This sceintific information from chemist C. R. Robbins: A major side reaction of bleach application and processing on the hair involves...

I think most of us have been asked to do something we think is "rather crazy", and which is not in the client's best interest. Managing...

When a chemist defines how bleach acts in the hair, they note that bleach has the ability to dissolve (eliminate) golden-orange pigment...

About ten years ago, two brilliant women, Meagan Scarlett and Liora Dudar began taking steps to reinvent hair color. And they did! Their...

I THINK MOST NEW BEAUTY SCHOOL GRADUATES BEGIN WITH ENTHUSIASM AND WITH THE DESIRE TO SUCCEED. I ALSO OBSERVE THAT COSMETOLOGY SCHOOLS...

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

OCTOBER: A great month to enjoy diving DEEP into career-boosting hair color education! Come learn with me! Observe and participate as we...

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...

As you know, I love demiperment hair color. ... however, product prices continue to soar. ONE GREAT OPTION many salons enjoy: TOTAL...

Shocking but true! Particulary after using a formula containing a high lift blonde shade of hair color, or a creme or powdler lightener,...

Color for the next generation: LOREAL has reimagined MAJIREL! MAJIREL: THE NEXT GENERATION: More efficient formulas offer: Easier...

For the client who asks for help as she transitions to gray hair, start by BLENDING the white hair near the scalp and as that processes,...

Whether natural or color-treated, dark hair often appears shinier than lighter hair because part of the light is reflected at the outer...

Let's address two types of red hair: A rich "copper red" which has lost it's "punch" and luster A lighter warm "golden-copper" peach...

When creating a shade of color which is lighter than the natural hair, or when removing synthetic color from the hair, the product we use...

When your client requests complete coverage of gray, using NN shades promise that the coverage will be COMPLETE. Frankly, even before...

Right now, we are caring for two different requests from clients asking to COVER their gray hair. Client type one: The client who...

One of the important features of Wella's Illumina Hair Color brand, is that it contains a demineralizing ingredient!. So, this modern...

"Gray Blending" is not new.. many of us have been doing this for YEARS!. This technique allows us to use the client's gray hair as a...

Throughout modern history, and particularly during times of unrest, we are made aware of those who attempt to obtain money by suing...

There are many times when our ability to slightly lighten natural color one level can effectively create great beauty. We call this...

As we know, a patch test revealing any sensitivity to hair color, is required to be provided prior to each and every hair color...

Speaking with so many talented salon professionals continues to be one of the most joyful parts of my life. Almost everyone I know has...

Choosing the best hair color for your skin tone doesn’t have to be hard. With a little help and some basic tips, you can find a shade...

Great colorists traditionally "finish" a color appointment by refreshing faded hair lengths using an acidic glazing formula. This is...

DAVINES introduces the first ever Regenerative Organic certified ingredient in Davines hair color. THE PRESENT TIME is a demi-permenent,...

I've learned that most salon color clients do not respond well if we try to explain why they should avoid "going gray". This decision...

Members here are asking how they can transform a permanent hair color into a less alklaine solution..... Creating deposit without "lift"...

When a client understands that her natural skin tone and eye color, are WARM, and when she has natural rich brown hair, levels 2, 3 or 4,...

Hair color chemistry continues to fascinate me. I observe new liquids coming on the market. These are designed to be added to your bowl...

Those who have read today's Wall Street Journal may see that Madison Reed is planning to take another bite out of the salon professional...

We have all seen hair color that looks lighter and brighter near the scalp, but, closer to the ends of the hair lengths, the color looks...

When I first began studying color, I attended a major educational event where one of the most frequently asked questions was "How can...

Refer to THE ETHICIST: In the April 26th edition of the New York Times

As you may know, leading actor GEORGE CLOONEY, is known also for being wonderfully handsome. Right now, he is starring on Broadway, in...

Aside from creating beautiful hair, salon professionals also serve as therapists and entertainers. If you see 12 people per day, you...

YES! "going gray" has become a trend.. even for a number of celebrities. And, of course, the choice is entirely up to your client. As...

This very controlled yet EFFECTIVE tehnique allows you to effectively remove very dark dye from brunette hair.. OR to gently lighten...

Notes from Salon Business Guru, MARIA FONTANA: "The beauty business is NOT what it WAS.. Most of us were taught to "grind" "smile" and...

WIGS are a big business.. but not the type of wigs usually worn in the past!. We're talking about partial hair enhancers like human hair...

Get rerady for an exclusive "unfiltered" heart to heart discussion with salon icon Maria Fontana and me, Beth Minardi, on my Facebook...

There is a very fie line between very rich, deep brunette hair and black hair. And we all know that hair of any measurable porosity.....

Some clients who opted to wear very, very dark hair now look forward to warmer months... Deciding that being blonde might be a great...

THIS MIGHT BE A SHOCKER... but here goes!! Salon pros know the importance of conducting a great consultation before beginning salon...

Slightly softening depth at the regrowth area, prior to creating a blonde highlight can be a great way to provide wonderful...

The modern approach to beauty again focuses on the benefits of natural ingredients... supporting scalp health and hair condition. Listed...

Dear Hair Color Friend: Right now, many professionals.. both "long-term" and new, are struggling with the ever-growing costs of doing...

Be IMMERSED in advanced hair color learning. It's easy to register ... and class size is limited. Charles David Salon is located in...

Lighting experts will probably tell you the importance of TASK LIGHTING in your salon. When designing Minardi Salon in NYC, we were...

Colorists often meet a new client whose hair lengths may be previously lightened and VERY porous... which suggests hair damage. As you...