CONSIDERING YOUR SKIN TONE + EYE COLOR when selecting a new HAIRCOLOR

When looking for inspiration for your hair to show your stylist at your next appointment it is a great idea to look at celebrities and models who have similar features as you. For example if you have fair skin and blue eyes some celebrities you may want to look at are Margogt Robbie or Cameron Diaz. Whereas if you have a dark skin tone and darker eye color maybe take a look at Mila Kunis or some Kardashians for your inspiration. This will help in finding the right inspiration for you and avoid washing out your natural beauty. On the other hand however if you do find the right color it can really accentuate your features.

So you may ask yourself where do I start with picking out my best hair color for me? First understand there are three different types of skin tones : warm, cool, and neutral. To decide your skin tone, hold the colors blue or green beside your face and then yellow and red. If you look good next to the green and blue color you are cool toned and if you look good next to the red and yellow colors you are warm toned. If you look great next to both you are neutral and can wear any color. 

If you have a cool skin complexion you may not want to go too dark due to the fact that it may wash you out. Some hair colors that would look good on a cool skin tone would be anything that has a blue or purple base to it such as icy blonde or a raven black. Whereas warm skin tones may look better with hair colors with a yellow or red base such as a rich bronde or mocha brown. To ensure you find the perfect hair color for you, schedule a consultation with a professional stylist at Salon Norrell.

How do you know when THE TIME IS RIGHT FOR A HAIRCUT?

TIME FOR A HAIRCUT?

You may wondering why your friendly neighborhood stylist is so adamant about getting you in for a regular haircut. Truth be told, it’s one of the easiest and best services that goes a long way on your journey — to perfect hair.

Enjoy this small list of key benefits to having that regular haircut appointment.

Longer

As your hair starts to grow out it will naturally be susceptible to damage, weather from styling or brushing, heat damage, or even environmental factors like sun exposure. The ends, or oldest pieces of the hair, will start to split or unravel much like the a piece of yarn or fabric. If left alone these splits will travel far up the hair strand and create breakage and stunt your hair growth right in its tracks.

Fuller

Remember the breakage we mentioned? As this starts to happen you may notice that the fullness of your hair starting to diminish through the ends, leaving them thinner and even scraggly. By having a regular trim you can prevent this and have full, beautiful, healthy hair from root to ends!

Frizz & Detangling

Ever notice your brush getting caught through the ends of your hair? That’s because the frayed cuticle, or outer layer of a hair strand, can start to create a sort of “Velcro affect”, getting hair strands stuck together and making it harder to run a brush through. Not to mention that the same frayed outer layer will cause a dull lifeless look, while a healthy strand will produce a silky shine!

Styling

Key in all the previous factors and you’ll realize that styling will be a breeze when you get regular cuts. From the countless time saved detangling in the morning to the effortless shine and fullness. Keeping your hair healthy will ultimately make anything you do to it look that much better!

How often should you schedule an appointment?

For hair that is thick or often left natural 8-10 weeks is great. For hair that is fine or styled often with with a blow dryer or hot irons, it is recommended to get a haircut every 6-8 weeks. For shorter styles like pixies or above the shoulder bobs, coming in every 2-6 weeks depending on the length and freshness of the style.

Weather it be a chop, a trim, or a dusting off the ends, considering them as a part of your regular routine will have you reaping the benefits of strong healthy hair.

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Spring into Great Hair

Now that Spring is upon us, we must pump up the volume and fight the split ends… because blonding season is among us!

Chelsea, Master Artist, at Salon Norrell Aveda and nationally award winning artist shares her must haves for post winter hair care.

First is my baby, Daily Hair Repair. As soon as I towel dry my hair I like to put a dime size of this into my hands, and run it through the ends of my hair. Daily Hair Repair reduces breakage by 90% in just 1 week! It also helps protect the hair against breakage and thermal damage up to 450 degrees. You know I LOVE heat styling, so this is a must. This product aids in smoothing the hair surface and soy helps to nourish the hair. A win-win in my book!

Phomollient is my second choice! This styling agent includes certified organic honey, burdock and marshmallow root. It gives a medium hold with weightless body for that voluptuous blowout. Another thing I love about Phomollient is that it adds volume without build up or weight. Ain’t nobody got time for buildup. Pairing this with the daily hair repair, guuuuurl, you’re gonna be a show stopper.

All hail the thickening tonic! This is a styling spray that works to instantly thicken hair. It instantly expands strands from roots to ends and helps to protect hair against environmental damage. This babe of a product thickens hair instantly with just one use! It is powered by botanicals- including certified organic amla fruit. The wheat is what helps boost thickening while the corn helps hold your fuller style. All you have to do is shake, shake, shake and spray the root area. But, not too close. A little goes a long way!

Say “HELLO” to spring and let’s all join the fight against humidity and split ends together!