Here Comes The Sun

It finally has become warm enough for us to enjoy the outside air.  I love soaking up the sun but my hair and skin don’t agree with it. Usually by the end of summer I’m one big freckle and my hair becomes dry and brassy.  I must be diligent about putting on sunscreen, not only [...]

Fashion Color Forward

On a recent visit to Texas to see my sister I was approach by her friend to put purple in her hair.  I thought how fun because I rarely get to put these “fashion colors” in clients hair.  Before I started the process I had to warn her of the upkeep and mess this process [...]

The ultimate stylists playground

It’s that time of year again to attend the best beauty show in the Midwest.  To keep our cosmetology license active we must complete hours to keep up with all the new techniques and products. There is no better place to learn all this then at this show. It is filled with stages and booths [...]

Product Junkies Unite

We have three more months of winter and I am feeling like hibernating.  Everyday I have to find some project to keep me motivated and my recent development has been organization.  It seems to me that I like to hoard things especially beauty products.  I actually have many clients tell me the same thing about [...]

I will not be known as Ariel anymore

Just so everyone knows red is the hardest color is keep vibrant in the hair and to get out of the hair.  I have been every color red for over a year now and I needed a change.  Unfortunately I am limited with options while trying to keep the integrity of my long hair.  I [...]

I’m growing up and upgrading

I am learning that I need to invest in good staple clothing items.  I recently went to a clothing show for this company called Cabi.  I was sure that I would not be able to afford or justify buying these clothes. Then I took in to account how classic pieces can be in your wardrobe [...]

IMPORTANT!!!

Pretty much everyone I know has experienced a hair disaster at some point in their life.  When you go to see a new stylist or are ready for a change please consider these things.
1. When was the last time you loved your hair and why?
2. When was the last time you received a great compliment about [...]

Be patient and improvise

If you are trying to grow out your hair and you hate the in between dull stage don’t give up.  Here are a few ideas to get past this rough patch.  Coming from someone who has been growing their hair out since high school, I know a few tricks.  Accessories are wonderful things, [...]

Trick or Treat with taste

I swear these halloween costumes have become more and more scandalous.  As an adult it can be fun and empowering but I’m concerned for the kids.  My daughter is going to be five soon and I’m freaking out by how aware she is of these “cool, beautiful girls”, is how she puts it.  I just [...]

Yay for 2nd day hair!

So I’m in love with these new dry shampoos. I had bought one about four years ago called PSST, but the new ones these days smell a whole lot better and work amazing. Most of my clients prefer second day hair but for those with thin oily hair, the result can look a [...]

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