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4/10/2016 0 Comments

IGORA COLORWORX

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Experience the most intense and long-lasting direct dyes ever, for bold colour effects that last up to 20 washes**. 

What is it?
Our first direct dyes create pure, intense, and long-lasting fashion colours, for infinite mixing* and bold colour effects.

What can you do with it?
It’s all about creating striking colour with ultimate versatility. IGORA ColorWorx direct dyes are mixable with any Schwarzkopf Professional colour*, giving stylists the power to customise, boost, correct or neutralise any Schwarzkopf Professional shade.

What’s the big deal?
Brighter, bolder and more vibrant than ever before, our highest pigment concentration ever can create the most intense looks that last for up to 20 washes*.


Give me the Facts!
  • 100% customisable intense and long-lasting direct dyes
  • 2x higher pigment concentration for vibrant colour that lasts up to 20 washes**
  • Infinite possibilities from bold to subtle – apply directly, mix with any Schwarzkopf Professional colour*, or mix with IGORA ColorWorx Diluter White to create pastel shades with no developer required
  • 7 Colour Concentrates and 1 Diluter White – shades include red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple and pink

IGORA ColorWorx is available in 7 shades plus 1 white diluter. Shades include Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Purple and Pink. No developer required.

Discover the ultra-versatile IGORA ColorWorx colour solutions:

Direct Application – Apply IGORA ColorWorx directly on blonde or pre-lightened hair for bold colour effects for up to 20 washes*
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Pastel Mixing – Mix any IGORA ColorWorx shade with the IGORA ColorWorx White Diluter for soft pastel tones

*IGORA ColorWorx shades Pink and Purple cannot be mixed with any non-IGORA ColorWorx colours.


**Longevity may vary depending on hair condition and pigment concentration.

It’s time to experience a new world of pure and intense, intermixable trend inspired colours with IGORA ColorWorx
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4/10/2016 0 Comments

Haircolor Trend: Oil Slick

The “Oil Slick” haircoloring trend comes from the iridescent swirls of color found in a pool of oil on the ground. The look, with its dark base and less-extensive required lightening, is an ideal technique for brunettes who request creative color.
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The transition to fall usually means shifting to darker, warmer hair colors. And this is usually achieved by dyeing the hair to a single, overall wash of color. It’s practically a tradition by now: the summer is for experimenting with a riot of colors - sometimes all at once - while the winter is when we sort of start settling down into the richer, more sophisticated hues. And it makes sense, on some level: the trends reflect life, the seasons and our choices.

But it can get monotonous. And just because the skies are turning grey, and the ground white, doesn't mean you’ve got to give up on cheerful colors! Luckily, the hottest hair color trend is all about marrying the bright to the dark to a magical, shimmering end.    

So, what are we talking about? The oil slick hair trend, of course.

If you haven’t heard of the oil slick hair trend and your imagination is conjuring up images of greasy, smudged up color, wait just a moment. We’re not talking second-day hair or icky roots: we’re talking the most delicious marriage of kaleidoscopic colors with deep, moody undertones.

In a nutshell, the oil slick hair trend is equal parts the grey granny hair trend and the rainbow colors trend that have both been so big this year. We’re essentially taking inspiration from the multicolored manes and adapting them for darker bases and edgier effects. Think of it as the sexier, more grown-up version of the pops of pastel we’ve been loving all year. Shush up your inner unicorn and bring out your inner sphinx.

The oil slick hair trend is a fresh new take on the mermaid hair trend - but with a more pronounced sheen and set in dark hair. Ever looked at the gloriously colored plumage on a peacock and the iridescent neck feathers of a pigeon? Or the shimmering liquefied rainbow that’s created when oil puddles form after a rain shower? Those are the sort of fabulous hues and effects we’re going after here.

The oil slick hair trend is all the rage because it tends to a very major audience that has been lusting for something exactly like this all year: the dark-haired beauties. While there is no denying the appeal of candy-colored hair, let’s face it: its wearabilty is limited to the fair-haired lot. And if you’re not flaxen (or can’t be because it just won’t suit you) then you have probably watched sadly from the sidelines as all the pastel and bubblegum hues have quietly mocked you in your Instagram feed. But the happy days are here, because the oil slick hair trend is all about celebrating the sable. The colors - brilliant blues and gleaming greens and everything in between - wear so beautifully in darker hair.

Pastel hues just don’t sit as naturally in dark hair as they do in light, which is why most brunettes have stayed away from the trend all year. And it’s not just about the end result, because who cares if you’re happy with your look? There is a technical side to hair color trends too, and it’s kept the candy color trend out of reach: when you have a dark base to start with, going light can be a real problem; we’re talking so much bleaching and waiting around. Lots of clients I talk to are worried about damaging their hair by going from really dark to really light, which is why most brunettes choose to skip the lighter/ brighter color trends. Not anymore though!

How does the oil slick trend work? Well, essentially you’re layering jewel tones like emerald and indigo on each other to create a multi-tonal effect. The swirly mix of greens, blues and purples is really what drives the look. The trick to getting this trend right is to start out with a dark base. So, if you’ve got naturally dark hair, half your look is already in place. If you’re starting out with a light base, your stylist is going to have to give you a dark wash first. When it comes to the main colors themselves, you don’t want them to lay flat and chunky on top of each other, blocking the dark base out. The dark base is what adds the secret luminescence to the look. You want the colors to hold true individually but also peek from within: think of them as translucent filters that you hold up together, against the light. You want them to be almost sheered out and layered on top of each other and the color built up as you go along: this way the dark base will add shadows while the greens and blues will add light and we get that gorgeous gasoline-meets-water effect.

Apart from the fact that this one is right up the dark hair alley, there is also the added bonus that darker dyes last longer. If you’ve tried any of the pastel / rainbow trend variants you’ve probably already learned that those tend to fade away pretty fast. But the stronger, deeper dyes will last a lot longer in your hair which means that you save on two levels: one, you can enjoy the stunning effects for much longer and two, you don’t have to spend as much time or money on touchups. With the oil slick hair trend you get more bang for your buck. What’s more is, since these are basically darker hues filtered onto a dark base, even the fade-out is a subtler experience; the change is very gradual and you certainly don't have to worry about booking an appointment right away to keep the roots/base from peeking through. So, much less upkeep - another one for the win!

The duck feather trend, as it is also called, adds just the right amount of mystery to the mermaid. The inkiness is what makes so perfect for the season: it’s stormier, it’s sexier and it’s sophisticated. Just the right note you want for this time of the year.

Get ready to go rainbow in raven.

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4/8/2016 0 Comments

Should I Wash My Hair Today?

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4/8/2016 0 Comments

10 Hair Tips for Rainy Days...

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10 Hair Tips for Rainy Days...
from Jennifer Knightstep

You’ve just spent half an hour straightening your hair when you hear that first ominous roll of thunder, and you wish right then and there you had a long list of hair tips for rainy days to keep your hair from going flat or frizzy. Well, my darling, I can help! After experimenting with various means of keeping my hair sleek and straight (or at least cute!) in the worst rainy weather, I’ve got that list for you. Here are 10 hair tips for rainy days… put down that flat iron and let’s go!

1. Start with a Heat Protectant
The first tip for accomplishing sleek, shiny straight hair on even the dampest of days is to start with a heat protector, while your hair’s still damp. I love the Macadamia Heat Protection Serum by Carol’s Daughter, but if you prefer a spray rather than a serum, try Bumble & Bumble’s Prep.

 
2. Blow It Completely Dry
This hair tip for rainy days makes sense, when you think about it. Before you put the hair dryer down, make sure your hair is completely, absolutely desert-dry.  I’m guilty of turning off the dryer before my hair’s quite dry, because I get lazy, but on a rainy day, this is sure to spell frizz-type disaster.

3. Use an anti-frizz Serum
Ah, yes, speaking of frizz, now is the time to break out your favorite anti-frizz product. My favorite is Ouidad’s Climate Control Frizz & Flyaway Fighter Taming Shine Spray… it does exactly what the name implies… but if you have another fave, go for it!  Apply with a light hand, and let’s move on to our next rainy day hair tip.

4. Don’t Overdo the Product!
Remember when I said to apply your anti-frizz product with a light hand? That goes for any product you’ll use on this ultra-humid frizz-inducing rainy day. Aside from your anti-frizz product, all you’ll need is a very light mist of finishing spray.

5. Wait to Cool and Dry
Now that you’ve finished drying, flattening, and spraying your hair, you’re ready to go, right? Nope. Let’s wait about five minutes to make sure your hair is completely cooled (sealing the cuticle to fight frizz) and dry (from the little bit of product you’ve used). Now’s the perfect time to search for your favorite wellies and umbrella!  After the five minutes is up, you’re ready to go.

6. Use an Umbrella
Perhaps this hair tip for rain days doesn’t even need to be mentioned, but rather than destroying your lovely sleek do by wearing a rain hat, opt for an umbrella instead. I don’t care how cute that hat is, unless you plan to wear it all day, leave it at home.

7. No Touchy!
As you head out the door, your first instinct may be to touch your tresses and see how they’re holding up. Don’t do it! The oils from your hands will encourage your hair to frizz, and that’s the LAST thing you want!

8. Braid It Back!
What if you don’t have time to re-do your hair into its usual straight sleekness? Maybe it’s time to try this rainy day hair tip, and embrace this summer’s Katniss-inspired braid trend. Pull your hair back into a pretty French braid, or pull it over one shoulder in a loose, breach-y herringbone or fishtail. Gorgeous! Let the rain fall!

9. Try an Updo
Not too sure of your braiding skills? Then opt for a simple updo, like a messy bun or even just a cute, sporty high ponytail. In fact, the ponytail may be an excellent way to channel a little Olympic sportiness and support your favorite athlete this summer! It’s rain in London, too, you know…

10. Go with It!
My boyfriend swears I look sexy when I’ve been unprepared for a summer deluge and get caught in the rain. If you’re not on your way to the office, or anywhere special, why not let the warm summer rain dampen your tresses? Your man might like the look, too…

Now that you know how to handle your hair on a rainy, humid day, do you feel more confident, or are you still fearful of frizz?  Be bold, sweetie, these hair tips for rainy days are all tried and true! ​
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4/4/2016 0 Comments

Men's Grooming:  7 Common Mistakes Made When Choosing a Hairstyle

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Many men make common mistakes when updating a hairstyle. Several factors come into play when making this decision, and not all guys take these key things into account. To avoid making a mistake, read the following questions and the go to town with your stylist:

Is this hairstyle age appropriate for me?
Many men will choose a style that does not translate well for their age. Picking a young hairstyle does not make you look younger if anything it makes you look older and like you’re trying too hard.

Does the hairstyle fit your lifestyle?
If you’re a low maintenance type or an outdoor person, picking a hairstyle that requires a lot of up keep or tons of product probably isn’t your best choice. You should always ask yourself if you’re willing to put in the time to achieve the look. Similarly, if you’re a wake up and go person a high maintenance hairstyle isn’t for you. Choose one that you can get the look you want with the least amount of fuss.

Do you have the right texture or thickness of hair for this particular hairstyle?
This is very important. If you don’t have the right hair type to support the style it will never come out the way you expect. You will end up disappointed in your choice, and also in your stylist for not warning you that your hair can’t do what you want it to do.

Do you like using hair product?
If you don’t like using hair products, choosing a style that requires using them won’t be a great choice, as you’ll end up hating the way you look. Know what you want your hair to do and what it will take to keep it that way.

Is your hair thinning?
If so, choose a short style closer to the scalp. Trying to keep it longer and conceal the fact your losing it won’t fool anyone. Embrace what you have and your inability to change it, then, choose a style that doesn’t accentuate the fact it’s thinning. If chosen well, people will not notice what you lack; rather they will notice what you have.

Is the hairstyle dated or dead?
If the hairstyle you’re sporting topped the trend charts during the 80s or 90s and has yet to make its comeback, it’s better to leave that style in the past. Nobody will admire you’re nod to the mullet, flattop, or frat boy fade.

How does your man/woman like your hair?
If you’re someone who doesn’t care what anyone thinks, more power to you. However, if you are one to please, ask what style they would like to see on you. They might not be your ultimate solution, but if anything they will appreciate that you care enough to take their opinion into consideration.


Keep in mind that if you have any concerns with what you have chosen, ask your stylist any or all of these questions and get their input – it could mean the difference between a symphony and a train wreck.
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