Leading dermatologists tell us what so many of us already know. Hair is "born" (formed) beneath the scalp in the hair follicle which is fed from our bloodstream, underneath the follicle in the hair bulb. This is where the blood nourishes the formation of keratin protein and othergenetic materials which push to the surface, creating a strand of hair, which emerges from

When comparing swatches attached to older charts with those swatches displayed today, I

I share this important color tidbit with you.. with a bit of trepidation! Why? Because in this

Do you need to clean silver in your home? Perhaps a bracelet, flatware, a tray or a candle stick? Try this to observe a "good way" oxidation can take place.

Providing gorgeous hair color results is only a part of what we do. See my new post

Creating fabulous salon hair color results is a big part of what we do.. But, the other part of our work involves how we help clients ENJOY their time with us. Here are a few things

This sceintific information from chemist C. R. Robbins:

I think most of us have been asked to do something we think is "rather crazy", and which

When a chemist defines how bleach acts in the hair, they note that bleach has the ability to dissolve (eliminate) golden-orange pigment in the cortex. This pigment is called PHAEOMELANIN. High lift permanent hair color does not remove phaeomelanin, as it

About ten years ago, two brilliant women, Meagan Scarlett and Liora Dudar began taking

I THINK MOST NEW BEAUTY SCHOOL GRADUATES BEGIN WITH ENTHUSIASM AND WITH THE DESIRE TO SUCCEED. I ALSO OBSERVE THAT COSMETOLOGY SCHOOLS ARE REQUIRED TO TEACH CONTENT WHICH PROVIDES THE INFORMATION NECESSARY TO PASS A STATE BOARD LICENSING EXAM. INSTRUCTORS ARE BUSY AND HAVE MUCH TO COVER. FAR TOO OFTEN, THESE BASIC SKILLS ARE NOT EFFECTIVELY PRESENTED.'

I'll start this color lesson with a bit of history. FIRST: The invention of modern permanent hair color by LOreal founder, Mr. Schiller: Paris, Early 1920's.

OCTOBER: A great month to enjoy diving DEEP into career-boosting hair color education!

PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT here if you are interested in joining me for a full day of important, career-boosting hair color learning. I'm co-ordinating with a wonderful salon owner, whose business is located only about 30 minutes away from the TULSA INTL AIRPORT.

Now, another highly effective way to reverse follicle aging.. and the accompanying, related loss of hair.

As you know, I love demiperment hair color. ... however, product prices continue

Shocking but true! Particulary after using a formula containing a high lift blonde shade of hair color, or a creme or powdler lightener, a SIGNIFICANT alkaline residue can remain in the hair, even after we carefully rinse, shampoo and condition the hair. YES! So, the client can leave the sink, with both of you feeling that her hair is perfectly clean. She walks

Easier color mixing and application.

For the client who asks for help as she transitions to gray hair, start by BLENDING the

Mix this permanent Hair color formula with 20 volume developer. Apply , process and enjoy.