Spring has officially sprung, and though the thermostat may not be complying yet, we are slowly shedding all vestiges of the blustery winter that was winter. With our wardrobe, that means woolly sweaters, duck boots, and fur-lined hats are being pushed to the nether regions of our closet, replaced with flouncy dresses, shorts, and sandals. Time has sprung forward and with it our attitude.  Spring cleaning brings with it shopping to build a strong wardrobe of inter-changeable pieces.

Beauty routine, the first seasonal change a woman aims for is nails,makeup and hair—after many months of goth-y darkness and rich deep hues of Blondes and Browns. It’s officially time to lighten and brighten up the scene-Nails and Hair are softer, lighter and brighter!  Shedding the deep winter  shades.  Spring has  offered  inspiration. Showing the way for brighter, lighter while the forecast for this weekend may still be,  brisk , at least your fingertips, hair, makeup and attitude can be springing forward. 

Clean your closet with confidence with the help of a professional.  Sometimes we hang on to clothing, makeup or styling products we will never have the need to use again.

• Makeup
• Discard after six months of use
• seasonal changes with your skin tone
• a good foundation is the key

• Styling
• products have a shelve life of two years from being opened
• ask your stylist for professional recommendations
• purchase from your salon for the guarantee(plus it’s cheaper)

• Clothing trends goes out of style quickly
• swap out seasonal items
• look at the stitching for quality vs label
• classic styles with a few trend pieces go farther

Do you know the classic styles that flatter your physic?  Do you know the best colors to flatter your skin tone?  This is what a professional image consultant will help you with: breezing though the store or mall choosing the perfect colors and styles without second guessing.  Your closet contains gems just waiting to illuminate your style!  Learn which pieces, why and what to pieces let go.    You will the right attitude with the best style .

Happy Spring Clean

Angela River
Image Consultant

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Hair Care Tips for the Winter

• Wash every-other day
• Use an at home professional treatment 1x per week
• Do not pull your hair back in a pony tail wet (this will cause unnecessary breakage as hair shrinks when drying)
• Use a wide tooth comb
• Blow-dry your hair to close the cuticle (this will cause less damage and give your hair shine)

Hair changes and so do the products you should be using. The products are to resolve problems. Sometimes prescriptions doctors dispense do not always work and the same is true with professional hair care. After using a shampoo and or conditioning product for two weeks you should notice a subtle difference and after 30-45 days a significant difference. Water, medications, vitamins and combining with other products will affect the expected outcome. The studio understands this can happen sometimes and hopes that you will inform us of any hair care concerns. We will promptly address the best solution. Your healthy and shiny hair is the priority.

New Year, New You with Healthy Hair

Does your hair lack shine? Is your hair dry? Does the richness of your color fade? If you answered yes to anyone of these questions then Yes healthy hair is possible with at home ease Color Shine Mask Treatment 3 minute treatment effects the tone of the hair Corrects unwanted tones / Enhances desirable tones / Creates brilliant shine Silk Proteins for rebuilding lost nutrients in young hair Only $15 for up to 5 applications On sale for you at $13 through January 28th Does your hair become tangled easily? Are you seeing a lot of split ends? Do you use a generous amount of conditioner? If you answered yes to any of these questions You will need a professional intense treatment Your hair will be evaluated and assessed for protein and moisture. The best products to treat your needs will be addressed. This will ensure good color longevity and soft luxurious locks. Normally for a personal chemistry intense treatment ranges from $30-$45. VIP hair treatment for you is only $25 now thru January 28

2011 is for a New You and the studio is available for all your grooming needs!

Book 24/7 at www.schedulicity.com/Scheduling/SelectService.aspx?business=DSIXX9

Professional vs Home

coloring

Consult a true professional to guarantee the perfect hair color for your skin. Tired of looking at yourself in the mirror trying to figure out whether your skin undertones are pink or peach? Having some difficulty looking at the veins in your arms to determine whether your skin is cool or warm? A pro can take one look at your skin, eye color and natural hair, and tell you what hair colors would complement, rather than exacerbate, your undertones.

Professionals are licensed and trained in the chemistry of hair; science is a determining factor in your color experience.  Just as doctor must be licensed in order to practice.  Would you go to the cleaners for strep throat or ask a doctor for accounting help?

Pictures on the box can equal seeking a color correction. Pictures on hair color boxes can be deceiving; most boxes will call out the color (blonde, brown, black and red) and the shade of that color (light, medium and dark).   These are the colors but depending on your natural color and knowing the science behind color formulation this can be a disastrous situation. Someone with Black hair cannot put a blonde shade on without turning orange.  Professionals know the right processes that must be followed to achieve the desired out come or if it is a possibility. Many times home coloring ends up with undesirable results and the person seeking a professional to fix the unwanted shade or tone. This falls into a color correction. These are extremely costly.

Color corrections fall into four categories too light, too dark, too warm, or too drab.

Color corrections also are very costly and arise from at home coloring or communication gaps of desired results between a professional and yourself.

The science proves certain colors are not attainable  depending on your natural shade.

True: tint does not lift or lighten previously colored hair

True: any time color is mixed with a catalyst it is permanent

Maintain your color with the right shampoo and products.  When making an investment in your hair color following your professional recommendations are a must. Follow the recommended products to enhance the longevity of your investment.

Get it Right the first time by your Professional.  This will be more cost effective and the best investment you make.  Hair is the ONLY accessory you wear everyday.