How-To
It&ly Hairfashion Formula: Savannah Tan by Federica Trerè
Federica Trerè quickly added dimension and body to brunette color with this It&ly Hairfashion technique.
CHI Formula: Swirl Technique by Patrick Kalle
Farouk Systems Artistic Director Patrick Kalle created this look from the CHI Move collection, showcasing tons of direction and movement by using diagonal layering.
Eufora Formula: Beach Balayage by Mirza Batanovic
Mirza Batanovic, Eufora style director, creates a bold statement with Eufora’s beach-inspired balayage. It's a look that works well on men, too!
Aveda Formula: Eclipting Technique by Ian Michael Black
Ian Michael Black, Aveda global artistic director for hair color, implements the "eclipting" technique, focusing color at the front hairline to flatter the face shape and complement the cut.
Aloxxi Formula: Corset Placement by Marilyn Cole, Rocco and Peggy Wright
With a touch of romantic influence, this Aloxxi technique creates a corset of color with the focal point on the top and sides. Minimal color placement creates maximum impact.
HOW-TO: Velvet-Wrapped Ponytail
Celebrity stylist Laurie Heaps (@_hairbylaurie) embraced one of fall's biggest fashion trends when creating this look for Disney Channel star Rowan Blanchard—velvet!Heaps used a velvet ribbon she found at Joanne Fabrics, but she says ...
by Jamie Newman
Alfaparf Milano Formula: Sun-Spun Splendor
The Alfaparf Milano colorist team created a warm brunette with natural progression that imitates the gradient of a warm sunrise sky.
Rusk Formula: Silver Chic
Polished silver gets a modern, youthful laid-back twist with Rusk’s light-reflecting shades of gray swept into a perfectly imperfect bun.
Pravana Formula: Express Beach Babe by Nikki Lee
Pravana artist Nikki Lee elevates the beach-babe blonde look by quickly adding pops of bright strands that would normally require multiple formulations. The new Blonde Wand tool by Pravana makes it possible in seconds.
Goldwell Formula: Creamy Sherbet by Rosa Hawkins
Goldwell National Artist Rosa Hawkins creates a creamy, neutral background punctuated by Goldwell hues of lemon, orange and tangerine to create a sophisticated look with a playful edge.
Makeover: Hot Pink To Ocean Storm
Jon Alexander Frawley (@jonnystylez), a color and balayage specialist at Bangz Salon and Wellness Spa, Montclair, New Jersey, says, "This client, a young women who runs her own landscaping company, can have ANY hair color she ...
Color Correction: Update and Tone To Pretty Platinum
Claire Baxter (@hairwithclaire) of Sarah Doyle hair by design (@sdhairbydesign), Mount Eliza, Melbourne, Australia, says "Hair is my absolute love and passion. I love the fact that I can make people feel great about ...
Makeover: Addressing Tone and Texture For The Perfect Blonde
Jessica Gish (@jzstyles.salon), from American Fork, Utah, shares the formula that transformed this blonde from too gold to just perfect. "Her hair is very curly and frizzy," says Gish. "She has always had 'yellow toned' ...
Silver Goodness After Removing Violet
"Silver goodness," says Rachel Willis (@rw_hair), a hairdresser in Perth, Australia, needed to removed some stubborn color before transforming her client to this shining, bright tone. "Oplaplex had my back when we needed to ...
by Anne Moratto
Cherry Coke Color Formula
Erin Vroman (@iwearblackallday) is a barber/stylist with an impressive body of work. This color was inspired by Cherry Coke, and the subtle play between deep cherry red and rich chocolate tones.TIGI Copyright ColourFormula: 66/65 + 55/22 + ...
by Anne Moratto
Makeover: Level 3 To Titanium Ice
Katrina Law (@thelawofhair) owner of Francine's Beauty Bar located in Bowie, Maryland, says, "When my client came in, her hair was a dark brown color, about a level 3." Well all that was about to change. Here Law shares the ...
Makeover: Pastel Rainbow Shadow Roots
Kenna Dupuis (@kennaleeann_hairstylist) put together a look meant to "turn heads" on co-worker Hannah McKay (@dolledupbyhannah). Hannah came to Kenna with an idea of doing pastel rainbow roots. They bounced ideas off one ...