Three go to products for great hair!

Hey There,


This month's article comes from Cami Fisher, who serves up common sense with a certain 'je ne sais quoi!'
Follow her simple advice to make every day a great hair day.
C'est si bon, Cami!

Melinda Mullen
Owner, Adorn Style Lounge


              Good Hair Days, Made Easy!
              by Cami Fisher

Good hair days start with great hair. Sounds pretty straight forward, right?
Not really.
Many of us suffer the consequences of processed, dull, dry, unprotected hair.

Believe me, I understand. Growing up with three older sisters and a mom on a tight budget, I too used to be an innocent victim - forced to use grocery store hair products such as Suave, V05, and oh yes, Aqua Net!

I never understood how important quality products were, even when hairdressers were pushing me to buy deep conditioners and leave-in protectors. It wasn't until one hairdresser made special trips to the beauty supply to pick up a product, that I realized she really did want me to have healthy, beautiful hair - which showcased her work and made me feel great!
As I flipped through the latest Elle magazine, I really saw how the media sometimes has created confusion on which products to use. I mean, come on! Do they really expect us to believe Kim Kardashian or Whitney Port are using Tresemme? (That was almost as good as when they thought we believed that Eva Longoria and Beyonce were using box color!! Seriously?)

At this point you may be asking, "What should we use then?" Well now, we are back to square one, and you may find yourself in a salon in front of what seems like thousands of pretty, colored bottles. Don't just reach for the prettiest one, that's how you end up with all those extra products under your sink, which you have no clue what to do with.
JUST ASK US!
Any stylist will be more than happy to educate you on product that best suits your hair type, life style, and desired end results. I can tell you - great healthy hair will begin with nurtured, moisturized hair. Everyone needs a great shampoo and conditioner and eventually three additional products:

* Leave-in protector (will be the foundation to any style, giving moisture along with heat protection)

* A style aid (the style aid will depend on your hair type and desired end result, volume, curl, straightness, etc)

* Finishing product ( such as a smoother, hair spray, or shine spray)

The rest will be up to you and your creativity, expanding with new products and the many different ways we can use them.

And now, I am that hairdresser who really cares about you having healthy, beautiful hair.

I can't wait to see you have a good hair day...everyday!

BUMBLE AND BUMBLE IS HERE!

We are definitely buzzing about carrying the wildly popular Bumble & bumble line!


Known for its absolute passion for innovative techniques and highest-quality products, Bumble and bumble has grown to a cult-like following in NYC and Hollywood. The actual 'House of Bumble' is located in the meatpacking district in NY has been host to NY Fashion Week. The building has eight floors and houses B~b (hairstyling) University, a fashion design school, and a tea shop.

There's a great video timeline on their site, which cleverly illustrates the birth and growth of the company. And the following excerpt is from the B~b blog:

For over 30 years, New York City-based Bumble and bumble has revolutionized hair and hair styling by emphasizing the individual, transcending trends and launching new looks. From their shampoos, conditioners and hair therapy treatments, to styling and grooming crèmes, waxes and sprays, Bumble and bumble is known as one of the most influential hair companies in the industry. Top products include B&b Thickening Spray, Styling Crème and Hair Powders. Popular from salons to celebs, fans of Bumble & bumble include Kristen Bell, "Ugly Betty" stylist Mary-Ann Valdes, and the cast of "Gossip Girl".

C'mon in soon and see the buzz about Bumble and bumble for yourself!





Melinda Mullen

Owner, Adorn Style Lounge

FREE MOROCCAN HAIRSPRAY and 40% off ALL PRIVE Products

For a limited time only, Adorn Style Lounge is offering a FREE 10oz bottle of MOROCCANOIL Hairspray with the purchase of a 3.4oz bottle of MOROCCANOIL.

Not to mention....

40 % off ALL PRIVE Products!

Hurry in today, this sale ends July 9th.

Summer Hair Inspiration!

Wanted to share some great hairstyling options for summer. I am just loving the many do's of summer soft, slightly undone but with purpose. Thought I would share a blog I enjoy looking at for inspiration she does alot of tutorials also which are great. She goes over mermaid braids, quick easy top knot and many more. WWW.hdofblog.com
Hope you enjoy!
Melinda

Breaking Down "SALON SPEAK"

Hey There,



As a salon owner, it's my job to make you feel comfortable and pampered when you come to Adorn Style Lounge.

Recently, a client confessed to me that she didn't understand some of the newer techniques and terminology that salon stylists use, and thought she might be missing out.

I thought this was the perfect opportunity to share industry language, and how you can ask for what is right for you (and the price, too)!

Happy learning!
Melinda Mullen
Owner, Adorn Style Lounge


Demystifying the Terms & Techniques

Stylists casually throw out terms that we assume everyone knows: partial highlight, full highlight, toners, glazes, etc. Even those who give their undying trust in their stylists must wonder, "What?!"


This crash course on the "School of Hair Color Techniques" will not only shed some light on what your hair is going through, but might help you understand pricing menus and make you feel more comfortable for splurging on those extra services. In any case, please know you can always ask how much the service will be! We know this process can be overwhelming, let us help breakdown all of your choices to find your perfect color and when it is time to leave the salon you not only have fabulous hair, but I confident mind-set to match it.


Permanent Hair Color

This is a great option for clients who want to cover grey or go lighter than their natural shade. It also gives your stylist the ability to change your hair color to a variety of shades. But remember, when working with permanent color we are not able to lighten previously colored hair with color.



Demi/Semi Permanent Hair Color

These colors are gentler than permanent color and are perfect for clients that are just being introduced to color. No peroxide or ammonia is used in these formulas. They can help blend grey but not completely cover it; they can not lighten hair but can be used to change tone our add depth to your hair. For example, try some red, or darken and add richness. This service usually lasts around four weeks and is perfect for those with 'commitment issues.'



Single Process, All-Over Color

This method refers to the application of color to your entire head of hair. We can use permanent color or Demi/Semi color. This is great for someone wanting to cover grey and usually requires touch ups every four to six weeks.



Highlights, Lowlights, and Weaves

These techniques create dimension by not coloring every hair. We weave small pieces of your hair and apply product that can lighten (highlight) or darken (lowlight) your hair. This process usually involves foils that keep colored hair separated, protecting the rest of your hair. There are so many different looks you can achieve with weaving, commonly called highlights and lowlights. We usually recommend every seven to ten weeks for touch ups.



Partial versus Full Highlights

A partial highlight pertains to the top section and the sides of the head that are either highlighted our lowlighted, while the underneath portion of the head is not colored. A full highlight means the entire head, from your forehead to the nape of your neck, is highlighted or lowlighted.



Balayage

This coloring method creates a very natural look. We apply color by painting free handed, directly onto hair with no foils to add depth or to lighten. The result is a very low maintenance highlight or lowlight that is very blended and requires fewer visits. Touch-ups are recommended every ten to twelve weeks but can sometimes last much longer.



Double Process: Highlights with an All-Over Color

This service combines all over color with highlights. This gives us the ability to cover grey, lighten or change the shade of existing color while adding multiple tones with highlights. A retouch is recommended every four to five weeks while highlights are retouched every eight to ten weeks.



Toners, Glazes, and Glosses - Oh My!

Toners and glazes are used to balance out the tones and shades of any hair color. They deposit shine and can add color to faded-out ends. A gloss produces the same effect, but is done in clear for just adding shine. These products also can help close down the cuticle, allowing the hair to reflect light.


As the seasons change and summer is just around the corner, the desire for change seems to always be triggered within us. Perhaps this crash course on the "School of Hair Color Techniques" will help give you some inspiration, ideas, and that extra boost of confidence to achieve the look that you want on your next salon visit. We hope this has helped to demystify your color options, we welcome any questions and input from our clients.

Rock'n Roots with Ombré Hair Color--- Still Loving It!

Ladies, are you searching for a new style? Perhaps something natural and easy to work with? Well then, the Ombré hair style is ideal for you. It is the latest hair statement spreading around the media that is perfect for this year's spring and summer fashion. Ombré achieves the look of having darker roots that get lighter from the mid-shaft to the ends. It is a great low maintenance alternative to traditional highlights while still framing your face and creating brightness.

With this artful work done by a professional, it won't look like you've been careless about maintaining your appearances, but will give you a beautiful, natural look that will keep you from having to see your stylist as frequently as you do. This look is a good way to give you a lighter, sun-kissed aura, while keeping your darker features preserved and noticeable.

Styling and putting in those finishing touches was never more fun with some of our customized Privé styling products. After adding in some loose, wavy curls try adding some Privé Extended Texture Clay that will give you the added oomph to achieve that beachy, textured finish. Some clients also enjoy the Privé Finishing Texture Spray, giving you a similar look in a convenient spray from. To fully complete this Ombré hair style, spritz some MoroccanOil Luminous Hairspray, satisfying this tremendous looking hair style while also keeping it soft and touchable.

PROM!

Yup it sure is that time of year. Sure love seeing our young beautiful clients coming in for fun hair and checking out their dresses and shoes!!!  Such a big night and lots of excitement. Thought I would post a picture of Jenae one of Cami's clients. She is so sweet and pretty and a great model to show off Cami's work. Hope you enjoy!