6 Steps to Salon-Perfect Hair Color.

Are you getting what you expecting????? How many times have you walked out of a salon feeling less than excited about your new color? Getting the vision in your head to show up, well, on your head can be a complicated process. Here are 6 foolproof steps to ensure you leave the salon with color you’ll love. First, consider your complexion and your eye color. “The human eye is naturally attracted to light colors,” Dark hair brings the focus to the skin, whereas lighter hair brings the focus to the hair. You want to find a balance and draw attention to your best features .To Cut or Color First? If you decide to do a cut and color on the same day, be sure to get the cut first. As a Colorist I believe the color should follow the cut so they can complement each other, “the hair color should accentuate the cut and should add movement to the overall finished appearance. Highlights and lowlights are the means to add depth and dimension.” Pick the Right Colorist. Your colorist should be able to discuss whether or not the look you are hoping for is suitable for you. If he or she is not willing to take the time to answer your questions and can’t give you a straight answer on what you can expect, move on. The key to a great color experience is choosing “someone you trust,” Communicate Like a Pro. When explaining what kind of look you want, think about your lifestyle. Are you more conservative or more creative? Are you looking for something more on the bold side or something more sophisticated? How often can you return to the salon for touch-ups? All of this information will help your colorist. It’s also a good idea to bring a picture to use as a reference so your colorist can see what look you are going for. Damage Control.What should you do if your hair is damaged? Give it a rest! A good colorist will advise you to let your hair heal before attempting to color it. Trust me, you’ll thank him or her later. Conditioning and strengthening treatments are a must to bring moisture and thickness back into the hair. And remember — no color is going to look great on split ends or broken strands. The Final Assessment. @ Eliegante Hair Design My team believes you can judge good color by whether it improves your confidence and ability to go out and be who you want to be. “It’s just like clothing,”. “When you wear a suit or evening gown you feel classy, so you act classy. When you’re in sweats around the house, you feel more relaxed and carefree. Your hair is the same way. It’s like a new outfit. It should always suit the person you are, or the person you want to become.”  thank you all

Elie