Color
Foilyage, Low Lights and Perfect Toning For the Win!
Get the details for this color correction using foilyage, low lights and perfect toning for a dramatic finish.
Teasylights and Balayage For Royal Results
Alyssa Wiener (@alyssawiener), a master stylist at Whip Salon in Westport, CT., says new client Lynette “has always wanted to go her favorite color, purple. I was so excited to make that dream come true for her!”
New Client, New Look
This virgin haired client decided it was time for a new look. It took almost 9 hours, but was worth the wait.
How-To: Dimensional Brunette with Extensions
Ulta Beauty Design Team member Cristina Rodriguez shares her color formula (plus her two secret tips for clip-in extensions) in this video tutorial.
by Mary Kaleta
MAKEOVER: From Blonde To Pink (Consultation Is Key)
This guest initially came in wanting a consultation as she was interested in pastel hair, but unsure of exactly what she wanted. After a deep conversation, both client and colorist agreed on a gorgeous pink.
Going For the PERFECT Red/Copper Melt
Samantha Daly was "in heaven" when her new client requested anything in the red or copper family. This melt is magical.
Color How-To: Neon Peach
Vibrant hair color specialst Emily Boulin shares her steps and formula during this video tutorial.
by Mary Kaleta
2 Steps To A Better Blend
Although this looks like a more complicated correction, this client's new colorist was able to offer a better blend in just two steps.
Babylights, Balayage and Teasylights For That Bombshell Result
This client was ready to take her blonde to the next level. It took just three steps, including balayage, baby lights and teasylights, to get her to that bombshell result!
FOILING TIP: How-To Create A Stenciled Foil (and WHY!)
Learn how-to create your own stenciled foils. More importantly - learn WHY this is a good idea for colorists working with foils.
MAKEOVER: From Level 2/3 To Ashy Ice
Get the details for this 6.5 hour transformation, from level 2/3 to an ashy/icy finish.
From Sun-kissed To Icy Platinum In One Session
"My client came to me with completely virgin hair, every hair stylists dream," Daisy Goord says. "Her dream was to always go platinum white blonde and because her base was so perfect this could be achieved in one appointment!"
GETTING RED RIGHT: 5 Tips To Creating and Maintaining the Perfect Color
As most colorists know, red can be challenging. Shade selection, formulating and maintaining the color has stumped many a salon pro. Cossondra Kaeding, a Redken Brand Ambassador and color expert, shares her top five tips to making the experience great for both the colorist and client.
Wet Balayage Can Become Your Go-To When Highlighting Short Hair
Naturally, the way to approach short hair for a color service is different than that of medium or longer lengths. Short hair has its own set of best practices.
by Jamie Newman
Going From Blonde to Red: Tips, Pricing and a Warning
The journey from blonde to red can be interesting. Learn how to introduce your client to the new shade, as well as charge for it. This post comes with a warning!
From Virgin Dark Brown to Rosy Goodness
Along the way, the colorist ran into some 'at-home' color that wasn't quite so temporary. See how she met this challenge and learn her formulas and process.
by Anne Moratto
Sometimes the Answer Is a Quick Toner/Gloss Appointment
And a secret few ingredients. Get the formula and some color wheel smarts that helped a colorist achieve this correction, and fast.
by Anne Moratto