As the Chair Turns - January 2021

Hello 2021!

Last year was not an easy year by any means. We've loved. We’ve lost. And we’ve  found new ways to cherish what is so dear to us.  I have been reminded time and time again that tomorrow is promised to no one.  This wonderful quote says it so well:

"Tomorrow isn't promised to us. So live as if today is your last day on earth. Love like you've never loved before. Dream deeper than you've ever imagined you could dream. Experience all that your heart desires. If tomorrow you wake and everything still remains, at least your living now!“
- Gregory James Upson

​Moving forward, like the photo above says, “We’re all going to walk in real slow. Be good.  Be quiet. Don’t. Touch. Anything.”

We are not out of the woods yet so we must continue to be diligent in our behaviors and habits.  We cannot let our guard down.  I am going to do all in my power to remain physically healthy and mentally present.  I wish the same for each of you.

With San Francisco, and the State of California, basically shutting down I headed to Colorado to see my Mother a couple weeks early.  I think I’ll get a full 6 weeks with her instead of the month I’d original planned.  And boy has she put me to work. The two of us together have tackled the many, many projects no one is capable of doing on their own.  Most of what we’ve sorted through and cleared out is being donated to The Fort Lyon Supportive Residential Community.  They provide recovery oriented transitional housing to individuals experiencing homelessness.  My Dad was a very generous and giving person so I know he would approve.  

We’ve talked about a day trip or two, but with the current COVID situation any travels will be taken (if at all) with the utmost caution.

My plans are still to be back in San Francisco by the 23rd.  I’m paying close attention to any further extensions of the Stay-at-Home orders.  If anything happens to change or delay my return you will be the first to know.

Not being able to see you in the salon, I’m doing my best to bring you articles I hope you’ll find interesting.

I have 2 different articles on 2021 forecasts.  One on hair color trends and the other on men’s short haircuts for the coming year. The hair color article takes an interesting look at your hair color habits from last year.

Did you know natural red hair was more fragile than other hair colors?   I knew it was rare and tends to be frizzy, but even I learned a thing or two from the Ginger Parrot article I have for you.

I’ve known about this for a while, but didn’t know just how serious the situation had become. Many curlies have been “betrayed” and left in tears by one of the major curl care companies.  Check out the article I have for you about their journey.  If you need a recommendation for your curly locks, let me know.

That reminds me to ask you to check the ingredients in your hair care products. You read food labels, but you should also be reading the ingredient labels of your hair care products. Many scalp and skin issues can be traced back to an allergic reaction from your hair products. Manufactures are continually reformulating their products and the ingredients. On their own many ingredients are harmless BUT when they come in contact with something as simple as water (or heat) a chemical change happens and they become toxic. Case in point is a Class Action Lawsuit against TRESemmé Keratin Hair Smoothing Shampoo and TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Color Shampoo.  You’ll want to check out that article.

I also have articles for you on air-drying fine hair, why some go gray in their 20's, a little reminder to stay in touch with your emotions during this pandemic, iconic hairstyles form the 70's, and more.

Oh, and a few "Best Ofs" from last year. 

As always, I am available by email, text or phone if you have any questions or concerns.

Looking forward to seeing you in the coming year!
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Be well. Take Hair! AND #MaskUp 😷

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

What's Inside This Month

• 2021 Forecast: Top Hair Color Trends
• How to Air-Dry Fine, Thin Hair So It Looks Like a Blowout
• 2021 Men's Haircut Trends for Short Hair
• The Simple Mistake You're Making With Your Hair
• How Red Hair is Different to Other Hair Shades
• The Hunt to Replace DevaCurl, every curly girl's fallen savior
• Why Some People Go Gray in Their 20's
• Stay in Touch with Your Emotions to Reduce Pandemic-Induced Stress
• Some of the Best Ofs
• "Follically Challenged": How to Check if You're Losing Too Much Hair
• Recipe: Savory Apply Naan Flatbread
• The Story of Hair: Iconic Hairstyles of the 1970's
• In the News: Class Action Claims TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Shampoo Causes Hair Loss, Scalp Irritation