MASTER HAIR CUTTER

I love to work with thick or coarse hair. Remember everyone has an average of close to a 100 days a year of bad hair days. My goal as a stylist is to lower that number.

MYSELF AS A COLORIST

I prefer more natural colors, the 3 level rule works best with my design esthetic. What is the 3 level rule? Staying within 3 shades darker than your natural color, or 3 shades lighter. Face framing highlights to elevate your new cut, perhaps? Think Victoria Secret model hair colors: less is more.

THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT HAIR

Cool tones or ashy shades are not for everyone, same can be said about middle parts - (TikTok) is not the trendsetting rule.

When deciding a haircut, take the face out of the equation unless you’re using the same shape. Examples include diamond, round, square, oblong, oval. If you are brunette, redhead or blonde, try to find photos similar to your shade. Light reflection is different and won’t look as close to your inspiration (dark hair absorbs light and light hair reflects it). This applies to updo styles as well.

If your hair tends to be drier overall, if you have scalp issues, your hair loses its shine, turns brassy if blonde, darker or redder if you are brunette, consider a Malibu treatment (email me for more information). We offer in-salon treatments and at-home products.

Color can not lift color. If you have previous salon or at home “box” colored hair and want to go lighter, a double process or lightening will need to be done to achieve your desired outcome. It may take upwards of 3 visits to get your hair to the right shade and tone.

Products are a investment in yourself and your hair. Heat protection is a must - whether air drying, blow drying, flat ironing or curling. Products make the color, cut, and style last longer, look better, and keep the hair in optional shape.

“Remember always that you not only have the right to be an individual, you have an obligation to be one.”

— Eleanor Roosevelt