Do you find your blonde looks flawless after the salon, but find that is dulls really quickly? Maybe you find split ends keep occuring. Or you tried a purple shampoo potion and now your hair is grey!
Melbourne Hair Colour Specialist Mark L reveals his top tips!
Whats different about 2024 Winter is right around the corner and with that, the bi-annual change with our hair too! But what hair colours are best for winter? This year is all about Healthy. Rich. Glossy hair trends. We are looking at deeper tones that still have vitality and dimension, whether that be blonde, brunette or copper. These hair colours are paired with long effortless layers that speak ‘I just woke up like this’. Some ideas might be a long curtain fringe and face framing to add highs and lows with your haircut. The key to creating an effortless, undone look is to pair your desires hair colour with tones that suit your natural complexion and / or makeup choices. If you find you have cooler skin and eyes, a warmer tonal direction will suit, and if you find you have warmer skin and eyes, then a cooler tone will suite you nicely! If you feel like you sit somewhere in the middle, then you may wish to enhance what you like best. This year is focusing on hair condition over exact tone. We are looking for shiny hair, moveable hair, touchable hair instead of compromising condition for colour. Is it all about brunettes? Blondes still do have fun for winter don’t worry! one way to keep your winter fair festive may be to add a slightly cooler tonal direction. Or my favourite way, to blend the highlights at the roots for a really soft seamless blend with an addedd pop on the ends. How you wear your blonde hair will also be taken into account! Leave the tight high bun for lazy sundays and opt for a soft tossled wave. Using a tong or iron to gently add movement to your hair will ehance the pop on the ends and enhance your layers! My favourite way to do this is to use a lightweight styling oil, such as Luxe Oil by Wella to add nourishment and heat protection and finish with a dry texture / dry shampoo spray! Let it all cool and either use your fingers for a messy texture or a wide toothed comb for something slightly polished. To summarise, you should focus on two things; your hairs health and finding the right tone for you! whether thats warm, cool or neutral! If you struggle to know how to do any of these, my books are open. Consultations are free and no obligation!
Will Hair Colour Damage my Hair? Hair Colour is the most common way people change up their appearance. For good reason too! It’s relatively quick as well as painless. Major transformations will be done and over with in a single session without worrying about any post session healing or checkups (unlike tattoos, peircings or injectables). Having your hair done is also a fun social experience with your friends or your stylist. Yet the #1 concern with getting these makeovers will always be about the damage done to our beautiful locks. Im here today to set the record straight and answer ‘Will Colour Damage my Hair?’ Hair colourants and techniques have come a long way in the past decade or so. Used to be that we mix up the strongest peroxide and let it sit for over an hour and then your walked out the door without any education for home care. Most lighteners are now adapted to maintain your hairs integrity and new techniques have been created so that we are getting optimum lift without needing to over develop. Even though the technology has changed, it is still incredibly important to take your colourists advice and use correct hair care and return to the salon for follow up appointments to manage the colour. My favourite way to try a new colour without risking commitment or damage is to opt for a Semi (or Demi) permanant colour. Its a low commitment colour that deepens your existing base and fades out progressively overtime meaning you won’t develop a harsh line of regrowth. Its perfect for the client who hasn’t made their mind up yet, or knows they may want to go lighter again in the summer. They leave your hair glossy and fuller-looking as the pigment can fill parts of the hair strand. You can opt for a deeper shade of brunette, try a soft copper or red, even go a deeper shade of maroon. In the end, hair colour has adapted and changed a lot to alleviate our anxieties about damage. Taking home hair care and having realistic goals are 2 ways to ensure your beautiful locks arent ruined by our need for change. Always remember to follow your colourists advice for suitability and longevity.