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How To Go Green With Your Haircare Routine

November 10, 2021 No Comments

The haircare industry has a very high carbon footprint. With high levels of chemicals in products, plastic bottles, hot water and energy usage, not to mention that less than 1% of foil gets recycled in the UK. While the news is rather bleak, in this post we delve into the steps you can take to learn how to go green with your haircare routine. In this post I will delve into ways we can reduce our environmental impact by taking small but important steps. In the end of the day it is many people doing small things that make the […]

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9 Biggest Hair Myths You Need To Stop Believing!

October 5, 2021 No Comments

We’ve all heard hair myths before, but how do we know what to believe? We all want healthy, beautiful hair, the question is: How? With so much misinformation out there, I decided to delve deep into the misinformation and half truths out there so that you don’t have to! Read on to learn about the nine biggest hair myths that you need to stop believing! Dry hair needs moisture Not all dry hair is equal and the cure depends entirely on the cause. Naturally curly, thick, course hair is often dry and this hair type benefits from moisture. However, if […]

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The Ultimate Guide To Shampooing Your Hair Correctly!

September 22, 2021 No Comments

Hint: Most of us have been doing it wrong!! When it comes to hair health, shampooing is the most basic, most regular thing to do to maintain and care for our hair. How is it though, that most of us are doing it wrong? There are so many misconceptions about hair washing, and I will go into detail below about how to do it the right way to ensure maximum hair health in the ultimate guide to shampooing your hair correctly! Choose the right shampoo This sounds easier than it actually is, and often involves some trial and error. Our […]

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The Ultimate Guide To Finding A New Hairstylist

September 13, 2021 No Comments

Finding a new hairstylist can be extremely stressful. With so many hairstylists out there, how do you know who is right for you? It doesn’t need to be a daunting task. In fact there are several things you can do to take the stress out of the process entirely. In this post I created the ultimate step by step guide to finding a new hairstylist that is perfect for you, with confidence and ease. Step 1: Decide what you want to do with your hair This is the first step because every stylist has a different aesthetic and speciality. If […]

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How To Properly Protect Your Hair From The Sun

August 16, 2021 No Comments

I recently posted a reel on my instagram talking about SPF for hair and I received many questions about it. For this reason I decided to do a whole post on hair care in the sun and what we can do to prevent sun damage. We are hyper aware of the affect the sun has on our skin and we all know we should be using SPF every day on our skin, but what about our hair? Read on to learn how to properly protect your hair from the sun. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Amanda […]

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Everything You Need To Know Before Going Blonde!

July 21, 2021 No Comments

With the temperatures rising and summer in full swing, so many of us decide that this is the perfect time to go blonde. This might seem like a great decision to make on impulse, I mean, blondes do have more fun right? In this post we delve into everything you need to know before going blonde! There are many things to consider before taking the plunge and bleaching those locks. In this post we delve deep into the details about what it entails to go blonde and if it’s the right decision for you. Before you consider making the change, […]

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How to achieve the perfect, salon quality blow dry at home

June 30, 2021 No Comments

We’ve all experienced that feeling of leaving a salon with our hair fresh and bouncy feeling like we are stepping into a commercial or a fashion shoot. But somehow achieving the same results at home never seems to work. I’ve compiled a list of the tricks and techniques that professionals use so you can learn how to achieve the perfect salon quality blow dry at home. Read on to learn how to style your hair with confidence and ease, just like the pros. The main components for the perfect blow dry are prep, tools, technique and finish. Even as a […]

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How To Choose Your Perfect Hair Color

June 16, 2021 No Comments

Choosing a hair color that works for you can cause stress and anxiety. Truthfully, changing your hair color has the potential to be a fun and exciting process. In order to make the decision easier we need to have an understanding of the options and how they apply directly to you. In this post I will go into the main considerations of how to choose your perfect hair color. There are three main factors involved in choosing the perfect hair color for you. Lifestyle, skin tone and palette. Lifestyle refers to how much time and financial investment you are willing […]

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The ultimate guide to box dye, henna and organic color.

June 9, 2021 No Comments

We’ve all heard over and over that box dye is bad for your hair, but why? What are the ingredients that cause allergic reactions? On the other side of the spectrum, is organic hair color 100% natural? Henna is natural, can it cause a reaction? In this post I’ll delve into the details of these different types of hair dye in this ultimate guide to box dye, henna and organic color so you can make more informed choices with your hair. The bottom line is that all hair color is not created equal. The fundamental difference is the quality and […]

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Everything You Need To Know About Hair Toner

June 2, 2021 No Comments

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Toners are used frequently in salons for clients who lighten their hair. I personally use toners on 90% of my highlights and balayage clients. While it is so frequently used, it is also fairly misunderstood. For this reason, I am asked time and time again, what is a toner and why do I need it? Read on to learn everything you need to know about hair toner so you can make more informed hair choices! A toner is a process, not a product. The process is done on pre-lightened hair in order to add the desired tone, or undertone to […]