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Hair Tips...
How do I know which hairstyle is the most flattering for my face shape?
There are four basic facial shapes. Each of us will be one of these shapes or a combination of two. Other factors to consider are hair texture and body shape to round out the whole picture.
Round Face Shape – The hairstyles that look best on this shape are ones that elongate the face and make it appear slimmer. Layered cuts work well with this shape adding height and volume.
Square Face Shape- The best styles for this shape are ones without blunt lines or hard angles. Soft layers or razor techniques work best for this face shape.
Long Face Shape- The best styles are ones that are above the shoulders with width and volume. Bangs and layers work well with this shape.
Oval Face Shape – Most styles work well with this face shape even very short ones.
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Are salon products the same as what I buy in the grocery or drug store?
Salon products are different and have added value for three reasons. The products in the salon are ph balanced for your hair type. The salon professional recommending product is going to offer products specifically designed to enhance and work with your hair type. Finally the ingredients in professional products are of a higher quality than ones purchased over the counter. On a final note be aware that salon product seen in the drugstore may not be the actual formulations that are guaranteed when purchased in a salon.
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What is the difference between a protein and moisturizing conditioner?
Protein based conditioners rebuild hair strength and elasticity while moisture conditioners replace hydration lost due to blow drying and environmental challenges. Protein based conditioners should be alternated with moisture based ones to achieve best results.
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I have never colored my hair before. What type of hair color would be right for me?
The best place to start is with your hair color professional. There are many different color options available; semi permanent, permanent, highlights, lowlights, and color glosses.
Semi permanent color is tone on tone color, which usually means your natural hair color or going darker. This color choice adds lots of body and shine.
Permanent color is the best choice for gray coverage. This color choice allows you to go up to four shades lighter than your natural base or as rich and deep with color as you like. Permanent color lasts longer and is more fade resistant.
Highlights and Lowlights are a weaving technique used to isolate strands of hair. The idea is to separate the strands from the rest of your natural color and lighten or darken them to provide contrast and spark.
Color gloss is a single application is designed to give the hair maximum shine and body. There is no visible color change.
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How do I know my stylist is a color expert?
A true color expert will have had many advanced classes and trainings with hair color beyond their initial cosmetology education. The true mark of a color master is to be certified through the American Board of Certified Hair Colorists. This rigorous three part examination tests the stylist knowledge both theory and technical with every aspect of professional hair color. The stylist who has made the commitment to be certified is dedicated to their profession and hair color is a major focus of their business.
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