The Edge Stick

Hi everybody, I'm unwinding from the SIBE Hair Show my brain is full. I'm excited, motivated, and ready to take my business to the next level.  But the highlight of the show for me was "the edge stick".  After being in the hair industry for 20 years, someone has finally discovered away for clients to be able to touch up their edges without worrying about burning their hair or scalp with the dreadful pressing comb. Let's be honest, although the "hot comb" changed the industry many years ago, so did the 8-track. While many industries have evolved, it seems that the hair care industry has been moving at a snails pace.

It's been my observation that women put those hot combs in their hair week after week as means to smoothing their hair, when they have no idea what the temperature is and loose hair at an alarming rate.
Now as a professional, I have mastered straightening hair with the ceramic flat iron, but I don't expect my client to be able to duplicate my service. Discovering this "edge stick", now offers a way to retouch your hair line or root area as needed without worrying about burning your scalp or hair. I tried it today at the show and I am definitely loving it.  It's great for on the go, taking to the gym and comes with it's own carrying case.. The edge stick can be purchased online at http://www.tamesalon.com/ or at Tame Salon 323.954.8263

Watch how it workslick here!

The "Beyonce" Effect

So, this topic came up in the salon last week when a new client came in and I was going through a consultation to see what previous treatments she had going with her hair.  She confessed to having colored her hair, but it always comes out reddish, not what's on the box. Hmmm... really! Do you honestly expect to get that color? In fact, unless your dying your hair black or brown, your probably won't reach your desired shade, and if your do, you'll probably miss some spots. But companies will still use celebrities to sell you hair color.
Now if I need a license and advanced education to apply hair color, why does Loreal and Clariol believe you don't. All though they sell millions of at-home-color kits, they don't guarantee results, nor do they use actual models whose hair has even been colored with that actual product.
Some of them wear wigs or the color is computer enhanced to make it brighter and richer. But if your a fan and you want the look they have then that color is as good as sold.
When your ready for some real hair color come see me at Tame Salon.

The Keratin Craze

Keratin... What's the buzz all about?

Keratin is fibrous proteins which is the structural composition of hair, nails, and skin. As it pertains to hair it gives hair its strength. Hair that is lacking protein,  is weak, lacks luster and elasticity, and is brittle, dry, and tends to shed.

Keratin has been around forever, but in recent years new and advanced techniques have been introduced. "Brazilian" Keratin Thermal Reconstructors has been on the scene since 2006. These treatments take a more intense form of keratin that is applied to the hair, dried in the hair, and (heat activated) thermally smoothed with a flat-iron (ceramic or tourmaline). These treatments can last up to three months.

They are not permanent but can have lasting positive effects. It is not a relaxer or straightener, nor does it contain the harsh chemicals that those products do. In fact the treatments that I have used can be used the same day as a relaxer and color to immediately strengthen the hair from these chemical processes.  How is that? Keratin treatments are not caustic. They are non reactive, and do not cause a chemical change to the hair by breaking the bonds. Keratin treatments rebuild the hair and through the thermal process the cuticle is softened and sealed, which eliminates frizz, tangles, shedding, and helps to block out unwanted moisture, which causes hair to revert when exposed to moisture.

Popular treatments have been in the media in regards to safety and exposure to toxic fumes, a brand in which I used to use. Although I had great results, I did have constant question about fumes and consistency in product in which that company couldn't give me solid answers which is important to me.  I was introduced to Cadiveu in Dec. 2010 and after extensive research I found it to be the better choice of product for me and my clients.

Cadivue is the pioneer of Keratin Treatments and is very safe. Unlike other brands it is smoke free, fume free, and has no down time for washing your hair. For more information check out www.cadiveuusa.com.

The Keratin reconstructing treatments are revolutionizing the hair industry and will definitely be around for years.