PANTONE COLOR OF THE YEAR: WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR ME?

Until a few years ago, most people I talk to had never even heard of Pantone, let alone knew what they do. Being in the beauty & fashion industry, the name definitely gets tossed around. But to be honest, I probably only know who they are because my business partner, Annie, grew up in her […]

HELP! MY STYLIST WON’T DO WHAT I WANT

Have you ever been told “No” when asking your stylist for a change? It may hurt to hear it at first, but usually there’s a reason behind the reluctance. The best thing stylists can do is talk openly with clients about why a change may not work, and offer an alternative. But that doesn’t always […]

3 THINGS TO TELL YOUR STYLIST BEFORE COLORING

Looking to make a change to your color, or just wanting a touch up for now? Either way, it’s important for your colorist to know what they’re working with before taking the first step. Save yourself a potential headache by offering this information before you get started. You’ll thank me, and so will your stylist. […]

BOARD CERTIFIED, STILL MASTERING

In 2012, I took the exam to become an American Board Certified Haircolorist. Being “Board Certified” is not required in order to do haircolor and it has nothing to do with beauty school. In fact, you have to be a licensed stylist before you can even apply to take the exam. (It’s also not affiliated […]