Hair tip of the day: Don't fear calling for an adjustment!

While in the salon, the haircut looks amazing & then after wearing it a few days you notice that the fringe isn't laying quite right. Try as we might as stylists to make sure that every hair is cut correctly, sometimes we miss something. Please call! We want you to be happy! A quick snip, snip or a tip on styling will save you weeks of frustration. We won't be mad or bothered. We are truly happiest when you are happy! So if it's been a few days and something isn't right, pick up the phone!:)

Hair tip of the day: Deciding on a cut and color!

When deciding on a cut and color DO think about what is appropriate for work. When a client comes in and wants something Avante Guarde, my first question is "what do you do for work?". A bank teller with Hot Pink streaks may not get a welcoming reception from their boss. But if those streaks are hidden under a part that can be unveiled for the weekend, it totally works! There are hidden "secrets" that can be covered during work hours and shown in all there glory on the off hours! So do think about what is appropriate for work but ask your stylist for ways to have a more edgy cut or color during the non-work hours. With a flip of a part or by putting the hair up, a pop of color or a edgy hair line can be revealed! You can have your Hot Pink and show it too!:)

Hair tip of the day: Keeping static at bay!

This time of year the static runs high in the air. And that means static in the hair. The best way to keep static at bay is to use hairspray. If you don't want spray in your hair, you can spray a brush with hairspray and then brush your hair. With curly hair a leave in conditioner or spray shine will do the trick. If you want to sport a hat and not have a static laden hair when you remove it, take a dryer sheet and rub it on the inside of the hat before donning it. Thanks to my Aunt Dee for asking this question! Now go forth and have no fear of static!:)

Hair tip of the day: Happy Valentine's Day!

Love is in the air! Continue to show yourself some love by treating yourself to a pampering session at the salon. Book an appointment for a Deep Conditioning treatment, a blow dry, or a style for a friends party. Do something unexpected for yourself!:)

Hair tip of the day: Mens haircuts are about the whole head!

Men, when getting a haircut, it should be about the whole head. Meaning that it's about all the hair. Eyebrows should be trimmed, ear hair whisked away. If you sport a beard &/or mustache, it should be fine tuned. And all neck hair should be removed. If the haircut looks great, but other areas are left unkempt, it takes away from the overall look. Make sure that your stylist makes everything about your head look its best by taking care of all these items! You deserve a great haircut!:)

Hair tip of the day: Pre-book appointments!

We all lead busy lives and time gets away from us all. That is why it's so important to pre-book appointments. I send emails to my clients letting them know when I'll be away for training or vacation. That way they aren't stuck without an appointment. If you pre-book you will get the days and times that you need and want. And you are sure to always look your best instead of being 2 months too late for a color touch-up or haircut. It just takes a little planning and you can put your mind at ease. With all that you do for everyone in your life, you owe it to yourself to have time for you as well. So pre-book, pamper yourself and always look your best! :)

Hair tip of the day: blow drying!

Most people own a blow dryer but don't really know how to use it. I suggest a blow dryer that is 1600• and ionic. Be sure to use the nozzle. This will direct the air flow. There are some tips to blow drying hair that will help the process to go faster & make it last longer. The first thing is that after washing your hair, blot out as much of the moisture as possible. Buying a micro fiber hair wrap can be quite helpful. It's a special hair towel that really sucks the excess water from porous hair. Next put in a styling product. Whether it's a volumizer or a smoothing serum, it will protect the hair from blow drying & finish off your style. Now with a paddle brush or with your fingers, blow dry hair until it feels dry. If you want to unbend cowlicks or make hair smoother, use a wrapping motion with hands or brush. Just simply use the head to wrap hair around the shape of it. Wrap hair one way and then the other on the front, back & sides. When the hair feels dry use your brush (round, paddle,vent, etc.) to smooth or add volume. A hair dryer and brush is just like a flat iron or a curling iron. It starts to work when the hair is dry. Don't wear yourself out trying to get the style in before this point. Now the hair will be for sure dry & the style will last much longer than if even a minute amount of moisture is left in the hair. If the hair still has some fluffy's, set the temperature of the dryer to cool & this will lay them down. Finish off with hair spray & a shine spray & viola! Enjoy that blow dry!:)