My stylist gave me the wrong hair color; if I go back will I have to pay for another coloring?
By Yvonne Dueno | March 25, 2008
Kaitlyn wrote:
Question: I just recently got my hair dyed dark brown from a highlighted blonde color. The one and only thing I asked for was not to have a red tone in my hair, but it seems that’s what I’ve ended up with. She used an orange-ish substance on my hair to fill in the highlights, and then applied the dye.
Going back there is not an option, and I was wondering since it is an all-over color, can I buy a neutral brown/dark brown box color and go over it? My sister would be doing it as she has done it for many others with good results before]
And lets just say I did go back there, I’ve never done this before, so
would she make me pay for another coloring as it was not what I asked for?
Answer: Hi Kate, Thanks for that great question; coloring bleached out hair back to a neutral color can be a tricky thing.
At least your stylist had the sense not to give you green tones! I’m sorry to read that you are not so happy with your new color, so let’s see if we can get your hair color to where you want it to be.
Your first question is, can you buy a neutral brown/dark brown box color and go over it?
Yes you can! Make sure there is no
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Should hair be cut wet or dry?
By Yvonne Dueno | March 18, 2008
Question: Should hair be cut wet or dry?
Answer: This is a short question and a great one! Should hair be cut wet or dry? Genius!
The truth is that it all depends on the hair and the tools being used to cut it. There are few schools of thought and applying the correct one varies with each case.
Curly Hair:
For instance, I have found that curly hair is best cut when it is dry. I don’t comb the curls out either; I just sought of let the curls fall naturally and take on each curl individually, that way, you don’t cut too much and you respect the natural pattern of each curl. It sounds tedious but it’s no different than any other technique that requires care and practice. I have had clients however few, that prefer the wet, comb through and cut technique although they are few and far between.
Straight hair:
Some folks with short, straight hair that tends to stick out of the root instead of lay flat also prefer a dry cut. This method works best for their hair because is respects the angles of which the hair grows out of the root and I agree with that. If your hair tends to lie flat, than I would go with the wet,
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Can I make my hair retain dye longer?
By Yvonne Dueno | March 11, 2008
Question: Jennifer wrote: I’ve been dying my hair for most of my life or at least for the past ten years. I’ve never had any trouble bouncing around from color to color but sometimes the colors just won’t stay in. I think it’s because my hair is over processed and I was wondering if there was anyway that I could make my hair retain the dye longer or keep my hair in a good condition. What do you suggest?
Answer: Hi Jennifer Thanks for your e-mail. Your assumption about your hairs inability to retain color because it is over processed is correct!
When hair is porous, the molecular structure of the hair is broke sought of speak and its tenacity is weakened. Protein based conditioners are great for restoring porosity in the hair and will help get your hair back to good shape accepting of color.
If the hair in good condition, comb the color through the ends thoroughly and let it process for 20 minutes, if the hair is porous from
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Will cutting my hair shorter make me look younger?
By Yvonne Dueno | March 9, 2008
Question: Melody wrote, I have really curly hair and it gets afro like when I don’t put some mousse in it. My hair is medium length and I am considering cutting it shorter but I am afraid of looking childish or younger than I am. I’m 20 years old and I don’t want to be mistaken for a child, I rather look older than younger, so what do you think?
Answer: Hi Melody… what a cool name… thank you for writing in your question.
Well I haven’t gotten too many e-mails from people that want to look older rather than younger but, I can dig your situation. You’ll appreciate looking younger than people your age one day but not today so let me see if I can help.
Longer hair is appropriately worn by the younger gals. Once a woman gets a certain age, she tends to cut up the length of her hair; A client told me once that he interrupts that as a sign of giving up on the youthful femininity (what ever that means). Any way, if your hair is extremely curly, you will probably do best by keeping it long (that’s my personal opinion).
With long hair you can tie it up in some nice sophisticated quick up do’s that take no time in achieving: up do’s give a serious look about a person adding some years to their appearance. I don’t really mean that it makes a women look older, I mean it makes a women look serious and sophisticated some how. I wear my long hair up a lot and I get
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My hair stylist used a semi-permanent hair color on me about a week ago and I have noticed that my grey hair has not retained the color especially at the roots, what do I do?
By Yvonne Dueno | March 6, 2008
Question: My hair stylist used a semi-permanent hair color on me about a week ago and I have noticed that my grey hair has not retained the color especially at the roots, what do I do? Any suggestions?
Answer: First of all let me just tell you this… your stylist should know better than that! If your hair is 25% or more grey, only a permanent hair color will cover completely with out the wash out effect.
When considering hair color, one rule to always remember is this, your natural hair color or your existing hair color plus how porous your hair is and the amount of grey, are the determining factors for permanent or semi- permanent hair color.
I suggest you tell your stylist to use a permanent color next time. The processing time and the developer used also plays a role in the ordeal. Sometimes we professionals have to know when to ease up or when to hit it
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My salon has received 100% rating in my salon for the past 15 years, but the inspector said some things have changed. Enlighten me!
By Yvonne Dueno | March 2, 2008
Dana Thomas wrote:
I need to know the newest procedures for sanitation in the salon.
Things have changed and sometimes I am lost. My salon has received 100% rating in my salon for the past 15 years, but the inspector said some things have changed. Enlighten me!
Hi Dana,
Yes, things have changed and continue to change; as communicable diseases change and mutate, as new chemical agents are created and tested, sanitation standards also must evolve. But fear not… it’s all good.
You must be doing something right when you are rating at a 100% for fifteen years. Each state has their own sanitation rules and regulations but some things are universal. Allow me to reiterate your good salon sanitation habits.
Here are some pointers concerning contagious disease.
Always do:
*remember that a communicable disease is transmitted from one person to another.
*Pus is a sign of infection.
*Aids is caused by the HIV virus and can be transmitted by sharp implements.
*Bacteria and viruses can enter the body through broken skin.
If you or any of your associates come across a
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The cutting edge salon
By Yvonne Dueno | February 28, 2008
Hello my readers,
Every now and then when traveling my beloved country, I come across a hair salon that I consider a cut above the rest, the friendly neighborhood barbershop and salon that has an edge on what may be considered, excellence. In Orlando Florida on 10661 E. Colonial Drive, I have found such a place. This place is most appropriately named The Cutting Edge.
There you will find a group of talented and dedicated staff rich in diversity and talent. What is your request? Just ask and you will learn that there is someone there that can satisfy your intent and give you some good laughs and conversation in the process. From fades to weaves and everything in between, The Cutting Edge is a place where the mystery of great hair ends and the delight of fabulous begins.
Terrell, or Big T as he is so lovingly known, is the proud owner and CEO of this humble yet unprecedented establishment. He thrives in unison with the likes of his fellow associates and brings the best to the table of
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