Cutting up with Noël

2015 saw the emergence of some major hair trends and 2016 will undoubtedly bring more. Here are some of the ones that pinged on our radar. 

Galaxy (or Rainbow) Hair

The name and color schemes depicted in Galaxy Hair are inspired by nebulas and other outer space phenomena. Any color combination can be used though, as the technique consists of lots of highlights and balayage. This color style can be very sophisticated or super funky and fun, and with the variety of colors available means that it looks good on anyone!

Pixel Hair

Inspired by the pixelation of old school videogames, this hair color trend is not easy to achieve (think long hours at the salon) and extremely challenging to maintain. For editorials and print it gives an eye-catching look, but it's simply not practical for the typical client. It also looks best on straight hair, limiting options for many people. 

As someone who experiments with her haircolor frequently (and has naturally straight hair!) I love this trend and think it has a lot of potential. It's just not quite there yet. 

So you've determined that your hair is healthy enough for color, chosen the haircolor of your dreams, and gotten your color done professionally. How do you ensure that your color lasts? One word: product.

The most important products to use are a leave-in treatment to keep the color sealed in and a heat protector if you ever use hot tools at home. Some great leave-in treatments are L'Anza's Magic Bullet and L'Anza's Trauma Treatment.

And some great heat protectors are TIGI Catwalk Haute Iron Spray and L'Anza Healing Smooth Thermal Defense Spray. 

It's all good to keep in mind that what shampoos you use and how often you wash your hair will effect how long the color stays vibrant. Shampoos to help keep the color can be sulfate free. A great one to start with is Framesi's Color Lover, which also comes as a Smooth Shine or Curl Define shampoo.

So you've determined that your hair is healthy enough for color, chosen the haircolor of your dreams, and gotten your color done professionally. How do you ensure that your color lasts? One word: product.

The most important products to use are a leave-in treatment to keep the color sealed in and a heat protector if you ever use hot tools at home. Some great leave-in treatments are L'Anza's Magic Bullet and L'Anza's Trauma Treatment.

And some great heat protectors are TIGI Catwalk Haute Iron Spray and L'Anza Healing Smooth Thermal Defense Spray. 

It's all good to keep in mind that what shampoos you use and how often you wash your hair will effect how long the color stays vibrant. Shampoos to help keep the color can be sulfate free. A great one to start with is Framesi's Color Lover, which also comes as a Smooth Shine or Curl Define shampoo.

As Thanksgiving comes around I can't help but be grateful for the products that have gotten me through the year! If you know me, you know that changing up my hair frequently is my M.O. so here are my top five products I'm thankful were there to get me through it all!

1. Framesi Decolor Diamond B Powder Bleach

This lightener has definitely gotten me through more than one color change in the best way possible! Decolor Diamond B lifts evenly to even the highest levels without damaging the hair. Its super efficient at getting the blondest blonde without all that ugly unevenness typical of many bleaches. 

2. Pravana Vivids

Pravana makes the best hair color line, hands down! This line has the best pigments and variety in color by far; the color lasts longer without fading (good for all my people who wash their hair every day). Add in the fact that its extremely versatile and easy to mix shades, and its definitely worth the higher price point. 

3. L'Anza Healing Oil Shampoo & L'Anza Healing Oil Conditioner

Okay, so technically this is two products, but it had to be on the list because this is the best shampoo-conditioner duo ever! After only a few washes, the reparative effects are noticeable. This combo leaves your hair feeling  strong, but silky and soft at the same time. Don't let the name fool you, its definitely not oily. And its good for all hair types!

4. L'Anza Healing Style Dry Texture Spray

This spray has revolutionized by styling days. L'Anza Dry Texture spray is like a dry shampoo, but spray it onto the root and you magically enhance your texture and thickness. This product is a lifesaver for a girl like me that is always trying to add more volume to my hair. The downside to this spray is that it doesn't offer a hold, but the added texture helps offset that so you don't even need hairspray.

5. Jonathan's Green Rootine Pure Paste

Any one with a short cut knows that styling aids are sent from the gods. Green Rootine is the perfect pomade for giving your hair the oompf you are looking for. Whether you want to rock your 'do spiky, slicked back, or in a classy pompadour, this product gives a firm hold without being hard, sticky, or oily. Bonus, it has an amazing smell and its organic!

As Thanksgiving comes around I can't help but be grateful for the products that have gotten me through the year! If you know me, you know that changing up my hair frequently is my M.O. so here are my top five products I'm thankful were there to get me through it all!

1. Framesi Decolor Diamond B Powder Bleach

This lightener has definitely gotten me through more than one color change in the best way possible! Decolor Diamond B lifts evenly to even the highest levels without damaging the hair. Its super efficient at getting the blondest blonde without all that ugly unevenness typical of many bleaches. 

2. Pravana Vivids

Pravana makes the best hair color line, hands down! This line has the best pigments and variety in color by far; the color lasts longer without fading (good for all my people who wash their hair every day). Add in the fact that its extremely versatile and easy to mix shades, and its definitely worth the higher price point. 

3. L'Anza Healing Oil Shampoo & L'Anza Healing Oil Conditioner

Okay, so technically this is two products, but it had to be on the list because this is the best shampoo-conditioner duo ever! After only a few washes, the reparative effects are noticeable. This combo leaves your hair feeling  strong, but silky and soft at the same time. Don't let the name fool you, its definitely not oily. And its good for all hair types!

4. L'Anza Healing Style Dry Texture Spray

This spray has revolutionized by styling days. L'Anza Dry Texture spray is like a dry shampoo, but spray it onto the root and you magically enhance your texture and thickness. This product is a lifesaver for a girl like me that is always trying to add more volume to my hair. The downside to this spray is that it doesn't offer a hold, but the added texture helps offset that so you don't even need hairspray.

5. Jonathan's Green Rootine Pure Paste

Any one with a short cut knows that styling aids are sent from the gods. Green Rootine is the perfect pomade for giving your hair the oompf you are looking for. Whether you want to rock your 'do spiky, slicked back, or in a classy pompadour, this product gives a firm hold without being hard, sticky, or oily. Bonus, it has an amazing smell and its organic!

Choosing hair color for yourself is all about you; your personal preference, your skin tone, and your style or fashion. The most important key is finding a shade that complements your skin. If you are very fair with pink undertone, an ashy or cool toned color may not be the best because it will accentuate the red in your skin. You would probably be better with a neutral to warm based color, such as a golden blond or copper brunette, to bring warmth to your skin without making you look sunburnt. If you are of dark complexion with a lot of yellow/orange undertones, you will want to stay away from red or orange toned hair colors because they will blend too much with your skin making you look washed out.   

Once you and your colorist have found that perfect shade for your skin, now you can add to it. If you're a fan of the ombre, or traditional highlights, this would be the time to talk about dimensional colors. The most natural looking hair color has several (4 or more) different shades playing throughout it. This is usually achieved with a combination of high and low-lights. If you're going with a neutral dark brown you can play it up with subtle caramel highlights and maroon (or a dark mahogany) low-lights. If you're doing a strawberry blonde, you can add a unique twist with a peach-toned ombre. If you are into more funky or dramatic colors, consider getting balayage color of a fantasy shade such as blue, green, pink, or purple. Consider that with today's well developed dyes any of these fantasy shades can be tweaked to your favorite shade, whether it be baby blue, mint green, coral, lavender, turquoise, lilac, or magenta.

Yes! New York Fashion Week is what we look forward to all year! This year graced us with certain hair trends that are not only classy enough for everyday wear, but easy enough to add into your morning routine. Here's our favorite styles and how you can achieve them. 

The "Bunny Tail" or "Back Knot" - Start with a low ponytail, then create a loose loop very similar to a top knot. To finish it off, take strand of the hair hanging down and wrap it around the base of the ponytail to hide the elastic band. 

The Segmented Ponytail - a super easy, and super cute way to keep your hair up when spring starts. First part your hair in half so that you have front and back sections. Put the front section in a high ponytail, then pull the ends of that ponytail into the second, bottom ponytail. Secure with hairspray, and stylize with any accessories you like. If you have fine hair and would like a fuller looking ponytail, tease (or back-comb) each section before pulling into the elastic band. 

Pastel Hair and Eyebrows - Admittedly, the best way to achieve this is by going to a professional. A colorist can create the perfect pastel in any shade (or multiple shades) to suit your current hair color and style. However, you don't need to (nor should you) color your eyebrows pastel, but instead find a cream eye shadow that matches your new hair color and simply fill your eyebrows with it each day. 

Yes! New York Fashion Week is what we look forward to all year! This year graced us with certain hair trends that are not only classy enough for everyday wear, but easy enough to add into your morning routine. Here's our favorite styles and how you can achieve them. 

The "Bunny Tail" or "Back Knot" - Start with a low ponytail, then create a loose loop very similar to a top knot. To finish it off, take strand of the hair hanging down and wrap it around the base of the ponytail to hide the elastic band. 

The Segmented Ponytail - a super easy, and super cute way to keep your hair up when spring starts. First part your hair in half so that you have front and back sections. Put the front section in a high ponytail, then pull the ends of that ponytail into the second, bottom ponytail. Secure with hairspray, and stylize with any accessories you like. If you have fine hair and would like a fuller looking ponytail, tease (or back-comb) each section before pulling into the elastic band. 

Pastel Hair and Eyebrows - Admittedly, the best way to achieve this is by going to a professional. A colorist can create the perfect pastel in any shade (or multiple shades) to suit your current hair color and style. However, you don't need to (nor should you) color your eyebrows pastel, but instead find a cream eye shadow that matches your new hair color and simply fill your eyebrows with it each day. 

Braids are back! Still looking for a style that’s as versatile and on trend as you are? Try throwing a few braids or fishtails into your main to diversify your look. These braids are giving us life and help to combat that frizz that comes from humidity!

Some people manage to maintain their level of fierce throughout the years; Jennifer Lopez is one of those people. Take a look at Jenny from the Block, as she has managed to age flawlessly and always with stunning hair. 

2006 Sleek and straight with lots of highlights

2008 Warm brunette with full body waves

2010 Dark, warm blonde with highlights and lots of layers to flatter her face

2012 Dark lowlights and lots of volume

2014 Rocking the new ecaille hair trend and loose beachy waves.