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FAILURE- The 3 Step Tango
Have you ever read up on Sara Blakely? She was the one who created SPANX, you know, the OG of shapewear. Anyways, years ago I was reading...
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combededucation
Jul 30, 20235 min read
Discipline.
Grab your color bowls and brushes because today we are getting real real and talking about something that is the BACKBONE of success in...
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combededucation
Jul 23, 20233 min read
All About Melanin!
Melanin is a naturally occurring pigment and is responsible for the color of hair, among other things. It is produced by specialized...
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combededucation
Jul 16, 20232 min read
Formulation + The Cuticle
As colorists, its so important to consider the CANVAS that we are working on. The structure of the hair itself plays a crucial role in...
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combededucation
Jul 9, 20233 min read
10 Things I Wish I Knew Sooner
Starting a career as a hairdresser can be both exciting and challenging. As experienced hairdressers, we often reflect on our early days...
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combededucation
Jul 2, 20234 min read
Demystifying Hair Color Ingredients
Understanding the ingredients of the chemicals we are working with will ensure that we are well educated on what we are using and how to...
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combededucation
Jun 25, 20233 min read
How to make your COLORS last longer!
We’ve all been there before. We create a GORGEOUS look on a client, they love it, you love it, everyone is happy until a week later you...
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combededucation
Jun 18, 20233 min read
Let's Talk: Collaborative Consultations!
We all know that consultations are the foundation of successful hair color transformations. As hairstylists, it is essential to engage in...
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combededucation
Jun 11, 20232 min read
What are Sulfates + What do they DO?
We hear it everywhere..make sure you use a sulfate free shampoo. But what are sulfates and what do they do? Let’s dive in First thing you...
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combededucation
Jun 4, 20232 min read
Navigating Hair Color Allergies
As professionals, it is essential to prioritize the well being of our clients. Allergies and sensitivities to hair color are very real...
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combededucation
May 21, 20234 min read
So you messed up, now what?
This has happened to THE BEST OF US! Hair is a very unpredictable and nuanced canvas. Techniques are a dime a dozen and sometimes, what...
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combededucation
May 14, 20233 min read
Blue, Red, & Yellow Molecules - Oh My!
A micro dose of chemistry coming your way today in the form of OXIDATIVE DYES. Before I get into it though, let’s clarify the different...
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combededucation
May 7, 20233 min read
Hairdressers...SHOOT YOUR SHOT!
This week I have a simple yet powerful message for you. Shoot your shot. SHOOT YOUR SHOT. Asking for what you want can be a daunting...
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combededucation
Apr 30, 20233 min read
How to Use Eye Color to Predict Lift
We all know that the natural color of the hair, the type of melanin that is dominant in the hair, along with the texture of the hair will...
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combededucation
Apr 23, 20232 min read
What Happens to Hair When we Bleach it?
All of us use bleach or lightener, whatever you want to call it, to some degree behind the chair. I want to offer some clarity and...
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combededucation
Apr 9, 20235 min read
Let's Talk About Lightening Hair
Let’s talk about Lightening hair: Bleaching products have changed DRAMATICALLY in the past 10 years. With the demand from US STYLISTS to...
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combededucation
Mar 26, 20234 min read
Developer Doesn't Have a Brain
Developer doesn't have a brain Listen to me, please, 10 volume doesn't give one level of lift, 20 volume doesn't give 2, 30 volume...
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combededucation
Mar 12, 20233 min read
Ammonia Free Hair Color
Last week, I talked about ammonia and its role in hair color. More and more manufacturers and brands are coming out with ammonia free...
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combededucation
Mar 5, 20232 min read
What is Ammonia in Hair Color?
If you are a colorist, chances are that you have heard the term “ammonia” before. It’s a common ingredient in hair color and more...
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combededucation
Feb 26, 20232 min read
Ionic, Tourmaline, Ceramic - Oh My!
Ionic, tourmaline, ceramic oh my. I’m not sure about you but for YEARS, I didn’t know what these terms meant (especially when referring...
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