28.01.2020 | Prostories
A Stylist’s Mission To End Human Trafficking
Trafficking isn’t something a hairdresser should have to worry about. In 2018, however, salons and spas were one of the top locations for this crime to be reported. Shocking, right? As Human Trafficking Awareness month ends on January 31st, we wanted to share the opportunity we had to work with a...
25.01.2020 | Color
Your Guide to Babylights
These days, there are endless ways to work highlights. Forget one-size-fits-all hair lightening, because adding dimension and luminous ‘lights is becoming more bespoke than ever. Case in point: babylights, which see traditional highlights go micro-fine and delicate. Think soft, subtle and so seam...
22.01.2020 | Color
On Set With Sophie Turner
When you’re on set with Sophie Turner, it’s easy to forget there’s work being done. Any pro can make it look easy—and having spent the better part of the last decade on sets and red carpets, Sophie is every inch the pro. But it takes something extra to make it look fun. Sophie’s got that spark, i...
22.01.2020 | Color
6 Ash Blondes That Give Us The Chills
in more ways than one, ash blonde hair color is one of the most coveted blondes of all. Why? Because, when balanced out with dark roots, it’s a shade that flatters almost everyone. Whether you’re creating a dusky platinum mane or a bronde with a hint of silver-grey, this most versatile of flaxen ...
22.01.2020 | Color
Koleston Perfect ME+ Expert Tips
@derek.piekarski If you’re having trouble with grey coverage on levels 5, 6, 7, check out this tip shared by Derek Piekarski, North America Signature Artist for Coty Professional Beauty. Choose the /71’s as an easy starting tone to add depth to grey coverage. The /7’s have been optimized to be ...
22.01.2020 | Color
The Perfect Blonde Highlights for Your Client
When you hear “blonde highlights”, what’s the first thing you think of? For us, visions of Blake Lively’s blushed blonde mane and Gisele Bündchen’s head of seriously sun-kissed strands instantly come to mind. Both rely on expert lightening to create their signature looks and, what’s more, their c...
22.01.2020 | Prostories
North American Beauty Envision Awards
A few of our 2019 WINNERS share how this competition has elevated their passion and Transformation 2019 Winner: Danny Lozada Danny Lozada (@dannylozadahair) is an accomplished editorial stylist, creative color expert, and proudly Puerto Rican. ? ?? This 2019 winner used his heritage as a sourc...
22.01.2020 | Business
Advice for a Better Client Experience
We recently sat down with of the greatest colorists of our time, Sonya Dove, to talk about her advice for colorists. Her response was simple: WORK TIDY! Whether you are in a suite or a multi-chair salon, this lasting impression can speak volumes to a new or long-time client. We’ve all had those ...
22.01.2020 | Business
Working Efficiently with Assistants
When dividing and conquering, it’s very important to have assistants work in the entire back section or the entire front section, opposite of you. Section from ear to ear, not down the middle of the head. When two stylists are foiling or hand-painting, especially when face-framing, their techniqu...
22.01.2020 | Color
Tips to Achieve 4 Levels of Lift
Low and slow! Have you ever heard this advice when working with lightener? This is how Top Artist, Aubrey Loots, completes 4+ levels of lift, while respecting the integrity of his clients hair. To start, his formula is 30g Blondor + 45g 20vol Welloxon developer + 6g of WellaPlex. Always measure...