to show you the differences.
The Evolution of Blonde: We’ve Come a Long Way
Thanks to the evolution of hair color and hair care technology, blondes and would-be blondes now have a lot more options available to preserve the health and integrity of their hair.
Toned Down: Color That Wows But Doesn't Steal the Spotlight
Toned Down collection by Organic Salon Systems' Rebecca Gregory and Jennifer Andrews featured in July 2014 Modern Salon.
HOW-TO: Damage-free Sunkissed Ombre Using Hair Extensions
In this step-by-step Emily Kempf colorist and Great Lengths Extensions specialist at Fresh Salon on Music Row in Nashville, Tennessee created a "Haute Hippie" sunkissed ombre look using Great Lengths Extensions.
A Modern Edge to Classic Styles in the 2014 World Cup
Players of the 2014 World Cup have paid special attention to their hair to establish their own unique identities on the field – and we’ve noticed! From classic hard parts to slicked back height to lighter, brighter accent pieces, these team players know how to attract their own personal fans.
An ARE YOU KIDDING Color Correction: HOW TO and Formula Here
Scary challenge or fun challenge? Let's see how Cassandra McGlaughlin handled this correction.
HOW-TO: Platinum Blonde Highlights on Virgin Dirty Blonde Hair
Who doesn't love flawless platinum blonde highlights? We have the how-to for you by Alexa Mansa, colorist at Salon Couture!
COLOR CORRECTION: Brassy Blonde to Sombre Brunette Using Balayage
Helen Erickson (Instagram's @HairXHelen), colorist at Sola Salons gives us the formula for this color correction: brassy blonde to sombre brunette.
Goldwell's New Campaign Celebrates Blondies
From high-end natural to bright platinum, blonde hair color can be as unique as the clients who sport it. Goldwell’s “We Love Blonde” campaign celebrates each blonde variation as special and individual with customizable techniques and tools.
6 Tips To Maximizing Advanced Education
Learn more about the Eva Scrivo Academy and the importance of advanced eduction for the master colorist. Here Scrivo offers her 6 tips on HOW TO make the most out of advanced education.
FORMULA HOW-TO: From Major Outgrowth to Major Radiance
Frank Diaz (Frankd322 on Instagram) from Salon Beauty Bar in Sherman Oaks, CA had a client with six months of outgrowth and a starting natural color of Level 5. He brought her back to a beautiful wheat blonde that left both of them smiling.
by Anne Moratto
HOW-TO: Poison Ivy Nails with Vine Effects
For the Blonds Fall/Winter 2014 runway show, CND's team of Education Ambassadors created 23 unique "good girl gone bad" nail designs in the CND Design lab. Learn how to translate this mini-masterpiece into a DIY wearable work of art. Here, learn the Poison Ivy nail design by CND Education Ambassador, Amanda Fontanarrosa.
HOW-TO: "Jewel Thief" Nails with Swarovski Crystals
For the Blonds Fall/Winter 2014 runway show, CND's team of Education Ambassadors created 23 unique "good girl gone bad" nail designs in the CND Design lab. Learn how to translate this mini-masterpiece into a DIY wearable work of art. Here, learn the "Jewel Thief" nail design (with Swarovski Crystals!)
HOW-TO: Pink (or Red) Panther Nails
For the Blonds Fall/Winter 2014 runway show, CND's team of Education Ambassadors created 23 unique "good girl gone bad" nail designs in the CND Design lab. Learn how to translate this mini-masterpiece into a DIY wearable work of art. Here, learn the Pink (or Red) Panther look!
What's Hot in Summer Hair Color
Hair color is constantly evolving, with new tones identified and exciting techniques adopted by expert colorists. Colorist Leslie Shores at Chicago's Maxine Salon shares what hair colors and techniques she recognizes as emerging trends.