Hair tip of the day: Buy a top-notch flatiron!

There are many different flatirons on the market and all are not created equal. There are many qualities that make a flatiron great. Here's what to look for:
1) The plates should be made to come together flatly, with no gap. There should be no gaps around the plates. The gaps could be so tiny that you don't see them, so test the iron first. If you feel your hair being pulled out or see hair in the flatiron, the plates are not set in well.
2) Ceremanic plates are best. They are smoother than metal & therefore gentler on the hair.
3) The temperature should be at least 400• and should have a heat adjuster (finer hair can use a lower temp). The heat should remain consistent. If you are swiping each strand of hair three times, it's not hot enough.

A great flatiron will cost $200-$300 but will last 10+ years. It's worth the investment!:)

Hair tip of the day: Beware of the Trim!

Some people balk at the price of a good haircut. When asked what my prices are, sometimes the reply is "But it's just a trim!". There really is no such thing as a trim. A haircut is a haircut, no matter the amount taken off. It should be shaped, blown dry and then checked. Places that cut the hair into a basic shape and don't dry and check it, will most likely not grow out very well. You can tell if a cut has truly been shaped correctly if after 3 weeks it still looks good. So you can pay 1/2 the price of a great haircut and get something that in 3 weeks won't hold up or you can spend a little more and have it last you until it gets too long for the style. You are worth it!:)

Hair tip of the day: Don't fear the razor!

Razor cuts when done properly can be fantastic for all types of hair. If you've had a "bad" razor cut, don't blame the razor. Chances are the stylist didn't have proper training with the tool. Most people love the effect of the razor. It can give longer hair that "Victoria's Secret" hair. Where it's flowy on the ends, not blunt. For thick hair it can soften the texture and make it lay better. For fine hair it can add more texture, creating the appearence of volume. Curls can benefit from the razor as well. It will create a more seperated curl. So give the razor a try with someone who has had proper training and you may be pleasantly surprized by the effect that it have on your hair!:)

Hair tip of the day: Enhancing grey hair!

Just because you choose to wear your hair it's natural grey or white pigment, doesn't mean that it can't benefit from a little enhancement. Grey hair doesn't compliment every one's skin tone. But with a few adjustments it can. There are many options. A few well placed lo-lites can add the right amount of color to a pale complexion and give deminsion and pizazz. Someone else may benefit from a few golden hi-lites in the crown to support a layered haircut. Another option is a gloss in a soft beige or ash tone, depending on the person. Some grey hair needs no enhancement but we are not all so lucky. So don't just settle for what nature has given you. Your hair stylist can better the situation with just a few adjustments! :)

Hair tip of the day: Protect your hair!

Always stow away an umbrella in your car or tote. Then when you get your hair done and an unexpected burst of rain cones, your prepared! Those plastic hair bonnets that older women wear can be quite handy as well. It's not a fashion statement but it gets the job done & can easily fit in your wallet! With a little foresight you can protect that beautiful style for your night out!:)

Hair tip of the day: Bring pics with you to the stylist!

When you have an idea of a new cut or color that you'd like to try, bring pictures. Tear them out of magazines, copy them off the Internet or bring a pic of a friend. It's so much easier to show your stylist what you want. Trying to tell her can cause communication mishaps. So be on the look out for styles & colors that you like. You can even snap photos of strangers with your phone. And don't limit color examples to humans. Sometimes an animal can have the hair color we desire. Happy picture hunting!:)

Hair tip of the day: Use proper hair ties!

Using the correct style of hair tie will save your hair from breakage. I recommend Blax bands. Walgreens carries a knock-off brand that is a lot cheaper. They have clear & black. They are seamless latex bands that slide out of the hair with ease. Scrunchies are a fashion no-no & any band with a metal connecter is a definate don't. That metal part will pull your hair out & cause breakage. Another option is a Ficarre clip. They are fabulous for thick or thin hair & add instant style. Please google it if you've never heard of them. If you've been using ties that are breaking your hair & you start using ones that don't, you will notice a difference in about 2 months when the hair begins growing back! Chuck the old ties & treat your hair the way it deserves to be treated!:)