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Tips to Make Hair Color Last

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loreal hair products denverYou work hard to find the products and stylists that will get you perfect hair— and perfect color.  How frustrating is it when that color doesn’t last?  How do you make that color last as long as possible? The answers are easier than we imagined.

1. Avoid shampooing daily.

It may sound dirty, but almost everyone does not need to wash their hair every day. Frequent washing strips the hair of valuable oils that keep strands moisturized, and it strips out your color. Instead, try a messy updo or dry shampoo to refresh your hair between washing.

2. Use the correct styling products.

A lot of fading happens naturally, so hair doesn’t  look as vibrant.  Not using the right products will exacerbate that problem.  It is important to use shampoos and conditioners made specifically for color-treated hair because others are too harsh and will strip the color quickly.  I recommend to use L’Oréal Professionnel INOA Color Care Shampoo and Conditioner.  It’s sulfate free and contains argan oil to replenish the lipids on the surface of the hair fiber for a smooth, shiny finish.  Also, it has green tea extracts, which nourish your hair to protect and maintain our color.

3. Never jump into a pool or the ocean with dry hair.

Always wet it first with plain tap or bottled water.  Strands will absorb the tap/bottled water and help prevent the chlorinated water from bleaching hair.

4. Beware excessive heat or cold. 

You should always use tepid water when washing your hair to make the most of your color, and finish with a final rinse of cool water to seal your cuticle for optimal shine.

5. Seal in the color.

The more you color your hair and blow it dry, the more nutrients are lost, which is why it is so important to use a conditioning treatment to restore those nutrients.  You can do a leave-on mask or you can do an oil treatment and sleep with it overnight. It’s almost like putting moisturizer on your face.

6. Get glossy.

In between color sessions you can come in for a gloss/glaze to add shine to your color and maintain your color.  I recommend to get Powerdose Treatments by L’Oreal Professionnel.

7. Your hair needs SPF, too.

The sun will fade your color and turn blondes a little brassy. If you are going out in the sun, look for products with UV protection and protect your hair like you would your face.  If you are planning on laying out for a few hours, try putting an oil on your strands, like L’Oréal Professionnel Mythic Oil Colour Glow.

 

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Summer Trend for Long Hair – Ponytails –

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It’s ba-ack!  The ponytail, that is — a chic and simple way to wear your hair, without the stress of a Dior-esque sculptural masterpiece.

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The summer runways are currently ripe with ponytails of all shapes, colors, and textures.

This low-maintenance style will have you looking fierce in minutes, whether you’re going out on the town or to work for the day.

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However, to make this style  look catwalk-fabulous, your hair’s gonna have to shine on its own, first.  Our hair salon offers a fantastic shine treatment that’ll put your locks in the right place. To make an appointment call at (720) 917 5165

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Super Shine Blow-Dry

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Shiny Hair Styles in Hair Salons DenverMore shine in less time!

     This blow-dry technique is quick and easy.  Once done, you can wear your hair plain and simple and admire your shine. 

There’s a quick and easy trick to do it  – a paddle brush! 

  

  • Using a blow dryer and a paddle brush, sweep damp hair from side to side.
  • Using a flatiron, pull small sections of hair out and away from your head to create some volume.
  • Again using a flatiron, add volume at the crown area by lifting hair up and curving it slightly.
  • Mist your hair with shine spray, brush through, and mist a bit more.

Voila! 

To make an appointment call 720-917-5165

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Short Hairstyles

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                Statement Short Haircut

Short haircut at Hair salons Denver       Short haircuts are fun and much more versatile than you might think.  I like to cut my hair very short every year or two.  Even with very short hair you can use some tricks to create the illusion of a different style! 

This season has seen many bold short haircuts with short – sometimes almost shaved – disconnected sides.  Not all of us are ready to go that far (you know – husbands, bosses, etc), but you can still have a lot of fun imitating the look for a night. 

Option #1 – Using strong gel and strong-hold hairspray, brush your sides behind the ears (if your hair is too dense secure it with a bobby pin).  Flatten your bangs and crown, then mist with a shine spray. 

Short haircut at Denver hair salons Option #2 – Follow option #1 – but use a curling iron to create texture on the crown, or a pomade and hairspray to punk it up or both. 

Enjoy your night out! 

  

  

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To make an appointment call 720-917-5165

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More About Pony –

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Easy Breezy style!

Ponytails at Hair salons Denver     Ponytails are still very popular.  Many were seen during New York Fashion Week 2010 (just last September).  A great thing about the ponytail is that it can be tailored to suit you, your life style and where you are taking it.  Here’s some tips to make your best ponytail:

1.  Hair bands must be hidden.  Wrap a small section of hair around the base of your ponytail and secure with a pin to keep everything concealed.

2.  A tight-to-the-head finish  looks too… tight.  I’d recommend keeping your hair loose and playful.

3.  Keep it girly and relaxed by pulling out a few random strands and fly-aways.

4.  To make it look more  Bardot-glamorous, just backcomb the crown slightly.

  5.  Giddy-up!

Courtesy of Hair by Natalia,  Hair Salon Denver.

Instant Side Braid

 

Sidebraid Tips and Tricks to Cheat Extra Length

      Flipped over one sholder, this braid looks great everywere – on the street or at a fancy gathering.  The only rule is hair must look thick and healthy and long!  A skinny braid is a big no-no.  Clip in hair extensions are ideal in this case. 

Here’s how-to:

  1.  Section the top hair out the way. 

  2.  Backcomb hair near the roots.

  3.  Place the extinsion strip above the backcombed area and clip. 

  4.  Release the top section. 

  5.  Take one side and pin it loosely behind one ear, then let your hair fall naturally over the sholder.

  6.  Braid your hair loosly.  

 

Courtesy of Hair by Natalia, Denver Hair Salon.

Messy-Dressy Celeb Look –

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Messy Hair LooksNo-Effort Red Carpet Look.

      Super natural, soft texture, no-effort hair looks are always great.  A-listers like Sarah Jessica Parker, Olsen, and Sienna Miller are masters at creating this carefree, effortless cool look that can be easily achieved at home with any hair tipe.

If your hair is naturally straight and fine –  flip your hair upside down and blow dry it.   It’ll add more volume and texture.  Than wrap random sections around a curling wand to create the undone and messy look.

If your hair is naturally curly or wavy let it air-dry first.  Then wrap random sections to create uneven kinks.

Finishing touch for both hair tipes – flip your hair upside down, mess up the curls and spray with shine hairspray to add a glossy bounce!

Courtesy of Hair by Natalia, Denver Hair Salon.

Styling Secrets –

Dry Shampoo Quick Tricks to speed up your styling!

1.  Speedy Wash.  Use Dirty Secret Dry Shampoo by TIGI and get your hair looking fresh immediately.

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2.  Speedy Blow-Dry.  Superficial by TIGI is definitely one of my favorites.  Applied to wet hair, the product reduces the time it takes to blow-dry your hair almost in half!  It also protects your hair from heat and adds brilliant shine!

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3.  Speedy Treatment.  “Serious” Conditioner by TIGI is a deep conditioning hair mask.  Apply it to wet hair (after shampooing) – it takes only 3 minutes to get all the benefits.

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4.  Speedy Volume.  Vivacious Hairspray by TIGI is a light hold hairspray.  For instant volume just flip your hair upside down and mist it with the hairspray while you shake your head.  Flip it back and use your fingers to shape the style.

 Bangs and Ponytails

5.  Speedy Bangs-Fix.  Here’s a trick to fake fresh hair.  Wash only your bangs and pull your hair back in a ponytale using a dash of gel, or pull it back in a messy bun.

 

Courtesy of Hair by Natalia, Denver Hair Salon.

Tips for Wavy Hair –

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"Tips for wavy hair"     Boho waves are still popular.

It is easy to get this look at home … with a few tips.  Naturally wavy hair can look frizzy and dry, so just remember to use a shampoo like  Curlesque Defining Shampoo and Curlesque Hydrating Conditioner by TIGI.

1. Shampoo your hair with hydrating shampoo.

2. Twist damp hair into a topknot during the day.

3.  Undo the topknot in the evening for loose waves.

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"Hair product for wavy hair"   Serum For Wavy Hair

Naturally wavy hair can look frizzy and dry at the ends.  Apply a small amount of TIGI’s new defining lightweight Curlesque Serum on dry hair to keep curls defined and to add shine and softness.

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Courtesy of Hair by Natalia, Denver Hair Salon.