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HOW-TO: Cool, Rooty Blonde Using L'Anza Color
A cool, ashy blonde melts into buttery tones with pearly accents in this rooted blonde formula. Customized color was achieved by over-directing color placement in front of the face, using L'Anza color. FORMULA & APPLICATIONNatural ...
by Jamie Newman
HOW-TO: Ombre With Red Tones Using Beth Minardi Signature
Take a brunette ombre to the next level with shots of red for this "cherry bombre". Using this placement technique from Beth Minardi Signature, your client will rock a beautiful, auburn look. FORMULA & APPLICATIONNatural level ...
by Jamie Newman
A 12-Step Series of Small Changes to Improve Health
Throughout May, the Healthy Hairdresser Challenge is asking participants to share “one simple change” you intend to make in order to improve your body, spirit or business. Everyone who takes the May Challenge is eligible to win a ...
It’s Not Vain to Mind Veins!
Varicose and spider veins are a common problem for people who stand all day, so it’s no surprise that veins can be a professional hazard for hairdressers. They emerged as a concern in Healthy Hairdresser’s original research conducted ...
THE FIX: Damaged To Rich Deep Chocolate in 2 Steps!
Asil Simsek (@asilsmsk) of Val el Salon and Spa, NYC, says this guest, who found him on Instagram, dealt with a tough challenge of bringing this heavily damaged head of hair back to life.Here, Simsek shares how he utilized the existing color to ...
FORMULA: Balayage For A Bright Blonde
"Courtney was actually a new client who found me through social media," says Amanda Rae (@hairby.amandarae) of Amara Salon and Spa (@amarasalonandspa), Regina, Saskatchewan. "She came in with about 2" of regrowth from a ...
TRANSFORMATION: Almost Virgin To Super Blonde
Taylor Waldrep ( @temptresstay) of Heaven The Salon Experience, Winchester, VA (@heavensalon) says this client with level 5 client with grown out highlights was ready to go super blonde.Here Walderp shares the how-to:Step 1: Using Paul ...
HOW-TO: Pops of Jewel Tones Using Pravana Haircolor
We like to call this one the "hidden treasure" technique. This technique replicates the variance in tones and dimension found in a perfectly cut gem. The flashes of spectral colors and brilliance found in jewels are only evident after ...
by Jamie Newman
HOW-TO: Multidimensional Lavender Using GKHair Color
As precious as the complexity of crystals, amethyst defines an array of colors and brings a distinct character to anyone who possesses it. This color replicates the multidimensional facets of the lavender jewel. FORMULA & ...
by Jamie Newman
Are You Trending? Entries for Wella Professionals Trend Vision 2016 Due May 15
Interested in challenging yourself and championing your industry? Wella Professionals Trend Vision 2016 competition is accepting entries until this Sunday, May 15.To enter, fill out an entry form online. Wella Trend Vision offers ...
by Anne Moratto
HOW-TO: Pastel Colormelt Using Pulp Riot Color
Who says cool colors can't beckon warm weather? Using Pulp Riot haircolor, get your clients painted pretty with these three shades that are blurred and melted to create a soft, summery look. FORMULA AND APPLICATION:Natural level ...
by Jamie Newman
TRANSFORMATION: Going For A "Cooler" Warm
Timothy Michael (@Timothy_michael_hair), a blonde specialist & the owner of Studio 222, Virginia Beach, Virginia, says this new guest originally asked for a retouch. "She had her grown out blonde that was a tad too brassy, with her ...
FORMULA: Sunset Melt
Tiffany Blair (@tblair.hair), a Goldwell Regional Artistic Team member, was inspired by the bright colors of the sunset.The artist, based at G20 Salon & Spa, Boston, Mass, shares the HOW-TO, using all Goldwell products:Regrowth: ...
Razor Cutting 101 - To Razor or not to Razor?
Razor cutting can be a valuable skill as a hairstylist - and it can add a lot of "effects" that traditional shears cannot do.According to Master Razor Cutter Nick Arrojo and NaturallyCurly.com, using a razor helps add more ...
Andis Sponsoring Premiere Barber Challenge at Premiere Orlando
Andis will be sponsoring the inaugural Premiere Barber Challenge at Premiere Orlando, June 5-6, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The freestyle men's haircutting comeptition is an opportunity for licensed ...
by Lauren Quick
6 Steps to a Rockstar Referral Program
One of the best ways to grow your salon business is to implement a solid referral strategy. We recently asked the Sola community what their number 1 source of new leads is…it’s no surprise that 45% said referrals! Another fun stat? ...
by Anne Moratto
TRANSFORMATION: "Hidden Fun" Peek-a-boo Fantasy Haircolor
What do you do with a client who has a conservative job but wants to be adventurous with her haircolor at the same time? Here's an option! Try the peek-a-boo technique!Amy Godo (@color_ahead) of JV Hair Design Salon in Stratford, ...