Dallas Blonde Hair Salon
, , , , , ,

Blonde Hair Maintenance | Tips from a Stylist

Working behind the chair as a stylist, I’ve learned many people do not know how to care for their blonde hair. In this blog I’m going to go over all the details on how to take care of your locks so that you have long lasting, beautiful blonde hair.

 

Also let me know if you have any other ideas, I’d love to see them! If you are looking for a blonde specialist in Dallas, I would love opportunity to make your hair dreams come true!

Haircare & Products

 

Let’s be honest, lightening your hair means you need to take care of it. Here are my go to product recommendations to keep your color looking better, but also maintaining the best health of your hair.

Purple Shampoo & Conditioner

Every blonde needs purple shampoo/conditioner. Using the right purple shampoo will keep your blonde vibrant and from turning yellow. However, overdoing it can either dull your blonde or turn it purple.

 

A good rule to follow would be to use it every other time you shampoo. My go to purple shampoo and conditioner is the Artego Shiny Silver shampoo and Blueberry mask. It refreshes blonde hair to the perfect color! Don’t worry, it’s not too purple or ashy!

Color Safe & Moisturizing Shampoo

A lot of shampoos still have sulfates and other things that can strip your color and keep it from lasting as long. It’s so so important to invest in your hair and use quality products for your own specific needs. Some blondes need moisture, some need repair to help strengthen your hair.

 

My best advice is to ask your stylist to recommend a sulfate free shampoo that suits your personal haircare needs. One of my favorites for blondes is the Alterna Caviar Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner. It’s great!

The Perfect Brush: Framar Detangling Brush

It’s so important to use a soft bristle brush no matter the color of your hair. However, the Framar Detangling brush has flexible bristles that don’t tug on your hair which in turn prevents breakage. I personally don’t use any other brush!

 

Stylist tip: is to apply a deep conditioning treatment and brush it through using your wet brush. Makes for soft, tangle free hair.

Pool Time

Pools typically have harsh chemicals that can dry your hair out and turn it green. To prevent both of those happening, apply a leave in conditioner on dry hair to protect it or simply secure your hair in a loose braid or top knot. My go to product cocktail for the pool is the Alterna Caviar Bond Repair leave in conditioner paired with the Anti Frizz Nourishing oil.

Styling Without Damage

When styling it’s so important to use a heat protectant and low heat. Remember: you’re blonde now, so you have to take care of your hair.

A good temperature to use your hot tools, like your flat iron or curling iron/wand, is 300-350 degrees. Any higher and you’re basically cooking your hair.

 

Another tip is to find a heat protectant that covers more than the temperature of heat you will be using. A really great one with everything I mentioned is the Alterna Caviar Bond Repair heat protectant.

 

Think of it like this: you wouldn’t grab a hot pan out of the stove without a glove. A heat protectant is a layer of protection on your strands when you use a hot blow dryer, flat iron, curling iron or wand.

Consistency is key!

It’s so important to be consistent with a stylist to work towards a hair goal. Good hair doesn’t happen in one appointment, it takes time and a plan.

 

Trying to achieve a major transformation in one appointment is unrealistic, and it really can damage your hair. Staying consistent with one stylist will help you reach your hair goals.

Have Realistic Expectations

Let‘s talk about changing your hair and the expectations to have when doing so:

 

You can most definitely make changes, however going from blonde to brown and back to blonde every other appointment is damaging to your hair.

 

Think of it like this: you only have one head of hair, and going back and forth between colors affects the integrity of your hair. When it comes to expectations of being blonde you have to be okay with the phases of doing so.

 

Big hair changes happen over time and multiple appointments. There will definitely experience warm phases from dark brunette to a pale light blonde. Patience, sticking to a stylist, and trusting the process is the key!

Looking for a Dallas Blonde Specialist?

I hope this helps! If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out. And as always, if you’re in the DFW area, come see me! I’d love to help you reach your hair goals! Also follow me on social! @hairwithsaradise on Insta and Facebook.

 

/0 Comments/by
Dallas Blonde Specialist | Hair Blonde Specialist Near Me in Dallas
, , ,

Dallas Blonde Specialist | Hair Color Services @biggerbetterhair

As a Dallas blonde specialist at Bigger Better Hair, I take our blonde hair color services seriously because, after all, this is Dallas! We offer several blonde hair color services to cater to current trends, so I hope this breakdown helps explain the difference between them. After reading this, I hope you will be able to confidently pick which of our Dallas Blonde services will get to you to the look you are wanting!

Dallas Hair Color Specialist

Service: Balayage (Partial)

Dallas Hair Color Specialist
Client Back Story: This client transitioned from foil highlights and came in requesting the Balyage look. So we kept the blonde that was already on her ends, and just did a Balayage (Partial) service to bring up some soft blonde around her face and around her crown.

Service Breakdown: A balayage (partial) service includes highlighting part of the head, usually from ear to ear, and front of your hairline to your crown. This is the perfect service to brighten up your hair around your face and to break up your new growth to brighten it up softly.

This service is good for maintaining existing balayage or transforming from a traditional highlight.

Timing for this depends on how much hair you have but ranges anywhere from 1hr30-2hrs.

Pro Tip: Most of the time, we also need to schedule an +add on color gloss service after the balayage appointment to tone and balance the blonde afterwards, unless your natural hair is fairly light to begin with.

 

Service: Balayage (Full)

Dallas Hair Color Specialist
Client Back Story: This client went quite a while after her last highlight while she was deciding her next hair move.

She wanted to transition into a more lived in look, so we decided on a Balayage (Full) Service.

This brighened up around her face and connected her new growth to the old blonde around her crown. Then we brightened up some of her ends to create more brightness throughout her mid lengths to ends.

We finished the look with an +add on gloss service to perfectly balance and tone her hair to a cool shade.

Service Breakdown: A balayage (full) has no limitations, since we are working with the entire head you can achieve a complete transformation with this service.

Most of our clients get this service every couple of months to brighten up their entire head so the back doesn’t get too dark. This service is also good for someone who has never had a balayage and is looking for a major change.

Timing for this depends on how much hair you have but ranges anywhere from 1hr30-3hrs.

Pro tip: Most of the time, we also need to schedule an +add on color gloss service after the balayage appointment to tone and balance the blonde afterwards, unless your natural hair is fairly light to begin with.

 

Dallas Hair Color Specialist

Service: Foil | Partial

Dallas Hair Color Specialist
Client Back Story: This client has a very light natural color, and she just wants to brighten her look while leaving her nape area her natural color

Because her natural hair is so light to begin, we don’t need to tone her hair after highlighting. Most clients, however, need a toner to even out their blonde after highlighting.

Foil |Partial: This service is good for maintaining your blonde and saying goodbye to those roots. Most of my clients get this service every 6-8  weeks. It takes anywhere from 1hr30-2hrs. If you are lucky enough to lighten perfectly like the client shown above, no toner is needed. However, most of us need a toner to help balance the tone and perfect the shade you are wanting.

Pro tip: Most of the time, we also need to schedule an +add on color gloss service after the highlights to tone and balance the blonde afterwards, unless your natural hair is fairly light to begin with.

 

Dallas Hair Color Specialist

Service: Foil | Full

Dallas Hair Color Specialist
Client Back Story:
This client has a very light natural color, and she just wants to brighten her overall look to a lighter blonde. Because this was a Full Foil, we placed foils on her entire head.

Because this client’s natural hair is so light to begin, we don’t need to tone her hair after highlighting. Most clients, however, need a toner to even out their blonde after highlighting.

Foil Full: A full highlight is good for brightening up the bottom of your hair every so often. This can also be good for those who are working their way towards being super blonde. It can take anywhere from 2-3hrs.

This service does not include a toner

Pro tip: Most of the time, we also need to schedule an +add on color gloss service after the highlights to tone and balance the blonde afterwards, unless your natural hair is fairly light to begin with.

 

Service: Blonding | Double Process (Partial)

Dallas Blonde Specialist | Hair Blonde Specialist Near Me in Dallas

Client Back Story: This client has a bit darker of a natural, so after doing a Foil Highlights | Partial, we toned and balanced her blonde.

Double Process Partial: A double process Partial is almost the same as a foil partial, except it includes a toner, root color, or gloss. This takes anywhere from 1hr30-2hrs and needs to be maintained every 6-8 weeks, even just for a toner refresh.

Service: Blonding | Double Process (Full)

Dallas Blonde Specialist | Hair Blonde Specialist Near Me in Dallas
Client Backstory:
This client has a bit darker of a natural, so after doing a Foil Highlights | Full, we toned and balanced her blonde.

Double Process Full: A double process full is a full highlight and includes a toner, root color, or gloss. This takes anywhere from 2-3hrs and can be done every so often to brighten everything up or go blonder.

Dallas Blonde Specialist | Hair Blonde Specialist Near Me in Dallas

Service: Blonding | Double Process Lift & Tone (Roots)

Dallas Blonde Specialist | Hair Blonde Specialist Near Me in Dallas
Client Back Story:
This client prefers a solid blonde look, so every 6-8 wees we do a Lift & Tone service where we lighten her entire new growth. We followed up with a gloss to balance her blonde, which is included with this service.

 

Double Process Lift and Tone Roots: A double process lift and tone is for those blondes who don’t like to see an ounce of roots. This look is a solid blonde and needs to be maintained every 3-5 weeks.

Service: Blonding | Double Process Lift & Tone (Full Strand)

Dallas Blonde Specialist | Hair Blonde Specialist Near Me in Dallas
Client Backstory: This client prefers a solid blonde look, so every 6-8 wees we do a Lift & Tone service where we lighten her entire new growth. We followed up with a gloss to add a shadow root and gloss to balance her blonde, which is included with this service.

Double Process Lift and Tone Full Strand: This service is very similar to a Double Process Lift and Tone Root, except it’s full strand. With this service, you can brighten up your already solid blonde color, or we sometimes offer this service if someone is looking for a major change of their overall color.

If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out. And as always, if you’re in the DFW area, come see me! I’d love to make you even more beautiful!

Dallas Blonde Specialist | Hair Blonde Specialist Near Me in Dallas
/0 Comments/by
Bigger Better Hair

Protected: BBH Pro’s | How to Write a Blog @biggerbetterhair

This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:

/Enter your password to view comments./by
Dallas hair extensions | Skinny Weft Extensions | Natural Beaded Row Extensions Dallas

Natural Beaded Row Extensions in Dallas

You may or may not have heard about Natural Beaded Row Extensions, a new technique that has been trending in California.  Our Skinny Beaded Weft Extensions are our take on this installation method, using our own wefts that are truly skinny wefts that pack a lot of hair on a discreet weft of hair.  In this article I will explain what the Natural Beaded Row method using our Skinny Beaded Weft Extensions are, and how we install them in our Dallas Hair Salon.

Skinny Weft Extensions | Natural Beaded Row Extensions Dallas

What are Skinny Beaded Weft Extensions?

Skinny Beaded Weft Extensions use custom sized wefts and a silicone lined extension bead to secure the weft to your hair. We then hide the beads and give a second layer of attachment using thread.  Depending on the look you’re going for we offer 4 different services for this method.

This type of extension method is best suited for those who would like to add volume and slight length and already have medium to thick hair. With that being said, the more hair you wear the more bulky it can get on your head.

 

Skinny Weft Extensions | Natural Beaded Row Extensions Dallas

Maintenance

NBR extension hair is reusable and can be can be reused multiple times. We recommend maintaining them every 4-6 weeks depending on your color frequency and how fast your hair grows. Most clients wear the same hair for 6 months, some longer depending on how well you take care of your hair.

During the maintenance appointment, we take them all out, shampoo you and the extensions and put them right back in.

What we Love

This method is great for someone with medium to thick hair who wants to add slight length and volume. We love our Skinny Beaded Weft Extensions because you can get very noticeable results with just a few wefts of hair.

Skinny Weft Extensions | Natural Beaded Row Extensions Dallas

 

Not so good

This method can be a bit more bulky on your head if your desired result needs several wefts.  (Example: Short to super long)

Time

NBR extensions take anywhere from 1.5-2.5 hours to install depending on how much hair you have in.   Maintenance appointments take the same amount of time to remove and re-install the same wefts.

Skinny Weft Extensions | Natural Beaded Row Extensions Dallas

Cost

We offer 4 difference extension services depending on your desired look. Prices for this method range from $250-$1250 depending on the look that your service needs.

Based on the look you want and the hair you currently have we will suggest which of our five services will give you exactly what you’re looking for.

Sound good?

If you think this extension method is something you are interested in, we offer complimentary consultations to help guide you to which extension method would work best for you.

Feel free to call or text us to help setup a consultation appointment.  (214)734-6596

/0 Comments/by
Dallas Hair Salon
, , , , ,

2019 Dallas Hair Trends | Trends from a Stylist

Working behind the chair as a stylist, I often get asked what the current Hair Style trends are in Dallas.  In this post, I am going to list what I am seeing and hearing clients ask for when it comes to 2019 color, cut, and hair extension trends.  

As always, let me know if you have any other ideas! If you are looking for a stylist in Dallas, I would love opportunity to make your hair Bigger or Better at our top rated Dallas Hair Salon. 

 

 

Color Trends

Icy blonde | Cool toned blondes are still in

If your goal is to have an icy blonde with no “yellow,” most people will need more than one process to remove all of the warmth in your hair. There’s two ways to achieve an icy blonde:

  • Low Processing & Slow Results – This is the ideal way to maintain the health of your hair. Set a goal color, and I will help you with a timeline. We can plan slowly lightening your hair in segments so we maintain a healthy blonde.
  • One Visit + Multiple Processes – If you are looking to achieve a major color change in one day, we need enough time for it. To do a major change in one visit, I can book multiple processes back to back for you so we can make it happen. For example, the blonde pictured above needed 3 back to back services, which came with a hefty price tag, but she wanted icy blonde in one day.

Bronde | For the Blondeish Brownish kind of girl

Bronde is personally my favorite color trend. It’s the perfect mix between blonde and brown.

This color is perfect for those who are currently blonde or brunette and are needing a change.

How to achieve: Book a “Balayage Partial” appointment and we can discuss what it would take to get to your future “bronde” color.

Lived In Balayage | The Best of Both Worlds

Lived in balayage isn’t necessarily a certain color, it’s customized to each person to add brightness 1-3 shades within your color and only needs to be touched up every so often.

How to achieve: Book a “Balayage Full” appointment so we have more time to balayage, and/or add a root color to customize a “lived in” look for you.

 

 

Cut & Style Trends

Blunt Bob

Loving this edgy blunt bob. It’s super on trend right now and I’m obsessed

Looking for a major change? We partner with Children With Hair Loss, a hair donation company who donates wigs to kids every year until they turn 18. If you are loving this cut as much as I am, book a hair cut appointment and let’s make a change!

 

How to achieve: To style yours like the picture above, I would suggest a round brush blowout, or a low temp flat iron to smooth your hair without taking the body out.  Style using Alterna Caviar CC Cream and Smoothing Gelee for form and smoothness.

Lob

Pr(lob)ably my favorite trend ever. Anytime someone comes in wanting a Lob, I’m convinced that I need one too. I might be one client away from getting the cut myself! .

How to achieve: It’s easy, book a haircut! Lobs look great straight or wavy, but for waves, I love a big barelled curling iron so it’s not “too curled.” Finish with Alterna Caviar Perfect Texture Spray and your waves look more undone than perfectly polished.

Textured Shoulder Length or Longer

Whether it’s shoulder length or longer, textured layers are in. They give movement and body and help hold your curls.

How to achieve: Let’s be honest, long hair is always in style. Current trends still show lots of movement and texture, so I definitely recommend a natural amount of layers and movement in long cuts. Not having enough movement in your long hair can take it from sexy to blah.

2019 Hair Extensions Trends

Skinny Hand Tied Extensions

Skinny hand tied extensions are perfect for adding thickness and a little bit of length. I wear them myself and they are one of my favorite extensions. They’re super low profile and make it easy when putting my hair up. For someone with normal to thick hair, they are definitely worth a try!

How to achieve: Before it’s time for your next “new hair” appointment, ask us about our Hand Tied Wefts to see if they would work for you! Check out my youtube video on our hand wefts!

Skinny Tape-Ins

Skinny Tape-Ins are best when wanting to fill in trouble areas or wanting a dramatic length/thickness change. They are also super low profile and are our most popular extension service.

How to achieve:

First book a consultation so your stylist can recommend the right service according to your needs. This service can be achieved in as little as 1-2hrs. Check out our video on Skinny Tape Extensions!

Hidden Crown Halo

Hidden Crown Halo Extensions are super on trend and are best suited for one who loves added length and thickness but doesn’t want to commit to wearing extensions full time. They can be thrown in anytime your style needs that extra “oomph.”

 

How to achieve: Schedule a consultation so your stylist can recommend the right hidden crown according to your needs. Once purchased, you can throw in and out to vamp up any style.

 

 

/0 Comments/by
Dallas hair extensions | Youtube Channel

Seen our Youtube Channel? Check us out!

Part of what we love is sharing our knowledge, and staying inspired with the latest trends in hair and fashion.  Our youtube channel is our outlet where we share tips, tricks, and trends from a stylist.  Check it out and subscribe to keep up with our latest videos!

/0 Comments/by
Dallas hair extensions

Hair Extensions? That’s our business…

Schedule a complimentary hair extensions consultation where we can discuss your hair goals, show you the options that would best suit your hair, and …

/0 Comments/by
Dallas hair extensions
,

Hidden Crown Hair Extensions in Dallas | Stylist Review

If we all were Kardashian’s with a stylist doing our hair everyday, clip in’s would be amazing.  But we’re not, and they aren’t cool anymore.  I mean, who hasn’t tried to do the perfect sections for a clip in, and experienced that clip-in headache?  If that’s what someone wants, we’re here to help you find the best set!  But in all honesty, if it comes to it, all of our stylists agree:  Hidden Crown Hair Extensions are the absolute best In&Out option of hair extensions!  There’s no comparison whatsoever.  Here are some things we love about Hidden Crown Halo Extensions, and tips from a Hidden Crown Hair Extensions Dallas Hair Stylist.

 

What is a Halo or Hidden Crown Extension?

One weft of hair that sits temple to temple using the shape of your head, your hair over the weft, and a nearly invisible wire that holds it in place from the top of your head.

If you have ever worn clip-in extensions, what makes them uncomfortable are the clips which grip on to your hair and the weight of the wefts pulls your hair.  Oh, and let’s not forget the constant concern of clips slipping from your hair.

Hidden Crown Halo extensions sit on your head comfortably, and can be installed super easily by even the most hair illiterate.  (That’s where we step in with our customization & tutorial service)

We offer complimentary consultations to help guide you to the best product from the brand that suits your hair type, length, and end goal.  Then, usually 2-3 days after ordering, we customize your halo at a separate appointment by perfectly sizing it, and cutting it for a perfect blend.  In the In&Out extension customization appointment we completely show you the “in’s and out’s” of wearing, styling, and installing your halo.  If, in the odd chance your halo needs a perfect color blend by one of our stylists, we will let you know at your customization appointment beforehand.  (This is very rare, btw.  99% of the time there is a perfect color match.  But we are a no-suprises salon!)   As with all of our hair extensions services, we guarantee color match, blending haircut, and resizing.

 

What to Expect

Hidden Crown Halo extensions are a great option if you are looking to quickly put on and take out your extensions on an “as needed” basis.  They can be worn daily without risk of damage and are very easy to install, and maintain.  In our experience, someone is either looking for salon installed, or in&out extensions, so this is something for you to consider about Hidden Crown’s.  They are the best option for someone looking to take in and out, but no in&out extension gives all the perks of salon installed extensions.

 

What Lengths are Available?

Halo / Hidden Crown Extensions come in 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, and 24″ long.  They also come in different densities, from a natural tapered end to a double density fullness.  Different brands offer different price points, color options, and halo styles.  In a free consultation appointment, we will show you the differences, talk out your needs, and show you exact prices for the halo that matches what you need.

 

Do you carry Halo’s in stock?

We keep different lengths, and densities in stock to help show you the differences.  Since there are so many lengths, densities, and color options, it is impossible to have every halo in stock at all times.  We do our best to expedite the delivery after order, and we normally can schedule your customization 3 days after your consultation.  Overnight shipping is an additional charge based on carrier rates.

/0 Comments/by
Dallas hair extensions | Skinny Tape Extensions | Ultra Slim Tape-In Hair Extensions

Skinny Tape Extensions in Dallas | Only at Bigger Better Hair

One of the hair extension methods we work with and love is Skinny Tape Extensions, exclusively at Bigger Better Hair Salon in Dallas.  Our Skinny Tape Extensions are lower profile, slimmer, and more discreet than any other type of tape hair extensions.

 

/0 Comments/by