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Humidity always seems to show up the second your hair starts cooperating. Smooth styles puff up, curls lose shape, and volume somehow disappears while frizz takes over. Summer hair has a mind of its own, but the right routine can make humid weather a lot easier to work with. Instead of fighting the texture completely, the goal is to learn how to work with it. Here are a few smart product swaps and styling habits that can help hair stay smoother, softer, and far more manageable, even on hot, humid days. Start with Moisture Before Humidity Takes Over Did you know that dry hair reacts more to humidity than hydrated hair? Think of it as a thirsty friend clinging to the first sign of water; your strands are reaching for hydration. Give your locks a boost, starting in the shower, with a hydrating conditioner. This lays the foundation for less puffiness and a smooth start for styling, encouraging frizz-free locks. Provide Deep Hydration Weekly Use damaged hair products wee...

High-performance products, from hydrating curl definers to weekly toning purple shampoos, can help you love the hair you have, but how can you grow the locks you want? Just like raising a gorgeous garden, growing out your hair takes time, patience, and attention. If you’re starting your hair growth journey, check out these tips for gorgeous, happy long locks.  Get to Know Your Strands Chat with your hairstylist to learn more about your hair type. You can also take an online quiz from a stylist-founded hair care brand from the comfort of your home, which is perfect if you’re in between appointments. When you understand your hair’s texture, density, and porosity, it’s easier to find the best products to support it. Here’s how two hair types can benefit from tailored products: • Blonde Hair:  A daily non-toning purple conditioner designed to visibly strengthen and nourish blonde hair can help your strands stay hydrated and happy during your hair growth journey....

When you look at photos of yourself on a summer vacation, do you notice your bright smile and deep tan? When you glance at yourself in the mirror after a few hours in the sun, do your natural freckles and wispy highlights catch your eye? These gorgeous, sun-kissed features can make us look and feel radiant, making highlights a popular summer hairstyle. Highlights can give you the appearance of thicker hair, add dimension to your color, and make you look like you just stepped off the shore of a sandy, sunny beach. If you’re ready to enhance your natural glow with a few highlights, these three tips can help you achieve an effortless, stunning summer look. Learn About Different Highlights Before booking an appointment with a trusted stylist, do a little research on the different types of highlights. Do you want to frame your face with a few light strands? Do you want to give your hair a fuller, more dynamic look? Maybe you want to mimic your natural, end-of-summer glow. H...

Whether you bounce out of bed each morning ready to face the day or are in a love-hate relationship with your snooze button, everyone wants to save a little time in the morning. If you have a few busy days on the horizon, starting your week with an at-home blowout can help you feel confident and streamline your routine. Here are two tips to help you achieve a long-lasting blowout at home and three reasons to start busy weeks with stunning hair. Tips for a Long-Lasting Blowout Mastering the art of the multi-day blowout can help you take busy weeks in stride. Here are two tips for extending the life of your at-home blowout. Use Tailored Products When you use products that support your unique hair type and enhance the beauty of your locks, it’s easier to achieve a blowout that withstands your busy schedule. Regularly using products designed to nourish and support your hair type can help make your blowout look lovely for longer. A non-toning purple conditioner can keep bl...

  From bubbly glasses of champagne to chocolate-covered strawberries, February is full of sweet treats and tender moments. Embracing all the lovely things that this month has to offer starts with treating your gorgeous blonde locks to a little pampering. After all, when you look and feel your best, it’s easy to see the world through rose-colored glasses! Whether your naturally blonde hair is ready for a refresh—or you’re planning on revamping your style with a blonde makeover—February is a great time to try a new blonde hue. Here are three blonde shades that are perfect for this lovely month. Stunning Strawberry Chocolate-covered strawberries, berry-filled truffles, and rosy pink hues are synonymous with this romantic month, making strawberry blonde a fantastic shade to explore during February. This lovely color blends golden blonde hues with warm shades, such as copper or auburn, giving you a blush-worthy, balanced blonde. Using a weekly toning shampoo and a daily non-toning...

Smooth-looking hair is ideal, and while you like the look of it with a glossy black or dark brown color, you can’t say goodbye to your beloved blonde. Getting blonde hair to look as smooth and healthy as darker shades is a challenge any blonde can overcome. You can always talk to the experts about it when you get your hair retouched, high-lighted, or balayaged, but if you don’t have a trip to the salon on the calendar, the following tips will help your blonde hair look smooth and soft every day. Protect Your Hair with Daily Non-Toning Purple Conditioner When you have colored or naturally blonde hair, you can use a weekly toning violet shampoo to enhance the shade, cool it down, and stop brassy tones in their tracks. In addition to a toning shampoo, a non-toning daily purple conditioner for blondes is a must. These conditioners are formulated for blondes to moisturize and maintain their hair. They’re perfect for hair that feels dry and a little brittle, helping to add volu...

All good things take time—including going gray. While some people start finding gray hairs as early as their teen years, a full mane of silver hair doesn’t happen overnight. If your gray streaks and strands have become more prominent, the right products and styling tips can help you blend your changing color and go gray in style. Whether you’ve rocked a few gray streaks since your teenage years or are just beginning to notice more silver strands, get ready to embrace your silver mane with these three hair care tips. Blend New Hues with Highlights Since silver hair has become a popular trend in recent years, especially as an alternative to platinum blonde, many hairstylists have experience working with this sleek hue. A color technician can help you lighten your strands with highlights to blend your roots or begin transitioning your natural hair color to match your silver streaks. Whether you’re planning on going gray right away or gradually transitioning, the right pr...

We all think about it sooner or later: Is it time to go blonde? Blonde locks have this timeless elegance that is utterly enchanting. Who wouldn't want to try it out for themselves? But before you walk into the salon with the shade of blonde you've got your heart set on, there are some things to consider. From finding a shade that complements your skin undertone to keeping up on maintenance with toning purple shampoo , here is everything you need to consider before going blonde. Your Current Hair Color The color you are transitioning from will impact your process tremendously. You'll typically have to bleach your hair if you're not a natural blonde. But if you're transitioning from a lighter color, you'll have far less processing than if you have dark hair. If you come in with darker hair, you likely won't get to your desired color in one session. It will be a longer process. Your Natural Hair Color Your natural hair color can also influence the shade of b...

There is something about being out in nature that soothes the soul and helps us feel grounded in this crazy world we share. Getting outside is a great way to center yourself and show yourself some love. But while you're enjoying the fresh air, taking care of your blonde locks is an important thing to remember. Sun exposure and cold air can take a toll on your blonde hair, especially as we transition into fall. Fortunately, with these six tips and some stunning products like toning violet shampoo, you can keep your hair looking and feeling as good as you do when you spend time outdoors. Always Keep Your Hair Hydrated Dryness is one of the leading causes of damage to blonde hair, and the cold outdoor air and prolonged sun exposure can really suck the moisture out of your locks. Use a salon-quality, non-toning purple conditioner when you wash your hair to keep your blonde locks strong and hydrated. A leave-in conditioner or a hair detangler can give you that extra layer of hydration...

Platinum blondes are known for having gorgeous bright hair, but they didn’t just wake up like that—platinum blonde hair is notorious for its dedicated upkeep. The color can need a pick-me-up when the hue transforms from bright to brassy. But before you book a hair appointment every couple of weeks to maintain it, there are some things you can do at home to keep your platinum blonde hair looking its best between salon appointments, like investing in quality purple products. Purple Conditioner From toning and non-toning purple shampoos to non-toning purple conditioner , there’s a lot you can do to care for your platinum blonde locks when you wash them. A toning purple shampoo is a gentle way of tackling yellow tones in your hair, which is the underlying pigment in blonde hair—even for those with blonde highlights. It’s also easy to upkeep your blonde locks at home between color appointments. Toning purple shampoo won’t eliminate the need to see your colorist, but it can tone down the bra...

It’s no secret that blonde hair comes in many shades and hues. But honey-colored blonde hair is making a huge comeback. And why wouldn’t it? This silky, warm blonde color is like summer melting off your shoulders. But this beautiful blonde shade doesn’t just come out of nowhere. Here is how you can get and maintain gorgeous honey blonde hair with some excellent products like toning violet shampoo, non-toning daily purple shampoo and purple conditioner , and these four easy tips. See Your Stylist for the Perfect Hue First, you’ll want to find your perfect honey hue with a professional hairstylist by your side. Going to a professional stylist can help you maintain your healthy locks as you go through the coloring process. They can also help you determine the shade that looks best with your skin tone and help you get your desired hair color without damaging your hair. Start your honey blonde journey the right way, with a professional guiding you through the process. At-Home Maintenance...

What you wear for a job interview says a lot about you as a candidate. Your clothes should be professional and put-together without sacrificing style, as first impressions matter. Many job seekers focus solely on their clothing and neglect their hair, but hiring managers notice the whole package. Therefore, it’s essential that your hair is well-groomed and styled and conveys the image you want to project.  Job Hair, Do Care! If you’re searching for a new job or will be soon, it’s never too early to start pondering which hairstyles are best suited for job searching. Whether you rock short or long hair, you can find the perfect look to help you exude confidence and land your dream job. One small tip to help you get started is to invest in quality hair care products to help you pull off the professional hairstyles you’re going for. Polished Professional Curls If you want a polished look that doesn’t seem stuffy, style your hair with lovely, loose curls. You’ll look tr...